Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane: The Real Thing #[nn]

In "The Real Thing," MJ steps into the spotlight with a Shakespeare casting, finding unexpected friendship in the drama class, while Peter grapples with Flash’s escalating jealousy. When MJ witnesses Spider-Man and Firestar teaming up at night, her growing doubts about Peter’s priorities come to a head—especially after she sees his black eye and confronts Flash, who refuses to choose between tormenting Peter and being her friend. With MJ now cast as the lead and her friend Lindsay watching closely, tensions simmer beneath the stage lights. Art by Takeshi Miyazawa, with cover by Miyazawa and Norman Lee.