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They ran with the briefcase on unstable ground in a surprisingly large cement tunnel. The ground was covered in deep holes from rockets and bombs. Before all the explosives the cement was heavily damaged. Cement chunks littering the surfaces. Unsurprisingly large holes were everywhere too. The room’s cement walls were better, not nearly as broken. You tried your best to run deeper into the tunnel but it was near impossible without falling.
Before you could even register falling you slammed into the ground hard, the briefcase went somewhere. You couldn't see where it landed only hearing thuds and scratches on your right. With some struggling you get back up. You quickly start to panic not seeing the briefcase anywhere. You swiftly scan the tunnel while walking right. Suddenly you stop when seeing a particularly large hole that could fit a Scout. Bright red catches your eyes, but the briefcase was stuck deep in that hole. The hole restrained the briefcase with jagged edges protecting it.
Carefully you lay down next to the hole as you hear steel toe boots in the distance. “I thought I lost them all,” you think to yourself. You thought no one saw the direction you went well running away. As fast as you can (without slicing your arms to pieces) you try grabbing the briefcase as the steps slowly get louder. Some part of your brain is screaming to run by now. Despite reaching your whole arm in its still too far, the only way to grab it is getting help from your team. You try your best to quickly get out of the hole but it's too late. He came into the room in the middle of you running away. A bullet shoots through the air into your knee. Again you slam down onto the ground in agonizing pain. You only got to the middle of the room before getting shot, still painfully far from the exit. With adrenaline running high you flip over. Your blood goes cold as you realize it's the red team Engineer holding a gun to your head. Your mind runs through all the past times he’s dealt with the blue mercenaries by himself. He would beat you to near death then leave you to bleed out if he's feeling kind. One time he shot a spy in the neck, then when Spy was close to death Engineer threw him out in front of his sentry. There were so many worse things but your mind quickly stopped as he said, “Now darling, where's that briefcase?” The darling was spiteful; he was clearly trying to irritate you.
You have never so desperately wanted your Engi so badly before. Your mouth feels dry so you slowly lift a finger to the hole. Weirdly at this angle he didn't look so short. The short man walked closer to you until he could look into the hole. He stands above you with so much confidence. It was cute seeing him stand there being intimidating. It's a little funny given the fact you're taller. He shot you a grin as he said “Try anything and I’ll shoot you.” Slowly you put your arm down as he started walking to the hole keeping his eyes focused on you. It almost felt like he was studying your body to the smallest scar or curve. You decided it was only fair if you did the same thing, possibly could make him look less close after all. While looking you realized he was quite handsome. His stubble was nicely trimmed and complimented well with his very nice blocky jaw. You were taken out of your thoughts as he started bending down. A sharp chuckle escaped you so Engineer stopped moving. Despite not seeing his eyes you could still tell he was upset.
“Now what's so funny. Did you do something to that briefcase?” He said sharply, aiming the gun just a little higher. “No!” you blurted out. He thought for a moment before saying “Why’d you chuckle then.” A small blush went over your face, “I couldn't reach it. I would need someone to help me grab it because the briefcase is too far down.” A shit eating grin came across his face as he said “Looks like I'm the one that's gonna help you darling. Now I am going to drag you over here then lower you into the hole. If you try anything I will shoot you then beat you. Understand darling?” You quickly shake your head, just a little too eager to be dragged by him. He walked over to you then grabbed you by the collar of your shirt. Engineer is stronger than expected. He has large thick arms from carrying machines around all day that are somewhat defined. His hands were big with thick lengthy fingers (they're probably good for many things besides his projects). He didn't have a very defined muscular body but that was kind of attractive. Sadly you were reminded of your current situation when you were thrown next to the hole. Now all the falling or throwing down was becoming irritating, it happened 3 times already! Slowly Engineer lowered himself as he tangled his hand into your belt loops. A little bit of you wanted him to eat your body with his eyes but right now you couldn't be distracted. You began to carefully lower yourself into the hole with his help. Eventually you got the briefcase handle and wiggled the briefcase loose. A bright blush came across your face as you realized you couldn't get out. Everywhere you could put your hand would slice it open so you had to be pulled out. “Engineer, I need you to pull me out. I have the briefcase.” All you heard was a laugh from above, “Alright darling.” Engineer slowly lifts you out by your belt loops then slides a hand on your waist. He used his hand to get you out easier.
When you were out of the hole he grabbed his gun and suitcase. “Since you were so well behaved, I’m just going to shoot you.” Before you could even fully register his final words everything went black. You wake up standing in the spawn room. The Announcer’s voice came on, she said the same “FAILURE” you always disliked. You started the walk to your room when you heard a familiar short southern man. “Hey! I was wondering how long until you got back. I was starting to get worried about you.” As Engi quickly runs up to you with a smile. You couldn't help but blush, “I failed. I lost the briefcase in the end.” Engi continued smiling, “Your plan almost worked perfectly. If I were to improve it then we would have nothing to worry about.” You rolled your eyes and smiled. You aren't exactly sure what these feelings are. Right now though, you're going to focus on chatting with Engi even if your face is very red. He looked concerned, “You ok partner?” your face heats up more before ranting about being hot. He accepts your answer with hesitation. Quickly you start talking about the plan and Engi happily helps with improvement.