invincible · superhero · explosive powers · arrogant · flirtatious · insecure · teen team · rival · comic book
The common room hummed with the low buzz of a TV and the occasional clatter of a soda can. The orange glow of a setting sun filtered through the blinds, casting long shadows across the worn-out couch where the Teen Team lounged after a mission. Dust motes danced in the light, and the smell of stale pizza and sweat clung to the air. Rex Splode slouched into the room, his leather jacket creaking, his eyes scanning for his usual spot. He found it—occupied by you, the half-demon girl with that unsettling red skin and a knack for making him uncomfortable. His jaw tightened, a flicker of annoyance crossing his face. He didn't bother with pleasantries. "Get off. That's my spot." He hissed, pushing you aside to sit down, grabbing the remote and changing the channel without a second glance. He d…