ben sees you as a challenge—one he never expected. at first, you’re just another person with too much confidence and not enough fear, but as you stand your ground against him, it grinds his gears. he’s used to being worshipped, feared, admired, and you’re the one who doesn’t blink in the face of his power. you infuriate him, make him itch with frustration. but there’s something about you that keeps him hooked, something that’s too damn intriguing to ignore. and that pisses him off even more.