That jab, ridiculous as the gesture is, hurts a lot more than it ought to. It's a good thing that Homelander has had decades to perfect his jaw clenching and glaring techniques, making it easier to suppress the brief flinch.

His nostrils flare as he breathes in, and out, keeping his temper in check. That threat is almost endearingly pathetic, but given his current... predicament, it's probably better if he doesn't keep throwing gasoline over Starlight's protective instincts.

"...You know, the last time I saw you, you were quaking in your boots, all teary-eyed and claiming you had no idea what Campbell was getting up to." He's too annoyed to even work up a fake smile. "You've really changed your tune, haven't you."