A Kid from Queens Part 20
Pairing: Peter Parker x Stark!Reader
Info: CA: Civil War Era. Tony Stark enlists his daughter to find the web slinging spider in Queens.
Word count: 2.6k
Warnings: Language
A/N: For my sweet, sweet anon- Happy Birthday my love! This is for you, as you wish.
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With the gala a little more than a week away, you began to make your preparations. You’d already gotten your dress and had it fitted with your tailor. That left Peter. It wouldn’t be a stretch for you to assume that he’d never been to a gala before. Meaning most likely, he also didn’t have a suit. Or one that wasn’t a hand-me-down.
Of course, you’d already picked out the perfect Tom Ford black suit for him. You were the one that invited him and wanted him to come, the least you could do is get him a nice suit that he can wear for years to come. For that to happen, it would have to be tailored to perfection, and luckily you knew just the place.
Yes, you already had all of his measurements from his Spider-Man suit so you could just give them that, but where’s the fun in that? Everyone deserves a private audience with the best tailor in New York at least once in their life. The thrill of almost being impaled with tiny pins is completely worth the reward of having something made so perfectly for you. To have an item that no other person owns, and only fits you. Your body gets to be the canvas that the garment is painted on.
You’d already made the appointment when you texted Peter.
Are you free after school today?
Nearly an hour later, in what you suspected was a passing period, you got a reply.
Yeah, why?
You smirked as you typed your response, you wanted this to be a surprise.
You’ll see ;)
Peter shook his head with a smile at your cryptic message, if he knew one thing, it was to always expect the unexpected from a Stark.
As the final bell rang, he leisurely made his way from his locker out to the entrance of the school. He walked absentmindedly, hands in his pockets before he looked up and his eyes grew wide.
On the street in front of the school, you were leaning against your convertible. Sunglasses on, arms crossed as Flash stood before you. Your body language was a clear indication that you weren’t amused with Flash’s feeble attempts to flirt with you.
As you looked up and your eyes met with Peter's, a smile spread across your face as you wiggled your fingers in a wave. Flash whipped around to see what, or rather who, had drawn your attention.
“Penis Parker, your ride’s here.” Flash teased as Peter approached the car. You slowly lifted your sunglasses to the top of your head.
“You know Flash,” You took a long breath, drawing out your words, “For a straight guy, you really love to talk about Peter’s dick.”
Laughter erupted around you from the small crowd of Flash’s cronies that had gathered to watch him shoot his shot with a Stark. You lowered your sunglasses as you held your smirk, Flash’s face turned beet red and he stormed off with a huff.
“I think that was the greatest thing I’ve ever witnessed.” Peter beamed, a giddy smile on his face. You walked around the hood of the car and hopped back into the driver seat.
“I was just stating a fact,” You chuckled, “Hop in.”
Peter did as instructed, closing the door behind him. You kicked the car into drive and sped off.
“Did Flash ask why you were here?” Peter asked curiously, and you nodded in response.
“I told him Tony Stark needs Peter’s help on a project for his internship and asked me to pick him up right away,” You smirked, “That shut him up.”
Peter chuckled, imagining the look on Flash’s face when he realized that Peter wasn’t making any of this Stark Internship stuff up, and that Tony Stark actually knew who he was.
“So where are we really headed? Your text was very mysterious.” He smiled, you turned to face him once you’d reached the stop light.
You lifted your glasses and smiled at him, your eyes meeting. You couldn’t believe the two of you were here like this. A month ago you weren’t even speaking, and as much as that broke your heart it was worth it. The hiding and sneaking around was worth it to be here now with him, driving around New York with the top down, not caring who saw you.
You reached to take his hand, giving it a squeeze. Peter leaned closer to you and you met him halfway, your lips meeting for a moment in a chaste kiss.
A honk from the car behind you forced you apart as the light turned green.
“Let’s get a move on!” The driver yelled.
“We’re having a moment here!” You yelled back, earning a middle finger in response as you took your foot off the break.
“I love this fucking city,” You laughed, and Peter joined in.
“Are you gonna answer my question or am I supposed to guess?” Peter smirked, his hand still in yours.
“Queens.” You answer, glancing at Peter and seeing him raise a brow, “We’re going to a gala, and you need a suit. We’re going to my tailor.”
“So does that mean I get to see your dress?” He wiggles his brows, causing you to laugh.
“No, it’s a surprise.” You shook your head, using the heel of your hand to turn the steering wheel, taking you onto the Queensboro bridge. The first place you’d met Peter. If your father hadn’t enlisted you to find the webslinger, you would have never met him. Or maybe you would have. Maybe you were destined to meet and no matter what path you followed it would always lead to him.
“Where is this gala again?” Peter asked after a moment, he had been glancing out the car at the bridge. You wondered if he was also thinking about your chance encounter.
“Inside Belvedere Castle in Central Park.” You answer, it had recently reopened but you’ve never been to an event inside. It normally housed exhibits or small private parties. You’d be lying if you said you weren’t excited, and a little nervous. You didn’t want anything to go wrong, you needed a good night, especially considering what had happened last time. You knew you’d be safe with Peter by your side, but you just wanted one smooth night with no heroes required.
“Cool,” Peter nodded, having never been there himself. How he got wrapped up in a life of billionaires and crime fighting, he’d never know.
“So I figured we could get some food after the fitting? And maybe bring May some, because we need to do some schmoozing.” You said, causing Peter to raise a brow.
“Why?” He asked, curiously.
“Soo... they always book rooms in a hotel near the venue for after the gala. They collect the most donations at the bar of the afterparty and this year they picked The Plaza. They gave me a room, so I thought we could stay there, order room service, kinda have a mini vacation.” You explained, hoping this wouldn’t be too much. A gala is one thing, but spending the night in a big fancy hotel is another.
“That sounds amazing!” Peter beamed.
“But,” You said, drawing out the word, “I don’t want May to kill me, so we kinda need her blessing.”
“Yeah that’s a good idea. I don't think she’ll mind.” He said casually.
“I’m prepared with more shoes if she says no,” You laughed, but you weren’t kidding.
“I’m sure that won’t be necessary.” Peter chuckled, shaking his head.
“I don’t know... If my son asked to spend a night in a fancy hotel with his girlfriend I’d be a little hesitant.” You shrugged.
That was the first time Peter had heard you refer to yourself as his girlfriend, and that was the first time you’d said it outloud. You liked the way it sounded, you could get used to that.
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After a fitting full of laughter and you shamelessly checking out Peter’s ass, the two of you were sitting at the kitchen table eating dinner and chatting.
“Hey guys,” May says as she walks in the door, “Oo that smells good.”
“We got you some.” You smile, pointing back to the box on the counter.
“Aw, you guys.” She smiled as she made her way to the kitchen, ruffling Peter’s hair on the way.
“How was work?” Peter asked Aunt May while he tried to flatten his hair.
“Good, good. What are you kids up to?” She asked, taking a bite.
“We were just talking about that charity gala I told you about.” Peter said.
“Oh right, the childhood cancer one.” She nodded, chewing.
“Yeah, so Y/N was just telling me that they gave us a room in the Plaza for that night, but we wanted to make sure that was ok with you first.” He said, and this was the moment of truth.
“I don’t know Peter, let me think about it.” May said, just as you’d suspected.
Peter looked at you, worry evident in his eyes, he wasn’t expecting her to say that. You shook your head in a “don’t worry, I got this, follow my lead” kinda way.
You picked up your phone, and stared at it for a moment, forming your plan.
“Oh shoot,” You muttered, pretending to read and scroll through something on your phone.
“What is it?” Peter asked, looking over your shoulder, seeing the screen was black as you continued to tap on it.
“I forgot I had booked a salon and spa appointment for tomorrow but I have a meeting with the Robotics Board upstate,” You explained, turning and speaking directly to Peter.
“Can you get it moved?” He asked, playing along.
“No, it’s nonrefundable,” You shook your head, and went back to swiping on the blank screen before pretending like a brilliant idea just popped in your head, “Aunt May, why don’t you go?”
“Me?” She asked, surprised.
“I mean, it will just go to waste otherwise and I can’t make it. We’re starting trials on new nano-tech prototypes so it’s probably going to take all day.” You explained. If this whole engineering and CEO thing didn’t work out, you might have to go into acting, because you were killing this.
“Well... I guess if it’s gonna go to waste. I haven’t been to the spa in forever.” May smiled. Hook, line, sinker.
“Perfect, problem solved!” You smiled, and quickly changed the subject back to Peter’s day at school to not seem too suspicious.
Now we wait.
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The three of you talked for hours, about life, about school, about work. It felt good, normal even. Like this was something you could get used to. Peter and his Aunt accepted you so quickly into their world and their lives. You felt like you’ve been doing this for years, like you’ve known each other for years. They didn’t treat you like the daughter of a billionaire, they just treated you like Y/N.
Before you knew it, it was late and about time for you to head home. When you were with Peter time seemed to fly by. You were gathering your things when May spoke up.
“When’s this gala again?” She asked Peter, and you knew your plan was coming to fruition.
“Friday.” He answered.
“The Plaza you said?” She asked, and the two of you nodded in response.
She sighed, knowing you’d both be safe there and it was close to the venue.
“Ok.” She nodded and both of your faces lit up. It worked!
“But no alcohol.” She pointed at both of you with a stern face.
“No alcohol.” You and Peter repeated in unison, nodding along. That wouldn’t be a problem, you’d learned your lesson from last time you were drunk around Peter.
“No drugs.” She maintained her protective stare.
“No drugs.” You both nodded.
So far the bar was pretty low. If it were your father he’d be saying ‘No hacking government agencies, no lazers, and don’t do anything I would do’ which really took a lot off the list.
“And use protection.” May said finally, your eyes going wide. Peter dropped his head into his hands.
“May....” He groaned in embarrassment. You hoped your cheeks weren’t betraying you and turning a bright red. You never expected that to come out of May’s mouth.
“I’m just saying. You’re both adults, I just want you to be careful.” She answered, and you smiled and nodded awkwardly.
“I’ll um, I’ll walk you out.” Peter pointed to the door, and you followed him.
Peter was silent on the trip from the apartment to the elevator.
“Told you we’d need the spa day,” You smirked, trying to cheer him up. He still looked mortified by May’s comment.
“You know, my father would have said something much worse, so you shouldn’t be embarrassed.” You tried, comfortingly grabbing onto his arm.
“I know, I just... I don’t want you to think that’s the only reason I want to go. Especially after what Thomas said-” Peter began to ramble, but you cut him off.
“Hey, hey. I know you Peter. I know you’re not like that. I don’t want you to worry about that. We’re in no rush. It’ll happen when the time is right.” You said, still surprised that clearly what Thomas had said was weighing on him so heavily. You knew he’d said it just to get under Peter’s skin, but you couldn’t let him win.
“Ok.” He nodded, seeming to be convinced by your words as the two of you stepped off the elevator onto the first floor.
“Now we can have a relaxing night out where you don’t have to lie about where you’re going.” You smiled, trying to lighten the mood as you were approaching the door.
“Yeah you’re right, I’m sorry.” Peter shook his head for even bringing up Thomas. You grabbed his arm once more, stopping him from opening the door. He turned back to you, and furrowed his brows slighting in anticipation.
“There’s no need to apologize for caring, Peter. It’s sweet.” You assured him, and he smiled. He bent down to kiss you before leading you out to your car.
“Text me when you get home safe.” Peter instructed as he opened your car door for you, a true gentleman.
“I will, I’ll see you Friday. I actually do have a meeting for the Robotics Board tomorrow. Now I have to go book May a salon and spa appointment. Maybe I’ll throw in a manicure for good measure.” You rambled as you got into the car and started the engine, lowering the window as Peter closed the door.
“You’re gonna spoil her.” He teased, leaning into the open window.
“Who else am I going to spoil? Unless you want some Jimmy Choos and a mani pedi?” You teased back, making Peter chuckle.
“Drive safe.” He kissed you once more before backing up back onto the sidewalk.
“Bye.” You smiled with a wink before pulling out onto the street.
Once you had returned home and gotten into your pjs you raised your phone to take a selfie. Snapping the picture, you sent it to Peter to let him know you’d made it home safe.
Proof of life ;)
Almost immediately you saw the three flashing dots appear as Peter typed his reply.
Cute pjs, goodnight, don’t let the spiders bite.
You chuckled, shaking your head at your phone screen.
I don’t think that’s how the saying goes lol, stay safe on patrols tonight x
Pulling your blanket over yourself as you settled into bed, you heard your phone ding.
I always am ;)
You shook your head, that boy was going to be the death of you.
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