14. Over & Hurt

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In the dimly lit conference room at the station, the tension was palpable. Captain Andersen stood at the head of the table, flipping through the reports on Marcus Rosado while the rest of the team gathered around, their expressions a mix of determination and apprehension.

"Alright, everyone, we've got a solid lead on Marcus's location," Captain Andersen began, her voice steady despite the chaos swirling in her mind. "Thanks to Carlos, we know he's holed up at the docks. But we need to move fast; he won't stay there for long."

Kim exchanged a glance with Tim, the gravity of the situation weighing heavily on her. She knew this wasn't just about the case; it was personal. Marcus had threatened her mother, and she wouldn't let him get away with it.

"Any intel on how many men he has with him?" Nyla asked, her brow furrowed in concentration.

"Carlos said he's running with a few goons, but nothing we can't handle," Captain Andersen replied. "We'll have to approach carefully. We don't want to alert him."

As they went over the details, Kim felt her mother's eyes on her, a mix of pride and concern reflecting in her gaze. Finally, the meeting wrapped up, and Captain Andersen motioned for Kim to step outside with her.

"Kim, can we talk for a moment?" her mother asked, her tone softer now that they were away from the team.

"Of course, Mom," Kim said, her heart racing. She was grateful for the moment alone, even though the weight of their roles as captain and officer loomed large.

"I know this is personal for you," Captain Andersen said, her voice low. "But you need to be careful. Marcus is dangerous, and I don't want to lose you."

Kim felt a lump in her throat. "I can handle this, Mom. I need to do this. He threatened you, and I can't let him get away with it."

"I understand, but please promise me you'll be cautious. I don't want to see you hurt." Her mother's eyes glistened with emotion, and for a brief moment, Kim felt the familiar pull of her childhood—her mother was not just a captain but a parent who loved her fiercely.

"I promise, Mom. I'll be careful," Kim said, leaning in for a quick embrace. "But I can't back down. Not now."

"Just... come back to me in one piece, okay?" Captain Andersen murmured, pulling back to search her daughter's eyes for assurance.

"Always," Kim replied, steeling herself for what lay ahead. As she stepped away, she felt a renewed sense of determination.

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The team assembled outside the warehouse, ready for action. Kim, Tim, Nyla, Angela, and Jackson formed a tight circle, their expressions serious.

"Okay, here's the plan," Kim said, taking charge. "Tim and I will take point. Nyla and Angela, you cover our backs. Jackson, stay on the lookout for any potential escape routes. We can't let Marcus slip away again."

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