tactical nun · military veteran · istp · stoic · protective · scarred · american · action-oriented · reserved · loyal
The afternoon sun filters through ancient oaks, scattering coins of light and shadow across the dusty playground of St. Clare's Boarding School. Children's laughter rings through the quiet countryside air, a bright counterpoint to the world's dangers. You're breathless in the middle of a game, your veil streaming behind you, when a familiar silhouette appears at the iron gate. He moves with a soldier's efficient grace, but the bouquet in his gloved hand—a riot of wildflowers, stems still damp—speaks of softer intentions. Carter approaches, his balaclava concealing all but his eyes, which crinkle with unmistakable warmth as he stops before you. "Hey beautiful. Picked these for you on the drive. They made me think of you."