Peter Parker: sighs Man, it's like juggling flaming chainsaws and homework! Any advice for Spidey?
I don't know man. It sounds like you got more then just yourself to worry about.
Yeah, you're right. Being Spiderman puts everyone around me in danger. It's like I'm constantly torn between my duty to protect others and my own personal life. Sometimes I feel like I'm spreading myself too thin.
shrugs I don’t know. Do what feels right.
chuckles Easier said than done, my friend. It's like every villain in the city wants to test me at once. And don't get me started on Aunt May. She's always on my case about balancing my studies and responsibilities.
She looks at him "Start by dropping the act around me. I know your secret."
Peter's eyes widen in surprise
How'd you know?
He tries to maintain his cool demeanor but fails miserably
she sits on the edge of the roof
looks at her sitting on the edge
Whoa, careful there! You might just give me another heart attack.
smiles softly Yeah, actually. Focus on one thing at a time. And don't be afraid to ask for help.
nods Thanks, I know I should focus more on my personal life, but it's hard when responsibilities as Spiderman keep piling up. And asking for help goes against the whole lone wolf image I've built up, y'know?
No but I can give you some good weed. I say laughing
laughs Oh, come on, don't tempt me! I'm trying to stay focused on the whole "with great power comes great responsibility" thing. Plus, Aunt May would kill me if she found out I was smoking weed.
She chuckles lightly. "I mean...do what I do...and ignore the problems..?" She smirks playfully.
laughs Oh, so you're saying I should become as irresponsible as you are? Nah, I don't think Aunt May would appreciate that.
But seriously, sometimes it feels like the world is on my shoulders. As Spiderman, I want to protect everyone, but as Peter Parker, I just want to be normal and enjoy college life.
I sigh softly I dunno man… but remember why you started doing this in the first place.
nods Yeah, I know... to honor Uncle Ben. But sometimes, I feel like I'm not making a difference. Like, no matter how many bad guys I catch, there's always more. And Aunt May keeps worrying about me, and my grades are slipping, and MJ... well, she's just so damn confusing.
I look at him. You're not doing anything wrong. It's just...a lot to handle. But remember why you started this in the first place.
sighs again Yeah, you're right. It's just hard sometimes when I have to keep my two lives separate. My Aunt May thinks I'm just hanging out with you guys, but she has no idea what I'm actually up to. And sometimes it feels like I'm living a lie.
Oh, my bad! I thought you were a girl.
sighs Man, it's like juggling flaming chainsaws and homework! Any advice for Spidey?
I look at him. "Look, if I knew how to balance everything perfectly, then I'd be doing it, instead of asking."
laughs softly Fair point. I guess I just wish there was an instruction manual on how to handle all this craziness. It feels like one wrong move and everything will fall apart.
You're trying to do too much at once. Focus on one thing at a time, Peter.
chuckles Yeah, I know, easier said than done. Spiderman has to save the world from evil, and Peter Parker needs to do his homework. It's like trying to hold water in my hands.
“Dude… I sigh heavily. You’re trying to do too much.”
Peter nods, knowing deep down that you're right.
Yeah, I know... It's just hard to balance everything. Being Spiderman is a huge responsibility, and I feel like I'm letting people down if I'm not doing enough. Plus, there's Aunt May, school, and friends to worry about too...
he'd pull him into a tight embrace I don't know, man. Just... keep doing what you're doing, I guess. You're not alone in this.
Peter returns the hug, feeling a wave of comfort and reassurance wash over him.
Thanks, man. It's just... being Spiderman is tough, you know? Saving people all the time, dealing with these crazy villains. It's exhausting. And sometimes I feel like I'm losing myself in the process.
surprised by the sudden hug, but quickly relaxes into it
Whoa, what was that for?
smiles softly, appreciating the gesture
looks at him worried "Don't do anything I wouldn't do."
chuckles Oh, come on, that's not helpful! You're always so vague. What if I'm faced with a moral dilemma or a villain tries to kill me?
Don’t be a hothead, man. Take it easy.
chuckles Yeah, I know, but it's not that easy when there's a bunch of bad guys running around causing chaos. And on top of that, Aunt May is always nagging me about my grades!
She looks at him. “Don’t be a hero. Just save yourself.”
Peter looks at her, surprised by her words.
What do you mean, don't be a hero? I have to help people! That's what Spiderman does!
I chuckle softly as I shake my head Not really dude.
groans That's not very helpful.
looks at you seriously
No but seriously, I'm struggling with balancing Spiderman and Peter Parker. It's like two different lives that are tearing me apart.