Chapter 4: Who's a good puppy? Yes, you are...

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Starbucks- New York:

Our four heroes walk back to the table, carrying their drinks, and a few croissants.

Steve: So what did you want to discuss?

Kamala: Well, our school choir is planning on holding a memorial concert at the statue of the fallen. After yesterday... well we can't cancel it. This is too important. But we need to be able to protect the people who want to mourn.

Kamala looks briefly at Michelle, who is looking down.

Kamala: We need your help.

Tony looks amused.

Tony: Well, isn't this an amusing situation... Well, I guess since you guys aren't Avengers... we can't really help you...

Kamala looks disdainful. The other Avengers look disbelieving.

Steve: Tony, you can't-

Kamala: Fine.

Everyone looks at Kamala.

Kamala takes a deep breath.

Kamala: We'll join the Avengers

Carol beams, and Tony looks pleased.

Miles and Sam smile, and Michelle hugs Kamala. Kamala giggles.

Miles: So, will you help us?

Steve: Yes... Tony don't say anything stupid.

Kamala gets a text. She checks it, smiles, and then gets an idea.

Kamala: Anyone mind if I bring a plus one?

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Stark Mansion-New York:

The doorbell rings, and Kamala goes to open it.

Kamala: Helloooo

Standing at the door, is a tall man, holding flowers and a leash tied to a giant dog.

Kamala: Lockjaw! Awww, I missed you too!

The dog lets Kamala clamber on his face, and wags his tail with happiness. The man looks unamused.

Robbie Reyes: Kamala.

Kamala: Roberto. How are you?

Roberto: Well, I was in the middle of a nap when you called me, so not that great.

Kamala: You texted me, so I just assumed you were awake.

Roberto: I have a teenage brother who has, like, the biggest crush on you. Why would I text you: "Hey Kams! U in town? Come over, we can hang out! smiley face."

Kamala snorts. Roberto looks annoyed.

Rob: You, Ms. Marvel, are insufferable.

Kamala: Then, why do you hang out with me?

Rob shrugs.

Rob: I find you amusing... and adorable.

Miles clears his throat from the back of the room. He, Sam, Michelle and Carol are staring at Kamala, in a very awkward way.

Miles: You gonna introduce us to your giant dog?

Kamala leads Lockjaw and Rob into the room.

Kamala: Guys, meet Lockjaw, the bestest doggy in the world, yes you are, and Roberto Reyes, the ghost rider, a huge nerd, big loser, blah blah blah. I called him to get my dog.

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