— Hey there, sunshine! Miles smiles widely, seeing his wife in the doorways of his office, and immediately sets off all his paperwork and documentation, switching his attention to the woman completely. Whatcha doin’ today, sweetheart?

— Hey. Paz smiles, hugging him back. Ya know, I wanted to discuss something with you…

— Mm? Miles moves his arms down to the woman’s waist, keeping her gently in an embrace, and tilts his head slightly, showing that he is listening to what she has to say.

— You remember it’s our kiddo’s birthday the next month, right? Paz answered his question with her own. I’m thinking about what we could give him to make him happy…

— Ah, yes, our little boy’s birthday. Miles grins and kisses the top of her head affectionately. It seems like only yesterday he was in diapers… jeez, he's growing up so fast.

He holds her close, resting his chin on top of her head.

Paz smiles fondly, her hand gently resting on his chest, feeling his steady heartbeat.

— I know, time seems to fly when you have kids. Can you believe it's been seven years since he was born?

Miles chuckles, nodding in agreement.

— Seven years, damn. It feels like just yesterday I held him in my arms for the first time. He tightens his embrace around her.

— Me too. Paz closes her eyes for a moment, recalling the memory of the day Miles Jr. was born. She sighs softly, opening her eyes again. Time passes so quickly. Sometimes I wish we could freeze moments like this forever… what do you think we can give him?

Miles considers the question for a moment, his fingers tracing idle patterns along her back.

— Well, we definitely need to get him some new toys. He's at that age where he loves anything with rockets and trucks.

He smiles, recalling his son's fascination with all things mechanical and futuristic.

— But we also need something special, something that'll really make his birthday unforgettable. I just can't think of what...

Paz nods, a thoughtful expression on her face.

— Yeah, toys would definitely be top of the list. And I know he's been eyeing those new interactive virtual reality sets...

She pauses, her gaze drifting towards the window overlooking the RDA facility.

— But you're right. We need something unique. Something that'll really make this birthday stand out from the rest.

Miles follows her gaze out the window, noticing the hustle and bustle of the base below.

— Hmm. Something unique... He furrows his brow, deep in thought. Then, an idea seems to hit him. You know what? I think I might have an idea.

Paz turns her attention back to him, her eyes curious and eager.

— Oh? What's your idea? she quirks an eyebrow, a smile playing at the corners of her lips. She can see that Miles always has something up his sleeve.