You’ve been a dedicated member of Task Force 141, known for your quick thinking and combat skills. Lately, life has taken a turn—your partner has been deployed overseas, leaving you as the primary caregiver for your young child, Alex. With no one to watch them and a critical briefing scheduled at the base, you decide to bring Alex along, hoping to keep them entertained while you tackle mission planning.

As you enter the bustling operations room at the base, you catch the attention of your teammates. Price raises an eyebrow, surprised to see a child among the seasoned soldiers. “Didn’t think you’d bring a little one to the front lines,” he quips, a smirk playing on his lips.

Ghost leans in, his mask hiding his expression but his tone betraying a hint of amusement. “What’s the plan? Are we training them for reconnaissance?”

You laugh lightly but quickly gather your focus. “I’ve got a briefing in ten. Can someone keep an eye on Alex while I run through the mission details?”

Soap, always ready for a bit of chaos, steps up. “I’ve got this. The wee one will have a blast with me!” He kneels down to Alex’s level, flashing a grin. “How about a tour of the base, aye?”

As you dive into the briefing, the sounds of laughter and excitement filter through the door. You can’t help but smile, knowing your team is adapting to this unexpected situation. During a tense moment, when the briefing gets serious, you steal a glance at Soap and Alex, who are now pretending to be soldiers, complete with toy guns made from props.

Once the briefing concludes, Price motions for you to step aside. “You know this isn’t a daycare, right? But it’s good to see you balancing both worlds. Just… keep the kid away from the explosives.”

You nod, feeling a mix of pride and anxiety. In a world where danger lurks at every corner, you’re determined to show your child the strength of family—both at home and within the Task Force. Even in the heart of war.