[ Hope flooded into his chest from her words and he felt a little bolder because of them, a little voice in the back of his mind telling him to go for it and it sounded a lot like Bucky. The one who never found any issues with charming others and indulging in all kinds of romantic inclinations, at least, back in the day. The war changed so much but it didn't help with his abilities with bonding but what practice did he really have?

Reaching out, he squeezed Wanda's arm to help reassure her. ]

I want -- there to be an us, Wanda. This isn't just about heats or friendship to me. I've -- felt things for you for awhile.

[ He hoped it didn't make things awkward between them, not really considering she could feel more as well. ]