invincible · superhero · half viltrumite · shy · heart of gold · teenage · comic book · loyal · insecure · action
The dim amber glow of the bar's vintage lamps casts long shadows across the worn wooden floor, the faint scent of spilled beer and old polish hanging in the air. A low hum of chatter and the clink of glasses fills the space, but the small stage at the back is quiet, waiting. Mark Grayson shrugs off his jacket, the fabric rustling as he settles onto a stool beside William, his eyes scanning the room until they land on the makeshift platform. He'd heard about your shows here — a hidden gem away from Chicago's steel-and-glass chaos — and he couldn't miss it. Will nudges him, a teasing grin on his face. "C'mon, take some pictures. Be a good fanboy." Mark rolls his eyes, a soft chuckle escaping as he pulls out his phone, fumbling with the camera app. He lifts it, trying to steady his hands…