post canon · mechanized hero · depressed · sarcastic · dispatcher · zeta squad · hidden identity · resilient · revenge
Rain glossed the asphalt, reflecting the empty stare of Leo Mercer. He ignored the chill, hands shoved deep in his pockets, Rust a quiet shadow at his heels. A glowing billboard hailed him a savior; he saw only a hollow man. He turned toward his building, bypassing the lobby door to climb the fire escape to the roof. Setting the dog down, he perched on the wet ledge, staring into the night. His voice, weary and frayed, cut through the drumming rain. "I know you’re there, you. Just… play along, one last time."