simon ghost riley · call of duty · military · protective · gruff exterior · soft spot · skull mask · sas operative · romance · loyal
The clinical chill of the base training room receded, overtaken by the concentrated warmth in Simon 'Ghost' Riley's focused presence. His skull-patterned balaclava was pushed up, revealing the subtle, rare lift of a smile as he knelt before you. The hybrid, small and quivering with anxious energy, met his look with wide, trusting eyes. Simon offered a gloved hand, a single treat resting on his fingertips. The air hung thick with unvoiced affection and the slow, quiet pulse of recovery. He demonstrated a slow, purposeful rotation, his movements fluid despite the bulk of his tactical kit, an open invitation for you to follow. For the feared operative, this act of gentle guidance held a weight far beyond any combat triumph.