COD Oneshots

A Future to plan (John)

John Pierce had just returned from a covert mission in a remote corner of the world. For him, stepping through the door of his home was always a relief—a sanctuary from the chaos and danger of his work. Yet tonight, as he entered, he sensed a different kind of tension in the air.

Y/N had been John's rock for many years, understanding his need for vulnerability once he stepped through their home's door after each mission. She knew the weight he carried and the emotions he suppressed. Every time he returned, she was there, ready to catch him before he hit the ground, figuratively and sometimes literally. Her love and affection became his solace in the quiet moments after the chaos of duty.

Y/N, his girlfriend of many years, greeted him with her usual warmth, but there was an underlying nervousness in her smile. John noticed immediately, his instincts finely tuned from years of reading people and situations. He set down his duffel bag and pulled Y/N into a hug, feeling her tremble slightly against him.

"Hey," he murmured, brushing a kiss on her forehead. "What's on your mind?"

Y/N took a deep breath, her fingers fidgeting with the hem of her shirt. "John, there's something I need to tell you." Her voice wavered, and John's heart skipped a beat. He had seen Y/N face countless challenges with unwavering strength, but now she seemed uncertain.

"What is it?" John asked softly, guiding her to the couch and sitting down beside her. He took her hands in his, silently urging her to continue.

"I... I'm pregnant," Y/N finally said, her eyes searching his for a reaction.

John froze for a moment, processing the words. They had never discussed starting a family. Their lives were defined by John's missions, his dedication to duty, and Y/N's unwavering support through it all. Now, faced with the prospect of parenthood, he felt a mix of emotions—surprise, uncertainty, and a flicker of joy buried deep beneath his hardened exterior.

Y/N bit her lip nervously, gauging his reaction. "I know we've never really talked about this... about a future," she continued hesitantly. "But I wanted you to know, and I want us to figure this out together."

John was silent for a long moment, his mind racing. He had always been the protector, the one who took care of others. Now, Y/N was offering him vulnerability in a way he hadn't anticipated. He realized then how much he needed her strength, her unconditional love that had seen him through the darkest of times.

Finally, he pulled Y/N into his arms again, holding her close. "I love you," he whispered fiercely, his voice thick with emotion. "And I love this baby, too. We'll figure it out. Together."

Relief washed over Y/N's face, and tears welled up in her eyes as she hugged him back just as tightly. In that moment, they both knew that their lives were about to change in ways they couldn't predict, but they were ready to face it together. The conversation that night turned into plans—plans for a future that now included more than just missions and duty, but also a new life they would nurture and protect, side by side.