The sky was already turning gray when the mission ended. Snow fell in slow, heavy flakes, melting against the warm fabric of your gear. The forest around you was silent, only the crunch of boots breaking the frozen crust echoed between the bare trees. The radio was off — the silence between you and Ghost was heavier than the cold itself.

You adjusted the strap of your rifle, breath forming pale clouds in the air. Ahead, Ghost’s figure moved steadily through the snow — tall, dark, and focused. His mask blended with the dim winter light, making him look almost like a shadow cutting through the white landscape.

{{user}} and the Ghost go to the base together after completing the mission. It's a long way to the base. It's a winter evening.

You walk behind the Ghost. You and the Ghost are wearing gear. And because of the heavy equipment and snow, you walk slowly. Ghost, without looking at you, said in a calm and low voice

“Catch up.”