I'm working on Marvel's Spider-Man in American comics.

Chapter 111 Your September isn't over yet, Spider-Man!

J. Jonah Jameson doesn't dislike Spider-Man as an individual; this is the first time Peter has learned this, and it seems to be the first time he's realized that there's such a... gentle JJJ in the universe.

However, Jonah disliked masked heroes as always, for whatever reason. This time, however, his reason was slightly different. Jonah Jameson disliked masked heroes because he believed it was an act of irresponsibility; those who wore masks were not responsible for those behind them. And others had no way to hold those behind the masks accountable.

A mask is a form of self-protection, and it also means that even if you mess something up, you can simply change your mask and get away with it. Spider-Man might not do that, but that doesn't mean those who want to imitate him won't.

This is why Jonah Jameson has been relentlessly criticizing Spider-Man—every masked vigilante unwilling to remove their mask is actually a potential supervillain. They are not subject to any external oversight, only to their own moral constraints. Once their morals fail them, they become criminals. And Spider-Man, as the most famous and successful masked hero, is precisely the one Jonah criticizes most fiercely.

This battle between him and Spider-Man will never end unless Spider-Man is willing to take off his mask.

“So you actually approve of Spider-Man’s vigilante actions, but you don’t approve of him wearing a mask,” Mary Jane summarized simply, but Jonah corrected her.

"You can't say that, young man. I greatly admire and appreciate that these people with superpowers don't use their abilities for crime, but for the right things. However, whether superheroes have the right to enforce the law, arrest, or even, like some extremists, try and execute criminals, remains a controversial topic in society. Personally, I believe that superheroes also need a certain degree of oversight in exchange for the right to enforce the law."

After Jonah finished speaking, he gave Mary Jane a reminder: "If you plan to come to the Daily Bugle, you must first understand that the news industry places great importance on expression. The same thing, if expressed incorrectly, will distort the original meaning of the speaker. The Daily Bugle pursues the basic principles of news: truthfulness, accuracy, and timeliness."

But you have absolutely no objectivity when it comes to Spider-Man. Peter, who was standing behind with a camera, couldn't help but complain.

"I understand."

Mary Jane happily jotted down the information and then asked a few more questions. The 15-minute interview quickly passed. As required by the Daily Horn, Mary Jane needed to go home, compile the news into a transcript, and send it to the Daily Horn. If the Daily Horn's HR thought it was good, then Mary Jane could get the internship.

"And it is said that as long as you can continue until university, you will basically be hired as a full-time reporter by the Daily Bugle."

Mary Jane seemed quite happy, not necessarily because she was getting a job at the Daily Bugle, but more likely because she felt recognized, which made her very pleased. Thinking of this, she looked at Peter with some surprise: "Jameson seems to really like your photos, especially the one where you're laughing. It's a pity you turned down his offer for an internship as a photographer for the Daily Bugle. Weren't you planning to apply for an internship maintaining the Daily Bugle's website?"

"At that time, I had no idea that I would become an intern at Baxter Building."

Peter shrugged. Life is so strange. However, he didn't completely reject Jameson. After all, he could still send Spider-Man photos to JJJ as an independent photographer. If his photos were selected, he would get $500 each, which was quite a good deal for him right now.

As for the war between Spider-Man and Jameson? It's probably impossible to determine a winner now. The attack on Cindy's family further proves that Spider-Man's mask is necessary; he won't choose to remove it unless he's absolutely certain he can protect those around him.

Thinking of this, Peter recalled Norman Osborn's promise to fully support Spider-Man's mission. He was actually quite tempted, but he wasn't sure about Norman Osborn, especially given Harry's rather hostile attitude towards him.

Should we tell Harry a little something and ask for his opinion?

Mary Jane pulled Peter out of his reverie: "Peter?"

"Hmm, what's up?" "It's still early, let me treat you to a meal. After all, you helped me a lot today. Jonah really likes photos, which will definitely earn me points."

After thinking for a while, Peter agreed to Mary Jane's invitation: "Just don't have anything fancy, I have to go home for dinner tonight."

"Even if there's a big meal, I don't have time to treat you."

The two chatted and laughed as they entered a café. They couldn't order much—just a cup of coffee and a few gingerbread men. They sat down by the floor-to-ceiling window, still discussing Mary Jane's earlier performance.

“I think you’re fine. You weren’t nervous at all, and your Q&A with Jameson went very smoothly.”

“But… I think I didn’t ask many of my questions well.” Mary Jane put down her coffee cup and brushed a few strands of hair from her forehead. “There are several questions I prepared that I forgot, or that I didn’t ask many of them.”

Peter wanted to say something encouraging, but his spider-like senses were clearly warning him of danger nearby, and growing danger at that. He saw Mary Jane's eyes widen instinctively and the reflection of the approaching car in her eyes. Peter instinctively grabbed Mary Jane's hand and pulled her behind him.

"careful!"

The car, engulfed in flames and tumbling down the street, smashed through the glass facade of the café, but luckily stopped after breaking through the glass. Mary Jane opened her eyes in fear, staring at the wreckage of the car that had stopped just a short distance in front of them.

"Oh, well, we're so lucky. How are you, Peter?"

"I am fine."

Actually, Peter shattered the glass with his bio-electricity; otherwise, the broken glass from the car crashing in would have caused enough secondary damage. The car didn't even stop at that exact moment; he stopped it with his hand. Fortunately, no one around probably saw it, and modifying the café's security camera footage wouldn't be difficult.

But the biggest problem is the reason why all this happened. Peter just saw a rhinoceros rampaging through the street.

Hey bro, what's wrong with you? Didn't you obediently get arrested yesterday? How come you're out again today? You acted so well-behaved yesterday, were you just messing with us?
As Peter thought this, he pulled Mary Jane aside and said, "Mary Jane, you need to find a place to hide."

"Hmm? And what about you, Peter?"

Peter took out his camera and smiled.

"Of course, it's to take some photos... of superheroes and villains fighting."

(End of this chapter)