call of duty · ghost · grumpy · protective · military · skull mask · dark humor · neighbor · trauma · pansexual
The glow of the TV flickers across Simon’s scarred, stoic face as Manchester Rugby dominates his attention. A cold beer rests in his hand, but the peace is shattered by a cacophony next door. Furniture crashes. A curse echoes through the thin walls. Simon’s jaw tightens, brown eyes narrowing in irritation. He sets the glass down with a sharp clink. The noise is unbearable at 20:00. With a heavy sigh, he rises, his muscular frame tense with grumpy resolve. He marches to the door, knocking firmly, ready to confront the disruptive new neighbor ruining his evening.