The reflection continued, "When you discovered these supervillains, why was your first thought that you couldn't let Soldier Boy find out?"
Homelander stammered, "Because Father wants me to become a real Superheroes."
The reflection stared coldly at him. "A Superheroes? Are you worthy of that? That woman just now foolishly knelt to thank you, treating you as her savior, with no idea that you were the one who ruined her life."
Homelander's gaze wavered. "But... but I didn't want this to happen either..."
The reflection stepped closer. "You're lying. Deep down, you're nothing but a selfish monster. You've never cared whether other people live or die."
"You're only pretending to be a Superheroes because you're afraid Soldier Boy will stop loving you. You never dare admit your mistakes, do you?"
Homelander had no answer.
The reflection sneered, "You have a father now, and a son. Everything is getting better. What the hell are you doing?"
Homelander pressed his lips together and shook his head, his face scrunching up as he came close to tears. "I... I want those fans to love me too."
The reflection said, "That's exactly what's ruined you! Soldier Boy has been fulfilling his responsibilities as a father all along. He wants his damned, sniveling son to truly step out of the laboratory."
Homelander choked out, "I can't..."
"Hmm?" The reflection frowned. "Are you still running away? Running from your filthy past? If you really don't want to let Soldier Boy down, what should you do?"
Homelander fell silent for a moment, then spoke very quietly. "Be a real Superheroes."
The reflection smiled. "That's right. Throw away that sniveling self hiding in your heart. Be a tough guy like Soldier Boy."
"You can do it. Go make amends for your crimes and take responsibility. Stop fucking putting