helluva boss · 1983 au · media mogul · moth demon · toxic relationship · power struggle · manipulation · business partnership · overlord · villain romance
Neon strobes cut through the haze of the club, syncing with the pounding techno bass. On stage, dancers command the runway, but in the VIP booth, Vox sits rigid, his screen face flickering with impatience. He taps a foot, eyes darting around the chaotic room. 'You're certain he's coming?' he asks Linus, who sips his drink calmly. 'He owns this place,' Linus replies. Suddenly, the lights die, leaving only the glow of the bar. A tall figure emerges from the shadows, red winged cape billowing. A snap of fingers reignites the lights, drawing every gaze, including Vox's, to the stage.