Peter Parker’s POV

In the quiet confines of New York Santorum, the air was thick with emotion. Everyone was filled with great concern upon seeing my new appearance.

Tears welled up in Aunt May’s eyes as she looked at the new me, her heart filled with anguish.

“You have changed so much, Peter. You must have suffered a lot.” She said while sobbing.

It pained my heart to see her cry. She had taken care of me since I was a little child. As such, she was like a mother to me.

Gwen was also crying silently, tears streaming down her cheeks. She must be thinking that she was the cause of all this which happened to me.

Uncle Ben was somehow holding up, trying to be a pillar of support for everyone else. Captain Stacy was however, staying silent, feeling that he should let us have our moment.

Unable to look at all this, I stood up and walked to the edge of the barrier and looked at everyone directly.

“ Don’t worry, Aunt May. I am still the same Peter.” I said softly drawing everyone’s attention.

“I am still the same Peter who called you ‘mother’ when he was a little boy.” At this, Aunt May smiled slightly, despite tears streaming down her cheeks.

“The one Gwen always protected from the bullies.” Hearing this, Gwen also started to smile. Her heart should be a little less heavy now.

“The one who always knew that with great power comes great responsibility.” I saw Uncle Ben wearing a proud look after hearing my words.

My words hung in the year, a balm to their troubled hearts.

Aunt May and Gwen had now stopped crying. The room was now silent, save for the sounds of our breathing which was now gradually steadying.

“I don’t want to ruin the moment. However, we must discuss why we called you here.” Ancient One’s voice rang out in the silent room.

Everyone opened their ears and waited silently for Ancient One’s words.

“So far, Peter’s training in training my powers has been going well. However, his training has now reached a roadblock.” Ancient One described my progress.

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“In order to continue his training he must go to a different secret society. However, that society is a completely closed one.” Ancient One told them that I must go to a secluded society.

“So far, all of you have been able to contact Peter ever so often. This, however will not be possible from now on.” Ancient One them that they would not be able to contact me anymore.

Everyone's face fell at the news. I could understand their feelings somewhat.

I suddenly disappeared out of nowhere. Although, it was later found that I was safe, they could only call me and not see me in the flesh. Now, when they finally saw me, they found that they could not touch me. Moreover, I would be out of contact from now on.

“Don’t worry, everyone. Everything will be fine.” I tried to console them.

“When I have finally completed my training, I would be able to visit often. I would also be able to hug you, unlike now.”

Although their eyes brightened slightly when they heard that I would be free from my current restrictions, the atmosphere was still a sad one.

“Why are all of you so sad thinking about the future? I am here today. We have whole day ahead of us.” I tried to change the topic.

Indeed, upon hearing my words, their faces brightened, as they were relieved that at least today I was with them.

Now that they knew that I was at Kamar Taj learning sorcery, I could share my experiences with them.

I should them my red lightning. Explained how powerful it was and how much of my struggles in sorcery were because of it.

Like how it always interfered whenever I was trying to create portals. Even now, when I created portals, they still somewhat sparkled.

Yet it was one of the most powerful abilities in my arsenal. I also showed them my energy construct ability I had learnt by creating a blade of red lightning.

I also spoke about my sparring matches with Ancient One albeit in a censored way so that they knew how strong my powers were. How in the entire Kamar Taj, only Ancient One could spar with me.

Now that they knew the extent of my powers, they realised how necessary it was for me to complete my training. Thankfully, no one was fearful of my powers just curious.

We talked for hours. But, unfortunately time continued and everyone had to leave. They were reluctant to leave but they had their own duties to perform.

I along with Ancient One, were now at the entrance of the Sanctum, watching them leave.”

“Take care, Peter.” Aunt May said to me softly.

“We are always with you.” Uncle Ben spoke, giving me his support.

“Officer, your gun.” Ancient One returned Captain Stacy’s gun to him. As soon as it reached his hand, he was literally hugging it.

“Gwen!” I suddenly addressed Gwen as they were leaving.

“For a long time I have been your only friend but now I wouldn’t be around for a while. So, please, for me, try to make some more friends.” I encouraged her to make new friends knowing that she would be lonely without me.

I did this because her friend circle had grown incredibly small since she became Spider-Woman. Other than me, there were only Harry and MJ in her friend circle and that is only because they were my friends.

Now that I will be out of contact, I am afraid that the burden of Spider-Woman would be too much for her alone. That is why I encouraged her to make some more friends.

“I will try.” Gwen said with misty eyes.

I watched everyone leave with a sorrowful heart.

I sighed and then said to Ancient One, “I believe I am now ready.”