The Villainous Superhero Template (Marvel/DC)

"Your loyalty will bring you great benefits in the future."

After saying this, Peter prepared to leave.

His eyes glanced over and caught sight of a gift box.

"Oswald, what's this?"

"It's a locally brewed red wine, aged for quite some time. I was planning to give it as a gift."

Peter picked up the wine gift box.

"Consider this your welcome gift. If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave."

The Penguin quickly nodded.

"It's my honor, sir!"

In the next second, Peter disappeared. A few minutes later, he reappeared at his home in Queens, New York.

By now, Uncle Ben and Aunt May had already returned.

Originally, the three of them were going to enjoy a hearty steak dinner together, but George had come over earlier to extend another invitation. So, tonight's dinner would be at their place.

Peter changed his clothes, grabbed the wine gift box, and was about to leave when the system's notification sounded in his ear.

[Side Quest Completed!]

[You have received a special reward. You may choose one of the following four options.]

[Permanent Strength Enhancement.]

[Permanent Stamina Enhancement.]

[Rabbit Talisman usage upgraded from three months to permanent.]

[Rubber Fruit. Note! Choosing the Rubber Fruit will, based on its set up, make you vulnerable to seawater.]

[Hidden Achievement Unlocked: Oswald's Loyalty.]

[A person's misfortune often stems from their childhood. The Penguin is undoubtedly a ruthless killer, but you've conquered him with your charisma.]

[Reward: Ox Talisman!]

[Ox Talisman usage duration: three months.]

[The Ox Talisman multiplies your stamina and strength. Even a weakling can become strong enough to topple an elephant.]

[Long-term Quest: Zodiac Collection. I Lack Nothing Now (2/12).]

Peter's eyes gleamed. He hadn't expected the rewards to be so generous this time.

First, he ruled out the permanent strength and stamina enhancements.

Before heading to Gotham, he had purchased temporary strength and stamina potions from the points store.

Otherwise, even with the Rabbit Talisman, he wouldn't have been able to run all the way to Gotham in one go.

But now, with the Ox Talisman, which provided endless strength, he felt confident.

Although it only lasted three months, that was enough.

Peter was confident he could accumulate 200,000 points within three months to exchange for the Homelander template.

As for the Rubber Fruit…

It increased the user's flexibility, allowing their arms to stretch several meters and even bounce back bullets.

And in this world, there was no such thing as Seastone. Apart from seawater, almost nothing could counter Devil Fruits.

But it still felt like the cost-effectiveness wasn't high.

At this stage, the Rabbit Talisman was Peter's greatest asset.

If he missed this chance, he might never get a permanent upgrade again.

Moreover, Peter had a vague feeling that Homelander's speed combined with the Rabbit Talisman's speed could create a 1+1 > 2 effect.

"I choose the Rabbit Talisman, permanent!"

In the next second, the Rabbit Talisman hanging around his neck disappeared, turning into specks of white light that flowed into his body.

Now, he could use the Rabbit Talisman with even greater ease.

Meanwhile, the Ox Talisman inexplicably appeared in Peter's hand.

After collecting himself, Peter prepared to head next door to Gwen's house for dinner.

The system's notification sounded again, without warning.

[Fame System Unlocked.]

[You have gained public recognition: From Unknown → Slightly Famous.]

[The title 'The Punisher' is proof of your success.]

[Reward: 5,000 points.]

[Your total points: 21,350.]

[Keep up the good work!]

What an unexpected windfall!

Peter had been so cautious before because he felt that, with his current strength, he didn't have the capital to be reckless.

Based on his gaming experience, recklessness often leads to failure.

But now, it seemed he could start targeting larger criminal organizations.

Like Kingpin.

Punishing the criminals under his command would surely net him a hefty sum of points.

Well, he'd deal with that later.

Peter washed his face and went downstairs to knock on his neighbor Gwen's door.

"Hey, Peter, you're late!"

Gwen had clearly been waiting by the door for a while, as she opened it the moment he knocked.

Peter waved the bottle of wine in his hand.

"A specialty from Gotham. I just got back from there."

"Gwen, let Peter in. Dinner's ready!"

Gwen's mom called from the dining room.

"Coming!"

Meanwhile, George was venting to Uncle Ben.

"The pressure from above is immense. Not only do we have to deal with lawbreakers, but we also have to catch the Punisher and Spider-Woman!"

"God, why did New York suddenly get these two troublesome figures?"

"Ben, you have no idea the pressure I'm under!"

As they spoke, they noticed Peter and Gwen entering and promptly ended the conversation.

"Sit down." George smiled at Ben.

"You've got quite the nephew. Just by excelling academically, he's earned a fortune many people never see in their lifetime. Tonight, you're the star of the show."

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