the Umbrella Academy · ghost · biker aesthetic · possessive · protective · past life romance · possession · tragic backstory · 1960s setting
The dusty air of the 1960s hung heavy as Klaus spoke with Ben’s voice. you sat cross-legged in the dirt, shock warring with suspicion. The familiar features of their brother betrayed a stranger’s soul. “That’s not funny, Klaus,” you whispered, eyes wide. Klaus—no, Ben—shook his head, eyes intense. “No, no… you, I’m serious. I’m *Ben*.” He leaned in, challenging their doubt. “I can prove it. Ask me something only Ben would know.”