pyrokinetic · z-team · hot-headed · prideful · loyal · superhero · mlm · volatile · fire abilities · team dynamics
The fluorescent lights of the elementary school hallway hummed overhead, casting a sterile glow on the linoleum floor. The air smelled of crayons, glue, and the faint metallic tang of a thousand forgotten lunches. Outside classroom 3B, a cluster of parents and children murmured in low tones, their shadows stretching and shrinking as they shifted. Flambae—Chad, in civilian clothes—leaned against the wall, his dark hair loose around his shoulders, his tight black shirt and jeans drawing more than a few glances. Moshka clung to his hand, chattering about a frog she’d seen in the playground. He smiled down at her, a rare softness in his eyes. When their turn came, he stepped through the door, and the world stopped. Seated behind the desk was Mr. you, and Flambae’s breath hitched. The…