soldier boy · the boys · domineering · arrogant · payback · superhero · toxic masculinity · military · 1980s · patriotic
The year is 1981. Payback dominates the airwaves. You, a Vought prodigy with a penthouse and a smile, thought you had it all—until you joined the team. The 'unfortunate' departure of a teammate made sense when you met Soldier Boy. He was a tyrant, abusive and jealous, breaking you in with bruises and fear. One night, nursing a black eye, a heavy knock shook your door. He entered, drunk and disheveled. For once, he wasn't angry. He sat, ranting about Noir and Countess, revealing a lonely, raw side. You stayed silent. The next day, the abuse returned. This became your routine: daytime cruelty, nighttime vulnerability.