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Test Drive 1: Beachville

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Upon Arrival

Just ask anyone, Beachville is the most beautiful city anywhere! That's exactly what the NPCs will tell you with a genuine smile on their faces and a happy nod. It even just might be true. For a beach as crowded as it is, it's surprisingly clean! The sand is just right. Not too hot and soft to the touch. The water is so blue you can see marine life swimming just under the surface. A variety of multicolored fish. Dolphins. The occasional mermaid.

...yes, that was in fact a mermaid! They're playful, don't worry. They won't try to drown you, Maybe just knock you off your surfboard with a laugh and a flash of a shimmery tail as they swim off to who knows where.

There are still sharks in that very blue, very clear water, but they're not interested in you in the slightest. In fact, they seem very keen on avoiding you.

There's so much to do here in Beachville! There's fishing off the docks, well away from where people are swimming. There's a boardwalk with almost every shop imaginable. A tattoo artist, a piercing parlor, a place to buy silly souvenirs like hermit crabs in cages, or ridiculous shirts. There's so much food to be tried; Pizzas, Salt Water Taffy's, lemonades of various flavors and some of the best burgers and fries you've ever had!

If the day-life isn't for you, wait until dark. The amusement park (which opens at sunrise and runs until 2 AM), lights up the night in a fantastic and colorful display, the sounds of the roller coasters and laughing guests heard for miles around, and part of the docks turns into an open air nightclub, complete with dance floor, beverages for all and alcohol for anyone over eighteen. Don't try to trick the bartender. They'll know.

If the hustle and bustle and noise of the beach isn't for you, don't worry. There are many resorts nearby with their own private swimming pools and entertainment. There are coffee shops on almost every street, various boutiques and curios to look at and a movie theater or two.

Don't worry; you'll also find the more necessary stores like grocery stores (where there is something for almost everyone), pharmacies, book stores, clothing stores, hardware stores. There's even a police station, fire house and hospital.

But that's not what Beachville is about! Everyone needs a vacation, right?

Beachville Locations
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	Beachville Boardwalk and Amusements Just what it says on the tin. Every possible Boardwalk location you can think of is here. Tattoo parlors, really cheesy t-shirts and hideous beach attire, awesome food of highly dubious nutritious value. There are also rides, like a huge ferris wheel, bumper cars, spinning rides and a huge roller coaster. At night, part of the boardwalk closes and turns into a place for dancing, drinking (For anyone over eighteen) and watching fireworks every weekend until 2 AM.
	The Surf Board There are three of these places located along the beach, and each one seems to be run by surfers in 'business attire'. Of course, by business attire, we mean these shirts and khaki shorts. They're here for all your surfing needs whether it be board rentals, lessons or even board purchases and care products. Dude.
	Shellfish Shack A small, outdoor restaurant right beside the fishing docks that can happily boast the freshest, most inexpensive seafood. There are crabs, lobsters, shellfish of many edible varieties and other seafood, besides. They also sell fresh catches by the pound that you can cook yourself at home, so go ahead and buy some! And be sure to buy some of their fresh made lemonade by the gallon. It's known all over Beachville as the best.
	Beach Breeze The Perfect place outdoors to grab a smoothie or any kind of fruit juice. They also serve the best shaved ice you've ever had in your life. What a great way to beat the heat!

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"Like a whole...wait, what?" Gwen kisses him each time he kisses her, until he mentions how long she's been gone. "N...no? No. I saw you a few hours ago. I'd fallen asleep in your bed in our cabin."

Fuck you, Multiverse. And fuck this time discrepancy bullshit, is what the look on her face says a moment later.

"You know what? Who cares? We have each other again. And! We finally got that beach vacation we've been harassing the train about."

She's just not going to focus on that time discrepancy. She's just not.

"Where are you staying? Wherever it is, I'm moving in with you."

"Yeah." He admits. "Worst week ever." It's probably not good to dwell on that too much. The week sucked and he's happy to just pretend it didn't happen. Except that he hasn't kissed her in a whole week and that's an outrage so he does it again.

"Uh, out by some lake north of town? It's a pretty nice house, really. It's got three stories." He says, gesturing with his thumb before returning his hand to her waist. "This beach is awesome. I've only been here a day and I never want to leave."

She may be mad that the multiverse is messing with them with time shit, but she'd missed him and his kisses, so she kisses him back and sighs softly, one hand drifting to the side of his face.

When he says where he was living, she presses her lips together in an amused smirk.

"So...this three story lake house...it wouldn't be blue with white trim, located at..." And there's an address. She's hopeful that it's the same house she's thinking of.

He pauses briefly because how could she know that? Is she staying nearby or is she supposed to be there too? He admittedly hasn't explored the whole house just yet but he's pretty sure his sense should have picked up her presence. "Actually, yeah-I mean it's like uh... slate blue but.. how'd you know?"

Not that he even really cares. It's a really pretty house and he'll be more than happy to share it with her.

"Cool. I'm already moved in," Gwen replies with her usual 'up to some bullshit' smirk as she waits for Peter to react to that. He's a smart boy. He'll figure that out, soon.

Right? Of course he will.

He figures it out quickly and just grins. Well, will definitely save them some time. "Awesome." He says before leaning in to kiss her again. He's not usually one for PDA but right now he really, really doesn't give a damn. He has Gwen back and at the moment everything feels right in the world.

Hey, if it's been a week for Peter, she's not going to mind the PDA, either. Her arms go around his shoulder again as she kisses him, pulling away to laugh some. Her nose brushes against his as she just enjoys him being this close.

"Hey, so...this place has a Starkbucks."

He heard right. "We should get coffee and see what else this town has."

He was still pretty confused over where he was and what was going on, but he has the information in his hands and he's drawn to the beach. He can't help it. After so long in the train, the open air and sunny scenery call to him.

As he strolls along too, he peels off his hoodie and folds it over his arm. The black tank top underneath was much better suited for this temperature. He is almost upon them before he ever realizes who it is. However, there's no way he can miss the pretty blonde and his walking Murphy's Law pseudo son kissing a few yards away. He notes neither are wearing the train uniform which was curious but also gives him pause.

He wasn't sure what to say to them until he hears that magic word 'Starkbucks'. It makes him laugh and does wonders for his mood.

"Everyone will love the side order of PDA they didn't order."

That voice gets her attention and Gwen stops kissing Peter to look. Spotting Mr Stark, she really can't stop the huge idiot grin on her face. Who else from the train was here? She was sure she saw a flash of blue hair earlier, but she didn't know the girl well enough to approach. But Mr Stark is absolutely probably getting a hug from Gwen.

Incoming Tiny Spider-Blonde, Mr Stark. She's excited, the hug might be a hint too tight before she remembers her spider strength.

But, hey. It's a hug. He'll have to get over it.

"People will have to deal with the PDA. I really don't care."

Peter would really be content to just stand here, kissing her all day. He even tries to follow her when she pulls away but if she's done then he's done and he listens to what she's saying.

He laughs a little at her announcement-Starkbucks. Still one of his favorite puns and will he be able to get free coffee? He kisses her again when someone catches him well of guard.

Peter stops what he's doing abruptly and steps back from his girlfriend like he'd been hit with lightening as she launches herself into Tony to give him a hug. Good plan Gwen! Distract him!

Peter coughs to clear his throat and try and stop himself from blushing. He's glad to see Tony of course but did he have to walk up just then? At that very moment?

... Actually, that's very on par for his life.

"I wasn't-we weren't-It's-It's-that's not what we were doing." He crosses his arms and thins his lips as his eyes widened as tends to do when trying to get away with an obvious lie.

Tony's smile back at Gwen rivaled the one she was giving him. He was so relieved to see her (and see she recognized him). You just never knew with... well whatever just happened to him.

He hugged her back and stifled the grunt from her squeeze. It made him a little winded but not hurt. After being friends with Bruce, it wasn't the first time he was hugged like that. "Spoken like a first rate smartass. How've you been Gwen? It's been a while." His gaze shifted to Peter and he rolled his eyes. "Whatever, just get over here." He opened his arms to invite the boy into the hug. It wasn't the most 'Tony' thing to do, but he was so glad to see them and see them together.

"Well, according to Peter, he hasn't seen me in a week. I'm just assuming it's been the same for you. That's a lot of my bullshit you missed out on. I'm just showing you I care by getting you used to it again."

That's basically Gwen-speak for she missed Mr Stark like crazy and is very glad to see him again. Looking over at where Peter is stumbling over his words, she laughs some and holds her hand out for him.

"Get over here," she says. also wanting to drag him into the hug.

The embarrassment and fear of being in trouble getting caught doing something he wouldn't normally be caught doing (thanks to the quiet car anyway) recedes quickly and he gives them both a nervous smile before stepping into the hug. Holding on to them both as tight as he dares.

"...You're never gonna let us live this down, are you?" He asks, voice slightly muffled by his cheek pressing against Tony's shoulder.

"A long week. Did he add that part? You know how he gets when he's all bummed out. All whiny, you know? A week of that. I was about to stuff him down the garbage disposal." Can you feel his pain Gwen? Can you? It was dreadful. Of course, he's exaggerating here and would never hold this against Peter.

He laughed at Peter's question. "Nope. Never. Now where the hell are we?"

"I can picture it," Gwen says, teasing. She looks at Peter with a grin, reaching for his hand and threading her fingers with his. She was starting to feel better about this place.

Looking at Mr Stark again, she kinda shrugs. "Somewhere called Beachville? The guy at the information hub was pretty helpful, but when I asked him if he knew what the voidtrain was, he shook his head and apologized. I even looked for a station. I didn't arrive in my train uniform, so that's...a thing."

A good thing. She didn't care for the train. But now they were in the sun. In the freaking sun, and Gwen realized earlier that all her time on the train has left her a little paler than preferred.

Yeah, so far he'd give this place a solid eight out ten. Ten if Ned and Aunt May show up somehow. He blushes a little at Tony ribbing him about all the moping he did. Which... was a lot.

"Beachville was all Jerry told me-he also asked why I was wearing a hoodie in eighty degree weather which-I did show up in my uniform-ditched that the moment I could though. It's sooo nice to ear regular clothes again. I Never realized just how much I'm in love with basket ball shorts."

"Beachville. They didn't strain any brain cells with the name." He looked out along the beach, admiring despite his dig at the name. He had to fight to keep the memories from bubbling up about other times on the beach and an adorable little toddler discovering everything for the first time.

Ahem. Yep, pushing that away.

He opened the envelope he'd been given and looked at the address and give curiously. "You two want to come see my new house?" He flashed the two a grin. "I'll buy the lattes."

"Caramel ribbon frappuccino for me. Biggest one they have. Extra shot. Whipped cream," Gwen says. She knows what she likes. No one should be surprised.

She steps back from Mr Stark and holds her hand out for Peter.

"But I'm coming back here after to sign up for surfing lessons. There's no way I'm skipping that."

"Java Chip Frap." Peter chirps, happy to take Gwen's hand. Hand holding isn't going to get him in trouble, right? Not that he was in trouble having just been caught making out with his girlfriend.

"Sure, but you'll need to come see ours, too. It's by a lake." He says happily. "And it has three stories. Well, more like an attic loft but still."

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incoming daughter in law

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