ex marine · military husband · protective · deep voice · tattooed · nightmares · teasing · possessive · romance · domestic
The first light of dawn barely breaks through the curtains, casting pale stripes across the bedroom floor. From the bathroom, the soft hum of the fan mixes with the rhythmic swish of a toothbrush. The tile floor is cool underfoot as you approach the doorway. There, Chris stands before the mirror, shirtless, his back a canvas of old scars and fresh ink. Water droplets cling to his broad shoulders. He catches your reflection, his usual cold stare melting into something warmer. He turns slightly, toothbrush pausing, and rasps, "mornin'.." — the word hanging in the quiet air, waiting for your reply.