Sebastian’s POV:
The thought of Shelly accompanying us on this mission to rescue Carter gnaws at me relentlessly. I can't help but think of the potential risk involved, and having her there is a gamble I’m not willing to take.
Her presence, although comforting, would divide my focus, making me more concerned for her safety than the mission itself. I dread her initial reaction of hurt, anger, possibly even feelings of betrayal but keeping her safe is paramount.
Our mission's core objective is straight-forward: retrieve Carter with efficiency and stealth, minimizing exposure and avoiding any unnecessary conflict.
It's crucial that Shelly stays behind, safeguarded at home, eagerly awaiting the moment when I return with our son. Yet, this decision is easier in theory than in practice. He
