Chapter Text
Chapter 2
“This is something else and make no mistake,” said Spider-Man as he looked around the common area of Titans Tower. The teenage super group offered to take their new find to Titans Tower, a giant T on a small island, and gave Spider-Man a brief tour before they would listen in on where he (Spider-Man) came from and what he was about.
“Built her myself,” said Cyborg proudly. “It has all the latest tech and the best security systems you could ask for.”
“Mr. Stark would be impressed,” said Spider-Man quietly.
“Who’s Mr. Stark,” asked Robin.
“Someone that I know who’s taught me most of what I know,” said Spider-Man sadly. “In my world he is part of The Avengers. Earth’s mightiest heroes. Maybe you guys might have heard of him? Iron Man?”
“Like the song,” quipped Beast Boy.
“No,” said Spider-Man. “Not exactly. It’s doesn’t matter now. Wherever I am, all that matters is figuring out how to get out of here.”
“Talk to me about this Quantum Realm again,” said Robin seriously. “Maybe we have heard of it. If we have perhaps we can do something about getting you back home.”
“Well,” said Spider-Man slowly. “It’s hard to explain because the science does not make complete sense to me. From what I understand the Quantum Realm is a dimension in the multiverse which can only be accessed through magical energy from guys like Dr. Strange or by subatomic shrinking using these substances called Pym Particles. We had a limited supply of those particles.”
“Dude, I did not understand a single word that you just said,” said Beast Boy trying to figure out what Spider-Man had just said. “Sooooo, like, if you are small and stuff you can like travel into different dimensions? Sweet! I can transform into a bacterial animal! Does that mean I can be a time traveler! BEAST BOY! TIME TRAVEL EXTRAORDINAIRE!”
Everyone looked at Beast Boy either confused or annoyed (Raven).
“That’s...not how it works,” said Spider-Man slowly. What an idiot, thought Spider-Man to himself.
“This sounds a little complex and dangerous,” said Cyborg who understood what Spider-Man was saying better than the other Titans. “Why would you risk such an endeavor?”
“Well we needed to stop this guy,” said Spider-Man. “In my universe there is this maniac, worst our universe had ever seen, who collected these things called the Infinity Stones. There were six stones. Reality, Power, Time, Soul, Mind, and Space. Together they would make you the most powerful being in the universe, right? Well, this guy whose name is Thanos managed to collect all of them. We were unable to stop him. Every hero in the galaxy. He...wanted to find balance in the universe. He believed that the universe was nearing a cataclysmic end or something because we were running out of resources due to over population.”
“I don’t like what you’re saying,” said Robin slowly.
“He collected the stones,” said Spider-Man heavily. “With one snap of the finger he vanquished 50% of all life in the universe. We failed.”
The Titans went pale.
“We were trying to go back in time and stop him from collecting the stones,” said Spider-Man. “I...made a mistake that I should not have. Things in my past that I wanted to correct. So I switched the moment in time right before Hulk sent me back.”
“You’re messing with something like time travel and interdimension travel,” said Robin. “Why would you do something like that? What were you thinking!”
“Clearly I wasn’t,” snapped Spider-Man.
“What did you need to change,” asked Starfire.
“None of your business,” yelled Spider-Man who was hurt and embarrassed and quite frankly scared.
“Easy there,” said Robin dangerously. “I know that you must be stressed out, but we need you to keep a cool head as we talk this out. I don’t think any of us have heard of this Realm that you are talking about, but I am sure with time and research Cyborg might be able to help you. I saw that you have this strange device on your wrist. Perhaps we can use that as a starting point.”
“I’ll have a look at it and see what I can make of it in my spare time,” said Cyborg.
“Spare time,” said Spider-Man. “Look guys if you would let me use your lab I can try to figure it out right now.”
“Why would we let you do that,” said Raven bluntly. “We don’t know anything about you. The last thing we want to do is give you access to our technology. Cyborg will handle it. Considering you appeared to mess up we don’t need you messing up again.”
“You’re a real charmer aren’t you,” said Spider-Man. “Fine, I will go and find another lab.”
“You don’t know the first thing about what you are dealing with other than a summary,” said Robin confused. “What if you make things worse?”
“Good point,” said Spider-Man.
“I will take care of it when I can,” said Cyborg.
“In the meantime…,” said Spider-Man with a sinking feeling in his guy.
“In the meantime welcome to Jump City,” said Robin. “You might be here for a very long time, friend.”
The alarm went off again and the Titans turned around with urgency. Running to the massive computer system the Titans looked at the screen trying to see where the danger was coming from.
“Looks like we have a problem,” said Robin. “Cinderblock is causing a rampage downtown.”
“Slade,” asked Starfire nervously.
“Not sure,” replied Robin. “If it is Slade we’ll know soon enough. Right now we need to focus on Cinderblock. Titans Go!”
The other Titans dashed past Spider-Man who looked rather bewildered at the sudden change in atmosphere.
“Hey, you coming or what,” asked Beast Boy.
“We could definitely use your help,” said Robin.
“Why not,” said Spider-Man. “Super hero in one world why not in this one.”
Spider-Man followed the Titans to the edge of town. The other Titans could not help but watch as Spider-Man swung and ran on building after building with blinding speed and agility. All without breaking a sweat. Spider-Man could not help but notice Raven watching him out of the corner of her eye. There was something about her that made him nervous...and curious. His concentration was broken when he heard a roar down in the city below. That and a bunch of screaming. His spider senses started to go off and he saw a massive car being thrown at innocent civilians. Angrily, Spider-Man swung down with as much speed as he could muster.
With a quick movement Spider-Man launched a web at one of the cars and with his amazing strength, he swung the car around and slammed Cinderblock with the car sending the rocked beast to the ground.
“Whoa,” said Cyborg and Beast Boy.
“That was incredible Man of Spider,” said Starfire gleefully.
“Don’t get too comfortable,” said Robin taking out a few odd looking discs. “Here is comes.”
Sure enough, Cinderblock threw the car off himself and then adjusted his neck with a smirk. With all his might he threw the car at Robin who managed to dodge the attack. The ground started to shake as Cinderblock charged at the Titans roaring that terrifying roar.
This guy is not messing around, thought Spider-Man nervously as he charged with the rest of the Titans. The beast was strong. Spider-Man had to pause in awe as he saw Beast Boy transform into a massive dinosaur. Hell, at T-Rex. Slamming his body into Cinderblock the two went into a struggle before Cinderblock grabbed Beast Boy and sent him flying. It was no small feat throwing a T-Rex around.
“Azarath Metrion Zinthos,” shouted Raven whos powers were something to behold. With laser, or what appeared to be lasers, of complete darkness she lifted several objects into the air and threw them at Cinderblock who crouched down and used his massive frame to protect himself.
“How about some of this,” yelled Cyborg who punched Cinderblock in the torso. Grunting, Cinderblock staggered back, but managed to compose himself and use his arm to block what appeared to be a major blast from Cyborg’s arm which had turned into some type of blaster of some sort.
Green laser bolts descended from the sky as Starfire attacked the beast. Trying to get out of the way Cinderblock slammed his foot in the concrete and used the pavement as a shield. Starfire got too close and with a massive swipe, Cinderblock struck Starfire who went flying.
“Oh boy,” said Spider-Man who shot a web towards Starfire. The web latched on and pulling her with his strength Starfire managed to avoid hitting the side of the building. Spider-Man jumped up and caught Starfire who looked dazzed.
“You alright,” asked Spider-Man.
“Just a little woozy,” said Starfire. “Thank you man of Spider.”
“Just Spider-Man,” replied Spidey who tried to think of something that would work. He noticed something. Robin dodged strikes with speed that matched his own! With crafty precision, Robin struck Cinderblock with a metal staff. The beast staggered back with pain and anger. The anger shows and the beast went at Robin who needed to retreat or be crushed.
Spider-Man got an idea. He jumped in the fray and yelled, “hey onyx how about you and me do a little dance. That is if you’re fast enough! Wait, can you understand me? You look really large and really stupid. I just wanted to make sure.”
Clearly that caught the monster’s attention and he roared at this new hero. Spider-Man knew that it was him versus this...thing. Spider-Man retreated and bought himself enough distance to pull his little trick. With perfect accuracy, Spider-Man shot a web and hit Cinderblock in the eye. In rage the beast tried to get the web out of his eye. While distracted Spider-Man launched two webs on buildings across the street from each other. Back pedaling as fast as he could Spider-Man knew that he reached the point where he could generate the most momentum. Grinning underneath his mask, Spider-Man waited for Cinderblock to remove the webbing.
Cinderblock managed to free his eyes from the webbing. Trying to readjust he heard Spider-Man yell, “Hey you big idiot coming at you!”
With all his strength Spider-Man shot his body like a slingshot and with his incredible strength and immense momentum all Cinderblock could do was stare with his eyes bulged out. With a massive collision that shook the concrete Spider-Man’s feet collided right into Cinderblock’s face sending the beast straight into a building. The smoke was everywhere. Staggering around like he was drunk, Cinderblock mumbled and then fell face first into the pavement unconscious.
“That was incredible,” said Robin. “That was genius.”
“Dude, you’re really strong,” commented Beast Boy. “Like, deceptively strong. How old are you?”
“Fifteen,” said Spider-Man.
“WHAT,” yelled the Titans.
“Not like you guys look much older,” said Spider-Man.
“I like your style,” said Robin with a smile on his face. “Well that was about the fastest we had ever defeated Cinderblock. No bruises either. I’m quite impressed with you Spider-Man.”
“Thanks,” said Spider-Man. “At least someone actually is. You know, this might not be so bad.”
Spider-Man looked around and noticed that people were coming out of hiding. Slowly, but surely there were sudden applause. They were all looking at Spider-Man with appreciation and awe. There were no dangerous sirens coming for him. There would not be another series of articles out there condemning his actions and calling for his arrest. All smear campaigns were gone.
“Maybe I might enjoy this for a few weeks,” mumbled Spider-Man to himself. “At least until I can get back to where I’m supposed to be. I wonder if Mr. Stark might find a solution. That is if they can defeat Thanos.”
He noticed that the other Titans were looking at him with their eyebrows raised. Talking to himself was a habit he really needed to get rid of. He flushed underneath his mask. “Well,” said Spider-Man, “It was real I guess.”
“You sound like you’re headed off,” said Robin amused.
“Do you have any place to stay,” asked Cyborg doubtfully.
“Dude,” yelled Beast Boy, “He should stay with us! Did you not just see how we kicked the HIVE and Cinderblock’s butt with this guy? He could be a great addition to the team!”
“I usually don’t work in a team,” said Spider-Man.
“I thought you worked with this Avengers team,” said Starfire.
“If he doesn’t want to join then let him walk,” mumbled Raven.
“You know I might just stay so I can make you miserable,” said Spider-Man half joking but half serious. “Look guys I don’t want to be a burden to you.”
“Are you kidding,” laughed Cyborg. “We have plenty of space in that tower. We could set you up with a room in no time. How about it?”
“We would like for you to be part of the team,” said Robin. “Until you’re ready to leave of course.”
Spider-Man thought about it. Well, they seem kind enough. Plus, I really have nowhere else to stay. Besides it seems that I can learn a few things from them while I am here. Beast Boy seems like a cool dude to hang with, Cyborg can help me with this watch to rework the Quantum realm, Robin seems to be the leader around here, but I am fine with that, Starfire is kind if a little odd, and Raven…well I can ignore her.
“I’m in,” said Spider-Man
The other Titans (minue Raven) cheered loudly.
Robin walked over and handed Spider-Man a communicator with a large T on it. “Welcome to the Teen Titans,” said Robin