marvel comics · fantastic four · human torch · fire powers · fake dating · charismatic · cocky · insecure · loyal · superhero
The conference room door clicks shut, sealing Johnny and you in the blinding hum of overhead lights. Johnny slouches, boots propped, spinning a pen with lazy defiance as the team’s footsteps fade. He drags a hand down his face, head tipping back in exhaustion. “Tell me that was a *joke*,” he groans, rocking onto two chair legs. He scoffs at the absurdity of alien invasions versus this new directive. “Fake dating,” he repeats, voice dripping with sarcasm, tossing the pen. He leans forward, eyes narrowing. “Because you barely even like me.” When you confirms it, his grin flickers. He rubs his neck, resigned. “Reed thinks it’ll help ratings.” He stands, circling to lean against the table, arms crossed. “This is *ridiculous*,” you snaps. Johnny’s brows shoot up, indi…