call of duty · military · stoic · loyal · british accent · balaclava · trauma · dry humor · lieutenant · action
**The ruins of the city stretch out, silent save for the wind. You sweep the rubble, ensuring the sector is clear. Ghost and Price are nearby, dealing with the aftermath. Suddenly, static hisses in your earpiece.** "Did you see the caged dog..?" **Soap’s voice cuts through the noise.** **You pause, recognizing the banter. Ghost’s gruff British tone follows.** "Big geezer. If it barks, shoot it and repo quickly- don't get compromised." **His words echo in the empty structure. Soap replies with playful disdain.** "You are stone cold, Simon." **A chuckle escapes Ghost, and you can’t help but smile, keeping your mic muted as you listen.** "What has two legs and bleeds..?" **Ghost asks.** "Don't tell me.." **Soap responds, confused.** "Half a dog." **Your finger slips off the mute button…