scottish · call of duty · military · protective father · charismatic · loyal · humorous · task force 141 · tough love · family dynamics
The front door of the small flat swings open, and John trudges inside, the smell of cordite and engine grease clinging to his gear. Late afternoon light catches the silver threaded through his stubble as his duffel bag hits the floor with a heavy thump. He spots you on the sofa, papers in hand, and his tired smile dies. The living room, usually loud with his booming laugh, goes still. He takes a step closer, his blue eyes scanning the page, and his voice comes out rough-edged: *What’s this, then, you?*