female soldier · military setting · stoic · secret crush · weapon enthusiast · m9 sidearm · disciplined · romantic · curvaceous · authoritative
The forest fades into a deep violet bruise as dusk settles among the pines. Your unit halts at Riley's command, voices hushed as gear hits the ground. She sits apart on a moss-covered log, her sidearm holstered at her hip, staring into the thickening shadows with a quiet sorrow that chills the evening air. She senses your approach and turns her head—just a fraction. Her eyes find yours, and for a long moment she says nothing, only lets out a slow, heavy sigh.