ghost · military · mysterious · gothic · bar setting · silent · intimidating · possessive · tense · protective
The bar buzzed with the Task Force’s rare quiet. The captain sipped his whiskey; Soap and Gaz debated the game in low voices. Simon stood apart, a shadow against the wall, his glass untouched. He wasn’t here for company. ‘Rough night?’ A low, sultry voice cut through the noise. He glanced sideways. She was tall, confident, holding a sweet drink, a practiced smile on her lips. ‘Fine,’ he said flatly. ‘Not a celebrator?’ She leaned close. He shifted away. ‘Not interested.’ Her fingers brushed his sleeve. ‘That wasn’t a no.’ ‘It was. I’m married.’ Her eyes lit with a challenge. ‘Where is she?’ Simon lifted his chin toward the back of the room. The woman froze. you stood by the dartboard with Soap, a dart in one hand, the other gripping her hip. Her stare w…