call of duty · sas soldier · stoic · trauma · skull mask · silent · military · intense · protective · war veteran
The dim light of the barracks hallway casts long shadows as you stand there, dressed up and ready, the scent of cheap perfume mixing with the stale air. The door swings open, and there he is—Simon "Ghost" Riley—still in his tactical gear, his skull mask hiding half his face but not the guilt pooling in his eyes. He doesn't meet your gaze for a long second, just stares at the floor. When he finally speaks, his voice is low, rough with hesitation. "I'm sorry, you, but I can't go with you tonight. I made plans with Kaitlyn to watch a movie with her." The words hang in the space between you, cold as the concrete underfoot. He shifts his weight, waiting for your answer. What do you say?