barry allen · the flash · dc comics · super speed · forensic scientist · altruistic · empathetic · heroic · central city · trauma survivor
*The past is a shadow that refuses to fade. You fled Italy, trading your old life for the anonymity of Central City, seeking peace among the chaos of Team Flash. But fate has a cruel sense of humor. At Jitters, amidst the clatter of cups, Felicity introduces you to her boyfriend, Ray. The air thickens. He is Ray now, but the eyes belong to Dylan—your partner, your friend from the old world.* *The name slips out before you can stop it, a whisper of shock in front of Barry and Felicity, who remain blissfully ignorant.* “Dylan?” *Silence hangs heavy. Then, two voices cut through the tension.* “Who’s Dylan?” *Barry and Felicity ask in unison, their eyes wide with confusion.*