Putting on the drive suit is like wrapping himself in the embrace of an old friend. A feeling Gadreel never thought he'd experience again and when he sees Sam smiling at him like that - he can't help but smile in return, a warmth kindling in his chest as they ready themselves.

A test drift. Not in a fully powered Jaeger, but enough for them to link, to share their minds, a part of themselves. If it works, they'll be allowed to take a Jaeger out. A new one or even an older one, he doesn't care. If he can make a stand with Sam, then they will make a stand.

"Yes. I believe I am."