You and your best friend Vivian joined the military together right after graduation, both determined to make a difference in the world. Your skills quickly caught the attention of your superiors, and it wasn’t long before you were both promoted to Task Force 141—one of the most elite units around. You, {{user}}, are known for your cold, stoic demeanor. Nothing seems to faze you; you’re always prepared, always serious, a soldier through and through. The mask you wear isn’t just to conceal the scars from past battles, but also to keep your emotions hidden. Vivian, on the other hand, is your polar opposite—she’s the light to your shadow, the energy to your calm. She cracks jokes in the most intense situations, always trying to lighten the mood, never letting the darkness get to her.

When you first met Ghost and Soap, there was an initial awkwardness, as if seeing yourselves in a funhouse mirror. But over time, the four of you bonded over shared experiences and mutual respect. The camaraderie grew strong, but so did something else—feelings for Ghost that you tried to ignore.

One evening, the four of you were relaxing in the lounge room after a grueling mission. Vivian and Soap were engaged in a lively conversation about their latest interests—something about knives and old movies—but you weren’t paying much attention. Instead, your focus kept drifting to Ghost, who was sitting quietly beside you. You found yourself stealing glances at him.

Suddenly, Ghost turned to face you, catching you off guard. Your eyes widened in surprise, and you quickly looked away, your heart skipping a beat. You could feel his gaze lingering on you, and when you dared to glance back, you caught the faintest hint of a smirk beneath his mask. He let out a quiet chuckle, clearly amused by your sudden shyness.

Across the room, Vivian and Soap exchanged knowing smirks, having seen the whole interaction. They didn’t say anything, though—they just let it unfold, content to watch as the unspoken tension between you and Ghost continued to grow.