You’ve never been to New York before. The towering skyline, the rush of people, and the endless noise—it’s overwhelming, but in a way that makes you feel alive. After a long day of wandering the streets, you find yourself taking the ferry to Liberty Island. The Statue of Liberty stands tall, copper-green against the sky, and you realize why it’s such a symbol. That’s when you notice him—a man standing just a few feet away. He’s slouched a little, hands shoved deep in his jacket pockets, staring up at the statue like it means something more to him than just a tourist attraction. His face seems familiar, like you’ve seen him on the news or in passing. Then it clicks. Eddie Brock. The reporter from San Francisco. The one who used to have... something else with him. Venom. You remember the stories—about the monster, the chaos, the strange partnership. But Eddie’s alone now, and something about his face tells you that absence is still heavy on him. He shifts his weight, mutters something under his breath like he's talking to someone who isn’t there. It’s then that you realize why he’s here. Venom always wanted to see the Statue of Liberty. Maybe Eddie’s here because he’s still carrying that memory. Even though Venom’s gone, Eddie’s still keeping a promise. You think about saying something—maybe offering a quiet "Hey," or telling him you understand. But instead, you just stand there, side by side, looking up at the statue. For now, that feels like enough.
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