Chapter 27: Africa VI
11:09 am in Botswana (11:09 pm in the USA), Amy said while reading a guidebook, "Botswana's capital is Gaborone. It is known for its game reserves, Kgale Hill, art, and cultural displays. It has the largest elephant population on the continent. Travelers say the best place to see them is at Chobe National Park. The park is known for its large herds of elephants. The Okavango Delta is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is best described as a vast inland river delta in northern Botswana and known for its sprawling grassy plains. June to August is the best time to visit as many animals migrate. Botswana is approximately the size of France but has only 2 million people living in the country, compared to France's 66.9 million."
"Elephants?! Did you say elephants?! I love elephants! Can we ride one," said Cream, hugging Cheese.
But she doesn't know that she's hugging Cheese too tight.
"We can't, Cream. Sorry, but we have to go to the Okavango Delta," said Tails.
"Not another water location for the battery," said Sonic, shouting out loud with disappointment.
"Look, there it is," said Knuckles, seeing their destination.
When they landed, the plane transformed into a jeep. While the team ride, they see a pride of lions.
"Amy, take some pics," said Sonic.
"Already doing it."
"Did you see the lion cubs? They're so cute," said Cream.
"Something doesn't feel right with the lions," said Tikal.
"What do you mean," said Knuckles.
"The pride…. They're missing a cub."
"I hope the little guy isn't part of the battery or Master Zik," said Tails.
"Sorry, Tails. But Master Zik has the cub."
The Team sees Master Zik is holding the lion cub, which is holding a 2 ft battery on a 2 ft plug.
"Spit out, little one. Give me that battery," said Master Zik.
"Knuckles, you wouldn't happen to have a medieval maze in your back? Would you," said Tails, getting out of the jeep.
"Yes, why?"
When Knuckles takes the maze out of his backpack, Tails takes it and goes over to Master Zik. The whole team looked at Tails, and they were surprised when Tails hit Master Zik with the maze.
Tails go back to the jeep while carrying the battery and lion cub. When he gives the battery to Sonic, the cub licks him to thank him. The lion cub's parents go to him, and Tails lets the cub go to them. The parents lick Tails' face to thank him and left with their cub to go back to their pride.
"You were so brave out there, Tails," said Cream, so impressed by Tails' courage.
"Thanks. And I found a ticket to a theme park in Master Zik's pocket."
"When we find a hotel, I'll take a look at it," said Sonic.
When the team drove away, Master Zik is out-conscious and the maze on top of his head.
At Oddballs' Palm Island Luxury Lodge, the team is having dinner.
"Ok, Sonic. Do your magic," said Tails, giving the theme park ticket to him.
When Sonic finished eating, he takes the ticket and sniffs it.
"What you got, Big Blue," said Amy.
"Well, judging the smell and texture of it. This is the ticket to Gold Reef City in South Africa."
"Gold Reef City?"
"Yeah, it's located in Johannesburg, South Africa. It's located on an old gold mine which closed in 1971."
"Wow. You sure know your parks," said Knuckles.
"Thank you."
"Wait a sec. Maybe that's where the ray is," said Cream.
"Good thinking, Cream," said Tails.
"Thank you, Tails."
"No problem, Tails."
"Since, Tails said it's in South Africa. We're going there," said Tikal.
"After goodnight sleep, everyone. It's off to Gold Reef City," said Sonic.
8:45 am in Botswana (8:45 pm US time). Our heroes are buckling up in the plane.
"Keep your hands, feet, tails, and ears inside, at all times. It will take us one hour and sixteen minutes to get there," said Tails, starting the engine.
Back with Master Zik, he wakes up and takes the maze out of his head.
"I'll teach that kid who's smart. The old are the wisest," said Master Zik.
When he sees a pack of wild African dogs running towards him, he said, "I hope I won't get a broke back after this."
Then he starts running away.