Chapter 155 - 151
In the spacious SHIELD training room, Peter stood, now clean-shaven but still hesitant without his Spider-Man suit. Dressed in a simple gray checkered jacket with a stand-up collar and black sweatpants, he tried using his abilities—shooting webs, clinging to surfaces, his spider-sense—but each attempt failed, his powers seemingly vanished.
As he sparred with a highly skilled agent, Peter struggled. Without his spider-sense, he was unable to anticipate the agent's attacks, and he looked like a helpless novice in combat. His instincts were dulled, and the physical abilities he had once relied on—his superhuman strength, coordination, agility, speed, and reflexes—were all noticeably weakened.
Outside the training room, Fury and Hill watched through the glass.
"It's strange," Hill remarked. "According to his blood tests and physicals, his baseline strength should be off the charts. Why is he so weak?"
Fury's single eye narrowed thoughtfully. "The moment he started doubting himself, his confidence and belief wavered. He's not the Spider-Man he used to be."
Fury continued, "Mind, spirit, and body are connected. When someone's mental strength is strong, it can unlock extraordinary physical potential. But when self-doubt and denial creep in, it's like a car with a rusty engine—slow and unable to start. That's exactly what's happening to Peter Parker. His self-doubt is stopping him from fully accessing his abilities."
Hill nodded thoughtfully. Fury added, "Even though his body is still strong, he needs a jumpstart."
"How?" Hill asked.
Fury turned to her, a cold smile forming. "It's your turn, Ms. Mary. I think you'll enjoy this."