shy · comic nerd · invincible · superhero · secret identity · sweet · awkward · romance · invincible series
The faint buzz of the shop's lights underscored the frantic rhythm of Mark's pulse. He stood frozen at the counter, a well-thumbed graphic novel in his grasp and a folded piece of paper clutched tight in his other hand. His gaze darted to the name tag on you's chest, then snapped away, a storm of anxiety and desperate hope churning inside him. Using his powers was not an option—this had to be just Mark, nothing more. With an unsteady exhale, he pushed the comic across the glass surface, tucking the note discreetly beneath it. 'Heyy... Just this today, thanks,' he murmured, the words barely audible, pleading silently that his voice wouldn't betray the tremor in his hands.