A/N: And here's the third one in this series of drabbles. This chapter is dedicated to Katiemonz and Izzy of the Flames, simply because they reviewed. Also dedicated to Chickyoudontknow and Guest for their compliments on this story. Thanks guys!
Reflecting On My Darkest Light
Jet... Well, he's not a real bad guy, once you get to know him, I guess. Sometimes he kind of reminds me of Scourge, what with his attitude and everything, but he's a heck of a lot nicer. And definitely not as sore of a loser.
At first, I'll admit, I could not stand him. He was a pompous little windbag, who had no idea how to be a leader. And not to mention the temper. Honestly, what did that thing you just kicked ever do to you, Jet? And we can't forget the fact that he was a greedy, conceited, lazy, and rude little brat.
Still is, actually, but he's gotten better. He can lead a team better, and he's calmed down a lot. He doesn't kick stuff anymore, and he's really actually a relatively nice guy. If you catch him on a good day, that is.
He's much more mature, and pretty level-headed nowadays. He tends to just ignore whatever's annoying him.
I guess, if I really have to say it, I'll admit that he's actually a pretty good friend. Even though he's not exactly my friend, I've observed his friendship with everyone else—minus Shadow and Knuckles, since they don't tend to get along very well with Jet—and he's actually very kind to his real friends.
He's still pretty lazy, and he's still got a relatively short temper, but at least he can control himself a little better.
I was kind of surprised, after the first time I met him, when he yelled at Wave because she sabotaged my Extreme Gear with an explosive. I would have sworn he wouldn't care, despite my being mildly annoyed about it, but he was absolutely livid with her. No, correction on my feelings about him yelling, I was shocked as heck! I really did not expect it.
Either way, as time went on, every time I saw him, he was more mature, and much more willing to race with me. To be honest, I think he might have been looking to me for inspiration on how to be a better leader and team player.
I don't think he knows that I noticed, but I caught him observing me closely when I was telling Tails and Knuckles our game plan before one of our races. Later on, I noticed him speaking just as calmly and, dare I say it, caringly to Wave and Storm about their own game plan.
I haven't seen him around much lately, but that's okay. I'm sure he's a much better leader by now, with a much better control on his temper.
Although... That's probably asking a lot of a 14 or 15 year old. It has been a while since I've seen him, as I already said, so I don't know if he's still 14 or not... Anyway, I really hope he is, and that when I see him next, he'll be ready for another race.
And who knows, maybe he'll actually beat me next time. He got close a couple times, but it was the last bit of the race that made him lose. I'm sure he'll be able to beat me now. He's had plenty of time to practice. Plenty of time.
Well, I guess that's all I can really say...
-Sonic the Hedgehog, signing off
Reviewer Corner:
Katiemonz—"This is a really cool little series of reflections you have going on here! Seeing different sides of characters fascinates me, so I'm a sucker for anything Dark Sonic, Scourge, or anything of the like. I haven't read many fics like this, especially not ones where Sonic admits that Scourge would be a nice guy if he just cooled it with his ego and chillaxed a bit. Either way, this is awesome, can't wait to read more! :D"
Well, as I said before in private, thank you! Reviews make it so much easier for me to write this stuff. And as I said up there, this chapter was dedicated to you.
Izzy of the Flames— "This was... Interesting. I hope to read more soon, so I have a suggestion.
If you could, I would like to see a chapter/drabble in which Sonic reflects on Jet the Hawk? I'd love to see that, actually. Thanks in advance! But I understand if you can't... -Izzy "
Well, your review was appreciated, and so was your suggestion. I have to admit, it was kind of difficult to get into Sonic's head about Jet, but I eventually got it. And it didn't take as long as I expected it to. And don't worry, I'm always open to suggestions, and I'll always do my best to get them done. Now, it might take a while, and sometimes I'll have to not work on it for a few weeks due to my update plan, but I'll always do the suggestions, even if I don't know the character all that well. I'll just do a lot of research. :D Hope you liked it. And don't be scared to suggest stuff, because I will always write it, but it has to be in the Sonic franchise.
This. Was. A. B*tch. I had such a hard frecking time getting into Sonic's head about this. It came quickly to me after I finally did, but still...
Sonic: You did well on this one too, though. I think it was fine.
Thanks. :)
Shadow: ...Yeah... It was... Okay. I'm not Sonic, *mumble* obviously,*mumble* so I wouldn't know what he thinks about Jet, but I think you did... well...
Aww! Thanks Shadow! That's the nicest thing you've ever said to me! *is ecstatic*
Sonic: *whisper* What are you sucking up for? *whisper*
Shadow: *whisper* I'm not. I'm just being nice so I won't get murdered if I accidentally insult her. *whisper*
Sonic: *chuckles*
What're you two talking about?
Shadow: *through look at Sonic* If you tell her, I will tie you to a bed and let Amy have her way with you.
Sonic: *not missing a beat* Nothing much, just about how much we both enjoy reading your other work. I like The Hearts of Twilight. It's actually pretty awesome.
Thank you! :D *is more than ecstatic* *goes into daydream*
Shadow: Nice save there, blue.
Sonic: Yeah... That was a close one. But what was this about you getting murdered?
Shadow: Her best friend, who I actually kind of trust to an extent, told me that Rayne tends to cut up people that insult her work. Or at least the ones she knows. I, personally, do not want to get cut into tiny pieces.
You shouldn't listen to her. I do cut people up for insulting my work, but only in my dreams/daydreams. I'm not capable of murder yet. YET.
Shadow: Phew...
Well, say goodbye, guys!
Shadow: Later.
Sonic: See ya!
Review! It makes me happy and gives you a place in the Reviewer Corner when I update! Keep in mind, though, that I probably won't update this again in the next few weeks, because I need constant suggestions to keep it rolling, and I have other stories to work on for those weeks.