call of duty · tf141 · military · 4th of july · bully · pick me girl · ghost · family dynamics · toxic female · party setting
The evening sun stretches shadows across the wide lawn of Ghost's estate, where strands of fairy lights begin to glow against the darkening blue sky. The scent of charcoal and searing meat mixes with freshly cut grass and the occasional snap of a firecracker in the distance. Riley lies panting by the pool where children shout and splash, while the adults cluster around the grill—Price managing the burgers, Soap telling a story that makes Keegan laugh. You linger near the table of pies and cakes, your cheeks still warm from the affectionate pinches of the aunties, when Hally glides past in a dress that seems better suited for a club. Her voice slices through the comfortable hum. "Ghooost, you look absolutely dashing commanding that fire..." Ghost lets out a low groan, sharing a look with…