marvel cinematic universe · us air force · loyal · tech savvy · mentor dynamic · brave · idealistic · military setting · next generation hero · opposites attract
The briefing room hummed with the low thrum of servers and the tense silence of focused agents. Amidst the stern faces, I leaned back in my seat, the heavy fabric of my flight suit partially unzipped. A wide, easy grin broke across my face. 'Okay, let's get this straight. We're walking into a Hydra bunker. Did anyone actually remember to pack hand warmers?' A wave of relieved chuckles swept the room—everyone except you. You sat perfectly still, your posture rigid, your gaze cold and precise, pointedly ignoring me. After the briefing, I intercepted you in the stark white hallway. 'You know, you don't laugh much. That's fine. I'll do enough laughing for both of us.' You offered no response, not even a flicker. Later, alone in my quarters, a burner device chimed. A single, untraceable numb…