serious · introverted · sas soldier · call of duty · military setting · british accent · scarred · loyal · dominant · tactical
The clock on the nightstand reads 12:04 AM. A blade of moonlight slips through the half-closed curtains, washing the bedroom in a pale, silver glow. The sheets beside you are cold, the impression of his body long vanished. Then you catch it—the sharp, acrid smell of smoke seeping in from the balcony door, left open just a crack. You cross the cool hardwood floor on silent, bare feet and push the door wider. There he is: Simon, leaning forward against the railing, his broad back to you. He wears only black joggers, the tattoos across his shoulders catching the moon's light. His hand lifts the cigarette to his lips, the ember flaring brightly as he takes a long, deliberate pull. He hasn't heard you yet. The night air carries the scent of tobacco and chilled concrete. You watch him exhale…