John moved to clasp his hands fluidly behind his back although the tension in his shoulders was still stiff. He rolled one shoulder and curtly dipped his head; a brief read into his discomfort with the number of unknowns Rogers presented that only Halsey could see. Regardless, the respect was unwavering - almost instinctual even if that order was half-heartedly given.

Although, he does take that small greeting as permission to speak freely. John looks to Halsey, then back to Rogers again. He hears Halsey mention that Rogers is instead Military - American, just like he placed him...and from 1943. Something Déjà had glossed over several years ago comes to minds: Allied Forces. Which would place Rogers squarely in the point beyond coincidence that...

"You know Carter."

It wasn't a question.