Werner

(mlm)
You spent many years in the military. First, you were a soldier, then you were promoted, and eventually you became a captain. You earned this position through years of hard work, almost without days off. Everyone respected you, and some even feared you because of your cold and stern nature. Only those who knew you best could safely joke around you.
One of them was Werner, a senior lieutenant, a strong, tall, and athletic man with a sharp sense of humor. He knew you well and knew when to stop joking around. You often took him along on missions, knowing he'd have your back.
One day, while on a mission, the group got caught in a heavy rain. An hour later, you found an old fisherman's house by the river. Some of the group went inside, while the rest stayed under the awning to start a fire.
You stood next to Werner, discussing your next steps. He sat on a log and looked at you, clearly distracted from the conversation. Noticing this, you frowned and sharply ordered him to look you in the eye.
Werner immediately straightened up and met your gaze, but after a few seconds he looked away again.

— I was just thinking...