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C309 Spider-Man
🕑 Added 2023-04-12 07:21:27 +0000 UTCOnce Genie was done impersonating a peace officer, Peter dropped him off at the Penthouse and portal’d over to Kamar-Taj.
Although he has a very well-protected mind, thanks to the technique that the Ancient One imparted onto him, as well as a few extra spells, that only protected him from outside intrusions and manipulation.
And since Red Hulk is a part of him, Peter needs a way to connect with his new alter ego while also protecting himself.
In the movie, Banner was able to achieve this through simple meditation.
He came to an understanding with his Hulk, and soon enough, they merged into one being.
This merger seemed to give Banner the best of both worlds. He kept his genius mind, whilst also keeping the strength of the Hulk.
Though Peter didn’t want to do this.
At least not in the same way as Banner.
‘I’d rather not turn into a red-skinned giant with glowing yellow eyes...’ Peter thought with a shake of his head. ‘The public would call me a demon...’
After all, he had a life outside of being Spider-Man, and the transformation that came with a merger would certainly ruin that.
Of course, that didn’t mean a merger was off the table.
Peter has to simply find the best way for him to achieve his goals.
“Is the Ancient One around?” Peter asked an elderly master as he portal’d into Kamar-Taj.
“No, the Sorceress Supreme left to deal with an issue in a small hell dimension. Can I help you with anything?” The man answers respectfully.
After all, Peter's position in Kamar-Taj is very high thanks to being their leader's only disciple.
“Thanks, but I’ll be fine.” Peter gave a quick bow and walked off toward the library.
Although his position is technically higher than just about everyone else, it’s always best to show respect.
Especially when you could be dealing with an ancient master.
After all, there are ways to extend your lifespan when it comes to the Mystic Arts, so there are masters in the temple who are far older than they appear.
...
Seeing as he couldn’t ask the Ancient One for advice, Peter ransacked the library of Kamar-Taj for a good meditation technique.
‘...Heavens Breath... Primordial Body and Mind... Earth Evolution... Wandering Lotus Meditation...’ Peter poured through book after book, trying the find what would suit his situation best.
And while this was happening, the old librarian kept a watchful eye.
The last time Peter came to the library, he lied and used the Ancient One's name to take books from the forbidden section...
Now the poor librarian is forced to suspiciously surveil his every move...
Thankfully, meditation techniques aren’t something that are considered dangerous, so Peter didn’t have to steal anything this time.
“Oh...” He muttered as he read through an old worn leather book. “This could work.”
[Sun and Moon Scripture]
This meditation technique was made by a master named Lin Feng, who seemed to have Dissociative identity disorder.
Apparently, he went through some sort of crazy trauma as a child, though the book didn’t mention any details.
And due to this huge trauma, his mind fractured.
In order to cope with this, multiple personalities were formed, which plagued his everyday life.
In one moment he could be studying in his library, and the next, he wakes up completely naked in an alleyway.
Basically, his other personalities would take control of his body and do whatever they wished.
Tired of the constant craziness, Lin Feng went on a journey in search of a cure and found Kamar-Taj, similar to Dr. Strange’s origin story.
And after becoming a master, he was able to create his own meditation technique.
The Sun and Moon Scripture.
‘It sounds very Wuxia but it should work...’ Peter thought to himself.
Using the Sun and Moon Scripture, Peter would, hopefully, be able to meld his mind with the Red Hulk’s and become one, while keeping control and leaving the two bodies separated.
At least until he could find a way to assimilate the Red Hulk’s body into his own without becoming a giant monster for the rest of his life.
Of course, the Red Hulk wouldn’t be dying in this scenario.
They would simply merge.
After all, Red Hulk is merely the personification of Peter's anger. He was already a part of him from the very beginning.
In the end, he would simply return to where he originated from.
‘I should practice this every night before bed...’ Peter thought to himself as he checked the book out under the librarian's watchful eyes. ‘It should take about a month to finish the merger...’
Of course, Peter would make sure to be diligent in his meditation.
Because even now he can feel the simmering anger of his alter ego waiting to be released.
If he were to become too angry, Red Hulk would surely use that opportunity to take control and wreak havoc.
Though it wouldn’t last long, as Peter could easily put him to sleep again.
The only reason he took his time before was that his physical body was inside the mirror dimension.
There, Red Hulk could go as crazy as he wanted without harming anyone.
Well, except Genie though he was faking those injuries from the start.
“Thank you!” Peter called out over his shoulder as he portal’d out of the library with his new book in hand.
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Stepping into his bedroom, Peter found Lily sitting at his desk with his Ghost Laptop wide open.
She seemed to be trying to turn it on, but no matter what she did, the screen wouldn’t light up.
“Ahem!” Peter cleared his throat as he loomed over his daughter's shoulder.
“Ahh!” Lily squeaked as she leaped up off the chair and stuck to the ceiling using her spider powers. “...Dad?”
Lily peered down at her father, who instantly swapped his clothes to a normal outfit, revealing his face.
“I clearly remember telling you that my laptop was off-limits.” Peter says as he reaches out and closes it. “And I also remember saying that you should regulate the use of your powers. If others see, then maintaining a normal life will be hard.”
“Sorry, Daddy...” Lily pouts as she falls from the ceiling and lands perfectly on her feet.
“The daddy’s always come out when you’re in trouble, don’t they?” Peter chuckled as he leaned down and gave her a warm hug. “So, why did you need to access my laptop?”
As they separate, Peter places the Sun and Moon Scripture on a nearby bookshelf for the time being.
“You weren’t here and I needed to call you.” Lily answered with a smile.
“Well, I’m here now. What’s up?” Peter asks as he takes a seat on the corner of his bed.
“I made my decision...” Lily spoke excitedly. “I want to help you with your work!”
Peter raised a brow as his daughter declared her decision.
“Are you sure? Your grandma’s didn’t seem too happy about that.” Peter said as he knew they would complain.
“Yes, they talked to me about it, but in the end, it’s my decision to make, not there’s.” Lily crossed her arms and huffed obstinately.
“Well, if it’s what you want then that’s fine.” Peter nodded as he whipped out his phone, dialed a number, and put it on speaker.
Lily looked confused as she waited to see what her father was doing.
“Yes, Black Sky?” A male voice answered respectfully.
“Scythe, have you found the Dragon Bones yet?” Peter asks.
“!?” Lily seemed to perk up in excitement as she heard the word Dragon.
Based on her knowledge, Dragons and other mythical creatures never existed.
“Yes, but getting to them is the problem. Either we waste time and do things slowly, or we can destroy Hell’s Kitchen and take them quickly.” Scythe explains.
“Okay, I understand.” Peter says as he looks over at Lily. “I’m placing my daughter in charge of the excavation. The Hand will follow her orders as if they came from me. Is that understood?”
“O-Of course, Black Sky. We would gladly follow the princess.” Scythe stuttered in shock as he never knew that his leader had a daughter, but he complied nonetheless.
“Good, she’ll call you soon enough.” Peter said as he hung up and looked toward Lily.
“What was that about?” She asks in confusion. “I didn’t know that I was a princess...”
“That was the Hand...” Peter says as he explained everything. “...you’ll be starting off with them since I don’t have the time to micromanage everything.”
Of course, Lily wouldn’t be leaving the house, as she’s far too young to be out on her own.
But that doesn’t mean that she can’t order them around from the safety of her bedroom.
After all, she’s an AI. The sky is the limit.
“Okay, should I start now?” Lily asks excitedly.
Ninjas and Dragons? What kid wouldn’t be excited?
“No.” Peter shook his head. “First, you need a code name.”
It’s not that Peter didn’t trust Scythe, as the man has faithfully served him for a while without any trouble, but keeping Lily’s identity a secret is very important to him.
‘Otherwise, her Granny’s would kill me...’ Peter didn’t want to deal with angry Grandmas.
“!” Lily started hopping up and down in excitement. “Do I get a cool suit like you and Mom?”
“Maybe later but for now we need a name.” Peter said as Lily started thinking to herself.
...
“Princess is fine...” Lily admitted with red cheeks. “I always wanted to be a princess and they already called me that...”
“Sure, Princess it is.”
A/N: 1640 words :) Should the Hand call her Princess or Princess Sky? I’m torn between the two. Also, this won’t be her public spider name. That comes later.
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Lionssolitude
Either is fine but Princess Sky fits with Peter's name the hand use
