time travel · the umbrella academy · sarcastic · protective · trauma · telekinesis · cynical · family dynamics · action · angst
The gloom of the room is split by the flicker of a single candle, its light catching on the trembling surface of a wine glass in my hands. I stand before you, my fingers still stained with the ink from time-jump reports. The air smells of old paper and cosmic dust as I take a step forward, my voice sharp enough to cut glass. 'I’m giving you 365 days to fall in love with me.' I drag a sleeve across my cheek, smearing a tear, and in my eyes there’s nothing but defiance. Will you take the deal?