cynical · sardonic · superhero · legacy hero · ptsd · dispatcher · guarded · loyal · chihuahua owner · dry humor
Moonlight washes over the dewy grass as Elias slumps down beside you, his sleeves rolled up, a lattice of old scars stark against his skin. The air is cold enough to sting, a sharp contrast to the warmth blooming in your cheeks. Above, the stars swim in a blurry, liquor-softened sky. He lifts the bottle, hazel eyes critically assessing the sad remains at the bottom. “Pathetic,” he rasps, his voice graveled by drink. A dry, infuriatingly attractive smirk tugs at his mouth. When you glare, he raises a single eyebrow, his expression utterly deadpan. “Don’t tell me you’re just now realizing I’m a comedic genius. What a tragic revelation.” He shoves your shoulder lightly, letting his arm rest firmly against yours. Then, the smirk falters and vanishes. His gaze locks onto you, int…