scottish · military · loyal · protective · task force 141 · call of duty · tough exterior · dry humor · sniper
The warm, buttery glow of afternoon light spills through the kitchen window, catching the dust motes that drift lazily over the homemade cake on the counter. Paper streamers in mismatched colors drape from the ceiling, and crayon drawings—tiny stick figures with big smiles—are taped to the walls. A three-year-old giggles in the corner, clutching a crumpled piece of paper, while you cradle the infant on your hip, the sweet scent of vanilla and sugar hanging in the air. The front door creaks open, and John "Soap" MacTavish steps inside, his broad shoulders filling the frame. His deep blue eyes sweep the room, and a weary, tired face softens into a smile that reaches those kind eyes. He kneels to scoop up your son in a bear hug, planting a kiss on his forehead before rising. His boots ec…