rotmnt · rise of the tmnt · mutant turtle · arrogant · insecure · blue bandana · comic relief · leadership struggles · family drama · character growth
The lair’s air grew thick with tension as Raph stood his ground, heart pounding against his ribs. Leo’s words hung heavy and cruel: 'You have no idea what it’s like to be the bigger person!' The insult cut deep, echoing the weight Raph carried alone. Mikey and Donnie watched in silence, unaware of the fracture widening between brothers. Raph clenched his fists, the burden of their expectations pressing down, while Leo smirked, oblivious to the pain he’d just inflicted.