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[mysterioisthetruth]

[With the monstrous goings on in De Chima, it was a perfect opportunity to do a test. Yet it seems that something has gotten out of hand... Mysterio appears, looking concerned and in disarray. There's some minor injuries on his face, fresh with blood. Behind him in the background is a street near the park. Some shopfronts look damaged.]

I need help, urgently. Anyone who can come and--

[His words are interrupted by a horrible screech and a small gargoyle-like brown flying creature dive bombs at a building, smashing a wall then it launches toward Mysterio. He's turned to look and he throws a green energy bolt at the creature. It disintegrates but other screeches can be heard. He turns quickly again to the camera.]

Somebody come. Now!

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[made_up_names]

[ Yeah okay he's gotta follow then. Helping pick up! But. ]

It's not crazy to be kind of suspicious! I'm not crazy! And it's normal to think that moving in with - with you is kind of weird!

[mysterioisthetruth]

[He's methodically moving pieces too damaged to one side, putting them into a pile of rubble.]

I never said you were crazy and I understand why you're suspicious but I have nothing to gain here. These few people may think I'm a hero for defeating those creatures but from what I hear there's much worse going on around the city, and if I wanted to use my tech you're well aware of the scale I can produce. This doesn't gain me many hero points at all.

[He makes it sound like a plausible argument, even as he still is fixated on the point of being a hero. Or being seen as a hero.]

As for moving in, that wasn't my idea. But it makes sense that, as your legal guardian, we should be under the same roof. I can't watch over you states away.

[made_up_names]

[ He hates the way Beck makes all of this sound so reasonable and smooth in person. Because he knows that the instant he talks to anyone about this he's not going to be able to defend himself? He just looks stupid for even considering any of this. But no one else really understands why this guy gets to him, why he got to Peter in the first place. It's a combo of sincerity, manipulation, and just plain reminding him of Tony Stark. ]

I - okay, yeah, it's kind of weird for you. I can't figure out why you'd do it.

And I don't need to be watched over.

[ Okay Mr. "I got hit by two cars last week", that part might actually not be true. He could use a steadier presence in his life, just. Maybe not Beck! ]

[mysterioisthetruth]

You know that. I know that.

Well, no, in some ways I admit you're mature enough to handle yourself but in others maybe you need some guidance. You want me to ignore you instead?

[Something suddenly tenses like a coiled spring in his posture and tone as he goes on.]

You want me to be like my old man? Is that what you want?

[made_up_names]

[ Sorry, Marco, this might be painful to watch. It's so hard for Peter not to respond to that kind of prompt. ]

Of course I don't want that. He was an asshole.

[mysterioisthetruth]

Then please, just...

[Beck closes his eyes for a moment, puts a hand out as if to keep himself steady and takes a deep breath. His voice quietens and he tries to banish the tension he's feeling, thinking about his past. It's lucky he's unaware of Marco's presence or he'd completely clam up about this. Peter's the only one he's mentioned his family to and he had preferred to keep it that way. David had picked up on some other things recently - his special effects projects as a kid - but that wasn't the same as feelings and memories.]

Please just let me do this. Let me do something for you.

[Despite the giving sentiment, it really was more about himself than about Peter. About how he felt in regards to helping, not how much somebody wanted or needed the help.]

[made_up_names]

[ It sure is about Beck and not Peter's wants or needs at all, is it? He's repeatedly turned Beck down, in no uncertain terms. Even now it's Peter doing the work to meet Beck's needs. Ironic that this topic is Beck ostensibly looking after Peter, when in reality it sure kind of is the opposite.

Some part of him wishes he'd never asked about Beck's family to begin with. Then he instantly feels guilty and - god. Just. Is this concession too much to ask? Is agreeing to stay with Beck for a few days while the paperwork comes back really that bad? If it helps stabilize Beck, then that seems a very minor price to pay, right? Better than all this property damage.

(Later, plenty of people sure can point out all the horrible flaws in his logic. But in his defense, he's still seventeen.) ]

... All right. All right. But only until that paperwork comes back, okay?

[mysterioisthetruth]

[It's very likely that Peter is the best influence on him right now. Most other people have been either aggressive, disbelieving or both. Peter's faith in him - even if shaky - is indeed stabilising and should it ever completely break then it could well end Beck's attempts to follow the right path. Whether Beck is aware of this or not. But he lights up now with a pleased smile.]

So I'm moving to Nonah? I don't have much to move. I'm sure I can do that quickly...

[made_up_names]

[ It’s still some kind of faith, and it’s some acquiescence to his demands. Worse in the long term, probably. ]

No, I’ll come to De Chima. No point in making you move your stuff and then leave.

[ Also, he’s pretty sure if Beck moves in then it’ll be difficult to make him leave; he hasn’t considered the fact that it might be more difficult for Peter to escape. ]

[mysterioisthetruth]

Excellent. There's a spare room in the apartment. You can have that to yourself, for privacy.

[He's still moving rubble as they talk.]

[made_up_names]

Yeah, yeah. I’m still only staying until that paperwork gets cancelled.

[ David’s already fixed it, in fact. But the physical paperwork sure is gonna get stuck on someone’s desk for a couple of weeks. ]

[mysterioisthetruth]

Sure, I know. A couple of days. It'll be fun. We'll order more pizza. Tinker with some things. We'll have the weekend to ourselves.

[made_up_names]

[ He has to admit some part of that sounds nice. If this were Tony Stark, he’d be thrilled. ]

All right. I could do that.

[mysterioisthetruth]

[And it's a very good thing Peter doesn't mention that out loud or they'd be an instant mood change at mention of Tony.]

Fine. We'll deal with this first and then... tonight? Tomorrow? You need helping moving any stuff?

[Much of the clean up is now done. The buildings remain structurally sound. He'd made sure this was small scale.]

[made_up_names]

I’ll be fine. I’m only bringing enough for a few days anyway.

[ Nothing else to do here, eh. That proves it was unusually subdued for Beck, if it was Beck. ]

[mysterioisthetruth]

[Just a heroic little show for the public perception. Start small and build it up, eventually. He had to be subtler here with his already tarnished reputation. Well, for him it was subtle.]

Alright.

[He wasn't sure how long it would take to clear up the guardian situation, not knowing about David's involvement. He had sent them a message himself and expected it'd be soon, so he had to make the most of the opportunity while he could. But he didn't know exactly what that would entail. Getting to spend more time with Peter, getting him more comfortable and on his side? That at least would be productive. Making up for his own father by projecting attention on Peter? That could be an emotional bonus.]

I think this place is safe now.

[He made a wide gesture and the green glow of energy surrounding the area evaporates. He directs his next words to the locals.]

Just stay away from the park.

[made_up_names]

[ Good enough for now. Peter just sighs a bit. ]

All clear then?

[mysterioisthetruth]

[Beck nods.]

I think other heroes have the park contained.

[He has no idea. He just has no real interest in dealing with the actual threat there. It's a less controlled situation.]

[made_up_names]

Then I guess I'll meet up with you later.

[ After he's gathered his things. God help him. ]

[mysterioisthetruth]

I'll be at my apartment. Come by when you're ready.

Don't get into any serious trouble along the way.


[ooc: should we do a log, set maybe a day or two later?]