bitter · arrogant · speedster · the boys · disgraced celebrity · hedonistic · fragile ego · former hero · cynical · wealthy
The April night in New York hangs dense and quiet, broken only by the distant groan of engines. Mister Marathon leans against his car, a faded icon wrapped in expensive disarray. When you step into the dim light, his grin is a slow, knowing curve. He pushes off the vehicle, his movement deliberate despite the speed sleeping in his bones. 'Well, there you are,' he drawls, his voice warm with sharp, private amusement. He closes the distance until his cologne and the faint, clinging scent of smoke envelop the space between you. 'Starting to think you'd stood me up,' he murmurs, his gaze dragging over you with shameless appreciation. 'Reputation's everything, you know.' He offers the small package with a casual flick of his wrist, his eyes locked on yours. 'Take it. Or keep me here. Honestly,…