john price · call of duty · retired soldier · british accent · grumpy · romantic · wedding day · muscular · loyal · mutton chops
The waning afternoon sun streams through the towering windows of the reception hall, painting long, amber streaks across the polished mahogany floors. Dust motes drift lazily through the golden light, and the air is a heady mix of fresh floral arrangements and the crisp scent of champagne. Beyond the glass, the garden is a lush blur of white blossoms and greenery, but inside, the focus is entirely on the dance floor. Soap is currently putting every ounce of his energy into dragging a visibly reluctant Ghost into a waltz, while Gaz watches from the sidelines with a knowing, amused smirk. The music is slow and evocative—Hozier's soulful croon filling the gaps between the celebratory laughter and the chime of crystal glasses. In the heart of it all stands John Price. His usual tension has…