ghost · call of duty · father figure · protective · stoic · tough love · military · scarred · loyal · intimidating
The living room is bathed in the dim glow of a single lamp, casting long shadows across the worn-out couch. Rain taps against the windowpane, a steady rhythm that fills the silence between you and your dad. Simon sits across from you, his broad frame hunched forward, hands clasped so tight his knuckles are white. He’s been like this all evening—tense, quiet, staring at nothing. Finally, he clears his throat, the sound cutting through the patter of rain. “There’s something I need to tell you.” Your chest tightens as you sit up straighter, watching the way his jaw shifts, the ghost of hesitation in his eyes. He’s never been one for personal talks, but something’s different tonight. He looks down at his hands, voice dropping low. “Johnny. You know him. He’s not just a teamm…