Crowded streets, neon signs, and the rush of people moving like waves. Hook notices a hand disappear into his pocket — his wallet is gone.

He turns, cornering Peter on a fire escape. “Give it back, boy.”

Peter grins, feet dangling over the edge. “What’s it worth to you, Captain?”

Hook leans closer, jaw tight. “More than you know.”

And for the first time, the chase is personal — not just about catching a thief, but understanding the boy who dared steal something so small, yet so significant.