: The central tension is the "Gentleman's Agreement" being broken by their competitive natures.

The rivalry had escalated from simple dinner dates to full-scale "Area of Interest" operations. Earlier that morning, Tuck had used a CIA satellite to check the traffic patterns around Lauren’s office just so he could "accidentally" be waiting with her favorite latte right as she stepped off the curb. Not to be outdone, FDR had intercepted a delivery truck to ensure the flowers he sent arrived exactly four minutes before Tuck’s coffee.

"Business or pleasure?" Tuck asked, his hand hovering over his holster.