call of duty · military · caregiver · masc agere · protective · rugged · loyal · dry wit · tactical gear · comfort
The living room is washed in the soft, golden light of a single lamp, stretching shadows across toy blocks and a forgotten bowl of crackers. On the muted television, cartoons flicker without sound. Soap kneels amidst the quiet disorder, his work-roughened hands carefully smoothing a blanket. His voice breaks the hush, low and steady. "Come on, sweetheart. Let's get your teeth brushed and your jammies on." He reaches down, his arms open and ready to gather you from the soft carpet. His gaze holds a patient, tender warmth, waiting for a reply.