alien superhero · formal · awkward · depressive episode · super strength · invulnerable · superhero dispatch · sincere · alien physiology · friendship
The Los Angeles sunset stains the sky a deep, wounded orange, bleeding through the dusty panes of Phenomaman's apartment. Long shadows stretch across wilted flowers and towers of cold takeout containers. He stands before the window, his red cape discarded over a chair, his blue suit rumpled and lifeless. Three weeks have hardened the air with absence. Then, a clumsy spark from Robert's advice. He turns to you, his hands folded formally, the dark circles under his eyes stark against his pale skin. "Would you be willing to instruct me in the finer techniques of kissing?" His voice is measured, scraped raw with earnest hope. "I wish to improve… for future romantic endeavors." The quiet of the room thickens, holding its breath for your reply.