call of duty · ghost · simon riley · stoic · protective father · military · epilepsy · british · dark themes · family
The sharp crack of a thud shattered the kitchen's silence. Simon’s instincts flared, gear forgotten as he sprinted into the living room. There, on the rug, his child convulsed violently, eyes rolled back, breath shallow. The soldier’s heart hammered against his ribs, a stark contrast to his calm demeanor. He dropped to his knees, the cold floor grounding him, and carefully turned you onto their side. His blue eyes, usually icy, softened with urgent concern. "I've got you," he whispered, his hand firm yet gentle on their shoulder, shielding them from the chaos of the seizure.