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“So what’s the plan?”
You were with Eddie in his apartment, figuring it was best to stay out of your own place since it was compromised. Eddie was sitting at the table watching you cook.
“Well, considering I got a call-”
“Wait you got a call from the person hunting you down?”
“Yes… the person I used to work for… well, organized crime has levels and what not, the person I was under was Markus. I know him well enough to know that he’s here in San Francisco, making sure this mess is cleaned up. He called me the other day, and he’s probably the one who keeps sending people to kill me.”
“Why would he come all the way out here?”
“Efficiency. He believes in the whole ‘if you want something done right do it yourself’ idea. He’s not gonna trust his underlings to deal with me alone, he also knows I’m not an easy target.”
“So how do we take him down?”
“I was thinking I could call him and set up a meeting.”
“That’s a horrible idea.”
“ I agree. ”
Venom showed himself, his head floating by Eddie. He had been quiet for the most part. It was strange when he revealed himself, but you were so fascinated as well. It explained a lot of Eddie’s weird behavior if anything, or maybe it was Venom. You were rather used to strange things, so Venom was the strangest you had come to contact with to date.
“It’s not. Markus has some respect for me, and this is all about sensitive information I have. If I tell him that I can hand over the intel, he’ll meet me.”
“That sounds like you’re making a trap for yourself.”
“I thought you’d be my back up, make it a trap for them.”
“Oh, so we’re just gonna kill them. I thought we’d actually use the intel you have and get them arrested.”
“First off, we’re in San Francisco, not Chicago, so having them arrested won’t go well. Second, whatever I know is probably old news. Markus would have changed routines, so what I have is old news, it’s useless.”
“If that was true why is he still after you.”
“Cause you don’t just walk away from that kinda life. It will look bad on Markus if he lets me live.”
“ How do you know he won’t kill you immediately? ”
“I’m sure Markus will amuse me.”
“Alright, so if this meeting goes down what do you want me to do?”
“Well, once I have a location, I was thinking you take out the power and you do your thing.”
“My thing?”
“Yeah, you and Venom do your superhero thing. I’ve looked at reports of this monster type thing helping around.”
“ We’re famous, you never told me that. ”
“People don’t consider us heroes because someone eats the bad guys.”
“ That was the deal. It’s the best way to eat. ”
“I’m not saying it’s a bad thing. To some people you’re definitely a hero, others, maybe a monster. You seem fine either way to me.”
“Thanks.”
“Well, after dinner I’ll make a call and hope it all goes for the best.”
“And if it doesn’t?”
“Well cross that bridge when we get to it.”
“ Moving on, when will food be ready? ”
“Give me like, thirty minutes Venom.”
“You know you really didn’t have to cook dinner.”
“Maybe not but gotta earn my keep here don’t I. Besides I said I was going to do so anyway.”
Once you put the food in the oven you sat down at the table with Eddie. You were acting calm but on the inside you were terrified. He had a point, about you setting up a trap for yourself, but at least you could be sure that despite the outcome it would be over.
“You don’t seem like a trouble maker.”
“Thanks. I try to keep a low profile, but sometimes life has other plans for you.”
“Oh I know it does.” Eddie looked over at V. “I think worked out for me.”
“ Awe, Eddie. ”
“Then let’s hope it all goes well.”
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You were nervous about making the call but it had to be done. You knew Markus well enough to know he’d amuse you, but whatever happened once you met was beyond your control. You told Markus you had a drive with all your intel, having kept it as insurance incase you were found. You were willing to turn it over so he’d stop haunting you, he agreed.
The meeting was set up by the docks, one of the abandoned buildings in the area. It would be harder to find a power source out there but you were still up to try. You knew you couldn’t actually go armed, you would be patted down and if anything was found on you, it would be disastrous. For this to work you had to put all your faith with Eddie and Venom.
“This is very dangerous.”
“You think so?” You joked. “I think it will be easy.”
“ Why don’t I go with y/n? ”
“What?”
“That’s a bad idea V.”
“Wait, what’s he talking about?”
“V… he’s talking about… bonding with you.”
“Bonding?”
“Yeah, it’s what he did with me when we met. He’s got my back and makes sure bullets don’t make me bleed. Then thing is, it’s dangerous. It seems I’m a good match for V, but you might not be, which means trying to bond could end up killing you.”
“ Oh, right. ”
“I see, well, I appreciate the thought Venom, but I can handle myself.”
“ We’ve got you, y/n. ”
“I know you do.”
“When are you meeting them?”
“Tonight, you got the address right?”
“Yeah. Me and V can scope out the place, take out the power and deal with them.”
“Right, then lets finish this.”
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Walking towards the building without a weapon made you feel naked. Upon arrival you were greeted by familiar faces. You held up your drive as they patted you down and then led you inside. Typical hideout, men walking around with guns, who knew what else Markus was up to while in San Francisco.
You were taken to a room, clearly the current office of the big man in charge. When you walked in you were greeted by Markus sitting at his desk. He had the usual cocky grin on his face. Despite him being out to kill you, you knew he did a good job.
“Long time no see.”
“I would say it’s a delight, but it’s not.” You said. “But I’m glad you didn’t shoot me when I showed up.”
“We had a deal didn’t we.”
“Yes we did.”
You handed over the drive, or well tried to. Another person took the drive and handed it to Markus. You rolled your eyes but let it go. Markus already had a laptop with him and looked over the contents of the drive. You hadn’t been lying, you figured maybe one day you would actually do the right thing.
“It’s quite a lot on here.”
“Well, you forget my position, I knew a lot.”
“You know, you were one of my best. It’s a shame you had to throw it away.”
“You may be living the good life but not everyone feels that way.”
“Never saw the bigger picture did you.”
“I never meant to get involved in your life style.”
“Well you did and you should know how it ends.”
“Oh I do.”
The room suddenly went dark, everyone going on high alert. You smirked, glad Eddie was keeping up with his part of the plan. When you walked in you quickly scoped out your surroundings, so it was no trouble finding cover. Gun fire suddenly roared to life.
“So you didn’t come alone.” You heard Markus shout. “I thought you had honor.”
“Same here!”
When you had the chance you attacked one of the guards and took their gun, shooting at the others in the room. Screams came from outside along with other inhuman sounds. You chuckled, managing to get out of the room and find cover elsewhere. You thought you were safe but you were suddenly grabbed and pulled up on your feet, gun pressed against your head.
“Whoever is here, call them off, now!”
You groaned, hating yourself for getting caught but you did as you were asked. You screamed out for Venom to stop. By then it had gotten pretty quiet. Windows around you were shattered, people clearly having been thrown out of them. There was a bit of light, and slowly Venom stepped in it.
The person holding you started shaking, seeing this huge beast approach. Venom snarled making the other scream and fire at it. Nothing really happened and the gun ran out of bullets by the time Venom was towering over both of you. You were smiling and waved at Venom.
“ Hello, y/n. Are you alright? ”
“I’m good, no scratches. Took care of Markus, I think, his corpse should be in the room over there.”
“ I can go take a look. ”
“No, hold on there!”
The guy holding you got the guts to speak. You rolled your eyes and flipped them over, before you could do anything else Venom grabbed them and that was it. You were shocked by what you saw, but couldn’t find anything to say.
“Thanks.”
“ No problem. ”
“Um, the room over there, Markus was in there, not so sure if he’s dead.”
“ I’ll check it out. ”
“Thanks.”
You made your way outside, hearing some screams behind you. It was dark out, but the stars kept you company. Eventually Eddie joined you.
“That was honestly easier than I thought.” You smiled. “Guess things are always better when you have help.”
“So, new life, how does that feel?”
“Refreshing. There’s so much I wish I could change and I’m not so happy with how this had to end, but it feels like a weight off my shoulder.”
“Happy I could help, and Venom is thankful for the food.”
“Well, he’s welcome, perhaps I can get you something too.”
“You already cooked dinner yesterday, how about I take you out.”
You blushed. “That would be nice.”
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Dinner honestly helped you get your mind off what had happened. You didn’t feel bad, you just wish things didn’t have to end that way. Now with everything out in the open it was easier to talk to Eddie, no need to hide your past or watch what you say. The night started out worrisome but ended nicely.
“Thanks for everything, Eddie, and Venom too.”
“No problem.”
You were both rather shy and awkward when you got back to the apartment. It definitely wasn’t the best idea or right time to spend the night together, but you both clearly did. Although neither of you had the guts to say anything.
“Well, get some rest, I think we both need it.”
“Night, y/n.”
Eddie shyly waved and went into his apartment. He was glad with how the night went, Venom teasing him, clearly knowing how he felt. He was walking towards his room when everything suddenly shock. He was knocked off his feet and he heard an explosion.
“ Eddie! ”
“V… I’m alright…”
“ What was that? ”
“I don’t know…” Eddie heard a cat meow, noticing it run into his room. “Oh shit, y/n!”
Eddie stumbled on to his feet, heading towards the front door. It was off its hinges and he noticed the smoke and fire from across the hall. He didn’t think twice before going into your place, despite Venom’s pleas to be careful.
“Y/n!”
He saw a hand in the rumble and made his way over. The smoke was thick, he was coughing a lot but he didn’t care. He got to you, moving away the rumble.”
“Y/n.”
You coughed. “Guess… they had… a contingencies… should have known.”
“It’s okay, you’re gonna be alright, I’ll get you out of here.”
“No… I’m not… moving me… bad idea… it’s okay Eddie…”
“I’m sorry, I-”
“Not your fault…”
“ I can help them. ”
“What? How V?”
“ I heal you, I can heal them. ”
“No, if you bond with them-”
“ They’re already dying Eddie. ”
“H...how? The fire will hurt you.”
“ Kiss them. ”
“What?”
“ Kiss them, Eddie! On the mouth, deeply. ”
“I knew what you went, didn’t need instructions.”
Eddie gently grabbed you and pulled you onto his lap. He didn’t have much time so he leaned down and kissed you. You didn’t hear what he had been saying, fading in and out of consciousness but when he kissed you were awake. You didn’t know what was happening but you felt something crawling inside you.
You felt like you needed to fight but you were far too injured to do so. You didn’t know what to say or do, but you suddenly felt something growing around you. Your vision changed and you were hearing Venom’s voice in your head. You were still dazed and unsure of what he was saying. Next thing you knew you were on your feet and had Eddie in your hands, getting out of your apartment and getting to a roof across the street.
Once Venom retreated you gasped, feeling yourself, and seeing how all your injuries were fine. You felt fine, and it made no sense why. Then you noticed Eddie at your side, coughing his lungs out.
“Eddie! Holy shit, what happened?”
“I’m… fuck, I’m okay, what about you?”
“I… I’m fine… I just don’t…”
“It was Venom…”
“What?”
Venom showed himself, his head floating around and you realized he was connected to you. The pieces fell into place then.
“Venom… you… saved me?”
“ Yes. ”
“Eddie told me it was dangerous for you to bond with me?”
“ You were dying… we had to do something. ”
“You’re compatible.” Eddie said, having caught his breath. “That’s good.”
“Yeah… I feel…”
“Powerful?”
“ Awesome. ”
“Yeah, both of those. I can see why you two stick together.”
“Sorry about your home. I saw your cat in my place, so, they’re okay.”
“They got nine lives, so of course. I didn’t have much anyway.”
“I’m glad you’re alive.”
“I wouldn’t be without you. Honestly I don’t think I was supposed to make it, which means the big guys back in Chicago probably think I’m dead.”
“So you really are free.”
“My past up in flames, poetic. Although I’m sorry your place got caught up in the explosion.”
“I just need to fix my door really.”
“I’ll pay for that.”
“You don’t have to.”
“I do, if I wanna ask to crash with you while I figured out my next move.”
“You know you could just stay.”
Eddie reached over and took your hand, Venom joining in on the moment. You looked at him with a smile.
“I like the sound of that.”
“ Now kiss. ”
You both laughed, looking over at V.
“Really?”
“Didn’t we just do that?”
“I think maybe Venom misses you.”
“Well at least I know he’s in good hands with you.”
Venom pushed you closer to Eddie and you chuckled. What stranger place for a first date. You leaned in and kissed Eddie, Venom once again getting in on the action. You never thought a fresh start would be so different, but then again in your line of work, strange was your normal.