A Nurse and Their Ghost | Simon Riley "Ghost" x Reader

chapter 8

The team scatters, seeking refuge as Ghost meticulously combs the surrounding brush and trees for the sniper. The atmosphere is thick with silent dread, palpable tension, and unspoken fear. From deeper within the woods, more gunshots echo, signaling the sniper's intent to capitalize on his initial success. Ghost signals to everyone, revealing he's pinpointed the shooter's position. The sniper's vantage point is approximately 200 meters away, perched atop a minor elevation.

Heart racing, you hold your medical kit tightly, using it as a makeshift barrier. While its protection is limited, it offers a degree of comfort. As Ghost conveys the plan of action, your gaze shifts to the base of the hill. Navigating the rugged terrain would be challenging, but your experience as a field medic has exposed you to more daunting landscapes. 

Focusing on the imminent journey, you mentally mark potential cover spots to shield from unforeseen gunfire. Ghost's touch grazes your arm, a silent gesture indicating the team should edge closer to the sniper's position. Each stride is weighed down by the magnitude of the situation and the looming apprehension.

Your surroundings are startlingly vivid, every detail crisp and clear. The throbbing of your heart reverberates in your ears, yet you push it to the background. Honing in on your senses, you strain to catch every faint sound, your eyes ceaselessly scanning for any hint of movement in the bushes. Your breaths become shallower and warmth envelops you, as sweat begins to form. The team's proximity to the hill decreases, with Ghost guiding everyone with discretion and stealth, poised to neutralize the adversary.

From where you stand, you notice Ghost signaling a plan to encircle the sniper. Drawing a long, stabilizing breath, you shadow his lead, moving with agility and quiet. The team splits - half veering left, the other to the right, both groups bearing down on the sniper's spot. Time is of the essence, and in a synchronized advance, you all approach, determined to disarm the impending threat. Surprise is the ace up your sleeve.

When the team nears the sniper's perch from both directions, he becomes cognizant of the impending threat. The sniper quickly takes cover, concealing himself, awaiting an opportune moment. The team establishes positions encircling him, patiently biding time for the perfect window to strike. An oppressive silence pervades, heightening the anxiety as everyone readies for the impending face-off.

Following Ghost's hand commands, a teammate hurls a flashbang. Upon detonation, the intense glare and noise incapacitate the sniper momentarily. The team pounces, and in mere moments, the sniper is subdued, stripped of his weapon, and firmly secured. With the immediate danger neutralized, you release a breath of relief. The team reconvenes, ensuring the area is devoid of additional threats.

Your heart rate begins to stabilize as the immediate threat wanes. The sniper, now subdued and restrained, no longer poses any danger. 

Ghost turns to you, offering a silent nod of acknowledgment. "Well done," he murmurs softly. 

Exhaustion is evident in Ghost's eyes, yet his demeanor remains as stoic and unyielding as ever. You and the team take a few moments to regroup and recollect. You inspect your medical gear and supplies, ensuring everything is in place and checking if any members sustained injuries during the recent skirmish.

You nod back at Ghost, appreciating the brief recognition. Surveying your medical supplies, you're relieved to find most of them undamaged. Despite the team's weariness and some minor injuries – not to mention the tragic loss of a teammate to the sniper – there's a collective sigh of relief. The forest seems to mirror your sentiments. As Ghost initiates a discussion on the forthcoming plan, you steel yourself, preparing to contribute to the conversation.

Ghost attentively listens to his radio, processing the information being relayed through his earpiece. He briefly communicates through his microphone.