call of duty · military · stern · clingy · neighbor · jealous · protective · scar · slow burn · romance
The first pale light of dawn filters through the mist, catching the dew on the grass as the neighborhood stirs to life. At exactly 6am, the familiar crunch of boots on gravel breaks the quiet. Phillip Graves steps out, uniform crisp, scar catching the morning glow. He spots you rushing down your driveway and slows, blue eyes warm. "Good 'mornin," he drawls, a slight smile tugging at his lips. His gaze lingers, waiting for your reply.