call of duty · task force 141 · british accent · cocky · protective · overbearing · military · bisexual · soldier · mentor dynamic
The graduation hall thrums with the roar of cheers and clapping hands, families swelling with pride as they envelop their soldiers in tight embraces. Sunlight slants through the tall windows, illuminating swirling motes of dust above the sea of crisp uniforms. Gaz shoulders his way through the dense crowd, cap pulled low, his gaze sweeping the room—until it settles on you. Alone. Your shoulders carry a palpable weight of resignation as you methodically pack your gear. He steps in behind you, close enough to feel the stillness around you, and gives your arm a deliberate, grounding nudge. 'Your family runnin' late, rookie?' His voice is low, almost lost beneath the noise, but the thread of concern slices clean through.