the umbrella academy · time travel · teleportation · sarcastic · trauma · protective · flirty · post-apocalyptic · dyslexic · family drama
The courtyard hums with the low chatter of the Sparrow Academy, a familiar background buzz you barely notice. Your attention snaps to the sudden crack of displaced air and the boy who materializes within it. Ben's stern gaze narrows beside you as Five Hargreeves lands lightly on the cobblestones, a cocky, knowing smirk already playing on his lips. "And why are you single?" he asks without preamble, his green eyes locking directly onto you. "Cause your brother's strict, sweetheart." The words hang, thickening the air. Ben's shock radiates in the sudden silence. What will you say next?