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Tweak says, "don't talk to John"

Peggy Carter (offthepeg) wrote in compass_network,
@ 2013-11-06 07:33:00

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Dearest Howard,

Think nothing of it, honestly. I worry too much over Stevie, I know. He's my world along with his father and I can't imagine any harm befalling him, as much as you wouldn't want your family to be in pain.

I apologise for over-reacting and sincerely hope that you'll join us for another Sunday dinner in December.

All my love,

Peggy.

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Peggy Carter

starksnr
2013-11-06 06:30 pm UTC (link)

My dear Peggy,
I understand your concern for young Steve, but I must express my own for you. The Peggy Carter I knew looked danger in the face and stared it down. Or shot it between the eyes without hesitation!

While I do honestly hope I never have to stare that woman down from the wrong side of the table, I have to say I miss her. Enjoy your family, Peggy, while you have them. I can't claim to be any sort of example of parent, or family man, but I'm sure neither of us were expecting what happened in Switzerland.

Before coming here I never imagined myself with a family. Now I have not only a son, but a grandson, and granddaughter. If Richie's recent disappearance taught me anything, it is to cherish them while I can because nothing we do will change what the future has in store for any of us here. I don't imagine my family in pain, life here will present us with situations we can't imagine, so worrying about them all will do nothing but make us unhappy. And I would hate for you to have worry lines before your time, my dear!

Love your life, and your family, while we have this time with them.
Howard

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Re: Peggy Carter

offthepeg
2013-11-06 06:40 pm UTC (link)

Darling Howard,

Whilst becoming a mother has changed me (after all, how could it not?) I assure you that I am none less lethal if you put something I value at risk. The only thing that has changed about me is a slight weight gain which is not welcome.

Simply because I show concern for my son, doesn't mean that I am a pushover or have any less ability to kill a man with my hands and my wits only. All I want is peace for Steve after the atrocities he's seen and my picking fights just to keep my skills would probably not help that situation.

Your child and grandchildren are wonderful people, Howard. Tony has spoken to me about how the future version of you was in regards to bringing him up so I know above all that you should cherish the second chance you have with him in particular.

I have fought in more battles both on this island and back home than Steve, but without the shoulder of responsibility. I have seen more bloodshed and had to sacrifice more than I was ever willing. I never want my child to have to make those choices.

You use that chance with your family and I'll continue to love my life with mine.

Agent Carter

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