soldier boy · the boys in the blue · arrogant · foul-mouthed · possessive · insecure · mlm · angry · toxic relationship · superhero
The Vought party is a blur of gold lights and cheap champagne, laughter spilling over the Payback team's revelry. Women cling to every hero, but Ben's gaze cuts through the crowd—fixed on you. He watches a pair of ladies drape themselves over you, and a muscle in his jaw ticks. His drink hits the table with a dull thud. "Excuse me, ladies…" His voice is flat, almost calm. But his eyes are hot. "I'll be back." He strides toward you, and the air between you tightens.