Roberta's eyes were still puffy from crying as she stood in the dimly lit room, her back against the cold concrete wall. Sebastian had just convinced her to let him stay by her side, despite the dangers they faced. The reality of their situation weighed heavily on her, and though her heart was torn, she knew deep down that she couldn't do this alone anymore.
Sebastian approached her cautiously, his voice soft but resolute. "Roberta, we need to be smart about this. We can't take on all these enemies by ourselves. We need allies, and the Lagoon Company is offering their help."
Roberta clenched her fists, her mind racing. "I'm not used to relying on others, Sebastian. Every time I've let someone in, they've either betrayed me or paid the price for my actions."
Sebastian reached out, gently taking her hand. "I know it's hard, but we're stronger together. The Lagoon Company isn't just a group of mercenaries—they're friends who've proven they can be trusted. They won't let you down."
Roberta looked into his eyes, searching for any sign of doubt or hesitation, but all she saw was unwavering determination. She sighed, nodding reluctantly. "Alright. We'll work together. But if anything happens to you, Sebastian, I won't forgive myself."
He smiled, squeezing her hand reassuringly. "Nothing's going to happen to me. I promise."
With their decision made, they rejoined the rest of the Lagoon Company in the safe house's main room. Dutch, Rock, Benny, and Revy were already discussing their next move. The atmosphere was tense but focused; they knew the stakes were high.
Dutch was the first to speak. "Alright, we've got a plan. We're going to hit the CIA's GREY FOX unit base. It's the last piece of the puzzle for Roberta's revenge, and it's the key to finally bringing her peace."
Rock nodded, his expression serious. "We've done our homework. The base is heavily guarded, but we've identified a few weak spots in their defenses. If we strike quickly and precisely, we can take them down before they even know what hit them."
Revy, leaning against the wall with her arms crossed, added, "But it's not gonna be a walk in the park. These guys are pros, and they won't hesitate to kill us if they get the chance. We'll need to be at the top of our game."
Roberta listened quietly, her mind processing the information. The thought of finally confronting the people responsible for her master's death filled her with a mix of dread and anticipation. But there was also a flicker of something else—hope. Hope that after all this, she could finally let go of the rage that had consumed her for so long.
"We'll do it," Roberta said firmly. "But we need to be prepared for anything. These men are dangerous, and they won't go down without a fight."
Sebastian nodded in agreement. "We'll go in with everything we've got. But remember, Roberta, we're doing this together. No more going off on your own."
Roberta met his gaze, a small smile tugging at the corners of her lips. "Alright, together."
The night of the assault arrived quickly. The Lagoon Company and Roberta prepared themselves for the mission ahead, each member focused and ready for what was to come. Sebastian could feel the tension in the air as they approached the GREY FOX unit's base, a fortified compound on the outskirts of Roanapur.
As they moved into position, Sebastian couldn't help but glance at Roberta. She was the epitome of calm and deadly precision, her movements swift and silent as she prepared her weapons. Despite the chaos and bloodshed that awaited them, there was a strange sense of tranquility about her, as if she was finally at peace with her decision to trust in the team.
Dutch, who was leading the operation, signaled for everyone to get ready. The plan was to breach the compound's eastern perimeter, where the defenses were weakest. Once inside, they would split into two teams—one to disable the base's communications and the other to take out the GREY FOX operatives.
Sebastian, Roberta, and Revy formed the second team. Their objective was clear: find Marcos Jose Lucientes and the remaining GREY FOX mercenaries and eliminate them.
The assault began with a series of controlled explosions, blowing open the eastern gate. Dutch's team moved in first, swiftly taking out the guards and disabling the base's alarms. Sebastian's team followed close behind, navigating the labyrinth of corridors and stairwells with practiced ease.
As they moved deeper into the compound, the resistance grew fiercer. GREY FOX operatives, alerted to the intrusion, launched a counterattack, forcing Sebastian and his team to fight their way through. The air was thick with the sound of gunfire and the smell of gunpowder, but Sebastian kept his focus on the mission, relying on his training and instincts to guide him.
Finally, they reached the heart of the base—a large, dimly lit room that served as the command center. Inside, they found Marcos Jose Lucientes and his men, their expressions twisted in shock and fear at the sight of Roberta.
"Roberta…!" Lucientes gasped, his voice trembling. "You… you can't be here…!"
Roberta's eyes narrowed as she stepped forward, her gun trained on Lucientes. "You took everything from me. Now, it's time to pay."
Lucientes, realizing he had no escape, dropped to his knees, pleading for mercy. "Please! I was just following orders! I never meant for Diego to die!"
But Roberta was unmoved. Her finger tightened on the trigger, but before she could pull it, Sebastian placed a hand on her shoulder. "Roberta, stop."
She hesitated, glancing back at Sebastian. "He deserves this. They all do."
"I know," Sebastian said softly. "But you don't have to carry this burden alone. We can bring them to justice without losing yourself in the process."
For a moment, the room was silent, the tension thick enough to cut with a knife. Then, slowly, Roberta lowered her gun, tears welling up in her eyes. "I don't want to be this person anymore, Sebastian."
Sebastian pulled her into his arms, holding her close. "You're not. You're stronger than this, Roberta. We'll get through this together."
Revy, who had been watching the exchange, stepped forward, her usual tough demeanor softened by a rare moment of empathy. "Let's end this. We've got what we came for."
With Roberta's revenge finally within reach, but tempered by Sebastian's love and support, the team moved to neutralize the remaining GREY FOX operatives. The battle was fierce, but with their combined skills and determination, they emerged victorious.
As the last of the mercenaries fell, Roberta stood in the center of the room, her expression a mixture of relief and exhaustion. The burden of vengeance had been lifted, and for the first time in a long time, she felt a sense of peace.
Sebastian approached her, his hand gently brushing a stray tear from her cheek. "It's over, Roberta. You're free now."
Roberta nodded, a small smile playing on her lips. "Thank you, Sebastian. For everything."
Their moment was interrupted by Dutch's voice crackling over the radio. "We're clear. Time to get out of here before reinforcements arrive."
As they made their way out of the compound, the bond between them all had grown even stronger. They had faced darkness and emerged on the other side, their alliance forged in the fires of battle and tempered by the strength of their relationships.
Back at the safe house, as the adrenaline of the battle began to fade, Roberta and Sebastian sat together, reflecting on everything they had been through. There was still a long road ahead, but for the first time in a long time, they faced it with hope.
Roberta looked at Sebastian, her heart full of gratitude and love. "I don't know what the future holds, but as long as we're together, I know we can face anything."
Sebastian smiled, taking her hand in his. "Together, Roberta. Always."