This is a story idea branched from a chapter in my another story, Lost Soul. Below are the snippets from the universe of Captain Peter Parker where he was a former NOVA corps captain.
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NOVA CORPS BATTLESHIP
The holographic briefing flickered, casting distorted shadows across the Nova Corps battleship. Peter Parker, Captain of the Nova Star, tapped his foot impatiently, a scoff escaping his lips as Ko-rel, his rival and fellow captain, outlined the mission.
"Captain Ko-rel," his voice dripped with feigned respect, "are you sure you need backup for a simple pirate raid? Don't underestimate your own skills, darling."
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*AN* Wanted to add her comic appearance but the images are scarce so I went with GOTG game *AN end*
Ko-rel's glare held the icy bite of Xandarian winters. "This isn't about skill, Captain Parker. The intel suggests heavily armed pirates with hostages aboard the ship. Underestimating them could cost lives."
A flicker of annoyance crossed Peter's face. Ko-rel, ever the by-the-book soldier, always overshadowed him with her meticulous planning and unwavering obedience. Peter craved recognition, and Ko-rel's cautious approach felt like a personal slight.
Ignoring her warnings, Peter devised his own plan. While Ko-rel's team engaged the pirates head-on, Peter planned a flanking maneuver, intending to disable the ship's shields and expose the pirates on two fronts. In his mind, it was a stroke of brilliance, a way to outshine Ko-rel and claim the victory.
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AFTER THE MISSION
NOVA CORPS BATTLESHIP
MED-BAY
The sterile atmosphere of the medical bay was thick with tension. Ko-rel, battered and bruised, glared at Peter through the force field separating them. Her breathing rasped, each inhale a testament to the near-death experience Peter had caused.
"You could have gotten us all killed," she spat, her voice laced with venom. "What were you thinking, Peter?"
Peter, pacing restlessly, forced a smile. "Just taking initiative, darling. Didn't anticipate a slight miscalculation." He dismissed her accusation with a wave of his hand, but the tremor in his voice betrayed his facade.
Ko-rel scoffed. "Miscalculation? You nearly turned that ship into a tomb! Those lives lost... on your conscience, Parker."
Shame gnawed at Peter, but his pride wouldn't let him cede so easily. "Those pirates were armed, a danger to the hostages. My quick action-"
