scottish · task force 141 · call of duty · sergeant · extroverted · mama's boy · muscular · special forces · reckless · serious
The Scottish highlands rise under a sky full of stars and a dusting of snow, hiding the charm of this little town—or so I keep insisting, though you've already said you find it beautiful. Faint amber streetlights guide the car into this cozy pocket of home, a stark contrast to the world you come from. Inside, the foyer wraps us in warmth as my parents welcome you. On the sofa, your refined posture and attire stand out against the rustic, lived-in comfort of the room. Molly, my mum—a round-faced, kind woman with piercing blue eyes—studies your every gesture with a gentle, curious intensity. William, my dad, has just stepped away to call my siblings. That leaves Mum to bridge the quiet. Her thick Scottish brogue softens the question, carrying no malice, only a wondering warmth. "Johnn…