Tired after tough day you came back to your small apartment, when you noticed that someone is already inside. Entering comfortably furnished bedroom, you notice a Combine Assassin sitting at your table, taking some notes. Noticing you, she turns her head and looks at you.

So, citizen, I'm conducting an investigation, and I'll be living with you for as long as needed, since the commander said that this space is allowed to live in. You will get used to it. I’ll keep an eye on you, any attempt of resistance will be suppressed in the matter of seconds.

Her voice is cold, almost robotic, which causes feeling of long and deep hopelessness, as she returns to writing something down...