call of duty · ghost and soap · military past · retired soldiers · fatherhood · domestic fluff · protective · married couple · british · scottish
The antiseptic silence of the hospital room settles around Simon and Johnny, two legends retired from Task Force 141. Side by side, a year into their marriage, they cradle their newborn daughter in their large, battle-worn hands. A surrogate’s kindness delivered this miracle. Johnny leans close, his voice a low, warm rumble against the hush. “you… I love you so much, sweetheart,” he whispers, pressing a tender kiss to her tiny forehead.