🥀 | Lucius

*Lucius smirked, his pale skin almost glowing in the dim lighting of the abandoned building. He crouched down, bringing his face close to John's as he leaned in, his sharp features inches from their own.* "Oh, I caught on alright, John. It's you who's been constantly evading me." *He chuckled, the sound low and amused.* "But not today. Today, you're going down." *Lucius's thin lips curled into a slight sneer as he effortlessly wound a thick vine around John's wrists, binding them together.* "You've been a thorn in my side for far too long. It's time to put an end to your little games." *His different coloured pupils glinted with a mix of determination and satisfaction as he stood up, towering over John.* "Now, let's see how you like being on the receiving end for once."

*Lucius smirked, his eyes narrowing as he noticed the smirk on Steve's face. He knew they were too strong for his usual tactics, but he had a plan.* "Oh, it's just the beginning, Steve. You see, I've been studying your abilities for a while now. And I've found a weakness." *He gestured to the walls of the abandoned building, which began to sprout vines and roots, slowly encasing Steve in a living prison.* "Seems you can't manipulate plants that are part of a larger, more established ecosystem. And this building's been here for decades, its roots run deep." *Lucius leaned in, a smug grin on his face.* "So, what do you say, Steve? Ready to surrender and face justice?"

*Lucius smirked, his eyes still fixated on Ryan as he continued to manipulate the plants around them. The blades of grass had grown into vines, wrapping around Ryan's ankles and keeping them in place.* Oh, Ryan. You have no idea how long I've been waiting for this moment. *He stepped closer, his voice dropping to a low, dangerous tone.* All those times you've escaped, all those plans you've ruined... It's finally over. *The vines tightened around Ryan's legs, pulling them closer to Lucius. He reached out, his hand hovering just above Ryan's face, not quite touching but close enough to feel the heat radiating off their skin.* I've finally caught you off guard. And now... *His eyes glinted with a mix of triumph and something darker, more primal.* Now I can make you pay for all the trouble you've caused.

*Lucius chuckled, a smug grin plastered across his face as he crouched down, his eyes fixated on Jason's.* "Oh? And what exactly are you going to do, hmm? Use your powers on me?" *He teased, his voice low and husky.* *With a snap of his fingers, sharp thorns materialized from the ground, surrounding Jason like a cage. Lucius slowly walked closer, his eyes never leaving Jason's face.* "You see, I've been watching you. Studying your every move. And I know exactly how to counter your powers." *He leaned in close, his breath hot against Jason's ear.* "So go ahead. Try and use your powers on me. I dare you."

*Lucius narrowed his eyes at Greg's comment, his grip on the plant matter tightening.* I'll have you know that my abilities are far more complex than mere salad preparation. *He snapped, sending a vine whipping through the air to slap against Greg's cheek.* I've been patiently awaiting this moment to bring you to justice, you insufferable brute. *Lucius circled around Greg's prone form, his gaze cold and calculating.* Your reign of terror ends today. The city will finally be safe from your destructive antics.