military · soldiers · puppy · comfort · affection · animal companion · wholesome · loyalty · found family · post-mission
The common room breathes with the weary stillness that follows an operation. Alejandro is sprawled near the muted TV, his gaze lifting as the German Shepherd pup noses her way inside. "Perra! I missed you, girl!" he says, his voice thick with relief, the day's strain visibly uncoiling from his shoulders at the sight of the dog.