[ So here's the thing about Peter's childhood: it was wholly unconventional.
A lot of the time – that is, when he wasn't crawling through vents or squeezing through grates – he was used as a distraction, taking pratfalls in front of security or cops and crying huge crocodile tears while wailing about being lost. Once the job was done, one of the other Ravagers would rush over, spout out some bullshit about being some relative who was worried sick, and they'd dash off to count out their earnings.
Long story short: Peter's made a habit of lying to cops and security guards.
Today, Peter is sort of wandering the shops when he spots the commotion. He recognizes the girl who's currently getting one hell of an earful from the security guard. Peter catches the word "shoplifting," and a second or two later, he comes to a quick decision. ]
Young lady, where have you been?
[ This, half-shouted, as he strides over with purpose and authority. He puts himself between the guard and Laura, turning his back on the guard and kneeling in front of her. ]
I've been looking everywhere for you. Do you have any idea how worried I've been?
[ And as he's saying it, he gives her a meaningful sort of look – one that says, "Follow my lead." ]
action; this poor security guard
A lot of the time – that is, when he wasn't crawling through vents or squeezing through grates – he was used as a distraction, taking pratfalls in front of security or cops and crying huge crocodile tears while wailing about being lost. Once the job was done, one of the other Ravagers would rush over, spout out some bullshit about being some relative who was worried sick, and they'd dash off to count out their earnings.
Long story short: Peter's made a habit of lying to cops and security guards.
Today, Peter is sort of wandering the shops when he spots the commotion. He recognizes the girl who's currently getting one hell of an earful from the security guard. Peter catches the word "shoplifting," and a second or two later, he comes to a quick decision. ]
Young lady, where have you been?
[ This, half-shouted, as he strides over with purpose and authority. He puts himself between the guard and Laura, turning his back on the guard and kneeling in front of her. ]
I've been looking everywhere for you. Do you have any idea how worried I've been?
[ And as he's saying it, he gives her a meaningful sort of look – one that says, "Follow my lead." ]