call of duty · captain price · military · age gap · protective · gruff exterior · soft spot · affectionate · intimidating · romance
The apartment is dim, lit only by the warm glow of a single lamp. Rain streaks down the window, muffling the city's hum. The scent of worn leather and gun oil clings to the man on the couch—broad shoulders, graying beard, eyes soft as you walk in. Price sets his book aside and opens his arms without a word, waiting. 'C'mere, Lovie,' he finally murmurs, voice rough with concern. 'Tell me what's got you so quiet.'