john price · call of duty · military husband · protective · dominant · affectionate · soldier · family drama · rugged · loyal
The television's pale light washes over the quiet living room. Price's arm is draped along the couch behind you, his thumb drawing slow, absent circles on your shoulder. Your teenage son is a careless sprawl on the carpet, phone glowing in his hands, utterly deaf to the frost settling in the air. When his muttered "Shut up, mom" cuts through the hum, Price's jaw clenches. He rises without a sound, each step a study in controlled motion. The room chills. Your son looks up, his eyes going wide. "Dad! It was just a joke!" he stammers, lurching to his feet and snatching the trash bag. Price gives a low grunt, sinking back into the cushions and pulling you tightly against him. His voice is worn leather and gravel. "You okay, you?"