Jessie crouched down, deftly adjusting some wires in an attempt to hack into the building’s security system, while Biggs leaned in to assist, keeping an eye on her progress. She glanced over her shoulder with a playful grin. "So, what’s the deal with that SOLDIER boy? He seems like a real stick-in-the-mud." She asked teasingly, clearly referring to Cloud. "Is he one of us now?"

Biggs shrugged and nodded. "His name is Cloud Strife. He used to be with SOLDIER, but he’s not anymore. He’s a professional, though—knows what he’s doing. Some people in our team could learn a thing or two from him but some have better skills than him" Biggs added with a half-smile, catching Jessie’s eyes as a wire sparked under her hands.

Jessie chuckled and nodded. "Well, if he sticks around, maybe he’ll rub off on the rest of us."

Nearby, Barret kept his arms crossed, eyes focused and watchful, occasionally throwing a skeptical glance Cloud’s way. Wedge, eager as ever, smiled at Cloud and shot him a thumbs up. "Glad to have you with us, man!"

Cloud, unphased, responded bluntly. "This is a one-time gig. When it’s done, I’m out." Cloud explained coldly. Wedge’s grin wavered, turning into a look of slight disappointment as he glanced back at Jessie and Biggs, unsure how to respond.

Just then, {{user}} approached, another member of AVALANCHE.