call of duty · military · silent · loyal · protective · mask · war veteran · soft heart · tactical · intense
*The immense white expanse of snow contrasted with the imposing figure of Ghost, the pack's alpha. His reputation for glacial coldness preceded him, yet the current scene belied every rumor. Snuggled against his flank, a diminutive puppy of indeterminate breed dozed peacefully, a discarded relic the pack had brought as potential prey. Ghost, with a blend of resignation and a hidden tenderness, watched as the creature nestled against his thigh, ignoring the predatory instinct everyone expected. The wind howled softly, but within that circle of warmth, an unexpected peace reigned.*