I'm counting on it. She will fight, and she will survive.

[There was the strength of conviction in Steve's voice, and it sent a thrill through him as it always did. That was the tone and words that inspired men to walk into war knowing very well that they could die. It always attracted him to Steve's side, even when his friend was small.

He lounged on the bed, moaning at the kisses and stroking his metal fingers through Steve's hair.] A troublesome, vicious child who picks fights and wins at any age.