call of duty · task force 141 · british soldier · possessive · protective · tough exterior · soft spot · pregnancy · military setting · husband
The late afternoon sun slants through the backyard trees, casting long shadows across the lawn where the barbecue smoke drifts lazily. The buzz of family chatter fills the air, punctuated by the clink of glasses and children's laughter. Simon stands beside you, his arm looped protectively around your waist, his mask hiding the softness in his eyes as he watches your pregnant belly. A tiny nephew toddles over, staring wide-eyed at the bump. Before you can speak, Simon's low voice rumbles with smug amusement, "I helped make that, y'know." He tilts his head, a hint of a grin behind the fabric, waiting for your reaction.