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So I know it's only been two days, but anyone who's made it through two days of Basic so far - trust me. It could be worse. [He cocks a wry grin. Bucky's not the worst drill sergeant Steve's seen, and besides:] You could have asthma.

[Yeah, he's pretty sure he almost died at least ten times during Basic. And he got the much abbreviated version.

Anyway.]

If anyone's got any questions, or just wants to get in some extra practice with a different face, let me know. But, [he raises one finger,] I'm not your Drill Sergeant, and I'm not about to contradict anything he says just because you want to hear he's wrong - because he's not. [So just keep that in mind. Steve might be helping Bucky, but Bucky's in charge here.]

[PRIVATE TO MINDY MACREADY]
Hey. Just because I'm not your temporary warden anymore doesn't mean we need to ignore each other, right? Remember, I'm right down the hall if you need anything - whether it's a couch or a punching bag. [Literally or figuratively.

Still, he doesn't want to push. She doesn't seem like she'd respond well to that. He can only offer, she's got to take him up on it. So.] Otherwise... I'm sure I'll see you in the gym.

[PRIVATE TO VEX]
[He's seen Vex on the network, but they've never spoken. Now, though, it looks like that's going to have to change.] I guess I should introduce myself - I'm Captain Rogers. Or you can call me Steve. I admit, I don't know much about you - but I'd like to think I'm a pretty good listener.

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And I think it's a great thing to have around here. [It lets people socialize, and lets them work off some energy.] It's probably one of the better sports you could pick to play onboard, too - although I wouldn't say no to some football.

[He's always wanted to play that one, and never gotten the chance.]

Yeah, I agree. It's just violent enough for people to work out their aggression a little without going overboard.

[He arches his eyebrows.]

You could always start up a football team. Even if it's just a casual thing. I'm sure there are other people who'd be interested.

Exactly. [Which may be a good thing, if things get too tense around here.]

Huh - I guess I could, maybe. Might even get a different cross-section of people, you know?

[He'll think about it.]

Especially if people miss watching the Super Bowl.

[He's only seen it twice, but... wow. It's sure a production.]

Yeah, it'd be good to get more people involved. Since lacrosse isn't everyone's thing.

[He likes football, but he's pretty sure he'll just end up breaking bones if he plays. He'll definitely come watch though.]

I'm sure there are a lot of people that do.

[A nod.] It could wait until the lacrosse... uh, season is over. If we're doing anything resembling seasons.

[Aw, come on. It could be flag football?]

I wonder if we could tune in here. Maybe put in a request ahead of time.

[He does know Super Bowl parties are a thing.]

Yeah, I think we should do it seasonally so people don't get burned out. Back home we alternate with cross country. [He shrugs.]

Oh, good idea. We can always ask, right?

[He nods.] I do hear it's good to be well-rounded.

Besides, it's probably a safer betting pool than the one Chris has going, huh? [You know, the one about how things are going to go to hell every month?]

[He smirks at that.] It'll be a less disturbing betting pool anyway.

Sometimes traditional and safe - and non-disturbing - isn't all bad.

Can't argue that.

Especially around here.

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