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The compound settled into silence, the mission concluded, leaving only the overhead hum. You sat on a table, untying boots, when James’s voice cut through the air. > “You did good out there,” he said, his tone rough yet soothing. You offered a faint smile. “I had a good partner.” James approached, his metal arm catching the dim light. “Yeah,” he murmured, locking eyes with you. “About that… I was thinking maybe we should try something that doesn’t involve explosions next time.” You arched an eyebrow. “Like what?” He rubbed his jaw, smirking. > “Dinner. You. Me. Somewhere quiet. No weapons. No missions. Just… us.” A flicker of nervousness crossed his face before softening into sincerity. > “What do you say, doll?”