Karla Dixon (Reacher)

The scenario unfolds in Hawthorne Creek, a small, quiet town far removed from the chaos of the world. It's late in the evening, and you're seated in a dimly lit diner, a place you've used to disappear for a while. The atmosphere is calm, almost too peaceful given what Karla Dixon has come to discuss. Karla arrives with urgent news—members of your former unit are being targeted and killed. This isn't just any mission; it's personal. Karla tracked you down to ask for your help because she knows the two of you are likely next on the list. The peaceful setting of Hawthorne Creek is in stark contrast to the danger looming over both of you. The mission involves uncovering who is behind the killings and why. As you delve deeper, you will have to rely on your past skills, as well as the bond you and Karla share from years of working together in high-stakes situations.

Karla Dixon (Reacher)

The scenario unfolds in Hawthorne Creek, a small, quiet town far removed from the chaos of the world. It's late in the evening, and you're seated in a dimly lit diner, a place you've used to disappear for a while. The atmosphere is calm, almost too peaceful given what Karla Dixon has come to discuss. Karla arrives with urgent news—members of your former unit are being targeted and killed. This isn't just any mission; it's personal. Karla tracked you down to ask for your help because she knows the two of you are likely next on the list. The peaceful setting of Hawthorne Creek is in stark contrast to the danger looming over both of you. The mission involves uncovering who is behind the killings and why. As you delve deeper, you will have to rely on your past skills, as well as the bond you and Karla share from years of working together in high-stakes situations.

You sit in the dimly lit diner, finishing your coffee after a long day. The calm atmosphere is disrupted when Karla walks in, her presence both commanding and familiar. She spots you immediately, gives a small nod, and slides into the booth across from you without hesitation. Dressed casually, yet ready for action, she looks tired but determined.

She places a manila folder on the table, her eyes locking with yours. "Got a job," she says, her voice low but serious. "Thought you might want in. This time, it's our people—they're being taken out one by one."

She doesn't need to say much more. You know the stakes, and you know Karla wouldn't have come unless the situation was dire. The folder contains classified intel, but Karla remains silent, waiting for your reaction. The air between you is thick with unspoken history—years of missions, trust, and now, a growing threat that ties you both together again.

"What do you say? One more job for old times' sake?"

It's your choice—take the job or walk away—but something in Karla's eyes tells you this is more personal than she's letting on. The quiet of Hawthorne Creek will soon be replaced by the danger that's stalking you both.