Children of Queens: The Story of Peter and Evelyn Parker

A Call To the Beginning of the Journey

"Today, a sighting of Queens' new heroes near the railway tracks has caught the attention of many people. The heroes were seen stopping a car whose brakes had broken down during their acceleration. With clever tactics and some rather intense strength, they were able to stop the car from crashing into an oncoming train, ensuring that there were no casualties."

Tony sipped his coffee, watching the news FRIDAY was showing him thoughtfully. These new heroes were certainly powerful though severely limited in resources, judging by their outfits.

"Hey FRI, scan every camera out there for any signs of these two," he said, putting the mug down on the bench. The hologram in front of him vanished as the A.I. obliged, scanning for anything that could give them a link to the vigilantes. In a time like this with the Accords, Tony really needed to be sure that he had backup, especially with half of the team with Steve. The billionaire sighed, rubbing his forehead as he thought about how to bring in the rogues. His train of thought wandered, leading him to think about Pepper and what she was doing. On top of all of this chaos with the team, he didn't even have Pep by his side to help.

"Boss, I have a match."

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Meanwhile, on the roof of the old apartment building on Ingram Street were two teenagers laying out a thin gymnastics mat they found in the dumpster behind their school. It was perfect for running drills, especially on a concrete surface.

"Okay," Evelyn said, crouching down in front of an air-con outlet, "You jump, grab my hands and flip me over, yes?"

Peter nodded, not realising that she couldn't see him. He was too in the zone, hopping from one foot to another as he prepped himself for the move.

"Peter, yes or no!?"

"Oh, right, sorry. Yes, let's go." He took off running towards his sister and the outlet. He pushed off the ground with one foot, using Evie's back to help propel him higher as he leapt up on top of the outlet. Reaching down, he grabbed Evie's hands, watching as she used the side of the outlet to push off into the air over his head. He crossed his arms over as she flew over, allowing her to land gracefully behind him.

Well, that was the plan.

Evie yelped as she landed flat on the mat, having forgotten to swing her legs over. Peter snorted, pleased that Evie was finally the one stumbling around while he was laughing.

"Let's try that again, shall we?" She got up, dusting her hands and hopped down, preparing for the move again. The second time, Peter swung her over too hard and she ended up missing the mat entirely. "I'm going to need a walker before I turn thirty if this keeps up," she groaned.

"Sorry," Peter apologized, trying not to giggle even when she glared at him. "One more time?"

Evie sighed. "One more time and then we'll see if my back breaks or not."

They tried again, Peter reaching down and pulling her over his head, crossing his arms so she flipped evenly. Evie brought her legs over first, landing squarely on the mat behind him.

"I did it!" She squealed. Peter whooped, applauding as she bowed. "Now we do it again for repetition and practice.

They did it again and again, working it into their minds and bodies till they could do it in their sleep. They failed to notice, however, the camera on the opposite building where a certain A.I. spotted them.