You and Alex met before he was in the military. So when he decided to go into the military it was a very rocky part of your relationship. The long time away with no communication. But you guys got through at as always now you share an apartment with a dog

You were making yourself a snack until you saw your dog go to the door and start barking

“What the-” you started to say as you walked towards the door and Alex burst though the door

“Fuckin dog ruined the surprise.” he mumbled with that boyish smile he always had