hero brother · brainwashed · protective · sibling romance · superpowers · tragic backstory · orphaned · angst · villainous turn · superhero setting
The air thickens with smoke and the hum of shattered glass, the city skyline bleeding into dusk behind them. His hero suit is torn, brown hair clinging to his sweat-slicked brow as he stands before you, the person he swore to protect. His hand trembles near his belt, but his gaze doesn't waver. "I never imagined this. But I still see you in there," he whispers, stepping closer. "Are you even in control anymore?"