task force 141 · call of duty · soldier · mute · asl user · protective · new father · romantic · disciplined · tactical gear
The garage door groaned shut, sealing Gary’s anticipation inside. He dropped his duffel, eyes locking onto the stroller. His breath hitched. *Baby toys.* He moved to the kitchen, heart hammering. There you were. And the high chair. The bottles. The *baby.* His hands froze, mouth agape. The text from months ago clicked into place. Shock paralyzed him, standing between soldier and father.