After meeting with Fury, he provided Ace with a burner phone to communicate. Ace accepted the phone and had Ark check it for tracking devices, which they found unsurprising. Ark then turned off the tracking function. Before departing, Ace left a Candroid to follow and track Fury. Although Ark controlled these devices, he believed more was needed. Consequently, he hacked into the surrounding area's devices to covertly track Fury, who remained unaware of their surveillance.
"Are you sure about this, Fury?" Natasha asked. Ace had already left, and only she and Fury were left inside the secret base.
"Yes, I'm sure. Although it is a shame only to take one Helicarrier, his fears are also warranted. You also profit from this deal. You will be getting your own suit."
"I still find it surprising for him just to give me one."
"No matter the reason for his generosity. It is still an opportunity we need to take. Hydra has its hands on many positions in the globe. We need every advantage we can get." said Fury
"So, what do we do now?"
"As I said, we are going to gather resources. SHIELD needs to be rebuilt. We are going to need resources, bases, and a workforce. All without alerting Hydra."
"That is going to take a considerable amount of time, and we both still have to do our jobs at SHIELD, or else it will set off alarms." replied Natasha
Both are still SHIELD personnel and high-ranking officers. If they suddenly disappear without notice, Hydra might catch on to them.
"You let me handle that. I still have a few strings to pull to get Hydra off our asses for a little bit." said Fury
"How about asking the Rider for help? He is already a part of this, and who knows what other things he might be able to help us with. We don't exactly know if he is only good at fighting."
Fury thought about Natasha's suggestion. She points out that they do not know the Rider's full capabilities, but Fury is still reluctant to trust Ace. He never has complete 100% trust in anyone, but since these are desperate times. He gave it significant consideration.
"I'll put that into consideration. I'll do it my way for now."
Natasha shrugs and leaves. She still has other missions to do, leaving Fury to contemplate by himself.
…
Oscorp
Peter and Dr. Connors are in their lab. The lights are dim, and only their part of the lab has lights on. It is late, and the rest of the scientists have already gone home except for them. They have been working for months on Connors' lizard serum. Many attempts have been made, but unfortunately, their attempts have failed. This, however, did not discourage them, and both continued to work on the serum.
A holographic screen was shown in front of Peter and Connors. The screen showed an experimental mouse, and Peter and Connors were running simulations on said mice using different formulas. The simulations kept showing results of the mice dying, and they had to make multiple attempts to find the right formula, but they couldn't find the right one yet.
"*sigh* I'm beginning to think we will never complete this, Peter." said Connors, tired after a long day.
"Don't give up, Doc. We are close. I can feel it. When we finish this, a lot of people can be saved, remember?"
"I admire your youthful vigor, Peter. I guess I'm just getting tired with age."
Connors has been very grateful to Peter ever since he joined. The research has progressed, and the serum has been making progress after months of no progress. With Peter's help, the serum is close to completion, and they are running trials on animals.
"How about we do one more trial, and we rest for the day." said Peter
"Yeah, you're right. One more, and we will continue tomorrow."
Peter simulated the following formula to test. The computer loaded up the simulation, but it unusually did not fail immediately like previous tests. The two held their breaths as they began to hope they might succeed.
"Formula accepted. Regrowth complete."
When they both heard of the test's success from the computer, they felt immense relief and celebrated.
"Dr. Connors, we did it! The serum works!"
"Yes, Peter. We did it. Now, we just need to test it on some mice, and if it is successful, we will move to human trials. But it is getting late, Peter. You still have school tomorrow."
"Right, see you tomorrow, Dr. Connors! Can't wait to see the results."
Connors watched Peter leave, looking at the successful formula and his remaining arm.
"Almost there, and I will be whole again."
…
Peter went to class the next day excited. He kept smiling the whole time and couldn't stay in his seat. He was waiting for the school to end to meet with Dr. Connors. His friends noticed this as well and asked him.
"Hey Peter, what has gotten you all so excited?" asked MJ
"Dr. Connors and I had a breakthrough! We might have finally found a working formula for our serum. We are going to change the world." said Peter passionately
"Congratulations, Peter, you are one step closer to your dream, huh." said Ned
"Are you sure you can say this out loud? Is this not supposed to be a super secret thing?" said Gwen
"Oh, right. Just please keep quiet about it. We are about to test on live animals. If things go well, we can start our test on other people soon," replied Peter, a bit embarrassed that he had forgotten to keep things a secret.
When Ace heard that the lizard serum was nearly complete, he thought the lizard might soon be born. He needed to warn Peter of its dangers, so he pulled Peter to the side, which confused him.
"Peter, you and Dr. Connors are about to test the serum, right?"
"Yeah? What is the problem, Ace? It is a great result. Why are you whispering?"
"Shush Peter, look, I know you are excited, but make sure to test the serum carefully, and don't ever test it on humans."
"Where did this paranoia come from?" replied Peter, even more confused
"Let us just call it a gut feeling. Anyway, just don't use the serum on a person, alright? You may be optimistic, or should I say Dr. Connors might be too eager to use the serum on himself to get his arm back. The serum might work on your test but could also mutate the user's genes. We still don't know why you and Gwen are a miracle. So, again, whatever you do, don't use the serum on a person. Make sure also to warn Dr. Connors."
Peter now realized the danger of the serum. The test showed that the regeneration was successful, but he and Dr. Connors haven't tested to see if there are other side effects or mutations. He heeded Ace's advice and hoped to tell Dr. Connors as soon as possible.
"Thanks for the warning, Ace."
"Don't mention it. Just looking out for my friend."
…
After school, Peter immediately went to Oscorp to check on the serum he and Dr. Connors had developed. When he arrived at the lab, he saw Dr. Connors holding a sample of the lizard serum.
"Ah, Peter, you have arrived. I created a sample of the serum while you were away. Come, I'm about to inject a mouse for testing."
"Ah! Dr. Connors, let us not be hasty now." said Peter, a bit panicked. He remembered Ace's warning and wanted to double-check the serum.
"What is wrong, Peter?" Connors was confused by his actions.
"Oh, I just wanted to check on the serum. When I went home, I had some time to think, and I thought that the serum might have side effects and would mutate."
"That… is quite valid. We did not test if there would be any side effects."
"Right! So I thought we should take precautions before we do any testing."
"I suppose we should have safety measures before we start testing."
Hours later, they constructed a more robust cage for the mouse intended for testing. Connors then injected the serum into the mouse, and astonishingly, the mouse's leg began to regrow visibly before their very eyes. Peter and Connors are sure their serum is a success.
"Now we just need to observe if there are any side effects afterward," said Connors
As Connors and Peter discussed the issue, a man clad in a sharp suit strode into the lab. Emanating an aura of commanding authority, he stood upright with fiery red hair and piercing, sharp eyes. He was Norman Osborn, the founder of Oscorp.
Connors noticed him and hurriedly greeted him.
"Mr. Osborn, glad of you to come here."
"I'm just visiting Connors. Who is this young man?"
"This is my intern, Peter Parker. He has helped me develop my serum, and we are nearly finished with it."
"Peter Parker? Ah, you must be the friend Harry mentioned as his tutor."
"It is nice to meet you, Mr. Osborn. Yeah, I tutored Harry a lot when we were in middle school. How has he been? I have not heard from him since I started high school."
"You don't have to worry about him, Peter. He is studying overseas and is doing quite well. Connors, I would like to speak to you alone."
"Of course, Peter, continue to observe our little friend, would you."
"I will, Dr. Connors."
Connors and Norman talked inside Connors's soundproof office so they would not be disturbed.
"What is it you want to talk about, Norman?" asked Connors
"How much progress have you made with your serum?" Norman said coldly
"We are currently testing on animals, and after a few months, we could test it on people."
"Not fast enough."
"Excuse me?"
"I want you to begin human trials for your serum."
Connors was alarmed by Norman's sudden request. "But Norman, we don't know what the serum could do. There could be side effects and —"
"That doesn't matter, Connors. You have been working on your project for years without much success. The board of directors needs a new product to be released. Having human trials will expedite your regrowth serum."
"But—"
"No buts, Connors. It doesn't have to be you who finished your project. Begin human trials, or I'll have you fired from this company."
Norman leaves the office, leaving Connors dejected. Connors leaves his office pondering what he should do next.
"Dr. Connors, are you okay? I just saw Mr. Osborn leave."
"It is nothing, Peter. It is getting late. Why don't you head home? I'll take care of the rest."
"Are you sure? You don't look so good. I can stay and help if you want."
"No, I can handle myself. Just go home, Peter…"
"Okay… see you tomorrow, Dr. Connors."
As Peter left, Connors slumped down on a chair, feeling dejected. He didn't know what to do after Norman's request. After years of hard work, he was about to lose his research.
"What should I do…"
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Dr. Connors works diligently in his lab late at night, striving to finish his serum despite the time constraints. Although Norman is eager for him to move forward with human trials, Dr. Connors is hesitant due to moral concerns.
"Norman… Why are you rushing so much? If you give me time, we don't have to resort to these dangerous human trials…"
Connors meticulously reviewed the serum's formula in search of potential issues, conducting thorough checks multiple times without detecting any problems. Only through the use of test subjects would he be able to uncover any anomalies, and mice were too time-consuming. He then turned his attention to another sample of the lizard serum.
The serum glowed ominously green in the dimly lit room, seemingly beckoning Connors to utilize it. Despite taking a few moments to ponder alternative solutions, he was at an impasse with no apparent way out. Faced with the looming prospect of losing his job and his culmination of years of research, Dr. Connors steeled his resolve. Determined that the responsibility of testing the serum rests solely on his shoulders, he refused to let others bear the burden or risk of his work. Confident that his serum would work, he prepared to administer the serum to himself.
"I'm sorry, Peter, but I have to do this. Let's hope it works."
Following the injection of the lizard serum, Dr. Connors set the container on the table. Initially, he detected no immediate changes within his body, but a surge of heat enveloped him within moments. His muscles began to spasm uncontrollably, necessitating him to take a seat. As his breaths quickened, he was plagued by unfamiliar bodily aches unlike any he had ever endured before.
"AAGGHH!"
Dr. Connors's agonizing screams reverberated through the room as the intensity of the pain escalated. Suddenly, a peculiar itching sensation emerged from the stump of his right arm. Gradually, scales began to sprout from the stump of his right hand, rapidly expanding. Overwhelmed by the excruciating torment, Connors found himself unable to endure any longer, causing his vision to blur and ultimately succumbing to unconsciousness.
Two hours later, Connors regained consciousness, finding his body drenched in sweat as if he had just completed a marathon. The wetness saturated his clothes, leaving him with a sensation of physical exertion and fatigue.
"What happened? Did I pass out?"
Dr. Connors meticulously examined his body's condition, eventually directing his attention to his right arm. To his astonishment, his arm was encased in a cocoon-like skin. Gently peeling away the covering, he unveiled his right arm, now miraculously restored to its entirety. Despite a slight swelling, Dr. Connors was overwhelmed with joy at realizing he was once again whole.
"Hahaha, it worked! The serum worked!"
After conducting various tests to assess the functionality of his arm, Dr. Connors confirmed that it was fully operational. With positive results in hand, he promptly contacted Norman to share the incredible news.
"Hello, Norman, are you there?"
"I'm sorry, who is this?" Norman's secretary
"Dr. Curt Connors. I need to speak with Norman."
"I'm sorry, Dr. Connors. He was heading to a hospital a while ago. If you can leave a message, I'd like to let him know when he is available."
"No, I need to speak with him immediately. You said he is heading to a hospital; which one?"
"He is heading to New York Hospital."
"Thank you"
As Dr. Connors hastily departed Oscorp to track down Norman, chaos ensued in the lab. The mouse previously injected with the lizard serum began emitting distressing screeches, undergoing a startling transformation. The creature grew in size, skin covered in green scales, teeth sharpened, and tail elongated. Eyes resembling reptilian slits, sharper nails, and increased aggression manifested in the mouse, causing it to assault the cage violently. Thankfully, with the cage previously reinforced by Peter and Connors, the creature was contained and prevented from escaping.
*Cry!*
Dr. Connors called a taxi and got it.
"Where are you going, sir?" asked the driver
"New… York… Hospital."
Dr. Connors, experiencing intense pain, clutched his head as he sensed his body temperature rising and his consciousness waning. His rapid breathing and distressed demeanor led the driver to mistakenly perceive him as being under the influence of drugs.
"Sir? Are you okay?" asked the driver
"Yeah, I'm okay."
The escalating pain intensified as Connors observed his right arm sprouting green scales and his nails sharpening. Soon, he noticed emerald scales emerging on his skin, further fueling his torment.
"Dude, are you really okay?"
"Just drive…" said Connors; with a deeper tone, and his eyes transformed into yellow slits; Connors' appearance took on a striking resemblance to a reptile. Startled by his transformation, the driver hastily drove off toward New York Hospital, overcome with fear.
…
Peter is currently swinging across New York, feeling concerned about Dr. Connors following Norman Osborn's visit. He observed Dr. Connors appearing visibly troubled, as though he had aged significantly quickly. Feeling powerless to help, Peter decided to distract himself by watching the city while assuming his alter ego as Spider-Man.
Up to this point, only minor crimes, such as robberies, hold-ups, and instances of thuggery targeting innocent civilians, have occurred in the city. To stay informed about any ongoing criminal activities, Peter kept a close ear on the police radio channel, ready to act immediately.
"I guess this is a slow day. I wonder how Gwen is doing."
*All units, we have a monster attacking in our location. Requesting backup.* Peter picked this up from the police channel and was alarmed
"A monster? Could it be Vermin? That doesn't sound good. Got to call Gwen."
Peter calls Gwen, and she picks up.
"Hey Peter, what's up?"
"Gwen, there is a monster attacking in the city. I think it's Vermin. I am heading there right now."
"Send me the location." Gwen said seriously that she did not want to miss this chance to capture Vermin.
"Alright, I'm sending you the location now."
…
While riding in his luxurious limousine en route to New York Hospital, Norman gazed out of the window, deep in thought and reflecting on various matters.
*Cough, cough*
The sudden, violent coughing fit from Norman alarmed his driver.
"Are you alright, sir?"
"...No, I'm alright. I just need to take my medicine."
Norman opened a pill bottle and ingested his medication. Within moments, he began to experience relief as his condition eased.
As the limousine proceeded towards the hospital, it unexpectedly encountered a traffic jam with numerous halted cars. Norman was perplexed by the sight of people frantically fleeing the scene. Concerned about the unusual situation, the driver decided to investigate further.
"I will check the situation, sir."
As the driver stepped out to inquire about the situation, leaving Norman alone in the car, Norman waited patiently. However, he caught sight of a green tail waving in the distance, sending a wave of alarm through him.
"What is that?" he said curiously.
A car crashed beside him, followed by a distant roar, plunging Norman into a sense of imminent danger. Reacting swiftly, he exited the vehicle, only to face a colossal humanoid lizard in the distance.
The creature stood at a towering height of 6.8 feet, covered in green scales with tattered remnants of clothes. Its menacing facade featured razor-sharp rows of teeth, piercing yellow eyes, and claws on its hands and feet capable of effortlessly slicing through metal.
It stared at Norman, who was full of hate in his eyes.
"Norman…" The Lizard said with a growl. He jumped and reached his claws out to Norman. Norman tried to shield himself with his arms. A futile resistance but the Lizard was stopped when a web hit his hands.
"Hey, Lizardman, eating people is not good!"
Peter arrived just in time to save Norman. He pulled Lizard's hand away from Norman and shot more webs to immobilize him.
"You better run away now, sir. This guy must have missed his lunch." said Peter to Norman
Norman ran away, leaving Spider-Man and Lizard to face off.
"Don't get in my way! ROAR"
The Lizard pulls Peter using his webs and slams his tail on him.
"Ugh!"
Peter gets flung away and crashes into a nearby car. The Lizard forcefully tears through the webs and launches an attack on Peter. Sensing imminent danger, Peter swiftly backflips out of harm's way, causing the Lizard's fist to be forcefully embedded into the car.
"Okay, you are a lot tougher than I thought."
"ROAR"
Peter rapidly web zips toward the Lizard, engaging in a flurry of punches and kicks aimed at the creature's face. As the Lizard brandishes its claws, Peter adeptly dodges the imminent attack. Quickly, Peter leaps over the Lizard, quickly webs its back, and hurls it towards a nearby wall. Seizing the opportunity, Peter entangles the Lizard in a web, pinning it firmly against the wall.
Peter gets close and inspects Lizard. "Okay, Lizzy, are you ready to behave and put in a nice cell? I'm sure they can give you a nice and cozy one."
"ROAR"
"Okay, maybe not."
The Lizard fiercely bites through the webs and strikes Peter with his tail, sending him crashing to the ground. Before the Lizard can advance further, it is abruptly kicked away by Gwen, who has just arrived on the scene.
"What took you so long?" said Peter
"Hey, I have a lot more to take care of than you." replied Gwen
The Lizard gets back up and roars to the two spiders.
"First, we have a giant rat, now a giant Lizard. What's next, a giant rhino?" said Gwen sarcastically.
The Lizard leaps towards Peter and Gwen, and the duo collectively evades its attack. They shoot webs at the Lizard, but the creature adapts and dodges their web. The Lizard bites Gwen's leg in a sudden strike, but her armor prevents its teeth from breaking through. With force, the Lizard hurls Gwen towards a car, causing a collision.
While attempting a sneak attack, Peter's movement is detected by the Lizard, which retaliates by slamming its tail on Peter, propelling him towards Gwen. As they collide, the impact is powerful enough to overturn the car on top of them, leaving both Peter and Gwen in a dazed state.
Intent on ending their lives, the Lizard suddenly notices his right hand beginning to molt—a sign that the serum's effects are diminishing. Realizing the imminent reversal of his transformation, the Lizard reluctantly retreats to the sewers, leaving Peter and Gwen behind.
Peter and Gwen recovered, but they could not find the Lizard. They both felt terrible for letting him get away.
"Great, we lost the giant Lizard. How embarrassing." said Gwen
"Should we tell the Rider?" said Peter
"We probably should. Now we have a giant rat and a giant Lizard loose in the city. Things are just getting better." said Gwen sarcastically
They both left the area and hoped to find the Lizard, but their search proved futile.
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