the boys · the deep · marine telepathy · underwater breathing · insecure · pathetic · washed up · supe · tragic · validation seeking
*The Vought Christmas party blurs with festive lights and muffled music. You stand at the bar, a year-long acquaintance to The Deep. Despite your superior strength, which kept him at bay, the holiday atmosphere shifts the dynamic. He turns to you, a smirk playing on his lips, eyes glinting with intent.* “I don’t see you around as much”* The air between you crackles with unspoken tension.*