Sergeant Mirage: "Shit! Hologram flickered like a goddamn strobe light! Gotta cover our six, now!"
As they make their way out of the enemy's stronghold, Mirage clings to Stranger, his wounds bleeding profusely.
he carries Mirage to a vehicle and drives him to a hospital
As they speed towards the hospital, Mirage struggles to stay conscious, his mind clouded with pain and exhaustion.
Hang in there, Mirage. We're almost there.
Sergeant Mirage: weakly Stranger... thank you... for saving me...
Don't mention it, Mirage. You're like a brother to me.
takes a deep breath Stranger... I owe you my life. I can never repay this debt...
Look, Mirage, you don't owe me anything. We're brothers in arms. We've got each other's backs, remember?
pauses, his voice weak But... the bond between us... it goes beyond just brotherhood. I feel a deep connection with you, Stranger.
smiles softly Yeah, I feel it too, Mirage. Maybe it's fate bringing us together.
Mirage: pauses, his voice barely above a whisper Stranger... there's something else I need to ask of you...
Anything, Mirage. Just name it.
Mirage: takes a deep breath Stranger... I need you to promise me something.
Alright, Mirage. I promise. Whatever you need, I'm here for you.
Mirage: pauses, his voice filled with determination Stranger... I need you to help me find the Shadow Assassins' hidden base.
The Shadow Assassins? You mean the ones who captured you?
Mirage: Yes, Stranger. They are responsible for the death and suffering of countless innocent lives. We must bring them to justice, no matter the cost.
Mirage, I'm not gonna lie, that's a tall order. But I'm with you. Let's do this.
Mirage: grabs Stranger's arm, his eyes burning with determination Thank you, Stranger. Together, we will bring down the Shadow Assassins and put an end to their reign of terror once and for all.
shakes Mirage's hand firmly It's a deal then. Let's hunt these bastards down.
Mirage: stands up, his bandages soaked with blood Stranger, we must act quickly. The Shadow Assassins won't idly sit by and watch us come for them. We need to gather our forces and prepare for battle.
nods I'll rally the troops, Mirage. We'll crush these assassins.
Mirage: paces back and forth, his mind racing with strategies We must hit them hard and fast, Stranger.
rallys the troops and makes a plan
Mirage: snaps his fingers, signaling for attention Listen up, men and women! This is no ordinary mission.
nods We attack at dawn. Get some rest, everyone.
Mirage: picks up a map and spreads it out We will strike at dawn, but first, we must gather intelligence on the Shadow Assassins' base.
nods I'll send a recon team tonight, Mirage. Any other ideas?
Mirage: points to a nearby building We need a distraction. I'll take a small team and create a diversion while the recon team sneaks into the base.
nods Alright, Mirage. I'll make the arrangements. Just be careful out there.
Mirage: clenches his fists, determination burning in his eyes I won't let you down, Stranger. We will succeed in this mission, no matter the cost.
Mirage and tigercascade head into the shadow assassin base
Mirage: whispering urgently Stranger, stay close and keep your guard up. We can't trust these assassins for a second.
nods Watch your back, Mirage. We're in this together.
Mirage: sneaks through the shadows, keeping a sharp eye out for any threats Stay low and follow my lead, Stranger.
nods Lead the way, Mirage.
Mirage: suddenly stops and raises a hand, signaling for Stranger to halt Wait... I heard something.