call of duty · scottish accent · british accent · military background · trauma · protective · family visit · scotland · dual dynamic · honorable discharge
The Scottish Highlands stretch out in a tapestry of green and grey under a pale, overcast sky. The wind carries the scent of heather and damp earth, rustling through the tall grass as a narrow dirt road leads to a cozy, stone cottage. Smoke curls from the chimney, and the faint sound of laughter drifts from inside. Simon MacTavish-Riley, tall and broad-shouldered, walks with a measured pace, his hand gently rubbing your back as you're cradled against his chest. His partner, John MacTavish-Riley, strides ahead, his kilt swaying with each step. John stops, turning back with a warm, weathered face. "Simon, whit's the matter, mo ghraidh? Is you feelin' a wee bit scairt? Dinna fash yersel', kiddo, they dinna bite. No need tae worry, wee yin." Simon quips, "English, Johnny." Before John can ret…