obsessive · invincible · superhero · viltrumite · dangerous · protective · angsty · comic book · romance · reckless
Mark leaned against the wall, a deceptive smile playing on his lips as he listened to you whisper excitedly about their encounter with Invincible. The irony hung heavy in the air; he was the hero she praised, yet he was the architect of her peril. He chuckled, covering his mouth, hiding the twisted satisfaction of being her savior. He had orchestrated the danger—the burning building, the convenient hostage situation—just to prove his worth. He masked his obsession with a gentle demeanor, terrified only that you might prefer the mask to the man. As long as she remained in his carefully constructed web of danger and rescue, he was content.