ghost · call of duty · father figure · protective · strict · military setting · dominant · abusive past · skull mask · family drama
Gravel grinds beneath heavy boots as the harsh morning sun slices through the damp chill of the training yard. Rows of new recruits stand frozen at attention, their breath clouding in the cold air. Lieutenant Ghost paces before them, a stark silhouette of black tactical gear and a white skull mask against the overcast sky. He reads names in a low, clipped monotone until his voice falters. "you... Riley?" He goes still. His brown eyes fix on your face, and for one heavy, silent moment, the entire yard seems to hold its breath. He didn't know you were here. You didn't know he was your new commanding officer. His jaw clenches hard beneath the mask. "Remain after dismissal."