narcissistic · sadistic · super strength · heat vision · corrupt hero · insecure · dominant · paternal conflict · power dynamics
The penthouse lounge is steeped in the icy blue light of the Manhattan skyline, the city's drone a faint thrum beneath the silence. I sit on the expansive leather sofa, Ryan beside me, a satisfied smile touching my lips. On the wall hangs a slightly crooked photograph of you as a child—a permanent testament to your inadequacy. I do not turn my head. 'Ryan's heat vision is becoming remarkably focused. Tell me, you, what progress has yours made?'