I wanted to mention this earlier, but didn't want it to sound weird but, like... Don't beat yourself up about it, sheesh.
It was an experiment. While I DO think you just didn't let things naturally pan out, I DON'T think there's a need for anybody to feel any blame for anything, or for anybody to feel hurt about anything.
We're all pretend internet pals on this cool forum who just love superheroes. So, thumbs up, no big deal. If we want to try again sometime or start over or whatever, I certainly have no problem making more of a "standard" super hero, as I told you privately, and leaning more towards the game side of role playing game.
Anyhow, I hope the time is passed and things are all good now?! All good, no worries.