A/N - Hello everyone welcome back to chapter 4 of my story. I hope all of you enjoyed the last chapter, it was an important one in my opinion. Anyway, in this chapter we continue from where we left off, Peter going to talk to Harry. Please enjoy.

Chapter 4

Peter landed at the top of the Roxxon building roof. He was currently doing a quick patrol before he went to see Harry. Just thinking about Harry really worried Peter, after the press conference earlier, he now knew he was his best friend's number 1 enemy, well Spider-Man and Black Cat were anyway. Sighing and not finding any crimes close by, he took a look at his phone to see if any alerts have popped up but he found nothing. He went to put his phone away but felt it buzz, he quickly looked at it and saw another Jameson podcast had just gone live.

"Ladies and gentlemen welcome to just the Facts with J. Jonah Jameson. Today I have a very interesting topic to discuss today. Of course, it is Harry Osborn's press conference. I first want to say that I fully support Mr. Osborn in his endeavors to bring Oscorp back to the scientific powerhouse that we all know today. We have to remember that Mr. Osborn is not his father and he deserves a chance to prove that. One topic Mr. Osborn would like to address is the Spider-Man and Black Cat problem. I know the city is still skeptical about the Criminal Retaliation Squad, we are all thinking that they are just another Sable International and time will tell. However, I fully support this team in taking out the true threat to our city, Spider-Man, and his thief girlfriend Black Cat. After this commercial we will be taking some calls so please do not come on blabbing about how amazing Spider-Man is."

Peter just shook his head as the podcast went to commercial and he shut it off by turning his phone off and putting it into his pocket. He took one last look around and then jumped from the building and started swinging towards Oscorp tower. As he got close, he could see that they were nearly done repairing the roof that was blown up when Norman exploded his own suit. Peter again just shook his head at the memories and found a secluded spot so he could change into his street clothes. It wouldn't be a good look to show up as Spider-Man to the office of the guy who wants you dead.

After Peter was changed, he walked across the street and into the main reception of the Oscorp building. He walked up to the receptionist and asked her politely.

"May I see Mr. Osborn please? "

The woman looked up at him and rolled her eyes slightly. "Mr. Osborn is a very busy man, I am sure he wouldn't have time to see someone like yourself." She looked him up and down slightly with a scowl.

"It is important, I am his friend Peter Parker, I must see him. "Pleaded Peter who ignored her remarks about himself.

"If you are his friend, I must be Black Cat. Please leave the building or I will ask security to forcefully remove you. " The woman watched as he turned around and started to walk away but a shout interrupted him, causing both to turn their heads towards the voice.

"Pete! Have you come to talk to me?" Harry asked with a smile on his face, shocking the receptionist, who now realized that the man was telling the truth. Peter smiled slightly at her reaction and walked towards Harry. They exchanged a hug with each other.

"Yeah I came to see you about the press conference, quite a show I must say. " Peter said casually as he stuffed his hands into his pockets.

"Well, let us take this to my office. " Said Harry as he led Peter towards his office which was on the top floor of the building. As Peter entered the office, he smirked slightly at the vent he crawled through last year to snoop on Norman's files. Harry sat down into his chair and offered Peter one as well. Once Peter was seated he turned to Harry.

"So you are working with Alastair Smythe?" Peter asked as he watched Harry or them both a cup of coffee, Peter took his cup with thanks but didn't drink any.

"Yeah I believe with him, we will be able to take down all the criminals in this city, he has amazing ideas and I can't wait to fund them myself." Harry sat back onto his chair and sipped his coffee, a smile crossing his face.

"I think it's great that you are wanting to keep the criminals in check but you targeted Spider-Man and Black Cat as well. The police said that Spider-Man and the Cat didn't kill your father. "

"Of course they would say that, in the cop's eyes, Spider-Man can't do no wrong, especially since that Captain Stacy took over. If I get my way, he will be out a job soon. " Harry said through gritted teeth as he stood up and leaned towards Peter, his hands resting on the table in front of him. Harry was now towering over Peter but Peter didn't flinch.

"Harry, the police were there that night, shouldn't you at least look at the evidence that backs up their claim?" Peter pleaded with his friend, he really didn't want Harry to go through with this vendetta.

"Evidence? I have all the evidence that Spider-Man murdered my father, I saw on the news that Spider-Man didn't even try to help him escape the blast. He must of even set the explosive off himself!" Harry yelled in Peter.s face. Peter frowned slightly as he saw Harry's eyes turn a deep black color.

"I don't think that's true but I am not going to sit here and try and change your mind." Peter went to stand but Harry grabbed his arm, hard. Peter stared at Harry and saw that he was shaking, he noticed the veins on Harry's hand were turning black.

"Of course you defend the guy who used to let you take his picture for a living. Mark my words Peter, don't get in the way, you won't like what happens. " Harry let go of Peter's arm and watched his friend walk away but Harry had an urge to continue his torment.

"Don't come back and see me until you figure out where your loyalties lie, But I will gladly take visits from Felicia anytime. " Harry slammed his door shut in Peter's face before Peter could answer him back.

Peter stood outside of Harry's door, his blood was boiling with what he said about Felicia. Peter shook his head and quickly left the building. He found the same secluded spot as before and changed into his suit. He pulled his phone out and quickly texted Miles, letting him know he had patrol tonight. Miles sent a quick reply saying "Hell Yeah" and then Peter put his phone back into his suit. He fired a web line and flew into the air.

As Peter landed on the balcony to his and Felicia's place, he saw that Felicia was talking to someone. He peeked through the window and saw the red hair of Mary Jane Watson. Sighing in relief. He opened the door and slipped inside as the girls turned their heads towards him. They smiled at him and went to greet him but he walked past them and straight into the bedroom without saying anything. Felicia and MJ shared a concerned look before Felicia knocked on the door.

"Baby, what's wrong? Did you talk to Harry?" Asked Felicia as she waited for a response but didn't get one. Felicia looked at MJ, both looking even more concerned now. She was about to knock again but Peter opened the door and slipped Felicia into his arms softly and held her to him as he buried his face into her neck. MJ stood up and placed her hand on Peter's shoulder.

"What happened Tiger?" She asked with concern.

"I spoke to Harry, I tried to reason with him but he wouldn't listen. Something is very off about him." Said Peter who kissed Felicia on the cheek softly.

"What do you mean off?" Asked MJ as she watched Felicia comfort Peter with a slight smile on her face at the couple.

"Well every time he seemed to get angry or shout at me, his eyes would turn a pure black color, his veins were even starting to turn black."

"Wow, I have no idea what it could be but anything else?" asked Felicia as she led him over to the sofa so she could sit on his lap, MJ joined them at the same time and sat next to them.

"He had grabbed my arm, and the thing is I couldn't get my arm free, he was far too strong. " Felicia and MJ shared a worried look as Peter said this but he continued to speak.

"I didn't find out any more about what he was doing with Smythe, I just know that Harry is excited about it because it can take down criminals and Spider-Man." Peter rested his face against Felicia's neck again, just trying to forget about the horrible day he has had.

"Leave it with me, I will try to some research into how his eyes and veins are turning black but I honestly don't think we will find anything," MJ said as she stood up.

"Could it have anything to do with his illness?" Asked Felicia, who was trying to brainstorm some answers but was even drawing more blanks than MJ and Peter.

"Maybe but I will need to research his illness more. Luckily I have a copy of his medical records that I stole from Norman's penthouse last year. " MJ grinned at the shocked faces of Felicia and Peter as they stared up at her. "Well, I will get out of your hair, see you guys soon." MJ waved at them and left the apartment, leaving them alone.

Felicia turned to Peter and kissed him gently, she looked into his eyes and saw something she hasn't seen in them in a long time, fear.

"You are scared this whole mess with ruin your friendship with Harry aren't you?" Felicia asked as she stroked his cheek with her thumb.

Peter simply nodded and closed his eyes as he leaned his forehead on hers. "I don't know if I can go against my best friend in any way, I could never forgive myself if he were to ever get hurt cause of me. "

Felicia smiled sadly at him and rubbed the back of his neck with both of her hands. "Let's hope it doesn't come to that. " She leaned forward and closed the space between them again, trying to kiss Peter's worries away.

a/n - Well guys I hope you all enjoyed Chapter 4 of the story. I have decided to try and update every 2 weeks to avoid getting burnt out. I won't be giving up on this story so do not worry but I will be extending the wait between chapters to 2 weeks instead of under 2 weeks. This will allow me to get proper rest and to make sure I am happy with everything. As always, a review, fav or follow is appreciated, until next time!