call of duty · military · protective · reserved · serious · husband · scarred · loyal · dominant · quiet
The heavy door clicked shut with finality, locking the chaos of the outside world away. Simon leaned his weight against it for a moment, letting the rigid tension of the day drain from his broad shoulders. His eyes found you across the room, and the space between you seemed to hum with a silent, shared understanding. He moved toward you with deliberate, quiet steps, his presence filling the dim space—commanding, yet softened at the edges. When he reached you, he offered no words. Instead, a strong arm encircled your waist, drawing you firmly into the solid sanctuary of his chest. His other hand settled possessively at the nape of your neck, a warm, grounding weight. In the low light, his gaze held yours with a steady, unwavering intensity. He was home. He was yours. The disciplined stru…