Chapter 25: Naughty Goblin
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"God dammit!" Spider-Man cursed, vaulting from one building to another. The latest menace, Green Goblin, was hot on his trail, launching an arsenal of explosives that turned the skyline into a chaotic battleground.
Spider-Man twisted in midair, narrowly avoiding a pumpkin bomb that exploded against the side of a skyscraper, showering the streets below with debris. The acrid scent of smoke filled his nostrils as he swung through the cloud of destruction with webs flying from his wrist to catch the falling concrete. He glanced back, spotting the Goblin's maniacal grin, which only fueled him to run faster.
"Can't catch a break, can I?" he muttered, weaving between the towering structures. His web-slingers fired in rapid succession, each line securing his swift escape route. But the Goblin was relentless, his glider slicing through the air with terrifying precision.
As he landed on a rooftop, Spider-Man barely had a moment to catch his breath before another explosion rocked the building. He stumbled but quickly regained his footing, sprinting across the gravel-strewn surface. The Goblin was already there, descending with a wicked laugh.
"Is that all you've got, wall-crawler?" Green Goblin taunted, his voice dripping with malice.
Spider-Man didn't respond, instead launching himself off the edge of the building just as another bomb detonated where he had been standing. His mind raced, calculating the next move. He needed to get the Goblin away from the densely populated areas.
Diving down, Spider-Man swung low over the streets, leading the Goblin towards the industrial district. The Goblin followed, the thrill of the chase evident in his eyes. Spider-Man aimed his web-shooters at a nearby crane, swinging in a tight arc around it, then doubled back sharply, surprising the Goblin and forcing him to veer off course.
"Gotcha!" Spider-Man grinned, but his moment of triumph was short-lived. The Goblin recovered quickly, unleashing a barrage of razor-sharp bat-shaped blades. Spider-Man twisted and contorted, avoiding most but feeling a sharp sting as one grazed his arm.
"Focus, Peter," he chided himself, ignoring the pain. He scanned the area, spotting an abandoned warehouse. Perfect. He fired a web at the Goblin's glider, yanking hard. The Goblin snarled as he was pulled off balance, giving Spider-Man the opening he needed.
Spider-Man swung through a broken window, tumbling into the dusty interior of the warehouse. The Goblin crashed moments later, enraged and ready for a fight.
"This ends now!" Spider-Man shouted, launching himself at the Goblin. The two clashed, a whirlwind of fists, webs, and gadgets. The Goblin's laughter echoed off the walls, mingling with the sounds of their fierce battle. Spider-Man's agility and reflexes were put to the test as he dodged and countered each of the Goblin's brutal attacks.
"I'm getting real tired of your games, Goblin!" Spider-Man grunted, delivering a powerful kick that sent the Goblin sprawling. But the Goblin was far from defeated. He sprang back up, a twisted smile on his face as he activated a hidden blade in his glove.
"And I am getting real tired of that stupid face!" he sneered, slashing at Spider-Man with lethal intent.
Peter dodged, eyes wide at the gleaming blade. "What the hell with that blade?" he cursed, adrenaline spiking as the lethal edge barely missed him. The blade's closeness sent shivers down his spine, his spider-sense tingling fiercely.
"Stay focused, Pete," he muttered under his breath, twisting his body to avoid another swipe. The warehouse echoed with the clash of their struggle, every sound amplified in the vast, empty space. Peter's mind raced, formulating a plan. He needed to disarm the Goblin, and fast.
The Goblin lunged again, the blade slicing through the air. Peter ducked, rolling to the side and firing a web at the Goblin's wrist. The webbing stuck, but the Goblin merely laughed, using his enhanced strength to snap the web like a thread.
"You're gonna have to try harder than that!" the Goblin jeered, his eyes wild with manic glee.
Peter gritted his teeth. "Fine by me," he shot back, firing another web, this time aiming for the ceiling. He yanked himself upward, swinging above the Goblin's head. With a swift kick, he knocked the blade from the Goblin's grasp, sending it skittering across the floor.
The Goblin snarled in frustration, but Peter didn't give him a chance to recover. He landed a punch squarely on the Goblin's jaw, followed by a rapid series of blows to his midsection. Each hit was precise, fueled by Peter's determination to end this battle.
"You've terrorized this city long enough," Peter said through clenched teeth, dodging a retaliatory strike. He used his agility to stay one step ahead, keeping the Goblin off balance. But the Goblin was relentless, his fury driving him to new heights of savagery.
"You think you can stop me?" the Goblin spat, his eyes blazing with hatred. "I'll destroy everything you care about!"
Peter felt a surge of anger at the threat. "Not today," he growled, landing a powerful uppercut that sent the Goblin reeling. He followed up with a kick to the Goblin's chest, sending him crashing into a stack of crates.
The Goblin staggered to his feet, battered but not beaten. He reached into his belt, pulling out a small, spherical device. Peter's eyes widened in recognition. A bomb.
"Don't you dare!" Peter shouted, leaping towards the Goblin. He fired a web at the device, yanking it from the Goblin's hand and flinging it out a broken window just as it exploded. The blast rocked the warehouse, but Peter's quick reflexes had saved them both from the brunt of the explosion.
"You're insane!" Peter yelled, tackling the Goblin to the ground. The two of them rolled, grappling for control. Peter's fists were a blur as he fought to subdue the Goblin, his mind focused on one goal: ending this madness.
Green Goblin laughed madly, attacking with renewed vigor. "You think you can stop me, Spider-Man? You're just a bug waiting to be squashed!"
Peter tightened his grip, muscles straining as he fought off the Goblin's frenzied assault. The villain's manic energy seemed endless, each strike more vicious than the last. Peter dodged a wild punch, his reflexes sharp despite the exhaustion setting in. He rolled to the side, avoiding another deadly swipe from the Goblin's concealed blade.
"Give it up, Goblin. You're done!" Peter shot a web at the Goblin's feet, yanking hard and throwing him off balance. But the Goblin recovered quickly, his laughter echoing through the warehouse as he lunged again.
"You'll have to do better than that, wall-crawler!" the Goblin taunted, eyes gleaming with malice. "I'll raze this city to the ground, and there's nothing you can do to stop me!"
Peter's anger flared, the threat igniting a fierce determination within him. "I have something you'll never have!" he yelled, slamming his fist into the Goblin's face. The blow sent the Goblin staggering, but he quickly regained his footing, a snarl twisting his lips.
"What's that? A penchant for losing?" the Goblin spat, his voice dripping with sarcasm.
Peter's mind raced, his thoughts centering on Aunt May, MJ, and all the people he cared about. The image of their faces fueled his resolve. "No, Goblin. I've got people who believe in me. People who give me a reason to fight."
The Goblin sneered, wiping blood from his lip. "Sentimental fool. That makes you weak!"
"Maybe in your twisted world," Peter countered, launching himself at the Goblin. He grappled with the villain, their bodies colliding with a thud. "But it's what makes me stronger than you'll ever be."
Peter's fists moved with precision, each punch delivered with the weight of his convictions. He blocked the Goblin's strikes, the battle a blur of movement and raw power. Despite the chaos, Peter's focus remained unbroken, driven by the need to protect his city and loved ones.
Peter managed to wrap his web around the Green Goblin and yanked him hard. When he was close, Peter delivered a powerful punch right to the Goblin's face, sending him sprawling on the ground. But instead of anger or pain, the Green Goblin laughed boisterously.
"Why are you laughing?" Peter asked, his spider-sense tingling with a warning.
The Green Goblin sneered, "I have something you will never have."
"What? A penchant for madness?" Peter shot back, his voice dripping with sarcasm.
At that moment, the doors and windows of the warehouse exploded inward, and tens of thugs swarmed in, all armed to the teeth. Green Goblin laughed even harder, his voice echoing through the now crowded space. "Money, Spidey. Money!"
Peter felt the truth of the words hit home. "Ouch," he muttered, holding his heart theatrically, trying to mask his rising concern with humor. He scanned the room quickly, calculating his next move.
"Here I thought it would be another easy Monday," he sighed to himself quietly, watching the thugs encircle him. They brandished an assortment of weapons, from crowbars to guns, their faces set in grim determination. The Green Goblin's laughter continued to echo, a manic soundtrack to the unfolding chaos.
Peter leaped into action, firing webs left and right, disarming some of the goons and binding others to the walls and floor. His movements were a blur, each web shot precise and effective. A crowbar swung towards his head, but he ducked, delivering a swift kick to the attacker's stomach. Another thug raised a gun, but Peter's web wrapped around the weapon, yanking it out of his grip and sending it clattering across the floor.
"Seriously, do you guys ever take a day off?" Peter quipped, his voice light despite the dire situation. He somersaulted over a pair of thugs, landing behind them and quickly webbing their feet together. They crashed to the ground, struggling against the sticky bindings.
A gunshot rang out, the bullet whizzing past Peter's ear. He felt a sharp sting as another grazed his side. "Gotta be faster, Spider-Man," he muttered to himself, dodging a swing from a baseball bat and countering with a punch that sent the wielder sprawling.
The Green Goblin watched the chaos unfold, his grin widening as he saw his thugs free him from the webbing. He stood, adjusting his twisted mask and surveying the scene with a satisfied look. "You're outnumbered, little spidey," he taunted. "Give up now and I might let you live."
Peter ignored him, focusing on the immediate threats. He fired another web, snagging a thug's arm and pulling him off balance. The thug fell, taking two others down with him. But the numbers were overwhelming. For every one he took down, it seemed two more took their place.
"Okay, this is getting ridiculous," Peter muttered. He backed up towards the center of the warehouse, trying to keep all the attackers in his field of vision. His spider-sense tingled constantly, a relentless warning of the danger surrounding him.
Just when Peter thought he couldn't keep up with the onslaught, the sound of heavy boots echoed through the warehouse. The thugs turned, momentarily distracted by the new arrivals. A cloaked figure stepped into the dim light, followed closely by a young man wielding a sword that glowed with an intense flame. A third figure emerged from the shadows, a tall man with a commanding presence.
The cloaked figure, whom Peter recognized as Cat Burglar Nojiko, moved with a fluid grace, her eyes scanning the room. "Looks like you could use a hand, Spidey," she said, her voice carrying a note of confidence.
Peter couldn't help but feel a wave of relief. "You have no idea," he replied, webbing another thug to the floor.
Sokka, gripping his flame sword tightly, smirked. "Just point us to the bad guys." He didn't wait for a response, charging into the fray with a fiery determination. The sword's flames cut through the air, an intimidating sight that made several thugs hesitate.
Peter swung to avoid a crowbar and landed beside Hercule Lucifer, who had just entered the warehouse with a commanding presence. "Nice timing," Peter remarked, dodging a punch and countering with a quick jab.
Hercule grinned, his large frame imposing as he faced off against the approaching goons. "These vermin are not even worth me to raise a finger," he said, throwing a thug across the room with ease. His strength was legendary, and it showed in every powerful move.
Nami moved with a dancer's grace, evading attacks effortlessly. She disarmed a thug with a swift kick, sending his weapon skittering across the floor. "You owe me one, Spider-Man," she teased, a playful glint in her eye.
"Put it on my tab," Peter quipped back, flipping over a group of thugs and webbing them to the ground. He glanced at Sokka, who was wielding his flame sword with impressive skill, cutting a path through the crowd. "Where'd you get that thing, Sokka?"
Sokka flashed a grin, flames reflecting in his eyes. "Gift from a friend. Pretty cool, huh?"
"More like hot," Peter retorted, barely dodging a punch. "Thanks for bringing the heat."
Sokka grinned. "You should have seen my Meteor Sword. Unfortunately, it fell from a zeppelin during a battle."
Spider-Man froze mid-air, his mind racing. "What the hell have you been through? Do zeppelins still exist?"
Nami chuckled softly as she deftly disarmed another thug. Peter shook his head, disbelief mingling with admiration. "Man, I thought my life was weird."
Their banter was interrupted as a thug lunged at Peter with a knife. Peter swung around, delivering a swift kick to the thug's chest, sending him crashing into a pile of crates. "Watch your back!" Peter called out, firing a web to pull another thug off balance.
Sokka nodded, his flame sword cutting through the air with precision. "Same to you. These guys are relentless."
Meanwhile, Nami moved through the chaos with feline grace, disarming opponents with effortless efficiency. She ducked under a thug's punch, delivering a spinning kick that sent him sprawling. "You really know how to throw a party, Spider-Man," she teased, her voice light despite the intensity of the fight.
Peter couldn't help but grin. "Well, you know me. Always in the middle of something."
Hercule Lucifer was a force of nature, his imposing figure dominating the battlefield. He grabbed a thug by the collar and tossed him aside like a ragdoll. "You fight well, Spider-Man, almost as good as my half strength" he rumbled, his deep voice carrying over the noise of the skirmish.
"Thanks, I guess," Peter replied, ducking under a swinging crowbar. "But I still need to thank you guys."
As they continued to fend off the onslaught, the Green Goblin watched from the shadows, his grin widening. "You think you can stop me with a few friends, Spider-Man?" he taunted, his voice dripping with malice.
Peter's eyes narrowed. "It's not just a few friends, Goblin. It's a team. And that's the second thing you will never have."
With a snarl, the Green Goblin lunged forward, his enhanced strength propelling him towards Peter. But before he could reach him, Hercule intercepted, grabbing the Goblin and throwing him back with a mighty heave. "Stay down," Hercule growled.
The fight raged on, but the tide was turning in their favor. Spider-Man, Sokka, Nami, and Hercule fought with a synchronized precision that kept the thugs on their heels. Peter moved among them, his web-slinging and agility a blur of motion as he incapacitated opponents with practiced ease.
As the last thug fell, the Green Goblin found himself surrounded, his once confident grin faltering. "This isn't over, Spider-Man," he spat, his voice filled with venom. "I'll be back, and next time, you won't be so lucky."
Peter stepped forward, his eyes hard. "Luck has nothing to do with it, Goblin. It's about doing what's right."
With a final, desperate snarl, the Goblin activated his glider, shooting into the sky and disappearing into the night. The warehouse fell silent, the echoes of the battle fading away.
Peter turned to his allies, a weary smile on his face. "Thanks for the assist, everyone. Couldn't have done it without you."
"Anytime, Spidey. Just call when you need us." Nami smirked, brushing a strand of hair from her face. "Just don't make it a habit, okay?
Sokka sheathed his sword, the flames extinguishing. "Yeah, it's always fun to mix things up."
Peter chuckled, feeling the weight of the night's events lift slightly. "I'll do my best. Now, let's get out of here before the cops show up. I've had enough questions for one night."
Stepping into the cool night air, Peter took a deep breath, the scent of smoke and sweat still lingering. "So, Sokka," he said, glancing at his friend, "tell me more about this zeppelin adventure."
Sokka laughed, the sound a welcome relief after the intense battle. "Oh, it's a tale for the ages. But let's find a quieter spot first. Maybe with some food. I'm starving."
As they were walking, Nami glanced at Peter with a curious gleam in her eye. "Spidey, our boss wants to sponsor you. What do you think?"
Peter chuckled softly, still buzzing from the adrenaline of the battle. "Sponsor me? That sounds... intriguing. What's the catch?"
Nami laughed lightly. "No catch. Just a mutual benefit. You get resources, tech, and intel. We get a powerful ally."
Peter thought about it for a moment, considering the implications. Having access to more advanced technology and intelligence could definitely help him in his fight against crime. But he was wary of getting too entangled with any organization, especially one he didn't fully understand. "I'm flattered, really. But I usually fly solo. Can your boss handle that?"
Nami's smile widened. "Trust me, Spidey, our boss is very flexible. She knows talent when she sees it and respects autonomy. You'd still be your own boss, just with some extra support."
Peter looked conflicted. "But won't it feel like I'm just saving people for money? I don't like the sound of that."
Sokka shook his head. "It's not like that at all. Think of it as getting better gear, better food, and better sleep. You'll be able to save more people because you'll be at your best. It's like changing the tires on a car. It's not about the tires; it's about being safer and faster."
Hercule nodded. "You can't save people on an empty stomach and a worried mind."
Peter sulked a bit, remembering Green Goblin's jab about money. "Do I really look that poor?"
Nami chuckled, giving an exaggerated look over his clothes. "Just a little bit," she said, pinching her fingers together to show she meant it sarcastically.
Peter sighed, rubbing his head over his mask. "I just don't want to lose sight of why I do this. It's about helping people, not just getting better stuff."
Sokka placed a hand on Peter's shoulder. "We know that, and so does our boss. This isn't about turning you into a mercenary. It's about making sure you have what you need to keep doing what you do best."
Nami nodded in agreement. "Think about it, Spider-Man. You'll have access to resources that can help you take down threats like the Green Goblin more effectively. And you'll still be your own boss. No strings attached."
Peter thought it over, feeling the weight of the decision. "Alright, I'll consider it. But no promises."
Nami smiled. "That's all we ask."
As they walked through the dimly lit streets, Peter glanced at Sokka. "So, about that zeppelin adventure..."
Sokka laughed, the sound echoing down the alley. "Oh man, where do I even start?"
They found a small diner, its neon sign flickering in the darkness. The place was quiet, a stark contrast to the chaos they had just left behind. They slid into a booth, the soft hum of conversation around them a comforting background noise.
As they waited for their food, Sokka launched into his story. "So, there I was, battling this crazy Fire Bender on top of a zeppelin..."
Peter listened, captivated by the tale. Despite the exhaustion, he felt a sense of camaraderie with his new allies. They had his back tonight, and that meant more than any piece of tech or weapon. While the owner of the diner looked at the weird group eating. One had a spider mask, only his mouth revealed. Other's spoon was disappearing in her cloak, while one of them was like a giant. Only the man with a sword on his side was normal, if it could be normal.
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