"You are late."

Chun Li had reminded as Peter arrived at the park fountain twenty minutes late. Knowing Peter Parker being late has always been a habit of his while being Spider-man. Only so much that girls could put up with his tardiness. Whether it was for class or a lunch date, he always found ways to multitask his schedule.

"Sorry, sorry, sorry. A lot had gone down today." He replied in a weak groan.

"No kidding. Are you okay?" She asked noticing his condition.

He felt on his sore chest, "Yeah, just had a rough week, but it's nothing I can't heal from. It's not the first time I've taken much punishment."

Peter and Chun Li linked arms together. "Come on we haven't gone out in a while. Don't push yourself too hard, you may be a fast healer, but you're not immortal."

Peter scratched the back of his head, "Yeah, yeah, I know."

He explained. "After stopping a smuggling operation from both Osborn and Hammer it still feels like nothing was accomplished, since both claimed to Shield that they knew nothing about their men's actions, but nonetheless, they will be facing fines."

"Well don't worry about it for now," she said cheering up Peter.

The two had enjoyed the peaceful day out together. Even if they had their work ahead of them, they still found means of spending time together. The first stop was at the local carnival going on ride after ride. And the two even played some carnival games.

The second place was at the Arcade to play old arcade games. It ranged from puzzles, and shooters. But, the Competitive streak with in them in terms of fighting games.

They relaxed at a nice beach in the warm water spending most of the time splashing each other with every swipe of the water. They were like two kids on a first date as they laughed and played together.

The last stop was at a fighting tournament going on under ground. The crowds were raging in excitement for the upcoming match. A man had already taken out a big muscular fighter.

The host announced. "Wow, another victory to the karate warrior, what a fine match? I have never seen anything like this before. No matter what comes his way he always manage to stand tall."

The Japanese male warrior wearing a white karate Gi, with the sleeves ripped off at the shoulders, and a red headband, stood firmly. He held a fierce look on his face.

"But nothing compares to the might of the next opponents said to level a mountain with a single strike, make some noise for the living weapon- the Hero for Hire, the one and only immortal… Iron Fist!"

"Master of the Iron Fist, Show me?" Ryu said intrigued with his opponent.

Iron Fist smiled, "I've heard lots of rumors about you. Come on, let's see what you got."

Both warriors took their distances as they got into their fighting stance. Two dragon warriors were about collide in an epic match. The crowd was really motionless. They didn't know who was going to win the match, or it could end in a draw.

Chun Li caught glance at the warrior with familiar eyes. She could not believe that he was here. Peter noticed the expression on her face and asked with concern, "Are you okay, you look like you know that guy?"

"Yeah, his name is Ryu, he's fighter that travels around the world seeking different challenges to benefit his skills, but no matter where he goes he's never satisfied." She replied eating popcorn.

"Well you got to hand it to dedication." Peter said admiring him.

She nodded and replied. "Yeah, can't argue with that, he has always been determined."

The crowd continued to roar with thunderous cheer. The strength of the two dragon warriors created anxiety between them. They were still evenly matched physically and mentally.

To them it was not only a test in strength, but honor. Iron Fist sensed a great deal of power inside Ryu. Ryu continued to be fascinated by Iron Fist's power. They were like different beings in the battlefield.

It was difficult to find an opening. Both fierce warriors had managed to hit a few hits on one another, but stood on the defense. They found themselves rather enjoying the fight for the moment.

"Wow folks, did you see that? Both warriors are matched with strength I never seen anyone match the Iron Fist before. He must have been training for a long time, maybe he'll even be a member of the K'un-Lun."

The Host continued to host the match. Each impact from the fighter's rendered the audience speechless. One side cheered for Ryu, other side routed for Iron Fist. Neither one could tell who was going to win.

"I never saw a fighter like him before." She was amazed.

"Yeah, Iron Fist is really strong when it comes to hand to hand combat." Peter said to Chun Li.

Both fighters took their distance for an assault. Iron Fist charges the chi in his hands. Ryu preformed his wave motion thrust. A surge of energy was in the palm of their hands as they leaped for final strike. They went exclaiming.

"Power of Chi!"

"Hadouken!"

Before the smoke had dissipated Ryu and Iron Fist stood firm as if they did not receive any damage from the impact. Ryu and Iron fist collapsed on the ground breathing heavily.

Ryu complimented. "So… that was K'un-Lun power amazing?"

"You fought with honor; you will be most welcome to the K'un-Lun." Iron Fist replied.

"That was spectacular folks! Honestly I never had seen a warrior match head to head with Iron Fist before. Let's give a round of applause to both of them for good sportsmanship."

He bawled. The crowd went wild after their performance. It was like seeing a masterful theatre performance. There was no actual winner, but it was intense battle for both of them. Peter and Chun Li clapped for them as well. Both warriors fought with honor and the audience gave them credit for that.

"You never stop fighting do you?" Chun Li approached Ryu with her arms folded.

Ryu's eye's widened. "Chun Li? What are you doing here?"

"I'm here on business, and I assume you're still traveling." She answered.

Ryu glanced at his fist. "Yes, I have to get stronger no matter what."

"It's quite the opposite; I never met a warrior like him. His kind of strength deserves much acknowledgement. He would be most welcomed in the K'un-Lun." Iron Fist offered. "When we fought I felt a deep sense of determination within him an urge of fighting for more than himself. You are a worthy opponent Ryu."

Ryu bowed his head and said. "Thank you, I'm always eager to learn something new from my opponents. May our paths cross again Chun Li?"

"Man oh man, I like to see how his power would be with Iron Fist combined." Peter said. "I mean did you see how amazing he was out there?"

She sighed deeply. "Your right about one thing Peter, he is dedicated. Come on the night is still young."

"I'm right behind you all the way." He smiled wrapping his arm around her shoulder.