Spider-Verse: The Web of Deception.

Chapter 15: Chapter 14: The Strings begin to snap.



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The morning light barely pierced the grey clouds that hung over New York City, casting the skyline in an eerie, muted glow. A soft wind rustled through the trees as the world below went on, oblivious to the forces of chaos that were beginning to converge.

The Spider-Men sat in their hideout, the faint hum of the city outside the only sound as they carefully went over their plans. Andrew Garfield's Spider-Man paced back and forth, his mind racing. Tom Holland's Spider-Man sat quietly at the table, fingers tapping against the wood nervously. Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man, ever calm, leaned against the wall, observing the two younger heroes as they spoke.

"We've been sitting here for hours," Andrew muttered, glancing up at the others. "And I still don't feel like we have a solid plan. Every time we think we've got a grip on what Doflamingo is doing, he pulls something else out of the hat. It's like we're chasing shadows."

Tom sighed, rubbing his eyes. "I know. But that's what he wants us to do. He's playing with us, making us think we're always one step behind. We need to break the cycle, but we can't do it by just reacting."

Tobey's voice cut through the tension. "We need to make him think we're the ones who are lost. Let him believe we're scattered and disorganized. That's how we can get close to him without him realizing it."

Andrew stopped pacing and turned to Tobey, a hesitant but impressed look on his face. "That's... not a bad idea. But how do we get him to think we're disorganized?"

"We need to play the part," Tobey said, his expression thoughtful. "We let Doflamingo think we're divided. We need to go into our respective worlds and make it seem like we're isolated vulnerable. Only then will we have a shot at striking."

The weight of their plan hung in the air, heavy with uncertainty. Each of them knew the risks. They were essentially playing into Doflamingo's hand, but it was the only way they could get close enough to confront him. If they played their cards right, they could catch him off guard.

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Doflamingo's Web Tightens

In the shadowy recesses of the multiverse, Doflamingo sat in his lair, watching the Spider-Men with a cruel smile on his face. The screens before him flickered, showing the images of the three heroes, each working in isolation. He had anticipated this move. They were playing into his hands, unknowingly walking right into his trap.

"Fools," Doflamingo whispered, his voice dripping with amusement. "They think they can fool me. They think they can outsmart me." He leaned back in his chair, savoring the moment. "But they're not the ones pulling the strings. I am."

He stood up and strode to a nearby control panel, tapping a few buttons. On the screen, the faces of some of his most dangerous minions appeared: Norman Osborn, Doc Ock, the Vulture, and a dozen others, each of them working to solidify Doflamingo's plan.

"Get ready," Doflamingo said to his underlings, a dark glint in his eyes. "The final phase is about to begin."

He had no intention of letting the Spider-Men succeed. They were but pawns in his grand scheme, and soon, they would be powerless to stop what was coming.

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The Illusion of Peace

The Spider-Men's plan was set into motion. They had split up, returning to their own worlds, determined to make themselves appear weak, vulnerable, and disorganized. It was a risky move, one that could easily backfire if Doflamingo figured it out too soon.

In Andrew's world, the streets of New York seemed quiet. He swung through the city, making his way to a familiar rooftop. His heart raced, a deep sense of unease settling in his chest. Every step he took felt heavier than usual. For the first time in a long time, he felt the weight of the responsibility he carried.

He stopped on the rooftop, staring down at the bustling city below. The calmness of the moment seemed surreal. Was it really this easy to fool Doflamingo? Or was he being set up? He couldn't shake the feeling that something was off.

In Tom's world, the city was just as still, but the air was thick with the pressure of unspoken thoughts. Tom found himself staring at his reflection in a storefront window, his mind racing. He could feel the familiar tension in his body, the sense that he was living in a moment that would define everything that followed. Was he really ready for the consequences of this plan? He wasn't sure.

Meanwhile, in Tobey's world, things felt more familiar. He had faced worse challenges darker days, but now he found himself alone again, even though he was surrounded by the familiar streets of his home city. The loneliness gnawed at him, the doubt sinking in as the reality of their situation set in.

The three Spider-Men continued their charade, each pretending that they were not working together, each pretending that they had lost the sense of camaraderie they once shared. But deep down, they knew that if Doflamingo caught wind of their unity, they would be finished before they even had a chance to strike.

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Doflamingo's Revelation

Meanwhile, back in Doflamingo's lair, the mastermind watched the Spider-Men's every move. His plan was coming together beautifully. The Spider-Men had fallen for his trap, and soon, their isolation would be their downfall.

But something caught Doflamingo's attention. A small, subtle change in the Spider-Men's behavior. He leaned forward, his eyes narrowing as he analyzed the data. A frown slowly formed on his face. "They're not as disorganized as I thought," he muttered, tapping a few buttons to zoom in on the footage.

For a brief moment, the screen flickered, showing the Spider-Men interacting, not in person, but through encrypted messages, coordinating their actions from afar. Doflamingo's face twisted into a dark grin. "So they're not as foolish as I thought. But it doesn't matter. They're still playing my game."

He began to form a plan of his own, one that would not only take advantage of their vulnerabilities but also break them down mentally and emotionally. The isolation would only last for so long before they would start questioning their choices, their sense of purpose.

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A Trap Within a Trap

The tension was building. The Spider-Men were playing their parts, but Doflamingo was not going to let them escape so easily. As the days passed, he set his plans in motion, sending his minions to quietly infiltrate the worlds of each Spider-Man.

Norman Osborn, in his Green Goblin persona, was sent to Andrew's world, lurking in the shadows, watching for the perfect moment to strike. Doc Ock was unleashed in Tom's world, subtly manipulating events, sowing chaos without revealing his true intentions. And the Vulture was tasked with keeping an eye on Tobey's world, waiting for the opportune moment to pull the trigger.

Each of these villains was working for Doflamingo, unaware of the greater game they were all a part of. They believed they were on a mission of their own, but in reality, they were all just tools meant to break down the Spider-Men one piece at a time.

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The Calm Before the Storm

The Spider-Men continued to maintain their ruse, but as the days went on, cracks began to appear. Tom found himself constantly looking over his shoulder, the weight of the plan wearing on him. Andrew was growing restless, questioning whether their plan was actually going to work. Tobey's stoic demeanour began to show signs of cracking under the pressure.

They were feeling the strain. The isolation was taking its toll. But what they didn't realize was that Doflamingo's web was tightening around them, and soon, they would be caught in the snare.

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End of Chapter 14.

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