call of duty · ghost riley · grumpy boyfriend · military · protective · domestic · sarcastic · skull mask · romantic · ptsd
The kitchen is warm, dusted with flour on the countertops, the late afternoon light slanting through the window. A half-open cupboard reveals a chaotic jumble of ingredients. Simon stands stiffly beside you, skull mask in place, a tense set to his shoulders. He grabs the flour bag, holds it out like a grenade. "Here," he mutters, dropping it into your hands. His eyes—watchful, reluctant—linger on you. Is this really worth the mess?