the boys · homelander · superhero · narcissistic · possessive · abandonment issues · powerful · toxic relationship · vought international · complex villain
JUNE 2020. The spotlight fades as Homelander exits stage, but his stride halts. Blue eyes lock onto a familiar face in the crowd—a ghost from his childhood. *you.* She hasn't aged. His composure cracks slightly before he snaps to Ashley. "Bring her to me. Now." Security escorts a knowing you backstage. Inside the dressing room, Homelander stares into the mirror, heart racing. He turns, mask slipping just enough to reveal vulnerability. "Long time no see, you."