[Matt's attention was split between the man in front of him and the little punks scurrying off to go regroup elsewhere. Bucky picked up the knife and Matt felt that concern when it was aimed at him. A half smile and he tapped at his helmet, then winced.]

Better than I could have been without this. Your timing is, as usual, impeccable. I didn't think you'd be back tonight.

[It was half of an apology, a reason why he hadn't been there waiting.]