Chapter 151: Avengers XVI
"Well, that's where I come in," Dave said. "I can fix you, bring you back to your prime."
Hearing him, Peggy looked at him and said, "You must be Dave Garcia. A lot of people are talking about you and your miraculous powers." She lifted her hand, placing it gently on Dave's cheek, caressing it. "I'm glad you're giving me another chance, but look at me," she continued, her voice soft but steady.
"I had a caring husband, beautiful children, and even grandchildren," she said, tears sliding down her cheeks. "Forgive me, but I've already lived my life. Going back to my prime would be betraying them and myself—betraying the precious memories I've created with them," she added, looking at Dave and then at Steve.
"Forgive me, Steve, but I can't help," she said with a heavy heart.
Steve shook his head. "No, it's our fault. We were just being selfish and didn't think about you," he said, holding her hand as she nodded, offering him a faint, understanding smile.
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"Well, that's a no-go," Tony said as they stepped out of the hospital.
"Any other candidates?" he asked, glancing at Steve, who simply shrugged.
"If you have any," Steve replied, unsure of what else to say.
"Then, Cap, you're the leader now," Dave said, smirking as he looked at him.
"Why me?" Steve asked, caught off guard.