[The apartment is modern and, when Herbert isn't working in it, somewhat empty. Tony keeps decoration to a minimum, focusing on comfort and cleanliness instead. A good couch and some nice chairs to curl up in on chilly nights. A coffee table he sets his tray on as he starts pouring coffee. Nothing overdone or gaudy, but still carrying a lived-in atmosphere.

He slides a mug toward Bucky, at first not saying anything. He just looks him over briefly and nods. It might seem like he's taking in what the man looks like, but what he's doing is pulling information out of the metal arm, reading its condition as the suit behind them scans Bucky and takes a record of his health. By the time Tony has prepared his own drink, it's over.]

You'll have to forgive me, but I'm going to start with business. I need you to tell me what you've done to remove the conditioning protocols from your mind.