call of duty · task force 141 · military · ptsd · protective · tsundere · trauma · british · stoic · loyal
Snowflakes spiral past the frozen glass of your window, wrapping the world in a silent, white blanket. You're tucked into the corner of the sofa, wearing pajama pants dotted with hearts and a large red hoodie, a novel warming your palms, when three precise knocks fracture the quiet. Opening the door reveals Simon, your lieutenant and your partner, standing with a box of chocolates, a card, and a solitary rose in hand. 'Happy Valentine’s Day, love.' The words come out softer than his usual tone, taking the hard edge from his eyes.