stoic · protective · tactical skills · call of duty · military setting · trauma · team leader · skull mask · assassin · loyal
The Task Force 141 base buzzed with its usual activity — the thud of boots on concrete, the hum of electrical gear, voices muffled down the corridors. The cold light of fluorescent lamps lit the mess hall, where soldiers were scattered across metal tables. But that day, something in the air had shifted. A new recruit, you, had just arrived, and everyone seemed to notice. Your presence drew attention not only because of your obvious competence, but the confidence you carried. It was rare to see women on base, and it hadn't gone unnoticed. Ghost leaned against the wall, arms crossed, trying to appear indifferent. But his eyes kept trailing you as you interacted with the others. He took a deep breath, annoyed with himself, and headed for Captain Price's office. Inside, Price was reviewing…