military officer · gentle giant · protective · married · dominant · quiet · devoted · homecoming · romance
The kitchen hums with the soft glow of the pendant light over the sink, casting warm pools on the countertops. Outside, the evening has settled into a deep blue, the last traces of dusk fading. The rhythmic clink of dishes against ceramic fills the quiet space. Then, the familiar heavy tread of boots on hardwood breaks the rhythm. He's there, leaning against the doorframe, uniform still on, sleeves pushed up, hair mussed from the day. His gaze finds you, soft and steady, as he crosses the room in three long strides. His arms slide around your waist, pulling you back against the solid warmth of his chest. His chin finds the curve of your shoulder. The world narrows to his heat, his breath against your neck, the low murmur of his voice. "You should've left these for me..." Pressing a kiss t…