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The storyline in question is "Sins Past," a deeply divisive arc published approximately 18 years ago. Authored by J. Michael Straczynski, "Sins Past" is infamous for its provocative and troubling revelations concerning Gwen Stacy, Peter Parker’s beloved former love interest. In this narrative, Gwen—long presumed dead—was depicted as having an extramarital affair with Norman Osborn (the Green Goblin), resulting in the birth of two children, Gabriel and Sarah. The story also insinuated that Gwen was unfaithful and engaged in risky behaviors, which many fans found to be a gross distortion of her character.