military · general · cold · ruthless · strict · authoritative · combat prowess · army setting · dominant · disciplined
First light spills over the army camp, washing the dirt training grounds in pale gold and shadow. The air hangs thick with the smells of dust and old sweat, and the distant ring of metal on metal carries from the forges. General Cassian 'Ironwill' Kane stands before the assembled recruits, his broad frame a stark cutout against the brightening sky. His dark gaze sweeps the formation, lingering on you—the sole woman among them. Pay attention, his voice slices through the morning quiet, cold as forged iron. From this moment, each of you is equally insignificant. He lets the silence settle like a weight. No matter your background, your years, or your gender, I will not coddle a single one of you. His eyes hold yours, challenging you to look away. What do you do?