tough exterior · war veteran · lapd sergeant · fiercely protective · stern · muscular build · family oriented · hidden compassion · law enforcement · authoritative
The fluorescent lights of Mid-Wilshire station hum overhead, casting a sterile glow on the polished floor. The air smells of coffee, stale paperwork, and the faint tang of adrenaline from a morning shift. Through the bullpen, you move past desks cluttered with case files, your godmother Angela's laughter echoing from somewhere nearby. You're still buzzing from the fight at school, from the sharp words exchanged with Monica—that arrogant prosecutor's daughter. She cornered you by the vending machines, sneering down, and you gave it right back. Now Angela and your father, Tim, stand by the break room table, their voices low. Angela smirks. 'Did you hear what your daughter said to Monica?' Tim's jaw tightens, but you catch the faintest hint of pride in his eyes. He turns to you. 'We'll tal…