In your Arms

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Synopsis: Engfa and Charlotte as Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D

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Engfa and Charlotte had been sent on a mission to infiltrate a notorious criminal organization known for their dangerous weapons and technology. Engfa, with her extensive hacking skills, had been tasked with gaining access to their systems, while Charlotte, the resident scientist, was there to provide backup and analyze any potential threats.

The mission had started off smoothly, with Engfa successfully hacking into the organization's servers. But as they were making their way through the facility, they were suddenly ambushed by a group of armed guards.

Engfa tried to fight them off, but she was outnumbered and outgunned. She felt a sharp pain in her leg as one of the guards fired a bullet at her, and she fell to the ground, clutching her wound.

Charlotte rushed to her side, pulling out a first aid kit from her backpack. "Engfa, are you okay?" she asked, her voice full of concern.

Engfa gritted her teeth as Charlotte began to tend to her wound. "I'll be fine," she said through gritted teeth. "Just get us out of here."

Charlotte nodded, helping Engfa to her feet as they made their way through the facility. But as they reached the exit, they were met with even more guards, blocking their path.

Engfa knew that they were in trouble. She could feel the adrenaline pumping through her veins as she prepared for another fight. But then Charlotte stepped forward, holding up a device that she'd created earlier that day.

"This should buy us some time," Charlotte said, activating the device. A blinding light filled the room as an explosion rocked the building.

Engfa felt herself being lifted off her feet as debris rained down around them. She closed her eyes tightly, bracing herself for impact. But then she felt Charlotte's strong arms wrap around her, holding her close as they made their way through the chaos.

As they emerged from the building, battered and bruised but alive, Engfa knew that she owed everything to Charlotte's quick thinking and bravery.

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Engfa had always been a fighter. She'd been through hell and back, but nothing had ever prepared her for this. The mission had gone wrong, and she'd been left with a bullet wound in her leg. It was bad, and she knew it.

Charlotte had been by her side since the moment they'd returned to the base. She'd helped Engfa through the initial pain and shock, and now she was here, holding her hand as Charlotte lay in the hospital bed.

"How are you feeling?" Charlotte asked softly, her voice laced with concern.

Engfa winced as she tried to move her leg. "Not great," she admitted. "But I'll be okay."

Charlotte smiled gently. "I know you will be. But right now, you need to rest. Let me take care of you."

Engfa nodded, feeling a warmth spread through her chest at Charlotte's words. She'd always known that Charlotte cared for her, but lately, there had been something different between them. Something that Engfa couldn't quite put her finger on.

Charlotte moved to adjust the pillows behind Engfa's back, and Engfa felt herself relax into the softness of the bed. It was then that she noticed how close Charlotte was standing to her, and she couldn't help but feel a flutter in her stomach.

"Charlotte," she said softly, her voice barely above a whisper. "Can I ask you something?"

Charlotte turned to look at Engfa, her eyes full of concern. "Of course, anything."

Engfa hesitated for a moment before continuing. "Do you... Do you feel something between us?"

Charlotte's eyes widened slightly, and Engfa could see the hesitation in her expression. But then Charlotte smiled, and Engfa felt a glimmer of hope ignite within her chest.

"Fa," Charlotte said softly, taking Engfa's hand in hers. "I do feel something between us. And I want you to know that I care for you deeply."

Engfa felt tears prick at the corners of her eyes as Charlotte continued to speak, her words filling Engfa with a warmth that spread through her entire body. She knew that this was it - this was what she'd been waiting for all along.

As Charlotte leaned in to kiss Engfa gently on the lips, Engfa felt a sense of peace wash over her. She knew that this was where she belonged - in Charlotte's arms, surrounded by love and comfort in the midst of pain and uncertainty.

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