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FLASHBACK
Soft sniffles and hiccups bounced in the small interrogation room. Peter never felt this suffocated or alone in his life before. Looking at his dark reddish fingers, the boy wondered how far was Brian ready to go before he finally broke and accepted a crime he never committed on first place. He didn't do anything to warrant such extreme hatred and yet he became a prime target of his bullying. Right now he didn't even know what hurt the most, his body or his pride. Being a Spiderman was the best thing that happened to him. It was not only his identity but his life. He let out a bitterly laugh. Some superhero who was soon going to spend rest of his life behind the bars. If only...
"Hey kid"
Peter flinched at the voice, fearing Brian was back. He looked up and saw another officer kneel infront of him and talk in whisper "Are you okay?"
Peter stared with blank eyes, not believing that someone in the station was actually concern about him
The man in uniform then grabbed the glass of water and brought it near Peter's lips "You must be thirsty"
Without thinking further, Peter parted his lips and quickly chugged down the liquid, taking large sips, almost choking on it. He whined when the glass was pulled away from him "Take it easy kid. You don't want to alert anyone"
Peter nodded and this time he drank the whole glass, throat feeling lot better than before "Sir I want..."
"I'll try to keep him busy for now but..."
Distinct footsteps
"I've to go" said the officer fearfully and Peter shook his head, reaching out with his tied hands "No! Please don't leave"
"I promise I'll be back soon"
Peter watched helplessly as the officer quietly exited the room and all he could do was to wait
LATER
Peter almost fell into restless sleep again when he heard the door click open. He saw the same officer enter and give a quick glance outside before whispering "Look kid, we don't have much time. My name is Simon Brown. I work as a commanding officer under McLouth. He could be back any minute. We need to ..Jesus Christ... what did the man do to you?" he winced looking at Peter's injuries
Peter might have initially attempted to deliberate pace of delivery but the words were soon tumbling out rapidly "I didn't do anything.. I.I... don't know anything. I've never seen the boy before.. the drugs.. those were not mine..I don't know... please help me!" he had to clench his jaw to control himself from crying
Simon's pursed lips acknowledged the gravity of the statement. One thing was for sure, the boy didn't look like a criminal. The leaking honesty and innocence from his eyes, was enough proof for him to make his decision. He knew McLouth wouldn't listen to him so he thought of another alternative "Do you have someone who can come for you? Like your father or mother.. anyone?"
A ray of hope shone in Peter's eyes and he nodded, an abrupt jerky movement "I have"
"Okay, here... take my phone and make it quick" Simon looked around before pulling out his cell "Wait, Let me dial for you"
Peter recited the number like it had been inked to his heart
PRESENT
"Hello? Who's this?"
Peter almost laughed in relief, tears flowing freely from his eyes on hearing Tony's firm voice, the man who was going to get him out of his unfavorable situation "Mr.. Mr Stark?"
Tony's heart skipped a beat, brows creasing with concern "Peter?"
Peter slumped slightly, caught between happiness and hope "Can.. C.. Can you come for me? Please"
"Pete.. hey kid, are you okay?"
Peter swallowed thickly, glancing down to look at his injuries. Sobs overtook his ability to speak clearly as he rambled his next words "Yeah.. think so. But I swear I didn't do an.. anything Mr Stark. This is all a mistake.. I don't know him..I'm sorry for the trouble... I..really don't know him.. please believe me"
Tony's stomach clenched at Peter's incoherent words. If his calculations were right, the kid was probably whole night at the station, scared, alone and not being able to use his powers. He took a deep breath, trying to control his emotions "Pete, hey kiddo. I know where you are okay. I'll sort everything out, once I'm there so don't worry. I'm so sorry I just saw the footage... you know what, it doesn't matter. I'll be there as soon as possible"
"I really need you Mr Stark"
"I'm coming Underoos. I promise" Tony hung up the call. Anger bloomed hard in his heart on Peter's pleading voice, so strong that he feared, he would cause himself mini heart attack. The man's expression morphed within seconds, eyes cold and filled with rage as he stormed his way out
FIFTEEN MINUTES LATER
Tony took two steps at a time, angry veins visible on his forehead as he entered NYPD station looking furiously around. He stopped near the first table and banged his hand "Where is the officer incharge who arrested my intern"
The man sitting behind the table frowned at Tony "Excuse me?"
"Peter Parker. I want him out now" said Tony in an impatient tone
The officer stared at Tony and his eyes widened on recognition "Are you Tony Stark?"
Tony huffed out a breath and raised his voice "Stop with the formalities and let my intern out. He was arrested last night and I want him ou..."
"I'm afraid things don't work here the way you say Mr Stark" came Brian's voice, the man strolling his way towards Tony after hearing the commotion, his expression hanging inbetween shock and surprise. So the boy was actually telling the truth. He did work for the billonaire. He wondered who informed the man about his arrest.
Tony turned to face the voice and his eyes hardened at the figure. He was the same man who hurt Peter when he was being roughly pushed inside the car. He walked towards him with confidence and stood inches away making sure to maintain eye contact "May I know on what basis did you arrest Peter?"
"Who?"
Tony threw a unimpressed glare "My intern, Peter Parker. The 'child' you arrested last night"
"It's confidential" replied Brian, talking way too calm for Tony's liking. This only fuelled his anger "Why did you hurt him?"
"I didn't" Brian lied smoothly
"Lying isn't going to work in your favor. I've proof. Arresting a teenager from his house in the middle of the night, do you even have a warrant?"
"We didn't have time. The culprit was a flight risk"
"Bullshit!" roared Tony ready to defend the boy at all cost "Peter is a teenager! A child for God's sake! How can you even consider him as a criminal"
"Crime doesn't see age. We had proof, pictures that proves he's guilty. It was enough to make the arrest. Your so-called intern is selling drugs and..."
Tony shook his head in disbelief, jaw tightly clenched "I don't care about your proof! It means nothing to me. I want him out of here before I do something we all regret"
"Are you threatening an on duty officer. You must know you're talking to head of NYPD" Brian pocketed his hands as if proud of his position
"And you should know you're talking to Tony Stark. I can flip your whole life within seconds"
"Peter Parker is a criminal and I'll not allow..."
"He's not a criminal!" Tony shouted, not caring of the whole damn station was looking at him "Is this how you work? Arrest innocent boy on the base of some stupid pictures"
"Mr Stark I request you to leave. You've no right to interfere with the police procedures"
"Procedures!?" Tony yelled and then let out a bitterly laugh "You arrested Peter without a warrant, hurt him on the way here, didn't even let him make a call until this morning and he's still a minor but I'm sure you must have interrogated him without a lawyer. Are you sure you're following the your damn procedures?"
Brian scowled deeply
"This is nothing but police brutality. I'll sue you and take this place down before you get a chance to blink" Tony fisted his hands as he glared the man with his icy cold eyes "I'll not leave until I see Peter. My lawyer is on the way here. If you want to keep your position as NYPD head, I suggest you move out of my way"
There is something that flicks in Brian's eyes, Tony is not sure but it hopes his threat works. He took a step towards the man and spoke firmly "Let. Me. See. My. Kid"
Brian knew he had lost the battle. Messing with Tony Stark wasn't going to end good for him. Still he wouldn't let him win this easily "Fine, you can see him but I still have proof. The boy isn't getting away until I prove him guilty"
"Peter. Now"
Brian rolled his eyes and guided Tony towards the interrogation room. The billonaire pushed the man aside, eagerly wanting to see his kid. The door opened and Tony could only gasp at the scene "Peter"
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