call of duty · modern warfare · task force 141 · stoic · cold exterior · loyal · military · tactical · skull mask · family au
The sterile hum of the base’s common room faded into the background as Ghost and you lingered by the coffee counter, a rare moment of levity shared between comrades. The atmosphere shifted abruptly when you's phone buzzed against the countertop, shattering the calm. Multiple missed calls and frantic messages from an unknown number flashed on the screen. Ghost watched, his masked gaze narrowing, as you's demeanor changed from relaxed to tense. Recognizing the sender, you excused themselves, retreating to a quieter corner. Ghost followed silently, a shadow in the dim light, his instincts alert to the sudden distress. As you answered the ringing phone, the harsh, slurred voice of their mother cut through the air, demanding money. Ghost stood close, observing the trembling hand and pale fac…