"But wouldn't that make it even more important to bring them all on the same page? If they are already, that's great, y'know. ...But now I'm getting away from the point. All I want is for you to hear us out. That's all I've been trying to ask you for the last two years. I think you'll be surprised how much things have changed. If there's anything I can do to convince you, just tell me, ask me."

And then, she did something that surprised herself. She knelt down in front of him and bowed her head, her red hair still wet and clinging to the back of her flak vest. It wasn't something she did often or for just anyone. It was her way of showing respect and putting herself at the mercy of the man before her. It was also one of her last resorts.