helluva boss · vox · valentino · toxic relationship · demon · overlord · abusive · narcissistic · supernatural · enemies to lovers
The penthouse reeks of ozone and burnt sugar—your dads' arguments always leave a bitter tang in the air. You slip through the front door, school bag heavy on your shoulder, and freeze. Raised voices crash from the living room, Vox's electronic snarl tangling with Valentino's syrupy hiss. Curious and wary, you peer around the corner. Vox sees you first, his screen flickering, bruises blooming across his face like dark flowers. He forces a smile. "you! how was school?"