It was the weekend, and Peter Parker, driving a roughly 70% new Chevrolet Camaro, happily drove out of the used car market, planning to pick up Gwen for a drive.
Peter drove slowly, not exceeding thirty kilometers per hour.
Although he had obtained his driver's license two years ago, he hadn't driven many times.
Peter thoroughly enjoyed the feeling of driving.
While driving wasn't much faster than his full-speed run, it was a symbol of status, proving that he had money!
To fully enjoy the pleasure of driving, Peter turned on the car radio and drove with one hand, just a lit cigar away from being a seasoned driver.
Lately, Peter had been living a very happy life, with both his love life and career developing exceptionally well.
First, his love life: after his persistent pursuit, Gwen had finally agreed to be his girlfriend, and it was already at the point where she was inviting him to meet her parents.
Second, his career: Peter had now become a registered superhero with the Guardians Alliance.
As long as he completed superhero missions, he could receive substantial cash rewards from Ron.
In just over a month, Peter had successfully earned nearly twenty thousand US dollars from Ron, which was a considerable sum of money.
For instance, the Camaro sports car he bought from the used car market cost a hefty four thousand US dollars.
If it weren't for the mission rewards from the Guardians Alliance, Peter would absolutely not be able to afford even a used sports car.
Of course, strictly speaking, being a superhero isn't called a career; he simply receives some compensation from Ron while upholding justice.
Sometimes Peter truly envied Ron.
Ron's ability to conjure things out of thin air was simply too buggy.
From his Spider-suit to the six or seven hundred automatic rifles Ron conjured when he defeated the Lizard a while ago, it all indicated that there seemed to be nothing Ron couldn't conjure, almost like an omnipotent God.
However, just then, a person suddenly appeared in front of his car, blocking his way—it was Ron, the very person he had just been thinking about!
Damn it, could Ron really be God, knowing what he was thinking and coming to teach him a lesson?
"Ron, weren't you supposed to be at Osborn Industries today for something?
I remember I asked you to come and choose a car with me, and you refused.
Why are you free to find me now?"
Peter asked, his expression tense, looking at Ron outside the car.
"That matter has been postponed," Ron explained, then patted the Camaro Peter bought and added, "And just now, while I was strolling around, I happened to see you, Peter, so I stopped you!"
"Uh... alright, Ron, meeting you is truly my misfortune.
Get in, I'll take you for a drive..."
Peter rolled his eyes.
He remembered Ron used to be very quiet, so why had Ron become so talkative now, and everything he said left him speechless?
This feeling was truly frustrating.
Ron saw Peter's depressed look and felt a little happier.
He opened the passenger door of the Camaro and got in.
"Where are we going for a drive?"
"Originally, I wanted to pick up Gwen, but..." Peter gave Ron a helpless look: "But Ron, don't try to fool me anymore.
Haven't I been fooled enough by you lately?
Just tell me directly, where do you want to go, and I'll drive you there."
Peter had completely lost trust in Ron now.
Previously, Ron had told him that his ability to conjure things out of thin air could only conjure everyday items, and that Miss Natasha was as formidable as him—Ron had been tricking him with all these things.
So, now, whenever Ron spoke, Peter would ponder his words several times, checking if there was another trap to ensnare him.
"You've gotten smarter, Peter," Ron said, feigning surprise, then pointed in a direction, "Let's go, Peter, let's go check out the Stark Industries building.
I heard that the super genius who disappeared for almost three months has returned from the Middle East.
This kind of global sensation, we have to go join the fun."
"I knew you wouldn't come to me for anything good," Peter sighed, started the car, and drove towards the Stark Industries building.
While New York has many famous tall buildings, the Stark Industries building is definitely one of the most renowned.
As a native New Yorker, Peter knew the location of the famous Stark Industries building.
Peter was actually very interested in Tony Stark's return as well.
According to the news, Tony Stark had safely returned to New York at noon, and America's most famous super genius was back.
However, after returning to New York, Tony Stark didn't go to the hospital but instead immediately called reporters to prepare for a press conference, and no one knew what he intended to do.
Even stranger, why was Ron so interested in Tony Stark?
Could it be?
Peter recalled Ron's words about surpassing the super genius Tony Stark when they were still studying at Midtown High School, and he found it a bit peculiar.
Ron wouldn't really challenge Tony Stark, would he?
You know, Tony Stark has created countless weapons and technological devices, and he has been famous for many years.
Ron only has some talent in physics and biology, but wanting to surpass Tony Stark is still an impossible feat.
However, fearing Ron's 'tyranny,' Peter dared not voice these thoughts.
The car drove on and arrived at the Stark Industries building.
At this time, many people had already gathered outside the Stark Industries building.
Most of them were reporters, some military representatives, and a few onlookers.
Upon arriving at Stark Industries, Peter parked the car in the nearby parking lot, then entered the Stark Industries lobby with Ron.
Of course, this press conference required an invitation, but with the powerful Ron present, that was not an issue.
Ron directly conjured two ID badges, easily tricking the security guards at the entrance and gaining entry.
Just like that, two people dressed in casual clothes, looking very out of place at this formal press conference, entered the spacious lobby of Stark Industries.
As soon as they entered the lobby, Ron pulled Peter to some guest chairs in a corner and sat down, not intending to get close to the podium.
Because with Ron and Peter's excellent eyesight, seeing people far away was very simple.
The main reason was that Ron didn't want to end up sitting on the floor with Tony Stark later; he was a 'germaphobe'!
After a while, a person with injuries but still possessing immense charm walked in from outside, escorted by a bald man and a beautiful woman.