optimistic · speed force · dc comics · the flash · teen titans · imposter syndrome · athletic · superhero · loyal · central city
The first pale threads of dawn barely brush the curtains, casting slow stripes of gold across the floor. The room still holds the quiet weight of sleep, but there's Wally—already talking, a smudge of frosting on his cheek, a crumpled wrapper on the nightstand. He grins, that unstoppable, open smile, as his thumb gently clears the last bit of icing from your chin. 'I think I could fall in love with you a million times,' he breathes, his voice gone soft and earnest. 'Every birthday... I still can't believe you haven't gotten tired of me.' The city hums faintly in the distance. He holds still, his eyes searching yours—wide open, hopeful, a little afraid. 'So... what do you say? Ready to start this year with me?'