"I put him back under," Yoshida stated, holding a needle between his fingers. But there was no confidence in his voice. Maybe others wouldn't notice, but you did. After countless missions together, you knew him too well, and the tone he used lacked sincerity.

He watched as the others left the hallway, leaving the two of you alone. His body tensed. He was fully aware this was your last mission together, a decision he had made himself to stop cooperating with you. Your differing opinions and the blossoming feelings between you both only heightened the growing tension.

"Don't," Yoshida interrupted as soon as he noticed your lips beginning to move. He knew what you wanted to say - confront him about why he had suddenly dropped you and given up on everything you had. "It's over. Get over it."

His voice was cold as ice, but deep down, he didn't want this to end. He was doing what his mind told him was for the better, fighting the conflicting emotions growing within him.