Chapter 28
Wade had contacted Fury when he and Peter had come up with somewhat of a plan. They'd have to be quick, quiet, and illusive. Things Wade wasn't always so good at. They weren't planning of flat out destroying the base, it was a recovery mission. Take information then leave. It would be more useful for them to take out the smaller places to leave the main base venerable. At least that's what they hoped would happen.
There was a huge chance things could backfire. They had no idea how much power they really had or how far it stretched. That's why Peter suggested they get help. "No, hell NO. I'm not working with those mainstream action figures."
"Wade," Peter sighed cleaning food from Wade's face. The Merc continues to munch angrily. "I am one of those mainstream action figures."
"I like you so it doesn't count."
Peter smiled taking another taco from the bag before Wade ate them all. "Steve doesn't agree with SHIELD and Sam is always down to help out a friend." Wade glared at his food dousing it with more hot sauce. "You know Tony has all the equipment we'll need-"
"Nope. I draw the line at Tin Man. He hates me and I hate him."
Peter couldn't find the words to assure him. Tony had been the most stubborn when it came to Deadpool. "It's for a bigger cause. We have to stop Weapon X and Hydra before they manage to create something that could work."
Wade slowed down his chewing to watch his lover curl in on himself. He knew Peter believed he was responsible for all this. But it was only a matter of time before one of their many troubles turned up. The older man reached out to flick stray hairs from coffee colored eyes. Stopping to dust his fingers against his cheek because Wade would never get over how soft Peter's skin was. "Okay. But no Billionaire Toddlers."
Peter beamed, Wade was sure he'd get sunburn from a smile so bright. "I'll talk to Steve."
"No more work talk," the scarred man grumbled leaning over to kiss him. "Mhm you taste like tacos." Peter's laughter was muffled under his lips. ---------
Peter slipped into the lounge room hoping to avoid everyone. Unfortunately there was a pair of angry superheroes waiting for him. "Not one call," Tony began in a loud voice. "Not even a text! He runs off in the middle of the night and doesn't come back until- Jarvis what time is it?"
"2:42 pm sir."
"Almost three in the afternoon!" Peter scratched at his head trying to hide some of his guilt. "Do you know what happened the last time you did that Peter? Ypu were kidnapped! That's what!"
"Tony," Steve sigh though he looked just as irritated. His arms across, eyebrows low, eyes ready to glare holes through Peter. "Where have you been Peter?"
The young hero shrugged, "was at a friend's place. I'm sorry I didn't tell you guys it was a last minute thing."
"Why do you have a phone if you never use it," Tony continued. Peter glanced to Steve but he wasn't about to get the kid off that easily. "We have no idea what we're up against and you just run off without a word! You could have gotten in trouble we would have never known! The next time this happens I'm putting a tracker on you!"
"Tony," the blond sighed again patting his shoulder. "Let's get you something to eat. You've been up all night."
That hit Peter with even more guilt. He muttered more apologies as he hurried to his room. Once inside he was alerted by his phone on the desk. His personal phone was in his pocket with a pile of messages from Deadpool already. His work phone had even more from almost everyone here at the tower. He scrolled through them all cursing himself for not giving them a heads up.
He was just so focused on seeing Wade. Memories of the night before had him turning back to his phone. There we're a few Snapchat messages of which Peter was slightly scared to open. He sent a quick message letting Wade know he was home safe before showering. With a fresh pair of clothes he ventured to the lounge room. Bruce and Nat were on the couch, Steve was at the arm chair, and luckily Tony was out sight.
Peter was about to approach Steve when Clint rounded the corner. "Pete," he shouted throwing an arm around the kid. "Let's go for a walk."
"But-"
"Right now," he insisted leading Peter to the elevators. "Alright Jarvis keep us in here as long as you can and I want no audio of the conversation anywhere."
"Understood Mr. Barton."
"You can do that," Peter asked looking to the ceiling with jealousy. Tony would never give that kind of clearance to him.
"We have to talk fast," Clint interrupted. "I saw you leave with Deadpool last night. It wasn't on purpose! I just saw you run across the street like a lunatic when I was walking in." Peter opened and closed his mouth unsure what to say. "What's going on between you guys? Does he know you're ya know, Spiderboy."
"Spider-MAN," the younger corrected with a scowl. "At lot has happened I can't really explain-"
"Then try. Because if he knows who you are Peter this could end very badly. I know he's on this good streak or whatever but he's famous for relapsing. He's been walking this line a long time taking strides on either side. He's gotten a lot of people killed." Peter was about to interrupt when Clint cut him off. "I'm not telling you to stop seeing him. I can't tell you what to do Pete but you have to at least warn the others. If something goes wrong and you end up missing again that's going to be on all of us."
Peter stood there leaned against the elevator wall. There was a weird feeling in his gut almost like his spider sense. It worried him. "Listen I know you guys have a lot of history on Dead- Wade. I know he's not all there and he's got a shit ton of issues but I've got to know him more then any of you have bothered to try. I trust him Clint. I-I really like him too," Clint made a face. "Just! Hear me out okay? There's more to it. You know how Weapon X and Hydra are after us? Well Fury offered Wade some information about them if he turns himself into their main base. And I can't- I won't let him go in there Clint. They'll..." Peter could almost smell the musty air in the dirty old hospital room. Strapped to a bed, used as a pin cushion.
"Alright," the older man placed a soft hand on Peter's shoulder. He didn't like the glazed fearful look in his eyes. "What's the plan?"
"We're going to break in, get as much information as we can then get out. We'll need help."
"You can't ask Nat," he said immediately. "She'll bring it back to Fury."
"We'll maybe if we try talking to him-"
"No. If he wanted us to go in as a team he would have asked us. He asked Wade specifically it means he doesn't want any of us to know. You can't ask Bruce either he'll tell Nat. Or Tony he can't keep him mouth shut about anything."
"I was going to ask Steve."
"That's a good idea. He's good at keeping things quiet, he's still got the winter solider hidden away."
"He has who now?"
"Stay on topic, how were we going to get in?"
"Wade is setting up the blueprints and guard sights right now."
"So there's no plan."
"I mean there's the start of one," he shrugged lamely.
"I'll see what I can get you."
Peter nodded, "thanks Clint."
"You can take us back up Jarvis," Baron commented. "What are you and Deadpool by the way?"
Peter cleared his throat, "We're kind of seeing each other."
"As in," Clint did the ASL sign for 'couple'.
"Y-yeah, like that."
"Wow. And the whole," he gestured to his face, "doesn't bother you?"
"No I'm not that shallow." Peter was a bit put off. Of course he still like Wade with his scars. Wade was more then that.
"To each his own," Clint muttered. "You'll want to talk to Steve outside the tower." Peter nodded and the doors opened back to the lounge room. Steve was in the kitchen and Nat was on the couch alone. Clint wondered off as Peter made his way to the blonde hero.
"Hey Steve," Peter greeted trying to seem nonchalant. Steve raised a brow looking to him with a curious look. "Would you like to go for walk?"
"A walk?"
"I know this great place down the street we can get food for everyone."
"Oh. Okay," he shrugged walking to the elevator for his coat. "We'll be back with dinner," Steve announced. Nat waved from her spot not taking her eyes away from the screen.
Steve asked about Peter's upcoming school work while they left. The brunette tried to keep the conversation light until they were a block away from the building. "Actually Steve I have a favor to ask."
"What is it," the captain questioned.
"It's about the case. With Weapon X and Hydra, but this has to stay between us please."
"That depends on what it is," Steve said now getting serious.
"Fury gave Wade a location on their main base. He asked wade to go in alone but..." Peter looked to Steve with a determined look. "I can't let him go back there alone. We were planning on breaking in to get information but we'll can't do it alone." Steve's eyes gleamed, he caught on quickly. Though he still had a look of disapproval. So Peter stopped to stand in front of him ignoring the rude looks of people walking by. "I can't do this alone Steve. Just like i can't let Wade go through this alone. He's... He's too important to me."
Steve's features softened as he looked to Peter. The young hero looked up at him with confidence. "I need you're help Steve." He didn't answer at first. Instead moving forward to keep the foot traffic flowing.
They walked another block. Peter kept glancing at Steve to see what he'd been thinking but his face was stoic. The silence ate away at them both until Steve sighed. "Alright I'm in."
Peter sighed in relief, "thanks Steve."
"Have you asked anyone else?"
"Clint knows."
"Guess there aren't a lot of people to ask in the tower," he muttered with a frown. "I know someone who else who can help.
"Sam?"
Steve gave a guarded look."Well yes him too. We should form a plan together. Do you and Deadpool have a place to meet? Preferably secret."
Peter smirked ,"I'm sure Wade has a place."