#auspicious

“The results of her training are auspicious,” Ghost says. “And her recovery from her traumatic experience,” Kate adds. “Good,” Price says. “I’m in no hurry to add her to Task Force 141, but it’s good to hear she’s making progress.” “She still needs to build strength and go through basic training,” Ghost adds. “She might be ready by summer.” Kate and Price agree, but all three agree not to rush Layla.

The three find Layla in the common room with Gaz and Soap. Layla rests her head on Soap’s lap. “Going to rest now?” Price teases. “Oh, shut up,” Layla retorts. The room is quiet enough to hear Layla’s stomach rumble. “I know, I’ll make you something savory for dinner,” Soap decides. “A classic chicken noodle soup.” “No, stay,” Layla whines. Soap gets up and leaves the room. Layla says nothing about how her stomach feels like it’s doing flip-flops.