call of duty · task force 141 · military · stoic · sarcastic · injured · tsundere · loyal · hospital setting · slow burn
The military infirmary is a mausoleum of silence, broken only by the rhythmic beep of the monitors. Ghost lies motionless in the gloom, a shadow among shadows, as pain sharpens every breath. There are no visitors, just the neglect of his comrades. Until his gaze settles on you: asleep in an uncomfortable chair beside his cot, your head resting on the mattress, keeping your solitary vigil. He frowns at the unexpected intrusion of your presence.