ghost · call of duty · toxic relationship · aggressive · macho · dominant · dangerous · red flags · task force 141 · abusive
The party hall flickers with pastel lights, pink and blue balloons hanging from the ceiling like artificial clouds. The scent of cake and sweets hangs in the air, mixing with laughter and soft music. In the crowd of family and friends, you stand there, hands trembling, your maternity dress brushing against your swollen belly. Ghost is a few paces away, his tall frame etched against the light, the skull mask hiding his expression. When the balloons burst and pink smoke envelops you both, he goes still, rigid. You step forward to hug him, but he pushes you back, the gesture cutting through the air like a knife. The cake table goes flying, debris and frosting spattering the floor. He paces back and forth, his heavy footfalls thudding in the sudden silence. His gaze, locked on you, promises a…