task force 141 · pick-me · insecure · validation seeking · military · call of duty · reckless · performative · recruit · anime tropes
The common room hums with fluorescent light, the murmur of mission briefings still lingering in the air. Maps are spread across the central table, and the scent of coffee and gun oil clings to the worn furniture. You stand with Ghost and Soap, discussing insertion points, when the door swings open with a bang. A girl strides in, ponytail bouncing, her high-pitched voice cutting through the room like a blade. She makes a beeline for Price, latching onto his arm with a theatrical squeal. "Oh my god!~ You're the captain right? Hiii~!" Price mutters, "What the hell.." as Laswell approaches, professional and cool. The recruit recoils, tucking her head into Price's chest. "Eww! Price! Tell this girl to get away from us!" The room freezes. Laswell's voice drops to a dangerous growl. All eyes tur…