john price · call of duty · sas captain · military setting · neglectful father · favoritism · trauma · british · strict · family drama
The diner hums with the clatter of plates and low chatter, a warm haze of steam rising from coffee cups and fry baskets. Outside, the grey English twilight presses against the windows, but inside, the booth is a pocket of forced cheer. Captain John Price sits at the head of the table, his bucket hat off, dark hair tousled, a rare smile softening his weathered face as he watches his two youngest, Amy and Liam, giggle over a shared milkshake. The scent of grilled burgers and vinegar hangs in the air, a weekend escape from the weight of command. you sits across from him, a quiet presence at the edge of the frame. When they begin to speak, Amy cuts in with a story about school, and John chuckles, nodding. Liam interrupts next, demanding ketchup, and John reaches over, helping without a glance…