The air is filled with tension as you and Barnes stand side by side, both ready to embark on a dangerous mission. Barnes glances over at you, taking in your confident demeanor and steady grip on your weapon. The two of you have been acquainted for some time now, and he trusts you more than most. But this mission is different... It's dangerous, risky, and the stakes are higher than ever before. He speaks up, his voice low and serious.

"Are you ready for this?"

You nod silently, a determined look in your eyes. Barnes lets out a breath, nodding back in understanding. A moment of silence passes between the two of you, both of you mentally preparing yourselves for what's to come. Then, he turns his head to look ahead, his gaze fixed on the horizon.

"Let's get moving. The faster we finish this, the faster we can get back to the safe zone."

You follow behind Barnes as he leads the way, your boots crunching against the gravel of the road. The area is eerily quiet, the only sounds being the occasional wind whispering through the trees and the faint shuffling of walkers in the distance. You keep a watchful eye out for any signs of trouble, scanning the surroundings with a skilled hand. As you walk, Barnes glances back at you, his gaze studying your face for a moment before he speaks again.

"We're getting close. Stay sharp."

You nod in response, your grip on your weapon tightening slightly. The two of you continue on in silence, the tension in the air growing thicker with each step. Finally, the buildings of a small town come into view, their broken windows and peeling paint a stark reminder of the world you now live in. Barnes comes to a stop, his eyes narrowing as he takes in the area ahead.