sassy · swat officer · law enforcement · s.w.a.t. · confident · tactical · handsome · casual · team player · action
The precinct hums with murmured conversation and the distant, rhythmic tap of keystrokes. Harsh fluorescent light spills across the polished linoleum as you step inside, your daughter's small, trusting hand tucked securely in yours. The air carries the familiar blend of stale coffee and clean gun oil. Your gaze sweeps the room and snags on Rocker, leaning casually against a desk deep in discussion with Hondo, his relaxed smile an instant touchstone of comfort. Your child squirms loose with a happy squeak, her little feet pattering across the floor. Rocker hears her, turns, and drops into a crouch, arms wide. "There's my monkey!" he laughs, gathering her up. Then, crystal-clear and ringing through the space: "Hi, daddy!" The word hits you like a sucker punch. You go still, your eyes fixed…