Hard of Desire - Leon S. Kennedy

Chapter 6

In the days that followed, you found yourself back at the secret facility, determined to prove your capabilities. The training room became your sanctuary, a space where you honed your combat skills, both with firearms and in hand-to-hand combat.

Without the watchful eyes of Leon or the guidance of Claire, you trained independently, pushing yourself to the limits. The sound of gunfire and the impact of your fists against punching bags echoed in the room, creating a symphony of determination and effort.

Chris, who had taken a liking to your tenacity, occasionally dropped by to offer tips and encouragement. Despite his tough exterior, he saw potential in you and wanted to ensure you were adequately prepared for the challenges ahead.

Claire, on the other hand, maintained a distant but watchful eye. She observed your progress from a surveillance room, occasionally sending messages and feedback to guide your training. The urgency of the mission and the looming threat of Umbrella kept her focused on the bigger picture.

As you tirelessly practiced, the training room became a reflection of your growth and determination. Sweat-soaked and breathless, you pressed on, each punch and shot bringing you closer to the level of expertise required for the mission.

The journey was challenging, but the sense of purpose and the support of your unlikely mentors fueled your commitment. Day by day, your movements became more fluid, your aim more precise, and your confidence in your abilities grew.

Your palms began to sweat as long with your forehead, you felt exhausted but knew to keep going. It's all for Leon.

Leon's name made you smile, but of course he in general made you smile. You began to blush and lowered your head from the security cameras; they were off, but you'd still hate to be watched as you were flustered.

You fixed your posture and stretched your arms, leaning your body from side to side as you pant like a dog. You turn away from the punching bag walking to your water bottle, almost tripping onto the gun you threw on the floor earlier.

You flopped onto the bench and grabbed onto the water bottle, trying to untighten the cap but failing miserably. "Damn it! Stupid hands..." You mutter, using your shirt to loosen it a bit. Still no luck, the cap was tightened on. "Why did I make it so tight?" You say to yourself, as you set it next to you and stare off into the distance.

You get startled from the sudden loud noise you hear from downstairs. Or you assume downstairs, knowing this building is so tall for something so hidden. Out of curiosity you stand up and walk out of the room, sliding the door and stepping out. As you close the door behind you the noise happened again, but it clearly sounded like laughter this time. You rose one eyebrow, cautiously tip toeing to the staircase.

As you approached the staircase, the sound of laughter became more pronounced.

Stepping onto the staircase, you descended quietly, making sure your footsteps didn't betray your presence. The laughter seemed to be emanating from a lower floor, growing louder with each step.

As you reached the bottom of the staircase, you found yourself in a dimly lit corridor. The laughter now had a distinct familiarity to it, and you recognized it as Leon's voice. Puzzled but intrigued, you followed the sound, maneuvering through the labyrinthine hallways of the secret facility.

Turning a corner, you discovered an unexpected scene. Leon, Claire, and Chris were gathered in a makeshift lounge area, sharing stories and laughter. The room was adorned with a few comfortable chairs, a small table, and dim ambient lighting. And someone else. There was a young female in the middle of them, grinning widely with her cute doe eyes. She looked young but was tall.

Upon seeing you, Leon's face lit up with a smile. "Hey there, Y/n! Join us," he gestured to an empty chair.

Claire and Chris greeted you warmly, and you hesitated for a moment before taking a seat among them. The atmosphere was surprisingly relaxed, a stark contrast to the intense training sessions and the urgency of the mission.