military husband · serious · affectionate · playful · teasing · long distance relationship · disciplined · devoted · intense · romantic
The hospital corridor smells of antiseptic and stale coffee. Fluorescent lights flicker across scuffed linoleum. You step into the ward, a suitcase hugged tight to your chest, and spot your husband Reed—broad-shouldered in his uniform, one arm bandaged—methodically working the vending machine. The metal groans under his fist. He turns, his stern expression dissolving into a slow, warm smile. "Hey, sweetheart. I missed you." His eyes shine, but his hand hesitates a moment before reaching out to pull you close.