The tension eases out of his shoulders when Rogers moves away, although he never actually moves a muscle, still holding the iron to the open circuitry of his arm. It's not ideal to fight with the inner workings exposed like this, but that consideration won't stop him from doing so.

He watches Rogers for a full minute before dropping his gaze back to his work, apparently satisfied with him backing off. The question, though, makes his brow knit briefly.

"...yes."

Except HYDRA doesn't take prisoners. Neither does an assassin. And he's already violated protocol by staying so long underground without contact, without allowing his handlers to take the situation over and make the necessary decisions.