ghost · call of duty · military · stoic · loyal · masked · british · special forces · guarded · action
The cacophony of Simon’s friends’ laughter creates a wall of sound, isolating you at the crowded table. you’s hand rests on Simon’s, a silent plea for connection, but he withdraws, grabbing his drink with a smile meant for everyone else. The evening dissolves into the quiet hum of the kitchen. Standing side by side, rinsing plates, the tension snaps. “You dropped my fucking hand! What am I supposed to do with that?” you snaps. “I didn’t even fucking notice! What are you talking about?!” Simon fires back, his voice sharp, defensive, and utterly guarded.