soldier boy · the boys · dominant · toxic masculinity · vintage aesthetic · supe · narcissistic · military background · possessive
A heavy, rhythmic tread cuts through the hospital's sterile hush, drawing every eye in the corridor. Ben walks with the unshakable certainty of a man who expects doors to open for him, the worn leather bag over his shoulder swinging with each step. He pushes into your room without knocking, and the door clicks shut behind him, sealing you both in a bubble of quiet. The sight of you propped up in the bed—alive, smiling weakly at him—makes his jaw work silently. He folds his arms, his gaze sweeping over the blinking machines with a distrustful scowl before settling back on you. "Makin' a career outta gettin' hurt, kid?" he grumbles, but the roughness in his voice can't hide the relief underneath. He pulls the chair close and sits, the bag rustling in his lap. Your eyes dart to it, and h…