Chapter 582 - Debut (2/2)
The students who did see Peter stated the truth in their reports but strangely, Nik was caught for the final questioning before the group of cops decided to commence a search of the school grounds. ”Many students believe that you knew the attacker and even called it Annie.” A man stood in front of Nik with Anna looking from a distance away as Nik blanked out for a moment. ”Yes?” He inquired again, ”Annie... ugh, that was a joke.”
”Is that right?” The man inquired further with his gaze narrowed as Nik's lips, ”Yes, that's right. And when I saw the attacker, I thought that someone was... trying to prank Mr. Karl in the most excellent manner and decided to direct his attention towards the... well, that guy called himself Red.”
”Red, hmm. Anything else, kid?” The Captain from other precinct inquired as Nik tilted his head before shaking in denial.
”Alright, watch your steps from now on and study seriously,” the cop sighed as Nik made way towards Anna who had already gotten approached by Gwen as she couldn't care about Anna's surprise to her get-up at the moment and gave Nik a sharp glare. ”Where did you run off to? It's still dangerous!”
”Ah... we'll talk about it later!” Nik whispered, ”Your dad's here,” without waiting, Nik instantly pulled Gwen into a hug and brought Anna closer simultaneously, one of his hands on Gwen perky and sweet butt while the other on Anna's as Brandon who was bringing a dark-haired girl with soft blue eyes towards the group reluctantly almost lost his cool and lashed out but not willing to lose the other chance with Kiara due to Nik's frivolity, he restrained himself. That didn't mean the suddenly enraged father wouldn't!
”Hey! Get your hands off my kid!” George hissed, physically separating Gwen and Nik before glaring at Nik, who gave a surprised expression. ”Woah! Sorry, sir. I was just making sure that your daughter isn't scared. We all were put against a gun's aim.” Nik explained as he even slowly let go of Anna, who clearly was too confused as Gwen finally realized that... well, Nik kept his word and gave her butt a good squeeze.
”Son, don't try to act smart! Next time you try to play off with my baby girl I'll—”
”Dad!” Gwen hurriedly shouted, pulling on his hands. She got her drama and even if she enjoyed the slightest bit of panic and anger on his face, she just didn't feel right and tried to diffuse the situation. ”Nik was just doing—”
”And not a word from you, Gwen,” George turned his glare towards Gwen, realizing the changes she made in a matter of hours, stunning him speechless as Nik looked back slightly, gazing at the approaching Brandon and well, Nik stand corrected. If he couldn't keep up with Kiara, Nik might accidentally anger the boy once again. ”What happened to you?” George demanded, his gaze simply shifting from anger to sudden disappointment as he pursed his lips. Even Anna gulped. Gwen did change and even when she looked great, the change itself tensed the situation.
”I think she looks great,” Nik's voice echoed, ”I told you Gwen, pink suits you,” his snicker cut short by the other captain on the scene breaking in, ”George? You're finally here!”
Gazing at the man, George thought for a while and glared at Nik and pulled Gwen away with her hand as she looked back at Nik apologetically. After all, he lied for her.
”Believe me, she asked for the hug,” Nik then turned to gaze at the confused Anna as she furrowed her brows, ”Really?”
”Yeah, Gwen said that she'll talk with you in your classes but... well, we didn't get a chance.”
Nik shrugged before proceeding to explain. Of course, his desires were all too prevalent since the lie that he didn't enjoy her butt was something Nik would never utter. Praises were meant to be spoken truthfully after all and patronizing compliments, Nik felt, should not be given out casually.
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Meanwhile, Goblin roared. That's what he had been doing for the past few days, unable to see how his thinking had started to deteriorate. Of course, his intelligence grew with each mutation but that wasn't the same thing for his wisdom and decision-making abilities. Now, with his lab attacked by a mechanical being painted in red and gold, arms blazing with miniature missiles, and an arc reactor shining from the chest, the Goblin's pale yellow eyes turned redder due to popping vessels and glared at Iron Man indignantly.
”Tony! How did you find me?” Goblin wasn't equipped well to take the armored suit of destruction but he did have the confidence to escape should the need arise.
”You weren't well hidden... Norman. I did have help, of course. Hey guys, thank you for making me a spectator. I've had my fun! Get him!” Tony grinned as the mask of the helmet lifted up, revealing his expression. Instantly, the entrance and exit of the lab were blasted open with teams of fully equipped men wearing a pitch-black outfit and a silver emblem of an aerial figure imprinted. Their arms much more advanced, deadlier, and silent as Norman shouted, flipping the table full of chemicals towards the entrance when they threw in metallic balls that connected itself and created an electromagnetic wall, instantly defending from the encompassing blast.
Meanwhile, the team from the other side launched a flurry of shots loaded in their guns which stabbed into Goblin's back in the form of short tranquilizer shots. Within the first round, dozens of shots already introduced itself to Norman's system as the man felt his consciousness blurry.
”Hey! That's good stuff!” Tony commented, ”Especially in parties! One drop and boom!” He chuckled before gazing at the particular man walking up to Goblin, ”Of course, Director Fury, I've never had this. Just heard from a friend.”