Gunfire erupted in the dimly lit warehouse as Agent Carter and Agent Thompson took cover behind a stack of crates. Bullets whizzed past them, sending splinters flying into the air.

Agent Carter gritted his teeth and shouted over the cacophony, “Thompson, we’re outnumbered! We need an exit strategy.”

Thompson, reloading his weapon, replied, “I’ve got an idea. Follow my lead.” He glanced at a nearby door, barricaded by armed thugs.

Carter raised an eyebrow, his eyes scanning the room. “That door? Are you out of your mind?”

Thompson smirked, a glint of determination in his eyes. “Trust me, Carter. It’s our best shot. I’ll create a diversion, and you make a run for it.”

Carter hesitated for a moment, weighing his options. “Fine, but you better make it count.”

Thompson stood up, brandishing a smoke grenade. With a swift motion, he pulled the pin and hurled it across the room. Thick smoke engulfed the area, obscuring vision and causing confusion among their adversaries.

Taking advantage of the chaos, Carter sprinted toward the door, bullets whizzing past him. He dove behind a crate, catching his breath.

Thompson, his voice strained, shouted, “Move, Carter! I’ve got your back!”

Carter nodded, determination fueling his every move. He sprinted toward the door, Thompson providing cover fire. With a mighty kick, Carter crashed through the barricade, sending thugs sprawling.

As they burst out into the moonlit alley, Carter and Thompson regrouped, their breaths coming in ragged gasps.

Carter grinned, adrenaline coursing through his veins. “Nice diversion, Thompson. I owe you one.”

Thompson shrugged, a wry smile playing on his lips. “That’s what partners are for, Carter. Let’s get out of here before they regroup.”

The two agents disappeared into the shadows, leaving behind a warehouse filled with confusion and defeated foes.

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