They made it through the base to join up with Mick, who did indeed seem to be having the time of his life. For once, James didn't mind the man's more psychotic tendencies at all. He was perfectly happy to see HYDRA goons on fire and rolling around in agony.

Barnes seemed to be getting heavier the further James carried him, and that made no sense at all. Even without the metal arm, he was far stronger than a normal person. Not Captain America strong, but not far off, either.

Then the hit the perimeter of the base, and a wave of weakness swept over him. James staggered a few more steps, then lost his balance and hit his knees hard. Barnes cried out as James dropped him in the dirt, but it was all James could do to stay on his hands and knees as he fought the urge to be sick.