"Secrets in the line of duty" (oc x canon)
In a small town, two bright high school students, Lieutenant Simon Riley and Detective Maria Rose, share a deep bond rooted in friendship and their ambitions of serving their country and community. As graduation approaches, they promise to stay in touch, but life takes them on different paths: Simon joins the military while Maria pursues a career in criminal investigation.
Years later, fate brings them together once again during a joint military and law enforcement training exercise aimed at bridging the gap between the two worlds. The tension is palpable as both struggle to keep their emotions in check while wearing their professional masks. The exercise, however, is marred by unforeseen complications as they uncover a hidden conspiracy that threatens both military and civilian lives.
As they dig deeper into the investigation, Simon and Maria are forced into a high-stakes scenario where teamwork becomes vital to their success. In their long nights spent planning and strategizing, the old chemistry rekindles, accompanied by unspoken feelings that hang in the air between them. They find solace in each other's company, sharing memories of their past and dreams of the future, but military regulations and the risk of jeopardizing their careers keep them from crossing the line into romance.
With the stakes rising, they draw closer together to face escalating threats both from within and outside the military. Some of their fellow soldiers grow suspicious of their relationship, leading to tensions within the unit. As personal and professional pressures mount, they must confront their feelings and the reality of their situation: to pursue love in a world that demands focus, discipline, and sacrifices.
Although they cannot openly express their love in the military, they forge a plan to meet again, willing to fight for both their careers and their hearts. Together, they step into the unknown, ready to face whatever comes next, united by the bonds of duty, and love.
