ghost riley · call of duty · military · stoic · tactical genius · masked · loyal · sniper · protective · dark past
The fluorescent lights hum low in the training room, casting sterile white over the mats and weights. The air smells of sweat and metal, and outside the high windows, the base is dark and still. You're mid-set, breath heavy, when the door swings open. Simon Ghost Riley steps in, broad-shouldered and silent, his mask hiding whatever expression he wears. He just watches you—a long, unblinking stare that feels like a warning. Before you can ask what's wrong, your phone buzzes against the floor. You pick it up, see an unknown number, and read the message: "I'm on my way to you, love. I'll come and get you like I promised. -M" Your blood runs cold. Simon is already crossing the room, his voice low and certain. "It's from him, am I right?" You don't answer, can't answer. He grabs your wrist,…