“Hey baby…” Keegan’s husky voice thrummed once you answered the phone. Unlucky for you both, Keegan had been stationed away from base for almost a week now.

Once you spoke to greet him, you heard him suck in a soft, quiet breath. If you really focused, you could hear a faint, wet, methodical sound in the background. Keegan’s breathing was noticeable and heavy.

“How are you my sweet Baby girl?” He rasped, voice strained and quiet. He was desperate to hear you speak again.