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Peter had loved dancing since he was little. Maybe why he had dance recitals and danced whenever he had a moment. The problem was it was a hobby that he hadn’t told his boyfriend about. He just didn’t know how to tell Harley that he loved to dance. He had hidden it so well so maybe he made excuses when one of his old dance teachers asked him to help with a recital or they would ask him to teach some kid for them that was struggling and he couldn’t say no. He loved to help. Maybe that was why he was helping this one girl who was learning ballet for her girlfriend.
“Abby likes the dance but she can’t dance apparently two left feet but I want to learn,” Lila told him. He nodded as he asked her about the specific dance.
“My aunt used to dance to this one. She learns ballet as a girl and I think it will make her proud to know I learned it not just for her but for Abby. She really likes Abby and approves of us,” Lila said.
“That sounds incredible. I have an aunt like that too,” Peter told her. Lila seemed surprised. “When I came out to her she was supportive and with my boyfriend.”
“Aunts are the best,” Lila said. Peter nodded before they went over the dance again. It was late when they ended and her dad was supposed to pick her up but he was of course running late.
“So why do you teach dancing?” Lila asked.
“My dance teachers ask me. I took a lot of dance classes when I was younger. It was a way to cope with my parents’ death at first but now its just a hobby for me,” Peter explained. “I’ve been dancing since I was five years old. My mom used to dance and I felt a connection to her when I dance.”
“Your boyfriend must be impressed,” Lila said.
“He doesn’t know. I told him I was seeing a movie with my best friend tonight or I’ll tell him that I’m working my internship,” Peter explained. Lila seemed surprised by that.
“You should tell him,” Lila said. Peter just looked at the door. He could hear someone next to the studio door and he waited until a man came in. Something was bugging Peter about him though. His spider-sense was going off. Lila turned as confused.
“Hey, I’m here to pick up Lila,” the man said acting like a dad but Peter could tell he wasn’t.
“You aren’t my dad,” Lila said.
“Of course I am,” the man tried but Peter pushed Lila behind him.
“I’m sorry but I have to listen to Lila on this one,” Peter said. The man seemed irritated as he pulled out a gun.
“You will move out of the way or I will shoot you,” the man said. Peter told Lila to go into the closet. She did so as he looked at the man who shot at Peter but Peter jumped out of the way doing a twist as he realized he was dealing with a idiot. The man kept shoting as Peter got closer until he knocked him out and grabbed some rope and tied him up. He didn’t realized he was hit until he touched his shoulder and there was blood. He pulled off his shirt and pressed it to his arm as one of the teachers ran in and asked what happened. Peter asked them to call the police and told them he was just grazed. Lila came out and the teacher lead her to another room. Peter dealt with the cops as the teacher found out where Lila’s dad was and told Peter to go home once the cops left. Her mom was now picking her up. He left heading to the tower figuring Tony would think he was just patrolling. Helen gave him a look and threaten that she didn’t want to see him for a week as Harley hovered over him.
“You know my sister’s girlfriend was almost kidnapped today as well. You both are just seeking danger today.
“Must be one of those days,” Peter joked as Harley dragged him upstairs only for Peter to run into Lila who was being held by none other than Clint Barton. Another girl was there, Harley introduced the two. His sister Abby. Of course, his parker luck made it so he was dating his student’s girlfriend’s brother. He just hoped Lila wouldn’t say anything. Once she was done hugging her father, Abby introduced the two and Lila seemed surprised but played it off as nothing as Clint held her close. It was all good until Harley bumped into his shoulder and Peter yelped. Abby looked at him as Lila realized something.
“You got shot,” Lila said. Harley seemed confused on how she figured out as Peter muttered yes. “That’s why Madame Lucille wouldn’t let me see you.”
“Madame who?” Abby asked. Lila looked at Abby and then Peter.
“Its a long story but I can’t tell you because its a surprise,” Lila said. Natasha Romanoff then joined them as she looked over Lila.
“Okay, I want to know how Lila knew you got shot though,” Harley looked at his boyfriend.
“It’s fine,” Peter said. “I just stopped her from getting kidnapped cause we happened to be at the same place at the same time.” Harley seemed to realize he wasn’t going to get more as he turned to Lila and she confirmed. This cause Clint and Nat to thank him which he didn’t want. He didn’t need to be thanked for what he did. He was just a small time hero all the time. Spider-Man never was thanked why should Peter Parker. Eventually, Harley told them that Peter needed to rest as he slipped away into Harley’s room.
“So can I know the surprise for Abby?” Harley asked. Peter was concerned now. How would Harley react to finding out his secret hobby.
“How about I show you instead?” Peter suggested, before realizing his arm hurt so he could show Harley.
“Well,” Harley said.
“I just realized my arm is hurting,” Peter admitted. Harley shook his head chuckling as he kissed his boyfriend.
“Hopefully it will be better soon so you can show me,” Harley said.
“I have a recording, but you got to promise not to laugh at me,” Peter told him. Harley nodded as Peter pulled out his phone and pulled up the video of him dancing to the song Lila was learning. Harley seemed entranced as he watched. Peter kept watching him waiting for him to make some snide comment. When it ended Harley turned and smiled at him.
“Why didn’t you tell me that you danced?” He asked.
“Only May knows,” Peter admitted. “I just don’t tell people.”
“Well once you are healed I would love to see you dance,” Harley told him. Peter was surprised but he smiled as he kissed Harley’s cheek.
“You choose a song and I’ll come up with a dance,” Peter said. Harley smiled at him before a realization came over him.
“Lila is learning this dance for Abby,” Harley said. Peter nodded.
“She is amazing too,” Peter told him. “I take on students who need private lessons occasionally why I was with Lila today.” Harley smiled as he pulled Peter close.
“You just become more amazing the more I find out about you,” Harley said.
“Harls, my arm,” Peter whispered. Harley relaxed his arms as Peter rested on his shoulder. “Thanks.”
“No problem,” Harley told him. Peter closed his eyes as he fell asleep. “I love you, Peter Parker, and one of these days I want to get married and have two point five kids and just be happy with you.” Peter smiled as his dreams went to his future.
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Lila was beautiful as she danced. Peter had to admit that she was doing really well. Lila smiled afterwards. Nat was smiling at her proud of her niece as Abby pulled Lila into a hug thanking her.
“I had a great teacher,” Lila admitted.
“I’m sure you did,” Abby said.
“Oh trust me her teacher is great at dancing,” Harley said. Peter scoffed.
“Don’t even start Harley or I’ll just forget about it,” Peter told him. Harley looked at him and Peter rolled his eyes. He could hardly say no to his boyfriend.
“I’m still thankful you learned the dance,” Abby said.
“Maybe you can dance with me sometimes,” Nat suggested and Lila smiled.
“Can Peter join? He has some amazing dancing abilities,” Lila told her.
“He can if he wants,” Nat said.
“Wait Parker dances?” Tony asked.
“Don’t start,” Peter said.
“I mean I would expect gymnastics but dancing?” Tony asked him again.
“He doesn’t like to talk about it. Mary used to dance as well,” May told him.
“He is really spectacular,” Harley said. Peter was hoping the attention would go back to Lila now.
“Well I guess we will just have a dance night where Avengers and family can show off dance moves or maybe a talent show so we can find out some hidden talents,” Tony said. Harley seemed to agree as they all began to move the conversation on. Harley held on to Peter, glad that they found each other and the future they would have.