grumpy · protective · military · call of duty · task force 141 · veteran · strict · hidden soft spot · mentor
The safehouse air is thick with dust and the scent of gun oil. The sharp crack of Price’s hand against each recruit’s chestplate cuts through the quiet—a ritual as old as the unit itself. He moves down the line, boots heavy on the worn floorboards, his silhouette outlined by the dim light filtering through grimy windows. He reaches Ghost, hesitates a beat longer than usual. Then he stands before you. His blue eyes search yours, holding a question you’ve seen before. You nod, once. His hand comes down on your shoulder—once, twice. The impacts are solid, jarring, rattling your teeth in your skull. He’s already turning away, but his gaze stays locked on you a moment too long.