The Smithsonian Museum is located in the world's largest museum system in Washington, DC.
The 16 museums to which it belongs contain more than 140 million art treasures and precious specimens. At the same time, it is also a research center engaged in public education, civil service, and research in various aspects of art, science, and history.
Of these 16 museums, the most popular is naturally the Captain America special exhibition area in the World War II exhibition area!
As a hero of World War II, the first super soldier in human history, and today's avenger, Captain America with multiple auras has become a spiritual symbol and idol of the American era…
As Christmas approaches, the temperature in Washington is very stable, constantly fluctuating between 0 and 7 degrees.
Needless to say, being outdoors, even if you stay indoors, you will feel a little chill.
However, in the Captain America special exhibition area, the body temperature caused by the crowds and crowds of people has made the indoor temperature of the entire exhibition hall unknowingly rise.
As in the past, today's exhibition hall is still crowded with people.
Tourists wearing T-shirts with Captain America Shield printed on them can be seen everywhere in front of various documents.
Whether it is a child or an adult, there is always a happy smile on his face.
For them, being able to get close to their idol's related objects makes them very excited.
Perhaps this is the mentality of fans…
On the radio, a calm male voice was introducing the great achievements of Captain America.
"He is a symbol of the country, a hero of the world, the story of Captain America, a story of glory, bravery and sacrifice…"
"Because of his thin body, after being rejected by the army, Steve Rogers was selected by a unique project in the history of American warfare. This project turned him into the world's first super soldier…"
"After the baptism of war, Captain America and the Roaring Commando proved their worth…"
Whether it was the motorcycles that Captain America once rode on, the video of the war, or the display cabinets of the uniforms worn by the members of the Roaring Commando, all were filled with bright-eyed swimmers (silks).
Unlike other people passing by in a hurry, in front of a display board dedicated to the life of Bucky Barnes, stood a tall but slightly lonely figure.
The depressed peak cap blocked the upper half of the man's face, but it could not stop the nostalgia and puzzlement in those eyes.
With his hands in his pockets, the motionless figure is inconspicuous among the crowds.
Looking at the picture of himself on the display board, Bucky Barnes's heart, but not as calm as the surface…
"Bucky Barnes and Steve Rogers have been good friends who grew up together since they were young. Both on campus and on the battlefield are inseparable. Unfortunately, Barnes is the only one in the Roaring Commando. The dead members of the country…"
The words on the radio made Barnes' heart more ripples.
Staring closely at the black-and-white video, the smiles of his friends and Barnes seemed to float back to the original time, the corners of his mouth couldn't help but a smile appeared after a long absence.
At this moment, a slightly abrupt voice sounded beside him!
"Soldier, have you been staring for too long…"
His ears moved slightly, and Barnes, who had recovered from his senses, couldn't help turning his head to look to the right.
He was wearing a leather jacket on the upper body, jeans on the lower body, and a casually dressed Leon, with his hands in his pockets, looking at him with a smile on his face.
"How about it, in the history museum, doesn't it feel strange to see your own photos and biographical details?"
Hearing this, Barnes couldn't help but stunned, glanced at Leon's young face, and responded in a low voice:
"It's okay, but I didn't expect that I was already over ninety years old."
After a pause, he whispered in a slightly emotional tone:
"time flies…"
"Yeah, time has always been like this… but you are more than ninety years old and still alive and kicking…"
Meaningful words attracted Barnes's attention.
"Steve… is he okay?"
"It's okay, it's just a change of job. Maybe it's a bit uncomfortable. It will take a while."
Hearing this, Barnes raised his brows, and his face showed a very curious look:
"Change job?"
Leon did not answer right away, but looked around, then turned his head and said:
"It's not convenient to talk here. Let's find a place to have a cup of coffee and talk slowly…"
Immediately, before Barnes agreed, he led the way towards the door of the exhibition hall.
Upon seeing this, Barnes didn't hesitate, stepped forward and followed.
For him, everything can never compare to that, the little guy who walked out of Brooklyn with him…
. . .
Leaving the Smithsonian Museum, the two went to a coffee shop near the subway entrance, seated in the corner, and sat down.
"Two cups of espresso coffee."
After placing the order, Barnes's slightly impatient voice rang in Leon's ear.
"Then what?"
After hearing this, he couldn't help but sigh in his heart about the deep relationship between the two of the winter team, and Leon told Barnes about Steve's recent situation.
It is interesting to say that since the Battle of New York, Steve, who was exposed, had to quit his job in the boxing gym and officially transferred to the establishment of S.H.I.E.L.D, replacing the dead Crossbones and becoming the captain of the special team!
Not only that, "Black widow" Natasha Romanoff also joined the special team and became Steve's deputy.
To put it simply, their job is to lead special forces and run around the world to deal with crime and terrorists…
Most of the players in the special forces are actually HYDRA.
In a sense, Captain America is fighting on the same front with the enemy he has hated the most.
This is a very ironic point.
It is also the reason why Leon does not want to let Steve know that HYDRA is hidden inside S.H.I.E.L.D.
After all, Steve, who believes in unity and despise Fury's set of division management, is more like a soldier than a spy…
At this time, Barnes' words recalled Leon's thoughts floating in the distance.
"Then when can I see him?"
Faced with Barnes's question, Leon looked calm, took the coffee on the table, took a sip, and replied aloud:
"Wait until the right time comes."
"Then when is the right time?"
"No hurry. I can afford to wait for 70 years, and I don't care if I wait a while… First, you have to familiarize yourself with the rhythm of the 21st century and learn how to survive in this world."
Putting down the coffee, Leon leaned forward slightly, looking at Barnes seriously, and said solemnly:
"You know, this world has a lot more things that you can't even imagine…"