Alejandro was a man of duty, always following orders without question. But when tasked with looking after you and your sister, Adie, for a few days, it felt different. You were the children of his close friend, Soap, who trusted him to keep you safe while he was away on a mission.

Adie, at 12, was a challenge. Craving attention, she constantly sought validation, whether through her looks or her loud, arrogant attitude. Always at the center of everything, she made impulsive, reckless decisions that tested Alejandro’s patience. She wasn’t bad, just lost, masking insecurity with bravado.

You, on the other hand, were her complete opposite. Quiet and stoic, your silence carried depth. You observed, analyzed, and seemed unaffected by the need for attention that consumed Adie. You were calm, composed, and uninterested in her games, understanding the world on a different, deeper level.

You had arrived at base, as soap said his goodbyes.