Return of the Knight of the Wind

Chapter 17 – Caliburn's Fate & Epilogue

Author's Note: This is only meant to be a small chapter to wrap up any loose ends, so be sure to have read all the other chapters! There will be an important Author's Note at the end too. With that said, I hope you enjoy this little ending!

Sonic had Boosted across the sea by the time Bedwyr was outside the Dark Hollow that was dissolving into the remaining Sun of the twilit sky. As he took a look around he saw that any remaining Knights of the Underworld were disappearing and that the devastation to Green Hill was somewhat massive due to fissures and cracks that had formed into the iconic pathways and loops.

"Don't worry about Green Hill," said Eggman as he suddenly appeared in his hovercraft behind Bedwyr, "I'll take charge of repairing it, just this once. It's funny that all this started here, about 21 Earth years now? I can't really tell though for sure in this world… How I know that, don't ask. But if you continue to be with Sonic's group, you're sure to face off against me and meet several of his friends…"

"Why exactly are you telling me this?"

"Even evil scientists have feelings too, as long as they're not insane yet, and I'm pretty sure I still have some sanity left if I'm truly feeling remorse for releasing Merlina in the first place… It appears she's finally gone, but with that logic-defying magic who knows… You'd better go catch up with Sonic since he's probably at the Misty Lake by now. Meanwhile, I'll clean this up then show you how building an empire is truly done."

"That'll be interesting to stop one day. Aquarion, let's get going to the Misty Lake!"

"Yes, we must check on the state of Caliburn at once!"

When Bedwyr arrived at the Misty Lake the Sun had set completely as it glowed with a light-blue healing energy in the night. Upon approaching Nimue's home, he saw Tails sitting on a cloud-bed in a circle with Sonic & Knuckles standing over the Misty Table. At the head of the table was Nimue struggling to maintain her strength while Caliburn's cracks and broken areas were slowly being knit. "Nimue, how's Caliburn doing?" asked Bedwyr, "Nimue?"

"Nimue can't talk right now," responded Knuckles, "She's focusing all of her strength into reviving Caliburn."

"What exactly happened over there?" asked Tails, "Sonic didn't tell us much besides Caliburn using all of his strength."

As Bedwyr told every detail about what occurred in the Dark Hollow, Tails stood up with them while Sonic remained quiet by Caliburn. When he finished telling the events of the battle, Nimue finally stopped and collapsed on the cloud-bed. "Nimue! Are you ok?"

"Yes, but this has taken a toll on me; maybe you guys should get stronger or something?" replied Nimue as she managed a small chuckle.

"Is Caliburn going to be ok?" asked Sonic as he shifted looks to everyone else.

"He'll need time to heal since he exhausted all of his energy… I'd guess not anytime soon to be honest."

"Oh…"

"Don't worry about it Sonic," said Bedwyr, "I'll be sure to stay here for a while to reassure the kingdom that everything was resolved. When Caliburn is awake I'll be sure to go tell you-"

"That… Won't… Be… Necessary…"

"Caliburn?" shouted Sonic as he looked at the Sacred Sword slowly opening his eyes.

"I'll be alright Sir Sonic; I only need to rest and regain my strength. That final battle took a toll on me, but I'm not Excalibur for nothing."

"Ok…"

"Besides…"

"Yes Caliburn?"

"Isn't your queen Amy waiting for you?"

Everyone couldn't help but laugh at Caliburn's choice of words as Sonic blushed uncomfortably and said, "Why you oversized… Well I guess you are ok to make a joke like that…"

"I told you so… Sir Bedwyr and Aquarion, perhaps you should go with Sir Sonic. A series of adventures with him will surely strengthen you two to the level of being a great king in the future."

"That would be good, if Sonic doesn't mind." responded Bedwyr.

"Of course I wouldn't mind!" said Sonic with enthusiasm, "We always welcome new people into the group!"

"Group? So there are more than just you three like Eggman said?"

"Yup! There's Shadow, Silver, Blaze, and Jet. You'll recognize them as looking like the original Knights from the past."

"There are also Amy, Cream, and the Chaotix group," added Tails.

"Don't forget the other two Babylon Rogues, Rouge, and Omega," added Knuckles.

"Wow… So many people?"

"And even more," responded Sonic, "And now Bedwyr and Aquarion are in! I'll make sure to show you the famous Hill Zones I mentioned before!"

"Don't forget the Rooftop Runs through Spagonia!" added Tails.

"Back off of him!" said Knuckles, "Maybe we should just relax on Angel Island first."

"A Hill Zone!"

"Spagonia!"

"Angel Island!"

"Whoa!" interrupted Bedwyr, "Is it always like this?"

"Pretty much!" responded Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles as all four were laughing as the stars of the night shone brightly.

The End

Author's Note: I hope you enjoyed this story as it is my first story made!

Thank you ShadowEmpress76, Gnat1 , rehannon314, Shadow Effect Lock, TatlTails (Guest), Cardcaptornicole, Prototron MJ Tornada, and chibivampire19 for giving your input! Thank you to everyone else who read this story and don't be shy to give your own input!

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-Werehog20