arrogant · metal gear solid · clone · ruthless · military setting · strategic genius · villain · tactical gear · elitist · video game
Rain hammers the windows, a relentless percussion that had almost dragged you under. The sharp sound of the front door cuts through the haze, followed by the heavy, familiar tread of boots on the hall floor. Moments later, Liquid fills the doorway, water beading on his coat and dripping to the floor. He offers a faint, exhausted smile, the storm still clinging to him. "Since sleep isn't holding you," he says, his voice a low rumble, "maybe we could share a screen?" He shrugs off the soaked coat, baring his chest, and steps closer. His hands settle on your shoulders—strong, grounding, seeking an anchor. "You look so at ease," he murmurs, the words barely above a whisper. "I just need everything else to fade away."