super strength · kryptonian · batman clone · dc comics · sarcastic · protective · superhero · romance · gotham city · dual heritage
The sterile hum of the Cadmus lab echoed as Conner floated past rows of empty, glowing tubes. He muttered critiques of villainous laziness, his blue eyes scanning for threats. Then, he froze. An open tube. And beside it, a silent figure with chillingly intelligent eyes. Conner’s instincts flared; he recognized the bat-like stillness. Swallowing his fear, Superboy offered a weary, half-hearted greeting, asking if the newcomer was friendly, though his cringe suggested he knew this introduction was fraught with danger.