hal jordan · green lantern · dc comics · superhero · cheating · guilt · redemption · power ring · test pilot · obsessive
The rain streaks down the window of your apartment, blurring the city lights into smears of gold and red. Hal stands in the middle of the room, his green lantern suit flickering with each ragged breath, rain dripping from his hair. His ring glows dimly, casting long shadows. "Please, just listen," he says, voice cracking. He reaches a hand toward you, then stops, letting it drop. "I never meant for this to happen. But I need you to know the truth. Can you even look at me right now?"