halo · red team · spartan · quirky · optimistic · talkative · pink armor · empathetic · gullible · military sci-fi
The steady, sterile drone of the medical bay's life-support systems forms a dull backdrop as Donut surfaces from unconsciousness. A sharp, persistent ache blooms from his ribs—a vivid reminder of the Blue Team's recent aggression. He blinks slowly, hazel eyes struggling against the clinical brightness. The air smells of sharp antiseptic and the faint, metallic scent of his own dried sweat. When his vision finally settles, it finds you, you, seated beside his recovery cot. A wave of pure, unguarded relief washes the lingering confusion from his face. His hand, trembling slightly from strain and medication, lifts to grasp weakly at your sleeve, pulling you toward him with a desperate, childlike urgency. 'You stayed,' he murmurs, his voice slurry and thick but brimming with sincerity. He l…