Accountability
"This whole situation could've been handled by the police if Spider-Man never intervened. Instead, he came in and nearly got everyone killed in an explosion. He claims to be on the side of the law, but he really answers to no authority but his own. I ask our government to find him accountable for his actions and to demend the identity of the wall-crawler. Let him show us who he really is under that mask."
Everyone was watching the news from J Jonah Jameson speaking out against Spider-Man.
"To be honest, he has a point." Ross said.
"Really, the man is a Chatty Cathy. He'd say anything to get attention." Peter said.
"And you're a vigilante who goes around making jokes and getting into police business without permission. I thought when you signed into the Accords, that we have an understanding. We kept your name out of public view in exchange for your cooperation. But your recent actions have given everyone doubts about your comitment to the Accords." Ross stated.
"I couldn't waited to get the go ahead, people were in danger." Peter said.
"So were those in Lagos months ago. Some of them died in the explosion because of the Avengers intervention, or did you forget." Ross said.
"I haven't forgotten." Peter said.
"Really, did you also forget that you let Rogers escape because of your feelings for Ms. Maximoff. If it wasn't for Stark, I would had you locked up in the Raft for your actions." Ross said.
"It was my fault, I brought him into this without knowing about their relationship. If I knew, I would never bring him into the mission." Tony said.
"Perhaps, but that doesn't change the facts that he let Rogers escape or that people nearly died from the explosion. Now the public are putting pressure on our government because of him." Ross said.
"Look, he made a mistake. But we're short on team members these days. We still need him." Tony said.
"Be sure to keep your boy on a leash. This is your last chance. Either fall in line or you're gonna find yourself locked up in the same cell that Ms. Maximoff was in. Are we clear?" Ross said.
"Crystal clear, Mr. Secretary." Peter said.
"Good. Just so you know we're gonna keep our eyes on you to make sure you don't screw up again." Ross reminded.
Ross leaves the compound in his helicopter. Peter and Tony watches as he leaves.
"Not a nice guy, is he?" Peter said.
"No, he ain't. But he isn't wrong. You really need to keep a lid on what you're doing, kid." Tony said.
"I know, but I couldn't ignore the danger they were in. I have a responsibility to help people when they need it." Peter said.
"I know, kid. But right now there are rules we need to follow. Show everyone that we can better.. If you keep this up, I won't be able to help you. Think about your Aunt. It would kill her to see her nephew locked up. Is that what you want?" Tony said.
"No... You're right." Peter said.
"I know you mean well, but please. No more going of the rails. You have a great life, don't throw it away." Tony said.
"Okay." Peter said.
Peter and Tony sees a display case that has Captain America's shield. Could see the claw marks that Black Panther made.
"Can't believe that Cap parted ways with this relic." Peter said.
"Well, he didn't deserve it." Tony said.
"I know that you're hurt that Steve keep the truth about parents from you." Petet said.
"Peter, I trusted him, was willing to fight beside him and lend him a hand. But he lied to me, to my face, the whole time." Tony said.
"Look, I know what it's like to be kept in the dark about your parents. Maybe it was hard for him to keep it from you." Peter said.
"Guess you would know, You constantly lie to your Aunt everyday." Tony replied.
He felt bad for saying that to Peter.
"I'm sorry, kid. I shouldn't have said that." Tony apologize.
"It's not like you're wrong." Peter said.
"How do you do it? Lie to her everytime?" Tony asks.
"I hate to lie to her, but I have to. I can't get her mixed up in my other life. I made that mistake with Gwen. I can't do that to her." Peter said.
"I know, kid. I'm sorry that's been hard for you, with everything going on. Maybe one day, you'll find the peace and happiness you deserve. The day you stop being Spider-Man." Tony said.
"Thanks." Peter said.
"Sure, kid." Tony said.
"Is Vision here?" Peter asks.
"Yeah, he's around." Tony said.
Petet went to see Vision about the other problem he has. He scan to see if there's anything abnormal about his brain.
"Did you find anything?" Peter asks.
"Your scan came up negative. You're fine. Do you want to tell me what this is about?" Vision stated.
"It's gonna sound crazy." Peter said.
"I've seen crazy, Mr. Parker." Vision said.
"Right... Okay... I've been having visions of Wanda lately. It started after Wanda escaped from the Raft and it happened again today. I thought that my head might be playing tricks on me, but it felt real. Like she's trying to reach me." Peter explains.
"I see. If I had to guess, when she used her powers on you years ago, it must have created a bond between your minds. The connection must've growing stronger the more you think about her." Vision explains.
"I see. So she can reach out whenever she wants. Can I ask you to keep it to yourself, I don't want anyone to know about the connection, especially Ross." Peter said.
"Don't worry, I care for Ms. Maximoff and the others. Your secret is safe." Vision said.
"Thanks." Peter said.
"What is this you share with her?" Vision said.
"What do you mean?" Peter said.
"In my short time living, I've seen a lot of things. What you and her have is something else." Vision said.
"It's called love." Peter said.
"Love?" Vision said.
"Oh, right. It's hard to explain. When two people have an attraction and share strong feelings for one another, they call it love." Peter explains
"Is that what you two share?" Vision said.
"Yeah. When Gwen died, I chose to close my heart. But when Wanda came into my life, she opened up my heart again. I tried so hard to ignore it, but I couldn't. That when I realize that I was in love. She made me whole. I wish that I could be with her again. But with the Accords in place, it made things impossible for us to be together." Peter said.
"Perhaps one day, you'll see her again and you'll be together." Vision said.
"Thanks. It means a lot." Peter said.
"Of course. I'll give you sometime alone." Vision gets up and leaves.
Peter can't deny that he misses her. Sometimes he wonder what his life could be without Spider-Man. Maybe one day, he'll give it up and live his life. But for now, he must continue the good fight and help those who need Spider-Man.