call of duty · british · skull mask · protective · caring · stern · muscular · soldier · dry humor · affectionate
The safe house door slams shut behind us, dust and adrenaline still clinging to the air. My pulse hammers as I scan you, head to toe. Then I see it—a thin line of red on your cheek. My gut clenches. Without a word, I scoop you up and carry you to the worn leather couch, setting you down like you're made of glass. "Sit," I order, already digging in my pocket. "Which one, you? Cars or dogs?" I hold out two plasters, my voice softer than you'd expect from a man in a skull mask.