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Of course I will.

[ she hadn't really let herself think that far ahead. well, she did, but not in the long-term way. it's not a super big deal, but it kind of is a super big deal, isn't it? damn. she feels a little bad for just saying it, but she couldn't resist. it's good news, even if it makes her heart ache a little, tiny bit.

okay, a lot, but it's not stronger than the excitement she feels for him. ]

But- That's the thing too, we're gonna be universe hopping a lot, for- potentially a while. We have to find your world. There's really no map of this stuff, you know? Well, not one we can safely get to and take a look at. [ the watchers aren't really coooool with that. she kisses him again softly, like she soothe the shock, maybe ] It could take a long time, or we could get really lucky right away. But I'm going to be with you the whole time. We'll find it together, yeah?

[Peter doesn't know how to explain the many different things he's feeling, mostly happy but also concerned, and kind of anxious to boot. He's worried not only about them but the universe in general. Is what he experienced back home a cross-dimensional thing too? Did Thanos reach more than just his world? Will it affect them being able to find his home again? He is completely lost on how any of this works but he can't imagine a better partner to guide him than Gwen. He trusts her completely.

He nods in understanding, looking a little like a deer caught in headlights, but he's calmed by the idea of her being there with him.]

Who would've thought crossing time and space would be so complicated?

[Grinning, Peter presses his smile into her shoulder for a few long moments, taking a deep breath.]

Thank you for helping me. I don't think I could've handled this without you.

[ he hides his face against his shoulder and she just scratches a hand through his hair, knowing she just threw a lot at him very quickly. there might've been a more tactful way to do this, but when is gwen ever really all that tactful? she presses a kiss to his hair, just holding him for now, because she doesn't really want to let go anytime soon, nope ]

If there's one thing I've gotten really good at, it's running around different universes. Not- recently, obviously, but it's not so intimidating for me anymore. You'll get the hang of it, too. Plus, I can introduce you to the other Web Warriors. I kinda want to introduce you to the whole cosmos, just everybody I've ever met. So this'll be fun. [ her voice is quiet, but confident. she really does believe they'll find his world in no-time. ] I really can't wait to meet your Aunt May.

That would be so awesome. I can't wait to meet more people like us.

[He squeezes her again, the smile on his face refusing to disappear no matter what else he may be feeling. Above all else he's happy.

Thinking of May too long will make him get emotional but he agrees wholeheartedly.] Me too! She would like you a lot, I just know it. I've never taken anyone home to meet her before. [because he's never had a serious girlfriend before Gwen but still-]

I just... don't know what to expect when we do make it there. [But that isn't something he can worry about much until he actually makes it back. Nothing they can do from here as much as it kills him.]

It's- probably going to be a mess, to be honest. If Thanos- If he did what you said he wanted to do, however you ended up here? It's going to be tough to undo. But with my watch working, I can pull people from anywhere to come help, figure out how to get everyone back where they belong. The multiverse kinda owes me.

[ she grins, and she pushes her nose against his so they're kinda mushed against each other but it's only because she's maybe trying to pass on her optimism that way. it's possible that's what she's trying to do. ]

We'll figure it out. I promise.

[The mushing optimism works and Peter's mouth spreads wider into a smile. He doesn't want to be down in such a happy moment nor does he want to be a negative Nancy. It isn't like him at all. No, getting back to his reality won't be easy, but he has a good feeling that they'll manage it together.]

I trust you. [Emphasized with a squeeze around her again, he seals the mush with another kiss.]

So um... [His voice trails off once pulling back to look at her, face a little red.] You're not drunk, right? I mean, I know drunk you and you don't seem it.

I'm not drunk.

[ it makes her laugh though, even if she's trying not to, because it's a legit question, okay, she was a little loopy before. but this stuff is- sobering, in a good way. makes it easier to figure out if she's still feeling the effects of the couple drinks she had or if she's just being silly. but yeah. realizing she's really in love with her boyfriend was enough to get her to focus a little better. ]

I'm probably still dehydrated? Should probably eat something... [ she looks sideways for a second, but she grins again because no she's not really distracted ] I'm pretty dang sober. Cross my heart. [ she is taking a few slow, tiny steps back in towards the kitchen though, arms still around him so he can travel with her ] I kinda wanna reheat that pizza from the other day. It can be- celebratory feelings pizza.

[The steps back make him waddle along with her and he hums in thought, feeling so lighthearted and happy as they make it back into the kitchen.]

Leftover pizza sounds like the perfect reward. Especially the one from last night oh my god.

[Peter kisses her forehead happily, still clinging to her as he tries to waddle toward the fridge next, one arm around her still as he opens the fridge to grab the box. There's still more than enough for the two of them.]

I was gonna make you a fort too but maybe we can just eat in bed?

Oh, I don't know. Sharing super cheesy pizza in bed with my incredible boyfriend? You've given me a lot to think about here, babe.

[ said as she's waddling them over to the oven, turning so he can put the pizza box down on the stove or the counter if he wants, as she reaches to turn the oven on. and then! she's squeezing him close again, burying her face against his neck as she hugs him ]

Iloveyou.

[ mumbled against his neck, yes, sorry if that tickles but she just wanted to say it again ]

[He doesn't know what to do with himself anymore at this rate. The relief in knowing they can be honest about feelings and openly declare how they feel is so nice. Even if it came out of a slightly tipsy and hurried text, Peter wouldn't change it for a thing.

Pressing a smile to her head, he puts the box down and wraps his arms around her shoulders, letting her hide for now.]

Iloveyoutoo.

[Muffled into her hair, he dips his head to kiss her ear next, repeating the words there quietly.]

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