[ His voice is quiet, his hand continuing to move gently along his back to comfort him. He’s ready to say something, but Steve’s voice stops him, especially at what he has to say. The apology makes him feel like it twists at his heart, and he hugs him as tight as he can. He wishes he could tell him it’s okay, and he could, but it’s not like it’s going to return the last two years. Their son won’t just come back with that. But Tony knows the helplessness and the grief he’s feeling after such a heavy failure, and his own eyes full with tears. ]
I know. [ His voice sounds choked and he nods slightly. ] If I could bring him back—... if I could give you that time back with him, I’d do it in a heartbeat.
I’m sorry, too. I could have called you, and I didn’t. I’m sorry.
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[ His voice is quiet, his hand continuing to move gently along his back to comfort him. He’s ready to say something, but Steve’s voice stops him, especially at what he has to say. The apology makes him feel like it twists at his heart, and he hugs him as tight as he can. He wishes he could tell him it’s okay, and he could, but it’s not like it’s going to return the last two years. Their son won’t just come back with that. But Tony knows the helplessness and the grief he’s feeling after such a heavy failure, and his own eyes full with tears. ]
I know. [ His voice sounds choked and he nods slightly. ] If I could bring him back—... if I could give you that time back with him, I’d do it in a heartbeat.
I’m sorry, too. I could have called you, and I didn’t. I’m sorry.