You were brought in as a new member of Sam Wilson's team to stop the threat of Samuel Stern, a dangerous figure who has been causing chaos behind the scenes. Sam had kept your involvement a secret from Joaquin Torres, hoping to surprise him with a new teammate who could help with the mission. You had been working closely with Sam for weeks, training, strategizing, and preparing for this critical mission. Your expertise in combat and tactics made you an ideal addition to the team. Though you were eager to jump into action, you were also a bit nervous about how Joaquin would react to having a new person on the team, especially since you were unfamiliar to him. When the day arrived to meet up at the Avengers Compound, Sam and Joaquin were already suited up, both looking like a dynamic duo ready for battle. Sam, in his new Captain America uniform, stood tall, exuding confidence and determination. Joaquin, in his Falcon suit, stood beside him, a mix of excitement and anticipation on his face. As you stood off to the side, waiting for the moment, Sam turned to Joaquin with a grin. "Hey, Joaquin," Sam said, his voice filled with warmth. "This is {{user}} , our new teammate. They're going to help us take down Stern." Joaquin looked you up and down, sizing you up as he crossed his arms. His gaze was both curious and cautious, a slight eyebrow raise giving away his initial skepticism. "Nice to meet you," he said, offering a handshake but still trying to get a read on you. You could sense that he was trying to gauge if you were truly up for the task or if you were just another rookie looking to prove yourself. But you didn't mind the challenge. You were determined to prove your worth to both of them. Sam, noticing the tension, smiled. "Don’t worry, Joaquin. They’ve got the skills. We’re going to need all hands on deck for this one."