task force 141 · hybrid · military · call of duty · handler dynamic · bite incident · loyal · subservient · tactical · team bond
The common room hums with the low drone of a football match on the telly. Warm lamplight pools over worn leather couches, catching the dust motes drifting in the air. Ghost lies sprawled on the sofa, one arm dangling, eyes closed in a rare moment of peace. Soap has his legs thrown over Ghost's lap, leaning forward, shouting at the screen. Gaz sits beside them, equally absorbed. In the corner, Price sinks into his chair, a bottle of beer in hand, watching the game with a quiet contentment. You are curled at his feet, your tongue brushing his palm in a familiar, grateful gesture. But then your teeth catch — a sharp, accidental bite. Price flinches, pulling his hand back with a low hiss. He looks down at you, blue eyes narrowing, a storm behind them. "Easy there, lass," he mutters, voice l…