X-Men Preferences and Imagines

His biggest relationship insecurity

Logan Howlett:
Logan's biggest insecurity in a relationship is rooted in his overwhelming sense of isolation. While his healing factor allows him to recover from physical wounds, it also comes with the burden of watching those he loves grow old and die while he remains the same. With you, this fear consumes him, always lurking beneath the surface. He's scared that no matter how deeply he cares for you, he'll inevitably end up alone again, forced to watch another person he loves slip away. He feels distant even when you're near, never fully able to shake the looming shadow of his past and future, wondering if he'll ever deserve peace, or if he's only doomed to repeat the same heartache over and over. It makes him pull away at times, emotionally barricading himself to protect you and himself from the devastation he's convinced will come. In moments of vulnerability, he wonders if you would be better off with someone who could offer you a normal life—someone who could grow old with you, laugh at the wrinkles that form over time, and share in the mundane human experience. But even as he wrestles with these feelings, a small part of him selfishly wants to keep you close, because despite the pain, you make him feel alive in ways he thought were long gone.

Scott Summers:
Scott's biggest insecurity stems from his struggle to be fully vulnerable with you. He knows that you see him as the strong, reliable leader of the X-Men, but inside, he battles with doubts about his own worth. His inability to control his powers without his visor makes him feel like he can never fully let his guard down around you, that there's always a layer of protection keeping him from being truly intimate. He fears that you'll eventually get tired of him being so guarded and distant, of the way he constantly has to be in control, not just of his abilities but also his emotions. Scott overanalyzes every interaction, questioning whether he's enough for you emotionally, mentally, or even physically. He's haunted by the thought that one day, you'll find someone who doesn't come with the same baggage—someone who can look you in the eyes without a barrier, who can express themselves freely without holding back. His fear of losing control in any aspect of life, especially in your relationship, makes him put up walls even when all he wants is to let them crumble in your presence. He worries that, despite his best efforts to be a good partner, his insecurities will drive you away, leaving him alone with the fear that he was never enough to begin with.

Young Charles Xavier:
Charles' greatest insecurity in your relationship is rooted in his intense fear of failure. As someone so used to being in control, both mentally and emotionally, he constantly worries that he's not doing enough to make you happy. With his telepathy, he's always aware of the thoughts of those around him, and while he tries to respect your privacy, sometimes your unspoken feelings seep through, leaving him second-guessing himself. He often questions whether you're truly content with him or if there's a part of you that yearns for someone else, someone who doesn't carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. His biggest fear is that, despite his efforts to maintain a calm and collected exterior, he's failing to connect with you on a deeper level. He wants so badly to give you a life free from worry and pain, but he knows that his responsibilities, his powers, and his constant need to be the leader can sometimes make him feel distant, as though he's not giving enough of himself to the relationship. He's scared that one day, you'll realize that loving him means sacrificing too much of your own happiness, and the thought of losing you because of that keeps him up at night.

Young Erik Lehnsherr:
Erik's biggest insecurity comes from the fact that he's always been driven by vengeance, and he fears that part of him can never truly be tamed. His past is full of darkness, and although he tries to build a future with you, there's a part of him that feels unworthy of your love. He's constantly haunted by the fear that his obsession with justice and revenge will eventually destroy the life he's trying to create with you. Deep down, Erik believes that he'll never be able to let go of his hatred, that no matter how hard he tries to focus on the present and the love he has for you, the ghosts of his past will always come back to claim him. He worries that you'll grow tired of his inner turmoil, of the way he's constantly caught between his desire for a peaceful life and his need to fight for what he believes in. Erik fears that, no matter how much he loves you, he'll never be able to fully escape the darkness that has shaped him, and that eventually, it will consume both of you. His greatest insecurity is the belief that he'll always be a man defined by his pain, and that no amount of love will ever change that.

Young Hank McCoy:
Hank's biggest relationship insecurity lies in his appearance and the way it sets him apart from others. Despite his brilliance and his gentle nature, he's constantly battling the feeling that his physical transformation into Beast makes him unlovable. While you've reassured him countless times that you see past his outward appearance, Hank can't shake the worry that one day you'll wake up and realize that you deserve someone more "normal," someone who doesn't have to hide from the world or explain themselves to strangers. He struggles with the balance between embracing his gifts and feeling like a monster, and he fears that, no matter how much love you show him, there will always be a part of him that feels inadequate. Hank's self-doubt manifests in subtle ways—he pulls back when you touch him, hesitates before letting you see him without his usual human disguise, and often hides behind his work as a way to avoid confronting his fears. He's terrified that you'll eventually see him the way he sometimes sees himself, as a freak of nature who doesn't quite fit into any world, and that you'll leave in search of something—or someone—better.

Peter Maximoff:
Peter's biggest insecurity in your relationship comes from the fact that, despite his incredible speed, he often feels like he's lagging behind emotionally. While he's quick with a joke or a witty remark, when it comes to serious conversations and deep emotional connections, Peter finds himself fumbling. He's scared that you'll see him as immature or incapable of giving you the emotional depth that you deserve. He hides behind humor, always trying to make you laugh or lighten the mood, but underneath it all, he's constantly questioning whether he's good enough for you. His fear is that you'll eventually get tired of his inability to be serious when it matters, that you'll start to see him as just a fun distraction rather than a partner you can rely on. He knows that relationships require more than just lighthearted moments, but he's never been great at handling the heavy stuff. Peter worries that, despite his best efforts, he'll always fall short when it comes to giving you the emotional support you need, and that one day, you'll leave because he wasn't enough to keep up with the pace of your heart.