Marvel: Awakening the Universe.

Chapter 250 The Spider's Reversed Fate (Fourth Update!)

Experience?

That's a jerk.

He'll never get a physical exam in his life. Does his body even need one? You're kidding me. To describe him as having a body of steel isn't an insult to a body of steel, it's an insult to him.

and so……

Hawke didn't go.

Moreover, he had more important things to do than a physical examination.

For example, I found a law firm for my internship.

A summer internship during the second year of law school is an essential part of the job search, and for students, it is even a golden opportunity to find employment.

This is because most large law firms, as well as many medium-sized law firms, regard internships during this period as a primary source of future full-time lawyers.

In a word.

If you perform well during this period, you will immediately receive a full-time job offer from the law firm after graduation once your internship ends.

Simply put.

You've already got a job before you've even graduated or obtained your lawyer's license.

The most important thing.

The internship salary is also quite generous.

It is well known that doctors and lawyers are highly sought-after professions in the federal government. Leaving aside doctors, just looking at lawyers, a ten-week internship can bring in a total pre-tax income of around $50,000.

And this is just the basic salary, not including housing subsidies and bonuses.

This is why Hawke was so determined to study law at the time.

It wasn't just to avenge his sister, but also to secure a perfect future for himself.

Although he already has both of those things.

But there is a saying.

Staying true to our original aspirations is the key to achieving our goals.

and so……

After the start of the semester, Hawke rarely went to Imperial College next door anymore. Instead, after class, he would get together with his classmates to get firsthand information about the leading law firms in New York City.

However, even if he wanted to go to the Imperial University next door, he couldn't.

Because Gwen also has her own things to do.

Hawke is looking for a law firm for an internship, while Gwen is preparing for her doctoral dissertation defense in two months.

Yes.

Doctoral dissertation defense.

While Hawke is still struggling to find an internship, Gwen is about to become "The Doctor".

This might sound far-fetched, but considering this is the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it makes perfect sense.

Bruce Banner had seven doctoral degrees by his early twenties.

Tony Stark could make circuit boards at age 4, build engines at age 6, enter MIT at age 15, and earn double bachelor's degrees in physics and engineering by age 17.

Therefore, compared to others, Gwen was already considered late in preparing to obtain her first doctoral degree at the age of twenty.

There was just one thing Hawke was curious about.

Hawke, leaning against the doorframe, turned to Gwen, who was sitting in her computer chair after a video call with Helen Zhao, and asked, "How did Dr. Zhao convince Imperial University to hold a special doctoral dissertation defense for you?"

Yes.

Helen Zhao.

Another top genius in the Marvel Universe, not only is he a close friend of Tony Stark, but his intelligence is also widely recognized as being on par with Tony Stark's.

She is an absolute authority in the fields of regenerative medicine, tissue regeneration, and biotechnology.

He is not only an honorary tutor at several universities, but also a guest tutor at Imperial University.

Because of Tony Stark, Gwen naturally gained the right to speak with Helen Zhao.

Two years ago, when Helen Zhao came to New York City to observe Tony Stark after his surgery and also to try to secure funding for her "Regeneration Lab," Gwen and Helen Zhao officially met.

then……

Helen Zhao became Gwen's mentor, providing remote instruction and developing an extremely advanced learning plan for Gwen, bypassing all senior undergraduate courses and directly entering the doctoral research field.

In Helen Zhao's words.

Geniuses don't have to follow the rules, and rules have to yield to geniuses.

but……

"Even if Dr. Zhao is an authority in the field of regenerative biology, it's unlikely that Imperial University would do something like this."

"You remember Dr. Curtis Connors, don't you?"

"remember."

“I was Dr. Curtis Connors’ assistant. Although I didn’t participate much in the core experiments, I did organize those materials.”

"Dr. Connors's desire to conduct research on lizard serum is commendable."

"To regenerate severed limbs."

"But Osborn Bioindustry was too capital-intensive at the time, and it was also a turbulent period, so Dr. Connors did not have time to conduct more stable and in-depth research."

"Helen's theory of regeneration is similar to that of Dr. Connors."

"Over the past year, Helen and I in South Korea have been exploring whether the two can be combined."

Gwen stopped talking at this point, got up from her computer chair, came to Hawke, and smiled as she put her arm around Hawke's neck.

Hawke raised an eyebrow, looking at Gwen, who was smiling and staring back at him.

"And then...it succeeded?"

"Yes."

Gwen smiled and nodded, kissed Hawke, then released Hawke's neck and walked toward the computer: "So the university committee is willing to give me a chance, provided that I can successfully pass the assessment of the committee that will defend my doctoral dissertation. Therefore, I still need to prepare the materials."

Hawke shrugged.

"Alright, I'm going back to my study to continue my internship at the law firm. I won't bother you any longer, future Dr. Phoenix."

"Thank you, Mr. Phoenix."

Hawke's lips twitched slightly.

Gwen saw this and smiled broadly.

"Oh, Mr. Phoenix, are you jealous that I'm about to become a doctor?"

"Hey, after graduating from law school, you also get a PhD, Juris Doctor!" "Will people call you 'Doctor'?"

"……Good night."

Hawke took a deep breath, looked at Gwen who was smiling, left a sentence, turned around and left Gwen's study, then took out his phone and directly texted his academic advisor.

He made up his mind; he wanted others to call him Doctor.

Although he graduated from law school with a Juris Doctor degree, it was a professional doctorate, not a doctorate in the traditional sense.

Just like Gwen said.

Even after he graduates, people will still address him as "Mr.", not "Doctor".

think about it.

Next year, when he marries Gwen and meets people, they will call him "Mr." but Gwen will no longer be called "Mrs." but "Doctor."

This doesn't work.

How can this be allowed?

So Hawke decided he also wanted a PhD.

In a word.

Throughout his life, Hawke was no less capable than anyone else.

End of March.

Hawke looked at the certificate in his hand, which featured Imperial University’s classic deep blue and gold color scheme, adorned with an embossed school crest and a delicate vine-patterned border.

"Imperial University

To all relevant parties:
This is to certify, in accordance with the inherent power of the University Council and the faculty of the Department of Biological Sciences, that this grants doctoral degrees.

Gwen Stacy

Having successfully met all the requirements stipulated by this university, he/she has been awarded [award/recognition] for his/her outstanding academic achievements and research contributions.
Doctor of Philosophy
Major: Biological Sciences

His doctoral dissertation represents a major breakthrough in the field, and its title is:

Research on the Mechanism of Limb Regeneration in Cross-Species Mammales Based on Arthropod Gene Templates

This research is not only groundbreaking in theory, but also demonstrates enormous potential for translational medicine.

We hereby grant her all rights, honors and privileges associated with this degree.

This is to certify and commemorate this event.

Head of the Department of Biology, Professor, Dr. Miles Warren.

Thesis advisor, Professor Helen Zhao.

……

Imperial University!

Date of award: March 24, 2015.

New York City, New York State.

Hawke looked at the freshly issued doctoral degree certificate in his hand, exclaimed in amazement, then looked at Gwen sitting in the passenger seat and said with a smile, "Congratulations."

Gwen smiled broadly: "You already congratulated me yesterday after my defense. It's just a PhD, nothing special. Let's go to the hospital."

Hawke burst out laughing upon hearing Gwen's words.

"It's nothing serious. Who was it that tossed and turned at home and couldn't sleep yesterday, afraid that something might go wrong?"

"I was..."

Gwen raised an eyebrow, thought for a moment, and looked at Hawke, who was driving towards St. Hughes Private Hospital, and said, "I had a stomachache last night, yes, I had a stomachache."

Hawke listened to Gwen's explanation and then let out a silent laugh.

"Okay, are you still in pain, Dr. Stacy?"

"It doesn't hurt anymore, Mr. Phoenix."

"..."

Hawke glanced at his fiancée, who had emphasized the word "Mr.", then decisively muted himself and sped off towards St. Seuss Private Hospital.

Last night, Felicia successfully gave birth to a baby spider.

Peter called early in the morning; Hawke and Gwen had gone to the hospital to visit Felicia.

Strangely enough, according to the due date, Felicia should have given birth at the end of January, and the hospital's examination results also suggested that it would be at the end of January.

But Felicia's baby stayed in her belly for two more months.

However, all the indicators were normal. In the end, Hawke, Peter, Gwen, and Felicia felt that it might be related to the difference in time flow on Skull Island.

Fortunately, both mother and child are safe.

"Congratulations, Peter."

"Felicea, congratulations."

Hawke carried a portable crib and followed Gwen into the hospital's luxury suite, where he congratulated Peter and Felicia, who were inside.

Peter smiled broadly.

"Where is Aunt Mei?"

"I just got back. Aunt Mei stayed here with me all night last night."

"Okay, by the way, congratulations again."

Hawke hugged Peter and then congratulated him again.

Sincere congratulations.

after all……

Whether it's the Spider Demon, Spider-Man, or the Tech Spider, their fates are all quite tragic.

What is the meaning of time travel?

Ultimately, it's all about making up for regrets.

What's more, the spider demon was his friend.

So Hawke could see that Peter Parker, who always wore a melancholy expression, now had a genuine smile of happiness on his face, and he was truly happy for Peter.

Gwen, who had already seen the baby, excitedly greeted Hawke.

"Hawk, come look, he's so cute."

"..."

(End of this chapter)