𝙏𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚𝙙 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙙𝙤𝙬𝙨

7

𝙳𝚎𝚊𝚛 𝚕𝚘𝚟𝚎,
𝚒'𝚖 𝚘𝚋𝚜𝚎𝚜𝚜𝚎𝚍 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚢𝚘𝚞
(𝚙𝚛𝚎𝚝𝚝𝚢 𝚕𝚒𝚎𝚜)

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Briana's  POV

The email arrived a week ago, a beacon of opportunity amidst the mundane routine of my previous job. Joining the narcotics bureau had been a dream of mine, and now, as I stood outside the imposing entrance, that dream was about to become a reality.

I approached the front desk, my heart pounding with excitement and nerves. "Could you point me towards Officer Ramirez's office?" I inquired, my voice betraying a hint of apprehension. The receptionist, a friendly woman with a warm smile, directed me to the first floor where Officer Ramirez, the head of the narcotics bureau, held court.

Ascending the staircase, I braced myself for the encounter that awaited me. As I reached the landing and approached Officer Ramirez's office, my anticipation turned to confusion at the unmistakable sounds emanating from behind the closed door.

With a hesitant knock, I braved the unknown, the groans and kissing moans fading into the background as the door swung open to reveal Officer Ramirez standing before me, a sheepish grin on his face. "Come in, Briana," he said, his voice tinged with amusement as he ushered me inside.

The office was a hive of activity, with officers diligently working at their stations, their faces illuminated by the glow of computer screens. I took in the scene, noting the camaraderie and sense of purpose that permeated the room.

Officer Ramirez led me to a secluded corner where a group of individuals had gathered, their faces a mix of curiosity and welcome. "Everyone, I'd like you to meet Briana," he announced, his tone brimming with pride. "She'll be joining us starting today."

As I glanced around the room, I took note of each teammate, committing their names and personalities to memory. There was Detective Sanchez, a seasoned investigator with a no-nonsense attitude, and Officer Patel, the tech-savvy whiz who could crack even the most encrypted codes with ease.

Next to them stood Officer Nguyen, the rookie of the group, eager to prove himself amidst his more experienced colleagues. And then there was the couple whose passionate embraces had greeted me earlier, Detectives Taylor and Reynolds, whose love for each other was only matched by their dedication to the job.

As Officer Ramirez continued with the introductions, I couldn't help but feel a sense of belonging wash over me. These were my teammates, my comrades in arms, and together, we would face whatever challenges came our way in the pursuit of justice.

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Joseph's POV

As I sat in the dimly lit hospital room, my body ached with every movement, a stark reminder of the dangers we faced on our latest mission. The bandages wrapped tightly around my torso and the bruises that adorned my skin served as tangible evidence of the battle we had fought against the criminal underworld.

Beside me, Detective Alvarez sat silently, his expression reflecting the weariness that weighed heavily upon us both. We had been through hell and back, but the fight was far from over.

With a sigh, I pushed myself upright, wincing at the sharp pain that shot through my injured leg. Despite the discomfort, there was work to be done, leads to follow, and justice to be served.

As we made our way to the narcotics bureau to retrieve the drug reports from our latest bust, my mind drifted to the task at hand. Little did I know that fate had other plans in store for me.

As we stepped into the bustling office, my gaze swept across the room, taking in the familiar faces of my colleagues. The air crackled with urgency, and my heart pounded in my chest as I scanned the chaos. And then, amidst the flurry of activity, I saw her.