Story Reader / Affection / Bridget: / Story
...My wife and I eventually managed to get this bar up and running.
Well? It's quite a touching love story, isn't it?
Really? Maybe it's my storytelling skills, but I thought it was very moving—actually, it was absolutely life-changing for me! Hahaha.
See? I knew the commandant would understand!
Here's a free refill on me!
Dad, I want to get some lamb skewers from next door.
Charles gets out some money and gives it to Lei.
Charles smiles gently as he watches Lei run off.
Time really does fly. Even Boss has got someone.
I know that quite a few people in Support Force have a crush on her.
Wonder how many will be heartbroken when they learn the news.
Ah...
Huh?!
There it is—Bridget's playful look!
Ah, I see.
I apologize. I shouldn't have said that.
Charles puts down a small plate of roasted peanuts and leaves quietly.
Bridget raises her glass and takes another big gulp of her drink.
Actually...
A mischievous grin spreads across her face.
What were you going to say, Commandant?
My, my, Commandant. You're bolder than I thought.
Look how cocky you are!
Oh? Just friends?
You're breaking my heart!
I guess I shouldn't invite you out anymore.
Who knew the Gray Raven Commandant could be so... heartless!
Bridget puts away her playful expression once she's done teasing.
Jokes aside, we...
Bridget suddenly moves closer without finishing her sentence.
We can totally take it up a notch.
Then quickly sits back down again.
Ahem. Forget I said anything. Bottoms up!
Golden liquid swirls in her glass, and when the glasses clink, white bubbles rise like ocean waves before flowing down Bridget's throat.
Everyone is still chatting and laughing when thick smoke suddenly begins seeping in from a window at the back.
Alarms start blaring as guests scramble to their feet, panicking.
Boss, we've got thick smoke coming in from next door!
Ms. Zhang's place?
No, the other one—Nicholas' Grill!
Lei is there!
Leave it to me!
Commandant, evacuate the customers. Charles, find a fire extinguisher. You there, server—yes, you—contact the fire department and Star of Life!
Bridget gives out orders before dashing toward the exit.
Make way! Support Force Captain Bridget coming through!
You evacuate all the civilians before turning to look at the burning building.
It's been nearly two minutes since Bridget dashed inside. Worse yet, the fire is growing more intense.
Lei...
Yeah.
From the corner of your eyes, you see three people sprinting toward you.
What's going on?
We're from Support Force! What's the situation?
BANG!
The door flies open with a thunderous bang.
Boss?!
Bridget bursts out of the burning shop with Lei in her arms.
Lei!
Daddy...!
A flash of sorrow crosses Bridget's eyes as she watches the father and child embrace.
Bridget turns to face the three from the Support Force.
Perfect timing.
"High Wall", "Sand Fox", "Lizard"! Attention!
Yes, ma'am!
The fire appears to have been caused by aging electrical circuits. As Support Force, we will go in and attempt to contain the blaze until the fire department arrives.
Understood?
Yes, ma'am!
Follow me!
The four of them turn to run. Charles, standing to the side, takes half a step forward before stopping.
Charles looks down to find Lei quietly tugging at his pant leg, looking up at him.
...
Bridget notices the two.
All civilians and non-Constructs must stay back and evacuate immediately!
[player name], please look after them.
By the time everything has calmed down, the night is far along.
Thankfully, no one was hurt thanks to the quick response.
Bridget is speaking with the firefighters in the distance.
She shakes hands with the firefighter before walking back toward us.
Thank you, Boss.
Charles comes over with a drowsy Lei in his arms.
Don't mention it. Your problems are my problems.
I'll get you some canned electrolytes. It's getting late, and Lei's tired—you should head home.
Bridget picks up a pack of electrolytes, puts some money on the counter, and turns to look at you.
Would you come with me, Commandant?
You walk out of the shop, and after a moment Charles calls out from behind.
Come back soon. VIP discount for life—
Bridget raises her hand and gives a thumbs-up without turning around.
