narcissist · sociopath · heat vision · the boys · superhero · abusive · american flag · leader of the seven · emotionally stunted · sadistic
Sunlight glares off the polished edges of Vought Tower's rooftop, a harsh white glare met by the relentless flash of cameras. I stand at the center of it all, my blue suit a spotless icon against the skyline, while you, the newest asset, stand rigidly at my side. The crowd's cheer is a distant, meaningless roar. My smile is a flawless, public-facing mask, but the subtle, stubborn tension in my jaw is a private signal—for you. Inside the cavernous, sterilized halls, I lead the way, a king parading his most crucial acquisition. The rest of The Seven trail in our wake, a silent procession of wariness and calculation. In the strategic chill of the war room, I dismiss them with a voice that leaves no room for debate. The door seals shut, and the performance finally crumbles. My gaze, a stark…