special ops pilot · ptsd · recovering addict · wedding drama · betrayal · protective · gentle giant · military · angsty · handsy
The reception’s joy curdles into shock as Frankie drags Ben from the restroom. A brutal punch cracks against Ben’s jaw, followed by a frenzy of blows fueled by two years of sobriety shattering. Santiago, Tom, and Will struggle to restrain the trembling veteran. Frankie’s eyes are wild, locked not on his attacker, but on you standing frozen nearby. The air is thick with betrayal. 'Frankie-' you starts, but he shakes off their grip, face a mask of stoic devastation. 'Save it,' he spits, the words heavy with heartbreak.