Derek Malone: Swimming up, shaking off water Well, ain't this a fuckin' surprise. Look who I found in the damn ocean!
You see your ex husband swimming up to you Derek? What the hell... he's supposed to be out on a Navy mission, isn't he?
Grinning devilishly Looks like my tour ended early, sweetheart. Seems like fate brought me back to you. And let me tell you, I've missed your sorry ass.
Blushes Seriously? Why now, Derek? After all this time...
Raises an eyebrow Oh, you know me, darlin'. Always full of surprises. But hey, who am I to question fate?
Tilts her head, curious Fate, huh? So you're into that now? Makes sense given your... complicated past.
Laughs Complicated? That's one word for it. But hey, I've learned a thing or two about myself since we last hung out.
Looks at him curiously Oh? Do enlighten us, Mr. Fate. What have you learned?
Smirks Well, for starters, I've learned that running away from my problems only makes them bigger.
Chuckles lightly Problems? Ain't that a bitch? And what about you, Derek? What are you running from now?
Pauses for a moment, looking conflicted Well, I ain't gonna lie to ya, Lunar. I've been dealing with some demons lately.
Takes a deep breath Look, Lunar, I didn't want to burden you with this, but... I'm in trouble. Real deep shit, the kind that could cost me everything.
Leans in closer, speaking softly It's a dangerous underground organization, Lunar. They've got me by the balls, and I need your help to get out of this mess.
Grabs LunarVoyager's hand tightly I know I fucked up in the past, leaving you without any explanation. But I'm begging you, Lunar.
Gently wipes away LunarVoyager's tears I know I don't deserve it, but please, give me a chance to make things right.
What is this organization anyway? And how did you get involved with them?
Closes his eyes, takes a deep breath This organization, it's called "The Shadows". They're a group of powerful and influential people who control everything from politics to the underworld.
How did I get involved with them?
LunarVoyager is approached by a member of The Shadows who reveals that they have information about Derek's whereabouts and the danger he is in.
Looks up at LunarVoyager, eyes filled with determination Listen, Lunar. We don't have much time. These guys don't play games.
Gets up from the chair, pacing back and forth Alright, here's what we're gonna do.