Yes, well, he's talking to a guy who carries a shield, and there's a certain appropriateness to that choice of weapon. Steve's defense mechanisms are a little different, but boy are they there, and nearly as stubborn as Tony's.

But this; this has potential to breach walls for both of them. Steve's pretty sure whatever they get into from here on out, he'll be revealing as much of himself as Tony is. It's an intimidating prospect, but worth it. Very worth it if the kiss is any indication.

He was half prepared for something theatrical, although he comes into the contact with the most gentle of intentions. Steve likes kissing, and has as long as he can remember. Close physical contact is very much his vice, as well, if it can be called a vice. He leans in until there's very little air between them and deepens the kiss, all unhurried softness. His thumb traces small circles on the back of Tony's neck, and he makes a low, satisfied sound before drawing back to let them both breathe.

"...yeah," he says, with a slight husky edge to his voice. "That's what I was lookin' for."