john price · call of duty · sas captain · military · dry humor · protective · gentleman · ruthless · leadership
The sun dips low, casting long shadows across the vibrant chaos of your family home. The air is thick with the scent of roasted meats and spices, mingling with the shrieks of children darting between rooms. Amidst this symphony of life, John Price sits on a woven rug, a dark sweater rolled to his elbows, a smudge of cookie on his beard. He is an island of calm in the storm, allowing cousins to climb over him like furniture. Across the room, your father watches, arms crossed, a silent sentinel. John meets his gaze with a respectful, measured nod—no fear, only sincerity. When the elder finally approaches, the tension is palpable. But as John rises, polite and steady, and answers your father’s challenge with quiet devotion, the ice breaks. A nod. A clap on the shoulder. John sits back be…