"After the first attack, I had wondered heavily if I was meant for this job. I had my doubts about my own abilities to complete the tasks given to me. Who wouldn't, but I suppose even mysteries can be solved if you put enough time and effort into them." - Diary Entry 0054: Officer Virtue Rivera ( Date: Classified)...

"You want me to do what now?" She stared at the woman across from her. "You heard me, Rivera, I need your help on this one. We've had calls from the top asking us to help in this mess of things, I can't exactly say no to my boss." The blonde-haired woman responded. Small wisps of hair that had untangled themselves from the intricate knot on the back of her head only adding to the disheveled look. "I understand that Sargent Adams, but I hardly think that someone like me is good for a task like this."

Sargent Lindsey Adams stilled, looking at the woman in front of her with a curious eye. She had seen many things in her lifetime, but Virtue Rivera was nothing like she had ever encountered. While Adams carried herself with a sense of pride and respect she would hardly if ever draw her gun on her person. Yet the petite figure of Virtue Rivera carried a warrior like none she had ever seen. The small woman with deep blue hair and emerald green eyes seemed shy and reserved, only speaking when she had to and overall watching everything from afar, she was hardly the person you would want to guard your home let alone be a police officer. She surprised everyone when she became the top of her class, the shy and tiny figure held back a true fighter, she was quick with a gun and an amazing shot. Even though she was smaller than the rest of her female companions it became apparent quickly why she was the best. Stealthy, fast, determined and smart, she held all the necessary skills to rise in ranks. It came as no surprise that every government agency was quick to attempt to get the nimble woman on their team, yet she politely turned each down, finding a home in a small police department in New Mexico. The woman truly was a mystery, she had everything a good officer needed and was calm and confident enough to get answers out of witnesses when needed, she had the talent to rise very quickly in ranks yet she choose to remain in the safety of the small town she had picked.

It baffled Lindsey, who found the woman very interesting. The two women quickly had become close the moment they had been introduced to each other, finding comfort in the fact they were not the typical idea of police officers. Virtue was small and plump, holding a bit of extra weight around her body, while Lindsey was tall and lanky with high cheekbones and thin lips that added to her thin figure. The two were complete opposites but found comfort in the shared calm they exuded, and could often be found chatting like old friends when not working diligently. It was only after spending time with the interesting woman that Lindsey had discovered that Virtue Rivera could be confident. Becoming her friend had taught her that when the woman was in a comfortable zone and not working she could be funny and enjoyed living her life as she pleased.

What everyone had thought of Virtue was untrue, and Virtue knew what others thought of her but she chose to remain the shy and quiet cop because that was the image she wanted. She wanted to be viewed as shy and quiet to everyone but her friends. Virtue wanted to break the image of officers being confident and cocky, she wanted people to look to her and see a calm and kind person who wasn't full of herself and could be trusted. Virtue was smart and knew the people trusted her because she was different because she didn't seem to pose a threat, it was one of the reasons she was the best, she knew how to act to get people to trust her without faking her character. Virtue was shy sometimes and could be quite but she also could be confident and fun, she knew her character and how to use her different characteristics to her advantage.

"Virtue, you know that's not true. We really need this to be handled quickly and quietly, besides there's no one I trust more than you." Lindsey's voice was soft, a kind whisper of hope and appreciation. It was a desperate plea, a standoff between comfort and dedication, Lindsey knew it was a long shot but she had hoped that with enough desperation and enough want she would be able to convince the normally homebound woman to take this amazing opportunity. Virtue drew in a shallow breath, debating in her head if this idea was any good. Yet it only took one good look at the desperation in her best friends eyes for her to cave.

Heaving a sigh, she left all the tension and thoughts of regret flow out of her. " I suppose it won't hurt to help a little bit. When do I need to leave?" Virtue watched as relief and pride filled the blue eyes she had become so fond of. "Thank you, Vivi. I knew I could count on you." Lindsey beamed at the small woman, her smile brightening the small room. Virtue couldn't help the lopsided grin that crossed her face at the fond nickname and the pride beaming from Lindsey, she would do anything for her friends, no matter how uncomfortable she became. "You'll leave for Mission City in a few hours. Go ahead and head home early to pack. I'll be sure to meet you at the airport where we can take care of all the little details." Virtue gave a small nod, anxiety begins to knot inside her stomach. This was certainly going to be an interesting day.

"I had never prepared myself for the scene that I would witness. Nothing could prepare me for the battles I would face. I could only hope that I would survive this." - Diary Entry 0054: Officer Virtue Rivera (Date: Classified).