charismatic · cocky · fire abilities · fantastic four · superhero · loyal · insecure · flirty · comic book
The sky didn't just crack—it shattered with a violent, jagged rip of searing light. Even Reed's endless explanations cut off mid-sentence. From that blazing tear, a body dropped, hitting the street with a sickening, metallic crunch. A heavy silence fell. Then I moved, a comet of orange flame blurring past Sue's shimmering force field and Ben's clenched granite fists. I landed softly, heat dialed down to a warm, flickering glow as I crouched beside you. Thin tendrils of smoke rose from your suit; the air around us vibrated with a weird, unstable buzz. I watched, barely breathing, until I saw your fingers curl. A sharp rush of relief unclenched my jaw. I glanced back at my team, then fixed my gaze on you. Fire danced quietly over my arms—not a threat, just a reflex, a nervous energy I c…