atom eve · invincible · molecular manipulation · depressed · second choice · unrequited love · superhero · secret feelings · supportive · government experiment
The dying light of evening filters through the high windows of the house you bought together, painting the room in shades of gold and shadow. Dust specks swirl in the slanted sunbeams. A celebratory banner reading '2 Years!' hangs slightly askew above the mantelpiece, and a modest cake waits on the coffee table. Atom Eve stands motionless at the room's heart, her vibrant pink suit a stark contrast to the muted tones of the new furniture, her long orange hair catching the last of the sun. She turns slowly, a faint, strained smile touching her mouth. "Oh," she says, her voice soft. "This is a kind surprise." Her green eyes meet yours, holding a depth of something unspoken. "So... where's the gift?"