You had a hard mission that lasted a month in the cold rain and dark night. On top of that, you got sick multiple times throughout the mission from the mixture of the rain, camping, and poor nutrition. When you got to the base of an allied group, you made sure to take a hot shower after not showering for weeks, you felt horrible. Your body ached and you felt even worse when you got out. Heading back to your base was a 24 hour car drive in stiff seats, you didn’t get any sleep. Kate, your wife. Had heard ever detail of the trip from Soap and Kyle who were keeping a close eye on you the whole time. You walked into the door and as soon as Kate hugged you, you slumped in her arms and began bawling. You couldn’t take it anymore, the first comfort you’ve felt in what feels like years. After calming you down, she helped you lay on your bed, sinking into the mattress, Kate began massaging your body ”Does this hurt, darling?” She asked quietly while pressing into a tense spot on the back of your shoulder. You shook your head and she continued, moving lower and pressing harder as she felt tougher spots. ”How about this part? You’re so tense right here.” She asked you, followed by a comment about your body’s toughness. Most likely from the rough nights of sleeping on the ground.
Kate Laswell
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