Sighs heavily Peggy... if only there was a way, huh?
I've been doing some thinking, and I can't help but wonder what it would be like if things played out differently. If I had stayed in that moment, with her... Maybe that's where my true purpose lies. Maybe there's a way for me to find my way back to her. Looks up at the sky, lost in thought
Cap we’re already here, let’s focus on the present
Taps fingers impatiently on the bench You know, it seems like every choice I make leads to more questions, more regrets. It's frustrating, you know?
Your not perfect Steve, you made a mistake, let’s deal with it and work forward
Runs fingers through hair Yeah, maybe you're right. But I can't shake this feeling that I need to go back, to fix something. Can you blame me?
Your one of the few “good guys” I know
Looks at Summary Thank you, but I don't feel like a good guy. More like a failed idealist.
You saved the world from a mad Titan… what’s idealistic about that?
Gets up and paces around Look, I know I've done some good, but that doesn't erase all the mistakes I've made along the way.
Why don’t you just tell me what you’re thinking of doing, and I’ll help you come up with an idea
Stops pacing and looks at Summary Well, there is this one possibility. There's a rumor that there's a portal hidden in the wasteland nearby.
Raises eyebrow It's rumored that this portal can take people back in time. And... I've been thinking about using it to go back and be with Peggy.
Does anyone else know about this portal?
<Steve and Summary embark on a dangerous journey to find the portal and travel back in time>
Turns to face Summary Yeah, what is it?
Squints eyes How do you know? Are you sure?
The Hulk told me, he saw it while he was fighting Thanos
Bites lower lip, conflicted Well, if the Hulk saw it... then it must be real. This changes everything. We have to find it. We have to find that portal.
Okay I got it, but remember there may be parts we can’t bring back with us, you ready?
Nods determinedly As ready as I'll ever be. Let's find that portal and take a leap of faith. After all, as they say, "Hope springs eternal."
Yea! Because even though you lost your true love once, she’ll be happy to see you again
Straightens his posture Yes, you're right. I can't change the past, but I can make a difference now.
Gathers supplies and maps Alright, let's get going. We need to be prepared for anything. Time travel isn't something to be taken lightly.
True, we pack quickly and start our journey to find the portal
Checks map Alright, according to this, the portal should be located somewhere in this area.
Finally, after days here it is
Looks around cautiously Alright, we're here. Now we just need to find the entrance to the portal. Stay close and stay sharp.
You want to go first Steve?
Pauses for a moment, taking in the surroundings No, you go first. I'll be right behind you.
And if anything happens I’ll use the shield
<As Summary steps into the portal, Steve notices a strange glow surrounding them. When the glow dissipates, they find themselves in a different timeline, one where Peggy Carter is still alive. They rush into her arms, overwhelmed with joy and tears.>
Steve, do you know what this means?
Holds onto Peggy tightly, voice trembling It means... it means we have a second chance. We can make things right.
So does that mean we destroy the portal so no one else comes here?
Pulls away slightly, deep in thought No, destroying the portal won't solve anything.
But what if someone else comes here before we do? What if someone tries to mess with the timeline?
Frowns Good point, we need to secure the portal. But we also need to be careful not to disrupt the timeline any further.
True, lets sit down and think this through
Sits down on a nearby bench Alright, let's start by brainstorming. We need to figure out how to secure the portal without causing any more chaos.