Chapter 26: Stark Expo

A/N: The winner of yesterday contest is Hymaster986.

Today insert a GIF of Vulture Here.

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Arriving at school I basically bounced to my locker.

Still feeling from the emotional high I just got from getting a date with Gwen.

Making it to my locker I quickly grabbed what I needed and put away what I didn't inside, before closing it.

Ned and Felicia arriving at my side, just as I did.

Then all of us were a little surprised to see Harry walking towards us. Since he has been the remainder of the school year off to deal with the kidnapping incident surrounding Mister Negative.

"Harry, what are you doing here? I thought you had the rest of the year off after you were kidnapped by a super villain." Ned spoke. "No, wait. Sorry. What I meant to say was-"

"-I know what you meant Ned." Harry interrupted. "And yeah, I was supposed to be out for the rest of the year but simply sitting at home while my mom and Dad worked for boring. So here I am." He explained. "Along with my new personal security detail my dad assigned to me."

"Wow, they must be really good at these jobs because I can't see them at all." I joked.

"They must be able to turn invisible. It's the only thing that makes sense." Felicia added.

Leading Harry in turn to give the both of us a deadpan stare. "Hahaha, very funny you two." He sarcastically spoke. "But no, my bodyguard's can't turn invisible. They will simply be waiting outside for me. Where they will stay. Now if you'll excuse me I have to go tell the office about this."

"Sure. Later Harry." I replied. "Also, it's really good to have you back. This way I can pick your brain about my upcoming date with Gwen without lugging my butt to your house."

"Wait, what?" Ned said. "Peter, you asked Gwen out?"

"Well actually she asked me out just now on our way to school. Wants to go and check out the Stark Expo together." I explained. "And as a gentleman how could I refuse?"

"Heh, so you two have finally acting like little kids. Good. Also, looks like I came back at just the right time." Harry spoke.

"Congratulations Peter." Felicia said.

"Thanks." I replied to her.

After I did Harry left and started making his way to the office.

Gwen arriving a few minutes after he left.

Where we gave her the news of Harry's return.

Then right after Felicia started teasing her about our date.

Leading to me ignoring a dirty look Gwen gave me all day long.

Because with our upcoming date nothing could bring me down.

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[May 7th, 2011]

Standing in front of my bedroom mirror I made sure the new clothes I bought for my date with Gwen tonight were pristine.

The clothes themselves being some dark brown jeans, some orange and tan Nike sneakers, and a collared orange shirt.

"Damn, I look good." I mused. While I continued to inspect my appearance.

Not that I'm trying to be vain or anything but I'm definitely sure my looks have gotten little better since I became Spiderman.

I mean I've gotten taller by two inches, so if my height can change why not my looks?

[A/N: For this fic my Peter Parker will be 1.85 meters/ 6'1"]

Once I was sure my outfit was perfect I left my room and headed downstairs.

*Click*

May taking a picture of me with her phone as soon as I made it.

*Click Click Click*

She then took several more.

"Uncle Ben, a little help." I spoke to the man.

Who was simply standing to the side, smirking in amusement.

Allowing May to continue to take pictures. Until finally he stepped in.

"Okay May, that's enough." Ben spoke.

"But Ben, this is his first date ever!" May replied. "We need to capture this moment."

"And you already have dear. But if you take any more pictures the boy might miss his date entirely. So let's let him get on his way." Ben spoke.

"Oh, alright." May replied.

When she did I mouthed "Thank you" to Ben.

Who gave me a thumbs up in response.

"Well, see you guys later." I spoke.

"Yep, see you Peter." May said.

"Have a good time." Ben added. "But not too good a time. I think May and I are still a little too young to become grandparents."

At those words I almost tripped.

But quickly caught myself.

"Right." I quickly replied.

Leaving the house, ignoring May and Ben's laughter.

I then made my way over to Gwens' home.

Where after ringing the doorbell I was met with Captain Stacy.

"Captain Stacy." I said.

"Peter." He replied. Looking me up and down. "So Gwen tells me your a bit of an entrepreneur. That you have a deal with the Fantastic Four."

"Yeah." I replied. "I mean since I had so many ideas rolling around in my head I figured why not use them to make some money and help change the world at the same time." I explained. "Which I plan to do much more of in the future, especially after I form my own company."

"Quite an ambition you have there." George spoke.

Then before he could say anymore Gwen and her mother Helen arrived at the door. Followed by Gwens' brothers Phillip, Howard, and Simon. All of whom worked to get a look at me.

"Huh, so this is your boyfriend huh sis." Simon spoke.

"He's tall." Howard added.

"Shut up you brats!" Gwen yelled at her brother's.

Who simply ran back into the house, laughing at her expense.

"Little urchins." Gwen grumbled. Before scooting past her father and turning her attention to me. "Hey."

"Hey." I replied.

"Alright, well have fun you two." Helen said.

Dragging George back into the house and closing the door.

Once he did I offered Gwen my left arm and she took it.

We then caught a cab to the Stark Expo.

Where we then began walking around, taking in all it had to offer.

Which was a lot.

The film really didn't do the Expo jusitce. Some the inventions we saw as Gwen and I walked through it could literally change the world if given enough time and attention.

Makes me wonder if I could show off a few of my invention ideas here. To get my name out there even more and make lucrative connections in preparation for the future.

As I thought about this I soon realized Gwen had guided me to the mainstage.

Where none other than Justin fucking Hammer was making his showboat appearance on it.

[Insert Image of MCU Justin Hammer Here]

Telling me Gwen and I were now smack dab in the middle of the events of Iron Man 2.

Fuck my luck.