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[thewarningafter]

I don't think we're very alike in mine, either.

[Not like he really knows.]

I mostly just meant the beard.

[definingfuture]

It's a good beard. I like it.

Yours is actually nice.

[Yes, he is jealous.]

[thewarningafter]

Give it time. I don't suppose you've found any electric razors around here?

[definingfuture]

None, sorry. If you pick up a straight razor, I can help?

[thewarningafter]

[Well if that isn't an indicator that their version of him changed careers for the same reason, Stephen doesn't know what is.]

You can paint my nails, while you're at it.

[definingfuture]

Oh, I hope you like red and gold. I'm partial to those.

[At least they seem to be bonding over dry humor.]

[thewarningafter]

Can you do a French manicure? I've always wanted one.

[definingfuture]

Of course. We can make it a bonding experience. I do love a good sleepover.

[thewarningafter]

You didn't say it was going to be a sleepover. I didn't bring my pajamas.

[definingfuture]

What? Well, that just ruins the whole experience. Now how are we supposed to share deep, life-changing secrets?

[thewarningafter]

That'd have to come after the pillow fight anyway. You know that.

[definingfuture]

[He lets out an airy sigh.] Oh, all right. If you insist.

I guess for now we'll just have to work up to it.

[thewarningafter]

[Judgment call: Tony Stark is nowhere near as much of a dick as expected. Stephen is fairly sure he shouldn't be having fun right after being dumped into a snowy hellscape, but here they are.]

For starters, I still need to figure out where I even am.

[definingfuture]

I guess you've seen the maps people have made so far. It's kind of hard to navigate in the weather, but if you keep an eye on the nearest building you can work out a straight path that way.

[He enjoys the teasing. It feels more natural. And he really does want to help out, immediately jumping on the problem when it is offered. Maybe it's just because he likes having a familiar name, but it gives him a sense of comfort.]

[thewarningafter]

[Now, if only there were someone here Stephen knows, instead of only the other way around.]

Saw Romanov's guide, too. Not a lot to go on from my surroundings yet other than that I'm probably in the residential area.

[definingfuture]

Okay, well, that's a start. There's a school in the residential area that is pretty big and makes a good landmark. And it has food.

[thewarningafter]

Are we talking actual food or more of these bars?

[definingfuture]

Uhhh. Sometimes you can get lucky?

[thewarningafter]

Oh. Well, at least I have food roulette to look forward to.

[definingfuture]

Hey, there are some useful things you can find if you really dig around. I think they're trying to make us work for them.

And, from what I understand, the supplies are limited to begin with. So we do what we can. I'll help if you tell me what you'd be looking for.

[thewarningafter]

Like rats in a maze.

[Ah, there's the pessimism.]

Mostly I'm looking for something a little more edible than what I found in this backpack, but I'll be looking to put together a first aid kit as well.

[definingfuture]

Something like that. Luckily, we're pretty smart rats.

[Have some optimism right back.]

Okay. I'll keep an eye out for you.

[thewarningafter]

[He could stretch that metaphor, but he decides to let it lie.]

Thanks. I'm going to head out soon, start trying to find landmarks.

[definingfuture]

Call me if you need help. And if you find any wires.

[thewarningafter]

You got it.

[And that's that.]