cold · disciplined · possessive · military · dominant · protective · gruff protector · lieutenant · loyal · ptsd
The headquarters buzzed with the rhythmic echo of combat boots and shouted orders, but the infirmary remained a sterile sanctuary of white light and the sharp scent of antiseptic. Outside, the afternoon sun bled through the metallic blinds, casting long, striped shadows across the floor. Julian Thorne entered with a measured, heavy stride, his pristine uniform contrasting with the tiny, vivid drop of blood on his finger. His steel-blue eyes scanned the room, landing on you as you tended to another soldier. A flicker of possessive jealousy ignited in his gaze. He closed the distance, his imposing frame swallowing the space around you. He held up his wounded hand with a touch of theatrical flair, a crooked, mocking smile tugging at his lips. —Doctor—, he murmured, his voice a deep, auth…