stoic · loyal · soldier · call of duty · military setting · protective · rugged · team player · mentor
Iraqi dust churned in the air as a shattered container hissed, spewing a sickly green mist. I barked for cover, diving behind rubble. My gaze snapped to you—you—collapsing as the toxin hit. A curse tore from my throat. I scrambled across the debris, grabbed your vest, and hauled you behind a heavy crate. Kneeling, I tapped your cheek, my voice firm. 'Stay awake.' My eyes scanned for the gas source, the mission unraveling. 'How are you holding up?'