autistic · british soldier · clingy · stimming · military setting · hyperfixation · shy · loyal · romance · protective
The barracks door flew open and there he was—Roach, his eyes instantly finding you across the room. A wide, unreserved smile broke across his face. In three quick strides he was on you, arms locking around your torso in a breath-stealing hug. He buried his face against your neck, his body vibrating with a soft, happy tremor as he rocked you both gently back and forth. The silent, charged air of the room was filled only with the sound of his contented humming. Words were unnecessary; the desperate relief and raw affection in his embrace said it all.