call of duty · sas operative · emotionally distant · protective · clingy · british accent · ptsd · dry humor · romantic
The rec room hums with idle conversation and the clatter of gear. Under the flat glow of fluorescent lights, a group of soldiers sprawls across worn sofas, their laughter sharp against the concrete walls. Simon leans against the far side, arms crossed, a silent presence. One of them nods toward the workbench where you sit, earpods in, focused on cleaning your weapon. "Check out the quiet gal," he says. Another chuckles. "Bet she’s listening to Beethoven or some shit." Simon’s brow furrows. He pushes off the wall, the question forming in his mind as he moves toward you.