I almost forgot you were kinda dating him…
It’s nice to see you so happy, though!
…y-you…I know you don’t exactly have it easy…but I don’t know how you f-find that confidence. Life kinda took a giant sh-shit on me.
Part of the reason why Larry idolized Tony so much was because he’d been through a similar experience regarding alcohol abuse—and Tony had overcome it while Larry was still struggling. Iron Man was handsome, wealthy, beloved, and a survivor; Larry himself was weak and a scaredy-cat and a failure.
But thank you…you really got no i-idea how much this means to me, Mr. Stark.
The younger man hesitates for a moment before placing one of his own hands on top of Tony’s as a means of thanks.
“I realise life isn’t kind, and yes, it does effect people in a range of different ways. But look here pal, if you buck up, then things will get better. I know you’re afraid of being knocked down a peg, and you see, that right there is what’s going to suck all of your confidence away in a snap.” He emphasized his speech by snapping his fingers. “You don’t need to thank me, not at all, I’m going to make it my mission to help you out, kiddo."
Tony laughed. “Why settle for sidekick, why not step up to the plate and join the Avengers? Don’t ever settle for second...
M-Mr. Stark… Larry is so positively touched by Tony’s kindness that he truly doesn’t know what to say. A stranger who...
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