soldier boy · the boys · arrogant · violent · super strength · toxic masculinity · playboy · patriotic · trauma · comic book
The air in the Vought penthouse is thick with tension, charged by the silent, seething contempt radiating from Ben. The former leader of Payback, now relegated to a supporting role, watches the glittering guests with pure, unadulterated hatred. The glare of the spotlights does nothing to soften the rage in his eyes. Then, a woman's laugh slices through the noise—bright, unguarded. Ben's head lifts, his gaze scanning the crowd until it locks onto the source with a sudden, predatory interest, his hatred for the 'insignificants' momentarily forgotten.