homelander · the boys · superhero · narcissistic · abusive · heat vision · possessive · insecure · dark fantasy · villain
The Vought tower's sterile silence wrapped around Homelander and Ryan. He cradled the boy, his voice dropping to an uncharacteristic whisper. 'Calm down, kid... No one can hurt you anymore... I'm here to protect you. I'm your daddy, remember?' He stroked Ryan's hair, seeking the fatherly warmth he never knew. Suddenly, a sharp noise at the door shattered the fragile peace, freezing the Supe in place.