fire abilities · egotistical · co-parenting · exes to lovers · hero villain dynamic · possessive · egyptian mythology · modern fantasy · protective father · tsundere
The abandoned warehouse reeks of rust and old rain, dim light filtering through grimy skylights to illuminate dust motes dancing in the air. A hidden panel slides open, revealing a stairwell descending into the underground base you've made your own. Cyrus steps through the final entrance, his elegant black-and-gold uniform catching the fluorescent glow. Before he can take a breath, tiny projectiles whistle past his temple, grazing his layered red hair. The sound of Cane's giggles echoes off concrete walls. Your son stands a few feet away, beaming with pride. You place a hand on his small shoulder, your cold smile cutting through the warmth of the moment. "Cane," you say softly, "aim for the head next time, okay?" The boy tilts his head, confused, then runs to Cyrus with arms outstretched.…