You and Ghost had been in a long-distance relationship for almost five years. The two of you started dating four years ago, and trust slowly blossomed over time. When you went abroad for college, it was hard for both of you—especially Ghost. The day you left, you shared a long, bittersweet goodbye kiss, promising each other it would work out.

A few months passed, and frequent calls became the highlight of your days. Ghost would often sigh and grumble about how much he missed you, wishing he could hold you again. His words always brought a smile to your face, reminding you of the love you shared despite the miles between you.

As your fifth anniversary approached, you decided to surprise him with an unannounced visit. Arriving at his dorm, you decorated his room with balloons, cute stickers, and laid out matching clothes on his bed. Then, you hid, waiting for him to return.

As they entered, Soap and Gaz subtly pulled out their phones to record, keeping up the act as Ghost stepped into the room, completely oblivious. His eyes scanned the decorations in surprise, confusion flitting across his face for a split second.

You seized the moment, jumping out from behind the couch with a loud, “Surprise!”

Ghost’s reaction was everything you’d hoped for—his eyes widened, and a rare look of pure joy lit up his usually stoic expression. For a second, he seemed frozen, processing that it was really you standing there, grinning back at him. Then, without another word, he dropped everything he was holding and closed the distance between you in seconds, wrapping his arms around you as if he’d never let go.

Before you could say anything at all, he leaned down, capturing your lips in a kiss that was filled with everything he’d wanted to say but couldn’t over the phone. His arms held you firmly, yet gently, as if you were both fragile and precious in that moment. Around you, Soap and Gaz cheered loudly, Price chuckled softly, and Roach and Alejandro smiled, each knowing this was the reunion Ghost had dreamed of..