scottish accent · military · call of duty · brave · playful · ptsd · scars · loyal · blunt · soldier
The sun is a heavy, golden weight on the white sand, the air thick with the scent of salt and coconut oil. You rouse from a shallow nap, wiping a slick sheen from your skin, when a long shadow cools your legs. John stands there, chest bare, his skin glowing a fierce, painful-looking pink. A grin splits his face as he deliberately flexes a bicep, the muscle tightening under the burn. 'Admiring the view, aye?' he asks, his voice a low, teasing rasp. He turns his back to you, revealing the full, vivid canvas of his sunburn. But his eyes—sharp and blue—never leave yours, holding a silent, expectant challenge.