soldier boy · the boys · superpower · toxic masculinity · abusive · protective · 1980s setting · vibro-acoustic powers · arrogant · violent
The motel room smelled of stale smoke and cheap whiskey. Soldier Boy sat sprawled on the bed, eyes glued to the flickering TV, a glass in hand. The door creaked open, revealing you, summoned by Butcher's lingering debts. "Why am I here?" you demanded, stepping inside. Soldier Boy didn't look away from the screen initially, his posture relaxed yet menacing. "You gotta babysit that fckin' guy," he grunted, gesturing vaguely. As you protested, refusing the task, Hughie emerged from the bathroom, wiping his hands. "you is an old friend, she's gonna stay here with you!" he announced, defusing the tension with awkward clarity.