ROSEWOOD ACADEME HIGH
CHAPTER 3…
The suffering only continues...
Robotnik, household…
Shadow? Shadow you've barely touched your food, is everything alright?
A girl calls over to him, from the other side of their dining room table. He only sighs out, and looks up from his plate, for a moment, shaking his head. He tosses his fork as it makes a clicking sound on the plate. He pushes it away, not feeling the least bit hungry.
Shadow, it's not like you to not eat. Now, what is the matter?
It's nothing, Maria, I just have a lot on my mind.
The one named Maris sighs out worried. She was a beautiful soft yellow cat, with long flowing hair, and a beautiful long silky fluffy tail, with the most amazing bright blue eyes ever seen.
Oh, Shadow. What happened? And don't tell me it's nothing. You know I know you better than that. Now come on, out with it.
Shadow looks over at her and sighs out. He hated lying to her, but he just wasn't ready to say anything. He was about to say something when voices were heard from behind them.
And that's everything. She said she would place a restraining order on us. But if you ask me, it should be on you, since you want us to help her.
Hey, I'm not the one who stole her panties from LITERALLY right under her. Now did I, Shadow?
SHADOW!?
Shadow groans out and tries to hide his face in his arms.
Oh, Shadow, how could you do such a thing?! You PROMISED me you wouldn't do that anymore.
I know, I know, I'm sorry, Maria. I don't know what came over me. I only meant to tease her so I could get her to talk with me, but it got out of hand. Before I could do or say anything, that stupid janitor bot comes out nowhere, and next thing we all know her skirt goes, up...and…
Shadow roars out, sliding his arm across the table, and sends everything in front of him flying. The food scatters everywhere, as the plate breaks, the contents of his glass still everywhere, as the glass rolls around a bit till it stops. Shadow bangs his head on the table, covering it with his arms, trying to hide. He hated how it went today, and how he made the new girl feel. Maria sighs out, as she looks at Sonic and Mephiles. He only shakes his head, as Sonic goes to help the maid clean up the mess.
Come on, Shadz, I'm just as much to blame as you are. I was the one that dared you to do it, for old time's sake. We just didn't count on that stupid robot to show up.
That may be so, Sonic, but I'm the one that went through with it. I should have told you no.
Oh, you two are just HORRID! Picking on the new girl like that. How could you?! Why I have half a mind to give you both a good beating right now.
Now, now, Maria, my dear sister, you know you can't. Not in your condition right now.
Maria sighs out annoyed and folds her arms. Knowing, her brother had a point.
Fine, then I'll have, daddy, do it for me.
Do what for you my dear?
A plump elderly white cat with an overly sized silver-white mustache walks into the room, and goes over to Maria, and kisses her head, making her giggle out. He had on a purple sweater under a white Lab coat, black pants, and brown loafers. He had a pair of small glasses that hugged his muzzle. He was Doctor Gerald Robotnik, and he was a Persian cat.
Beat, Sonic, and Shadow for me. They were downright HORRID to the new girl at school today.
Ah, yes, I heard about that from Sonic just now.
Shadow growls out, as he glares at Sonic, who only chuckles out sheepishly.
Hey, you know I can't keep things from Granddad.
Shadow only sighs out, shaking his head.
Anyway, for now, we have another matter to attend to. One that you are not going to like Sonic.
Sonic looks at his grandfather, groaning out, as the Maids come back in with plates of food for everyone, even a new one for Shadow.
So help me, if it's about Amy, I'm killing myself right here and now.
When should I call the funeral home and have them get a coffin ready for you?
Sonic groans out, bagging his head on the table.
Nooooo...Please say it isn't so? I just told Sally I broke up with that pink bitch, and she now wants to go out with me.
I'm sorry, Sonic, but her parents will not let this go. I told them what happened, how she nearly killed young Miss Monroe over nothing. Saying that you were only trying to help her to her car that night. But they are stubborn people. It makes me wonder why they were removed from the family line to start with?
I can only guess. Fuuuuck. Now, what am I to tell Sally? I never even LIKED Amy to START WITH! I always liked Sally. But now…
Sonic sighs out. Knowing what would happen tomorrow.
Know what, forget it, it's not going to happen. I don't care what they do, it's not going to happen. I don't want anything to do with her anymore. She is nothing to me, she is dead to me, and I wish she never found out about us to start with. You can tell her family back in Mercia, that they can kiss my blue butt. Because I will not keep seeing her. This is the fifth and LAST time I let her hurt some other girl I try to be friends with or even help out. SHE NEARLY FUCKING KILLED, BELLA FOR CRYING OUT LOUD! AND FOR WHAT?! JUST BECAUSE I WAS HELPING HER TO HER CAR BECAUSE OF HER FEET!? NU-UH! NO WAY, NO HOW, NO SIREE BOB! I AM NOT, WILL NOT, GET BACK WITH THAT FUCKING MURDEROUS BITCH! AND I WILL NOT STAY ENGAGED TO HER! I TOLD HER EVERYTHING IS OFF AFTER WHAT SHE DID! AND NOW TO MAKE MATTERS WORSE WE HAVE BELLA SAYING SHE IS GOING TO PUT A FUCKING RO ON US IF WE KEEP BOTHERING HER! I HAVE ENOUGH TO DEAL WITH RIGHT NOW, THEN SOME FUCKING PINK TRAMP WHO CAN'T TAKE A NO FOR AN ANSWER! SHE CAN GO FUCKING DIE FOR ALL I CARE! SHE COMES NEAR ME, I'LL MAKE SURE SHE KNOWS THE HARD WAY THAT I DON'T WANT HER AROUND ME EVER AGAIN! I'M SEEING SALLY, AND NO ONE ELSE!
Sonic pants out annoyed.
Are you quite done?
His grandfather asks him. Sonic only grumps out as he slouches in his chair and folds his arm.
Good. Now had you let me finish, I told them nearly the same thing you did. That I did not want my grandson seeing some pink bimbo with the intent to kill another schoolmate over nothing. I told them I am having papers documented and made up, and that I would be coming to see them in the next few days with my lawyers. I told them that I was taking this to the King and Queen of Mercia and having them deal with it. With any luck, come the end of the month, Amy's family will be fully removed from us for good. I will not have someone who is HIGHLY unstable around us, ESPECIALLY around Maria. I will not risk having her trying to attack her again, just because she wishes to hang out with you and cuddle as you watch movies together. Why, if Mephiles wasn't here that night, I can only imagine what could have happened to her.
You're really gonna go that far for me, gramps?
Sonic asks him, amazed by the news.
Yes, I am. You are part of this family, despite being two times removed from it. Once I have the paperwork done, and have made arrangements to take this up with the King and Queen of Mercia, I will be leaving. This could take some time, maybe a month or two, but till then, Sonic, you keep doing what you need to. But remember to keep Sally safe too. When Amy finds out, she is not going to be happy.
Yeah. I know.
Right, now on another note. Shadow are you ready for this weekend with Maria? I know she has been excited to spend time with you now that she is home.
But of…
Actually, daddy, I think I changed my mind about this weekend, and wish to stay home.
WHAT!? B-but Maria?! I've been planning this for nearly a month now. I got the tickets and everything to that movie you wanted to see, and to the fair here in town. I've been working hard to make sure you have the best day ever before you have to go back!
I'm sorry, Shadow, but I think you have more important things to worry about right now. Like maybe trying to apologize to that girl you turned into the laughing stock of the whole school.
WHAT!? BUT YOU HEARD SONIC, IF WE TRY TO GO NEAR HER, SHE'LL HAVE A RO ON US IN A HOT FLASH!
THEN YOU SHOULD HAVE THOUGHT ABOUT THAT BEFORE HUMILIATING HER IN FRONT OF THE WHOLE SCHOOL! YOU LIED TO ME SHADOW! YOU PROMISED ME YOU WOULDN'T DO THAT EVER AGAIN, AND YOU LIED! YOU WENT AND DID IT ANYWAY, AGAINST MY WISHES, AND TURN THAT POOR MONROE GIRL INTO SOMETHING SHE NEVER EVEN WANTED! I HATE YOU SO MUCH RIGHT NOW, IT ISN'T….ISN'T….isn't…I...hate you...no...not now...
Maria grabs her chest and starts breathing hard. Everyone in the room looks on in horror, as she starts to cough. Trying to regain her breath. She doubles over as she pushes herself away from the table, as Sonic rushes over to her to help her. She clings to him as she falls to the floor. Gerald rushes over and takes something out of his pocket, and takes hold of Maria's arm. He takes the top off it, and stabs it into her arm, ejecting the contents into it. Everyone holds their breath, but after a time, her breathing slows down. Her eyes flutter for a moment, as she smiles up at Sonic, and she nuzzles him sighing out as she dozes off.
I think you should take her to her room to rest now. I think she had enough excitement for one night.
Alright.
I'll take her there myself.
Gerald looks over at his son and nods at him. He goes over and picks her up in his arms, and carries her to her room for the night. Once in, he walks over to her bed and lays her down on it, and turns on her bedside lamp. He goes over to her dresser and takes out a nightgown just as a Maid comes in to help him. He tells her he has this and to leave, she nods and leaves as Shadow goes about, putting Maria into her nightgown, and tucks her in. He leans down and kisses her forehead as she moans out.
Sh...Shadow?
Yeah, it's me. How are you feeling?
He smiles softly at her moving a stain of hair out of her face. She only looks at him for a moment, her face expressionless, till she rolls over ignoring him.
M-Maria?
Get out.
But...Maria?!
Just go Shadow. I don't want you in here with me.
Shadow looks at her astonished. She had never turned him away before like this, and it hurt. Sighing out as he folds his ears back, he turns and leaves.
If that is what you want, then I'll go.
It is, and don't bother coming to see me before you leave tomorrow.
Shadow stops and turns around. His eyes wide in shock.
B-but...Maria? I...I always come to see you before I go.
I said LEAVE SHADOW!
Shadow stands there in shock. It takes him a moment to snap out of it as he growls out, clenching his teeth in anger as tears spill over.
FINE! IF THAT IS HOW YOU WANT IT SO BE IT! I DON'T CARE! DON'T EXPECT ME TO COME TO SEE YOU WHEN I GET HOME EITHER! I WON'T BOTHER YOU ANYMORE WHY YOUR HOME! I DON'T NEED TO BE AROUND YOU ANYWAY, NOR DO I WANT TO BE AROUND YOU!
Maria doesn't do or say anything, she just lays there. Shadow just looks at her for a few moments longer, till he storms out of her room, slamming her door hard. Maria sits up in her bed looking at her door, till she lays back down and curls up grabbing her favorite plush toy and cries. Shadow, on the other hand, had yet to fully leave, hoping that she would call for him. His hand was still on the doorknob, as he leaned his head on the door. Waiting for her to call him back. But when he didn't hear her call back, he softly banged on the door, sliding down it as tears fell. He hated getting into fights with his sister like this. He hated how they were both too stubborn to admit they were both sorry. He hated how she was sick, and there was no way to make her better. As he knelt there on the floor crying, Sonic comes up to check on him, only to see him on the floor crying.
S-Shadow?
Shadow looks his way, and upon seeing Sonic, his sadness turns to anger. Sonic sees this and starts to back away.
SOOOOOONNNNIIIIC! GET BACK HERE SO I CAN KILL YOU!
Before Sonic could even set a foot on the first step of the stairs, Shadow was upon him and started beating him up.
In the Monroe house...
Man, babe, I wish I was there, I would have shown those pigs who's boss.
I know you would have, Knuckles, and I wish you were here right now. How long till you can come and visit me?
Not for a time yet, I'm sorry. But I know you're strong and can survive them.
To be honest I don't know how much longer I can. It was just horrid, Knuckles. I mean, I never had someone go as far as to want to KILL me before. Nor has the harassment from the other schools been that bad as it has been here. And I've only been here THREE weeks, OK OK, let me rephrase, I've been here three weeks since the move, but only gone to school three days. But either way, you LOOK at it, it's still fucked up.
Yeah, I'll say. So make any new friends yet?
Eris gives him the...REALLY… look and he chuckles out.
You're joking, right?
Come on, baby, you've had to make at least ONE friend by now.
Kind of hard to do when you've been turned into the laughing stock of the SCHOOL, KNUCKLEHEAD…
OK, alright, I deserved that. So, easy now, this is your red Knight you're talking to.
Eris only smiles and shakes her head at him. Know he was only teasing her.
So no new friends, but a LOT of new enemies, hmm?
Yep, and I am NOT looking forward to school tomorrow. I wonder if I can just call in sick and stake home for a week?
If only your father would allow it, my dear. You know he will just send you anyway.
Eris and Knuckles look over to her bedroom door and see Reggie walking in with a tea set and the First-Aid kit.
Hey, Reggie.
Yo, Reggie, how's it going bro?
As well as it can be I am afraid. Not to say I am slightly annoyed with you, Bells. You really went all out on your father tonight, and now he is taking it on me.
Sorry, but I saw his look, and I wasn't going to back down this time. She had already imprinted on me, and you should know how Chao are? Once they've imprinted on someone, that's their forever partner, and I refuse to let her go without a fight. I mean, I don't know why he should care to start with? He stopped caring about me six months ago when mama was killed.
Now, Bella, that isn't true.
It is Reggie, and you know it. When was the last time you saw him say good morning to me? When was the last time you saw him kiss me goodbye as he left for work? When was the last time you saw him take a meal with me? When was the last time you saw him do anything with me? When was the last time you heard him say, I love you my little Bon Bon?
Eris looks at him, as tears start to prick the corner of her eyes. Reggie stands there sighing out, as he sets the tea set, and First-Aid kit down. He scratches the back of his head and nods, knowing she was right. He goes over to her and sits behind her on her bed and pulls her close, holding her as he gently shushes her.
You're right, my dear. You're right. I'm sorry.
Eris sniffles, wiping a tear away, as she holds Jazz close.
He still blames me for the loss of mom. Every time he looks at me, all I see is the hatred and anger in them. I tried to save her, I really did. But the truck...it was too heavy for me. There was nothing I could do. I tried to help her move out of the way, but the roads….and...and the storm…
She lets Jazz go, to wrap her arms around Reggie. She cries into his chest, as he looks up at Knuckles. Even he hated seeing her like this and wishing he was there right now.
Listen, babe. I'll talk to my parents again, and see if I can't come sooner. Even if it's just…
Knuckles? Knuckles you in here?
Hey hold on, that's Wynmacher now. Give me a moment.
Knuckles leaves to let Wynmacher into his room. He comes back to mute the call and turn the screen around…
Back in Westopolis City, Knuckles home…
Hey Wyn, your timing could have been more perfect. I really need to talk with you.
Funny, I came to do the same thing.
He chuckles out, patting his shoulder.
So what can I do for you?
It's about Eris.
Oh? How is she coping?
BADLY, like REAL bad.
Oh, boy that doesn't sound good.
Wyn, we have to talk to mom about this. She needs me right now, she hasn't had time to cope with the loss of her mother, and then Maxwell just up and dropped the moving bomb on her, she hadn't had time to adjust to everything yet.
Who hasn't had time to adjust to everything, Knuckles, love?
Mom, I'm glad you are here. We need to talk.
Knuckles mother, Lara-Le, comes walking down the hallway coming from Knuckles step-brother's room.
Eris.
Now knuckles, we've spoken about this, and…
And nothing. Eris Is going through an extremely bad time. Worse than what she had here.
Lara-Le looks at him and folds her arms.
Come, now it can't be all that bad?
SHE WAS NEARLY KILLED FOUR DAYS AGO BY SOME OVERPROTECTIVE BITCH, ON HER FIRST DAY! ALL BECAUSE OF THEIR BOYFRIEND, WAS HELPING ERIS TO HER CAR, WHEN REGGIE CAME AND GOT HER!
Lara-Le arm drops to her side, as she, and Wynmacher, both gasps out. This was the first time they were hearing about this.
You're not joking around, are you, Knuckles?
No mom I'm not. You know I would NEVER joke about something that bad especially when it comes to Eris. You know how much I care for her.
I do. I truly do. Oh, had I known things were going to turn out this way, I would have let the poor dear stay. Knuckles, I'm so sorry. Truly I am.
Lara-Le holds herself, as Knuckles steps closer to her, and pulls her into a hug. She wraps her arms around him, sighing out. Wynmacher rubs her back when they hear someone coming down the hall.
I'm going too. Eris has always been like a big sister to me, and she needs us both. I love her, and if they're hurting her at that new school I need to be there to help protect her from harm's way.
Knuckles smiles at his younger brother and goes over to him. He was only nine, but he had a mega huge heart of gold. He picks him up and holds him, hugging him, as their parents come over.
Sorry, little guy, but you have another few years yet till you hit high school.
But, Knuckles!
No butts little, bro.
It's not fair.
We know Kneecaps.
Moooom, I told you to stop calling me that, it's Mace.
Sorry. Now, about Eris. She has been a part of this family for a time now, and I think it is high time we help her out. I know we said that you couldn't till the next semester, but if things are that bad, honey, then maybe we could rethink things?
Really?!
Yes, but on one condition?
Yes, anything!
Tell us EVERYTHING she has told you that has happened. Just like, Mace said. She is like a daughter to me, always has been. Layla and I have always been close. So I think it's high time I return the favor to her. And if it means sending you there, to protect her daughter, then so be it. Besides, if truth be told, I saw how you've been since she has left. It breaks my heart that we couldn't let her stay with us. You've been nothing but a big old worry toad on a log. I hate seeing you like this. And it's my job as a mother to make sure my children are as happy as they can be.
Knuckles set his brother down and pulled his mother into a big hug. Mace and Wyn join in as well. Wynmancher chuckles out as he breaks from them.
Well, so much for me telling him the news. I told you I wanted to tell him, my dear.
I know, but I figured I would beat you to it.
Wait? You were coming down to tell me I could go?
Yes. That's right. We had been thinking about it for a long time and figured that maybe we were a bit brash before.
Wynmacher pats his back, smiling.
So, we've decided to let you go to Rosewood Academe High.
Mom, Wyn, thank you so much. You have no idea how much this means to me!
Now, before you go and get overly excited, I still need to call Ms. Rosewood and talk with her. I'll do it first thing tomorrow morning why you are at school. I already have the paperwork, but I wanted to go over a few things. Not to say I need to get ahold of Eris' father and see if you can stay at their home, why you're going to school there. I know they have dorms and all, but I think this will be better for both of you. Now, give me a few days, and if everything goes well, you can leave in a week.
REALLY!? A WEEK!?
Yes.
Knuckles jumps into the air fist-bumping it. Wynmancher and Lara-Le laugh out loud as he picks his little brother up and spins him around.
OH, I CAN'T WAIT TO TELL ERIS! SHE IS GONNA...BE…
Knuckles bring Mace back down to the floor and gets a HUGE Cheshire cat grin on his face. His mother sees this and gaps out giggling.
Oooooh, I know that look, all too well. You're going to surprise her, aren't you?
Damn, right I am mom. You know I love seeing her angry at me. She's cute when she is angry.
I agree with him, sis is pretty cute when she gets mad.
Mace laughs out.
Oh, don't I know it. I remember when you surprised her that one year for Christmas. when you got her that locket she wanted so badly.
And she still wears it to this day.
So, how are you gonna do it, Knuckles? How are you going to surprise her?
I'll surprise her, in class. When I joined the first day. Not only will I get to see her face, but the whole school will get to see who her Knight in shining Armor truly is, and I am not one to be fucked with.
You get them, bro. Show them who's the boss!
Now, why don't you go finish your call with Eris, and let her know we all said hi.
Will do mom. And mom, Wynmacher?
Yes, Knuckles?
Thank you for always being so understanding.
But of course, Knuckles. I know I'm not your real father, but I'm glad to have such an amazing son like you nonetheless.
Indeed. Now off you go, sweetie.
Hey, I wanna say hi to Eris. PLEEEEASE!
Sorry, but no. You'll give away the surprise.
Aw, man.
Knuckles chuckles out, messing up Mace's hair.
Right, I kept her and Reggie waiting too long. So I best get back.
Back at Eris'…
After about ten minutes, he comes back and turns the screen around, and UNmutes the call, and lets out a heavy sad sigh.
So, how did it go?
I spoke to him, and mom and they said I wouldn't be able to go, or even transfer schools till the second semester. And that is like still five months away. But I do promise that I will come to visit soon. Even if I have to steal one of Wynmacher's jets.
Eris only cries more at hearing this. Reggie sighs out looking at him, he wished he was here as well right now.
Well if it can't be helped, it can't be helped. I'm sorry my dear.
Eris only nods sighing out, as she wipes her eyes. Jazz comes over to her to cuddle and Eris picks her up.
Well, why not tell us what is going on with everyone, why I bandage up her feet yet again. Eris, do you have the ointment?
No...I don't. It got smashed along with my pills.
WHAT!?
It's OK, though, that stupid pig, head Prefect, made sure I got a new set. But I was so furious with him, and his friends and everything, I forgot to go ask for more, before coming out to see you.
Oh, dear. What happened?
Eris sighs out as she tells Reggie everything.
I see. So that was why you were so upset when I picked you up, and why you wouldn't tell me anything.
Yeah.
Well, if it happens again, tell me, I'll let your father know, and try to get an RO on them if need be. But I hope that threat is more than enough to make them leave you alone.
That's not all.
Oh?
Yeah. Do you know how Art class is my favorite?
Yes?
Well as you know, the art classes here, allow one to move to either class one wishes to since it's a two-hour period. Well, I went into Literary Art and I started to write something down, after the first three words everything just came spilling out of me. Mr. Sapphire said he loved it, that it left him speechless. Saying there was so much raw emotion in it, so much pain, anger, and sadness, and he asked me to do the Schools Poetry Slam in a few days, not to say he wishes to enter me into the big Poetry Slam contest in a few months that goes up against other schools where the winner can earn a five thousand dollar reward and their pick to ANY top Art academic college!
Bella, that is wonderful!
Yeah, it is. I know writing is your favorite thing to do. I mean you've done some amazing stories, and such.
It is in fact Mr…
Just as Eris was about to go on, her phone goes off, and she reaches for it and looks at it. She sees she has a text from the school and opens it up. She reads it over and sighs out.
What's wrong, Eris?
I just got word that they are rescheduling the day of the School's private PS due to having the stage floor fixed. It says that it will take a week to get it done, and a new time has been set for when they can hold it. It looks like it's set for the week after. It looks like maybe on the first of the month.
She sighs out annoyed as she tosses her phone on the bed.
Well, this sucks. Now I have to wait a whole damn week, till I can put those pigs in their place. This is gonna be a LONG week.
Hey, you'll see. It'll go by fast.
I hope so. Anyway, I best let you go, baby, I know it's nearing lunchtime for you. So I will talk later.
Alright. And be strong, love, you can do this, and I promise to see you ASAP.
Know.
They give one another an air kiss as they end their call. Reggie finishes fixing her feet up for the night and leaves her be. On his way out, his phone vibrates, and wondering who it could be, he takes it out and sees it was a text message from Knuckles. Opening it up, he looks at it and smiles.
"Mom and Wyn gave the OK, will be there in one week. Possibly for the big PS. Mom just needs to iron out a few things. Think you can help persuade the big grouch to let me stay there instead of the dorms? Also, keep this from Eris, it's a surprise.
You do know she will kill you when she finds out you lied to her.
It'll be worth it.
How do you plan on doing this?
Surprising her in class on my first day. I think mom wants to make sure I have the same classes as her, or at most, some of the same classes. So can I count on you?
You know you can. Good luck."
Reggie chuckles out, as he puts his phone away and heads down the hall with the tea tray and First-Aid kit. He sighs out, knowing that it was going to be hard in talking to Maxwell in letting Knuckles stay here.
The next morning…
Eris sighs out as Reggie drops her off. Her feet had been hurting all morning, and the first thing she was gonna do was go see Espio about getting some new ointment. As Reggie pulls over, he gets out, and goes over to the other side, and opens the back door for her. She gets out and reaches in for her bag, and Jazz as well.
Do you have everything, my dear?
Yeah, I think I do? At least I'm pretty sure I do.
Do you have something underneath?
Trust me, after yesterday, I do.
You're homework?
Yes, it's all in my bookbag.
And of course, you have little Jazz with you. Then I guess you're good to go.
I wish I wasn't.
Reggie chuckles out, hugging her. She hugs back and sighs out, as she heads for the gates of the school. Kids were walking around, some talking with their friends and others just doing whatever. Up till now, this was the first time she saw just how big this school truly was. Which meant that she now could assess everything.
Well, Jazzy girl, this is it. Another day and I'm sure it's gonna be hell.
Cho?
I'll explain things to you.
First off we have groups of kids that like to hang out with one another. Now, mind you they only hang out with their own kind. Like for one. Over there.
Eris points out to the statue and a group of kids.
You can't tell, since we all have to wear the same school uniform, well almost the same. Boys have to wear pants, why girls wear skirts. Anyway, you can tell there the popular kids. Just from the way they hold themselves and act. Not to say what they wear.
Cho, cha?
Yes, I know. but the school does allow one to wear other things, so long as it doesn't go against the rules. Anyway, as you can see there is always a queen bee in each group. That girl there, the white bat. She is the prettiest one among them, and see how the other girls, guys around her, dolt on her?
Cho?
That's how you can tell she is the queen bee. Their leader. And every queen bee needs a king. My guess it's that big fellow leaning on the edge of the school's mascot. See the golden fruit bat?
Cha.
I think it's him. I bet you just about anything, she is a floosie, one who loves going on and using the weaker kids to do her bidding. She loves control, and if she doesn't get her way, she throws a fit. Kind of like you did when you lost your stuffed toy in the middle of the night.
Eris giggles out, as Jazz coos.
She is more than likely the meanest of the mean, someone who won't take no for an answer, and when she sees something she wants, she takes it without remorse. So make sure you stay away from them, alright? Now, the ones around her, I can bet are just as bad. Love bullying others for their fun. Though now I think about it, it wouldn't surprise me if the whole school was like that. Especially after the hell, I've gone through the last few days. Anyway, moving on. Next, we have the jocks. See here.
Eris walks along the pathway and looks around till she sees what she is looking for.
Right there, the jocks. Kids who are into sports. Ranging from football, volleyball, basketball, soccer, and many others. they excel with their kind, forming bonds with one another. They can sometimes start when their kids, and throughout life. But mostly they form them during middle, and high school. They're good at what they do, but not so much in the class department, not some anyway. They tend to be full of themselves and think highly of no one but themselves. They can be HUGE jerks most of the time, but some can be sweet as well. They're good kids, but not always. Another group I wish for you to stay away from, got it?
Cho, cha!
Right, now, we have the overly nice kids…
Eris cringes at this.
They are good kids, but they tend to overdo it on being nice, to the point it becomes sickening. They can be clueless about things, and how people treat them. Sometimes they figure it out, but they brush it off, thinking that if they give love, they'll get it back, sometimes learning the hard way. They can be sweet, and funny, always trying to brighten up someone's day, even if they don't deserve it at all. They just wanna try and make everyone happy.
Eris keeps walking, telling Jazz of all the different groups of people, and which ones to stay away from. Which was pretty much everyone. She finally gets to one of her new favorite groups and smiles.
The Loners, Outcasts, and Losers. This falls to us. Before you came along yesterday, I was treated badly. In truth, I always have been. But this school is the worst. The Prefects are downright nasty, one tried to KILL me my first day here, all because of her now ex-boyfriend helping me to my car because of my feet. I stayed home for two days but was forced to come back. For the last two days, I was harassed, bullied, and turned into the school laughing stock, and slut. And if you're wondering who made me that, look over there. See that stupid black hedgehog with the red stripes in his quills, the one with the blue, and silver hedgehog, and golden fox?
Cha?
They're the ones that turned me into the school's laughing stock, and slut yesterday. I mean I was fine with everything after the fight with that pink-haired freak. But what those four did, it was uncalled for. But in truth, I don't care at all. I had everything taken from me the night my mom died in my arms. People turned on me, people I thought were my true friends. Only one was and he's not here. He won't be able to come till next semester. I miss him like hell. All I wanted was to be left alone. I never wanted any of this at all. But now that I'm the school slut, it's just gonna get worse. Meaning that you could be in danger too. Especially after what happened yesterday.
Sighing out, Eris folds her ears back and starts to turn around, when she bumps into someone. Eris falls back onto the ground, as Jazz falls from her arms. The one she ran into screams out causing everyone to look their way.
WATCH WHERE YOU'RE GOING YOU LITTLE BITCH! YOU SPILLED MY CUPPA-CHINO ALL OVER ME, AND RUINED MY UNIFORM!
Eris moans out, as she rubs her head, shaking it. She looks up and sees the white bat from before. A few of her friends glare down at her, as others help her wipe her clothing down.
Geez, that dweeb really did a number on you, Miss, Rouge.
I'll say. I think if we use cold water we can get it out. I just happen to have some on me. But it will take a bit for it to dry.
Just shut up, and keep at it.
OK, OK enough! Now, who was it that ran into me, and ruined my blazer?
It was her Miss Rouge.
Yeah, that stupid bitch was the one who purposely ran into you. I saw her do it.
Mm-hmm, it's true, she did.
You don't say? Well, I think we need to teach this girl a lesson.
Hey babe, everything alright over here?
Ignis, baby, thank the chaos you're here. This stupid girl purposely ran into me, making me spill my coffee all over me. She has yet to even say she is sorry for doing it. Won't you PLEASE do something?
Is this true? Did you purposely run into my girl, and make her spill her coffee all over her?
Eris only sighs out, as Jazz crawls over to her unharmed. She picks her up as Jazz looks up when she hears the other bat talking.
See, Jazz. This is what I am talking about. They're blaming me for something that was an accident.
She softly whispers to her as she looks back up.
HEY! I'm talking to you bitch! Now answer me! Or do I need to force it out of you?
Sighing out once more. Eris gets up and starts brushing herself off and looking herself over. Shaking her head softly. She turns around ignoring them and starts walking off.
Come on, Jazz, let's leave the rats with wings alone. Let them think what they want. We know the truth, and that is all that matters. Right now we need to go see Espio before classes start for the day.
Ignis growls out, as does Rouge. Ignis reaches out for her, and grabs a hold of her arm, and pulls her back. He towered over by at least three feet if not a bit more, as he leans down and growls at her.
I. asked. You. A. Question, bitch. Now. Answer it. Or do. I have. To force. It's out of. You?
Eris only sighs out, not looking too amused. Sure she was a little intimidating, but only because he was so tall. In truth, if Knuckles was here right now, he'd give him a run for his money in body mass. Ignis growls out, as he licks his lips.
Hey, if she's not going to talk, I think I know of a way.
Rouge and Ignis look at their friend and smile.
Oh, do tell.
She's the new girl everyone has been talking about. The one that Sonic humiliated by taking her panties. Rumor has it that she is a slut, and was asking for it. So maybe we should take her there, and force it out of her if you catch my drift. I bet with the six of us, we're BOUND to get out of her, plus, we get to have some fun, so long as Rouge is alright with it?
Say, not a bad idea. I mean, with as small as she is, and as big as he is, I think he could end up splitting her in two. Not to say I got a few ideas on what we could do to her. Ooooh, here's an even better idea. How about you all gang bang her and I'll record it and post it on Flicky, and Groovetube.
Hey, that's a good idea, baby!
Want to have first dibs on breaking her!
Forget it, fool. I'm the leader here, and I get first dibs.
Eris did not like where this was going. She tries to pull away from the bat but he holds firm.
Forget it bitch. You're mine now, and I'm gonna enjoy fucking you over good. Only one whoever has been able to take me is Rouge, so it's gonna be fun breaking you in, and turning you into my new fuck toy when she doesn't wanna play.
Hey now, hon, share and share-alike. You know the deal. I let you fuck any girl that screws us over, so long as I get to have fun with a new toy too.
But of course, my dear. Do you have anyone in mind?
Oh, do it, and I think it's high time I rewarded him too.
Oh, Jamie dear?
Yes, Miss Rouge?
You've been such a good boy of late, I think it's time I reward you for it.
R-R-REALLY, Miss Rouge.
Indeed. But first, we need to take care of this bimbo, since she refuses to…
IT WAS AN ACCIDENT! I DIDN'T SEE YOU COMING WHEN I TURNED AROUND AND I RAN INTO YOU ON ACCIDENT!
Eris yells out, as they all look at her. Ignis looks down at her, and smiles, chuckling out.
Now see, was that so hard to do?
Eris holds Jazz close to her as Ignis smiles a toothy smile.
But sadly, it's too late. Your fresh meat and I want that tiny little pussy of yours, and I intend to have it. Whether it be willingly or not. And in truth, it won't be willingly at all. Because we're all gonna fuck you silly, till you can't walk. Now start moving.
Ignis turns her around, as the others surround her and force her to start walking. All around them some kids see them, but didn't think anything of it, or didn't really care enough to both with them. But the group did catch the eyes of a couple of people. They look at one another for a moment, then look back at them, as one looks at her friend.
What do you think, Sally girl?
I'm not sure, but I don't like it, Bunnie.
Y'all think we should tell the others, just to be...wait? What's that? Oh My, Stars, look, Sally! Isn't that the Chao she was holding?
The two look over, and they see the bag moving around as Jazz crawls out of it. Their eyes widen in shock when they see her, remember seeing the new girl holding her, and go rushing over to her. Bunnie picks her up as she starts to cry, as they look over to where they had seen the group go.
Come on Bunnie, we need to get Sonic and Shadow.
Right.
With Eris…
Right, we're here.
Ignis grabs a hold of Eris and pushes her into a corner. She hits the wall but manages to stay upright, as she turns around and glares at every one of them.
Why don't you just leave me alone!?
Because, you didn't do as you were told, and now you have to be punished.
Ignis tells her as he moves in on her.
And I told you it was an accident!
Yeah, and I told you it was too late.
I'm warning you to back off! If you don't I'll be forced to defend myself!
Oh, like you could take us all on in the state you are in? Don't think we don't know about your injuries. Everyone knows you were taken to the ER the other night. So if you think you can take us all on, then bring it. I like a good fight. Not to say I like it when my toys are feisty.
Ignis licks his fangs smiling. His friends get ready as Eris takes a stance. It was true she still had some injuries, not to say the two busted ribs. But she wasn't going to let them get away with this. Watching them closely she sees one of them twitch, and that is when she makes her first move, jumping into the air and right at the guy. He moves out of the way, and she manages to roll over and back onto her feet, why at the same time doing a tornado kick sending three of them flying. She jumps back up on her feet and sends a punch right at Rouge who in turn jumps out of the way. Ignis growls out, as he lunges at her, knocking her into a wall. Their hands come together as they try to overpower the other. He leans closer down to her, licking his lips as he pushes her down.
Give it up, bitch. You will be mine!
Not in your dreams pig.
Will see about that. Once I get you down on the ground, I'll fuck you raw.
I'd like to see you try!
Eris bangs her head into his nose hard, forcing him to let go. He screams out and holds his nose as it starts to bleed.
YOU, BITCH! YOU'LL PAY FOR THAT!
HA! GOOD LUCK! BECAUSE BY THE TIME I'M DONE WITH YOU LOT, NOT EVER YOUR OWN…
Eris screams out as she is sent flying. She goes sliding across the ground and hits the wall. Groaning out, she sits up and looks up, and sees Rouge. All she does is scoff out smiling.
So, the fat white rat wants to play now huh?
WHAT DID YOU SAY TO ME?!
Eris gets up laughing out as she takes the sleeve of her blazer and wipes her nose.
You heard me, fatso.
Why you good for nothing, HARLOT!
Hey, I'm no more a prostitute than you are a rat with wings, babe.
Rouge roars out as she lunges at her, her nails out like claws. She takes a swipe at Eris who ducks in time, her nails leaving claw marks in the concrete of the wall. Eris giggles out, as she rams into Rouge, grabbing her around the waist and knocking her over. They tussle for a time, till several of the others jump in at Ignis's orders and try to overpower her. They kick, punch, pull at her hair, and more. But the whole time, Eris doesn't back down, fighting back with everything she has. After a long time, only eight were still standing, two of which were, Rouge, and Ignis. Eris pants hard, holding her side. She was scrapped up pretty good, could tell she would have some bruising, but she still had a lot of fight in her.
You're looking a little tired there, hon? Why don't you just give in now, and let Ignis have his fun?
FORGET IT! I WOULD RATHER SEE THIS BITCH DEAD! YOU THREE TAKE THE RIGHT SIDE! YOU THREE TAKE THE LEFT SIDE! I'LL TAKE THE BACK, AND ROUGE BABY, YOU TAKE THE FRONT! THE MOMENT WE GET HER DOWN, RIP HER CLOTHING OFF! I'LL FUCK THIS TRAMP RAW THEN FUCKING KILL HER!
With Sally, and Bunnie…
I'm sure it was this way. I mean this is the school's blind spot everyone knows about.
Sally girl is right. Ah saw them come this way as well. It's the only place that they could be.
Sonic, we have to find her! Rouge and her gang are not to be taken lightly!
Easy, Sal. Will find her.
I don't know why we should even bother. She told us to stay away from her, or have you forgotten, Sonic?
I know, I know, trust me I haven't forgotten, Shadow. But if it's nearly all of Rouge's gang, then she is going to have a hard time fighting them all. We can't just stand by and let her get hurt even more!
Sugha hog is right, Shadow.
A little bit ago, Sally and Bunnie had found the boys near the steps of the school, they ran to them telling them what they saw, and how they thought Rouge and her gang were up to no good. Saying that they found her Chao and book bag left behind. Shadow at first refused to go help her, reminding Sonic and the others of what she said about placing a restraining order on them. Sonic, reminded him that it was their job as school Prefects to make sure everyone was safe and well.
But Shadow once again refuses to go. Saying she could suffer for all he cared. It was then, Sonic got pissed, and pulled out the trunk card. Asking if it was Maria, would he go and leave her to suffer at the hands of Rouge and her gang? Not only did this earn Sonic a punch in the face, but got Shadow to move to seek Eris out. For the last twenty minutes, they sought her and Rouge and her gang out. Still with little luck.
HEY, TAILS! DIDJA FIND ANYTHING YET?!
NO, NOTHING, SONIC!
Even though Shadow wouldn't admit it, he was starting to worry.
SPREAD OUT AND FIND THEM NOW! THAT HIDDEN PLACE IS AROUND HERE SOMEWHERE!
Everyone spreads out trying to find where it could be. That was till Tails sees something, and calls out.
OVER HERE! I FOUND THEM!
He lands as everyone regroups and he leads the way, but upon getting there, they stop in their tracks and gap out at the sight before them, their mouths opened like big bass fish. All around were the bodies of Rouge's gang, beaten up and knocked out cold, but still alive. But it looks as if some were going to be feeling a few things come tomorrow. As everyone looks around, they hear grunts and see both Eris and Rouge were in a stand-off. Hands clap together as they try to push the other one back, not realizing that Shadow and the others were there.
Rouge soon gets the upper hand and she manages to sweep a leg under Eris, and slams her to the ground. Eris cries out as the wind is knocked out of her. Rouge sees her chance and jumps into the air and aims the heel of her foot down, to finish her. Lucky Eris manages to roll out of the way in time, as her heel comes down hard, cracking the pavement. Rouge growls out as Eris stands up, panting hard.
Give...up...Rouge… it's just...you now...you can't win…
As if, darling...I can still fight…
You're on your last...legs...rat. End this now…
Forget it...whore...I won't...back down…
Rouge LOOK at yourself...look at your friends...I took all...twenty of you...on...and I barely have but a few scratches on me...along with bruises...sure...I'll feel it all come tomorrow...but in the end...I'll...be the one...standing.
FORGET IT! I WON'T LOSE TO SOME HARLOT!
Then...so be it… let's make...this count...because in truth...I don't...think I can go on...much longer.
Fine...by me.
Eris sighs out spitting out some blood, as Rouge rolls her shoulders. They take on one last stance, making sure that it would count. But just as they were about to go in for the final blow, Shadow yells out.
THAT IS ENOUGH!
Both Eris and Rouge look his way, and upon seeing him, Rouge freaks out and makes a run for it. She runs right past Eris and jumps into the air taking flight. But Eris was faster, and ran after her, jumping high into the air and grabbing her ankle and swinging her around in the air, and sending her flying right down into the ground. Rouge didn't know WHAT hit her, so she couldn't recover in time as she hit the ground hard, ricocheting off the ground, as a sickening crack could be heard. Not only was Rouge's breath was knocked out of her, but her left wing was now snapped in several places. Eris walks over to Rouge as she lifts up her head. Upon seeing her, she tries to get up but falls back down. Eris stands over her, as she rolls her tongue around her mouth, and spits on Rouge.
I told...you...Rouge...you can't win…
Rouge moans out, as her head falls back down and lolls to the side, and blacks out. Everyone was quiet for a time, till Sonic whistled out.
Wow, I can't believe you took on nearly twenty people at once, and on your own Monroe. Now that is IM-PRESS-IVE! If I do say so myself.
Upon hearing Sonic, Eris finally snaps out of it and growls out. She looks his way and narrows her eyes at him, as she steps over Rouge's fallen body and right over to him.
Impressive? You thought that WAS IMPRESSIVE!? HOW STUPID ARE YOU, BLUE!? DO YOU THINK I WANTED TO DO THAT?! DO YOU THINK I ENJOYED IT!? DO YOU THINK I DID THAT FOR FUN!?
Eris asks him with every step she takes. Sonic slowly backs up, getting ready to run as she nears, but Shadow steps in her way, blocking her, placing a hand on her. He narrows her eyes at her, as she looks at Sonic. Growling out.
I said. ENOUGH...Miss Monroe.
Eris looks at him growling, as she looks back up at Sonic. She pushes Shadow out of the way as she advances on Sonic once more. Shadow grabs her wrist but she yanks it free, as she points to the massacre as angry tears form.
I DID THAT BECAUSE I HAD TO, BLUE! I DID THAT BECAUSE I HAD NO CHOICE IN THE MATTER! I DID THAT TO PROTECT MYSELF BECAUSE I HAVE NO ONE HERE TO DO IT FOR ME! IT WAS EITHER THEM OR ME! AND I PICKED ME! I STOOD UP FOR MYSELF, PROTECTED MYSELF, BECAUSE I WAS FORCED TO DO SO, SONIC! DON'T YOU SEE!? THIS IS MY LIFE! THIS HAS BEEN MY LIFE FOR THE LAST SIX YEARS!
ALWAYS FIGHTING, DEFENDING MYSELF, EVERY TIME I MOVE! PEOPLE ATTACK ME, HARASS ME, BELITTLE ME! ME, THE NEW GIRL! THE ONLY ONE WHO HAS BEEN THERE FOR ME IS OVER FIVE THOUSAND MILES ACROSS THE FUCKING SEA! AND TILL HE GETS HERE, I'M HOPELESS, WORTHLESS TO ALL OF YOU HERE! I HAVE TO STAND UP FOR MYSELF WHEN IN TRUTH I DON'T WANT TO!
WHEN ALL I WANT IS TO BE LEFT ALONE FOR THE NEXT SIX MONTHS! BUT BECAUSE OF YOU AND AND YOUR FRIENDS BEHIND ME, THAT IS NEVER GOING TO HAPPEN NOW!
THAT IS SOMETHING I CAN NEVER FORGIVE YOU FOR! AND IT'S ALL BECAUSE OF THAT FUCKING PINK BITCH! I WAS FINE WITH THE RUMORS ABOUT HER AND ME, I COULD HAVE IGNORED THEM! BUT NOW THAT IS NO LONGER AN OPTION! I NOW HAVE TO LOOK OVER MY SHOULDER, WATCH MY BACK, MAKE SURE I CAN EVEN SURVIVE FUCKING LUNCH! LET ALONE THE WHOLE FUCKING DAY! YOU THINK YOU ALL KNOW ME! YOU THINK YOU HAVE THE SAME PROBLEMS AS ME! YOU ALL THINK, OH HEY, YEAH, I'VE BEEN THERE DONE THAT! NO BIG DEAL! WELL GUESS WHAT!?
Again, Sonic gulps, shaking hard.
W-W-W-What?
IT. IS. A. BIG. FUCKING. DEAL! IT'S A BIG DEAL TO ME, SONIC! YOU HAVE NO IDEA WHAT I HAVE ENDURED FOR THE LAST SIX YEARS! YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT I HAD TO LOSE EVERY TIME! EVERY TIME I WOULD LOSE SOMEONE CLOSE TO ME, TILL I GAVE IN AND STOPPED CARING ABOUT PEOPLE ALTOGETHER! SO JUST PLEASE!…. I'M BEGGING YOU! JUST LEAVE ME ALONE!...I...I don't want to have to lose you too. Like I lost... so many others….I can't STAND the thought...of...of having to say goodbye again...if...if I have to get close to any of you, only...only to have you all ripped away from me...again...I won't survive.
Everyone looks at one another, as she yells out at Sonic. As she pours out everything that had been bottled up for such a long time. Bunnie holds Jazz close to her, as tears form in her eyes, Sally holds herself, and turns away, feeling awful. Tails holds his tails as tears fall. Silver was confused, not sure what to make of it all since he had never met anyone like her, but he knew he felt bad for her, and lastly, Shadow? Shadow just stands there, unmoving, nothing but a cold exterior shows. Acting like he could care less when in truth he did.
Eris looks at Sonic, one last time, as she turns around and walks off. Everyone parts for her, as Sonic follows her and to the others as she walks off. Till she remembers something. Turning around she looks at Sonic.
Also...one last thing, Sonic?
Y-yeah?
She goes over and without warning, she punches him right in the face, taking everyone off guard, even Shadow who grows angry as he falls to the ground. Scoffing out she starts walking away.
That's...for dropping...me the...other...night...you stupid...blue...rat...also...rabbit girl…
Y-yes?
Eris starts coughing and breathing hard. Everyone looks at her worriedly, till she takes a deep breath to calm herself and speaks as best as she can. Sonic stands up rubbing his jaw as he goes back over to the others.
Would...would you mine...watching over...Jazz...for me, please…?
But of course Ah can, but why?
Eris again starts coughing, this time even harder than before. She covers her mouth and wipes it off, seeing blood on it. She laughs sadly.
Because...I...think...about to...go...join...my mother...
She closes her eyes, as a new round of coughing starts up and ends up on the ground. Everyone cries out as Shadow rushes to her side and catches her as she doubles over, ready to fall. He holds her close as she continues to cough up blood. Everyone gathers around her, as Tails whips out his phone and calls for an EMT. She finally stops and opens her eyes, seeing Shadow look down at her, scared. She laughs out, scoffing, as she reaches up to him, seeing a tear form in his eye. She wipes it away smiling at him, remembering her mother on the night she lost her. He quickly places his hand over hers and holds it as more and more fall.
Sh...adow….?
Y-yeah…?
Where...do we go...when we die?
Eris asks weakly as she coughs up more blood.
Don't...don't say such a thing...M-Miss...Monroe...You're not going to die…
Please...Shadow...tell...me where...we go...I need to...know...if...mama...is up there too…
Everyone watches on, as Shadow holds her, tears fall from everyone's eyes. Sonic holds onto Sally, as she hides her face, in his chest. Tails was still on his phone talking to the EMT unaware of what was going on. Silver holds Bunnie, as both she and Jazz cry.
S-shadow?…
T-T-the stars...my sister...told me...we go...to the stars…
Eris smiles weakly at him as if this pleased her.
The...stars...mama...said that...too...M-maybe...I'll...become...a...a...beautiful...ruby...red one...with...flecks of...gold...just like...your eyes...Shadow…there...so...beautiful...
All Shadow could do was chuckle out, as he held her. Realizing something was going on, Tails turns around and gaps out, yelling into the receiver.
FORGET THE GROUND UNIT, WE NEED A HELICOPTER EVAC NOW! HURRY! SHE'S DYING!
Shadow…
Y-yeah…
I'm...cold...can...you hold...me...please…
All Shadow could do was nod, as he took off his blazer, and put it over her. He gently picks her up and holds her close. As he holds her close, he rocks back and forth.
Shadow…
Y-yes...Miss...Monroe?
She chuckles out weakly nuzzling him as best as she could.
Call...me...Bella...or...Eris...please…
A-Alright...Eris….
I'm...sorry…
Y-you have...n-nothing to be...sorry for...just...stay with me...please…
Eris smiles at him, and gently kisses his cheek. Shadow's eyes widen in surprise, as he looks at her.
E-Eris?…
Tell...Knuckles...I...tried...Tell...him...I love...him…
Y-you can...can tell...him yourself...Eris...b-because...you're gonna...make it...I...promise…
I...hope...your...better...at keeping...them...unlike...blue is…
I...I...am...I promise...you're gonna make...it…Eris...just...just stay with me...please…Eris? Eris? ERIS!?
Eris' arm falls to the side, as EMTs come running around the corner with a gurney, they quickly remove Shadow from Eris and start working on her, doing CPR. They hurry and put her on a stretcher just as an Evac Helicopter flies overhead and starts lowering a bed down. They place her on it and they lift her on it and fly away to the nearby hospital.
