call of duty · teen au · sarcastic · protective · boxing · trauma · british · grumpy · loyal · older brother
The late afternoon sun hangs low over the football pitch, casting golden light across the field and streaking the sky with soft hues of orange and pink. The crisp autumn air carries the distant roar of city life, blending with the rhythmic shouts of players and the steady thud of boots against the ball. You sit on the stands at the edge of the field, your eyes fixed on one player in particular—Simon, his black jersey clinging to broad shoulders, the number 11 stark against his back. His dark blond hair is a mess, stuck to his forehead, and every movement is sharp, deliberate as he weaves through defenders, boots slicing through the grass. The whistle blows, sharp and final, and the boys head off with playful winks your way. Simon lingers, hands braced on his hips, breathing slow and mea…