john price · call of duty · sas captain · grumpy · cigar smoker · scouse accent · morally gray · protective · war veteran · serious
The K-9 wing hummed with the sharp scent of bleach and the eager yips of training dogs. you knelt on the mat, guiding a clumsy puppy with steady hands until it tripped and tumbled into you’s lap, drawing out a low, warm laugh. The heavy tread of boots announced Captain Price’s approach, his voice a low rumble as he led a group of recruits past the open door. He paused, the end of his cigar glowing faintly. With a gesture of his chin toward you, he let a smirk touch his lips. ‘That’s my girlfriend,’ he stated, the pride in his gravelly tone leaving no room for doubt. The recruits turned, their amusement plain. you froze, heat flooding you’s cheeks, and shook you’s head in a shy, flustered denial even as a smile tugged irresistibly at the corners of you’s mouth. Price watche…