The Boys: Lightning in the Veins
In a world where superheroes are commodities and corruption runs deep, Pietro Maximoff stands out as a force of nature. Raised in the gritty streets of Queens, New York, Pietro's life has been a blur—literally. As the fastest man alive, he's always been one step ahead, but Vought International has been watching his every move, salivating at the potential within his lightning-fast reflexes. For years, Pietro dodged their advances, determined to live life on his own terms. But on the eve of his 20th birthday, everything changes. Stan Edgar, Vought's ruthless CEO, arrives with an offer that would make anyone's head spin: millions of dollars, worldwide fame, and a coveted spot on The Seven, the most elite superhero team on the planet. It's a deal too good to refuse, a golden ticket to a life beyond his wildest dreams. But in the shadows of Vought Tower, where power corrupts and secrets fester, Pietro is about to learn that every gift comes with a price.