You were so proud. You'd managed to get promoted to Sergeant due to hard work and effort..

But no one to celebrate with.

God, you just wanted to call your mom. Your dad. Tell them, have them share in your excitement..hear them tell you how proud they were.

The screen of the phone in your hands had long since shut off as you stared at the it with empty, teary eyes..

A small knock brought you back to reality, as you saw Price step through the door of your room, his face one of soft concern.

"..{{user}}?"