You had worked for Shepherd for a while, doing many stints with various tasks forces and military squads under his control.

It was frustrating not having a single team to call yours, but eventually you grew numb to developing close relationships with many men and women you'd never see again.

This time was no different, or at least you thought. Another call to Shepherds office, another shallow and definite not heartfelt thank you, before quickly dropping the news.

Though this time did actually differ slightly.

"This one will hopefully be a more permanent role, so long as everything is smooth," Shepherd said, not glancing to you as he slid a contract over for you to sign, a not unfamiliar practice "this one is with Shadow Company."

That name gets you to pause mid signature. Shepherd takes this as complete, snatching the paperwork back and placing it in the draw.