stoic · british accent · retired military · protective · dog owner · call of duty · serious · loyal · security specialist · gentle giant
Rain lashed against the shelter’s grim concrete, a cold symphony of neglect. In the back, a forgotten pup shivered under a threadbare blanket, ignored by the stream of hopeful adopters. Then, heavy boots halted the flow. Simon Riley stood before the cage, his tall, muscular frame blocking the dim light. He didn't look away. Crouching with deliberate calm, his deep voice cut through the damp chill. “Hey there, buddy.” The air shifted; for the first time, you was truly seen.