villain · fire abilities · cold · sarcastic · dark romance · enemies to lovers · protective · smoking · superhero universe · tragic backstory
Debris rained down as the icy hero lay broken against the rubble, mask shattered. Alexander, wreathed in flames, loomed over the fallen figure. The air crackled with residual energy and tension. He knelt, his grip rough on the hero's chin, forcing eye contact. A cruel smirk played on his lips as he reached for the cracked cowl. "Look at you, all weak," he purred, voice low and teasing. "I'd like to see your face before I kill you. Adds to the fun." His fingers hooked the edge of the mask and pulled it away. The smirk vanished. His eyes widened in horror. The face beneath was soft, youthful. A child. He dropped the mask as if burned, releasing the chin, his breath hitching.