Part 2. FINALLY FINISHED. I wanna punch myself for taking so long. Also I gave up like halfway so the ending is rushed, and I apologize for the sloppiness.

Reina_de_Naipes

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Peter froze and felt his mind shut down. His fingers loosened the grip on his phone that it nearly fell out of his hand. His mouth went agape and his eyes widened as he stared at Danny's word with unblinking eyes. He didn't know what to feel at the moment, but he sat in shock.

Here, I'll send you this

The image showed Danny's contact, displaying very clearly Matt's name as well as the number. The number was the exact same as the number Peter received the text from. Peter felt his mouth run dry, and his blank mind started running with a huge number of thoughts and questions again. One thing became clear to him, however the mystery man was indeed Matt Murdock. Peter couldn't think clearly with all of the thoughts and questions piercing his conscious. He stared at his phone, unaware of the passing time just staring at the number, and Matt's name. Well, shit, what should he do now?

Dude? You ok? You didn't faint did you?

His phone alerted Peter out of his trance and of Danny's obvious worried text, so Peter typed with shaky fingers.

Yea, I'm fime

Typos

*Yeah

*Fine

Peter took some deep,steady breaths to try and calm his speeding heart. But, he still felt the deep rooted panic. Peter gave himself a chance to breathe, and think before he messaged back. So, he was right, it was Matt. Now he had to figure out what he should do next. At the moment, he was at a loss. He obviously should contact Matt and talk about it face to face, but he felt too afraid to do that. Mostly because he didn't remember what happened, and he didn't know how Matt felt about it. What if he hated him? Peter felt his stomach drop at the thought, even though he didn't know Matt that well, the thought of Matt hating him just made him want to disappear. He felt his head start to hurt again because of all the stress, and what he imagined Matt might say to him made his chest tighten until he felt pain. He felt some sort of guilt. Since it was his fault he drank his own weight in alcohol. He muttered several curses, pulling his brown locks, the frustration and anxiety he felt drowned him. He has not felt this overwhelmed in a while, and his intrusive thoughts found the opportunity to make him feel even worse at the moment. He felt like the worst being on earth. He rubbed his temple, and grabbed his phone again, he rode his hopes on Danny. Maybe he could suggest something helpful, he highly doubted it since Danny hasn't had a relationship yet, but it was worth a shot.

Danny, I feel bad. What if I did something really bad.

Peter, I'm sure you would have enough sense

Even if you were drunk

To not do something bad

Besides if you did, I would find out from Matt,

Or at least figure it out

And I would be beating you senseless right now.

Is that supposed to make me feel better?

Kinda. I'm just saying that you got nothing to worry about

You say that, but I don't know what to do

Just talk to him

Hell No! He might tell me I'm

Like a freak or something

And start avoiding me

Dude all you did was have consensual sex

Besides you're not a freak, you forget Matt's friends with Jess and I

She's gonna beat you if she finds out you said that

Good thing this is PM

Ok, ok if you're really that nervous

I'll come with you

But, it's embarrassing

God

Peter this isn't gonna resolve by itself

What're you gonna do if you won't talk to him?

Just stay quiet and live with the shame until I die

Nope

Not an option

Also you do realize you'll have to talk to him anyways

You two are project partners

Shit, I forgot about that

Peter there is a chance here

If you talk with Matt about the night

You could work things out

And eventually start going out

Yeah right

Come on! I'm serious! You're missing a big opportunity here

I could even feel your crush from a mile away when we see each other

How do you know he won't hate me

Matt is more forgiving to people who he thinks deserves it

Or who he feels aren't trash

And you're definitely not trash from what he told me

He

Talked about me?

Oh yeah, you two may not have met until the project

But, he said you were pleasant and hard working

Even cute ;)

Peter blinked, rereading the message Danny sent over and over. And slowly, his face burned with a red blush. Cute...Matt thought he was cute? Since when and for how long? His heart started racing once more, and he felt himself hide his face in his hand. He quietly grumbled to himself in embarrassment and a little flattery. It made him, actually very overjoyed.

And you haven't told me this because?

He told me not to tell you

Oh...

See? There's something going on here

Now, you can punch out your fears and talk to him

Or you can pine gayly like Miranda does Jessica

Gayly's not a word

WHO CARES

I have a feeling the option to pine gayly is out of question

You are correct

....

Fine

Alright

We should take this group chat again

Lemme get those two

Peter waited for the group chat to become active again. He sat back, his head lazily hung back on his chair as he stared absentmindedly at the ceiling. He felt nothing but anxious, about what Danny was planning, and about Matt. He wondered why he even went to the party. He could've just stayed at home and binge watch sci fi movies until he passed out from sleep. At least then he wouldn't have to deal with all of the stress he had now, and he wouldn't have created a hindrance in Matt's life. They would've just stayed acquaintances until the end of the project. He checked his phone again, feeling a little hopeless at that point and opened up the group chat.

DragonFisting, Lukedicrous, Drunk_on_Gay, Spider Pan have entered the chatroom

DragonFisting: Alright squad, we have a new mission

Lukedicrous: Mission?

Drunk_on_Gay: Squad?

Spider Pan: Oh god

Drunk_on_Gay: Does this have to do with Peter's mystery man?

DragonFisting: Actually funny story about mystery man

Lukedicrous: You found out who it was?

DragonFisting: Oh yes. You're gonna have to hold onto your seats

Drunk_on_Gay: Why? Is it someone we know? Oh god please don't tell me he fucked Wade

Spider Pan: NO!!

DragonFisting: GROSS NO

DragonFisting: Mystery Man is Matt you idiot   

Lukedicrous: Wait....

Drunk_on_Gay: Matt as in our Matt? Matthew Murdock? Matty?

Spider Pan: YES

Drunk_on_Gay:.....

Lukedicrous:......

DragonFisting: It's true. Here I came prepared with PROOF

Drunk_on_Gay: Holy fuck

Lukedicrous: Holy shit

Spider Pan: Danny I change my mind, I'm leaving

DragonFisting: You can't, I changed the settings so you can't leave

Spider Pan: Screw you

Drunk_on_Gay: How the fuck

DragonFisting: I guess they were both drunk, Peter doesn't remember

Lukedicrous: Did Matt say anything? You're the one that talks to him the most

DragonFisting: Kinda, he hasn't contact back in a few hours though. Anyways back to the matter at hand. Peter's feeling a little insecure about the whole thing, meaning he won't contact him when I tell him to. So, I thought we should help him.

Drunk_on_Gay: Do I have to?

DragonFisting: Do I have to bribe you?

Lukedicrous: Dude I'm busy

Spider Pan: Don't listen to Danny he's crazy

DragonFisting: Shut up

Drunk_on_Gay: We know he's crazy

DragonFisting: HEY

Lukedicrous: Just, say what you want to say. I know you won't shut up if you don't

DragonFisting: OK. So we just need to get Peter and Matt to talk to each other. So why not set them up on a date to let them talk it out and shit. We'll be there to observe

Spider Pan: NO NONO

Drunk_on_Gay: Why should I get involved in this drama?

DragonFisting: Because Matt's your friend and I'll bring some more of that rare alcohol you liked.

Drunk_on_Gay: ....Fine. But, this drama is kind of interesting me so I'm in

DragonFisting: Awesome. Luke?

Spider Pan: WHY'RE YOU GUYS TALKING LIKE I'M NOT IN THE CHAT ASSHOLES

Lukedicrous: I wish I could, but like I keep repeating several times I'm busy. But, you better not make things worse otherwise I'll beat your head in

DragonFisting: Don't worry I got this. I'm not Wade

Spider Pan: I hate everything

Lukedicrous: Alright then I'm out. Good Luck Peter

-Lukedicrous has left the chat

DragonFisting: Alright, here's the rundown. I'll contact Matt tomorrow, and when some time passes I'll ask you to contact him, and I'll give you specific information including time and place and all that. Think you can do that?

Spider Pan: I guess...

DragonFisting: Jessica you and I are stakeout. I'll discuss more in PM

Drunk_on_Gay: Whatever

Spider Pan: ?

DragonFisting: Mission make Matt and Peter canon is a go, I'll go contact Matt

Drunk_on_Gay: You sound like a rabid fangirl

-DragonFisting has left the chat

Drunk_on_Gay: Ugh, I guess I'll wait for that idiot. Ttyl Peter

Spider Pan: Bye...

-Drunk_on_Gay and Spider Pan have left the chatroom

Peter felt even more stressed now. Danny tried to help him and he felt grateful, he didn't feel setting up the so called date was necessary, however. A date with Matt just the sound of that...made him strangely happy. He still had feelings of apprehension and guilt, but just the thought of having time with Matt to talk about things, it felt calming. He ignored the fact that he would have to talk about that night for a minute. Maybe he just couldn't take the stress of the current situation, but nevertheless the idea of taking Matt out somewhere whenever they wanted to. Or hang out and be together in their own comfortable space. It all made his heart race, and he felt himself feel lighter. He just hoped whenever this date will happen, that everything goes well. He decided to go back to his bed, and just lie and wait. Also order take out because he definitely didn't want to exert energy walking outside today. Good thing there wasn't much crime either, then again someone else could take care of it. Preferably someone more capable than he felt at the moment. He sighed heavily, sluggishly picking himself up from the chair, and trudging back up the stairs to wait.

It took Danny about a few hours to get back to Peter, and in that time he already finished his take out and had taken a shower. So, Danny was slow. But, it was the dreaded time, Peter wished he could just vaporize into the air right about now. But, he took a deep breath and read over what Danny sent him until he felt ready. With shaky fingers he typed and sent the first message.

Hey Matt, it's me Peter

Then he waited with a rapid beating heart. All of the air getting knocked out of him when his he got the notification. He felt his mouth go dry once more as he read the reply.

Hey Peter

Simple, but enough for Peter to become flustered already.

Danny told me to text you and honestly I'm kinda nervous

Yeah, I just talked with him 10 minutes ago

Nervous about what?

Just, uh

Peter gulped, he could feel his anxiety getting the better of him. He went to Danny's text again, skipping over the rather, unhelpful, parts and then going back.

I wanted to talk about

You know what happened

Only if you're ok with it

Yeah

Just needed some time to process

That's cool, uh

So did you want to meet with me at the coffee shop on 47th?

At noon tomorrow?

Sure

Just one question

You're not going to try one of those pickup lines again are you?

No!

I can assure you I am completely sober and flirt free

Hm, aw

That's disappointing

Peter blinked staring at the message. Did he read that correctly?

Anyways I gotta head off for something

Sorry for leaving so abruptly

That's ok!

So I'll see you tomorrow?

Yeah

Coffee shop on 47th at noon

I'll see you then!

The messages stopped there as Peter stopped receiving messages. He sat back in disbelief. Did that just happen? He successfully asked Matt out on a mock date? His lips twisted and formed a wide grin, he felt elated in the moment. Even pumping his fists in the air letting a loud cheer sound in his quiet room. His cheeks burned a bright red, but he was alone so he felt no need to be embarrassed. He pushed off all of the anxiety, instead feeling oh so happy. Now he just needed to be patient enough for tomorrow, but his heart beat was loud enough to be a scream. His mind became impatient, and he laid down, staring at his ceiling as he dreamed of the many things that can happen if things went well. He sat back up with that stupid grin on his face because he remembered he needed to text Danny back. Once he shot the message, he decided to distract himself watching television. Only to immediately get hit with the news broadcast about an explosion in downtown that had injured police. A robbery had followed suit by the same man afterwards. He sat up alert, but as soon as he saw it had been taken care of he relaxed himself. The newscaster describing how the red suited hero, Daredevil, had been in the area the time and took him down. Peter watched the broadcast, interested in hearing more about how the situation became debunked, but mostly about Daredevil. Peter knew about him, a vigilante that fought crime whether big or small and protected the community of Hell's Kitchen. He's been getting bigger in the news lately. Peter actually fought with him a couple of times, he was a pretty witty guy Peter had to admit. They even shared the same humor much to his surprise. But, what impressed Peter most of all was his fighting ability, Peter would always observe beneath his mask the articulate way he moved. He fought with several martial arts techniques that made Peter feel a little inadequate. Just a little, he still thought his webs were slightly cooler and more efficient. He hasn't fought together with Daredevil in a while, but at least he's out there protecting the city, it would be fun to fight with him again though. Peter flipped through the channels settling on a movie, and he relaxed himself. And promptly fell asleep right afterwards, you can guess what he dreamt about.

The next morning Peter awoke pretty early, to prepare himself both physically and mentally before he went to meet Matt. He may have gone a little overboard when he looked himself in the mirror. Who would wear a suit to coffee? Besides they still had to discuss the whole ordeal, he remembered. He scrambled back to his room and just put on a nice shirt and blue jeans, perfectly casual, and he smoothed back his messy hair just to make himself not look like a mess. Checking his watch, he timed how long it would take him to get to the 47th via subway or bus from his apartment, and then how long it would take to get to the actual shop in his head. With a nod and quiet mumble of a pep talk, he ran out of his door to catch the next train. The journey went pretty well, except for the fact that the train became kind of crowded and he worried if he might die of suffocation before he got there. Other than that, he stood in front of the shop, hesitating to pull open the door. He quickly messaged Danny as well as Matt to notify his arrival, and he waited until Danny told him he and Jessica were already inside. He breathed in and then opened the door. The soft jingle of the bell resonated in his ear, and the aroma of coffee invaded his sense of smell, the place seemed empty when Peter scanned the area. That made him less anxious.

"Pssst Hey Peter!" Danny waved at him from another table, he and Jessica both sat at a lone table near a corner.

"Why're you guys crowded into a corner?" Peter asked as he walked over.

"So we can observe you two and come in in case anything goes wrong." Danny explained and then sipped his coffee nonchalantly. Peter looked between the two of them and the door, he was confused. "Then why don't you sit nearer to our table?"

Jessica intervened before Danny could answer, "Trust us on this. Matt's got ears like a hawk, if we sit too close he might know we're here. Just go wait at your table." Peter's eyes narrowed, still confused, but he still went and sat down. Occasionally he glanced back at them from time to time. Danny gave him a thumbs up, but then noticed something immediately turning back to Jessica.

"Why do you have your phone out?"

"Just in case something good happens." She said showing a toothy grin, Danny observed her mischievous expression and turned away quietly not wanting to know anymore. A few minutes afterwards they, as well as Peter, jumped at the sound of the bell and Matt walking through the door. Matt turned his head around seemingly getting adjusted to the atmosphere, Peter called out loudly to him, "Hey Matt over here!" Matt turned his head towards Peter's direction, and Peter blushed slightly at the little smile that appeared on his face. Matt walked cautiously, the rhythmic clicks of his cane resonated and guided him, Peter felt his heart accelerate as Matt sat down across from him. He couldn't afford to act like a lovestruck fool at the moment, however, he could do that in private. Now if he could speak up without feeling the need to vomit his insides out, that would make him feel a lot more calm and serious. Thankfully, Matt broke the ice, with a strangely gentle voice.

"So, I heard from Danny that you were pretty anxious yesterday." Matt explained nearly making Peter jump. Peter felt the need to punch his friend in the face as he wondered what Danny might've told Matt in the time before now. He focused again when Matt started speaking.

"Let me just apologize, I probably should have talked with you earlier." Matt confessed sounding a little guilty. Peter perked up thinking why should he apologize, and then he shook his head. As well as shouting, "No! I should say I'm sorry, I," He paused to think over what to say but then just sighed, "I didn't mean to drink so much, I think I just saw you at the party and I was too nervous to talk to you, so I just drank. I heard drinking loosens you up."

"You went overboard."

"Oh yeah definitely. I don't even remember what happened." Peter admitted rubbing his face in his hands.

"I remember some of last night, only up until a certain point..." Matt said and got cut off by Peter, "Really?!" He exclaimed, and felt a sudden feeling of relief and shock. He finally had the chance to learn, well at least a little, of what happened at the party.

"Yeah," Matt's lips pursed as he tried to remember, "I think people were talking about you, and how drunk you were. You were talking about random stuff, and apparently dancing all weird." Peter wanted to slam his head on the table at what Matt told him, the embarrassment came to haunt him again. "And then you found me, and started hitting on me." Peter nearly screamed, and the blunt way Matt delivered this information did not help the mortification.

"W-What did I say exactly?" He stuttered already a bright red. Matt thought for a moment.

"I think my favorite was, 'Hey how about I light up your world like one of these Christmas lights huh?'" He spoke, imitating the drunken slur he had that night. Peter did audibly groan at that, mumbling into his hands feeling the need to run and slam his head against a wall.

"I didn't realize you liked me that much. I must be one handsome guy huh?" Matt asked, he had a toothy grin on his face that made Peter's face feel warm. He reeled back in disbelief in how boastful he sounded just now, even Jessica gagged.

"Anyways," He continued, "I think you invited me to drink. And I lost control of myself too. Then everything's a blur, but apparently we did some fun stuff." Matt spoke in really cheeky tone, his eyebrows even going up and down. Peter felt a little confused, Matt acted way too nonchalant for a one night stand. Even if it was consensual. "Soooo, you're not mad at me?" He asked hesitantly and felt large appeasement when Matt shook his head.

"No, besides, you sure knew how to treat a guy."

"You mean you actually remembered?! It's not all fuzzy?!"

"Bits and pieces."

"Why didn't you tell me?"

"I just wanted to see your reaction." He let out a soft chuckle. Peter watched with wide eyes, was this Matt Murdock? He acted really goofy and sly, a real difference from how Peter imagined him. But, he wasn't about to complain, because this side of Matt just seemed really adorable to him. He felt himself growing calm, and even enjoying the atmosphere for once. Danny and Jessica observed carefully and watched at how Peter and Matt conversed with amused smiles and little laughs.

"Does this count as mission complete?"

Jessica sighed, a little disappointed that everything seemed to pass by smoothly. "I think. So we can leave?" He nodded and they both stood up quietly, signaling to Peter who was busy talking to Matt to notice. So, they just left the two to enjoy each other's presence. Peter on the other hand started snickering at Matt's one liners.

"By the way, I know you've been crushing on me."

Peter choked on his coffee, "Oh, Oh yeah..that.." He wheezed.

"I'll let you in on a secret. I like you too." Matt whispered, leaning back quickly after hearing Peter spit out his coffee and cough again. Peter took a moment to himself, before turning back very flustered. "Y-You do?! Since when?!" He asked.

"Since, hmm, the start of the project and I learned how hard working you were. I also asked Danny and he described some stuff, also I had time to myself to think about everything. It may just be infatuation now, but why not try dating? Besides we're each others first, and I don't want you to be reduced to a one night stand. So, how about it?" He asked, he waited patiently for the answer. Meanwhile, Peter screamed internally as he felt fireworks go off in his chest. If this was heaven he didn't want to leave.

"You're very calm about this."

"Externally yes. Maybe-"

"I'll totally go out with you! I've liked you since the start of the semester!" Peter announced loudly, Matt paused, and Peter watched as Matt's cheeks turned pink. "Oh." He mumbled. Peter felt a sense of pride quickly flare up, he made Matt Murdock blush even if it was small. He felt himself become lighter, he just felt so happy. And he figured Matt felt the same from the way he grinned slightly. The two flustered boys then spent the time to actually talk and learn more about each other, and they couldn't have been more satisfied with the connection they established. Peter couldn't wait for more dates, and more time to spend with Matt, he felt so optimistic of the future.

"Oh?" Matt fumbled in his pocket picking out his phone, the device reading out a text message to him in a quiet voice. Peter observed vastly intrigued.

"Foggy wants me back at our dorm for something. So i guess I gotta head out." Matt admitted sounding a little disappointed he had to leave early.

"That's ok! I mean, I'm a little busy today too. We can walk together to the train if you want." Peter offered sounding a little shy, but Matt nodded, maybe a little too eagerly.

"Already growing clingy I see."

"Says you Murdock." They both chuckled amused, stepping out of the shop. And finally walking together side by side.

Bonus:

They reached the entrance of the subway pretty quickly, and were about to bid each other goodbye. Until a piercing shout caught their attention. They turned in alarm and Peter saw an intimidating man sprinting down the street with some sort of weapon in his hands. Coincidentally heading in their direction, Peter panicked. He went to get into a defensive position, but before he could do anything Matt rushed forward. He hit his cane in the guy's kneecap before he turned and roundhouse kicked him to the ground. He acted quickly that Peter froze. He stared wide eyed at Matt, feeling shocked, but also a sense of deja vu. He felt, no wait he knew he saw those moves before. And the realization hit him with full force like a hammer to the face.

"Sorry, he was coming up really fast and I kinda panicked." Matt said his words sounding a little distressed. Peter silently, yet urgently, pulled Matt into a corner where people couldn't hear them.

"What?!" Matt exclaimed in shock from Peter's sudden move.

"I've seen those moves before." He explained, Matt himself froze, his expression turning panic. Peter noticed how he looked ready to bolt, so he spoke rapidly.

"You could be a ballerina with how high you kick." Peter said. A line he said towards a hero he teamed up with often. A look of realization came across Matt's face. Their actions, words and pretty much everything gave away the answer to the many questions in their minds.

"Wait.."

"YOU'RE DAREDEVIL??!"

"YOU'RE SPIDERMAN??!"

They both yelled in surprise. Well there's one more secret they learned about each other today.
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I'm burned out from this 9k one shot.

Also we both know Matt has radar sense so Jessica and Danny had to be very careful when they spied on the two.

Matt's a lot more, cheeky according to his character profile I found online

Also Jessica was hoping they would kiss so she could get it on film for blackmail