(AN: This chapter we pick up from where we last left off since I'm breaking this up into two parts.)
ROSEWOOD ACADEMY HIGH
CHAPTER 4…A BROKEN ANGEL ANGEL RISES FROM THE ASHES…FINAL…PART 2 OF 2…
At lunch…
And he goes and attacks me, sending me flying into the wall, giving Tony the chance to knock him to the ground, and the guards to jump him and grab a hold of him and drag him out.
Eris was now at lunch, her, Yona, Espio, and Honey were sitting at a table eating as she told them what happened when she woke up from her coma.
Nya...That sounds bad.
Yona agrees.
That isn't the worst of it…
Eris explains more of her tale and by the time she was done they were fairly shocked at what they found out.
Are you sure about this, Eris?
Nya? Yeah, that all sounds so far-fetched if you ask me.
Yona still a bit confused? If what Bella says is true, why does she feel something off about all of this?
I'm not sure, Yona? But I know my father would never do anything to harm me, let alone lie to me. What I mean is why come to the hospital at all if he doesn't love me or anything? Him and Tony both?
Nya, but that Tony fellow is nearly four years older than you, Eris.
It's not unheard of, you know Honey?
Nya, I know, but why to someone as old as him? He's like twenty right?
Yeah, he is, why?
Don't you think that is a little odd?
I guess, but like I told you it was done when I was young so I couldn't protest about it.
Honey sighs out nodding in agreement.
Nya, I guess.
So what's been going on around here, why have I been gone?
Espio and the girls tell her everything that she had missed out on over the last four months and at hearing some of the things she sighs out.
Well, that sucks. I guess I won't be able to go then? Not to say, I don't even have a date for the Spring Formal.
Why Bella say that?
Well, four one, I was out cold for four months, so I never got the chance to truly make any friends, and my first like two, three weeks I was picked on, and turned into the school's slut. Then there is the problem of having all this homework I need to finish, due to being out cold. And lastly, I think half the school still hates me for what happened. Hey, speaking of which, whatever did happen to Rouge and her gang anyway?
From my understanding….
The bitch still goes here, unfortunately for you, and she wants your head after what happened. Half the school does, doll-face. Half the school thinks you are some kind of hero after what you have done to her and her group. She's been a real pest to everyone, and it's 50-50 all over the school, baby.
Eris and the others look up as they see a green Hedgehog, with red shades walking over to them. He had a toothpick in his mouth, and a hand in his pants pocket. As he comes near he puts his other hand in his pocket and stops as a Jackal and walrus join him.
Nya…Would you look at who it is? Scourge, the school's local bad boy, and his fleabag dog, and blubber butt friend.
What did you call me, Honey?
The walrus growls out as he holds up a fist.
I'd watch it if I were you, miss Cat.
The jackal tells her, as he growls out.
Stand down, Zero, Boomer. We're not here to fight.
Nya! Then leave, we don't need you around here, or around Eris.
Scourge holds up his hands showing he meant no harm.
Now just hold your horses, Honey, I'm only here to talk to the girl nothing more.
Yona thinks green meanie should go now why he can before Yona make him beat it.
Agreed, as well. I think it is best you leave now why you can, Scourge, and take your friends with you. Eris doesn't need trouble on her first day of school. She only just came back, and some already have tried things with her. So just leave her alone.
Take it easy you three. As I said, I only wish to talk with her, not start trouble with her. I promise.
Yona know your promises are like yesterday's mystery meat, trash.
NYA!
Agreed.
Yona stands up cracking her knuckles and Espio, and Honey gets up as well, and growls out, sensing something was about to start, Eris gets up and stands in front of Yona, and them, and holds her hands up.
Easy guys. Please. I know he is a big creep and all, I remember what he did to me, but it's like you said, I don't need any more drama today. And you guys will be doing just that. So it's fine. If he wishes to talk, I'll go and talk with him. I doubt he is the kind to start something with so many around.
NYA, Eris. Don't bet on it. He loves starting trouble when he's bored, or it benefits him.
Hmm.
Honey right. It would be a Scourge thing, Yona no like it when he causes problems.
I promise, if it helps prevent one then I'll go talk with him. Alright? I shouldn't be too long.
Fine, but if you try anything to her, Scourge, harm her, or harass her in any way and we get wind of it, you're dead. Got it?
Take it easy, Espio. Sheesh, no need to lay the threats so thick. I know when to behave, and when to have fun. Besides, you think I wish to start something so soon, after getting off for good boy behavior?
Nya! It would be a typical you thing, Scourge.
Honey stands there folding her arms scoffing out. Scourge only chuckles out as he holds up his hand.
OK, OK, you got me there, kitty cat. You got me there. But this time I mean it. Tell you what, if you are all so worried, then why don't one of you come with us, and watch over me to make sure I'm not gonna do anything.
Espio sighs out but holds his hand up letting the girls know to calm down, as he looks at Eris.
The call is yours, Eris. If you wish to speak with him alone, we will honor your call. And if not, then I'll be more than happy to go with you and keep an eye on him.
Eris loos over at Scourge and her friends and sighs out.
Do you give your word you won't try anything, like last time?
I promise not to try anything like last time. Hell, I'll even keep Boomer, and Zero here and it will be just us two? What do you say?
Eris looks at Boomer and Zero and sighs out.
Can I trust you two not to annoy my friends too much, why we are gone?
I may be many things, my dear. But just like Espio, I do have honor. I give you my word, that I will not do or say anything to annoy your friends.
Yeah, I'll behave why you're gone, as well.
She gives them a skeptical look as she looks over at Espio. He nods at her and she looks to Scourge.
Alright, just us two then. But if you try anything, you'll be sorry.
I promise to be a good boy.
Nodding, she finally agrees to go with him to talk, as the others stay behind.
Just so you know, I'll be following them, right, Zero?
Oh, I know, and I nor Boomer will stop you. Will we, Boomer?
Boomer scratches at his ear, and flicks whatever off his finger, nodding as he folds his arms.
Yep. Pretty much, Zero.
Nodding he hurries to catch up with and ends up vanishing out of sight, as he does, concealing himself with his surroundings as he follows Scourge and Eris.
With Scourge and Eris…
So what was it you wanted to talk about?
Not around here with so many kids, I don't need them to hear.
Alright?
Eris looks at him as he escorts her out of the lunchroom and outside and to a big old oak tree that occupied the middle of the grounds. It was there they stopped.
Right, this should do it.
Do it for what?
Scourge looks around making sure no one was around, and seeing no one, he sighs out scratching his head.
Listen…about the day you got that Chao…
Jazz, you mean?
Is that what you named her?
Yeah, I was at home listening to one of my favorite Jazz musicians relaxing when she seemed to like it, so I named her Jazz.
Heh, cute.
Cute.
Thanks.
Look, it's not normally my thing to apologize or anything, or to anyone, with having a reputation as I have, but I wanted to say sorry for what happened that day. What happened that day, we stepped out of line, and you were right. We did kind of abuse our power some that day to torment you. And...well… I hope you can forgive me and my friends for it.
Eris looks at Scourge with a fold of her arms, and a raised eyebrow as she takes on a slightly cocky stance, giggling behind a fist. Scourge gave her a quizzical look wondering what was so funny.
What is so funny, girly?
I'm...I'm sorry, it's just for as long as I have always been picked on, and harassed by bullies, not ONCE have any of them gone, and said they're sorry to me before. They would only brush it off and walk away. So this tells me something.
What would that be?
That someone bigger, stronger, nastier, and redder, threatened to kick your ass if you don't. Am I right?
Heh, you got me there. But yeah. That Echidna boyfriend of yours, told me if I didn't, he'd kill me. And to be quite frank, he could have been nicer about it. The dude really has his balls in a knot.
Yeah about that, turns out he's not my boyfriend at all, but a lying jerk.
Scourge stands there folding his arms and tilts his head at her.
You don't say, doll-face?
Yeah, I do say.
So like what happened if I may ask?
Sighing out, she rubs her temples and tells her story a second time.
Wow, and I thought I was bad. But that is downright low. Even for him. I mean I've been annoying him every chance I get, just for fun. But really? Just wow.
Yeah, I know.
Listen, if he ever bothers you in any way, shape, or form, just come find me, alright? I know I was a jerk before, but I got your back, babe.
Eris looks over at him and smiles, with a fold of her arms.
What's the catch?
What do you mean, what's the catch? Do I need a reason to want to help out?
I know your kind, Scourge. You always want something in return for helping people like me out, so what is it?
Listen, I promise there is no catch, if what you say is true, then so be it. I know I have a rep and all, but come on, give me a little credit here, babe.
Eris looks him over, as if trying to get a read and feel on him, but sensing no ill intentions from him, she sighs out and nods.
Alright, I trust you, Scourge. But don't make me regret it, OK?
Sure thing, babe. So what's your next class?
I believe it's Art shop.
Cool, I'll come with you, it's my next one as well.
You...do art?
Don't look so surprised?
I thought you were one of the big bad guys, who would be into graffiti and such, not writing, music, or painting?
Well, graffiti IS a form of painting you know?
I happen to know...wait?
Eris holds up a finger thinking for a moment till she realizes he was.
Huh? I guess you're right. In a way it kind of is.
Told you, doll-face.
Scourge chuckles out as he walks near to her and puts an arm around her shoulder leading her away.
So why don't we head on back and get your things and head to class?
Well, in truth I left everything in my locker, and since Art Class has everything, I won't be needing anything.
Alright then, how about we just hear right there, we can get the good stuff before everyone else takes it.
What about Espio, Honey, and Yona, they'll be worried about me.
Don't worry, I got you covered, give me one moment.
Scourge takes his arm off her and pulls out his phone, and texts Zero. After a moment, he gets a message back letting him know they would tell them.
Right, all done. So how about it? Allow me to escort her ladyship to class?
Scourge puts an arm behind his back and bows gesturing with his free hand, making Eris giggle out.
But of course, kind sir. I would love it if you did.
Heh, now you're talking my language toots.
He holds out his right arm and they link them, as they walk off. As they walk off, two people jump down from the branches of the tree and show themselves. One of them stands there with his arms folded, and hums out, as the other one places a folded hand on his hip.
So you heard all of that right?
Yeah, it was the whole reason why I sent Scourge to her in the first place. I knew he could fool her into believing him.
I get the feeling she won't be happy when she finds out you're using him to get to her.
Yeah, I know, but I need to know what is going on. Something isn't adding up with all of this.
So you've informed me, Shadow. But why do I get the feeling that he will end up playing his own game now after hearing it? You know he's never been one to follow your orders, even IF you are the Head Prefect.
True, and if he does, then there is nothing I can do. My father told me to kind of lay low, especially right now with everything going on.
So I've heard. Speaking on which, how is Sonic?
He's still pretty broken up about losing his mom. It's like all the joy and life that was in him, is just...GONE. I hate seeing him like this, Espio.
I know. but give it time, I'm sure he will come around, and be back to his old self.
Right. So what now?
We head to class of course. What else is there to do?
Good point.
With that, the boys turn around and head off to class. The rest of the day was uneventful, everyone stayed cleared of Eris when they saw her with Scourge, and he made sure to keep everyone away. He even joined her for her three-hour study hall, instead of her two, due to her teacher having to rush off for a family emergency, thus giving all the students in the class the day off, so she took this as a sign, and started on four months of homework in the library. Thankfully for her, Espio, Yona, and Honey came to her aid and helped her, why Scourge and his friends stayed in the background, keeping an eye on them. As they worked, the clock in the Library rang out letting them know it was two and that they had been working for nearly an hour already. Espio excuses himself saying he was going to get some more drinks from the vending machine, along with some snacks, and would be right back. As he does that, Eris yawns out, as she takes a moment to stretch out, and lets it out as a sigh.
Chaos, this is tiring. I'm glad I only have like a dozen extra credits I need to do, and some tests I'll need to catch up on later on, but still?
Eh, you get used to it after a time, babe.
Says the one who is slacking off.
Hey, who says I'm not studying right now?
Eris only scoffs out, as she giggles.
Scourge, checking out the girls is not studying. I think even Espio, Yona, Honey, Zero, and Boomer can agree with me on that part.
Please refrain from involving me in this if you would, Miss Monroe. This has nothing to do with me.
Same, here. Besides, who said checking out cute girls isn't studying? I mean how else are we to learn about them?
Gee, I don't know? Maybe try ASKING about them? That tends to help.
That's boring if you ask me.
He's right, babe, that is boring. I mean take that red vixen over there. The one with the yellow hair bow.
Eris looks over, spotting her then looks over at him.
What about her?
I happen to know she is a first-class bitch. Sure she's hot and everything, but she's a downright bitch.
And how would you know that from just LOOKING at her, I'm sure she is very sweet and kind.
Don't bet on it, doll-face. She's the new head female Prefect. She took over after Amy lost her spot. She is just one of three head Prefects females of the school.
Nya, it's true.
Not to say, she's my Ex too. I suggest you stay as far away from her as you possibly can. She is not someone you wish to mess with. Oops...speaking of the she-devil, here she comes. Look lively, guys, and be on your guard.
As he says that, Eris looks back over and sees that Fiona was indeed heading her way, and it looked like she had some friends with her as well. They all had the stereotypical high school bitch looks about them. All four of them were very pretty, and the way they held themselves told Eris, they were not a group to mess with. They had a sass to their step that would make any boy look their way twice, just to get a better glimpse of them. As they neared, Fiona flipped her hair over her shoulders and stopped before their table.
Well, well, well. LOOK who decided to grace us with her presents? The Queen BITCH herself.
Scourge chuckles out as Fiona rolls her eyes and scoffs out, as she folds her arms.
Oh shut it, Scourge. I'm not here to see you, I'm here to see the new girl.
Eris could sense the tension in the air, as she looked up at her.
What can I help you with?
Easy, for one, you can go to hell, you little tramp.
E-Excuse me?
Eris looks surprised by her outburst to her as she looks to her friends and back.
You heard me. I know all about you. You think you're some poor little sap girl, who can cry a river, and everyone will come running to your aid. Well, guess what?
W-What?
You're wrong. If you know what is good for you, you'll stay the fuck away from everyone. In fact, why not just go back to where you came from. Rosewood would be better off with one less little slutty tramp in its halls.
Eris reals back some, blinking a couple of times.
I'm...I'm sorry, but what did I ever do to you? I mean I only just met you, and you're treating me like I'm some...PLAGUE, that needs to be gotten rid of.
That's the idea, you little whore. I've seen you hanging out with my man, all afternoon, and I'm warning you to back off him. Trust me, the gossip around here travels fast, little miss… "I don't wear any panties under my skirt just to show off and get laid".
I told you we were done, Fiona. You're too much of a First Class Bitch for my liking. I told you I wanted nothing more to do with you, especially after you went and cheated on me with Zero, and played him like a fiddle, just to piss me off.
Zero sighs out, as he files his nails looking bored.
Indeed. I should have listened to Boomer at the time, but I didn't. I for one do not like having feelings toyed with like they were nothing. So like Scourge said, fuck off, bitch. For if anyone is a whore around here, it's you.
You just shut up, this has nothing to do with you. I'm seeing someone new, and have been for about five months or so. Now as for this filthy little tramp. Come on, out with it, it's true, isn't it? You let Shadow have your panties, didn't you? Rumors going around, he pulled you down that hallway, the one hallway that people only go down, to get laid since it's just the janitor's bots hallway for that section of the school, and is never really used.
Wha?! NO!? Th-That isn't true.
Eris gasps out, as she blushes bright red from shame and embarrassment. Her ears fold back, as she holds herself.
Th-that wasn't my fault.
Or really? Don't lie to me, bitch. My girl, Connie, saw you with Shadow down the hallway that day.
She's right, I did see you with Shadow. The school's number one must-have boy.
L-look...I...I…I don't remember much of…of what happened since the fight with… Rouge…and her group…and…and after it…Honey…and…the others told me…what happened…and I remembered…some of what happened…and…and I was trying to get...get away from him...when he….he pulled me down the hallway...and...and….
Eris swallows as she holds herself more, as her ears flatten themselves closer to her head.
Oh, don't lie.
B-but I'm not...M-Most everyone…knows that I was…was gone for four months…and…in the hospital…
Oh, come on! That's a load of shit. Even my new boyfriend thinks this as well. He thinks you're a slut in the making when in truth, you're already one. I know you've hung out with him before, in his room even. So don't go playing games, bitch. Honey was the one that told me you hung out with him in his room. Why I wouldn't be the least bit surprised if you seduced him into fucking you.
B-But…I…I don't know…who your boyfriend is…and…and…
Eris looks at Honey confused. Honey only looks away with a fold of her ears, as she holds an arm. Eris didn't know what was going on but she looked back at Fiona, not knowing what she was talking about.
I...I don't know what it is you're talking about? I...I mean...I mean I would NEVER...not when I HAVE someone already...someone I'm engaged to...and...and…
Oh, you mean that twenty-year-old cheetah? HA! Don't make me laugh. Trust me we know. Why I bet you just about anything he is only using you so he can get down your pants. At least that's the newest rumor around the school. Like who is he anyway? Besides your so-called, "FIANCEE".
Why I heard that she is that guy's little fuck toy, Fi. If you get what I mean? I mean, sure she is pretty and everything, so it's not too surprising he would want to collar her and use her as a plaything. Hehe.
Why I bet that dear old daddy, sold you to him to be his little fuck toy. HA! Why I even bet my family's whole fortune that your father couldn't wait to get rid of you, especially after you got your own MOTHER killed, so he sold you off to that guy.
Eris' eyes widen in shock as some of the colors from her face drains out.
H-H-How…when….I've…I've never told…anyone…no…no one…how…
Fiona folds her arms as she gives Eris a smug look, as she looks down at her seeing she had hit home.
Oooo, look girls, I was right. She did kill her own mother. I knew my cousin wouldn't let me down. Oh, this is too good to be true. Wait till the whole school knows about this. If they didn't think she was a monster before, they will now. My cousin even told me that her mother was PREGNANT as well. So she didn't just kill her mother, but her unborn child as well.
That…that…no I didn't…It…It…it wasn't…No…
. Scourge growls out, becoming pissed as do the others. Eris starts to panic as she tries to figure out how she knew about that. How did this girl know about her dark past? Who told her in the first place? Was she even telling the truth about her cousin? And if so, who IS her cousin to start with? No one knew about her dark past but her father, Tony, Reggie, and the Echidna, Knuckles. So how was this possible? Could it be that she took one huge wild guess and hit the nail on the head? All Eris knew was she was wishing to be anywhere but here right now. She held herself trying to gain control, but it was no use. Tears pricked at her eyes as her breaths came fast and shallow. Fiona and her friends giggle out as they see the state Eris is in. Eris looks around rapidly with her eyes, trying to think of something, ANYTHING to help her regain control of things. But nothing was working as a panic attack was inevitable. Fiona sees this and she can't help but make it worse for her.
Aw, did I make the widdle slut cry? Is the wittle slut, going to run away to her daddy now, hmm? Or maybe the widdle slut gonna go run to her dear old dead mommy she killed. HA HA HA HA HAAAAAAAA!
Eris starts to have a hard time breathing, everything around her sounds like it was underwater, or underground. She couldn't tell if someone was talking to her or not. Things start to become hazy and blurry, as she takes fast shallow breaths, to the point it felt like she was either going to up-heave her lunch or pass out. Or both. Honey sees her and takes hold of her, but Eris doesn't even give her the time of day. It sounded like she was saying something but she couldn't hear her at all. Honey becomes extremely worried as she calls out to Scourge.
NYA! SCOURGE YOU NEED TO MAKE HER STOP NOW! THIS ISN'T HELPING ERIS! NYA! I…I THINK SHE IS GOING INTO SOME KIND OF PANIC ATTACK!
Scourge growls out and looks over and sees that Honey was right. Growling out, now beyond pissed off, he looks at Fiona.
I'm warning you, Fiona, you need to stop right now! Before I Make you!
Aw Scourgie-poo, just look at you being the little sluts knight in shining armor, right now. That is so like you. Going after the weak ones just to get up their skirts, or down their pants. I knew there had to be a reason why you were hanging out with her, and befriending her. You haven't changed at all. You only want her for her ass, as you do with them all.
Scourge growls out, as he stands up and places his hands on the table. A vein pops out as he grits his teeth together growling out low and deadly.
I'm warning you for the last time, to back. Off. Now. Fiona. You know I am not above hitting a girl when she deserves it. So say something like that again, and see what happens.
Fiona only giggles, out, not scared of his threat. She leans down and copies the same pose he does as she gets in his face. Yona stands up, ready to back Scourge up, as does Zero, and Boomer. Honey keeps ahold of Eris trying to calm her down but was failing.
NYA! FIONA JUST STOP IT ALREADY!
Fiona ignores her chuckling out.
Oh, Scourgie-poo your so cute when you get all mad.
Fiona…
Scourge growls out as Fiona doesn't back down.
Yona thinks little foxy bitch, should shut up right now before Yona makes the little foxy bitch shut up. Foxy bitch hurting Yona's new friend!
Why should I, Yona? You know it's true. If you don't believe me, ask Honey, he pulled the same stunt on her, and many girls like her.
NYA! YOU BET SHUT UP FIONA BEFORE I CLAW YOUR FACE OFF!
Tears fall freely down Eris' cheek as she sits there frozen to the spot. Not able to move, talk, or even breathe…Wait…WAS she even breathing? She couldn't tell, all she could tell was things sounded so far off to her, as the memories of that night came rushing back to her. She grabs onto Honey not realizing it, as she whispers over and over again…
It's true…it's true…it's true…I killed her…I killed my mother…my baby brother…it's true…I did that…she is right…it's true…
Nya!? Eris? Eris, what's wrong? Eris come on, snap out of it, NYA!
It's true…It's true…It's true…it's my fault…my fault….she is gone…because of me…
That is enough, Fiona.
Fiona, ears straighten up as she recognizes the voice, and she smiles looking at who it was.
Espio, baby, hello, I didn't see you coming.
Fiona turns around and greets him as he sets everything down, just as she places her arms around him, and kisses him. Espio growls out as he narrows his eyes at her and places an arm around Fiona's waist not looking too happy right now.
What are you doing here, Fiona?
Oh, nothing. Nothing at all. I was just talking to the new girl and the rest.
Espio looked over at Eris and he could see she didn't look well. He looks back at Fiona and pushes her away from him, as he hurries over to Eris, and takes hold of her, holding her chin.
Eris…Eris can you hear me? Eris…
It's my fault…it's my fault…it's all my fault….she's dead because of me…I killed her…I killed her…
Eris listen to me…you didn't kill anyone…it's not your fault…Eris…Shit…Honey, what happened here? What happened to Eris?
NYA! Espio, I don't know what's going on, Fiona said something and she ended up like this! I can't snap her out of it! Oh, Espio, I'm scared! HELP HER PLEASE!
Scourge!
The bitch said something about her killing her mother, how her father sold her to the guy she is with right now. Some downright dark shit.
I have no idea what they're talking about, baby. I truly don't. I never said anything of the like. Did I Connie?
Nope, nothing at all.
WHY YOU LYING LITTLE BITCH! YOU'RE GOING TO REGRET THIS! JUST MARK MY WORD! WHEN I GET MY HANDS ON YOU, I'LL FUCKING BEAT YOU BLACKER, AND BLUER THAN SONIC OR SHADOW!
Scourges roars out, now at his breaking point. This was all it took for Eris to snap out of it now. She gets up as fast as she can and runs off crying.
NYA! ERIS!? WAIT!? ERIS!
Honey starts to run after her, but Espio stops her.
BUT ESPIO! SHE NEEDS ME!
Just wait, Honey. We'll go find her in a moment, but first. What did you do, Fiona?
Espio looks at her asking her in a deadly tone. All she does is shrug as if it was nothing.
All I did was tell her the truth about Scourge, and how her father sold her off to that cheetah, all because she had killed her mother and unborn child. In truth, I thought I had made that bit up, but something tells me I hit the nail on the head with that dead mother bit. Even told her how you thought she was nothing more than a slut yourself.
WHAT!? Fiona how could you! I would NEVER disrespect a lady like that at all! Especially one who has been through hell like she has.
Oh, please, baby. It's true and you know it. You won't voice your thoughts so I will.
Fiona wraps her arms around his neck and starts peppering him with kisses, acting all cute and coy. This has no effect on him at all.
Get off me, Fiona. NOW!
Aw, but baby, I wanna spend some time with you. We still have study hall left, so why don't we leave these freaks behind and go back to your room for a little us time, hmm?
Espio only growls out, as he narrows her eyes. Right now all he wanted to do was go against his code and beat the shit out of her. Something he would never do to a lady. But he would make an exception this time for her.
I said. Get. Off. Right. Now. Fiona! I no longer want anything to do with you!
WHAT!? WHY!?
You know why, Fiona. You attacked an innocent girl for nothing. Upset my friends, and more than likely cause Eris, to distrust us all. And all for what? Huh? Tell me right now?
Espio, she is nothing but a tramp. A whore, a slut. She can't be trusted around you. If you ask me, I did you a favor.
Espio growls out as she stands there folding her arms.
She has done more harm than good if you ask me. She is, after all, the school's slut. And every guy wants her. All I did was tell her the truth about it all. I mean why else would Scourge befriend her? I mean, you know as well as I do, he always goes after the weak ones like her. Ones with a troubled past. He lures them in, makes them think they have a friend in them. And BAM!
Fiona snaps her fingers as she goes on.
He's down their pants or up their skirts, and using them for his sexual gain. You know I am not wrong, he did it with Honey, isn't that right, Honey? Not to say Connie as well as the others, right girls?
Honey only stays quiet not answering her, but her friends only nod.
See?
I don't care, Fiona. What you just did you had no right to.
Doesn't matter if I had a right or not. It's my job.
No, it wasn't. Now get out of there. I'm sick of looking at you.
OK, OK fine whatever. So I assume we're still on for tonight then? I'm looking forward to my little special surprise tonight.
She winks at him, as she licks her lips. She goes to kiss him, but he stops her.
I just told you I'm done with you. I no longer wish to be with you. You and I are no more, Fiona.
But Espio, baby!?
Fiona tries once more to lure him in, with her sexual charm. But as she starts to hang off him, he growls out and pushes her off him.
I'm warning you right now, leave why you can. Because if I have to I'll make an exception this time on raising a hand to a girl.
Don't bother tainting yourself, Espio. Let me do it for you. I'm not above hitting a girl like her at all. Trust me, it wouldn't be the first time I had to put this slut in her place.
Scourge cracks his knuckles as he stares at Fiona. Fiona scoffs out as she walks over to Espio once again, and licking her lips she places a finger under his chin making him look at her.
Come now, Espio baby. You know you can't get rid of me that easily. You know I would never do anything to hurt you personally. Now come on, how about it? You and me, your room right now, under the covers of your bed. I'll even let you do that thing we both like with your tongue.
She chuckles out sexually. Espio only growls out and pushes her back, but this time with a little more force.
I said to fuck off, Fiona.
Fiona scoffs out, finally taking the hint.
OK, fine, you win. But don't think this is over. You will pay for this.
Go ahead and try, Fiona, it will do no good. Most of the school knows you're nothing but a liar. And I should have listened to Boomer and the rest. That there is my fault in the matter.
Well, whatever. Come along girls let's go.
Fiona flips her hair over her shoulders and starts to walk off when Honey speaks up.
NYA! Hold on a moment, you forgot something, bitch.
What is it, you little whelp?
Fiona scoffs out and rolls her eyes as she turns back around to face Honey. But the moment she does, she is met with claws across her face as she is sent flying back into her friends.
NYA! THAT IS FOR HURTING ERIS! AND THIS RUINED OUR FRIENDSHIP WITH HER! NYYYYYAAAAA!
Before anyone could stop her, Honey was all over her. She was punching, kicking, clawing, and even biting Fiona like no tomorrow.
Yona no let Honey have all the fun! Yona wants to help too!
Before Espio, Scourge, Boomer, and Zero could stop her she was in the fray of things. Connie and Fiona's other three friends try to help her fight them off, but it is doing no good. Espio and the others step in to help, but Scourge gets decked and sent flying to the floor where someone comes running down the way and yells out.
THAT! IS! ENOUGH! ALL! OF YOU! RIGHT NOW! WHAT IS THE MEANING OF THIS!
Scourge groans out and holds his head rubbing it as he looks up to see who it was.
Oh, great, it's you.
Scourge what the fucking hell is going on? What did you do now?
Well, you're not going to believe this, Blackie, but it wasn't me for once.
You're right, I don't believe you.
The guy stands there folding his arms as he looks down at him with a raised eyebrow.
He's telling the truth, Shadow.
Espio?!
Shadow looks up seeing him.
Why do I get the feeling this is one hell of a story?
NYA! LET ME GO BOOMER! I NEED TO FINISH CLAWING THAT BITCHES FACE OFF FOR HURTING ERIS! SHE WON'T GET AWAY WITH THIS! DON'T LET HER GO YONA! HOLD ON TO HER! LET ME GO! COME ON LET ME AT HER! LET ME AT HER! LET ME AT HER! NYYYYYAAAAA!
Shadow looks over at a struggling Honey as she fights to get out of Boomer's hold and looks over to Yona who still had a fist raised and was ready to hit Fiona.
Mean bitch fox hurt, Yona's new friend. Yona gonna break bitch fox for it.
Shadow sighs out rubbing his temples as someone comes over to see what is going on.
Shadow, do you need some help?
Shadow looks over and sees Knuckles and sighs out, and nods his head.
Yeah, I could use some help, Knuckles. Mind helping the girls up and take hold of the vixen?
Sure thing.
Knuckles does as he was asked, as Yona didn't look too happy. One of the other girls tried to get away but was stopped by some red glowing cubes.
Sorry, but you're not going anywhere right now. You're as much part of this as the rest.
He's right. So would someone mind telling me what is going on?
NYA! LET ME GO!
Shadow sighs out, once again rubbing his temples.
Only if you promise to behave, Honey.
Honey growls out with a scoff and folds her arms and nods. Still annoyed.
Let her go, Boomer.
You sure, Shadow?
Yeah.
Alright, but I think I should hold onto her. She is NOT a happy kitty right now.
Just let her go.
Boomer sighs out and lets her go, slowly removing his arms from around her waist. Once she is free Honey takes her chance and jumps at Fiona once again, taking even Knuckles off guard, who in turn lifts Fiona high up out of the way and takes a step back, nearly falling in the process.
WHOA!
H-HEY!
Lucky for them, Boomer was faster than her and once again grabbed her. Knuckles looks at him, and he gulps. Boomer tells him he has her this time and he could put Fiona down. Realizing this he looks up and chuckles out as Fiona looks redder than her fur right now.
S-Sorry, Miss.
You…You better be, big guy.
Knuckles sets her down, rubbing the back of his head chuckling out sheepishly.
S-Sorry once again. Force of habit when I was with someone, hehe.
You don't say, sexy?
Fiona licks her lips taking a liking to Knuckles.
Oh for crying out loud! Knuckles take Fiona and her group and set them at the other end of the table. Zero use your cubes to form a block-aid so they can't go anywhere. Boomer, take Scourge, Yona, and Honey to the other side, and no one is to move a muscle till I say otherwise. No one is to speak unless I state their names, got it?
They all nod in agreement, even a reluctant Honey.
With Eris…
Eris goes running down the empty hallways of the school, a couple of teachers who saw her go running by their classrooms hurry to their doors and yell at her that there is to be no running in the halls. But she ignores every one of them, till she ends up down another hallway, not realizing it was the one from the time Shadow pinned her to the walls and stole her panties. She keeps running down the halls till she makes a right-hand turn and ends up running into someone. She falls to the floor and stays there as she curls into a ball trying to think when all she could think about was how it was her fault that her mother is gone.
Hey, Miss, are you alright?!
Eris ignores him as she keeps softly whispering that same mantra over, and over again. The person becomes worried she was hurt when a soft cyan glow comes out of nowhere and lights the hallway up.
Oh crap, Eris?!
Again the person speaks to her, as he makes the cyan light brighter so they could see. The guy kneels to help her up, and make sure she is alright when he catches her saying something.
It's my fault…it's my fault….it's my fault…
Hey Eris, are you OK? Come on, snap out of it. What's your fault?
It's my fault…It's my fault she is dead….I killed her…I was the one that killed her. It's my fault…It's my fault…It's my fault…
Eris, hey Eris, come on, snap out of it. Killed who? Who did you kill? Eris?!
The person starts to become excessively worried when she wouldn't answer him. He looks around trying to think of something when someone calls out.
Hey, is everything alright? Hey, Silver is that you, what are you doing?
It was a female voice as she came walking down the hallway.
I saw someone come running down this way and came to see...OH!? SILVER WHAT DID YOU DO TO HER!?
I didn't do ANYTHING to her Zippy.
The girl, named Zippy, ignores him, and pushes him away from Eris, as he falls to the floor. He grits his teeth as the light from his hand goes out and he hisses out as the girl takes hold of Eris and bares her teeth at Silver as new light shines from someplace.
WHAT DID YOU DO TO HER SILVER!?
I didn't do anything to her! I was sent down here for a cleaning bot, but they're not working! When I came to find the electrical box for them, she ran into me!
DON'T YOU DARE LIE TO ME, SILVER!
Y-You got it all wrong, Zippy…I…I promise! Listen…something is wrong with her, she keeps saying she killed someone. But I don't know who, or what is going on!
What?
Zippy Looks at Eris as her manta finally reaches her ears. Gasping out, she looks back at Silver and helps her up, as Silver gets up himself. Zippy holds her close as she looks at Silver, a bit scared.
Wha…What is she talking about? Killed WHO?
It's like I said, I don't know. Listen, Zippy, I know we're at odds right now, but I'm worried about Eris.
Wait? THIS is HER! The girl everyone is talking about?!
Yeah, it's her. Listen, Zippy, we need to get her to the nurse's office now. I think something is wrong with her, and I'm worried.
Zippy ignores him, as she holds Eris' face, as she looks into her eyes. Zippy brings the tip of her tail around so she could see Eris better, and she gaps out, seeing Silver was right.
She's in shock.
WHAT!? From what or who?!
From who?
Zippy rolls her eyes, scoffing out as she glares at him.
As if you didn't know.
I keep telling you it's not my fault.
Whatever. Eris, Eris can you hear me? I need to know if Silver has done anything to you? Did he hurt or harm you in any way? Was he the only one here? Who did you kill?!
I killed her…I killed her….she was right…it's my fault she is dead…it's all my fault they're both dead…but how did she know…no one knows but…me…how did she know?
Eris sniffles as Zippy wipes her tears away with her thumbs.
See, I told you, I was telling the truth, Zippy.
Zippy looks over at Silver, narrowing her eyes at him. As he folds his arms.
Shut it, traitor.
WHAT DID YOU CALL ME!?
You heard me! I said SHUT IT!
Zippy looks back over at Eris as Silver growls out annoyed.
Listen, Eris? Eris, can you hear me?
Eris hears someone calling out to her, but she couldn't place a name or face to it. They kept saying to look at them but she couldn't bring herself to do it and she didn't know why. The only thing she could think about was how Fiona was right. As she whispers the same over and over again, she feels someone lifting her head to look at them.
Listen, Eris, you're going to come with me, alright? I'll take you somewhere quiet so you can calm down. How about the Library?
At hearing about the library, Eris finally snaps out of it and starts to panic once more.
NO! ANYWHERE BUT THERE! I DON'T WANT TO BE AROUND HER! PLEASE! I'M BEGGING YOU!
Eris once again starts to panic as tears start to form and sill over. This causes Zippy, and Silver to worry even more, as she pulls her close and holds her, trying to calm her down as she glares at Silver once more.
Hey, don't look at me, I've been down here the whole time. I know nothing about the library.
Zippy scoffs out and rolls her eyes.
Yeah, right.
It's true.
Sighing out, Zippy looks back at Eris.
Shh...hey, hey, hey it's alright. We don't have to go there. Alright?
Eris nods, as Zippy holds her.
Come on, let's go. I know of another place we can go that is quiet and no one knows about.
Zippy, you don't mean there, do you?
It's the only place, Silver.
But you know it's off-limits.
All the more reason to go there, and it's safe. No one will bother us there.
Then at least let me come with you? I'm just as worried about her as you are.
No, Silver. Not after what you've done, forget it.
I'm coming whether you like it or not, Zippy. And you can't stop me. Listen, I promise to be on my best behavior the whole time. And wherever we are going I won't tell Blaze and them. For if they saw Eris like this now, it would only give them the advantage.
Zippy sighs out annoyed, rolling her eyes, hating how he was right. Giving out another sigh she nods.
Fine, but you try anything, funny, I'll kick your ass. I still don't trust you after what you've done Silver. And also, so help me CHAOS you tell Blaze or the others where we went, then you're TRULY gonna be dead. GOT IT!?
Yeah, I hear you Zippy. I promise I won't say a thing to Blaze or anyone. Now come on let's go.
Zippy leads the way out as Silver holds her close, trying to keep her warm, as they head down the hallway, they see that some kids are about but they ignore them as they keep walking on. It takes them about ten minutes to get where they're going and manage to make sure no one is around. Once they reached where they were going, Zippy opens a secret passageway, and ushers Eris in but stops Silver.
Hold it right there, Silver.
What now, Zippy?
Give me your word once again you will not tell Blaze or anyone about this place? This place is a sort of hideout for the… I guess the best way to put it is the MISFITS of the school. And right now I'm making an exception with you. I still don't trust you, and I still hate you for what you did. Not to say I could get into really big trouble for showing you this place, so I'm taking a risk right now as well.
Silver looks her in the eyes, and once again gives his word.
I give my word I will not say anything to anyone about this place.
She looked him in the eyes for a short moment, and she could tell he meant it. So with a nod, she turns to head in as Silver follows her. Zippy takes the lead as Eris follows behind them, and as they walk Silver looks around, as they walk down a slightly dark pathway.
So just how many are there of you guys?
What do you mean?
You know? "Misfits".
You'd be surprised. I mean what did you think? That the Goth groupies were the only ones around?
Well, kind of, yeah.
Trust me there are a few of us around. I mean sure some goths use this place a lot of the time, but you got some, like the nerds for one, who don't even fit into their little groups, hell even some of the popular kids are here that don't fit in anywhere at all.
But isn't this where HE is?
If you mean the leader, yes.
What about the kids who think of her as a...you know?...Monster?
Silver looks at Eris who was still out of it. She was holding herself, as her ears lay flat against her head. Silver holds her closer worried about her as he looks at Zippy. Zippy only sighs out and nods a bit.
Lucky for us, this is such a tight little group, everyone who has heard of what happened with Rouge and her group are on her side.
Eris lets out a deep sigh as she speaks up for the first time since they made their way down here.
They're all right to call me a monster. Only because it is true. I am a monster for what I have done.
Silver and Zippy look at her.
If it wasn't for me, they would still be alive.
Zippy looks at Silver and back at her and sighs as she walks over to Eris and takes her hand. Eris looked at her and could see her smiling.
Hey, whatever happened, it wasn't your fault alright? You didn't kill anyone.
How can you SAY that?
Because, I can tell you're a good person, Eris. Someone with a very big and special heart. And even if it was your fault, whoever they were to you, I know they would forgive you for it. It's what very special people do.
But…
Zippy is right, Eris. Listen, we know you're still in shock, even I can tell. For now, let's get you someplace safe, and quiet for the time being. Alright?
Eris looks over at Silver, and back at Zippy. She was still unsure about it all, especially with what happened in the library just a bit ago. But she nods as they keep walking down the pathway. After a few moments more, Zippy stops.
We're here, guys.
She leads them out of the pathway and into what looked like a very, VERY large room of some sort. Silver gasps out, as Eris looks around wide-eyed at it.
Whoa!? What is this place, Zippy? And...is that a TREE at the heart of the ROOM?!
Zippy giggles and turns to them, with her hands behind her back smiling brightly.
Welcome to Hideout Cove. A place where one can be oneself without worry, or threats of the school's hierarchy to judge them.
Eris slowly walks around a bit, taking the room in. The place was huge. And just like Silver said, there was a tree at the heart of it all. But the room looked like it had seen better days, and had been patched up here and there. Plants were starting to take over in some places, but it looked as if some were purposely put in, due to their neat little sections. There was furniture all around, consisting of tables, chairs, some beanbags, couches and sofas, and much more. There was even a place that looked like it had a place for entertainment. It even looked like it had a juice bar as well. Even though the place had seen better days, and looked like it was all burnt, it had a sort of very special charm about it. Like it held something magical.
Eris walks around a bit more, as she turns and looks at everything. Right now the place was a bit empty, except for one or two kids around.
What happened here? What did this place use to be?
Silver asks out in wonder.
This is the school's old wing. It used to be the Chao garden and ballroom, thus the tree in the middle of the room, but ever since the fire, it was kind of forgotten. The fire only happened on the inside with very little damage on the outside, so it was left alone. I and many others have been taken care of this place. We hope maybe one day we can bring it back to its former glory, and turn it into something else. But it's very slow going since not many remember this place and is considered off-limits. The fire happened a long time ago, before our time. I think it happened when Ms. Rosewood was just a little girl herself.
Eris walks around looking at everything in awe. She was transfixed on it all, that she didn't see where she was going and bumped into someone. She cries out surprised as someone catches her by her wrist and brings their other hand around her waist and holds her close in the dipping position.
Easy there, my dear. You must be careful when walking around this place. We wouldn't want you getting hurt now, would we?
Eris gasps out as she sees before her a very handsome-looking furred winged fox with pure black fur and silver-white markings on his forearms, legs, and the tips of his two tails. He was wearing a pair of tan shorts with a black tank-top that hugged him fairly well. A patch of silver-white fur was showing, indicating that he had a silver-white chest, or at most chest fur. His eyes were a shocking crystal blue, and he had a star patch on his forehead. Eris was so taken back by him, that she didn't notice that there was music playing.
Oh, this is a good song, please, won't you dance with me?
All Eris could do was nod as a blush crossed her face as he brought her back upright and took her hand in his, and kept his other hand at her waist as she placed her free hand on his shoulder.
So tell me gorgeous, who are you and how did you find this place? Not many know of our home.
I...I'm Belladonna. Belladonna "Eris" Monroe.
Eris had no idea why she just gave this strange overly handsome fox her full name, but he chuckled out softly and smiled.
Ah, Bella, what a very lovely name.
W-Who are you?
Oh, where ARE my manners at? Please forgive me. You, my dear, may call me…
HEY CASANOVA QUIT FLIRTING WITH THE NEW GIRL, YOU PERVERTED JACKASS!
Huh..? Wha?
Eris finally snaps out of it shaking her head, as the fox spins her around and pulls her back into his chest, and wraps their arms around her as he rests his chin on her shoulder and makes a cute face at Zippy as he sticks his tongue at her.
Oh, come on little sis, I'm only having some fun. Nothing more. Hehe.
He tells her as he sways side to side with Eris gently, who was still confused about what was going on.
Come on, Valentino, that's enough fooling around, Casanova.
Hey, what's going on over...Oh, for the love of all things Chaos related...not HIM…It just HAD to be HIM of all people. Oh brother.
Silver makes an annoyed sound as he folds his arms and rolls his eyes with a shake of his head.
Nice to see you too, Silver. How have you've been of late?
Really, Zippy?
What? You knew he would more than likely be here, Silver.
Indeed, since I am the leader of sorts around here. So anyway, mind telling me what the backstabber is doing here, along with this pretty little Rosebud?
Eris once again blushes bright red and looks away. Silver on the other hand growls out annoyed.
You know we don't allow his kind here, Zippy.
I know, I'm sorry. But he was being a pill about it, so I made an exception for him. He promised me he wouldn't tell anyone about this place.
He better not, because if we lose this place, then it will be a living hell for all of us who come here, and some only just started to feel more confident in themselves once again. You know how important this place is Zippy.
I know, I know, you don't need to keep reminding me. But Val, she's the girl everyone is talking about around the school.
Valentino looks at Eris and smiles giving her a little nuzzle giggling out, as he talks in a baby tone-like voice.
So this little Rosebud is the big bad monster everyone is talking about, huh? She doesn't look like much.
She may not look it, but it's true. I didn't see the fight myself, but I saw how she put Rouge into the ground like it was nothing. She is amazingly strong for someone like her.
Eris sighs out sadly as her ears fold back, and looks away, all but sinking into Valentino's arms, as a lone tear falls down her cheek, and onto his arm. Right away, Valentino could sense the change in her mood and he looked at her seeing something terrible was wrong.
She's in shock. Zippy what happened?
He asked, as he brought his wings around and wrapped them around the both of them.
We're not entirely sure what's going on. But she thinks she killed someone.
KILLED someone? Who?
We don't know, Valentino.
Eris stays quiet as she tries to hold back a sob, as her ears once again fold back.
That doesn't sound good. Come, why not have a seat over here, and you can tell us all about it, hmm? Zippy go tell Mari to make us something to drink, I think Rosebud here could use something.
Sure thing, Val. Be right back.
Zippy runs off to go talk with Mari as Valentino takes her over and sits down in a bean bag chair and pulls her into his side wrapping a tail, and his left wing around her, to keep her warm. She places a hand on his chest not once protesting, somewhat glad for the touch, and warmth of another person right now.
Are you alright, my little Rosebud?
All she could do was give a nod as he wrapped an arm around her.
Silver sits across from them and sighs out.
Don't you have any blankets, or something around here, Valentino?
No, we don't. At least none that everyone can use. I do have a couple up in my personal space, but I think she needs some SERIOUS cuddles right now. And who better to give them, than me? At least I'm soft and fluffy, unlike you SPIKY.
HEY! I keep my quills very soft, thank you very much.
Uh-huh, sure you do?
Silver only shakes his head rolling his eyes.
Chaos, your going through a gay period aren't you?
Is that bad?
Come on, Silver, let up on my older brother. You know how he is? He's always been the affectionate one, and a HUGE cuddle bug. Especially when it comes to cute girls.
What can I say? I just can't help myself.
Come on, let her go, Val so we can talk.
Valentino was about to do that when she grabbed onto his tail and pulled it back to her and snuggled into his side more. This takes Silver, and Valentino off guard but Valentino relaxes and holds her once more.
I guess she wants to stay?
Alright, then try this. It's one of Mari's specials. She said you'd love it. It's her Strawberry Mango sweet tea smoothie. I told her to just make it a normal sweet tea, but she insisted this is what you needed. That girl has her way of telling what people need.
Eris looks at her, at hearing what it was, and takes the glass from Zippy and sips from it. It's thick sweet smooth flavor hits her tongue as she closes her eyes and savors it. Taking another sip tears form in her eyes, as a memory comes back to her. Valentino sees this and wipes a stray tear away smiling softly at her.
If I didn't know any better, I say Mari has done it yet again?
It's...It's like how my mom used to make it...for me. It's something I will never forget. She was the only one who could make it like this...no one...no one else could ever replicate it at all...All of our Chefs have tried...but they never could do it…
Eris chokes back a sob, as she settles down into Valentino's side and rests her head on his shoulder snuggling into him. He chuckles out and wraps an arm around pulling his tail tighter around her as she enjoys her smoothie for a bit. With every sip she takes, memories of her mother come back to her. After a bit, Eris lets out a soft content sigh feeling a bit better.
So tell me, Rosebud? Feeling better.
Eris nods, smiling.
A little yes. This is what I needed.
That's Mari for you. She always has a way of telling what people need the most.
Zippy says, smiling at her.
So, Eris, now that you've calmed down, can you tell us what happened? Why were you down that hallway? Why were you running? And who from?
Eris looks at Silver and sighs out sadly. She looks away for a moment, as her ears fold and she rests her head back on Valentino's shoulder once more, letting out a deep heavy sigh.
You see...it all started this morning when I first arrived at school…
With Shadow back in the Library…
OK, OK, let me see if I got this right? Espio, you, Honey, and Yona, along with Scourge, Zero, and Boomer, were all hanging out with Eris, and helping her with her extra credit assignments, when you, Espio get up after a time to go get some more drinks and snacks for everyone right?
You are correct, Shadow, yes.
And as the rest of you all talk, Fiona here comes up and starts harassing Eris.
I wasn't harassing anyone, I was simply telling the truth on things, and making a point.
Uh-huh?...
Shadow folds a hand on his hip as he gestures with the other.
By telling her to stay away from Espio, which she had NO idea that you were with at the time she fell asleep in his room, the first day here. By calling her a monster, a bitch, tramp, etc. Telling her that all Scourge wanted was to get up her skirt, saying that Espio, whom I have known for most of my life, who is the most caring, kindest, gentlemanly person this side of Mobius, and would NEVER say anything ill intent about anyone, unless he meant it, and said it himself. Espio, the quietest, well-behaved person of Rosewood saying, and thinking that the new girl is everything you said? All because you were jealous he was spending all day with her, and helping her out. And to top it off, you go and put her in a form of shock by telling her that it was HER fault that her mother is dead.
Well, if you wanna put it that way, whatever.
Fiona rolls her eyes, as she folds her arms.
Mm-hmm. So after you keep it up, Espio finally shows back up, Scourge loses his temper, and yells out, ready to kill you, when, Honey, being not so true to her sweet nature name…
Shadow looks at her, giving her a wink, and chuckles out. Honey on the other hand was hoping for another round, to finish clawing Fiona to shreds.
Attacks you for hurting her, and their friendship? So did I get all of that?
Yeah, that's right boss, you got it all down to a finely crossed T.
NYA! Every word of it is true.
Yona, no lie. What black hedgehog say true. Foxy bitch hurt Yona's new friend. Yona want to hurt foxy bitch. Can Yona and Honey kitty hurt foxy bitch now?
No, Yona. You and Honey can't hurt her. At least not yet.
Yeah, you can't hurt me. So just…wait? YET!? Shadow you do know I am one of three head perfects right?
Fiona looked at him surprised and could tell he meant it.
Now normally, I don't allow fighting within the school, since it is my job as one of the head prefects. So for now, Zero, let the girls go.
Zero nods, and lets them go. Fiona and her friends look at one another and gulp then look back.
Now, see, I happen to know that today is Wednesday. The day that you tend to head out and to the Club. So what happens OUTSIDE of the school is none of my business.
He folds his arms giving her a sly wicked smile as he goes on with a chuckle. Honey and Yona, along with Scourge, Zero and Boomer chuckle out, as Scourge licks his lips and cracks his knuckles. Boomer and Yona crack their knuckles as Honey purrs out, licking her lips knowing where this was going as she flexes her claws. Espio was staying quiet, not caring at all.
I also happen to know that you can't miss out on going tonight either. Not with your favorite DJ playing tonight. He he he… So here is how it's gonna go down. I'll let you off the hook for now, but I think you should watch your back tonight on your way home. And come tomorrow, Honey and the others will tell me what happened yesterday, and I'll see to it that you and Connie are removed from head Perfects, and end up having detention for the next two months.
You...you can't DO THAT Shadow!
Oh, can't I? Because the way I see it, I can and just did. And if you try to tell Ms. Rosewood about this beforehand, I'll see to it PERSONALLY, that you regret what you did today. GOT IT!
But...but…
NOW GET OUT OF HERE BEFORE I CHANGE MY MIND AND LET HONEY, AND YONA AT YOU RIGHT NOW!
Without saying another word, Fiona and her friends run off before he changes his mind. He lets out a deep sigh as he closes his eyes, and rubs his temples. Knuckles comes over and places a hand on his shoulder, and he looks up at him and nods as he looks over to the others.
So, any idea of where she could be?
Everyone looks at one another and shakes their heads.
I think I may know of a place, boss. But I'll go myself since I'm the only one who knows about it.
Alright. As for the rest of you, I think it's time for you all to head back to your rooms. After all, you're going clubbing tonight.
So, you weren't kidding when you said you would let them go then?
Shadow looks at Espio and smiles.
Hey, I'm a hedgehog of my word, am I not?
He cocks a half-smile as Espio only chuckles softly.
That you are, Shadow. That you are.
Well, I have my last class of the day, Knuckles are you coming?
Yeah, I need to get some practice in for the upcoming school tournament anyway. So may as well. At least this way I can let off some steam as well. But about this club? Can one of you tell me more about it?
I'll be glad too.
Espio and Knuckles start to leave when Scourge calls out.
Yo, big red, just hold on a moment?
What is it, snot?
Why aren't you asking to go with me to go find your girl?
Knuckles looks at Shadow, and he looks at Knuckles. He looks back scratching at his head, shaking it.
I would rather not say right now. It's...a bit complicated right now, and it's not good.
Knuckles is right. It's a long story, but when the time is right I will tell you as we figure out more of what is going on.
So, need to know biases. Got yeah. Alright, if I do happen to find her, should I tell her you were here looking for her or what?
No, don't tell her anything about me.
Wow, whatever is going on, this sounds super bad.
Yeah. Anyway, see you all later.
With that, Espio and Knuckles walk off to their last class of the day, why, all but Scourge, head off to their rooms. Scourge heads off to the one place he had a feeling he would find Eris.
Back with Eris and the others…
And that's everything.
Wow, that is harsh. I mean I knew Fiona was bad, but I never realized she was THAT bad.
But here's the thing, Rosebud. I know Espio and the others. Half of what you told us is nothing but lies, but Fiona. It's her job to make people's likes hell. And that stuff about Scourge is only half true.
What do you mean...HALF truth?
Eris was still sitting next to Valentino in the beanbag chair. His tail was still wrapped around her as she was still snuggled into his side. He had an arm around her still, as Zippy and Silver were sitting across from them.
It's like this. I know Scourge fairly well. He can be a prick, a douche bag, and an all-around jackass. I mean he has a reputation of being the school's biggest baddest bad boy. He has been known to use people, but only to get info out of them for Shadow and the Head Mistress. Has he gotten into people's pants, and up their skirts, that way? Yes. Sometimes he does it for fun, just to see how far he can push people's buttons.
So you're saying he takes enjoyment out of it?
In a way yeah. But if there is one thing Scourge is not, is a lire. Sure he has his way of telling things the hard way. But when it comes to people like Fiona, he never lies. Not unless there is a reason for it. Scourge is one of those guys, who borders between the very fine line of being a liar and a thrill and truth seeker. He has a way of telling you things you want and needs to hear. Things that you will find hard to believe, and wish were not true. But in truth they are. The truth will hurt like hell, but later you find out he was right. It is what makes people hate him so much, to the point they want to kill him. But when he truly wishes to get something, or someone, whether it's for information or not. He will take it by any means necessary. But he can be a fairly nice guy when he wants to be.
I see. Then what about the rest?
Espio and them?
Yeah?
Now Espio is quite the fellow. I guess one could say he is the opposite of Scourge. Whereabouts Scourge is a downright lunatic, Espio is a gentleman. He was raised quite well and has a very rich upbringing. Though quiet, he has this way of telling you things that will be confusing at first, till you think it over. He won't sugarcoat things either. He can be a bit blunt, but in a more gentle manner, compared to Scourge.
Espio is also very gentle and trustworthy. He also has this way of knowing when something is up and bothering you. And if you need to yell or scream or whatever, or even need something or someone to hit, he's your man. Espio beliefs are in giving people second chances to those he sees worthy of his friendship. But if you've gone too far, then it's best to give up. He is also one not to lie unless he has to. But you can trust him no matter what. He is also very loyal to those that are his friends.
Now as for Honey. Well, what can I say about her? Like Espio, she was brought up in a wealthy lifestyle as well. Thanks to her mother's reputation as a fashion model and designer, and her love for the martial arts much like her father. She can be a bit of a spitfire but she is very passionate in everything she does. Especially when it comes to fashion as I said. That is her true passion there. But she is also an amazing fighter as well. Not only is she smart, but she is a very strong and capable girl. She can be shy sometimes, but that is part of her charm. If anything, Honey is the best girlfriend any girl could ask for. She is loyal to a fault and knows how to cheer someone up and make them feel better. So she is most DEFINITELY a good person.
What about, Yona? I kind of liked her, it's the first time I ever met a Yak like her.
Yona? Well, sadly I don't know much about her, but a lot of people say she is really good to have around. She is fairly strong and is very kind and sweet. But some have said she kind of has a temper on her when it comes to people she sees as a friend. She tends to make friends fast and people just adore her a lot. Even though she has a sort of tomboyish look about her, she does have her girly side she shows sometimes.
So what about Zero and Boomer?
Zero is a gentleman. Even though he is the school's number two hottest bad boy…
Wait? SECOND hottest bad boy?
Eris looks at Silver tilting her head.
Who's the first hottest bad boy?
Shadow.
SHADOW?! Where does that put Scourge?
Third under Zero.
Wow….
I know, right?
I was surprised by it all myself when I heard.
Zippy giggles out.
So anyway. Zero. As I was saying, even though he runs with Scourge and his gang, he is a gentleman. MOST of the time. But do him wrong, or get on his bad side, then you best kiss your tail goodbye. Because he is not one to fuck with. Especially his family.
What's wrong with his family?
His family is one of the richest around. Rumor has it they're a Mafia family, and he's the prince of the family.
A MAFIA family? Is that even a THING!?
Oh, it's a thing alright. He has one sister and five other brothers. Even though he is the youngest of the family, he was picked out to be the Prince of the family, and to one day take it over. Even over his older brother, Uno, who should have been picked as the next in line, but wasn't. His father and mother are most revered around the city. From what I know, they are one of the founding families of Crisis City.
One of them?
Hey, I thought I was the one telling her things about them, Silver. Not you.
Silver scratches the back of his head chuckling out.
He, he. Sorry, Valentino.
Well anyway. The founding families are The Robotnik's. The D'Coolette family, the Rosewood, and Infinite Family. All together they created Crisis City. It started small but grew to what it was today.
But I thought that the D'Coolette and Rosewood started a war of some kind?
That's a story for another time. Right now back to Zero.
Alright.
Now it's just a rumor about Zero. But it would explain a lot of things too. Whether or not he is a Mafia prince, he doesn't justify he is a gentleman nonetheless. And getting on his bad side is no good. Have you ever seen those red cubes of his?
Eris thinks for a moment, trying to remember.
No, I don't think so.
Well, that is the reason he was picked as the Prince of the family. He was the only one born with his father's powers. He can be a gentleman one moment, and the next someone you wish you never crossed. He's never gone as far as to kill someone, but he has gone far enough to make his point clear. He is a gentleman to all the ladies and shows them the utmost respect ever. Even to men as well. Another rumor is he's bisexual. So it doesn't matter to him either way. He believes that if you show him respect, then you will get it back. First impressions are kind of his thing, so he always tries to impress everyone. Doesn't always work for him, and it tends to backfire a lot. But if you do right by him he can be a very trustworthy friend to have.
Now lastly Boomer. Boomer is a quiet chap most of the time. He likes keeping to himself, and not causing too much trouble if he can help it. He comes from a low-class family, and the word is he got into Rosewood on a scholarship because of his skills with tech and machinery. He has been friends with Scourge for a very long time and follows him around. He's like a big teddy bear. With a bite haha. But once you get to know the big lug, he's not so bad.
Eris sighs out thinking for a bit. She was still unsure about it all, but the way Valentino talked about them did make her wonder. She lets out another deep sigh, she lays her head back on his shoulder and lets a soft yawn out.
Do you truly think I can trust them all, Valentino? Even after everything you said about them? I mean they know what I am now. If anything, Fiona didn't lie about me killing my mother or baby brother. It was my fault I got them killed. I...I don't even know who she knew about that. LITERALLY, no one knows about that but my family. I wouldn't put it past her if she told the whole SCHOOL by morning.
What Fiona said about you killing your mother, and unborn baby brother, she figured out on a whim. Bitch didn't know at all and thought she made it up. So when you gave yourself up, she used it against you. And now that she knows, I can promise you she will use it more and more against you. But Honey and Yona are NOT happy right now, and they want to kill her. So Shadow it's going to let them do just that, heh. Just not on school grounds HA! Bitch won't know what's coming to her.
They…They would do that…for…ME?!
They would, yes. Now trust me, doll face in when I say you can trust us. I don't know what the twin-tailed freak has told you. But knowing Val, it was nothing but the truth. It's one of his best redeeming qualities about him. Fox barely has a lying bone in him.
It's true. I may tell a white lie now and then. But I'm mostly a good boy.
Valentino makes a cute little as Eris looks at him, then over to the one who was walking out from the shadows.
S-Scourge!? But how did you find me?
Eris looks up at him, surprised he had found her.
I don't know if you remember or not? But do you remember when I attacked you after your first day, because of the Chao of yours?
Eris closes her eyes trying to remember, but shakes her head, as she lets out another yawn.
I see. Well, that day, I Boomer and Zero stopped you. I said I wanted to take you someplace special. This was the place.
Why didn't you just tell me before instead of being mean?
It's my thing. I'm a jackass, so I gotta keep up my reputation.
Scourge leans over the back of the sofa that Zippy and Silver were on, smiling a sharp toothy smile at her as he pulls his shades down some, and gives her a wink as he chuckles out.
Anyway, everyone is worried about you, especially Honey, and Yona. You should have seen them go after Fiona when you ran off like that. I have...Hey, you alright, babe? You look tired.
Eris opens and closes her eyes, giving her head a shake. She once again lets out another yawn and rests her head on Valentino's shoulder. He chuckles out as he brings his arm around her once more, as he wraps a wing around her again.
Go ahead and take a little rest.
B-but I...I need...need to get home...soon…Tony…and daddy…so tired…
Don't worry I'll personally make sure you get home. Now go ahead and rest for a bit.
If...you're sure...about it…
Eris yawns out, not being able to keep her eyes open anymore. She gets comfy and lays her head on Valentino's lap, and ends up passing out in no time.
Poor thing, she is really struggling isn't she, Scourge?
You don't know half of it, Zip.
Listen, Zippy?
Zippy looks over at Silver and nods.
I know, Silver. I know. But what will you tell Blaze?
I don't know yet. But after hearing what happened to her today, and thinking back on the day she took on Rouge and her gang, I think I've made a really big mistake. I love Blaze, it's why I followed her. But Sonic put me right on the spot. I didn't know what to do. I knew if I left with her, I'd lose them. But if I stuck with them, I'd lose Blaze. It wasn't an easy choice for me. I only left with her because I wanted time to think things over. But now…
Silver looks back over at Eris and sighs out.
But now I don't want to see her hurt anymore.
Then what's the plan, kid?
Scourge asks him as he puts his hands in his pockets.
One, I won't tell Blaze and her group anything about Hideaway Cove. I made a promise, you know I keep them Zippy. Two, I'll stick with Blaze and her group for now, and if I find out anything I'll come here and tell you all what is going on, and you can tell Shadow and them. Blaze and the rest have half of a plan right now, but no final one as of yet. So this gives us time.
I like the way you think, kid. Alright, I'm in.
As am I.
Same here. I'll do anything for my little Rosebud here.
Valentino looks down at Eris in his lap, and gently strokes her head, as she holds onto his tail like a security blanket.
So how are you going to get her home?
Fly of course. That her bag on your back?
Yeah, I stopped by her locker and picked it and her things up, along with what she left behind in the library.
He takes it off and sets it down on the floor next to the coffee table. As he does he sees her phone goes off and he takes it out seeing she had a few text messages. Curious, he turns her phone on and takes a look.
Huh?
What's up?
Looks like someone named Tony has been trying to get a hold of her.
That must be the guy she was telling us about just a bit ago. She told us he is her Fiance.
Well, no worries. As I said I'd personally see to it she got home. And I plan on doing just that. So, Scourge?
Yeah?
You know things? So mind helping a guy out with an address, please?
Sure thing.
Scourge tells him where she lives, as he gets ready to take her home. Once her bag was on his back, he picked her up bridal style and nodded.
Right, I'm off.
Are you sure you'll be alright, Val? It looks like another storm is coming in.
No worries, sis. I'll be fine.
Alright, but be careful.
I will. I'll be back in an hour or so.
They nod and he walks off, till he takes to the air. He flies out a hole in the roof and flies off to Eris' place. It takes him about forty-five minutes to get there and once it is in sight he lets out a low soft whistle.
Wow, Rosebud, you got quite the place. It suits you.
He chuckles out as he flies in, and around the house till he finds a room that looked like it would be hers. He sees the double windows were opened, and he smiles flying right in, folding his wings some, and lands. As he looks around her room, someone comes out from her bathroom and is about to scream at seeing a stranger in Eris' room when he brings the tip of his wing around to his lips and shushes her.
Shh, or you'll wake Rosebud up.
The person tilts her head and her eyes widen in surprise at having seen Eris in his arms.
Oh, my!? What happened to her?! Is she alright!?
She is fine, she just had a long day Miss...I'm sorry but who are you?
Silvia, I'm Miss Monroe's personal maid.
I see. Well, I'm Valentino. A friend of hers.
I see. Well bring her over here, and help me put her to bed for now.
With a nod, he follows her as she gets a blanket ready to put over her. As Valentino lays her down, he takes her shoes off and Silvia covers her up. He grabs one of her plushies and puts it next to her, moving a strand of hair from her face, making Eris moans out as she rolls over and curls up pulling her plushie close. Valentino and Silva chuckle out.
Guess Eris had a long day?
She did. A very long and stressful one.
Well let me help you take off her bag and you can come on down and I'll make you some tea. I just finished making a fresh mixed berry tart for when she got home for a snack, but I guess that will have to wait. We can let Tony know she is home as well.
Thank you, I'd love that.
Silvia leads the way out of her room, as she closes the door behind her, allowing Eris to sleep.
Back at the school, Head Mistress Rosewood's Office.
Then you understand the situation, Mr. Wolf?
I do, yes. But are you sure about this?
I am, yes. Layla was very adamant about her husband's affairs and what he was planning to do. There is one thing he didn't expect of us.
What would that be, Miss?
The fact that I am also a Co-share holder to everything of Layla's, as well. Thing is, Maxwell knows nothing about me or my involvement. We thought it best to keep me a secret.
Smart thinking, Ms. Rosewood.
Thank you.
Ms. Rosewood stands up and places her hands behind her back as she looks out the window that overlooks the school grounds. She could see that storm clouds were moving in and darkening the skies as the first of the rains start-up, making kids run and scream out, or laugh about it as they rushed to find cover from it all.
Now I am more than happy to work alongside G.U.N but I'll need to make sure that the ones being hired will not interfere in my kids' daily lives. They need to remain incognito and not let anything on about who they are, and why they are here. Especially Eris. If we reveal too much too soon, it could be bad for her. I already expect that Maxwell has done something to make her think that he is the good guy when in truth he is not. So we need to keep playing his game for now.
Also, I'll need to be reassured that no harm will come to ANY of my students. For if even one is harmed by your men, the deal is off. Got it?
Yes, I understand. I picked out the ones I can personally trust, and know will follow through with my orders.
Ms. Rosewood nods out as she turns back around and looks over the files before her. All five had exceptional marks and were the best of the best. All hand-picked by the man before her. She hums out as she raises an eyebrow picking one of the file's pictures up, and reads over it once again. She sets it down and walks around her desk as her heels click against the hardwood floors of her office, and go quiet once they hit the rug in the room. She walks the line of the men and women and stops in front of one, giving them a hard stare. They lock eyes as Mr. Wolf gets up and looks at them.
Ms. Rosewood?
Hmm?
Is…Is everything alright?
She ignores him as she speaks to the ones in front of her.
Does he know you're here? Let alone working for G.U.N?
No, he does not Ma'am. You should know how he feels about G.U.N. I left the family because I wished to follow in my grandfather's steps. He wouldn't let me otherwise.
You do know what will happen once he finds out, right?
Yes, moth…I mean Ma'am. I do.
He won't be happy with the two of us, and he will blame it on me I am sure. Well, just because you left HIS side of the family, does not mean you are not a Rosewood nonetheless. After all, that IS the name you have put down on your forms. Is it not, Levi Rosewood?
Ms. Rosewood chuckles as the one named Levi smiles, nodding his head.
It is, yes. So you know, he wasn't too happy when I changed my name back to the family name.
Oh, I bet he wasn't. I wish I could have seen his face when he did.
Ms. Rosewood and Levi chuckled out smiling, as she walked down the line and back to the window once more.
Alright, Mr. Wolf has assured me that none of you will bring harm, or mess with my student's livelihoods so long as you work under my orders. You're to go about your day as any other day, do the jobs that you were assigned to, due to your specialty. You're to keep the peace and order of my school at all costs, am I clear?
YES MA'AM!
You're not to interfere with my children's lives in any way, shape, or form unless it is required by your job description. Is this understood?
YES MA'AM!
Starting tomorrow things are going to start changing for the better for Miss Monroe. I've made a promise to Layla that no harm will come to her, and already I have failed her. It is time I change that. You all start early tomorrow morning, so I suggest that you head to your assigned rooms and get settled in. You all have a big day ahead of you, and a LOT of energetic kids to deal with. So do your best.
YES MA'AM!
Good, you're dismissed. But Mr. Rosewood, could you stay behind, please? I think there is a certain someone, who wishes to see her big brother once again after so long.
Ms. Rosewood smiles as she looks up to the balcony above and smiles.
But of course, Mother.
Everyone else leaves as Ms. Rosewood calls out to Cream who comes running down happily and into her brother's arms.
Oh, Levi, I've missed you.
And you as well, little Cream drop.
Well if that is everything, Ms. Rosewood?
It is Kodiak. Thank you for your help.
But of course.
Kodiak smiles and bows, taking his leave as he passes Levi and places a hand on his shoulder. Levi looks up at him and smiles, whispering thank you, as Kodiak nods and walks out of the room.
Levi, why not spend some time with Cream and Cheese, for now. Later I have an extra special assignment for you that I can only trust you with.
But of course mother.
Yay! Come on Levi let's go we have so much to catch up on!
Levi chuckles out as he is pulled along, as he talks to her.
You've grown so big since the last time I saw you as a little toddler.
I know right? You won't believe how much I have to tell you…
Ms. Rosewood chuckles out softly as she turns back to the window and places her hands behind her back once more, as a bolt of lightning lights up the sky and the dark room as a sigh escapes her lips.
"I'm sorry I failed you, Layla. But I promise to make things right. Maxwell has yet to figure out I am a co-holder to your fortune. As well as Reggie, and Regina. Just like we planned. Do not worry, the Void name will not be tarnished by that man at all. I swear to you."
Lightning once again lights up the room, as Ms. Rosewood turns around and looks at a portrait of her and Layla hanging on the wall. The eyes of Layla were looking down at her as if saying she understood and knew she would do her best to keep Eris safe. She just hoped she could do it before it was too late.
