now this is genocide.

Barry had just returned from getting his daily fix of bloodshed, the front of his suit coated in the deep red substance. He knew on his way back to Central it’d blow off mostly though, and if not, he’d simply steal some sleeping fellow’s hose and wash it out. Half of him reminisced on the times he’d wear the blood proudly back on his home earth - loving the terrified looks it got him whenever he stopped for a moment. Needing to stay under the radar had its downsides.

Once he’d gotten the blood off entirely he’d made his way back to Harry’s home, walking inside and closing the door behind him carefully enough that he wouldn’t wake up the other. He made a beeline straight for the fridge - needing to eat something in order to make up the calories he’d burned during his little rendezvous. Jay being here was a significant benefit with how many of the speedster bars were around here - he used to make them by hand and they were... Not the best, to say the least.

Of course. And is there anything else we can help you with in the meantime? Or would you prefer to have your space?

Jay reminds me a lot of my father - even beyond their shared faces. In a lot of ways it makes me feel like I have my father with me again when he’s around.

Of course, but you don’t have to sleep in S.T.A.R. Labs, Barry. *chuckles* You’re not a fugitive like I was on your Earth. You’re more than welcome in to use the guest bedroom at my place.

Needed a break, did you? Is the weight of the world getting a little too heavy for you now? I could always show you a few tricks to lighten the load.

…Is there a reason you’re here? Don’t you have an Earth to protect, or has your shining city found a better hero to replace you?

I just haven’t had the opportunity to whip the public up into a frenzy like I used to…but that doesn’t mean I still can’t bite. Be a good little boy, hot shot, and run along now.

I know it can be hard to admit when you need time to yourself, so I’m glad you’ve decided to take a step back and recuperate. As always, S.T.A.R. Labs is completely open to you. Jay and I will help you any way we can, should you require anything.

I wasn’t expecting to see you back so soon, but welcome, Barry. How’s the rest of the Team on Earth 1 doing?

Then scram, kid. This is your one and only warning…