[The Soldier wasn't wrong there either. If the Widow was on their side, she would make an incredible ally. Slowly turning the Avengers against their leader wasn't part of Rumlow's original plan, but it wasn't his fault a few just so happened to fall into his lap. He still had to tell the Soldier about Stark, but he was far less of a threat and though the man might have been aware of HYDRA's (or rather precisely, the Soldier's) hand in his parent's death from the intel dump that Romanova had done, he hadn't shown much indication.

He'd bring it up as soon as they settled the issue with Romanova.]

I agree. Our short term goal with her is to convert her to our cause. If we can convince her, she will be exceptionally useful. However, I'm not holding my breath about it. I'll be sure to devise plenty of contingencies, in case this goes south.

[All words spoken against the Soldier's body, speckled with a few soft kisses while he plied his fingertips against his scalp. He was worried though, that much was obvious. It was a vulnerability he chose to share, wanting the Soldier to understand what was at stake. And more, the amount of care he had for him.]

Romanova is known to utilize seduction as a means to an end. It comes naturally to her, because she's been specifically trained for it. She knows how to make people believe she's being genuine in her affections.

[Rumlow lifted his head, pulling back so he could look the Soldier in the eye.]

Don't fall into her trap. Even if she seems to care, don't let her lure you into trusting her. If you ever find yourself doubting, remember who has taken care of you since you arrived. Who has given you purpose.

[His jaw twitched, just a little flexion to match the waver in his gaze.]

You're my partner and I trust you, Bucky. And if she fucks with that? I will end her.