A/N Another update! Let me know what you think.

Swinging left and right, the punches of my bandaged knuckles made a noise against the leather of the Soldiers padded gloves. Concentrating, I continued my assault of attacks; never once missing and each with more force than the last. Like most days in the training room, were the only ones here today.

Since the night the Soldier had comforted me in the shower, our relationship hadn't reformed itself completely. We still barely speak to one another and when we do, it's with brief and direct replies. It seems as if we constantly have some sort of wedge of tension between us. Sometimes I find it difficult to deal with.

Letting out one last punch, I could tell it held my anger as the impact pushed his arm away further than the rest. Letting out a sigh, I paused and looked to the ground. I didn't want to meet his burning gaze. I know he wants to say something, but he always holds back. Unwrapping the bandages, I made my way over to my gym back.

I think today's session is done.

Taking my cue, the Soldier took of the padded gloves and dropped them carelessly to the side. It was silent for a moment more before he spoke "Were going to have to talk sooner or later. You can't keep avoiding me forever"

"If I were trying to avoid you, I wouldn't be here" I replied while picking up my duffle back and shrugging it onto my shoulder.

"Then why haven't you said anything since the night I found you?"

"Because it's difficult to talk to you. I don't know what to say" I said before adding "You lied to me – all of you"

"I was doing what I thought was right Katya. I was trying to protect you"

"You don't need to protect me, and I deserve to know my own life, my own memories" I replied "Instead you and all the others kept it from me. A cruel and dangerous secret. How did you ever think it'd be that simple What were you hoping? That when I'd wake up you could start all over?"

"Yes" he answered without hesitation "I wanted you to forget – all of it. All the things that they did to do. All the things that I did to you. I wanted to take back the mistakes that were made even if they weren't fully my own. If you were in my shoes, wouldn't you do the same for me?"

I shook my head "No, I wouldn't. I'd tell you the truth instead of letting you live a lie. I would have helped you push through. Forget all the anger, the guilt and the regret" I replied "I would never have done what you did"

The Soldier lowered his eyes before relieving a gentle sigh. I can tell he's exhausted and clouded with too many thoughts. It's easy to see the strain and heavy weight that rested on him "I was afraid" he said "Every time they pulled me out it was just another mission before I went under again, and then it changed. I met someone I didn't recognise, but I felt a connection. After I found Steve, things have never been the same. Everywhere I look, I remembered things I didn't even know were there. I didn't know who I was. I'm still confused" he shook his head "I didn't want you to go through that"

I let the Soldier words sink in for a moment. He didn't want to see me hurt. I quickly glanced to the floor, my finger curling into a fist as my nails dug into the flesh of my palm "Thank you" they probably weren't the words he was expecting "You could have killed me, or left me behind – but you saved me"

The Soldiers brows knitted in confusion for a moment as he mulled over my words. He nodded his head "And I'm sorry, for now doing it sooner"

Rubbing the back of my neck as I headed into the cafeteria, I scanned the room. There aren't many people as it's getting quite late into the night, but one person in particular stood out from the rest – Steve. Watching from a far as he sat hunched over at one of the back tables, I could tell he was troubled.

Pushing aside my conflict with the man, I made my way over to the blonde captain and sat across from him. Watching as his sea blue eyes widened, Steve looked surprised that I'd joined him "Katya, what do I owe the pleasure?" he spoke before abandoning his fork and meal to give me full attention.

I took a moment to reply. I couldn't quite get the words to form in my mouth. Since remembering everything, I wanted to make a change. I didn't want to be the cold person I once was. I wanted to followed T'Challa's advice and make myself into who I wanted to be "I understand we have our differences and that might never change, but I do want to remake our friendship"

"You want us to be friends?" he clarified.

"I wanted us to become better acquainted"

Steve gave me a light smile and nodded "I think that would be great" he cleared his throat and I watched as it was replaced with a seriousness "There's actually something I wanted to talk to you about"

"What would that be?" I asked, although I high doubt it would been any more tests in the medical bay. The Soldier usually informs me of those.

"It's been a few months since settled in Wakanda. Since things are looking much better for you, we discussed whether or not you would be ready to move on"

I leant back in my seat "Leave?" I questioned hesitantly. What did he mean? Where would I go? I don't have anywhere else but here.

"The decision was made between Bucky, T'Challa and myself. We all agreed that it's the right choice. In a few days' time you'll be moving back to the mainland where you can start fresh. Your new life" the way Steve spoke made it sound as if it were inevitable, and that somehow I'd thought about all of this. Suddenly my want to renew our friendship had vanished and I was yet again angered by the captain.

"Where would I go?" I questioned "I don't have anything left. Perhaps you would have realised that if you'd bothered to include me in the decision"

Steve pushed his tray aside and clasped his hands together "We already considered that and it isn't an issue. You'll have a home and you won't be alone either. Since Bucky is the closest you have, he'll be going with you. We've already sorted out the other technical details"

"Why do you want to get rid of me?" I questioned firmly.

"Were not trying to get rid of you. We'd be more than happy for you to stay" replied Steve "Some of us have grown very close to you. Where only doing this so that you can move on. There's nothing left for you here in Wakanda. It's time that you find your own footing, and I've got no doubt that you'll do great out there. And if you're worried – I know he'll protect you as best he can"

My eyes stared down at the metal bench of the table. Silently getting up from my seat, I ignored the call of my name as I walked out of the cafeteria. Marching down the hallways and corridor, I ended up at the Soldier bedroom door and banged my fist in a string of knocks. Almost pounding down the door, I don't know if he's here or not.

Stopping once the door clicked and swung wide open, the Soldier stood looked confused and a little irritated "What's wrong?" he questioned.

I shoved him but he didn't budge "Why? Why are you sending me away? You know I can't go out there. I'm not ready" I said before pushing him again. He still didn't move.

Taking a step forward, he took my arm in his flesh hand "Calm down, alright. No one's sending you away. I'll be right there with you" I shrugged my arm out of his grip "Katya" he said while reaching for me again "Stop it"

"No one gets to decided what happens with my life. I've had people do that to me for years and I'm not going to keep letting it happen" I hissed as I took a step back.

The Soldier sighed and withdrew his hand "Your acting childish. No one's trying to control you. Were just trying to help"

"Just stop it! I'm so sick of you people always saying that. It's all you ever tell me now, that you're just trying to help me. I didn't ask for it. I didn't ask for any of this!" I gestured all around me "This is all because of you and your friends"

I winced when the Soldier grabbed my shoulders with a firm grip. Pulling me into his room, he slammed the door shut "You're not a child Katya you never have been, so grow up and stop acting like one. You were taught better than this and you know it. After your examination were leaving Wakanda and that's final"

Glaring, I hated the way he scolded me as if we were in training and as I were a petulant child. If that's how he wants to be, then fine. If he thinks I was raised better than this, then I'll show him just how much better I can be "I don't want any part in what you or anyone else has to offer. When we leave, it'll be the last time you ever see me"

I turned and reached for the door handle "I'd like to see you try. We'll see just how far you get before I find you"