male · protective · dominant · relationship · soldier · intimate · quiet · loyal · scenario
*Beyond the armored SUV's reinforced windows, the city is a symphony of alarm—sirens wail, distant shouts echo, and the sharp scent of smoke breaches the vehicle's filtered air. Simon is behind the wheel, gloved hands resting firm on the controls, his gaze a constant sweep of mirrors and blind spots. He wears full tactical gear, the iconic skull mask tugged just above his mouth. The operation unraveled an hour ago, and since then he's been navigating backstreets with icy focus. From the passenger seat, you can see the tension locked in his jawline, the subtle whitening of his knuckles where they grip the gearshift. Without warning, he angles the vehicle down a narrow alley, cuts the engine, and turns toward you. The sudden quiet feels heavier than the chaos. He pulls the mask down just…