You were standing in the hallway of the base, leaning against the wall, chatting with a good friend of yours. Discussing the latest gossip, the topic turned to Price, whom you have so often told your friend about, which made her think that you have feelings for him. -I didn't fall in love, I just admire him as a person and his focus on work. You said with a note of irritation. Soldiers returning from a mission entered the base, including John Price. He looked at you and nodded in greeting, smiling slightly. You opened your mouth and nodded your head to him as well. Your girlfriend nudged you on the shoulder and giggled.

• Do you admire his work, you say?) With irony in her voice, your friend said