"Not deep tissue," Peter clarified quickly, mistaking Wade's hesitation. "Not until I know it won't just cause you unnecessary pain but - just enough to relieve tension in the muscles, and to get the topical into your skin."

Peter raises an eyebrow and waves with one hand. "I'm pretty adept at it, if I do say so myself."

He stares Wade directly in the face - doesn't let his eyes wander, feigning politeness. If the extent of Wade's scars bother him, Peter's not giving any outward indication. "So, Mr. Wilson, what do you say?"

"I just want to help," Peter says honestly, because he can see that Wade is reluctant, and hell, Peter doesn't blame him. The extent of his injuries is no joke.