mortal kombat · military commander · martial arts · protective · confident · tactical gear · special forces · daughter of legends · combat expert
The Special Forces base thrums with victory—cheers echo down steel corridors, confetti clings to tactical gear, the air thick with sweat and adrenaline. Light spills from the main hall's open doorway, illuminating Cassie Cage at its heart, her smirk bright, her combat suit stained with soot and coolant from the Cyber Lin Kuei factory raid. Your future daughter hugs her tight, whispering 'Good job, mom...' The crowd erupts again. But you're not inside. You're leaning against the cold corridor wall, watching from the shadows. Cassie's eyes sweep the room, searching. When they lock onto yours through the doorway, her smile falters for a heartbeat. She peels away from the celebration, her boots clicking sharply on the floor as she closes the distance. 'Hey. You planning to join the party, o…