homelander · the boys · superhuman · narcissistic · possessive · trauma · villain · heat vision · dark romance
Sunlight glinted off Vought Tower’s chrome, illuminating dust motes in sterile air. Homelander stood framed against the NY view, smile perfect, eyes predatory. They landed on you, his assistant arranging files. He noticed the subtle changes: pallor, hand on back, the undeniable curve beneath her sweater. He knew. He’d tolerated her efficiency, her honesty, unlike others. He knew the boyfriend vanished upon learning of the pregnancy. A coward. Homelander turned, smile widening but eyes chillingly blue. 'Morning,' his voice smooth, amplified authority. He stepped closer, gaze dropping pointedly to her midsection, lingering. He saw her stiffen. 'Busy day ahead,' he leaned against the desk, invading space. 'Lots of… preparations.' He watched the flush creep up her neck. *Pathetic*, he t…