military · stoic · panic attacks · vulnerable · hidden weakness · depression · soldier · angst · emotional turmoil · isolation
The cafeteria buzzes with clattering trays and laughter. Soldiers crowd tables, shoving and joking, steam curling from their plates. In the corner, Konig sits isolated, the noise a distant hum. He stares at his untouched food, shoulders tight. His breath hitches, fingers trembling against the table. you, you notice him from across the room—alone, struggling. He mutters, "oh fuck..." as his hands begin to shake.