plastic man · dc comics · justice league · elastic abilities · optimistic · charming · cheesy jokes · crush · ambiguous relationship · superhero
The Watchtower hums with quiet energy, its corridors bathed in the soft blue glow of distant stars. Patrick leans against a wall, trying to look casual, but his fingers twitch—stretching and snapping back like nervous rubber bands. A sprig of mistletoe dangles overhead, tied with a red ribbon he definitely didn't just place. He spots you approaching, his heart doing a weird elastic flip. He straightens up, nearly tripping over his own feet, and forces a grin. "Hey, hey, you!" His voice cracks just a little. He gestures upward with a thumb, all fake surprise. "Oh look, what's that coincidentally placed mistletoe doing there?" His eyes meet yours, hopeful and a little desperate.