"Here's your tea, Fitz.", Simmons said as she walked into the lab.

"Uggh, yes! Thank you Jemma. Just the way I like it. You're the best."

"I know."

Ward and Skye were outside on the cargo ramp training.

"So I had a breakthrough on that project we've been wor-"

He was interrupted by a loud laughter let out by Skye outside the lab. Fitzsimmons turned to see Ward behind the punching bag while Skye hit it. They were not only surprised to see Skye not miserable during training, but Ward was laughing with her.

"Well that's peculiar.", Simmons said before she took a sip of her tea.

"This whole weeks been peculiar. Haven't you noticed?"

"Noticed what?"

"Everyone on the teams been acting weird. They'd start laughing with each other and then when we look over they stop laughing. Or sometimes during a briefing, Skye would say something and Coulson and May look at each other and have a mental conversation. There's something they're not telling us, Jemma."

Ward and Skye entered the lab. Both sweaty and out of breath.

"Hey Simmons. Do you wanna watch a scary movie later?"

"I don't know, I get scared easily."

"Oh you should watch Paranormal Activity. Not scary at all.", Fitz said winking at Skye.

"Ok fine. I'll make us a healthy snack while you take a shower because you smell awful."

"Ok I'll go take a shower.", she looked at Ward smiling and raising her eye brows.

Ward cleared his throat, "I think I'm gonna go.. take a nap."

Just as they were about to get undressed Coulson's voice sounded over the intercom.

"Dai-Skye. I please come to my office."

"Dammit Coulson.", said Ward.

Skye pressed the button and spoke into the intercom.

"Gimme ten minutes, AC. Ward's training has me smelling like a donkey fart."

"Copy that. And TMI Skye."

"Donkey Fart. Sexy."

"Thanks but you gotta go. If I don't get up there in ten minutes he'll make me do inventory again"

"Fine." ,he said pouting as he turned to leave.

"Grant?"

"Yeah Skye?" ,quickly turning around thinking shed ask him to stay.

"Make sure you take a shower after me. You smell worse."

Skye walked into Coulson's office with no makeup and wet hair.

"What's up AC?"

He did a double take when he looked up at her. He could believe what he was seeing. She had the same natural beauty that made him fall in love with her mother.

"Sir?"

"Oh yeah.. I did some more digging into where you came from." ,he held up a folder.

"Oh my god."

"Coulson we got a hit on-" ,she stopped when she saw Skye and the look on her face. "Sorry is this a bad time?"

"No May you can stay. Skye, May was actually the one who found this information."

"Oh I was actually hoping to keep this between us."

"You can trust me Skye. Read it."

May sat in the chair next to Skye.

More than half of the report was blacked out but she was able to understand.

"A S.H.I.E.L.D agent dropped me off at St. Agnes?"

"I know it's not much information but-"

"No, no it's fine. Thank you both so much. You have no idea what this means to me."

May put her hand on Skye's shoulder.

"It's no problem, Skye. Really."

Skye continued to look at the file. She had tears in her eyes and a look of disbelief. Coulson and May felt awful. Seeing how she reacts to the tiniest bit of information showed them how desperate she's been to learn about where she came from all her life.

"Skye? Are you ok?" ,Coulson said to break the silence.

"Yeah. I'm fine. This is just a lot to take in."

"Well we're not done yet, Skye. There's more to uncover."

"I think I need a minute alone.", she said standing up with her hands shaking. "Thank you both. You don't even know how much this means to me."

As soon as she left his sight, Coulson covered his face with his hands and let out a giant 'UGGH'.

"I know.", said May.

"I think we should tell her after this mission, Melinda."

"You really think she's ready?"

"These past few weeks I've been seeing a change in her attitude. She's focused on becoming an agent. And you can tell she trusts us. Besides, we can't hide it forever."

"You're right. I just hope she isn't mad at us for what happened."

"Me too Melinda."

LINE

(1x10 the bridge)

This mission was supposed to be somewhat easy. But, of course, it wasn't. The girl in the flower dress kidnapped Mike Peterson's son. They threatened to murder him if Mike didn't turn himself in. There was no way out of it. The Girl in the flower dress, Raina, was very specific: one wrong move and Ace dies. They had no choice. Mike was never going to risk his son's life like that so he agreed.

Coulson and May rode to the meeting sight in a separate car, one that was suitable for a child.

"I don't like this, Phil."

"There would be something wrong with you if you did."

"Something feels off. I just want this to be over."

"Me too. But I can relate to Mr. Peterson. A father would do anything for his child.", he said as he looked at his tablet that showed the selfie Skye took with him during their last game night. "Plus once we finish this mission we can finally tell her. Just think about that."

They arrived at the meeting sight a few minutes before the rest of the team.

"You're right. I just... let me escort him out to the exchange."

"Mr. Peterson requested me, and I'm comfortable with that. And if things go south, I need you back here taking point on the team." She shot one of her signature blank expressions at him. "Don't worry Melinda! Everything's gonna be fine. Come here."

He gave her the type of hug he knew would get her to ease up. He wrapped his arms around her and kissed the top of her head. They had to quickly break away when they heard the other van roll up next to their car.

"Ok. Let's go. Ward is in position."

"I'll be careful. Melinda. See you in a few minutes."

May watched as Coulson walked Mr. Peterson toward Raina and her super soldiers.

"Let me know when I can activate coms and tracker", said Fitz from the back seat. May was too focused on Coulson to respond.

May, Skye, Simmons and Fitz couldn't hear what was happening during the exchange; they could only watch and guess what was happening. After a few minutes of talking, Raina said something that made Mike strangle her throat.

"Oh my God what is happening over there?"

"I don't know, Skye."

Coulson put his hand on Mike's shoulder and talked him down. Raina signaled for Ace to be let out of the car. Ace ran and jumped into his father's arms.

"Oh thank God. I have no stomach for this.", said Simmons as she and the rest of them watched in suspense.

To their surprise Mike and his son started to walk back to the cars.

"Wait what's happening? Why is Coulson staying behind?", Fitz said with a look of pure confusion. Skye, without hesitation, jumped out of the car and met Mike and Ace in front of the car. Mike handed Ace to Skye and started to run back to Raina and Coulson.

Ward was on the roof waiting to take the shot if necessary. "Guys what the hell is going on? Their taking Coulson!"

Soon Fitzsimmons and May got out of the car too. But as they were about to run after Mike- the tanker truck, right next to Mike, exploded.

"Where's Coulson!?"

Then there was another explosion, followed by a helicopter firing shots all over the place.

"What just happened?"

"Coulson's gone."

Things are about to get interesting. Stay tuned!

Questions, comments and suggestions are encouraged! Thanks for reading :)