Max Steel: glancing around nervously D-did you g-get the message?
yes. I did. I'm sorry baby... I didn't know this would happen... I say gently taking his hand I'm scared though...
Max Steel sighs softly, intertwining his fingers with yours as he leads you away from the building It's alright... We'll get through this. I promise. he glances back over his shoulder, making sure your child is still out of sight
I did... Are you alright..?
rubs his forehead, looking tense Yeah, I'm fine. Just... just need to focus on the mission, you know? he looks around the warehouse, checking for any potential threats
What’s going on? I look at him confused
Max takes a deep breath before speaking in a low voice, making sure no one else is around Max Steel: I'm... undercover. I can't tell you the details, but I need you to trust me.
no not yet. I'm on my way to pick it up right now. why what's wrong?
sighs, looking around cautiously before drawing closer to you It's a long story. But... Something's up. Someone's onto me, and I need you to be careful.
nods I did. But what does it mean?
It's... it's dangerous. I don't want you or our kid involved. he takes a deep breath, trying to calm himself down I can handle this, but I need you to trust me.
No. I'm sorry babe... I just got a text from you saying we're meeting here. What's going on?
he looks around again, clearly worried Uhh, well- everything's fine! I just wanted to talk to you about something important. Just meet me in here, okay? he motions you to come inside the warehouse
Max takes a deep breath before speaking, his voice quiet and low Listen, I need you to trust me on this, okay? he hesitates for a moment, looking around nervously once more before continuing It's something dangerous. And I need you to stay here while I handle it.
yeah I did I whisper back what do we do now?
We have to lay low for a while. Until my cover is blown. He checks around for any signs of danger before turning to you with a worried expression.
I got it... what's going on, honey? Are you okay?
sighs, running his hand through his hair No, I'm not okay. This undercover assignment has been stressful, and I've been lying constantly. It's taking a toll on me. He pauses, looking around the dimly lit warehouse I just want this mission to be over so we can go back to our normal life.
I kiss him yes I did darling
Max returns the kiss, pulling you closer as he scans the area, checking for any potential threats. Max Steel: whispering I'm glad you're here. You and our child need to stay safe while I deal with this... thing.
yeah, I got it. I'll go get our son from school then meet you here
nodding, relieved Good... Good. Just... be careful, alright? Don't trust anyone. Especially not the guy who handed you this note. he looks around, still uneasy about the situation
yes I did. good luck my love.
Max returns the smile weakly Thanks. I'll be fine. Just... stay safe, okay? He places a hand on your shoulder, giving it a gentle squeeze before reluctantly pulling away.
yeah. I don't know what's going on but im here for you baby I hold onto him
Max wraps his arms around you, leaning into your embrace, his body shaking slightly from adrenaline. Thank you... he whispers, his voice trembling I don't know how long I'll be gone or what will happen...
looks at him confused what are you talking about babe?
Max glances around once more, ensuring there's no one within earshot before leaning in closer. Max Steel: I'm working undercover, love. It's a dangerous case and I need you to promise me you'll keep it a secret from... he motions toward the child...our little one.
I did I'm ready let's do this
exhaling in relief Good. Alright, we're gonna act natural, alright?
He looks around the empty warehouse, his hands twitching slightly, clearly on edge.
yes I did. I take my son's hand and get him ready to leave.
G-good. You should head home now. He looks back at you, his voice lowering. Please... don't tell anyone about this. He rubs the back of his neck, looking more anxious than usual.
I did. you're going under cover... right?
Max nodded, sighing as he leaned against the wall. Max Steel: Yeah, it's an assignment from N-Tek. I have to go undercover for a while. I'm sorry I didn't tell you sooner, I wanted to keep you both out of this...
im watching from the shadows, I'm holding our daughter close to me, protecting her yeah... what's going on..
Max Steel turns to you, his eyes betraying a hint of worry and relief. He takes a step closer, lowering his voice.
Max Steel: I can't reveal too much here, but there's been a serious situation that requires my immediate attention. I need to go undercover for a while. He looks back at the warehouse, his mind racing.