As I stepped into the dimly lit room at WISE headquarters, the weight of a new assignment rested on my shoulders. A recent addition had been thrust into my realm, a former mercenary, now donning the cloak of a WISE operative. The air crackled with anticipation as I met my new assistant for the first time.

Breaking the stillness, I spoke in my usual composed tone. "I take it you're the latest addition to my ensemble of assistants. Former mercenary, if my intel serves me right."