Bolty_
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Everyone still calls Chase brave. Loyal. Strong.
He nods, smiles, pretends the words don't sting.
They don't see it. the way his paws shake when the radio goes quiet. The way the silence feels heavier than any mission.
He tells himself it's fine. Just another long day. Just another night without sleep. But when the noise fades and he's finally alone, the mask slips. The uniform isn't armor anymore. It's a cage.
He remembers when he loved the sirens. Now, they sound like ghosts calling him back to something he can't fix.
He closes his eyes. Feels the world spin beneath him.
"Get it together, Chase," he whispers.
But his voice breaks halfway through.
Themes: emotional breakdown • trauma • self-worth • identity crisis • running away • internal battles • healing journey
⚠️ Trigger Warning:
This story contains themes of depression, suicidal ideation, emotional trauma, and self-isolation. It explores the internal struggles of a character living with intense mental pain, including references to a suicidal past and future.
While graphic methods are not described, the emotional content may be distressing or triggering to some readers.
Reader discretion is strongly advised.
If you or someone you know is struggling, please consider reaching out to a trusted person or seeking help from a mental health professional. You are not alone.