A/N: Hey guys! I'm so sorry for another delay. In response to a review I received, in my author's note in the first chapter, I clearly stated that Peter is eighteen in this story. Without any further delay, here's the next chapter.

Chapter 9

Graduation day had come to Midtown high. Peter was looking forward to next stage in his life. That fall he was going to go to Empire State University. he was also looking forward to going public about his relationship with Carol.

Peter decided that when he got home, he was going to tell Aunt May. he didn't want to drag things out much longer.

"I'm so proud of you", said Aunt May.

"Can we talk", asked Peter.

He felt nervous as she sat beside him on the couch. "Is everything alright?"

"I'm dating someone."

"Peter, why didn't you tell me? Who is it?"

Peter bucked up courage. "It's Carol."

"I don't recall any of your classmates being named Carol."

"No, it's Carol Danvers. Captain Marvel."

"You're kidding me, right", said May in an slightly mad tone. "She's older than you. She knows better, and so does she."

"She's not the one who pursued the relationship. It was me. May, I love her."

"Peter, you're young. You don't know what love is."

"I know that what I feel isn't some sort of crush thing. She makes me happy. Please give it a chance."

Aunt May was silent. "She makes you happy." Peter nervously nodded. "I'm not saying I can accept this, but if this is what you want, it's your choice. But, if things don't work out, I won't feel pity on you. And don't expect me to be friendly with her."

Peter knew she was being serious. "I know... Thank you for not being worse about everything."

May shook her head. "I can't believe this", she sighed. "I do appreciate you being honest with me."

With a feeling of relief, Peter went into his room. He just sat on his bed, when he noticed Carol texted him.

Meet me on the roof.

Peter opened the window and climbed up to the roof for Carol was waiting for him. She walked to him and planted a passionate kiss.

"What was that for", asked Peter.

"I'm so proud of you for graduating", said Carol. "I was flying above to see the ceremony. I couldn't miss my boyfriend's graduation.. by the way, you looked really cute in your cap and gown."

"Carol, I told my aunt about us", said Peter as he held her. "I didn't want to beat it around the bush. I hope you aren't mad."

"I would have been there with you when you did it", said Carol. "How did she take it?"

"Much better than I thought actually. I think it might take her awhile to get used to this. She told me not to expect her to be friendly with you."

"I understand", said Carol. Peter started to laugh, which led to Carol being confused. "What?"

"It's just funny how I feel like telling the world that I love you from the rooftops, and we're on an actually rooftop."

Carol started giggling. Then she stopped abruptly. "Wait, did you just say you love me?"

"Yes", said Peter nervously. "Is that okay?"

Carol wrapped her arms around his neck. "More than okay." She gave him a quick peck. "Oh, and by the way, I love you too." They leaned in for another kiss feeling excited a the thought of finally being a public couple.