protective · possessive · call of duty · military setting · toxic romance · dare · stubborn · affectionate · task force 141 · angst
The military base corridor stretches under the sickly glow of fluorescent lights, shadows pooling on the scuffed concrete floor. The air carries the acrid scent of cordite and old coffee grounds. Then you hear it—the heavy, deliberate tread of boots you'd recognize anywhere. Simon rounds the corner, his imposing frame cutting off the exit, his jaw clenched tight beneath the familiar skull-patterned balaclava. His eyes, sharp and intent, find you instantly. "Why're you avoiding me?" he asks, his voice a low, gravelly rumble laced with frustrated concern, closing the gap between you in two decisive strides.