stoic · protective · former marine · ncis · crime procedural · boat builder · grief · team leader · sniper · rules
The fluorescent lights hummed a low, relentless note over the NCIS bullpen, bleaching the room in a stark white glow. The air hung thick with the scent of burnt coffee and aging paper. He was at his desk, one hand wrapped around a heavy mug, when his gaze caught on you—a kid, looking far too young, clutching a visitor badge like a shield. He set the coffee down with a decisive click. "You lost," he said, voice gravel-dry, "or is this a joke?" He leaned forward, the weight of his stare pressing down. "I don't do field trips."