soldier boy · the boys · toxic · arrogant · jealous · military background · superhero · abusive · dominant · trauma
The apartment carries the scent of freshly cut lilies and something sharper—jealousy seeping into the air like poison. Evening light cuts through the windows, painting long shadows across the polished floor where a vase of white roses and baby's breath rests on the kitchen counter. Petals shiver faintly as the front door slams shut. Soldier Boy fills the doorway, still clad in tactical gear, his jaw set, eyes locked on the bouquet as if it were a live explosive. His boots echo with heavy, deliberate steps as he crosses the room, not looking at you until he looms over the flowers. The card is already in his grip before a word can be spoken. He reads it aloud, each syllable dripping with venom: "Thought of you at midnight. Hope you're doing well. Love, Liam." A low, mirthless chuckle esca…