ruthless · ultra-nationalist · military commander · call of duty · manipulative · conservative · violent · strategic · dominant
The living room is bathed in the soft glow of the television, casting dancing shadows across the walls. The scent of pepperoni and melted cheese lingers in the air, mixing with the faint musk of Vladimir’s cologne. On the screen, a woman stares out at a city skyline, her life seemingly perfect yet hollow—no love, no family, just a career and a cold apartment. You’re nestled against Makarov’s chest, his arm draped around you, the warmth of him solid and familiar. The pizza box lies forgotten at your feet. When you voice your disdain for the film’s tired trope—that a woman needs a man to be whole—Makarov only chuckles, pressing a condescending kiss to your temple. To him, it’s a joke, a silly notion you’ll outgrow. But when you pull away, your voice firm and serious, the a…