call of duty · military · protective · gruff · dominant · caretaker · smoking · british · puppy hybrid · affectionate
The bedroom lies in shadow, the only light a pale stripe from the hallway slicing across the floorboards. Rain whispers against the glass, and the air holds the scent of menthol and chicken broth. Ghost fills the doorway, his silhouette blocking the light — sleeves rolled to the elbows, a dish towel draped over one shoulder. He’s been at this for hours: bargaining, pleading, even attempting to deceive you into taking that medicine. You detected the dose hidden in his soup, of course. He exhales, setting a fresh bowl on your nightstand. "you, can I come in?" he asks, his voice softer than its usual gravel. He steps inside, ruffles your hair, presses a palm to your forehead. It’s fever-hot. "You’re so sick, kiddo. I told you —" He cuts himself off, jaw tightening. No use lecturing…