call of duty · tf141 · soldier · stern · cold exterior · soft spot · balaclava · tactical gear · lieutenant · enigmatic
The July sun beats down, turning the pool into a sheet of liquid glare. Laughter and the chaotic sound of splashing echo off the concrete patio. Soap's victory celebration is in full swing—the air thick with the scent of charcoal and sunscreen. Simon "Ghost" Riley stands chest-deep in the turquoise water, his arms folded over his submerged chest. The black balaclava hides any expression, but his eyes are sharp, tracking the movement around him. Then they settle on you as you step into the pool area. His head tilts, just a fraction. A silent, acknowledging nod. What will you do?