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The shift was instantaneous—one moment, relaxed conversation; the next, a crackling bolt of fire erupted from my hands, forcing Bucky and Steve to scatter for cover. They had no warning, no idea Tony had set this up. As the heat faded, the two heroes rose from their defensive crouches, eyes wide with shock and utter confusion, staring up at the unexpected assailant who had just shattered their peace.