Among Heroes

by Writer Noire

A former thief with a past riddled in mistakes is drawn back into the uprise of Overwatch for his old friend. See how one man begins to find his place in their ranks and become the hero he never intended to be. Reviews needed

49. Numbani, The Good and Bad

The dark house on the street sent nerves down Akande's back but he steeled himself quickly. The meeting was only between him and Gideon. Though having several Talon guards wasn't bad idea.

"Sir is this really wise? Meeting face to face?" A soldier asked.

"Do not worry. Gideon is a man of business first and possible enemy second. And I still believe in our agreement that will come through."

"Then why are you having us be placed over the area."

"A back up plan. Should things get violent I will have you and your squad be at the ready. Now get ready and don't worry. Things will be fine."

The soldier nodded before putting on his helmet. Akande fixed his cufflinks and stopped in front of the house. Aryt and Moonlark stood at the front door and greeted the legendary Doomfist. "We've been expecting you."

"Good and your boss?"

"The dining hall." Akande walked in and let Moonlark lead the way. Aryt stayed behind and took notice of movement near the gates. His muscles twitched before a hand was put on his shoulder.

Footsteps echoed the hallway as Akande opened the door and saw Gideon eating. The room was well lit and food was placed on the table. Akande walked up and pulled a chair.

"Good evening Gideon."

"To you as well Akande. Please sit and enjoy yourself." Gideon put down his fork and wiped a smudge of sauce off his lips. The two had a quiet dinner as Akande watched Gideon. His eyes were focused on the roasted duck and he had no sense of urgency behind them.

"Business Akande?"

"Yes. Recently with your success of taking down Overwatch's prestigious leaders and one of their strongest agents came to my attention. A few days later you seemed to have lost that agent but somehow acquired a new one."

"Indominus, yes. He is one of the most skilled people I know and one I believe will spell the end of Overwatch as it is."

Akande gripped his fork. "That being said, Noah Bastian seems to be the first of his lists."

"Eliminating the closest one to Burr is a smart idea. And Widowmaker does not count. I find it more appealing that we eliminate him as soon as possible with how we're beginning to run things."

"You seem afraid of him."

"Justly. I'm not afraid to admit that having one as skilled as Burr, who I remind you was the equivalent of Gerard Lacroix, for that matter run around. Besides I've kept my eye them since they were once part of the criminal underbelly year ago."

The two fell into a brief silence as Akande took a sip of his wine. "I've read his file from the Talon archives and found some merit to your word. Burr and him were one of the top thieves with a knack of pulling impossible jobs like the one on King's Row nine years ago."

"Or the fact that they broke into Vishkar at it's most secure time."

"Didn't your agent Symmetra stop them." Gideon clenched his fist fist tightly and his demeanor shifted.

"On that note, yes. Symmetra was able to stop even nearly kill them, but they escaped and ended up raising up Overwatch from the ground up."

"Burr did that, not Noah. He was a recent member"

"Did also notice when Noah did join: your most reliant weapons dealer captured and died, the Deadlock gang ended up exposed forcing your hand to salvage what data you had, charmed your head hacker to his side, took out a fair portion of your forces in Egypt, survived three months of torture under your head assassin of whom later betrayed you, and escaped the utter annihilation of your strongest base leaving your scraps to resort to me."

Akande's gaze hardened at the points being made.

"Face it the facts don't lie. Noah Bastian has replaced Burr as the bigger threat and with Overwatch on his side again we can't afford not to worry. And did I mention this took place in five months. What can he do to you in six months? A year?"

"You're overhyping him. He must have extreme luck."

"Perhaps, but you won't really know that until you put him to the test."

"I suppose this test is the reason you have Indominus gunning for him. Given how good Bastian apparently is then how does Indominus fare." Gideon smirked before slamming his foot down. Akande saw half of his men hanging upside down. Akande snapped his fingers and the rest bursted in.

Their guns were trained on Gideon with Akande holding his hand up. Then a burst of smoke filled the room and gunfire went off. Akande couldn't see but hear his men scream. Bones breaking, bodies hitting the floor, and a figure moving fast through out. With the smoke clearing, Akande saw the rest of his men on the floor with some dead and others wounded.

A heavy foot landed on the table and Akande looked up to see Indominus standing there with a Talon soldier in his grasp.

"How do I fare now old man?" He tossed the soldier out the window where a loud crash was heard. Gideon clapped proudly and stood up.

Akande looked around him and the look of shock melted away. Slowly a grin took its place and followed by a booming laugh. Indominus looked at him questionably.

"I can see the appeal. Gideon, how certain are you that he can eliminate your problem?"

"Very certain." Gideon replied.

Doomfist grinned as he looked over the assassin. "Quick, powerful, and able to clear a room. I can see great potential, but why should it be wasted on someone like Bastian."

Gideon shrugged. "Fight him and get a taste for yourself. I'll even let you use Indominus when I send him to Numbani."

"Numbani?" Gideon nodded.

"A recent arms deal went wrong and I believe Overwatch may have had a hand in it. If they manage to break into our files then they know about my clients wanting to get rid of a certain Omnic in that city."

"And you're certain about him being there."

"If my hawk failed her job then yes. I'm a betting man that he'll be there. So why don't you go there yourself and be ready. Besides if it's any other agent, you can just kill them yourself. It's no skin off my nose."

Akande mulled the idea before agreeing to it. "I want to see the man behind the mask." The assassin looked at Gideon to whom nodded. One of his fingers pressed against a button on the visor which lifted up.

Akande's face showed the greatest amount of surprise. Then his mouth formed a maniacal system as he laughed again. Gideon and the assassin listened to Akande's laughter echo throughout the chamber and almost shook the china.

"You are going to be spectacular. I never thought you'd come back like this especially with how I heard how you escaped Nepal." Indominus closed the visor and jumped down from the table as Akande stood next to him. "Now come, we have many plans to put out."

0-0-0-0-0

It was dark and cold. She was familiar with this feeling. The metallic walls closing in on her and she could barely move. It was odd though. She accepted this feeling. Her golden eyes closed slowly as the walls began to press against her. Perhaps the tight grip of death will finally claim her.

"Améile!" A voice echoed. Immediately the walls pulled away and light poured in. She covered her eyes as she tried looking up.

"Gerard?" She weakly asked. The figure in the light shook their head before stepping into it fully.

"Burr!" The french woman ran up and hugged her lover. His arms wrapped around her and cold feeling melted away. Warmth instead ran through her and she could feel her own heartbeat.

"Mon Dieu! I thought we lost you. After hearing about what happened, I-" He shushed her with a finger. He didn't say anything except for her name and just kept looking at her with his welcoming eyes.

"Je'taime Burr." She whispered.

"You left me to die." She felt everything stop in its place. The assassin pulled back as Burr's eyes turned white. "You left me to die." His body went cold.

"No, no, I didn't! I was injured, I couldn't have done anything!"

"You left me to die." His monotone voice continued.

"No! Please understand I couldn't have done anything!" White smoke poured into the room and swirled around them. Burr swayed back and forth as it snaked onto his neck. "What was I supposed to do?!"

"Make sure I didn't end up like Gerard." He stepped forward. "Followed the rescue party. Save me."

"I couldn't." She said to him or moreso herself. Burr took another step forward and blood poured from his forehead. Bruises took form on his torso. Pain was etched on his face. Yet he kept a calm expression.

"I am dying. I am dying and you won't save me, but how could you? I should regret it. In fact I regret saving you all those years ago. I regret letting you into my life!"

"Shut up. Shut up!"

"I regret forgiving you after you tortured my best friend, my brother for months. I regret every wasted bit of affection because I know in the end, you're nothing but an emotionless husk of skin."

"You don't mean that." She sobbed. Her lover picked up a gun and pointed it at her. "Are you actually-"

"I give you all this and the moment I need you more than ever, you weren't there." He growled. Améile crawled toward him before grabbing his hand and placing it on her forehead. "You know it too. You could've done something."

"If you want to kill me for failing you then do it!" She screamed. Burr grinned sadistically at her.

"Of course." He suddenly put the gun against his temple and pulled the trigger. She watched bits of skull and gray matter fly out as he fell to the ground with a smoking gun.

"NO!" She screamed and picked him up. A chunk of his head was missing and she cradled his body. Her tears mixed with his blood as they fell onto his face. "Please, please, please don't leave me. I don't know what to do without you."

"Funny, isn't it." Another voice behind her said. She stopped holding him and turned to see Gideon. His eyes were dull and lifeless, but his smile carried so much malice behind it. She growled before tearing the gun from Burr's limp hand and holding it up.

"You did this! You killed him!" He raised his hands in surrender and shook his head. "Yes, you did! You tortured him, broke him, he would never say those things to me!"

"Why would you say that to me? I didn't murder him." he blinked and saw Burr looking up at her, the barrel of the gun pointed at his head.

"Améile? Please don't kill me. You...you wouldn't let it happen again."

"Look at him. Begging on his knees when he should be dead." A dark voice called out. Shadowy figures began to surround her. "He's no better than the targets you've killed."

"No better than of us. He's a manipulator." Her aim was between his eyes.

"You need to do something." Hot air tickled her ear lobe. The bullet laid dormant in the chamber. Her eyes watching his panicked features and noticing every drop of sweat down his cheek.

"You need to stop him once and for all." She couldn't stop her finger from touching the trigger.

"Become who you were before. He's no longer here to prevent your true nature from coming out. Do it."

"Burr wanted to take you away to make you "better". He wanted to change you. Stop being who truly are. Do it."

He moved his lips but no sound came out. Still she could it. It read, Améile don't do it. I love you.

"You know who you are. Say it."

"I-I am…" Her voice was wavering. The shadows wrapped their hands around hers and held her still. Their taunts became more encouraging as she squeezed the trigger. And a bright flash filled her vision. Then a hand grabbed her. "WIDOW!"

"OW!" The white light dimmed and she found herself with her fist out. "Jesus Christ Widow, I'm just making sure you're okay!"

"Noah." She whispered. Suddenly all that energy from her dream was drained from her. The gun in her hand was missing. "Sorry."

"I heard you talking to yourself and wanted to check on you. Nightmares?"

"Why do you care?" Noah looked at her and sighed.

"Look. I don't know you as I probably should, but you're Burr's girlfriend and with the added benefit of not remembering everything about you I kind of lost all my reason to hate you."

"Didn't stop you before at the hotel." Noah rubbed the back of his head.

"Oh that. I was going crazy from...something else. It doesn't matter. Look I'm just saying I'd like for us to talk and possibly be friends. After all if things were serious between you and Burr-"

She cut him off. "It's none of your concern. It was just a bad dream."

"Don't go writing me off not understanding." He picked up the blanket she kicked off and put it on her shoulders. She didn't refuse as he picked up other items. Bottles of water, cracked coffee mug, magazines Lena dropped off. "I've begun remembering and with what I know now, I know nightmares intimately."

"How so? You're an amnesiac."

"I said I don't remember everything, doesn't mean I can't or haven't remember some things. Especially one's where you've beaten me." Her eyes widened as Noah picked up a mug. "Just looking at you, my body tenses and I want to hurt you so badly. Still I want to trust Burr that you've changed."

A few minutes passed before Améile sighed. "How do you deal with the nightmares?" Noah grinned as she seemed to let her guard down. He picked a few more things and placed them on her bedside.

"Talk to friends, family, confidants. And if talkings not your thing then being around them is good enough."

"I'm barely friends with anyone. The doctor likes me to a small point, Winston tolerates me, and McCree believes he has an idea. Everyone else doesn't. Even that foolish girl with all her pep keeps me at a distance. If I wasn't dating Burr then I would be outcasted." It was understandable to think that.

"Then I'll be added to your friends list."

"You can't be serious."

"I am. You can say I forgive you in a sense." She went still for a second before looking at him like it was the most foolish thing she's heard.

"I know you can't mean that. You shouldn't forgive so easily. Especially after what I've done."

Noah's face went from relaxed to serious. "In a way you're right. I can't, but I'm doing my best to make things easier. And if that requires me to be a friend to someone who I've been told tortured me for three months then so be it."

"Noah, stop."

"Dark days are here Widow. Everyone can feel it and now more than ever is the time for unity. I won't forget what you've done to me, but I'm holding every sick thought back so we can work together. And if that means being a friend or at least an ally then so be it. Besides we both could use more friends."

The assassin didn't say anything as Noah walked out. Before he left he tossed up something in the air. Widow caught it and it was the phone. The wallpaper was where it showed Burr and Widow sharing a kiss.

She held it close to her chest.

0-0-0-0-0

The morning after Noah sat at the table for breakfast. He sat alone, but Lena and McCree joined him. Fareeha came in later, but Hana was with whispering something in her ear. He took note of her cute blush before seeing Angela come in with Mei. The doctor's eyes had darker circles than yesterday. That's when he darted his eyes back to his food.

"You ok luv?"

"Fine Lena. Just a little tired from helping Angela with Genji's recovery." He saw McCree's eyes move to Hanzo who was eating with Symmetra and Sombra. Noah noticed that he sat alone too, but it seems Sombra wants to make a new friend along with the engineer. Granted she would want that table the furthest across from Lucio.

"Yeah I heard the doc had to put Genji underneath a Level 4 purge."

"Yeah, we really don't want him turning against us...again." Noah unconsciously rubbed some of the faded bruises. Lena gave a nod of agreement as Jesse nodded harder. "Like I don't want to fight him again, ever, in any life."

"Nah come on you can do sparring sessions."

"Sparring sessions." Noah's voice cracked and got a giggle from Lena. "I can do that. Him not holding back, never! Plus I really hope that new guy isn't as powerful as I think he is."

Jesse's jovial smirk fell at that mention. "Yeah. I didn't even see him knock you down. The only ones quick enough do something like that was Widow or Burr and for him that took extensive training from her. Everyone else needs an enhancement."

"New guy?" Lena asked.

"He calls himself Indominus. Reminded me of that overpowered dinosaur from that really old movie." Noah said as he touched his chest. The foot was so heavy on his chest. "He didn't kill me since his orders were to watch Aryt and Moonlark."

"Whoever he is, he's got state of the art armor. Probably make the top of line gear look obsolete. I warned Ana and now I think she's making countermeasures with Torbjorn and Reinhardt on it."

Lena whistled. "Sounds like he's got you spooked."

"True. He seemed so calm when Hanzo and I aimed at him. Like he knew we wouldn't shoot or he'll kill Noah right then and there."

"Yeah still we all have to keep an eye out." Noah said. The atmosphere was almost tense before Lena poked Noah's jello. It jiggled slightly and Noah chuckled at her attempt to alleviate the situation.

He looked up and saw Fareeha approach. Lena and McCree gave Noah a sly look as they scooted just enough for Fareeha to sit down. "Uh morning Noah."

"Morning Fareeha." The soldier took a seat and though it was a good attempt, Noah could see Hana and Lucio giving her a thumbs up. "So how goes your morning."

"Fine, I went out for a jog around the base. And Angela's going to need me for more blood tests. It's going to be a long day. If you're not doing anything perhaps we could watch those movies you proposed."

Lena gave a small, "ooh." Noah did his best not to smack the Brit for making this conversation a bit harder. "Actually yeah, but I got a few training drills to do with Sombra and Tracer. They're gonna help me with the teleporting move."

Fareeha's gaze went from flustered to genuinely approving. "Yes that is a good point. You recently developed it, no?"

"Yeah well I always used the translocators for groceries before and even so reluctantly used them if I was ever late. So my experience isn't the best. But it means that me and Lena can work on some cool tag team moves."

"Hell yeah!" Lena said excitingly as they shared a high five. Fareeha felt a smile creep on her face as she saw the two.

"Hey, Noah. I wanted to thank you for the massage yesterday." Out the corner of Noah's eye he could see Ana raise an eyebrow. He didn't even see her enter the cafeteria. "It really helped."

McCree let out a sly whistle and Noah could feel a hot blush begin to appear.

"You're welcome."

"Could you actually…" She stopped and saw Jesse and Lena not so subtly leaning in. She glanced at them with a small glare to which the two turned away. "I mean you don't have to but I'd like-"

"Of course. I mean it helped so I would gladly do it again." Noah quickly answered. Fareeha nodded just fast enough to seem normal despite what her mind was going to.

"Thanks." The two suddenly focused hard on the eggs on their plate.

'You were so chill despite you knocking her out when she went crazy? The hell is wrong with you?'

'Great, just one stupid massage and now I'm blushing like a schoolgirl. Why can't I be chill like hi-Wait is he blushing? He totally is! He's thinking about...oh god no. If I end up saying that thing again then I'm just gonna-'

"Noah." He turned and saw Angela above him. The two looked up and saw the doctor. Her eyes looked more relaxed than they were before. And Fareeha could see something behind the casual glance and it looked...hungry. She was a green turtleneck which covered her neck, something Noah was grateful for. "I came by to once again thank you for helping me with Genji. He should make a full recovery within the week."

"Oh is he up for visitors?"

"Not yet. I have to run more tests to see if the purge was successful and to isolate the nanites within his body that run similarly with Fareeha's." The captain then remembered her little condition. She clenched her fist tightly and let out an angry breath.

Angela and Fareeha noticed Noah put a hand on top of hers and patted it. Angela looked at Fareeha and grinned at the blush. She saw an open space next to Noah and slid right there. Sombra was watching this and subtly took a picture.

"So no." McCree answered.

Angela gave an iffy sign before diving into her food. Noah wanted to say something before seeing a little bit of bright red under her collar. He went quiet immediately and bit into his grits.

"Angela at what point should I come for treatment?"

"I say within a few more hours. Mei woke up early and told me she would be testing the new batch on the first blood pints we drew from you. Once we can conclude it'll work for you, we'll do the for Genji and once we confirm the batch is clean and works I can begin within the next few hours."

"Of course. And what shall I do until then? Any tips?"

The doctor pondered on that question. Noah kept quiet as she answered. "Relax. I would take this time to relax. Your mother has given you free reign of the base within reason. For now I would take this time to not only train, but relax your body. I know you've been working hard these past few days."

Fareeha glanced at her knuckles. They hardened during her training. "Of course. I'll consider it."

"And Noah…" Angela started. He was drinking when he turned to her and seeing a glance at the predator behind those blue eyes. "We have unattended business to take care of. I'd appreciate the effort."

Noah spat out his water and hit Lena. "Oi what the hell?!"

"Sorry Lena." Noah coughed. Fareeha noticed Angela giving off a more intense vibe today.

"Actually Noah, I would like to have you around and tell me about your mission. I didn't get to hear all of it yesterday." She hooked her hand around Noah and slightly pulled him closer.

Angela let out her mirth before sliding closer. "You can tell her about it later."

"You had a few movies in mind?" Fareeha quickly interjected. Noah felt his mind go dizzy as the two were pressing against him. He saw McCree giving a nod of pity with a smile. Lena wiped herself dry with a few napkins and looked at Noah like a sibling that knows the other is in trouble.

"We were interrupted, wouldn't you like to finish up on your next closest chance." Angela leaned in closer but her focus switched to Fareeha.

"I'd like that massage now!" Fareeha interjected.

"I think it can wait." Angela said more forcefully. The two glared at each other and couldn't believe the amount of tension between them. "Noah, what do you think?"

"I-I-I, uh, I mean-" Noah stuttered as Angela tugged suggestively at her collar. The hickey was shown more. Fareeha's strong body pressed against his. Her breath tickled his neck.

"I got a training session with Sombra and Lena!" Noah said out loudly before trying to signal at the two subjects. Sombra shrugged before getting up.

"He's right. I need to show him some proper tips on using the translocators."

Symmetra huffed. "I don't know why. He seems capable enough learning from one of you." Sombra put a hand on her shoulder and shook her head. Lena rushed to his side and pulled Noah away.

"Yeah we do need to work on those new moves. I feel the next mission we'll really get Gideon and this new guy of his." Lena stated before pulling Noah away. Fareeha and Angela sat dumbfounded by the quick excuse.

The two watched Noah, Lena, and Sombra disappear as Jesse couldn't hold it any longer and hit the table hard while laughing. The pair looked right at him, but their glares couldn't shush the cowboy.

Fareeha turned around and saw her mother holding up her phone. It was recording everything. "Don't worry Fareeha, you'll be fine!"

The soldier quickly stuffed her maw with food and walked off. Her embarrassment and Plan B just went down the hole with Angela parading around some bruise.

"Though I never seen a bruise that re…" She stopped as she dropped her tray down. Her heart started pumping hard as the doctor dropped her tray off.

"Fareeha?" Angela asked. The captain just stood there for a second before putting a finger on the doctor's collar. She pulled it down to see the hickey entirely.

"Oh." Fareeha said softly. Angela felt shy as the secret was revealed, but saw Fareeha's gaze drop. "I see he's already spoken for."

"Wait, what?"

"No, no I get it." She stepped back. "I wish you would've told me or else we wouldn't have made that scene in the mess hall. I understand now. I will leave you two to it."

"Wait, Fareeha, you think me and Noah are in a relationship?"

The captain didn't answer at first. She stood there and swallowed dryly. "I mean clearly he's left something to indicate that. I probably should've guessed especially since we both do have feelings for him."

Angela saw the heartbreak in Fareeha's eyes as she swung back and forth gently. The two were out in the hallway now. They somehow moved out and now the doctor was watching one her best friends just look utterly defeated.

"I should get going." Fareeha muttered. Angela watched the soldier back off and away with just a few seconds later holding her wrist.

"Wait. I must apologize for both this and what happened earlier. Maybe it doesn't have to work that way. This needs Noah's permission, but I've been thinking about this for awhile."

Fareeha looked at her confused before her eyes widened at the implication.

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"AH!" Noah fell onto the ground with Tracer standing on top of him.

"You seem distracted luv." The Brit held out her hand and he gladly took it.

"Yeah what's with that?" Sombra asked. Noah was up on his feet and looked at the blade.

It was beginning to wear down and a dull blade is the last thing he needs. "Nothing just working out the kinks on teleporting. I tried it in Japan and felt like I was going to puke my guts out."

"Eh don't worry about it. I got the same thing."

"And you don't have to worry about possibly disappearing forever." Lena added. The two turned to her for a second, but the Brit blinked to the other side of the mat and held the blade in her fingers.

"Alright let's try this again." She said. The pilot threw the blade through the air and Noah snapped his fingers. He appeared right behind the test bot and sliced its head off. It was a clean cut but as Noah congratulated himself his footing slipped and he fell right on his face.

"Your balance is off." Sombra said. She pulled him up and brushed off the dust. "Know where your feet will be and plant yourself firmly there once you feel the ground under your feet."

Lena blinked next to him. "Plus you need to relax. Going in and out with jumbled nerves will really get you down."

"Sure." Noah said as he put the blade away. He sat on the floor tired. Sombra patted him on the back.

"Want to learn something else?" He didn't reply at first as Sombra slipped his bracelet off. She pulled it down and formed the gauntlet. The hacker pressed a tiny button and heard a hum. Noah watched her stretch her palm and grew intrigued by the blue glow illuminating it.

Lena titled her head before it formed into a ball. Sombra smirked and punched it hard. The ball traveled across the room and hit the training bot. A mini-explosion erupted from it and they felt the force from it.

"Liked that?" Sombra asked. Noah slowly nodded and Lena tried not to keep her jaw from dropping. "Well I see you didn't know about that upgrade."

Noah racked his brain remember firing something at his demons. Then again that was a hallucination. "What exactly did you do?"

Sombra tossed the bracelet back and made Noah face the ruined wall. "Simple. Hold the hand out, curl your fingers to form a small ball, press the small trigger on your wrist and charge."

Noah hit the button and heard the same hum. A blue ball appeared and floated on Noah's palm. He looked at it with awe and slowly made a fist. The ball caved in and disappeared. He looked at the training bot and suddenly thrust his hand out.

A blue beam fired out and hit the training bot next to it. Sombra whistled in surprise as Lena was giddy at the new ability. "Holy shite! Noah this is so cool!"

"Y-Yeah. Guess I can use more than just guns."

"Depends on the buildup. Charge it for some time and you can kill just about anybody, but do it quickly and you might knock someone over." Sombra said. "It took me sometime to find the right people for this, but at least you know I gave you more than just a piece of armor that can be quite the fashion."

"Thanks Sombra." Noah said gratefully. The trio just took a moment to assess the damage when the heard the door open.

"Sombra, Ana has requested your presence along with Symmetra's for preparation of today's meeting. The information you collected needs to be sorted." Sombra looked at her before giving a solid nod. She waved a goodbye to Noah and Lena before disappearing.

"And Lena, Emily's calling again. Something about an upcoming event."

Noah saw Lena's eyes go wide open and her face going pale. "Our anniversary! We still have to plan a month in advance! Thanks Ange!" The pilot blinked away as the doctor chuckled.

She turned to Noah who was reforming his gauntlets back to bracelets. The two looked at each other before noah blushed at her neck. The turtleneck did a good enough job hiding it from others but Noah might as well be seeing it in plain view.

"Look Angela I didn't want things to look to weird at the cafeteria that's why I-"

"Left. I understand that and I also must apologize for putting you in that position. I imagine that's not how you wanted to start of your day."

"Actually it started two eggs and a cup of yogurt." Angela tried not to laugh, but couldn't go through with it.

Noah joined her and the room echoed with their laugh but angela was the first to put it under control. "You always crack a joke."

"You know I always will despite the circumstance. Now you said you had something to tell me."

The doctor took a moment to think before the idea returned. "Yes I did. It's about us or rather all three of us."

"Oh...look Angela I swear I'll make a choice, but with everything right now and quite honestly with how things are I don't think I can choose. I mean I can, but that would seem to-"

Her finger pressed against his lips to shush him. "As adorable as you ramble, I'm not here for your choice. In fact you won't have to make one."

"Wait,what're you saying? Cause from her it sounds like you're okay with me and Fareeha."

"And you and me. You have a big heart Noah and I know you're not one to hurt those closest to you. So what if I said you wouldn't have to."

Noah was so happy not to be drinking anything or else he would've spit that out. "Angela! Are you insane?! How did you get to a poly solution!"

"Are you saying no?" She asked with a flash of sadness.

"Yes! I mean no...I mean this is crazy Angela!" Noah backed off. "An idea like this sounds great especially to guys who have no idea what the hell they're asking, but what happens when it actually happens. Things like this are hard to maintain and the repercussions could be hurt more than anything.."

The doctor saw his body language was trying to decipher it. Shaky with possible excitement or fear. Eyes darting between the door and her, it could be the expectation that Fareeha may be outside.

"I don't mind it Noah. She's one of my best friends and I love that you make her happy. She's the only exception to what this is."

"Angela, do you have any idea how...how can I say no or yes to something so out there. I mean I heard of poly relationships, but how can-"

She shushed him with a gentle kiss. She was warm and calm compared to his more clammy state. He reached up and held her sides. Suddenly it felt like all this worry just left and went somewhere else. He pushed slightly against her, but she knew it wasn't the right time. Pulling away Angela held a solemn look.

"The choice is yours in the end. I just wanted you to know that maybe it could work it for all of us."

"Would you and Fareeha really go that far for something not really, you know…"

"These types of relationships happen more often than you think. I know how feel for the both of us and you know where we stand. At least think about it."

Noah looked a little distraught before Angela put a hand on his shoulder. "Now come on there's an actual meeting we should prepare for."

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The room was filled with murmuring of whispers. Noah was still mulling over what Angela just suggested. Speaking of which, the two were across the room with Angela showing a new chart she's arranged for the treatments.

McCree and Junkrat were sitting next to him as he held the coffee cup in his hands. The Junker was holding his arm in a cast but was happily chatting away with Lucio and Hana. McCree was trying to strike up a conversation with Hanzo, but the Japanese man barely glanced at the cowboy to which Jesse didn't care.

Everyone stopped as Sombra, Symmetra, Reinhardt, and Ana walked in. The first three took their seats as Ana cleared her throat.

"Good afternoon. Let's begin today's meeting with an update from the arms deal that was dealt with two days ago. The data Sombra and Symmetra were able to recover gave us the reason why these weapons were transferred to Numbani." Ana stated as a holographic image of a green Omnic appeared. "An Or-15 has been appearing and reappearing on the news as an official guardian of Numbani. It goes by Orisa and was brought out by one Efi Oladele, a prodigal genius in mechanics and one of the survivors from Doomfist's assualt years ago."

"So you want us to go stop an attack on an Omnic and child?" Noah asked.

Ana nodded. "It stands to reason that if Vishkar has been sending weapons out to take out a powerful Omnic then we are to assume it will be quite the powerful ally."

"Hold up ally? Ana, what're you suggesting?"

"Even with Genji's return we still are missing Winston, Burr, and Jack. Our ranks in agents need to grow."

"And the child?" Reinhardt asked.

Ana took a deep breath. "I am against recruiting a child into our fold, but she is the only one that can possibly maintain Orisa. And I assume they're a package deal. If it comes to that then I would put her behind the lines. Gideon may begin to escalate his moves more and I'm more than willing to compromise with my standards."

"We also have to keep an eye out for his newest player." McCree said.

Ana got the idea and flipped over to a video. "We're lucky that Zenyatta was able to record this within his databanks.."

The entire team watched as Indominus landed on the ground and speak out loud. Fareeha examined the armor and pondered on it. "That's impressive body armor. Athena, have you broken it down to what it may be?"

-Certainly. Examining the video footage has revealed and with Symmetra's input the body armor is composed of a titanium dipped alloy outer shell for outward protection, kevlar with the first underlayer for if the first layer, components of a possibly experiment fluid that enables more mobility and speed, and basic cloth on the last layer. The tactical visor seen here is of unknown origin. Though its function might be most comparable to Commander Morrison's.-

Everyone eyed each other nervously. Widowmaker watched as he took down Noah in one fluid movement. Her eyebrows scrunched as she watched that. "He's fast. And those moves are some of Talon's most used tactics. Actually it's one of the moves I would use."

Ana pondered on this. "I will arrange a small investigation on his identity. Does he remind you of anyone?"

"None off the top of my head. We had many capable fighters in Talon, but after the mountain base and the pockets we've eliminated I can't recognize anyone else who would know those moves."

Sombra stepped in. "I've still got a list of Talon agents from before. I can lead this investigation with Widow and Symmetra."

"Me?" The hacker turned to her and nodded.

"He's running around in what we all know is Vishkar tech. And I also have a theory that one of your employees could've been a former Talon agent. We can run a scan asap on your coworkers." Symmetra looked hesitant at this as Sombra turned to Ana. "So who're you sending in the mean time?"

"A good portion of us are still recovering." Fareeha stiffened. "So I would like some of the returning party to return to field soon."

Noah and McCree raised their hand. "We'll head to Numbani."

"I wish to stand by my student and I believe his brother wishes the same." Hanzo gave a small nod at Ana who understood.

"Anyone else?"

Lena raised her hand high to which Ana chuckled. Angela raised her hand up as well. Ana raised an eyebrow.

"Dr. Ziegler? Don't you have work on helping two of our agents."

"Mei-Ling and I have managed to formulate a new strain of nanobots to counteract Gideon's. I've treated Fareeha with it and her blood seems to be purged of the nanites. I'd like to have Fareeha on the field with us to confirm her return to duty."

"Angela you do know how risky that is." Fareeha looked at her mother with surprise.

"Mother I believe in Angela as should you. Let me do this." The elder Amari looked at her daughter and then Angela.

"I want close observation. Freeha, I hate to do this on you, but you must travel with a partner. McCree, Noah, or Lena on ground and Angela in the air with you." Ana said.

"Of course, mother." Fareeha said.

McCree patted Noah on the back. "We head to Numbani."

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Two days after the plans were made, Noah zipped up his hoodie. Considering that Numbani is under the equator then that means this first half of the year is cooler than the warm climate up north. Granted it wasn't snowing, but the chill was similar to Washington. And it was a good thing Noah brought a few more jackets on him.

Honestly it was nice to be out again. Noah stretched as he stepped out of the drop ship. Numbani was a very helpful ally to Overwatch with their goal of peace between Omnics and humans aligning. As such they were given a more warm and open welcome.

"Ah McCree, company."

"Greetings Governor Asha." McCree was appointed team leader for this mission so he was suppose to greet them.

"It is a pleasure to see you in our lovely city again. Is Burr not joining you today?"

"Burr is currently on hold with other duties. We actually came by because we heard of some weapons deal that leads here."

"Oh. Is there anyone you suspect that may be behind it?"

"Not particularly. The other reason we're here today is because we finally got around to adding another member to our roster. Does the name Orisa ring a bell?"

Noah saw the Governor's eyes light up at the name. "Ah yes the Omnic that has protected our fair city for two good years. After Burr came here and helped Orisa, we have helped her out in protecting our people. I'm happy to hear that Orisa may join your ranks."

She looked around and saw the rest. "Miss Tracer, Dr. Ziegler, Miss Amari, and…" She stopped at Noah who awkwardly waved.

"Is he new?"

"Um, yeah. These past two years with Talon out the way has allowed us to stretch legs more and bring more into our fold. This is Noah Bastian."

"An honor to meet you ma'am." Noah held his hand out and the Governor shook his hand wholeheartedly.

"Wonderful to meet you as well. Now McCree our taxi system will take you to one of our finest hotels."

"Is it the one we requested?" The Governor nodded.

"Specially notified of your return and the place may look a little different. We renovated the building to be more welcoming."

McCree nodded and everyone lifted their luggage. They entered the taxi and silently drove down. Noah looked out the window and was in awe of the place. Time has only improved this marvel of the city. Technologically advanced, environmentally friendly, and more tolerant to Omnics than any other place. It was probably the closest thing to a utopia.

Then again how long can a place like this be perfect. Nothing lasts forever.

On that thought, Noah saw Angela and Fareeha whispering to each other. He didn't want to pry so he tried to ignore him, but his senses couldn't help but hear them.

"-I'm saying you have to be assertive once it starts."

"Still how can it happen. And wouldn't you-"

"What happens, happens. I'm just saying that's what you should do if it happens." Fareeha noticed Noah looking and he quickly diverted his attention back to the window.

"McCree is the hotel really renovated?" Lena asked as she leaned against Noah. He could see her texting Emily. He smirked at the memes the redhead was sending.

"Should be." The taxi slowed down as the agents looked at the building they parked in front of. It was a model building to say the least. It stood several stories high with a smooth exterior. Dark blue and gold decorated the glass and they all stood in awe.

Lena and Noah pulled out their phones and took a few pictures. McCree whistled at the scale of it. "I wonder if the employees are the same."

They walked into the building with the room decorated with luxury. Noah saw breakfast bars, tiny bistros, and omnics and humans working hard together. They approached an omnic at the front desk.

The omnic looked up and its gear whirred. "A pleasure to see you again, Jesse McCree."

The two shook hands before McCree got straight to business. "Akins. Always a pleasure to visit Numbani. You received our requests?" The omnic nodded and held three key cards.

"One of our finest rooms. And most hospitable. We arranged the room to accommodate all five of your party."

Noah liked the look before two maids bumped into him. They gave their apologies before looking at him. Fareeha noticed their lingering stares and moved closer to Noah. Their eyes darted away and they ran off.

"Jesse. Is this place...you know?" He gestured at his shoulder to which the cowboy understood.

"Akins. Is your policy on uninvited guests and reservations still in effect?"

"Considering the last time you and Mr. Burr were here, we have enforced it. We hope you enjoy your stay and see this as your home away from home."

The group gave their thanks and left to their room. McCree was the first to jump in bed and relax. The women took the other beds as Noah found one couch. It had a pullout bed that had plushness making him sink.

"Ah, they always know how to treat their guests." McCree nodded. "We can rest for a couple hours and then we can give Efi and Orisa a visit."

"McCree have you ever met these two? I mean I hear you and Burr did a lot here." Noah asked as he moved near the cowboy.

"Yeah, Burr and I had a mission taking place here and that's when met Orisa. She's a large Omnic with her heart in the right place. Unfortunately she was still new to being a hero and by Burr's standards wasn't ready. So for we gave Efi and Orisa time to grow. Ana's right in not wanting to recruit such young people."

"I see." Noah said as he sat on the edge of McCree's bed. He took a deep breath and looked outside at the view. It was beautiful to say the least. Even with the gray clouds forming.

The next few hours were quiet and soon enough they were on the move again. Noah kept pace up with Lena.

"So then Winston crashed through the rooftop and onto the floor. Imagine my surprise to see that while all this is happening two kids were there the entire time."

"The entire time?"

"Yeah and the coolest thing was seeing one of them take Doomfist's gauntlet and sent Widow flying. She hates it when I tell that story."

"Is she all, Zat's not how it happened cherie?" Noah said with a mock accent.

"Actually yeah. Really funny to get her all flustered over that." Lena chuckled.

McCree whistled and everyone stopped. They stopped in front of a workshop and McCree looked at the gate. He looked over the doorway and found a keypad. Hitting the right keys, the door opened and McCree told everyone to wait. They saw a teenager appear from the garage with tools in hand.

"McCree?" The teen said. McCree nodded and opened his arms. The girl ran up and hugged the cowboy. "My it's been forever since we last seen each other. I did what you and Burr suggested. Me and Orisa have been working hard protecting our city and she's been coming along well."

"That's wonderful to hear darling. Actually we were wondering how it was going." He gestured at the door and everyone else came in.

"Efi Oladele?" Angela asked the teen before them. Noah saw the girl's eyes widen with awe as she seemed to shake a little.

"Angela Ziegler? Fareeha Amari? Lena OXTON!" The girl noticed all the well-known agents of Overwatch. "Oh my gosh this isn't just a visit. Are you here for the recruitment?"

"Um, yes." Angela answered. The teen genius jumped up and down at the news.

"This is wonderful! I can call Orisa right over. Hopefully her patrol should be over." The group waited as McCree chuckled. Noah smirked at the kid's enthusiasm.

He walked over and saw Efi approach Fareeha with admiration in her eyes and a bowl of strawberries as a treat. She held one up to which Fareeha took. "Ms. Amari! I can't believe to actually meet you!"

"Likewise. McCree has spoken highly of you and Orisa."

"Really?! I mean thank you. I've watched you for years and saw your Raptora suit in action. Who does maintenance for such an advanced piece of armor?"

"Actually that would be me. Helix Security has us memorize every bit of our armor. And for good reason. Every mission involves me doing most repairs and you'd be surprised at the advances we've made."

She gestured at Noah. "Can I see your blade?"

"Sure, what's it for?" He handed the blade to her.

"Sombra gave me a translocator and made attached to my armor."

"I don't remember that ever happening."

"That's because you slept in since you got back from Japan." Fareeha replied. Efi looked at Noah up and down.

He tilted his head at her examination before realizing proper introductions were needed. "Noah Bastian at your service."

"You can call me Efi." She paused. "Hm, I could've sworn I heard your name before."

"It's a good name." Noah said before hearing a whirring noise. A bright purple light illuminated the room as a large case stood in the middle of the room.

Fareeha went over and opened it. "Now my current suit was damaged from my last mission so I brought the original with me. And Angela, your suits in here too."

The doctor and the inventor saw the large pieces of armor. Fareeha pulled out the exoskeleton and hung it in Ei's garage. The teen had bright sparkles in her eyes as the suit hung up. Angela put her response suit on the one next to it.

"I never thought I ever get to see these suits here!" Efi examined it. Fareeha chuckled at teen excited over the armor.

A loud knocking was heard and Efi clicked open the garage door. A large Omnic came in and Noah whistled at her size. Orisa walked in with excited whirring.

"Efi, I got your message." McCree nodded his head greeted the Omnic. "Mr. McCree it is wonderful to see you."

"You too. I see you still look the same." McCree pointed out.

"Of course. Efi deems my default look as my hero look. I cannot argue with the compliment."

"Well good thing too. Now I'd like to talk to you and Efi."

Noah turned to say something to the inventor but saw her speaking to Angela. "-to which the suit would be more capable."

"Very. It should make traversing the battlefield easier to do. I don't wish to take up your time."

"Nonsense. I will gladly help you out on this if it helps Overwatch in the long haul. But I will need your help to make it work." Efi said. Noah whistled and caught their attention. Efi turned and saw Orisa standing at the doorway with McCree, Lena, and Fareeha.

"I'd like to talk."

Fareeha was eating a few more strawberries as Efi joined them. McCree sat at the table and looked out.

"Before we do, I'd like some of us to head to the hotel. I wouldn't want all of us hogging up the workshop. Lena I need to stay here with me. I got a test for Orisa."

"Roger."

"I'm going to stay. Efi has agreed to help me with some new development for my suit." Angela said. McCree eyed Noah and Fareeha and the two didn't say anything.

"Alright, you two head back. And no funny business." He said with a wink. Fareeha blushed as Noah rolled his eyes. It didn't stop the red from reaching the tip of his ears though. Efi looked a little bummed to see Fareeha go, but Fareeha noticed.

"Hey I can leave my suit behind for you to examine if you'd like. Perhaps it can serve as some inspiration for a new technique for Orisa."

"That is very kind of you Ms. Amari." Orisa responded. She waved her hand as Noah opened the door up. Efi gave an enthusiastic nod as Fareeha gave a salute goodbye. Angela crossed her arms and gave Fareeha a wink. The soldier suddenly stopped and realized what that meant.

Noah didn't notice as Lena tossed him a fruit. He caught it and bit into it. The two exchanged their goodbyes and closed the door.

Efi looked at the door before turning to McCree. "So how long has Ms. Amari been dating that man?"

Angela snickered at the question. 'Hopefully soon and hopefully with room for me.'

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The two walked down as the chill came down again. Fareeha shuddered at the wind as Noah looked unfazed. He noticed Fareeha shivering and saw how the long sleeve shirt she was wearing wasn't doing much.

"Here." Fareeha saw his hoodie being held out and opened her mouth to refuse. But her eyes caught onto the tight t-shirt clinging to his body. Her mouth went dry as Noah silently urged her to take it.

She reluctantly did and slipped on the warm attire. "Are you not cold?"

"Heck no. It's not snowing plus I spent a good amount of time in the cold to grow accustomed. This is nothing."

The clouds now covered the sky with tiny droplets coming down.

'Rain?' Noah held his hand out as the water droplets continued to fall. Fareeha pulled up the hood as it began to downpour. Noah raised his arm to block some of the water. The two walked silently before Noah felt one of his feet leave the floor. He slipped!

Fareeha jumped to action and caught him. He felt her hands grip him tightly as her eyes flashed worry. Noah's gave way surprise before he tried fixing his position. "Um, sorry."

"No worries. I'll always be here to catch you."

"Good thing to. But does that mean you'll catch me if I fall for you?" Noah joked. The laughter was followed and Noah realized what he said. Fareeha had a sheepish grin at that terrible joke. "Bad joke. My bad."

Fareeha and Noah looked at each other as the rain soaked them. His hoodie clung tightly to her as Noah diverted his eyes away. It was just like before. They walked together as the water splashed underneath each footstep.

"So, um, feeling any better?"

"From?" Noah chuckled nervously as the rain was reduced to a drizzle.

"The treatments. I heard you and Angela talking about on the dropship. I mean I assume things are fine since the last time we talked about your thing."

Fareeha seemed to give a look of relief as she brushed a sticking strand of hair away. "It's fine. I mean I trust one of my oldest friends, so I assume I'm fine."

"That's good. Really good, I mean. It's great that you can join us on missions again." His heart was going wild. Angela's crazy suggestion was running through his mind and Sombra's casual attitude towards it wasn't helping.

"Yeah, missions." The two were stuck in an awkward silence as Noah tried to think of other things. "So Efi and Orisa seem very excited to join us."

"Yeah, I mean the kid lit up when she saw you. Kinda like Jameson's girls." Fareeha remembered that. The small town and the two little girls who claimed to be her biggest fan. She smiled at that as Noah tried to keep his eyes on the sidewalk.

They kept walking down and saw many omnics and humans together. Some were couples and held each other. Noah felt himself grow warm as the crowd of couples pushed him a little closer. It was rush hour so many people were trying to get home.

He kept bumping into Fareeha and felt each one light sparks. Angela gave him the same feelings so there was no doubt what this was. Still he couldn't just...could he? His answer came when one push made Fareeha slipped a hand with his.

Noah could see a small smile on her face as she held on. "Let's not get lost here. I mean Numbani is large and we can't afford to lose each other."

"Right. Um, hey there's a food stand. I haven't really eaten anything besides the fruit at Efi's place. Want some?" Fareeha nodded and Noah went over. A bit of a language barrier and some dealings later, the two were still holding onto each other while eating their own pretzel.

The drizzle stopped and now the two were soaked with just warm pretzels as their definite source of warmth. "This is quite good. Thank you Noah."

"Hey no problem. Just trying my best to be the gentleman here."

"Oh...did you learn that from Jesse?"

"What, no! I'm always cordial to my partners. I don't need the cowboy telling me how to do that." Fareeha giggled and bit once more into her pretzel. Noah felt calm at that. Honestly if he looked at themselves right now, he wouldn't see agents of an elite organization. Just a couple on date.

He stopped himself quick on that idea and scarfed the rest of his pretzel down. Fareeha watched his strange behavior and loosened her lock around his arm. She moved it down to a handhold. Apparently Angela was right saying Noah was very...unassertive in situations he couldn't punch.

"Noah, thanks for following me out and enjoying this walk with me."

"Oh you're welcome. I would like to do this more often. It's relaxing." He gave a small squeeze and Fareeha smiled brighter. "And sorry if you were uncomfortable holding my hand."

"Why would that be uncomfortable? You don't have your gauntlets on and even then I got your comfy hoodie." Noah chuckled again with a flustered expression.

"Yeah, yeah. Hey I mean Fareeha it's nice that you like it and all." Noah stated. His nerves were really grating as Fareeha moved closer. "And-"

"Noah." She said and stopped him. He didn't realize they walked closer to their hotel. The crowd dispersed a little as Fareeha seemed to keep him still. "I liked this date."

"Date?! This was-I mean yeah I'm glad you liked it. We could actually try again some other time, I just needed a better heads up."

"It was one you asked me two years ago." He stopped. The nervous jitters were gone. "When we found you, you opened up and we made a promise that afterwards we'd go out. I thought here in Numbani, we could actually keep that promise up."

Suddenly Fareeha didn't look relaxed or stunning. She appeared exhausted, the black armor she wore was torn, and her eyes carried fierce determination. The city around them was a vault and Noah could feel strong fatigue over his body. His hands...his hands were red with the metal gloves shining in the light.

She spoke again, but now it was in a panic or was he panicking. It didn't matter. They were trapped. Trapped. Trapped inside and enemies were afoot! He felt like screaming.

He blinked again and Fareeha looked normal again and concerned. "Noah, what happened? You just blanked out." He backed away until they were in the nearby deserted alley.

"I...I, uh think I remember that moment." She straightened up as Noah slowly slipped from her grip. "I was tired, beaten, and scared. Th-that would be a bad time to ask for a date."

His laugh was strained as Fareeha could see the relaxation give away to sudden awareness. "God. That was a terrible time. Who does that?"

"You." Fareeha said with a light tone to ease the tension.

"I-I wanted you to do something. Something you'd never do and I think you did...you did something to calm me do-" He was stopped when Fareeha leaned in and kissed him. Just like with Angela, it was a feeling that came from nowhere but became everything. He felt himself hit a wall as Fareeha pressed against him. It deepened and Noah could explore.

The kiss was salty yet sweet. Strawberries. That's what Fareeha had at Efi's plus the pretzel he bought. He growled slightly as he held Fareeha closer and let his hands hold her sides.

She pulled back between them. "I love you."

"Fareeha." He started. She gave a shy smile as she began to see if there was anything he could say or do.

Noah swallowed nervously as Fareeha pulled him in with her words. "I just wanted you to know that."

She slowly pulled away before feeling Noah hold onto her hand. She looked at him with confusion before he pulled her in for another kiss. Warm, pliant, and welcoming. He put his hands against the wall to trap her as Fareeha inwardly smiled at the force. She felt his hand lift up her thigh and give it a soft squeeze. Fareeha moaned and Noah felt charged up as he was with Angela a few days back.

"A public area is not the best-AH!" Fareeha tried clamping down her words as Noah nibbled softly on her neck. They were at the edge of an alley and the shadows covered most of their figure, but a few patrons could see what happened behind those shadow.

Noah traced his tongue across her skin and she felt his hand reach her butt. Her breath became hotter as Noah's other hand traveled up and stopped below her breasts. The wet hoodie and t-shirt underneath were starting to annoy Noah as he pushed up a little more. Fareeha felt her inhibitions break away and quickly pushed him back. Gently of course as not to give the wrong idea.

"Not here." She led the way back toward the hotel they were all staying in and the two entered the elevator. The two maids were at the desk with one keeping an eye on Noah as he followed Fareeha in.

Once in the elevator, Fareeha put a hand on Noah's chest and pulled in to kiss him. It grew heated again. Neither knew what happened, but Noah knew one thing. He was tired of holding back and being given a chance to love someone seemed to spell the end of something that's been around him for years. And now he had the chance to share that with two. Though at the moment just Fareeha was more than enough. Angela would have to wait just a bit longer.

Fareeha's tongue slipped in and Noah revelled its feeling. The elevator clicked and Fareeha pulled back. A shiny line of spit was between them as Noah saw something in Fareeha's eyes. Angela had the same look when they were together. It had love and compassion in it, but now it was laced with lust. And it changed the glance to a predatory gaze.

She held his hand again and led him to the hotel room. The room clicked from the key card swipe and the door opened as Noah and Fareeha continued their session.

"I don't mind it Noah. She's one of my best friends and I love that you make her happy. She's the only exception to what this is." Angela's words resonated in his head as he slightly pushed Fareeha down on the bed.

"I love you, she does too. If you want to, perhaps we could all make it work." Noah bit Fareeha's neck and suckled softly against it. She gasped sharply before unzipping the damp hoodie.

"The choice is yours in the end. I just wanted you to know that maybe it could work it for all of us." He felt the same heat from before come from his gut as he pulled his shirt off. Fareeha's hands roamed freely over his figure. She almost purred in approval.

"We both smell." Noah said as he pulled away. He could see his hoodie cling to every curve on her and he tried not to lick his lips. "I mean we could take turns in shower."

"Why don't we share one?" The flustered soldier was replaced with one that was letting everything out. "I wouldn't mind."

"Share?" Noah squeaked. The thought of it was warming him up fast and he saw her unzip the hoodie slowly. Then she got off his lap and walked to the bathroom. It fell to the floor and came off with her shirt. She wore no bra and all Noah could see was her strong back.

Her eyes bore down on him with a teasing glint. "I mean it would save us both time and water. Feel free to join me at anytime."

She slipped off her black jeans and showed her almost bare backside. Noah's heart was pounding harder when she slipped behind the door. A few minutes and he could see the steam from the shower.

Fareeha enjoyed feeling the hot water on her skin as she was trying to control herself. She just showed off half the goods right at him. 'Was he turned off by my muscles? Was it too much? Apparently Sombra never took a bite out of him and Angela confirmed she hasn't taken it to that level yet.' She didn't hear the door open and close behind her.

"Fareeha." She gasped as she felt two hands grab her rear. "So I followed. What now?"

The surprise wore off and Fareeha felt the excitement return along with the confidence. She took one of his hands and brought up to one of her breasts. He gave an experimental squeeze and heard the cutest noise. Noah softly kissed her neck as the hot water ran over their bodies. He moved his hand in small circles and slid his other hand up her body, over her faint six pack, and underneath her left tit.

She tilted her head around and planted a deep kiss. Electricity was running wild and everywhere his hand moved, fire was on its path. Noah enjoyed it before turning her over and pressing her back against the wall.

"Liked that?"

"Loved it." Noah faintly brushed off a strand of hair that stuck to her forehead. "Though I wonder what faces you make?"

She saw his hand move down and just stop millimeters from the target. He looked at her with one question. The soldier nodded and felt the tip of his finger press against her. Fareeha moaned loudly as Noah slowly pushed his finger in.

It was a slow process and Fareeha kept an eye on Noah. His bedroom eyes and wet body made the warm feeling in her stomach feel like an inferno. She could feel him teasing her. All this time and he kept a single pace. The soldier gyrated her hips to feel more and urged him to move faster.

Silently agreeing Noah lowered his mouth and latched it on a nipple. Fareeha clenched her fists as Noah moved faster, added another finger.

"Damn." She knew it was the long dry spell that made it more exciting but this was too much. Fareeha shivered slightly as she grabbed onto Noah. He let go of her nipple and kissed her stomach.

"Noah, what're you doing?"

"Making this moment last and for you to remember it." His tongue traced on her ab outline.

"Well mission accomplished!" His tongue slid in and explored her as Fareeha said that. She yelped the last part as Noah tasted her. An animalistic growl rolled from her throat.

She pushed his head in and held still. What seemed like minutes finally made her come down as Noah pulled away. He gasped for air as Fareeha slid down the wall.

"Amazing." Fareeha shuddered. Noah reached up and grabbed the shower bar. He pulled himself up as Fareeha grabbed his arm. He looked at her and saw her lick her lips. "My turn."

"Fareeha-"

"I want to be even." She looked at the crown of her prize and kissed it. Noah's mind short circuited when she licked from the base to the tip. His breath became labored as Fareeha teasing kissed and licked. Her hand stroked whatever part her mouth wasn't on.

"You..." Noah started before Fareeha wrapped her lips around the crown and slid it down. Inch by inch Fareeha watched her lover almost go crazy as he stayed still. Her teeth barely made contact as she relaxed her throat. Her eyes looked up at his and he put a hand on her head.

She indulged herself and bobbed up and down. Noah tried holding himself together as Fareeha kept it up. After awhile he couldn't stop himself. Noah pulled out but spilled all over her. Fareeha felt it hit her face and felt its best over the warm shower. Her tongue licked the edges and got a taste. Salty.

"Fareeha." She has enough willpower to stop him from taking her there with a finger. She stood up and let the stream of water clean her. "You're heaven."

"Very flattering. Now dry off." She dropped a towel on him as she walked out. Noah barely comprehended what just happened as the soldier left the shower and dried herself off. He followed her example as to not seem awkward after seeing his seed plastered over her face.

This was crazy. It was hard to believe that Fareeha really went that far. He took a deep breath and walked out.

"Dry?" She asked.

"Yeah, just wet hair now." Noah said as he rubbed the towel on his head. Two strong hands grabbed his shoulders and pinned him against the soft bed. Fareeha straddled him with a predatory look in her eyes.

"Did you think we were done?"

"Honestly? Yes." She let out a deep chuckled before tracing a finger on his chest.

"Then you were really wrong." Fareeha said as she lined herself up. Noah grabbed her hips and pulled her down. They both took in the euphoric moment as Fareeha sat still. Noah gave tiny thrusts to gain a feel.

She pushed him down and bounced. The bed creaked as they moved like wild animals. Fareeha muttered under her breath as Noah tried moving along with her. It was sloppy, hot, and passionate.

He flipped her over and pinned her arms. "Good start."

Fareeha closed her eyes tight as Noah kissed her neck and moved his hips with hers. She could feel herself tightening around him and bit his shoulder. Noah kept moving at frantic pace. Her legs wrapped around him gave her control.

"Fareeha, I'm close." He growled.

"I'm safe." She responded. That's all he needed and came inside her. Fareeha's eyes bulged at the fluid being given to her. "I love it. I love you!"

Noah didn't say a word but looked at her. He pulled away from her and they looked to see his essence slowly leak out. The soldier could barely move as Noah snuggled next to her. She pulled him in and kissed the top of his head. Fareeha turned her back on him and made him spoon her.

Across the hotel itself one watched the two through the scope. His mask didn't give an indication of how he truly felt upon seeing this, but his words did. "Cute. I have the target in sight. Just give the word and I'll end it here and now."

-No. I must face Bastian.-

"Sir, he is vulnerable. The target can no longer be a problem if I end it here and now!"

-Gideon passed his authority to me and with me you will follow my orders to the letter. Noah is not to be dealt with until I put my hands on him.-

"You're making a mistake."

-Bastian has been Gideon's problem. You and him will end that man not me. I want to see what makes Gideon fear him. It intrigues me to see that from someone like him.-

The assassin scoffed. "Watch the footage from excursion in Japan. Plenty of evidence there."

-You made him look weak.-

"Thank you. I can't believe I finally got a compliment. Now if only I could take my shot."

-Stand down.- Indominus sighed hard and lowered his rifle. He took one last look in and saw the two sleeping contently.

"Just know you could've ended this tonight." He muttered. His boss laughed.

-Just know your orders. Stall them tomorrow.- Indominus took a deep breath before laying down his rifle into a case.

"Well I might get some use out this nifty little tool after all."

The next morning, Fareeha slowly opened her eyes as her steady breathing picked up slightly. She felt arms wrapped around her and she saw Noah sleeping peacefully. His head was tucked into the crook of her neck.

The captain smiled brightly as she could with the sleepiness over her. Fareeha looked to her bedroom side and saw her communicator light up. She grabbed it and flipped over the messages. Tracer left a message on the group chat and said they were staying at Efi's due to the storm.

Though Jesse and Angela texted something else.

-We'll be coming back to pick up our things once we secure Efi and Orisa.- Jesse.

-Make sure to reconvene at the workshop. And I hope you two are ok.- Angela. Fareeha could see Angela smiling at that. If she was truly okay with all this. She unhooked Noah's arms off her and found her suitcase with extra clothes.

A quick shower and clean up left the soldier refreshed. Drying off, she reached out and grabbed the clothes near the shower. She slipped on her thin bodysuit for the armor. Efi wanted to see the armor in action and Fareeha felt more than nice enough to comply with that. It was also very lucky that the skin tight suits were very breathable and comfortable to have extra layers over.

As she reached over to wake up Noah, her communicator vibrated. She stopped and pulled it up. "Hello?"

-Morning darlin, hope the storm didn't keep you up last night.-

"No it was actually quite relaxing Jesse. Do you need something?"

-Yeah we need you to get over here. Efi tinkered around your armor and had some ideas to improve. She wanted you to come over and hear her out on this.-

"Of course. Let me wake Noah and we can go together."

-Actually Fareeha, you can come here alone. I sent Lena a few minutes ago to the hotel. You can just leave and head straight here.-

Fareeha frowned. "Jesse didn't you say that we should stick together? Lena's okay on her own, but my mother said I-"

-Angela has a monitor on your condition and trust me, you're clean. You can travel without Noah. And if you still have doubts, take a walk to the workshop and if anything happens we'll be right on your position. Don't worry about Noah.-

"I should tell him at least. I'll see you later Jesse." She put the communicator down and nudged Noah. The man barely acknowledged the tap before she slightly pinched him. He groaned a little and opened his eyes. "Good morning."

"Morning." He replied. Noah sat up and Fareeha felt a little embarrassed when he cracked his back, red lines were traced over it. "Where you going?"

"Efi wants to talk to me about the armor and I feel inclined to talk to her about it. Besides Lena's on her way here so don't worry about being too lonely." He smiled at her and noticed a few dark marks on him.

"Damn, you were…" He stopped himself for a second and tried thinking of the right word. "Amazing."

She looked flushed at the comment, but her rare case of smugness came out. "Of course. You were good too." She kissed him on the cheek before he stopped her.

"Hey listen, you should know something. Angela gave out this crazy idea of-"

"I know of Angela's proposal." Noah froze on the spot and Fareeha enjoyed that brief moment of terror. "And I'm fine with it. It's better than dragging all this out with us in the battlefield and you don't need a choice like that on your mind. At least as long as you're fine with it."

"I'm fine with it!" He exclaimed. She looked at him surprised and saw him smile softly. "Honestly when she told me that at first I was against it. Couldn't do that to you or her, but if the doc's fine with it and you're fine with it I can try."

"Fantastic." Fareeha said before Noah cupped her chin and planted a deep kiss. They pulled back a few seconds later and Fareeha almost giggled. "After this mission we'll tell Angela about this and work it out."

"After we save Burr and the others." He kissed the back of her hand with the weight around him light as a feather. "I'm glad we have this, but our friends are at stake."

"Of course. I'll see you soon." She kissed him on the temple and the two waved goodbye at each other. She closed the door and heard the click of the lock. She let out a rare sigh of happiness and small giddy dance.

She walked down the halland saw two maids from yesterday waiting idly with a tray of food. They waved a hello at her to which she gave the same gesture back. The captain stepped ot into the streets and took in a breath of air.

She looked at her own hands and clenched into fists. She strode through town and ket expecting to feel that buzz. Fareeha trusted Angela with her life, but one couldn't be too careful. With each step moving her closer to the workshop, Fareeha felt slightly more relaxed.

"What're you doing here?" McCree asked as Pharah entered the workshop.

"You called me?" Fareeha asked. The workshop was how it was left before. Her armor was in its case. Angela appeared from behind a wall with her hands rubbing her eyes.

"Morning Fareeha. What're you doing here?" Efi came out too with breakfast in hand. Orisa followed as the captain tried thinking about why no one knew why she was there.

"Jesse called me this morning. He told me Lena was on her way to hotel and told me to come here for the new upgrade ideas Efi had in mind for my armor."

Efi looked confused as did McCree. "Wait, but Lena's-"

A loud crash was heard along with two bags and containers falling to the ground. Coffee and bagels fell to the floor. "Right here and on an awful coffee run."

Back at the Hotel

Noah got out of the shower and blow dried his hair. The agent heated up the mirror to make the condensation evaporate and looked at himself. His eyes and posture were more relaxed than ever before and the shower refreshed him. Though his prickly layer of stubble began to reemerge and Noah couldn't help but sighed.

Shaving was a quick chore to do and he reentered the room with clothes displayed on the bed before slipping on his pants. The door opened unexpectedly and Noah was putting on his white t-shirt when he didn't see two maids walk in. "Lena is that you?"

The twin maids looked at each other before reaching for an ice bucket. "Our apologies. We were sent to clean up a horrible mess."

He flinched at the voice and turned to see the maids reaching into an ice bucket. Noah's eyes widened for a second before diving behind his bed. The two maids pulled out silencer pistols and opened fire. His blade rolled off the bed stand and he reached for it. The first maid kicked it away and aimed her second kick at Noah's head. The agent caught it and pushed the maid away.

Her partner aimed her pistol but Noah knocked it out her hand and punched her in the jaw. She fell to the floor as the first swung the ice bucket and scattered the ice all over the floor. Noah grabbed her wrist and twisted it painfully. She screamed as he kicked her in the stomach and tossed her away.

The blade stood unattended and then the second maid got up and snatched it. Shiny silver glinted in the light as Noah leaned back and dodged each strike. He pulled his bracelets down and formed the twin gauntlets. Now each strike caused sparks to fly as he took a boxer's stance.

"Eight million sister remember that!" Her companion screamed before jumping on Noah. It caused the man to fumble and get cut on his arm. He yelled and tossed the woman off. Noah charged an energy ball and slammed it into the woman. It pushed her off and slammed her hard into the wall.

"Bastard!" Noah felt two arms wrap around his neck and he hurtled himself near the dinners cart. Plates of food fell off and Noah tried reach for a weapon. His hand landed on a metallic skewer and he quickly grabbed hold of it.

The woman screeched in pain as the skewer stabbed her hand and forced her to let go. Noah quickly wrapped his arm around her face and twisted. A loud snap was heard as the woman dropped to the floor dead.

He panted and turned around to see the other maid running at him with his blade. He caught it and stabbed the woman in the eye. She screamed as Noah teleported behind her, grabbed her head, and slammed it against the table.

His skewer went straight through her ear and into the brain. Noah pushed it in one last time and heard bone and muscle break and tear. The man fell onto the floor with his bleeding arm. He laid still for a second before hearing a ring in the room.

Getting up, Noah pulled the phone up to his ear. "Hello?"

"Good morning sir. I'm sorry to bother you, but we have received a number of grievances from other guests concerning the noise."

"I'm sorry, I was dealing with two...uninvited guests." Noah said as he pulled a first aid kit from the drawer. He cleaned the wound before wrapping it.

"I see and may I consider the two guests taken care of?" He looked at the two dead bodies and the mess they all made.

"Yes." Noah said under a strained voice. "Look I would like for the police to not-"

"You seem to forget Mister Jesse has come here many times in the past with others and we familiar with...uninvited guests. I assure you the police will turn a blind eye to this and we will take care of the mess if you please."

"Thank you."

"Just expect an additional fee to your room. And I advise you to leave your room for a couple hours. You can expect the place to look as though you've never had those guests."

"Of course." Noah hung up and looked at the mess. He stepped over the bodies and grabbed his black jacket.

He stopped real quick and moved the bodies on the floor laying straight. He frisked their bodies for guns and ammo. Once he acquired a few Noah looked at the two and shook his head in pity.

"I never knew you two, but it's a shame that it ended this way." He grabbed the skewer and pulled it free. The blood flowed more freely as the skewer left. He tossed away and picked up his blade from the pool of blood.

The door closed gently as a figure from the distance smirked at his plan working.

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"Well, well it worked." Everyone looked up to see Indominus standing on top of a scaffolding with Tracer over his shoulder. The brit was thrown onto the ground with Fareeha catching her. He jumped down and eject a glider out to make his descent flow smoother. Landing with a loud thud, everyone tensed up McCree especially.

"What worked?" Fareeha demanded as everyone got ready. Efi hid behind Orisa as the Omnic got ready. Indominus chuckled darkly as he pulled out his tool.

"Synthesizing your voices. It made," He pressed it against his throat and McCree's voice came out. "It easier to trick you."

He pulled it off and pulled out two guns. McCree fired his gun as Angela dove behind the table and grabbed her suit. It slipped on and the lights of her wings began to glow. Indominus tilted his head to dodge the bullet and fire back at McCree.

Orisa lifted up a barrier and protected Efi before charging. The assassin jumped into the air and fired at the Omnic. Orisa brought her arm up and the bullets bounced off harmlessly. She turned her gun on him and opened fire. He flipped across the room before hiding behind a wooden column.

"HA!" Fareeha punched him in the face and sent him reeling. She followed up with a barrage of strikes that he kept blocking. The butt of his gun struck her shoulder and kicked her away. He didn't get a chance to breathe when McCree jumped on him.

He threw the cowboy off before Orisa appeared. "Freeze!"

"Of course." He reached into his pocket and threw a device that latched onto Orisa. Electricity short circuited the Omnic and shut her down.

"Orisa!" Efi cried before running at the Omnic. A bullet hit a spot near her foot and stopped her. Indominus shook his head and took aim again. The teen froze with fear and just after he fired, Efi found herself on the floor with arms wrapped around her.

"Mercy!" Angela groaned in pain as the bullet grazed her arm.

"Get to Orisa and get her online."

"Not this time doc." Indominus said. His gun aimed right at her when he felt two different hands grab his shoulders. They pulled him away before striking his sides. He grunted at feeling the impact through the armor and saw Fareeha and McCree working together.

Mercy ran over to Tracer and started her healing stream. The pilot slowly opened her eyes before rubbing her head. "Oi bloody hell what happen?"

"Him. Look we need to stop him." Tracer got up and saw Fareeha and Jesse try to hold the assassin down, but he kept meeting them blow for blow. Each strike they gave him, he returned in force. Fareeha tried to dodge each one, but was nicked on each pass.

Indominus kicked her in the stomach and made crash into the work table. McCree had his revolver out and fired a bullet. It bounced off his helmet and made him stumble. Jesse took advantage of this and grabbed him by the throat. He responded in kind.

"What're you doing?" Jesse choked out.

"Stalling." Was his answer. The assassin laughed with great struggle before seeing Tracer appear above him. "Oh shit."

She kicked him in the head and pulled out one of her guns. She shot his armor and it took damage. The visor became glitchy with each blow. Tracer landed one power strike on his chest and sent him rolling into a wall.

Efi just restarted Orisa to which the Omnic hopped back into the action. Indominus laid on the floor defeated before Fareeha grabbed him and held him up. "What were you doing?"

"Like I said stalling."

"For what?"

"For my boss's friend to find Bastian and beat the shit out of him. Possibly kill him if he enjoys himself too much."

Fareeha tightened her grip as she slammed Indominus against the wall. It cracked. Mercy and McCree took a step closer to make sure Fareeha wasn't losing it. She kept her grip on him with her teeth gritted.

"Who's your boss's friend?"

"Doomfist." He answered. That name made Fareeha stop and drop Indominus on the ground. He gave a scratchy laugh as he rubbed his throat. "By now I'm guessing Bastian should be a paste on the streets."

Fareeha punched him in the face and sent the assassin on the ground. She kicked him in the side before Mercy grabbed her. "Fareeha stop!"

"You heard what he said."

"And I already sent Lena to his location. Stop and think before you go wailing on our enemies." Indominus stood up wearily and held a finger gun at the two.

"Bang." A puff of smoke erupted and covered the room. McCree brought the two back and the smoke slowly cleared, but suddenly one gunshot did ring out. Jesse was on his back as a bullet hit his arm. It went through cleanly but it left some big damage.

Mercy ran to his side and started a healing stream. Fareeha pulled McCree's revolver and fired three times into the smoke. When it finally cleared there was no one there.

Efi and Orisa were in the back with Efi's pupils shrunk in fear. "Doomfist? Here?"

"That's apparently what he said." McCree said before Fareeha handed his gun back. He slowly reloaded his pistol. "Tracer, you heard that?"

-Heard it and moving as fast as I can. I'm trying to contact Noah, but he's not picking up. Something must be up.- McCree heard clicking and turned to see Fareeha putting on her armor.

Pharah put on her helmet and looked at Mercy and McCree. "I'll follow Lena and head to Noah. You two get Orisa ready to combat Doomfist."

"And what're you going to do if Doomfist already finds him?"

"I'll save him. Look I gave you orders, follow them!"

McCree and Mercy looked at each other before nodding at Pharah. The armored woman replied with a nod and took off into the air.

"Please keep him safe." Mercy said under her breath as she healed McCree. Efi was already on the stand taking off any remaining pieces off Orisa that stopped her.

"I'll send Orisa now. If he's across the city then we need to move now." The kid said. Mercy readied her staff as McCree went out to get a car.

Meanwhile across town. Noah stumbled through the town. The maids were hidden assassins and he had to leave the real maids a real mess. His blade was shiny with blood, but he kept it to himself on his jacket.

"Are you Noah Bastian?" A cloaked figure asked. Noah turned and felt something off.

"That depends. Who's asking?" The figure chuckled before seeing the blade strapped to Noah's back. The short blade had a very familiar piece on the butt of its hilt.

"That looks quite the fearsome weapon." Noah moved one step back as the people around them barely acknowledged the tense meeting. Though it was Numbani, no one would ever think of conflict in this fair city.

The figure took one more step before Noah moved his hand. "Yes, I thought it'd be good protection." The figure saw his hand reach for his gun.

"I like the translocator you have attached to it." Noah didn't hesitate to pull out his grapple gun and pull himself away as the figure smashed the ground. Everyone felt the shockwave of the fight as Noah got up.

"Get out of here! Everyone run!" Noah saw the figure pull off the cloak and revealed to be Doomfist. "Oh that is so...cool."

The man sneered before charging. Noah rolled out of the way as the wall behind him crumpled like paper. Doomfist pulled his hand out and saw Noah trying to run.

"Why are you running, when your enemy is HERE!" He slammed his gauntlet against the road. The road cracked and almost split apart as Noah fell down again. He turned and saw Doomfist in the air, going to land his fist against his head.

Noah dodged and felt the shockwaves push him far when he landed. He rolled against the ground and saw Doomfist looking disappointed. He let out a way cry before charging. Noah ducked under the first punch and leaned back when he attempted an overhead hook. He threw one punch and caught Doomfist off his guard.

The mercenary looked surprise before plucking Noah off the ground. "This is who Gideon hunts? How weak are you?"

"Depends on you bald asshooooole!" Noah screamed as Doomfist threw him into the air and him landing hard into a nearby construction building. His back hit a pile of sandbags.

-Noah, can you hear me? Doomfist is incoming!- Tracer said.

"Incoming felt." Noah groaned as he got up. "Guys I really need help. If it's really Doomfist then he's trying to kill me." He dusted off some of the debris and saw Doomfist cracking his neck.

"To be fair, if I wasn't on the receiving end of this beating this would be the coolest thing I'd ever see." Hearing tales of Doomfist from Sombra, he was living up to every tale he's heard so far from her.

"You're impressed. That is a natural response."

'Oh my God. That line was so badass! Why is he so COOL?!' Noah thought before taking out his pistol. He fired an entire clip as Doomfist raised his hand. He looked bored with the whole thing until the gun itself hit him in the nose.

He stumbled back a little with the new attack before seeing Noah charge. The agent pulled down his bracelets and formed the metal gauntlets. He punched hard against his stomach and saw the man shift a small bit with each blow.

"Impressive move, but you lack the strength to pull it off." He caught one of Noah's hands and began to slowly crush it. The Overwatch agent fell onto a knee as Doomfist kept the pressure up.

He didn't expect Noah to hold out his other hand and blast his shoulder. The beam hit the metal hard and forced Doomfist to let go of Noah's hand. Taking the moment, Noah kicked him in the groin before landing a solid punch against his cheek.

Doomfist stumbled back even more as Noah panted hard. He looked at him with such intensity and surprise that all he did was spit out a wad of blood. Noah's eyes widened as he stood straighter and cracked his neck. Noah pulled out his blade and threw it past Doomfist as the man slammed his fist into the ground.

Noah disappeared before his very eyes and reappeared holding the blade. Everything slowed down as Noah slashed across his back and blood splattered on the ground. He fell onto his butt as Doomfist tried reaching for the cut. The two stood still before Noah heard laughter.

"Heh. Hehehe. Hahaha! Excellent moves and a clever strategy. You were not the disappointment I expected and a worthy adversary to say the least. But can you learn more to get stronger?"

"It is an honor to hear those words, sir. And if there is anything I learned from any of this it was endurance." Noah said as he got up and looked behind his enemy. Doomfist grinned before pulling his fist back. "Though I think having Doomfist be the one to finally kill me is quite the honor. Third time's the charm."

Halfway across town, Mercy and McCree were following Orisa through. Efi was watching through Orisa's camera.

"I can't believe this shit. Doomfist of all people is who we're going to fight? We don't have Winston here to take care of him."

"And that assassin you described. He was much more dangerous than I anticipated. Copying our voices, being able to hold you and Fareeha off at the same time, and carry a device capable of shutting down powerful Omnics. Who are we dealing with?"

"I don't know, but he's got training, real training. Maybe if we get someone like Widow to take him on then we'd stand a chance."

The two were going to continue, but a loud honk was heard before their car was rammed off the streets. Angela and McCree went spinning with the car until they hung upside down. McCree pulled off their seat belts and landed painfully on the ground. Mercy reached for her staff.

-Are you two alright? I can send Orisa to help you!- Efi said.

"No, we're fine." McCree said through labored breath. He kicked the door open and pulled Mercy out. The doctor had a small trickle of blood flow from her head down to her neck. McCree pulled a few tiny shards of glass out of his arm. He then noticed a sharp pain in his leg. The crash broke his bone.

"I would've asked if it came in black, but I thought that would make me too obvious." A robotic voice said. McCree looked up to see in a combat vehicle, Indominus sat in the driver's seat. "Here let's see what happens when I want to have fresh cowboy on my bumper."

Mercy grabbed onto Jesse and shouted, "Valkyrie Mode Engage!" Her wings expanded and lifted the two off the ground.

"Well, I'll be damned." He said before swerving his car to face them. "It's about time the angel of Overwatch finally decided to fly on your own. No need for useless blood sacs or Omnic oil to lock onto."

"Mercy."

"Hold on." The doctor flew him on top of a roof and gently placed him on the ground. She started her healing stream and Jesse groaned at the process. The break was clean from what she could tell. And it would be simple fix.

McCree pulled his Peacekeeper out and checked his ammo. "This guy's persistent."

"He's trying to top us from reaching Noah." Mercy said before prepping her pistol.

"Those were my orders." A voice above them said and the two looked to see him diving down. McCree and Mercy rolled away and took a stance. Indominus sauntered between them with his fists tightening. "So are you going to stand here and let me beat the shit out of you or are you going to make some vain attempt to escape while I beat the shit out of you?"

The two took a stance and Indominus let out a laugh. "Alright so you chosen "Getting Your Ass Kicked 101". Very well children if that's how you'll be please pay attention."

Back to the others, "It should. Our conflict has shown your great strength. Die with this knowledge." Doomfist said. Before he could throw the final blow, a blue light appeared before them and moved Noah out the way.

"Not today wanker!" The two rolled into their position as Doomfist looked at her. "The girl who Time tried to a claim. I remember you."

"Always saving my ass." Tracer winked at him. "Somebody's got to. Now care to help stall while the real cavalry gets here?" She held her hand up.

"I'd love to." The two locked arms and faced Doomfist. The man crossed his arms as he saw the two gear up.

Noah wiped some sweat away. "You brought more back up right? Even the two of us can't stall this guy for long." They all heard jets roaring before a figure dropped from the sky and onto the road.

They covered their eyes to see Pharah standing their with pure determination in her eyes. Noah's felt excitement run up to see her on the field. Doomfist gave away a small glint of interest as Pharah stood.

"Gideon told me you were under his control. I see that statement was false."

"It was true, but I got powerful allies on my side." Noah rubbed one of the few bruises on his shoulder. Pharah caught that, but focused. "And now I'm not going to stop till I see you behind bars once again."

"Then never stop." Doomfist replied.

Pharah charged her jets. "Noah, Tracer be a diversion and open him up."

"Got it Pharah/On it boss." Noah threw his blade with precision at Doomfist and the mercenary prepared for it. Before he could cart or deflect it, Tracer snatched it out of his reach and Noah appeared alongside her.

She kicked off him and flew into the air while Noah dived down. Doomfist raised his gauntlet and prepared. Meanwhile Noah prepared an energy ball in his hands with it give a whirring sound.

"Take this!" Noah punched the ball and it went flying towards Doomfist. He blocked the shot, but it created cover smoke. Tracer dived down blinking before landing a solid kick in his face. He shook his head to recover, but felt Pharah tackle him from behind. The coordinated attack left the mercenary vulnerable to when Noah uppercutted him. He fell back and grinned.

"Not bad. Not bad at all." Pharah landed and watched Doomfist stand up. "I expected just as much from Ana Amari's daughter."

He quickly turned and threw a car at her. Pharah grunted hard as she went into a building. Noah saw this and charged another energy ball. Doomfist saw this and ran right for him. Tracer tried stopping him, but Doomfist simply grabbed her harness and threw her hard into the ground.

Noah didn't have enough time to punch it away as Doomfist was soon on top of him. With a bit of force behind it, Noah and Doomfist's gauntlets met with a loud explosion. The two were thrown back from the force as Noah fell into a nearby cave in on the road. The left gauntlet was terribly damaged.

Pharah pushed the car off and made sure no civilians were hurt. She got up and saw Doomfist walking toward her. "The Raptora suit was one built for mobility and power. Time to see how much power."

She pulled out her rocket launcher and fired several rockets right at him. He slapped a few away before rolling out of another's pathway. The ground exploded as Pharah ditched the rocket launcher and prepared a concussive blast. Doomfist watched her reach for the weapon before seeing it appear in her hand. He reached out to stop her, but she threw it down before flying up.

He landed near the weapon and shielded himself with crossed arms before flying off. Pharah kept hovering above him when he got up.

Noah crawled out of the cave in and saw Tracer. "Lena. Lena, please tell me you're alive. Are you hurt?"

"Just my pride." Noah crawled onto the road and saw Doomfist stand before Pharah.

"That is so awesome." He muttered as Pharah continued to hover. Doomfist chuckled. "Enough of these charades, if you wish to continue come down or else."

"Or what?" Pharah asked. He continued to laugh. "Meteor Strike!"

Everyone saw him jump in the air and appear next to Pharah. Noah and Lena watched helplessly as Doomfist hit Pharah's torso and was bringing it down to earth.

The impact was felt through the city as McCree and Mercy noted. They were knocked down to another building below with Mercy catching the cowboy before he fell. His face was bruised and cut with Mercy barely following him in that department.

Indominus whistled before gliding down and landing in front of him. "Oh shit. A meteor strike? Either Doomfist was bored or he had to take down a certain bird."

"Fareeha!" Noah screamed as the ground once again shook from impact. Doomfist stood over Pharah with a triumphant smile. Pharah's helmet was cracked as she tried moving. His foot was on top of her breastplate and was pushing down.

Noah got up and tried running, but his legs were jelly. He put up his hand and aimed at Doomfist with all the concentration he could muster. The energy hummed as Pharah tried moving.

"Flares." She groaned. The inside of her suit fired off all massive flares that blinded Doomfist for a second. She rolled off and punched him in the stomach. He bent down from the blow before feeling Pharah knee him in the face. With him dazed, the Egyptian began throwing all the best punches she could give. Doomfist moved back as Pharah landed hard blows with quick succession. Noah kept his aim up as Tracer painfully stood up. Finally Pharah threw one last punch directly at his face.

Doomfist raised his left hand and caught the final blow. Pharah clenched her teeth as Doomfist nodded with approval. "Such strength gained from countless battles. You've been tested all through your life child and here the fruits of your labors has come forth. But enough commentary."

"Eject." Pharah grunted. Doomfist raised his right hand and smashed through the armor, but not Fareeha. The soldier was pushed out of the suit and landed in just her black bodysuit. Doomfist looked at the empty husk of armor before throwing that out the way.

Before he took another step, Doomfist felt another beam of energy hit his back. He turned and saw Noah leaning against an abandoned car with Tracer following in suit. "You wish to continue?"

"As much as I wish not to, yeah." Fareeha ran to her armor and opened the side compartment of its left leg. She pulled a pistol out with several clips. "And as much as I want to run, you hurt my friends. I can never forgive that."

Doomfist walked forward. "Hurting the innocent is one protocol I wish many didn't have to cross."

Everyone turned before Doomfist was smacked in the face by Orisa. The mercenary rolled back and saw the last remaining unit of an Omnic he decimated a while back.

"But under my jurisdiction you have crossed that line."

Doomfist wiped blood away as he stood up. "I hope the girl gave you more than just a fresh coat of paint."

"Efi has given me many gifts, especially for when the time comes that I need to stop you. Engaging Doomfist Protocol." He looked at the Omnic with interest and focus.

Noah barely hobbled over to Fareeha who was reloading her gun. "Fareeha, Fareeha, you alright?"

"I'm fine, you?" She said as she caught him. "Trying not to fall in the arms of one of the coolest people."

"Now's not the best time." Fareeha said stoically as Tracer blinked over. "Angela just contacted me, we need to-"

A loud boom was heard and saw Orisa and Doomfist locking arms.

"The girl did a fine job."

"She remade me for two purposes and one is to defeat you." Orisa stated. Doomfist chuckled before head butting Orisa. The Omnic moved back before she put a shield. Doomfist hit the shield with his hand before cocking back his gauntlet. Noah took aim and fired his grappling hook.

It caught Doomfist off guard and Orisa took that to smack him in the face again. Noah smirked before Doomfist glared and swung his arm hard. The force took Noah far and he went flying.

"Noah!" Fareeha and Tracer screamed. He went through the air before beginning his descent. He screamed as the building approached him. Shutting his eyes, Noah heard something metal before catching him in their strong arms. He looked up to see Orisa holding him and the two of them under another construction building.

"Civilian is now safe on the ground." She replied. Noah shook his head before turning around. "Doomfist!"

"Fortify." She responded before everything locked up. Doomfist hit Orisa hard, but to his utter shock she didn't move. Her eyes narrowed before firing a green orb behind him. Its lines grabbed cars and debris along with Doomfist before being pulled back. They all crashed into one and Doomfist was left panting.

Orisa carefully put down Noah and took note of his injures. "Administering healing."

She dropped a pod on the ground and health began pour into Noah. The two were taking a moment to breathe when Doomfist stood up. He looked and saw Orisa and Noah on one side with Fareeha and Tracer on the other.

Fareeha hefted her rocket launcher and pointed it at Doomfist. "Surrender."

He looked at Noah charging another energy shot and shook his head. "I came here to see if Talon and Gideon's failures and...eagerness on Mr. Bastian were truly justified. I see they are. And so..."

He turned to Noah and charged at him like a bull. Fareeha didn't hesitate and fired a rocket to his back. He turned to see it and smirked. Doomfist jumped into the air leaving it aimed right at Noah.

Everything was silent and slow as Fareeha realized her mistake. The rocket got closer as Noah and Orisa were trying to pull back. Noah put his right hand over the energy ball and pushed it a good distance but the tip of the rocket made contact and exploded.

The force of the explosion stopped the fighting on the building with Indominus looking at the big cloud of smoke. Mercy and McCree looked up and saw it rise high in the sky.

"Welp, my job is done. See you two later."

McCree turned around and went to pull his gun when he found it missing. Indominus casually sighed before pulling the gun out from his holster and gave a warning shot near McCree's head.

"Keep an eye on your things. You don't know what'll happen to it if you don't. Besides just remember this," he paused, "You'd both be dead if I wasn't holding back. I'm nothing like that undead prick Reyes."

He threw down a smoke bomb and left the gun behind. McCree limped to it and picked it up. His face was pale as ghost. "Reyes? He knew Gabe?"

"Don't dwell on that." The doctor said as she saw ambulances roll down the street.

-Miss Ziegler! We must head down to the site. Orisa's down!- Mercy picked up McCree and the two flew off into the air.

The construction site blew up with Tracer and Fareeha looking. "Orisa. Noah!" The soldier dropped her rocket launcher and ran to the site. "Angela get over here! We need immediate medical assistance!"

Radio buzz was all that was there before hearing a click. -On our way! Jesse, Efi, and I will be at your position soon!-

Tracer and Fareeha looked at the rubble in horror as Fareeha covered her mouth. She fired the rocket. She hit them. They could be dead! The two began digging through the rubble and as they did more people began to gather around.

Tracer kept blinking all over the area until she heard a mechanical groan. She pulled out some rubble and saw Orisa on the ground. She was sparking and the damaged bad, but it was reversible.

"Are you ok?"

"Standing by for...repairs. Civilian protected."

"Where is he?" Fareeha asked. Orisa looked to her side and brushed aside the debris. It revealed Noah unconscious and unresponsive. The damage left behind left many cuts on side and his face was caked with dust. Fareeha felt her breath hitch as Orisa slowly got up.

"Employed emergency call to medical authorities." More people were gathered around the area as they saw Fareeha pick up Noah. Lena's eyes almost bulged out when she saw the damage.

"Fareeha, his...it's so-"

"I see it Lena, find Angela and get us to a hospital!" Lena nodded as Fareeha held Noah. He barely breathed and she held his hand tightly.

"I didn't mean to. I didn't mean to do that." Fareeha said as she repeatedly kissed his forehead in some vain attempt to comfort and pressed a hand against his wounds. "Please don't die, don't die." She kept pressure on one of the more open wounds.

She heard the expansion of hard light wings and saw Angela and McCree running in. The looked at Noah and Mercy came out. Fareeha handed her over and Mercy worked hard to stop the bleeding. The staff tried repairing as much as it could before Angela put her head against his chest.

No heartbeat.

"No." Angela whispered. She tore open his shirt and pushed hard against his chest. "Fareeha hold his head up! Jesse lift up his feet. Lena get the paramedics!"

They held him and Angela pumped her hands against his chest. Each time the heart would only beat along with her. Her pupils dilated as she tried holding herself together. She grabbed her staff and held it over his chest.

"Heroes Never Die!" The staff hit his chest before golden light enveloped Noah. After the light died down and Noah laid still.

For a brief second Fareeha and Angela felt the world crumble down before Noah gasped air. Coughing hard, Noah sat up before Fareeha caught him. He could barely feel her desperate tears hit his head.

"Hiya Angel." He asked before passing out. Lena blinked down and took him from Fareeha.

Paramedics arrived and brought a stretcher. She put Noah's arm over her and blinked up. McCree took off his serape and put it over Fareeha's shoulder. "He'll be fine. This one of the best places to deal with these kinds of things."

"I fired the rocket, Jesse. I almost killed them both to stop Akande." Fareeha said. Her eyes were hollow and lacked fire. "Oh my God, I almost killed him."

"Fareeha, get yourself together!" McCree replied. "We got to go."

Fareeha looked at the ground and saw the grappling hook on the ground. She picked it up and swallowed nervously. McCree pulled up cab and patted the seat.

Akande looked at the group and smirked at Fareeha's state. "Interesting woman. Perhaps you'll do better next time."

Hours later

Darkness was all that greeted him before Noah slowly opened his eyes. "Dark room. Pain everywhere. Don't tell me I'm strapped down."

He turned to his left and saw Fareeha wrapped up in McCree's serape sleeping. "Fareeha? Did we win?"

"Noah!" A voice called out. He turned but Angela met him halfway. She was in more casual clothes with a lab coat over it. "You scared us again."

"Angela? What happened?" The Doctor turned around and roused Fareeha up. The captain woke up and saw Noah awake. "Hey Fareeha. Care to tell me if we won?"

"I-it was..." She fumbled on her words. Angela put a hand on her shoulder. "I'll take it from here."

"Angela?"

"Noah you were almost killed today. And while you didn't exactly lose, you didn't win either." Angela moved over to his right side. "Now I want you to understand what I'm going to reveal."

"Doc, careful. With all this medicine I might not hear well. I'm not even sure since the medicine's stopping me from feeling my arm." Noah chuckled weakly. The two shared a glance before the grin was wiped off Noah's face. "My arm."

"The first explosion weakened your left. The second did much more on your right." Angela pulled the sheet off and Noah found himself staring at a stump. Fareeha felt a punch to her gut when she saw this. Noah froze when he saw that...thing.

His right arm from his hand to his elbow was missing. He looked at Fareeha. "I'm sorry. I'm so sorry. I thought Doomfist and-and I-"

"Hey, hey, hey it's alright. I'm left handed anyways. It's a little off but-" Fareeha was having none of it.

"Don't joke about this!" Fareeha shouted. Angela and Noah were shocked to hear her yell. "I blew off your arm. I almost killed you."

"Fareeha, it's okay. I forgive you, now come on you don't have to-" Fareeha turned away. Noah tried getting up, Angela stopped him. "Fareeha, it's not bad! I'm not angry! Don't leave!"

Angela ran after the captain. Noah fell back on his pillow and shook his head in disbelief. The door slammed closed as Angela chased after Fareeha. A few moments later, it opened again to Efi and Jesse walking in.

"How you doing partner?"

"Alive...I guess. How's Orisa?"

"She's currently under repair, but afterwards we will gladly accompany you and your team to help your organization." Noah patted Efi on the head with his left hand and smiled. "I'm still sorry that you lost your arm."

Jesse walked up. "I'm guessing you'll need a replacement." Noah nodded before looking at Efi. "How fast can you work on an arm?"

*Next Time

"Shut up and fight."

Widowmaker took aim as her enemy sat relaxed on the rooftop.

Noah tried muffling the ringing in his ears as he could smell the smoke again. The heaviness of the beams and the dirt settling on his face.