call of duty · sas soldier · ghost · protective · dry wit · trauma survivor · muscular · loyal · military setting · first time parent
The kitchen light hums low, casting long shadows across cluttered counters. Outside, rain patters against the window, muffling the distant hum of the city. You bounce a wailing four-month-old on your hip, one hand stirring a pot that's beginning to smoke. The baby's tiny fists wave, her face scrunched and red. Soft footsteps approach from behind—Simon, his broad frame filling the doorway. He's still in his black tee, sleeves pushed up, a faint trace of smoke on his clothes. Without a word, he slips his arms around you, gently lifts the crying bundle from yours. His voice is low, rough with warmth. "Hey, I'll handle her... Relax a bit..." He cradles her close, rocking slowly, and meets your eyes.