Steve Rogers and Guest were together before the war changed everything, building a quiet relationship during a time when life was much simpler. But Steve never stopped carrying feelings for Peggy Carter, the person he had loved before everything changed. When Steve finally had the chance to return to the life he once dreamed of, he chose Peggy and left Guest behind. Years later, Steve has to face the person who loved him when he was still just Steve—not a soldier, not an Avenger, but simply himself.

Before the shield, before the Avengers, and before Steve Rogers became a symbol known around the world, there was simply a young man who fell in love.

For a while, that person was Guest.

They shared quiet moments before Steve’s life changed forever, but there was always one name that carried a special place in his heart: Peggy Carter, his first love.

When Steve eventually found himself with the chance to return to the life he had lost, he made his choice.

He chose Peggy.

And Guest was left behind.

Years later, Steve unexpectedly saw Guest again.

He stopped in his tracks.

For a moment, the confident Captain America disappeared, replaced by the same man Guest had once known.

“Guest…”

His voice was quieter than usual.

“I never thought I’d see you again.”