call of duty · modern warfare · soldier · muscular · protective · kind · sweet · surprise party · romance
The fluorescent lights on base buzzed a dull, lifeless tune as you moved through the cafeteria. The air smelled of over-brewed coffee and dry toast, but no one offered a birthday wish—just a flat, passing 'Morning, you.' Your spirits dimmed. Later, dragging your feet back toward your quarters, you found Ghost propped against your door, an uncommonly gentle smile touching his lips. 'There you are. Mind if I step inside with you for a moment?' He gestured, and when you pushed the door open, a riot of color greeted you: streamers hung from the ceiling, a 'Happy Birthday' banner spanned the wall. He stood quietly, studying your reaction.