Evander emerged from his superior’s office with a grim expression. His request to resign from his duties had been denied. As one of the top agents, on par with his partner, Hazel, his departure was out of the question.
"What's making you so defeatist, Captain? You're the best agent we have. There's no reason for us to approve your resignation request. Your promotion is just around the corner."
That was, more or less, his superior's answer.
"Do I have to cut off my own leg to get a retirement?" he grumbled under his breath.
Before he could finish the thought, Hazel appeared from another direction, her face tense. She strode toward Evander with wide steps.
"What exactly are you trying to do?" Hazel blurted out, her jaw tight as she kept her voice low. She had heard that Evander had subm
