Note: 1 Chapter per two or three days and 1 extra chapter per 50 power stones.
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While the gigantic asteroid continued its relentless journey toward Earth, carrying the potential extinction of humanity within it, events were unfolding elsewhere.
Far away, hidden from the eyes of ordinary people, stood the sanctuary of the Sorcerer Supreme.
The atmosphere was calm and peaceful.
Unlike the panic spreading among certain government officials and scientists who had learned of the approaching catastrophe, there was no sense of urgency here.
Seated comfortably beside a small table, the Ancient One calmly sipped a cup of tea.
Her expression remained tranquil.
It was almost as if the giant asteroid threatening Earth did not concern her at all.
The warm evening breeze drifted through the room.
For several moments, only silence existed.
Then hurried footsteps echoed through the hallway.
A young sorcerer quickly entered the room.
The concern on his face was impossible to miss.
“Ancient One!”
The Ancient One slowly lowered her teacup.
Her gaze shifted toward the young man.
“What is it?”
The sorcerer hesitated briefly before speaking.
“Ancient One, reports from our observers confirm that a massive asteroid is approaching Earth.”
“I know.”
The calmness in her voice surprised him.
The young sorcerer blinked.
“You…
already know?”
The Ancient One simply nodded.
The sorcerer looked even more confused.
“If you know, then shouldn’t we do something?”
His voice became increasingly anxious.
“The asteroid is enormous.
If it impacts Earth, billions of people could die.”
Several nearby sorcerers turned toward the conversation.
Clearly, they had been wondering the same thing.
The Ancient One remained silent for several moments.
Then she gently placed her teacup onto the table.
“No.”
The single word stunned everyone present.
The young sorcerer’s eyes widened.
“No?”
The Ancient One calmly looked toward the evening sky.
“The fate of this asteroid has already been decided.”
The room became silent.
Nobody understood what she meant.
One of the older sorcerers stepped forward.
“Ancient One, what do you mean?”
A faint smile appeared on her face.
“Someone else has already been chosen to stop it.”
The room instantly fell silent.
The sorcerers exchanged confused looks.
Chosen?
By whom?
And who could possibly stop something as large as the approaching asteroid?
The young sorcerer couldn’t help but ask.
“Who is this person?”
The Ancient One’s eyes seemed to look far beyond the walls of the sanctuary.
Far beyond the city.
Far beyond the horizon itself.
For a brief moment, it was as though she was gazing directly into the future.
Then she smiled.
“You will see soon enough.”
Although her answer provided no explanation, none of the sorcerers dared question her further.
Over the centuries, the Ancient One had proven her wisdom countless times.
If she believed someone could stop the asteroid, then perhaps there truly was hope.
Meanwhile, completely unaware that one of the most powerful beings on Earth had just placed her faith in him, Peter Parker was enjoying the final hours of his holiday.
The day had been surprisingly enjoyable.
For once, he wasn’t thinking about mysterious enemies, hidden conspiracies, or the unanswered questions surrounding his parents.
Instead, he spent the day laughing and relaxing with his friends.
As the hours passed, the sun gradually began descending toward the horizon.
Golden sunlight bathed the park in a warm glow.
The beautiful scenery caused many visitors to stop and admire the sunset.
Peter glanced toward the sky.
His enhanced senses immediately informed him of the time.
The day was almost over.
“I think we should head home.”
His voice attracted the attention of the three girls beside him.
“The sun is setting.”
Mary Jane looked toward the horizon.
“You’re right.”
Gwen checked the time.
“We’ve been here longer than I thought.”
Felicia stretched her arms.
“It was fun though.”
Peter smiled.
“It was.”
The four teenagers gathered their belongings before making their way toward the parking lot.
Waiting there was a familiar vehicle.
A car belonging to Gwen’s father.
Peter glanced at it and couldn’t help raising an eyebrow.
Even now, he wasn’t entirely comfortable with the situation.
After all, none of them were legally old enough to drive.
More importantly—
The car technically wasn’t theirs.
Gwen noticed his expression.
“What?”
Peter pointed at the vehicle.
“You know your father would kill us if he found out.”
Gwen immediately groaned.
“Please don’t remind me.”
Felicia laughed.
“Relax.
Captain Stacy isn’t here.”
Mary Jane nodded.
“He’s still away because of work.”
Peter sighed.
That was true.
Gwen’s father had been assigned to duties outside the city and wasn’t expected to return for several days.
Especially considering his strict personality.
Even Gwen herself admitted that.
“If Dad finds out, I’m dead.”
Felicia smirked.
“Only dead?”
“I’m being optimistic.”
The group laughed.
Fortunately, Peter had quietly used his enhanced senses throughout the day to ensure nobody got hurt while driving.
Although he wasn’t thrilled about the situation, he trusted Gwen enough to know she would be careful.
The four entered the vehicle.
Soon, the engine started.
The car slowly pulled out of the parking lot and began heading back toward the city.
As they drove, the orange glow of the setting sun illuminated the road ahead.
The atmosphere inside the car was relaxed.
Music played softly.
The girls chatted about various topics.
Occasionally, Peter joined the conversation.
Everything seemed peaceful.
Normal.
Like an ordinary day in the life of four teenagers.
Yet far above them, beyond the atmosphere, beyond the clouds, beyond even the sight of the most powerful telescopes available to civilians, the gigantic asteroid continued its approach.
Every second brought it closer.
Every minute reduced humanity’s remaining time.
And somewhere in the universe’s grand design, fate itself was quietly preparing for the moment when Peter Parker would finally discover why the Ancient One had placed her faith in him.
Days passed.
Soon, only three days remained before the gigantic asteroid would reach Earth.
Across the world, fear continued spreading.
Every news channel covered the approaching catastrophe twenty-four hours a day.
Governments held emergency meetings.
Scientists worked tirelessly.
Military organizations proposed countless plans.
Yet despite all their efforts, nothing changed.
The asteroid continued approaching.
Every day, news reporters tried reassuring the public.
“Experts are working on a solution.”
“The government is exploring every available option, the government is going to talk with Stark Industries.”
“We ask citizens to remain calm.”
Unfortunately, most people no longer believed those words.
The truth was becoming increasingly obvious.
Humanity had no answer.
No weapon.
No technology.
No plan.
The world’s greatest scientists had already admitted that the asteroid was simply too large.
Every attempt to stop it ended in failure.
As the realization spread, society itself began changing.
Many businesses closed.
Schools suspended classes indefinitely.
Entire cities became filled with uncertainty.
Some people spent their remaining time with family.
Others prayed.
Some simply refused to believe the end was coming.
Meanwhile, Peter Parker stood silently beside the window of his room.
His gaze remained fixed on the distant horizon.
Although the asteroid was still invisible to the naked eye, he knew it was there.
Getting closer.
Day by day.
Hour by hour.
Minute by minute.
Three days.
Only three days remained.
Peter slowly clenched his fists.
For the past week, he had watched humanity struggle against a threat it could not overcome.
He had watched governments panic.
He had watched scientists desperately search for answers.
He had watched ordinary people live in fear.
And throughout all of it, one thought continuously lingered within his mind.
I can stop it.
The thought refused to disappear.
Every calculation he performed reached the same conclusion.
Every simulation created by his enhanced mind arrived at the same result.
His powers were strong enough.
His body was durable enough.
His flight speed was sufficient.
If anyone on Earth could intercept the asteroid, it was him.
Yet despite knowing that, Peter hesitated.
Not because he doubted his strength.
But because he understood what success would mean.
Everything would change afterward.
The world would see him.
Governments would notice him.
Powerful organizations would begin searching for him.
There would be no returning to a normal life.
The moment he revealed himself, Peter Parker’s ordinary existence would disappear forever.
He closed his eyes.
For several moments, silence filled the room.
Then he opened them again.
A determined look appeared on his face.
“No.”
His voice was firm.
“I won’t sit here and do nothing.”
He stood up.
“If the government can’t stop it…”
Peter clenched his fists.
“Then I will.”
With his decision made, Peter turned and walked toward the door.
However, the moment he stepped outside his room, a familiar scent reached his nose.
Food.
Looking downstairs, he saw Aunt May standing beside the dining table.
She was placing dishes onto the table for lunch.
The simple sight caused Peter to pause.
For a moment, he remembered everything she had done for him.
Every sacrifice.
Every word of encouragement.
Every moment she had supported him.
“Peter?”
She smiled gently.
“Are you going somewhere?”
Peter hesitated.
For perhaps the first time since making his decision, uncertainty appeared in his eyes.
Slowly, he walked downstairs.
Aunt May immediately sensed something was bothering him.
“What is it?”
Peter remained silent for several seconds.
Then he finally spoke.
“Aunt May…”
His voice was unusually hesitant.
“Can I ask you something?”
Aunt May put down the plate she was holding.
“Of course.”
Peter looked away briefly.
Then he took a deep breath.
“Aunt May…”
His voice became softer.
“I know I can stop that asteroid.”
The room became silent.
Aunt May didn’t look surprised.
In fact, she seemed to have expected this conversation.
Peter continued.
“I’ve calculated everything.”
“I’ve thought about it every day.”
“I know I can do it.”
His fists slowly tightened.
“But…”
He paused.
For perhaps the first time in years, Peter looked like an uncertain teenager rather than a future hero.
“What if I’m not ready?”
The words finally escaped his lips.
Peter looked directly at Aunt May.
“I know I have the power.”
“But am I ready?”
“Ready for everything that comes afterward?”
“If I do this…”
He glanced toward the television.
“The entire world will know someone stopped it.”
“There won’t be any going back.”
His voice lowered.
“So tell me honestly.”
Peter took a deep breath.
“Am I ready?”
Aunt May stared at him quietly.
For several moments, she didn’t answer.
Instead, she simply looked at the young man standing before her.
The boy she had raised.
The boy who had grown into someone remarkable.
Someone kind.
Someone compassionate.
Someone who always put others before himself.
A gentle smile appeared on her face.
Slowly, she walked forward.
Peter remained still.
Then Aunt May placed a hand against his chest.
Directly above his heart.
Peter blinked.
“Aunt May?”
Her smile softened.
“Peter.”
“For me, you’ve been ready for a very long time.”
Peter’s eyes widened slightly.
Aunt May continued.
“When I look at you, I don’t see a child anymore.”
“I see a young man who always tries to do the right thing.”
“A young man who helps people even when nobody is watching.”
“A young man who would risk everything to save others.”
Her hand remained over his heart.
“But my opinion doesn’t matter.”
Peter looked confused.
“What?”
Aunt May smiled.
“The only opinion that matters is yours.”
She lightly tapped his chest.
“Right here.”
Peter froze.
Aunt May’s voice became gentle.
“The question isn’t whether you’re strong enough.”
“It isn’t whether you’re smart enough.”
“It isn’t whether you’re powerful enough.”
Her eyes met his.
“The real question is…”
She paused.
“Are you ready?”
Silence filled the room.
Aunt May slowly stepped back.
“Only you can answer that.”
With those final words, she turned around and calmly walked toward the kitchen.
Leaving Peter standing alone.
The house became quiet.
Peter remained motionless.
His gaze slowly lowered.
Looking down, he placed a hand over his heart.
He could feel it beating steadily beneath his chest.
For several moments, he simply stood there.
Thinking.
Remembering.
Questioning.
Then he quietly whispered.
“Am I ready?”
The question lingered in the air.
And somewhere beyond Earth’s atmosphere, the giant asteroid continued its approach.
Slowly getting Closer and closer.
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Chapter End.