DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN SPIDER-MAN OR ANY CHARACTERS FROM THE FRANCHISE
He was rudely woken by the blaring of his alarm clock. The previous night of patrolling had totally exhausted him and he had only a couple hours of sleep. Groaning, he reluctantly got out of bed and headed to the shower, thinking of how short the summer break was.
"Time sure flies when you are out in the city saving people" Peter thought.
A while later, he was in the dining room,wolfing down a plate of scrambled eggs and bacon hungrily as Aunt May watched in pleasure, always happy when her Peter appreciates her cooking.
"There's no need to eat that fast, no one is going to steal your breakfast!" Aunt May laughs.
Mouth full of food, Peter could only smile in response, making exaggerated "MMMMMM" sounds between chews to show her how great the breakfast was.
Soon enough, he finished his breakfast and began heading out with his schoolbag. "Thanks Aunt May!" he said before he left as his aunt waved to him.
"Be good! And remember to pay attention in class!"
He heard the rapid footsteps behind him as if someone is trying to catch up with him.
"Wait up Peter!"
"Hey MJ!" He says as he turns around and sees a red-head running towards him.
Mary Jane has been his neighbour for as long as he can remember and also attends the same high school as him. They have been very close friends, hanging out at each others' houses and goofing around, watching rented movies, teasing each other.
"Excited for the new school term?" She asked as she finally caught up.
"Aren't I always?" Peter replied, smiling.
Middletown High was indeed one of Peter's favourite places. It was a place where he constantly learnt new knowledge, a place where he satiated his curiosity for the world of science, and most importantly a place where he got to meet his friends. He may not have many friends but those few he has are all he needs. However close as they are, none of them knows his secret. That he is the one who puts on a blue and red spandex costume while keeping the city safe. That he is none other than the Spider-Man.
"I cant wait to see Gwen and Harry back in school! I haven't really met up with them over the holiday but I guess we were busy with our own lives." Peter said happily.
"Wait... does this mean you aren't happy to see me back in school since we visited each other quite often during the holiday?" MJ asked giving a a face of mock sadness.
"Yeah I'm getting quite sick of you already" Peter joked, grinning at her which earned him a hard punch on the shoulder.
Middletown High
Flash Thompson and his football team were already at the main gate. Upon seeing Peter and MJ, a grin spread across Flash's face. "Hey look, it's the prince of dorks, Parker!" Flash sneered while the rest laughed hysterically to his joke, even though it really isn't that funny.
"Just ignore them" MJ whispered to Peter, shooting Flash a fierce look.
"What's up Mary? Puny Parker your boyfriend now? Someone as hot as you don't deserve a nerd like Parker!"
MJ could feel her face flush at that comment and before she knew what was coming, Flash's hand shot out and grabbed MJ's.
"Don't you feel much better with a handsome, strong man like me already?" asked Flash grinning.
"LET GO OF ME YOU CREEP!" MJ shouted while trying to wrench her hand off to no avail.
"Aw come on, what does the Parker kid have that I don't?" Flash asked, his grip still vice-like on MJ's arm.
"You heard her, let her go...now" Peter demanded with a calm and steady voice, but with hint of menace in it.
At that comment, Flash let go of MJ's hand and turned to Peter. "Trying to play the hero now huh? I guess I will just have to teach you where you belong!" Flash laughed, cracking his knuckles.
"FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT!" Flash's football team started chanting and in an instant, a crowd of students formed around Peter and Flash, eager to watch the brawl between the underdog and the school bully.
"I don't want to fight you Flash" Peter said, his voice still calm as ever.
"But I want to fight you!" Flash growled taking up a fighting stance.
MJ immediately rushed over and grabbed Flash's arm, trying to restrain him but he easily shrugged her away.
"Don't do this Flash, please!" MJ pleaded but the words fell on deaf ears as Flash rushed forward for the first attack.
Peter easily dodged the first punch with a look of nonchalance. Subsequent attacks by Flash proved ineffective also as Peter's speed was too much for him to handle. Embarrassed as the crowd started to chant Peter's name, he dived at Peter, unleashing a torrent of unrelenting blows. As Peter dodged these blows, he figured Flash won't give up until he beats him to a pulp and decided to end the fight. He gave Flash an elbow to the side and tripped him with a sweep, taking extra precaution not to use too much strength. As Flash landed painfully with a "THUD", the crowd went nuts and cheered for the underdog.
MJ was shocked. Since when did Peter the shy bookworm learn these fighting moves? And god, those reflexes of his are another thing altogether. Just at this time, the principal came over to check on the commotion and saw a beaten Flash and a victorious Peter. Enraged, the principal called them both to his office. MJ realised that Peter was about to get into trouble and rushed over, trying to explain the situation.
"Mr Brown, Peter wasn't at fault here! It was Flash who initiated the fight and Peter only acted out of self defence!"
"It doesn't matter who initiated the fight Miss Watson. Middletown High doesn't condone fighting and Mr Thompson and Mr Parker were clearly caught doing so!"
"Don't worry MJ, everything's fine" Peter assured her as he gave her a smile before finally following Mr Brown to his office.
She hung her head in defeat as she realised there was nothing she could do to help Peter. She couldn't help feeling guilty as he only got into trouble for helping her in the first place.
Just then, Gwen and Harry arrived and noticed the crowd dispersing. "Woah, what happened here?" Harry asked MJ, eyebrows raised.
"Peter and Flash got into a fight" MJ said, looking at the floor.
"Oh my god, is Peter ok?" Gwen asked with concern. MJ could tell she was genuinely worried.
"He actually beat Flash in that fight. I never knew he had it in him!"
"Wait, wait. We are talking about Peter Parker right? The guy who would rather spend the night reading about chemistry than attend a party? The guy who could barely pass his physical fitness test?" Harry asked disbelievingly.
"No, I was talking about the boy who picked a peck of pickled peppers. Of course I was talking about our friend you bonehead!" MJ exclaimed exasperated.
"Wow..." Gwen and Harry stood there dumbfounded until the harsh ring of the school bell knocked them out of their shock and the three of them rushed to their classroom.
Author's note: Hey guys, this is my first attempt at writing fan-ficition so I would greatly appreciate if you guys could leave a review saying the good/bad points of the story and also leave a like if you well, like it. It would really motivate me to write more if I receive some response from you guys! Also, I'm not from America, nor have I visited America before, so bear with me if I jumble up some facts about the way of life in there! The next chapter will be out soon I can't wait to hear from you! Until next time, Hasta La Vista!