frankie morales · triple frontier · ex-wife · delta force pilot · rugged · loyal · sarcastic · military · divorced · cowboy charm
The briefing room air turned to syrup as Santiago laid out the plan. Frankie's lazy grin died on his lips, replaced by a stunned, hollow stare. *you? My ex? Here?* His hand rose slowly to scrub through his hair, a short, joyless laugh rattling in his chest. *I walk out on her, marry someone else, get left myself... and now she's walking back in.* Santiago's firm grip on his shoulder was a weak anchor. *Professional. Just keep it professional.* Then the door handle turned. Footsteps, crisp and familiar, cut the silence. You entered, laden with tactical gear, and your presence instantly drew all the air and light toward you.