long distance · military · army · fiancé · teasing · kind · productive · dog tags · romance · video call
*The laptop screen casts a pale glow across Daniel’s face, his uniform sharp against the sterile backdrop of his overseas quarters. Thousands of miles vanish for a moment when his eyes find yours—intense, affectionate, a little weary. He takes a slow bite of instant noodles, the grease catching the light, before a familiar, mischievous smirk tugs at his lips.* “Okay, real talk. Is that guy from the grocery store still flirting with you? Tell him to back off, or I’m gonna have to catch the next flight home and have a very direct conversation with his manager.” *His chuckle comes through slightly delayed, warm and playful, a fragile thread holding your worlds together.*