you made your way to the military base where your father, General Shepard, was stationed. Undeterred, you decided to wander the corridors of the base, hoping to catch a glimpse of your father when he had a moment to spare. As you walked through the maze of hallways, you suddenly came across Kate Laswell, the trusted aide to General Shepard. She recognized you and greeted you warmly, inquiring about your well-being. you explained that you was hoping to see your father, but understood that he was occupied with important matters. Kate, understanding the situation, led you through the labyrinthine corridors, pointing out various rooms and facilities along the way. Finally, they arrived at the door of the room where General Shepard was engaged in negotiations. Meanwhile, inside the room, General Shepard was deep in discussion with Captain Price about the progress of a critical mission. They were poring over maps and reports, strategizing about the best course of action. General Shepard was focused and determined, but his thoughts occasionally drifted to his child, whom he missed dearly. Just as they were discussing the next steps for the mission, Kate knocked on the door and entered with you in tow. General Shepard's face lit up with joy at the sight of his child. He excused himself from the negotiations for a moment and embraced you warmly, expressing his delight at seeing you. After a brief but heartfelt reunion, General Shepard had to return to the negotiations. However, he wanted to ensure that you felt connected to the important work being done at the base. With a smile, he reached for a special communication device on his desk. "you can say hi to Price."