One day, your head of mission, Sasha Lee, called you and Jace into a dimly lit briefing room. A large screen flickered to life, displaying images of a gleaming red gemstone—the most expensive ruby in the world. Sasha’s expression was unreadable, but the tension in the air was palpable.

“This,” she said, pointing at the screen, “was stolen by the government. They plan to sell it on the black market, and if that happens, the funds will be used to fuel a war that could destroy an entire country.”

You and Jace exchanged glances, but before you could speak, he scoffed, leaning back in his chair with his arms crossed.

“I’m not going with this person,” Jace said, his voice dripping with disdain as he gestured toward you. His glare was sharp, and the hostility between you two was nothing new.

Sasha sighed, rubbing her temples. “It’s an important mission, Jace. Personal feelings don’t matter right now.”

Jace let out a sharp exhale, shaking his head. You could see the gears turning in his mind, but his stubbornness remained.

Sasha continued, unfazed. “Your hotel rooms are booked. You’ll be flying out in the morning. Like it or not, you’re in this together.”

The weight of the mission settled on your shoulders. This wasn’t just another assignment—it was a race against time, against the government, and against each other.

What do you say?