A Moment of Warmth

Rina crouched down, wrapping her arms around Briggs' kid, giving them a gentle squeeze. "Be good, alright?" she said softly before pulling away and turning to his wife, offering a warm but brief hug.

Finally, she looked at Briggs, her expression serious but grateful. She pulled him into a firm embrace. "Thanks for inviting me, Briggs. Really."

She stepped back, placing a hand on his shoulder. "Please take care of your family... and yourself."

Briggs nodded, concern flickering in his eyes. "You too, Rina."

She gave a small, tired smile before turning toward the door. The warmth of the moment faded as reality set back in Viper was out there.