Forever- Simon Ghost Riley

Ep-8 "TaskForce 141"

"We'll meet again, don't know where, don't know when, but I know we'll meet again some sunny day."

Captain Price nodded, satisfied with her response. "Alright, let me know what he says. We could use someone with your talents."

Andrea thanked him and walked out of the room, lost in thought. She knew her father would likely have reservations about her joining a task force, but she also knew that he respected Captain Price's judgment. She made a mental note to approach the subject with him as soon as possible.

Later that day, Andrea found her father, General Shepherd, back at headquarters. He was immersed in paperwork, his face stern and focused. Andrea knocked on the door frame.

General Shepherd glanced up from his paperwork as Andrea knocked on the door frame of his office. His expression softened slightly at the sight of his daughter, but his demeanor remained businesslike.

"Andrea," he greeted her, setting aside the papers he had been reviewing. "What brings you here?"

"Dad, I need to talk to you about something important," Andrea began, stepping into the office and closing the door behind her. She took a deep breath, preparing herself to broach the topic that had been on her mind since Captain Price's proposition earlier.

General Shepherd motioned for her to take a seat across from his desk. "Of course, Andrea. What's on your mind?"

Andrea met his gaze, her own eyes reflecting determination mixed with a hint of apprehension. "Captain Price approached me today after the mission. He wants me to join Task Force 141."

General Shepherd's brow furrowed slightly, his expression unreadable for a moment. Task Force 141 was not a unit to be taken lightly-it represented the pinnacle of special operations, but also came with significant risks and responsibilities.

"And what did you tell him?" General Shepherd inquired, his voice measured.

"I told him I'd talk to you about it," Andrea replied earnestly. "Dad, I know this is a big decision. But Captain Price believes my skills could be valuable to the team. I want to make a difference, to be a part of something meaningful."

General Shepherd leaned back in his chair, studying his daughter intently. Andrea could sense the weight of his consideration, knowing he was weighing her desire for purpose against the dangers inherent in such a role.

"After everything that's happened, Andrea," General Shepherd began slowly, referring to the recent missions and the loss they had endured as a family, "I worry about putting you in harm's way. But I also understand your drive. Captain Price wouldn't have made this offer lightly."

Andrea nodded, appreciating her father's concern and respect for Captain Price's judgment. "I've trained for this, Dad. I'm ready."

General Shepherd sighed softly, a conflicted expression crossing his features. Finally, he met Andrea's gaze with a sense of resignation tinged with pride. "Alright, Andrea. If this is what you truly want, I won't stand in your way. But promise me you'll be careful. Task Force 141 is not like any other unit."

"I promise, Dad," Andrea replied, relief and determination mingling in her voice.

General Shepherd nodded once, his decision made. "Then go and make us proud."

Andrea smiled gratefully, feeling a surge of excitement and purpose as she stood up from her seat. She knew that joining Task Force 141 would be a challenge unlike any she had faced before, but it was a challenge she was ready to embrace, guided by her father's trust and Captain Price's belief in her abilities.