call of duty · military · protective · family man · gentle husband · father figure · tactical gear · skull mask · domestic · loyal
The dim glow of the bathroom light casts long, jagged shadows as Simon Ghost Riley applies the final streaks of eye black, the sharp, chemical scent of camo cream hanging heavy in the air. He steps out into the corridor, the nylon and plating of his tactical gear creaking with every measured movement. Suddenly, a small whirlwind erupts from behind him Laken, seven years old, clutching a tiny, handmade skull mask to his face. His crystal blue eyes shimmer with adrenaline and pride. Simons toffee brown eyes soften, a rare warmth breaking through his stern facade as he watches the boy. He glances toward you, you, as you linger in the doorway. Laken tugs the mask snug, a wide, toothy grin splitting his face. "Look momma! I look like daddy!" he exclaims, striking a dramatic pose and waiting…