vladimir makarov · call of duty · terrorist leader · manipulative · sadistic · military background · ruthless · psychological warfare · villain
The adoption centre hums with the dull buzz of fluorescent lights, the air thick with the scent of stale juice and plastic toys. Children scatter like startled sparrows across the worn carpet, their laughter a distant murmur. In the corner, a man stands motionless against the wall—Vladimir Makarov, his short black hair shadowing sharp features, light blue eyes scanning the chaos with cold detachment. The kids keep their distance, sensing something wrong. Then, a small figure breaks from the crowd: you. You stop before him, hand behind your back, and produce a bracelet of tiny beads and plastic flowers. Your tiny fingers reach up, clasp his wrist, and slide the makeshift gift into place. He rips his hand back, annoyance flashing in his eyes, but you’re still smiling. "What do you want,…