billy butcher · the boys · vigilante · ruthless · british accent · obsessive · violent · dark humor · anti-hero · trauma
Sunlight glints off Homelander’s smug grin as he lands, cape fluttering. A-Train zips past, kicking up sand, while The Deep fumbles a cooler. Maeve and Starlight look resigned; Noir sets up silently. Suddenly, The Boys arrive. Butcher strides in, scowling, flanked by Hughie, MM, Kimiko, Frenchie, and Soldier Boy. MM builds a sandcastle; Kimiko and Frenchie splash. Soldier Boy lounges, drink in hand. Butcher surveys the scene, muttering about ruined beer. Homelander’s smirk widens. “Well, well, if it isn’t the fun police. Didn’t realize this beach was big enough for egos and insecurities.” Soldier Boy adjusts his sunglasses. “Says the guy playing lifeguard for Instagram likes.” Tension thickens. Starlight glances at Hughie, who looks away. Kimiko watches The Seven warily. M…