upstairs

1

as peter parker walked down the cluttered hallways of the midtown school of science and technology, he had only two things on his mind, the final he had to take in 3rd period and the sandwich he was going to eat later.

"peter wait up, " ned called from down the hall, jogging to catch up with the boy that was tired and worn.

"hey ned, sorry i blew off last night i was just studying and trying not to get distracted." peter said to his wide eyed best friend next to him.

"no, no i totally get it. after i built my lego set then, i studied till ten , that's late for me."

peter let out a breathy laugh at the boy standing next to him, "listen ned i have to get to class but 2nd period we talk about the legos?"

the boy smiled at his best friend, appreciating the friendship they had. "of course!"

as the day continued on and peter got through the final it was time for him to make his daily commute around the city to make sure everything was okay. it started on the west side by the school, continuing to the north by the train. finally when he got next to his apartment, he saw something suspicious. he used his webs to get closer, but stayed far enough away they don't notice.

"listen boss doesn't have the money, i don't know where it is," the shorter of the two men explained.

peter's senses heightened, knowing this was something he would have to deal with. especially since it was so close to home.

"i need it now, he's waiting and doesn't have patience left, man"

"okay, okay here take the cash, i got and wait for the rest. at least give me a share of the profit"

"you know i can't do that. if the boss finds out i'm done"

"he won't"

peter got closer and thought it was a good time to intervene

"hey guys thought i'd stop in and say hello" peter said while dropping down his web into the middle of them.

"who the hell ar-" the man got cut off by peter webbing his hands together, "what the hell, man!"

"sorry other dude you aren't getting away either" he said while doing the same to the other man., in one swift motion peter had them webbed together ensuring they wouldn't be able to move until the actual "heroes" came.

"see ya later" he said while webbing up to the apartments. he got to his apartment and opened the window. climbing in, peter thought something felt off about his "room" then came strolling up a big big dog

"hey little buddy um- uh- h-i" peter tried to calm the dog, making sure it didn't bark before he could make his grand escape, but soon enough a very pretty girl strolled in

"who the hell are you" she said walking in before crossing her arms next to the giant bear looking dog.

"u-h -i think i got the wrong apartment" he stuttered out quickly trying to make it less obvious he was nervous.

"sik em boy," were the last words he heard before making his way to his window, just below hers.