Chapter 321: I Am Spider-Man...
While Oaks was enjoying VIP treatment in Wakanda, Peter Parker, the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, was secretly researching an improved formula for his web fluid during his chemistry lab class.
Yes, as a "normal, average high school student," he needed to allocate his time for research and studying at school as much as possible—
So that he would have enough time to be everyone's friendly neighbor.
Although Oaks promised that he could use the laboratory of the Benevolence Society and Oak Tree Environmental Technology, he still had to adhere to the "regular internship hours," and his time there was limited.
Peter's family was very insistent on prioritizing "academic excellence."
"I have to say, Chairman Oaks' Nature spider suit is amazing. There's absolutely no risk of identity exposure!"
Finally, it was time for school to end, and Peter rushed out of the school immediately—
To be honest, the things in school were child's play to him.
Not to mention that he was already a top-tier genius, and now with the Acorn Necklace, his brain was even more efficient than before. That's why his teachers insisted on him participating in the national competition in Washington.
Arriving at the familiar Benevolence Society service station, Peter deposited his backpack and also picked up a work meal—
It was a plant-based beef burger that he really liked, accompanied by a small-sized drink acorn. This set cost three dollars outside, but as a member, he could get it for free.
Moreover, Peter's membership level was not low.
After eating his fill, he found a secluded alley that was common in the Queens and tapped the necklace on his chest. Immediately, his suit covered his entire body—
And he didn't even need to take off his clothes first to ensure a perfect fit and appearance.
"The power of magic is truly incredible."
The suit could even incorporate his web shooters. It was something he couldn't figure out the principle of, no matter how hard he thought.
"Hi, Malorn, good afternoon!"
"Hello, Peter."
The suit also had a holographic projection, allowing Peter to contact Malorn at any time. He even customized Malorn's image into a chibi version:
"Did you have a pleasant day?"
"Well... it was okay. The tensile strength of the web fluid has been slightly enhanced by about 5%, but during the lab class, I stirred it a little too quickly, and it got stuck to a beaker...
I hid it in the cabinet, and by now, it should have degraded...
The National Academic Decathlon is taking place in Washington in the middle of the month, and Mr. Harrington insists that I must go... but I still want to do more useful things.
Also, Ned invited me to help him build his new Lego Death Star, 3,803 pieces!"
After Peter rattled off all this information, he scratched his head:
"Hey, to be honest, Malorn... I even regret not asking Chairman Oaks to let me join the Avengers before. Now, I can't accept missions!"
Although Spider-Man hadn't experienced the Civil War, he still knew and was acquainted with the Avengers though Oaks. Dr. Banner even appreciated him as an assistant in his experimental projects.
So, under the influence, Peter, who wanted to maintain his "normal high school student" identity, was itching to give it a try.
He and Malorn were also old friends now, and Malorn was responsible for his intelligence support, serving as his semi-guardian.
Well, more importantly, Malorn was responsible for handling his family's elders, which was really important to Peter.
For Peter, who officially joined the Benevolence Society even before finishing elementary school, Aunt May and Uncle Ben couldn't be more at ease—
They even personally participated in the charity events organized by the Benevolence Society during their free time. They had witnessed their nephew's outstanding performance.
Moreover, in their eyes, the Benevolence Society was more trustworthy than Stark Industries—
Because they preferred Oaks Woods's way of doing things and didn't particularly like Tony Stark.
"Um... the new version of the web fluid formula has been received, and production has begun... You can restock at the Benevolence Society service station in the Queens before dinner."
The chibi holographic image of Malorn tilted its head. The Benevolence Society had service stations spread throughout the United States, which provided services for registered members worldwide in addition to their regular operations.
Package collection, item storage, regular supplies, welfare distribution, and even acting as temporary first aid stations, and there was even a relief service for stray pets.
In the Queens, there was such a service station, which may not look impressive from the outside, but its internal scale was comparable to a medium-sized supermarket.
For an intern-level superhero like Peter, having such a supply station within his "jurisdiction" was a great help.
"Thank you, Malorn!"
Peter's face was brightened. Malorn is always reliable, and he never slipped up when coming up with reasons to deal with Uncle Ben and Aunt May—
Not only could he access various great ideas from the internet at any time and come up with perfect plans, but his ability to control emotions is at the level of an AI. No one could tell that he is just bluffing.
"But Peter, school matters are still important. You should participate in the Academic Decathlon. Isn't your goal MIT? These are all bonus points—
You have to remember that you're still a 'normal high school student.'
The threats handled by the Avengers aren't something you should focus on for now, even though your abilities are not weak. Right now, it's already quite challenging to help you deal with your parents."
Chibi Malorn rolled its eyes:
"If you participate in Avengers-level dangerous events for a long time, even internships won't be able to perfectly conceal your identity.
Occasionally... it's fine, but there haven't been any such events nearby recently."
"I see..."
Peter felt a little disappointed, but Malorn was speaking the truth. Short distances were fine, but long-distance remote mobility was almost zero, and that was his biggest challenge.
After all, he couldn't go on long trips. He still had to go to school on time in the morning.
"Alright! I'll be the friendly neighborhood hero today too!"
After ending the call with Malorn, Peter perked up and began his action.
So he intercepted a bicycle thief, helped a lost elderly woman, and resolved a misunderstanding with a poor soul who accidentally locked his keys in his car and had to use a crowbar...
Then, while eating the youtiao (fried dough sticks) that the grateful elderly woman had bought for him, he noticed a group of suspicious individuals with peculiar tools vandalizing an ATM.
Hmm, these four guys are wearing cartoon masks of Thor, Iron Man, Hulk, and Captain America.
"Wow, thank goodness there isn't Chairman Oaks among them, otherwise I wouldn't be confident enough in my punches."
Peter approached them and gave them a beating:
"I've never met Thor before... but I heard he's much more handsome than you.
Iron Man, aren't you a billionaire? Why rob a bank?
Oh, Hulk, speaking of whom, I'm quite familiar with Dr. Banner. But I've never seen him transform...
Hey, Captain, you've really lost your touch! I didn't even use much force, and you already fell down?"
"Peter, high energy reaction!!"
Malorn's voice sounded in Peter's ear, making him pause and instinctively dodge. Immediately, the "Captain America" he had just knocked down grabbed the machine they were using to vandalize the ATM and activated it.
Zoom!
A beam of light hit the spot where Peter had been standing a moment ago, lifting a piece of flooring into the air.
"What is this thing?"
Peter, who had received martial arts training from Shang-chi, was no longer the Spider-Man who relied solely on instinct in combat. The weapon just now couldn't even be detected by his spider sense, so he immediately became serious.
This time, he didn't give these people a chance. In a flash, he disarmed the dangerous individuals, even thwarting their last desperate attempt to overload the weapon.
"Where did these weapons come from?"
Peter scratched his head. These things definitely don't look like Earth technology!
"You should leave, Peter. The owner of the hamburger shop across the street has already called 911, and I've reported the situation about these weapons to Mr. Stark."
Malorn's voice sounded again, but this time, he sounded somewhat serious:
"These weapons seem to be extraterrestrial technology originating from the Battle of New York against the Chitauri. They fall under the jurisdiction of Mr. Stark's Damage Control Division, but it seems they have leaked out for unknown reasons..."
"Wow! It's really extraterrestrial technology!"
Peter clapped his hands in excitement:
"Malorn! This is an Avengers-level event, right? Since it's happening around me, can't we handle it without bothering the other Avengers?"
"...Let's wait for the results. If you don't go back now, your uncle and aunt will go crazy."
"Oh! Okay... I'll go back right away..."
Then, Peter sneaked back into the house, silently closed and locked the windows before putting away his suit, and then he was about to throw his bag onto the bed...
Only to find a chubby guy holding a Lego Death Star model in awe.
"...Malorn? Why didn't you inform me that there was someone in my room...
Oh, hey, Ned!"
He suddenly remembered that Malorn wouldn't monitor what happened in his room or his normal life after taking off his suit. It was to give him enough privacy.
Including now, he couldn't contact Malorn...
"Wow!"
Clatter!
The Lego Death Star in Ned's hand fell to the ground and shattered into pieces as he stood up abruptly.
"You're Spider-Man! The one on YouTube!"
Ned muttered in disbelief as his chubby face lit up.
"I... I'm not..."
"You were just crawling on the ceiling! And your suit disappeared with a 'shwoop'! What kind of high-tech is that?"
"I... I didn't... Why are you here?"
Peter smacked his forehead. His best friend is such a blabbermouth!
"We agreed to build the Death Star together! And you mentioned Malorn just now? The super AI of the Benevolence Society?"
Ned completely ignored Peter's denial, and Peter's necklace was still shining:
"Is it the magical power of the Druid? So you have a high position in the Benevolence Society?"
The door opened, and Aunt May stuck her head out with a smile:
"Get ready, boys. We're going out for dinner."
"...Okay!"
May left first, and Peter looked at an excited Ned in silence:
"Well, I am Spider-Man."
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