Chapter 4: Not So Happy Reunion
Peter Parker, standing in front of a restroom mirror and staring at his reflection, was in a state of great shock that hardly any words came out.
He thought that being dismantled into bits of molecules inside out, synthesized back to one,
and flushed down through singularity across time and space was the weirdest thing that could happen to him.
However, this was a whole new bizarre level of a weird experience, even to his 8 years of adventure standards.
Not only his face looked like when he was around 15~16 years old, but his body figure also seems to have had a few changes as well.
It was a great mystery why he didn't notice the change the moment he woke up.
'What was in that burger? Experimental APTX4869 or something?! Not that I'm complaining about my handsome teenage face but why is this keep happening to me?
As if facing the End of Earth wasn't enough... Oh god please let this be another prank by Loki or I might totally flip out!'
Peter was growing more and more anxious about his current situation. What else could have changed?
Was this change permanent? Is there any hope left for him to return home?
Even if he was able to get back how was he supposed to explain the change? Was he the only one?
He needed an answer or at least a clue to what has happened to him but he couldn't get any of that from here.
Especially not from a toilet. The only way and only place he could think of was the Baxter Building.
'No disrespect to Mr. Stark, but if there was one place that could withstand the Test of Time or even a World Ending Event, it's the Baxter Building.
It's cool working at Stark Tower and all but for a building full of Iron Man Army, that place seems to blow up more often than a Helicarrer.
But never the Baxter Building. Knowing Reed Richards, pretty sure he's already installed an EndGame Protocol or Something. That place must have some answers.'
After some deep thinking and calming himself down, Peter came out of the McDonald's with his mask back on.
The HUD embedded in his mask and Spider-Lenses indicated that the 'Parker-System' he developed was online and working perfectly. Well almost.
His 'Parker-System' couldn't get any access to the global network as it did before the arrival. This meant that while the basic function had no problem,
without access to the network he couldn't get any access to GPS, Radio, and Comms. Even his SmartPhone couldn't get any access to the network.
Besides that, all of his other equipment, web-shooters, and systems were working perfectly.
'Ughh! Never thought life with no internet would be this frustrating! Shouldn't they at least have a free global WI-FI network in the future?
How is one supposed to get any kind of information or navigate from a foreign country like this? Should've asked that Melissa girl for directions when I had the chance.
Ok... Better find a way to get some sort of internet access soon. And a map... I really don't want to end up hacking surveillance towers again.
Well, at least my other gadgets are remarkably fine. (Sigh)Now to find a way to the airport.'
..Spider-Sense...!
As Spider-Man extended his arm and was just about to shoot a web-line, a sudden rush of Spider-Sense startled him.
It wasn't a life-threatening degree of alarm but it was more than enough to put Spider-Man heavily on guard.
A voice with the emotion of anger came from behind Spider-Man's diagonal direction. Strangely though, it was a somewhat familiar voice.
Not because it was someone he knew but because it was someone whom he met not more than an hour ago.
When Spider-Man turned his head to face the incoming source, he was rather met with an incoming huge black palm!
Instinctively, without even a second of thought, Spider-Man took an evasive maneuver and back-flip jumped with incredible speed.
A sudden movement from Spider-Man made everyone and including the incoming threat would think they just saw an afterimage made of red/blue blur.
Seconds after taking his distance from an incoming attack, Spider-Man took a quick glimpse and immediately recognized the figure who almost pummeled him to the ground.
How could he not? He just met the guy and he tried to roast him right on the spot about an hour ago.
And his flaming beard and mustache was a dead give away as well.
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"Found you brat. That was a cheap move back there."
Man in a tight dark blue suit, white gauntlet, covered in fire, with a Hulk-like temper. Yup, it was definitely him.
"Oh... hey there mister... Andover? It's So~ nice to see you again.
I know you're excited about the reunion and all but don't you think you came in little too hot with that High Five?"
"It's Endeavor! And that was just a proper greeting for embarrassing me in front of the police.
If you're still thinking about running away again, I recommend you to give it up.
you may be a kid but vigilante as well. So don't expect me to go easy on you."
Mere seconds after catching up to this little kid in a unitard, Endeavor was already raging with irritation and annoyance.
But what was more infuriating about this kid and Endeavor himself was that this vigilante slipped away from Endeavor's sight rather easily.
Sure he caused a distraction with his words and using that pig, but even so, slipping away from Endeavor's sight without being noticed...
That was something unforgivable.
"Uh... Is this about the hoodie? It's gotta be the hoodie right? Why else would the No.2 hero be following me? Here I'll take this off right here ok?
But, in my defense... I was freezing. Do you know how hard it is for a hero to swing around wearing a skin-tight suit in the middle of this season?!
It was a matter of life and death. But I do feel sorry for my rash behavior, So... Would it help if I say I'm really really sorry?"
Spider-Man responded with a simple jest and somewhat sincere attitude.
Hoping it would cause this Flaming-Beard hero to be either distracted or lose some of his high tension.
But it was also to hide just how surprised he was with Endeavor's sudden arrival. He needed a quick time-out to think about this unexpected reunion.
This Flaming-Beard hero just came out of nowhere, barging in and almost giving him the face-palm.
If it wasn't for Spider-Sense and his reflex, there was no doubt that his head would've been half-buried into the ground and eating dirt.
Even though he made a quick evade, for a man for his size, this Flame Hero charged in with rather surprisingly fast speed.
But he also managed to nearly sneak up to him rather silently. Minus for his angry grunt though.
This meant that this Endeavor guy was no joke. He is trained well and knows how to move. Like a professional.
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"Hero? Don't make me laugh. A kid like you needs to learn some discipline just to evade a drop-out.
And don't even try to think your silly tongue will work now that I, 'Endeavor', have you in my sights.
Before I may have judged you prematurely by your silly looks and silly quirk, but now that you have my attention,
I shall think of you as an annoying hooligan and teach you some manners. Physically!"
"Wow. You really need to work on your pronunciation. Even my smartphone's Translate App would have a hard time interpreting your quotes.
And who are you calling a hooligan?! I'm a 'Law Abiding Citizen'. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man.
Sure I may have run into trouble against gangsters, beat them down, took one of their hoodies, and ran away from the police but that doesn't make me...
Hmm, Bad example. just forget what I just said... please... ?!"
As the awkward reunion went on, and just as Endeavor was getting furious due to the annoyance,
Spider-Man's Sixth sense picked up another alert, more like Sirens closing in from the distance.
'Great... 150 years in the future, on the other side of the planet, just a few hours of swinging and I'm already being chased by the police'
Moments later, few police cars and a huge van hit their breaks, blocking the road.
Group of policemen, Detective Tsukauchi, and David Shield came out of each or their vehicles, shouting at Spider-Man to stand down and not to run.
"A Hero such as myself has nothing against vigilantes or even senseless brat like you.
As a matter of fact, I couldn't care less about vigilantes and their 'Hero wannabe activities' as long they're not in my way. It's nothing more than a waste of time.
However, although it's annoying, Detective Tsukauchi asked me to bring you in for questioning.
And for some reason, that All-Might's partner, Professor Shield was so eager to see you unharmed.
So before I lose my temper, I advise you to stop wasting my time and come quietly."
Endeavor spoke out in a rather calm manner. That was mostly due to the presents of Detective Tsukauchi and David Shield.
However, in contrast to Endeavor's 'Gentleman-like' tone, his stance, look in his eyes, and the size of flames covering his body was proving otherwise.
Spider-Man could easily tell that he was set and ready to beat or rather Burn the discipline out of him any moment when given the chance.
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'This brat... is Fast'
That was the first impression and initiating thought that popped up into Endeavor's mind when he failed the takedown attempt.
Was there a mistake in his approach? Lack of speed? Miscalculated the vigilante's blind spot? No, that was ridiculous.
There is no such thing as 'Mistake' in Endeavor's book. He can't even remember the last time he actually thought about the word 'mistake'.
Then just how in the hell did this kid in red/blue spandex dodged his grasp?! Endeavor knew he didn't just charge in like an angry bull.
Because just in case Spider-Man would slingshot away using his webs as he did about an hour ago, this time Endeavor made sure to approach from his blind spot.
A swift and direct charge. The perfect strategy to takedown a rookie while also teaching him a lesson. And Yet...
'He was right dead center in front of my range. The Timing, use of blind spot, sudden acceleration, the execution... everything was perfect.
However, he somehow noticed my approach. And not only that he reacted instantly and saw me directly.
Then his body turned in to a blur and not more than a second later he's standing at least 10 meters away from me.
I don't know about other Top 10 ranked Pro-Heroes but heroes below that and let alone a rookie shouldn't even able to notice me.'
'His speed... although it was an instant I assume it's on the level par with Ingenium. Trained professional? No. Besides his reflexes, his speed is abnormal.
His impulse could be an innate talent, but his movement is something that is not capable without a quirk. Even Ingenium needs a build-up to reach his full acceleration.
Then it must be his quirk. So the Web was just a part of his quirk. I assume he's not an Emitting Type but a Mutant Type Quirk...
That explains how he was able to move like that. Judging by his silly costume he's a Spider Type Quirk? Those oversized lenses are to protect his sight?'
While Endeavor stood his ground, talking down Spider-Man, in his mind he was quickly processing the situation and the spandex vigilante in front of him.
The moment Endeavor failed the first contact he realized that this vigilante was not a little pushover. And the briefing notes from Melissa supported his theory.
He knows how to move, he knows how to fight and more importantly this Spandex Kid sure knows how to piss people off.
'Bring him in without hurting him? Hmph! like that would satisfy me.'
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"Please Detective, don't frighten him. He's not a villain. We're here to talk, not accuse him of a crime.
Please try to calm him down. He saved my daughter after all. I don't want to show him my gratitude by arresting him."
"Professor please stay inside. I'm more worried and nervous about you being exposed out in the open like this. Stay in the car and let us handle this.
And your request depends on how he responds. I do hope he cooperates, if not, well we might need to reserve for a hospital bed."
Detective Naomasa Tsukauchi. The veteran Police who've faced so many villains and challenges thought that besides All Might
there was hardly anything that could surprise him. Even Endeavor was not as amazing as All Might when both were compared.
However, the scene where Spider-Man and Endeavor confronting each other was more than enough to make him go awe.
'This is concerning... He's The Endeavor. Ranked NO.2 Hero.
Besides All Might he is considered as the strongest Hero. Even the villains know better not to mess with Endeavor and his hell flames.
Just how is this kid not only still standing but also in a confronting position with Endeavor without a scratch or scorch marks whatsoever?
Does this mean that this kid somehow managed to get away from Endeavor's arrest attempt? Is that even possible for a rookie?'
Mixed thoughts were swarming in Naomasa's head as he slowly approached the scene. His eyes under the shadow of his hat showed that he was very serious.
As he stared at Spider-Man, Naomasa was concerned that he might end up rearranging his afternoon schedules.
After sending quick text messages, Naomasa stood a few feet behind Endeavor and began his work.
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"Stay where you are, kid. I know you claim to be new here but you do realize society has rules right?
I don't know who you are or where you are from, but we can't just let you run around causing trouble using your quirk out in public.
Heroes might have no reason to arrest vigilantes like you but as a Police, we have the right to bring you in if necessary.
While your actions can be forgiven since you saved a civilian from crime, running away from the Police in the middle of questioning is also considered as a crime.
And the professor back in the car thinks of you as a valuable suspect so I'll give you this one last chance to turn yourself in peacefully.
We only need you to answer a few questions." Naomasa spoke as he controlled his voice tone to appeal 'nice'.
"Is this some kind of Good Cop, Bad Cop thing? What's with the 'Punch first and ask questions later' act?
You should be ashamed of yourselves for treating a friendly tourist like this. And what questions are you referring to?
Like 'What is my name and why do I look so handsome under this mask?' Sorry but I kinda have a strict policy of 'not to speak my name to strangers'.
Especially, not to an officer who works with angry Hero who tried to fry me over a simple hamburger."
Spider-Man answered back with jokes while staying alert to Endeavor's movements.
This wasn't the first time he had troubles with police and heroes from other dimensions.
When the Convergence happened the newly merged world's police officers came after him. Accusing him of the cause of the incident.
Even the Heroes of that world came after him. He had a very hard time convincing them that he was innocent.
For some reason, Spider-Man was fairly popular with the police and their misunderstandings.
He had to thank J Jonah Jameson for that.
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"(Sigh)Don't make this any harder than it should be for you kid. You stealing that hood from a villain can also be considered as theft.
Just cooperate while I'm being nice and answer our questions. Then I promise we'll let you go. If we identify you clean that is"
Naomasa answered back. His tone indicated that he was already feeling tired talking to Kid Vigilante in front of him.
If he was a villain everything would be much easier. Just Punch and Arrest were all there's to it.
However, talkative suspect like him was one of the most troublesome individuals he had to deal with.
They just don't stay still and listen quietly. They always had to make things tiresome for everybody.
What was worse was that they just don't ever shut up. Like a rollercoaster without a break, they just go and keep talking and talking and talking.
And The police had no right just to beat some discipline into them for being annoying. they had to settle them down with talks and talks and talks and talks.
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"Tell us who you are and what you know about the 'Blue Clouds' from last night
Many people, including myself, think it was just a prank from some kids or someone showing off their quirks just to gather their Fans.
But scientists think otherwise. They think this is some sort of new event.
According to Professor Shield, the data his daughter Melissa Shield had collected had shown that strange energy signatures were being emitted from the clouds.
And somehow, the webs you left behind were soaked with the same type of energy.
Which means that either you were very close to the event or very much responsible for causing it.
So unless you cooperate and tell us who you are, why you're here, and what you know about those clouds, you're not going anywhere." - Naomasa
'Energy Particles... right... sucked into a rift of Space-Time Continuum and you get yourself covered in either a Quantum or Tachyon particles.
Note to self: Always remember to take shower first right after traveling through time and space.'
'Great how am I supposed to convince them that I somehow time traveled and have nothing to do with such events?
And it wasn't even intentional. I'm just another unlucky victim here. I had the vision of my world crumbling down and I still don't know if that was real.
I'm just trying to find some answers and find a way back...'
After short thinking. Spider-Man raised both of his arms as a gesture of surrender.
This made both Endeavor and Naomasa alert and wonder what Spider-Man's intention was.
While Naomasa was waiting for some kind of response, Endeavor was on heavily guard, checking Spider-Man's every detailed movement.
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"Before I turn myself in, can I use a phone call? I'd like to contact Stark Industries for help. I worked as Iron Man's personal lab assistant.
So if I get contact, I'm pretty sure they'll provide me a good lawyer and give you good explanation for all of this"
"... What's a Stark Industries and who's Iron Man?" - Naomasa
"Uh... Iron Man as in one of the founding members of The Avengers? You know, The Earth's Mightiest Heroes?
I know Japan is on the other side of the planet from the U.S and all, but you must've heard his stories and he's legacy. Right?
And How can you not know Stark Industries?! It's one of the biggest companies in the world! He even carved his own name on the building!" - Spider-Man
"Kid, I've been working as police for more than a decade and I know a thing or two about heroes. I even have limited access to Global Hero-Network.
But I've never remotely even heard about this Iron Man and or this Stark Industries you speak of" - Naomasa
"What?! Wait, wait wait. That can't be right. You've never heard of Iron Man? Not even Stark Industries?!
What about the 'Fantastic Four' and the 'Baxter Building'.
You know, Monumental building in Manhattan that protects the planet earth from the planet-eating purple giant?" - Spider-Man
"Again. There is no such Monumental Building so-called 'Baxter Building' in Manhattan.
And There's no such thing as so-called 'Planet eating giant'" - Naomasa
"Wha... What about the Avengers Tower? S.H.I.E.L.D? Hydra? Dr. Doom?! Not even J Jonah Jameson?!" - Spider-Man
"That's enough of your nonsense. If you're done making up names, I suggest you turn yourself in and cooperate." - Naomasa
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After the short conversation for the first 5 seconds, Spider-Man's mind was totally blank.
Then all kinds of swarming thoughts, adrenalin rush, and fast pace of Heartbeat followed.
He felt as if his time was being compressed to very limit of his own reaction speed.
He didn't even need the Spider-Sense to warn him that something was very very wrong.
What he really needed now was Information. More than ever.
There was no way the legacies of Avengers, Fantastic Four, Iron Man would have been forgotten in the future. Even after the 150 years in the future.
If the Detective was saying the truth about never hearing about them... then it meant his situation could develop to a whole new kind of bizarre state.
No Baxter Building and no Dr. Doom meant there is no Time Machine. And No Time Machine means...
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'Spider-Sense'
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A sudden sting of Spider-Sense was more than enough to wake him up from his panic.
However, this wasn't like the usual Tinglings he had that warned him of danger.
It felt more like when it was reacting with his Spider-Tracers he used back in his younger days. Or perhaps resonating with something else.
After a brief moment of consideration, Spider-Man decided that it was best to trust and follow his 'Spiderly-Instincts'.
Because, after years of bizarre adventures, he learned that in a time when he was suddenly thrown into a crazy world not knowing what to do in it,
following his Spider instincts always brought the best results for him. But in order to do that...
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Nearly 15 seconds of silents later, Spider-Man slowly lowered his stance down to one knee.
This sudden slow-motion made Detective Naomasa and Endeavor to high alert.
Before Naomasa could even come up with a warning, Flaming Hero Endeavor blitzed in like a canon.
Endeavor, who was closely watching Spider-Man's every movement, he was ready to engage at any moment.
He felt he has had enough of Spider-Man's jokes and annoying attitude. He really wanted an excuse to teach him a lesson.
And the moment Spider-Man lowered his stance, Endeavor sensed there was an unexpected move coming.
Determined not to give any chances, Endeavor charged at Spider-Man with much higher speed than the moment before.
However, just as he reached Spider-Man to his grasping range, he, again, saw Spider-Man vanished in a form of red/blue blur into the air.
"Hmph! You think that would work again?!"
This time, as a Pro-Hero he is, Endeavor anticipated Spider-Man's movement and he was prepared.
Just as red/blue blur was about to disappear, Endeavor followed the trace of the blur with his eyes and was already set to take Spider-Man Down.
However, what he did not expect was a scene presented to his very eyes. A scene, to stun the NO.2 Hero from taking action.
A scene of which Spider-Man had already reached dozens of meters in the air with a single strong vertical jump.
'What the...! That brat. He can even jump?! 20... maybe even 30 meters... Is that another part of his quirk as well?
Not just spinning webs but also an Instantaneous Speed and Jump. It seems his quirk really is a Mutant type.
However, a small fry quirk IS still a small fry quirk!'
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"I'm so sorry about all the fuss. But I really have to be somewhere else. Maybe we talk next time?"
"You little prick! I told you, you're not getting away from me!"
As Spider-Man shot a straight Web-Line to start his swing, he noticed that a flame ignited from just below where he had just jumped.
The Fierce Flame and voice of rage were more than enough to put Spider-Man on high alert for the run for his life.
"Endeavor! Please. He's not a villain! Don't hurt him!"
Just as Endeavor ignited his flames to pursue, Professor David Shield immediately came out from the car, hoping he could just settle down both Endeavor and Spider-Man.
However, a second was enough to make him realize that was not going to happen.
"As if that is possible. Don't worry. My agency has one of the best medical care in the city.
1st Degree Burn is like treating common flu. It'll be more than enough to teach some discipline into that brat!"
"1st Degree...?! Please we need his cooperation. His energy signatures are already gone.
And If you chase him away, we might not get the information we need to understand the phenomenon."
"Ha! Who do you think I AM?! Don't worry. He's not going anywhere! This won't take long!"
Using the combined strength from his legs and flames, Endeavor launched himself towards Spider-Man.
Thrust from his flames gave him the boost he needed to catch up to Spider-Man in Mid-Air.
Endeavor noticed that Spider-Man was still airborne with a line of webs in his hand.
Instantly, he realized that this was his travel method. Just a simple swing using webs.
'Hmph! You have an incredible leg strength and yet, not only you lack the creative mind to utilize your gift but you waste your time on swinging instead?!'
With nowhere for Spider-Man to run, Endeavor was determined to take him down with a fierce tackle from behind.
He was certain Spider-man made a mistake by jumping in the air. The highest point of jump = 0 velocities. An easy takedown.
Or so he thought...
Once noticed the incoming attack, by simply pulling the web-line, Spider-Man yanked himself and leaped in mid-air once more dodging the incoming tackle from behind.
Then, using Endeavor as a platform, he gently bounced off from Endeavor's back. Sending him to the ground and securing himself with another web line.
NO.2 Hero, Endeavor had never expected to be kicked from a nameless vigilante on his first encounter.
The force from Spider-Man simple bouncing off was an unexpected scale. It caused The Endeavor to lose his balance and fall... nearly.
Although it was infuriating, he had to admit that if it wasn't for his reverse thrust from his flames, he would've taken a crash course to the ground.
After securing his balance and landing with use of his flames,
Endeavor immediately change his position to thrust himself back to Spider-Man
'You... You Damn Brat!'
Endeavor, with full of annoyance, anger, and humiliation, launched himself to the top of a small building.
What he saw there was a figure of Spider-Man in the distance swinging away across the buildings.
'Don't you even think...!'
Fueled with Frustration and Anger, Endeavor used his quirk to leap from building to building, chasing Spider-Man from behind.
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About a minute after the chase began, Endeavor was already getting frustrated and furious with Spider-Man and mostly with himself.
After claiming that bringing down this kid vigilante wouldn't take long, he was still having trouble catching up to him.
This Spider theme vigilante was smart. He really does know how to move.
His movements were nothing like a clueless rookie or wannabe villains who would just run around clueless and mindlessly.
He knew how to use the surrounding environments to his advantage, he knew how to control his pace,
he knew how to maneuver by using his quirk, and most of all even his swinging speed was unexpectedly fast.
'Tch! This brat! Whenever I speed up and close in the gap, he either dives or pulls himself down to the level of the street just before entering my contact range.
And as just I try to chase him down, he immediately swings and uses his momentum to lunch himself to a further distance.
If I speed up and go around to intercept him from the front, he's already in the middle of an evasive maneuver and turns his direction to 90 degrees horizontally.
I don't know how, but he seems to know where I am coming from. He's somehow even reacting to my approach from his blind spot.
Those oversized lenses of his... So he's even equipped with some kind of radar sensor as well?
If so, then it explains how he keeps outmaneuvering and predicting my movement. How did a brat like him get his hands of that kind of tech?!
I have to assume he has already noticed that my Flame Thruster move works well mostly for straight forward movements.
Even I have to be careful when I instantly change my directions with a sudden stop and go.
It takes a disturbing toll to my body with strains and heat compared to a constant straight forward rush.
I have to admit that this brat has better mobility than me. He can change sudden direction without losing much of his speed.
Those web of his... Spider-Web huh? It's not only strong but it's what do the nerds call it? Tensile? Elasticity? It's beyond normal webs.
And it seems he has some level of arm strength to pull those moves constantly and has no problem with changing his course in midair-movement.
So you're confident with your stamina?
But he is not without flaws. The moment he extends his arms, that's when he shoots his webs. Such an obvious move.
And from that point to just before he either yanks or swing, that is the moment when his speed drops down rapidly and relies on a free fall.
This means, I can take him down the moment he tries to fire his webs with my flames. I can close in the gap instantly and drop this brat down to his place!
Tsk! To think I have to use my long-range flame attack to catch an annoying brat like him. To a small fry of all people.
Be honored you Damn Brat! I, Endeavor, shall acknowledge your annoyance and deal with you properly!'