I Became Spider-Man's Cousin in Anime Crossover

Chapter 247 Riley Becomes a Father Unexpectedly

Of course, there's no need to worry; Tony won't refuse everyone's help.

Three months of imprisonment was enough to make Tony curb his overly arrogant personality and take those around him seriously.

Based on this, coupled with Riley's personal guarantee.

Convinced that Riley had no reason to harm him, Tony quickly chose to trust and accept everyone, based on the principle of loving Riley because of Riley.

And as it turned out, Riley did not betray Tony's trust.

As everyone sat around the sofa, enjoying their pizza delivery while engaging in lively discussions about various profound scientific theories, their fluent and insightful answers proved to Tony that they were not just any ordinary mediocre individuals, but true geniuses, one in a million, just like Tony himself!

This made Tony, whose wisdom far surpassed the average level of the current era and who always felt that he didn't have much in common with others, feel like a lonely survivor who had finally found his kindred spirit, and his mood quickly turned from gloomy to sunny!

In just half an hour, the group chatted like old friends who had known each other for a long time, ignoring the differences in age and status. They became more and more enthusiastic and energetic as they talked, as if they were kindred spirits who had met too late in life!

Of course, there were some funny mishaps during this period.

For example, Riley was pretending to be forty-six years old, while Peter remained fifteen years old.

This led Tony to look left and right, and based on the similar outlines between the two brothers, he naturally concluded that Peter was not only another Spider-Man in the news reports, but also Riley's biological son!

As dusk approached, in order to maintain their energy for the research and development of the Iron Man suits, and feeling somewhat unsatisfied, the group unanimously agreed to Tony's suggestion to stay at Tony's villa.

During the conversation, Tony got carried away and drank a few more glasses of wine. Now slightly tipsy, Tony even patted Riley on the shoulder.

Then, meeting Riley's gaze, Tony, disguised by his drunkenness, looked at Riley with obvious envy and complained.

"Rie, you know what? You have a very smart, well-behaved, and obedient son who never argues with you. It seems you spend a lot of time with Peter..."

"I'm so... envious..."

Before he could finish speaking, Tony, who was drunk, suddenly collapsed to the ground.

Thankfully, Riley reacted quickly and helped Tony up, preventing him from collapsing to the ground and making an embarrassing drunken mistake.

But what Tony really meant by those last words was that he envied Riley's good fortune in having such an outstanding "son" as Peter...?

I still envy Peter's good fortune in having Riley, a father who prioritizes family and doting on his children over career development...

Well, I guess only Tony himself knows the truth...

"So this is Tony Stark. I thought that top billionaires like him were all arrogant and had terrible personalities. I didn't expect him to be so easygoing, just like Uncle Osborn."

Meanwhile, Riley, relying on his brute strength, easily lifted Tony, an adult, into his arms in a princess carry.

Once Peter was sure Tony was drunk and asleep, he curiously approached. He clicked his tongue in amazement as he took a closer look at Tony.

Until his curiosity was satisfied and he recalled Tony's previous misunderstanding.

Peter then raised the corners of his mouth, revealing a playful smile. He deliberately spoke in a high-pitched voice, blinked his eyes, and teased Riley with an innocent expression.

"So, what are you planning to do next? If you stay here and continue to skip classes, the school really will call your parents, Dad."

In his conversation, just as before, Peter immediately shared with Riley the mindset he had when he was about to meet Gwen's parents.

Because of his psychological maturity, Riley was like a brother and a father figure to Peter.

So even after hearing Tony's drunken remarks and knowing that he had misunderstood the relationship between himself and Riley, he still...

Peter didn't rush to clarify the misunderstanding.

Because so many years have passed, I have gradually forgotten what my parents look like.

As Peter looked at Riley, whose middle-aged appearance exuded an increasingly mature and composed aura, he subconsciously thought, in a daze, that his own father must have looked just like that.

Even in the half-joking, half-serious banter, he called out "Dad~" with such a natural ease!

"Go away, don't you dare cause trouble. If Dad finds out I've suddenly become his 'brother,' he'll definitely pull out his belt and make sure I have a complete childhood!"

Peter felt relieved, but Riley was so thoroughly annoyed by Peter's antics that he felt a chill run down his spine and goosebumps were about to appear.

Amidst her irritable laughter and complaints, Riley showed no mercy to Peter, raising her foot and gently kicking Peter's buttocks with controlled force.

He then carried Tony towards Tony's bedroom. After a moment of silent contemplation prompted by Peter, he finally answered seriously.

"Don't worry, I'll handle things at school... Just stay here and learn and interact with them. Being able to work with a genius like Tony Stark is an incredible opportunity that most people wouldn't even dare to dream of!"

"That's true, then I'll do whatever you say, Dad."

"...Hey, you little brat, you're really into yelling! Take this, come on, give me a kick—!"

"Hahaha! Why are you getting so worked up? Dad, hitting children is illegal, you need to calm down!"

"...What the hell...!"

And so, amidst their bickering, the Parker brothers took the drunken Tony back to his room. Only then did Peter casually choose a bedroom in the vast villa to stay in.

As for Riley himself...

Although with Riley's current wealth, his education and such are no longer important.

Even the knowledge that universities can teach is not as fast as learning from Otto and his friends.

However, due to various reasons and regrets left over from his previous life, Riley still values ​​the ordinary life of "Railley Parker".

So, after giving Peter some instructions and repeatedly reminding him to notify Riley immediately if anything unexpected happened, he...

Riley then passed through the dimensional barrier, leaving Tony's seaside villa in Malibu, California, and returning to the Parker family's small, dilapidated house in Queens, New York City, which, compared to Tony's villa, was cozy and warm.

Then, he removed his disguise and returned to Riley Parker's original appearance. Like an ordinary teenager, after a quick wash, Riley tiptoed back to his bed and comfortably drifted off to sleep.

However, they failed to notice that even though Riley had been very careful and tried his best to avoid making any noise.

But the moment Riley returned, the Parker couple, as if by telepathy, both opened their eyes from their deep sleep.

Using the enhanced senses from the Super Soldier Serum, he listened quietly to Riley's every move and confirmed that Riley, who was returning late, was perfectly normal and showed no signs of injury.

The Parker couple finally breathed a sigh of relief.

They then smiled at each other, closed their eyes again, and fell into a peaceful sleep.

Throughout the entire process, the two of them did not make a sound...

Clearly, just like Riley didn't want her parents to worry...

The Parker couple, who already knew their child's paternity, also did not want to become a burden to Riley and Peter.

Therefore, knowing that the two children were safe and sound was enough to satisfy them, and they would not interfere further with the brothers' choices.

Even when Sheriff Black personally came to him under the guise of "free vaccination," Ben Parker, having witnessed Sheriff Black's argument with J. Jonah Jameson in the Daily Bugle, knew that this seemingly kind-looking bald man was a good person on Riley's side. He tacitly cooperated with Sheriff Black and completed the injection of the Super Soldier Serum.

This mutual care, support, and trust—in every sense of the word, a two-way connection—is what creates the harmonious atmosphere a family should have.

Hmm, what if Tony saw this...

Even if Tony is all talk and no action, he'd probably fall silent on the spot, his face contorted in a grimace, looking like a total lemon in a meme.