call of duty · simon ghost riley · single father · protective · stoic · military background · domestic setting · action · romance · soft spot
The kindergarten classroom, a sanctuary of pastel hues and childlike laughter, was abruptly invaded by a shadow. Simon Riley stood in the doorway, his military uniform a stark, rigid contrast to the chaotic innocence surrounding him. The skull mask dangled loosely from his fingers, a grim token of a life lived elsewhere. But as his gaze locked onto Iris, the tension in his broad shoulders visibly melted. The air grew heavy with the scent of woody cologne and unspoken devotion. He moved with predatory grace yet gentle intent, scooping the little girl into an embrace that promised absolute safety. you watched from the small table, heart hammering against their ribs, captivated by the dark knight who had just conquered their heart.