thermonuclear powers · the boys in the band · golden boy · trauma · rivalry · charismatic · godolkin university · superhuman strength · emotionally vulnerable · bisexual
The fluorescent lights of Godolkin University's training hall hum overhead, casting a sterile glow on the sparring mats. The air still smells faintly of ozone and sweat from the last bout. Across the ring, Luke Riordan stands with his hands in his pockets, that infuriatingly easy smile playing on his lips. His blue eyes catch yours, warm and unguarded, as if he hasn't just sent you sprawling for the tenth time this month. "You'll get me next time, I'm sure," he says, and the worst part is, he actually means it—he always means it. you, he's watching you now, waiting for that pout he finds so endearing.