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Me: I'm kinda bored now.
Knuckles: Big surprise.
Me: WHAT BIG SURPRISE?!
Knuckles: Never mind.
Sonic: Alright! Which wise-guy ate my chilidogs?!
Me: Uh... *points at Knuckles* He did it.
Knuckles: LIAR!
Sonic: Look, I don't care who ate it. I can easily get another one. And if she did take it, it wouldn't be a fair fight. *smiles*
Me: *Sticks tongue out at Knuckles and grins*
Knuckles: Why am I still here, anyways?
Me: *shrug* Because you're kinda trapped in here?
Knuckles: Trapped? Shadow escaped easily though.
Me: *Rolls eyes* Well he IS the Ultimate Life form; I think he can do whatever he pleases.
Knuckles: You're backing up a psychopath then? *Raises fists*
Sonic: Hey, calm down, Knucklehead!
Me: Yeah, Knuckles. Calm down! And yup! Why ask?
Knuckles: ...
Me: Thought so. Sorry you had to listen to that, Shadow.
Knuckles: WHAT?
?: Hmph. I don't care what you people think of me.
Me: *Shrug* It's Knuckles that you should be worried about, but then again, you should be worried about Sonic.
Sonic: Yeah, because you're teaming up with me next!
Shadow: *Teleports into the room* What did you say?
Me: You heard him. Just don't get mad. Everyone else had to team up!
Shadow: *Gives me Death's glare* You're going to regret this.
Me: How many times a day will I get this threat? Oh well. Enjoy the story, guys! (The plot's getting dark now!)
Disclaimer: I do not own Sonic the Hedgehog. All characters go to SEGA.
Sidekick Swap!
Chapter 4
Shadow & Sonic
-Area Unknown-
The dark room intimidated even the bravest souls, as two companions stepped inside, carrying nothing but their pride. Within the dark, was the client? Something needed doing. And the two companions were just right for the job. As one of them stumbled about in the darkness, the other just acted like it was broad daylight.
"Stop messing around, Kyna." The other whispered to the one stumbling about.
"I sure am sorry, but my eyes aint suitable for the dark." After that quote, it was total silence. Nothing could be heard apart from faint footsteps in the blackness. The client had already arrived... many a time from their own arrival. The stumbling stopped, as one of them became almost frozen in fear.
"You are finally here." A smooth voice called out within the darkness, as it peered at the shaking girl. The boy however, just stood still, not in the least intimidated.
"Yes. Now, what reason do you call us here?" The male's voice was emotionless, showing that he had little feelings for hardly anything. Others may describe him as heartless, while his partner would just deny it. The voice chuckled, which made the girl's fur stand on end. She didn't like it. She didn't like the place, the client, or the job, no matter what it was.
"It's funny you should ask. Your partner?"
"She is not intimidated," the male explained, "She is merely disguised. It's used for most weaknesses, pity being one of them." Again, the male had defended his partner's honour, by making up a simple explanation which hid the real truth. The male stepped into the light, closely followed by his shaking companion. The boy seemed to be an animal, but had qualities which made him seem inhuman, and terrifying. Grey eyes pierced the darkness, searching for the client. A scar stretched across his right eye, showing a bloody wound. Wings seemed to spread about, showing it to be almost leathery. Jet black clothing clouded his charcoal fur, making it suitable for the darkness. A black scarf flowed about slightly, as a draft blew through the room. His muzzle was not furry, nor bald. It seemed in between.
"Quite an intimidating appearance you have." The voice complimented, as it seemed to ponder something.
"I never fail to impress." The bat answered back coldly. The female then stepped forward, revealing a hare wearing cow-girl like clothing. Brown eyes made her stand out with her white fur, which almost made the tiniest blood or blackcurrant stain seem very effective. A red scarf was tied around her neck, as she folded her arms and shivered slightly. Hot revolvers seemed to be attached to her brown belt, but in her stance, it seemed she was quite capable with physical fighting. A cow-girl hat shadowed her face slightly, as if she had her own back story to tell.
"S-s-so... You're ol' D-D-Darky, yes?" She asked, slightly stuttering in her wording. For some reason, the hare (Known as Kyna), seemed to make nicknames for all the clients she met. Although, she does call her partner his own name, rather than his own nickname.
"Don't talk, Kyna. I'll handle this." The bat stated, as he stood in front of the hare, almost protectively.
"Byro, I am not a coward..." She muttered, almost disappointed that her partner would categorize her as helpless. She pouted at the situation, wanting to get some answers herself.
"Hm? You say she is not intimidated, yet you stand like that?" The voice asked, as its echo came closer. The bat focused his eyes on the darkness, as another anthropomorphic animal stepped forward. It was a hedgehog, or it showed to be one. The bat narrowed his eyes at the appearance of the client, seeing many distinct, light blue streaks flowing through its quills, and two bright green eyes. White tufts of hair were situated under it's neck, along with jet shoes on it's feet. Upon seeing the client, Kyna settled down a bit, as she knew where the client was now. But that alone was not enough for the bat.
"Byro, try talking to the guy." Kyna whispered to the bat, almost mockingly. The bat glared at her, making her back down slightly, but quickly put this expression away as soon as he realised that he had scared her. He sighed.
"What is this... Job you seem so fond of giving to us?" The hedgehog chuckled slightly, knowing he had made his point clearly.
"It is quite simple. Upon noticing your reputation for elimination, I wish for you to do one, small... Task."
"Yes, it is correct that we do elimination services, but you must have a direct reason for it. We shall not go about murdering innocent souls." The bat recited it as though it was a regular rule. Kyna felt doubtful of this client; there was something he was not telling them. She front flipped in front of her partner, who jumped back in surprise. The hare walked slowly over to the hedgehog, less intimidated than before. The bat suddenly flew behind the hare, and grabbed her shoulder. It, however, did not stop her, as she continued walking towards the hedgehog, despite her partner's strong grip. The hedgehog's expression was emotionless, as he blinked several times.
"What's ya name, Darky boy?" She asked in a curious tone.
"Mephiles. Mephiles the Dark, my dear."
-The Forest-
"Aw! C'mon, Shadow! One little race won't hurt!" Sonic whined, as he jogged on the spot. "Anyways, you still owe me."
"I owe you nothing."
"Yeah, yeah, right. Tails was chasing me for two hours yesterday, so I really need to beat ya in a race to make up for it." Sonic stated with a quick, mischievous grin.
"Hmph. Serves you right."
"For what?"
"For interrupting my monologues."
"Monologues?" Shadow rolled his eyes at the question.
"Does 'Time to rock n' roll' ring any bells?"
"Uh... I don't really remember. Must've slipped my mind! Heh, heh."
"Pfft. Don't deny it, Faker."
"What? I don't remember... Much. Now can we have a race? I really want to beat ya for good this time!"
"I don't have time for children's games." Shadow was about to turn and walk away, until the blue hero rushed in front of him.
"Fine! I'll have to race anyways, and if you won't start running, then I'll win for sure!" Sonic grinned confidently, as he turned and started to run down the path at an amazing speed.
Shadow seemed tempted, and replied in a stern tone, "Don't count on it, Faker." He raced forward, running alongside the blue blur.
"C'mon, Shadow! At this rate you'll never beat me!" Shadow raced forward once more.
"Pfft. It's you who needs to speed up, Faker."
"Aw, can't we have a rivalry chat?" Sonic sped up again, skidding in front of Shadow.
"No, Faker. Now shut up and keep running!"
"That's harsh, Shadow!" Sonic pouted at Shadow while running, getting more bored every second. This race needed to be kicked up a notch.
"I believe that's the understatement of the century."
"I thought we could have a catch-up chat!"
"I'm already caught up with you, Faker. I'm getting sick of meeting you like this."
After several hours which seemed as doing nothing to the two hedgehogs, they reached ruins which seemed dead. The trees around the area were wilting and dying, as if something was going on. They came to a skid stop in front of the entrance. Sonic looked about, slightly bored. Around the ruins were many vines which seemed to wrap around the pillars, almost making them to collapse. Many dust clouds surrounded the area, as all remained quiet for a few moments. Sonic disrupted the silence, with the question of the day.
"Hey, Shadow! What's this place?"
"Quiet, Faker!" With that quote, he dragged his hand across his neck. Sonic gulped, but refused to be bossed around by his rival.
"What? If you think I'm gonna do what ya say then-"
"Shut up, Faker. Stop showing off that gob you seem so fond of." Shadow seemed to be forgetting he had to be quiet, as his voice grew louder.
"Hey! This 'gob' feeds me my chilidogs!" Sonic folded his arms; copying Shadow and making the ebony hedgehog look away in annoyance.
"I don't give a damn about chilidogs." Shadow answered coldly, narrowing his red orbs at the blue hero from the corner of his eyes.
"Maybe you should try them before you go insulting them!"
"I hardly eat anything." Shadow snapped back, while a fierce scowl found its way onto his muzzle.
"I feel sorry for ya, Pal."
"I don't want your pity!"
"I'm not-"
"Quiet. Something's wrong..."
"What? You mean apart from numerous trees dying and plants wilting? Doesn't that show something's wrong?" Sonic asked, rolling his eyes. Shadow's eyes seemed intent on the ruins, as he screwed them up. Sonic scratched his head.
"Wait here, and don't move." Shadow ordered sternly, almost so quietly that it couldn't be heard well. He walked up the ruin's stairs. Sonic was about to object, but then a thought struck him. Something was wrong here. There weren't many animals around here. In fact, there weren't even any birds, squirrels, or anything along that line. Just silence. Pure, dead, silence. Sonic noticed that Shadow had vanished while he had been thinking. He ran up the stairs quickly, pursuing his rival.
The ruins were littered with many rocks, patches of moss and ancient items which seemed to be from a lost civilisation. Dead ivy curled around the many pillars, most of them as grey as metal. Several rocks blocked certain doorways off, as if they were meant to be kept secret. If one could remain still and silent for a moment, they would hear what seemed to be small screams... or something along that line. Not many people would visit this place, of all places. Someone was concerned. The dust of the ruins seemed to blow about, as a presence entered the room, more swift than the fastest of cars. Red eyes peered curiously at a body on the ground, as they approached the area with caution. Grey eyes followed the figures footsteps, as the owner of the watcher furrowed it's brow.
"Murderer..." It whispered, as it watched from a high ledge, a determined look on it's face. The figure suddenly glanced about, swearing that he had heard something. Certain that he didn't hear nothing. Crimson orbs glanced about the room, as soft footsteps approached the doorway. The creature on the high ledge watched, his hands holding him up as he spied on the supposed murderer. Something blue entered the room, which seemed to be... the murderer's accomplice?
"Shadow? What're you doing?" The blue creature asked, as he stared at the murderer with a curious look.
'So... His name is Shadow...?' The being on the high ledge asked himself in thought, as he furrowed his brow at both of them. Shadow glanced about, and then rested his eyes on the blue blur. He seemed to shake his head regretfully, with a slight hint of deny.
"This is not my doing, if that's what you're wondering." He answered back quite slowly, as his eyes suddenly flashed back to the body, his gaze never leaving it's sights.
"That better be ketchup on the floor!" The blue blur stated, slightly annoyed that Shadow was just standing there when someone was clearly in need of medical attention.
"Didn't I specifically tell you to wait outside?" Shadow seemed quite disturbed and concerned now, as shown on his face (which seemed hard to tell).
"I never go by anyone's rules... unless there's a perfectly good reason for it."
"You might die?"
"Na, that's not a good reason." Sonic gave a small smile, but it vanished when his eyesight reached the murky floor. The body on the ground was cream coloured... A familiar cream colour. Sassy cream hair seemed to blow about, as a gust of wind flew through the open entrance. While the body stirred, Shadow looked away. He still hadn't turned his head back to the floor, as he dreaded something. However, he never knew what that was. He'd killed thousands, and never gave a second thought. But this time, it wasn't his doing, and looking away from the body seemed to be the only right thing to do right now.
The being on the ledge gave a small side frown, wondering if this was even a challenge. It leapt from it's hiding place and began to glide to the ground, it's eyes intent on the spiked back quills belonging to the murderer. Both the hedgehog's ears twitched, as they began to feel something off in the atmosphere. A light flapping was heard, along with a faint gust of wind coming from behind the black hedgehog.
"Uh... Shadow?"
"What is it now, Faker?"
"Is it normal to see a massive bat behind you?" Shadow looked at him oddly.
"What?" Irritation filled his voice, as he turned to the blue blur, narrowing his eyes. Shadow felt something touch his foot. Something weird and strange. When it reached his ankle, he looked down to see the injured animal tugging at his leg. It was a female, cream hedgehog. The light seemed to leave her blue eyes.
Her voice seemed broken as she said, "R-r-run..." Shadow just blinked his eyes in bewilderment.
"Shadow?" Sonic asked, "What did she say?" Shadow never said it.
"I believe pity has brought you into trouble, gentlemen." An emotionless voice called out, coming from behind Shadow. Shadow turned, seeing something he didn't expect. He was whacked, and thrown to the ground by something dark. Sonic rushed over to help his rival, only to be pushed away by the ebony hedgehog who claimed he didn't 'need his help'.
"Hey, whacko! Why don't ya watch what you're doing?" Sonic called out to the monster, scowling at the darkness. The creature chuckled.
"This shall be fun. We already have the jester."
"I aint no jester! I'm Sonic, Sonic the Hedgehog!"
"It seems so." The creature stepped into the light coming from the hole in the ceiling, to reveal a charcoal bat. "Now, hedgehog. It would be wise to step away from that murderer." He pointed at the black hedgehog which was getting up, his voice almost as commanding as a king's and slightly eerie at the same time. The bat threw a blue gem in the air, and then caught it.
"BYRO! YOU SAID YOU'D WAIT FOR ME!" A loud, middle-pitched voice echoed in the room, as a hare raced forward.
"Damn it, Kyna! You just ruined the atmosphere!" The bat snapped, jerking his head towards the white hare. He muttered, "No matter, all shall go to plan."
"I'm sorry..." Kyna murmured under her breath. The two hedgehogs at the other side of the room just blinked. "I thought we would have stopped at the shop... I am a little hungry..."
'So... This bat knows this girl?' Sonic thought, as he figured the reactions out between the two.
'They're just pathetic.' Shadow thought, as he narrowed his eyes at the supposed leader. Shadow stood up fully, and stepped towards the two, his hand raised. The bat turned and raised an eye ridge.
"This only proves your purpose. You were made for death and destruction." The bat stated, as he too walked towards Shadow. Shadow lowered his hand slightly, as he knew what the bat was trying to do. 'Byro' was trying to make Shadow back down, so death would be promised. But he couldn't die, could he? He was immortal after all. "I will end this now." Upon hearing this, Sonic perked up.
"I don't what your problem is, Bat Boy. But you have some serious issues." Sonic smiled. "Looks like you don't have any manners."
The bat smiled back somewhat scarily, and replied, "I try my best." The bat seemed to be walking closer as he discussed many things with the blue hero. In many points in the conversation, Shadow and Kyna felt like smacking their foreheads. Shadow was dying to kick this guy's butt all the way from here to Antarctica. Then again, he could fly, so that might not happen. And Kyna was dying to chuck a tomato at her partner for some bizarre reason.
"Uh..." Sonic was trying to change the topic, because somehow they'd landed on the water topic, "You like chilidogs?"
"Oh, this is priceless. You hate water, correct?"
"Why don't cha' leave 'im alone, Byro?" Kyna asked, slightly annoyed at her partner.
"You're defending this hedgehog?"
"Uh... I mean. Stay on task?" The bat furrowed his brow at the hare, and shook his head.
"Very well, Kyna. I shan't dawdle anymore." After this, the bat charged forward towards the black hedgehog, who dodged this quickly with ease.
"You'll have to do better than that." Shadow stated, smirking slightly.
"Mind if I join ya, Shadow?" Sonic asked, while staring at the bat which again charged at the ebony hedgehog.
"Yes, I do mind, Faker! Stay out of this." Shadow snapped, as he dodged out of the way once more. Sonic seemed disappointed. He never wanted to miss a good fight. Kyna didn't seem to enjoy this fight either, despite that she and her partner had been doing this for a while. She would glance almost worriedly at both her partner and the hedgehogs. Constantly, she would stare at the body on the ground, shaking her head slightly. The things she had done over the years... Was it truly wrong? Byro had the look of determination on his face. Could Byro have been wrong? Did they choose the right path? Kyna shook her head, denying the true facts and focusing on Byro, a look of worry on her face. She seemed to think for a moment, picturing something which happened long ago.
"After it! Don't let it get away!" A male voice yelled, as it rang out in the jungle. The hare galloped about, feeling her breath almost leave her lungs. It was hopeless. She couldn't run forever, and she wasn't at all that fast. The pouring rain weighed down it's fur, making it harder to run.
"Sir! It's entering the brambles!" Another male voice shouted, as the hare dashed into the depths of the prickly crater.
"It hasn't reached maturity yet! Don't let it out of your sights!" Humans approached the edge of the crater, searching the area with their eyes. A flash of white was seen in the brambles, the night making it stand out. The hare ran for all it was worth, feeling several thorns stick into it's sides as it ran. It had to get away. It couldn't stay there. It couldn't go back to those... Humans. They were spiteful. All they cared about was their research, not the welfare of the white hare. Tests would be run on her day after day, taking their toll on her health. It dodged about in the brambles, as it heard a gun load. It sounded like a tranquiliser... She knew this because she had tried to escape many times before, and it was the same sound. The same click. The same insane slot. She panted heavily, as she hid behind a thick bramble patch, placing her palms on it, ignoring the small sting of pain from it's thorns. Soft footsteps came around the corner, as the gun clicked once more. She held her breath for several moments, closing her eyes and heightening her hearing. Her ears twitched slightly as the footsteps came closer. Taking all her courage, she bolted from the brambles, back into the maze-like jungle. A dart flew, but, luckily, hit a nearby tree.
The hare ran about wildly, not caring where it went, as long as it got as far away as possible from the tormentors. Running was the only option, but the hare was getting tired. Feeling a slight stitch, her legs slowed down as she looked back.
BUMP!
She stumbled backwards and rubbed her head. Then, she turned her head to see a dark figure, standing there almost menacingly in the rain. She raised her brown irises slowly to the figure's face, seeing a pair of almost lifeless, grey eyes. Ignoring the fear, she dashed behind the figure, hiding behind the stranger. Her feet shook in fear as several humans approached, guns in their hands...
"Hi. So..." The voice broke her out of her mind. As soon as she heard the voice, she whacked her hand backwards, hitting the speaker and pushing them away slightly. She wasn't as strong as her partner, but she had some skills. She turned around and clenched her fists, seeing the blue hedgehog. She softened slightly.
"Sneakin' up on lil' ol' me isn't a good thin' to do!" She yelled, shaking her fists.
"Alright, alright." Sonic put up his hands defensively, a slight smile on his muzzle.
Kyna smirked slightly, and stated, "And I don't think you want to get beaten by a girl either."
"I couldn't hit you anyways. You're a girl, so..."
"You best leave now, Byro doesn't show mercy... Often..."
Sonic rubbed his nose with his index finger, and answered, "Oh yeah? Well neither does Shadow."
"Shadow? Is that his name? It seems to be quite a... simple name."
"Heh, heh. Well he isn't as simple as ya think." The hare turned away at this answer, and glanced restlessly at the open window in the ceiling. She sighed. "And why are ya trying to get rid of him? You know he's immortal, right?"
"And you know you stink of chilli sauce, right?"
"Hey, don't insult my chilidogs!"
"Yeah, yeah. Carrots are better."
"No way. Chilidogs are way more spicy!"
"Well carrots can be spicy in stew as well!"
"Yeah, but chilidogs are..."
"Yes?"
"Uh... Tasty?"
"You are very predictable you know."
"Thank you. Now that we're best buddies..."
"I think we're far from that, my friend."
"Okay, friend then." The hare wrinkled her nose in annoyance. "Will ya tell me what you're up to?"
"Nope."
"I have a carrot."
"CARROT?! WHERE?!" The hare perked up, flashing her eyes about the room. Sonic pulled out a carrot, and then some chilli sauce. He grinned slightly, as he squirted the chilli sauce secretly onto the carrot.
"Right here. Want it?"
"YES! YES! Uh... I mean, I don't want your blazin' carrots!"
"Too bad, it's going in my mouth."
"Go on then, I don't care." The hare hesitated a glance at the hedgehog. She saw the carrot in his hand, the green roots in between his index finger and his thumb. He was shaking it about enticingly.
"Ya sure?" Sonic asked, while his grin widened.
"Yes, I am sure..." However, at the last minute, she grabbed it from his hand within seconds. Sonic raised an eye ridge.
"You're pretty speedy."
"No kidding." She answered flatly, stuffing the carrot into her mouth. Then she had a slight look of worry on her face, to which Sonic smiled knowingly. However, her expression changed to normal as the carrot was scoffed down. Sonic frowned at her, disappointed that his prank failed to work.
"Something wrong, Bluey?"
"Uh, nothing. And Bluey? What sorta' of name is that?"
"Your name, silly hedgehog. I need to give ya a nickname. I always do it. Like I call... Mephy, Darky sometimes."
"Who's Mephy? Your boyfriend?"
The hare shuddered, and then replied fearlessly, "NONE OF YA BUISNESS!"
"Okay..."
"You know, I 'eard they're givin' away chilidogs at a shop."
"OH YEAH? WHERE!?"
"In ya dreams, Bluey."
Sonic changed the subject quickly, "So yeah, he's immortal ya know." He glanced at the bat and the hedgehog fighting constantly, feet clashing, punches intersecting. He shuddered slightly. "So how can ya get rid of him?"
She turned away, and replied, "Am not gonna' to talk to ya'. La, la, la, la!"
Sonic chuckled slightly, "Well you're already talking to me. And have ya' noticed we're talking over a possible corpse?"
"Just get lost... Already!" The hedgehog nodded slightly, but then ran up to the bat instead. The hare folded her arms, and began tapping her index finger. The fight was getting more violent than the minute. Shadow seemed to be doing some sort of kicking dance or something. A dance? In a fight? Sonic seemed to be launching his blue body at the bat, when Shadow had specifically told him not to help. The bat constantly dodged about, leaping with his fists at the hedgehogs, only to miss tragically. Sonic would try to run around the bat to pound him from behind, only to also miss. Byro had been through a lot in his life, and a lot of training, clearly shown by his bloody scar. Shadow would yell at Sonic to back off from the fight, to which his rival would just shrug, claiming it was 'boring on the sidelines'.
Byro was getting pretty battered now, because, for some reason, he never used his emerald. Earlier, he claimed he only 'used it for show' but obviously doesn't realise how important it is. In fact, the one with the battered bruises and scars was Byro himself, which came as a surprise to him, as he barely lost fights. Although, he was getting attacked by two hedgehogs, so practically it wasn't, as you say, 'fair'. The hare watched the fight, determining every move as if it was predictable. She sighed.
"Seriously, Byro. Try studyin' up. Bulk won't help ya this time."
The bat replied loudly, "Just hush up." Due to his sensitive hearing, he had heard it. Kyna wondered if she could help, knowing her partner wasn't so good with speed.
"Na. Watching action cartoons on the television is much more fun." She muttered, glancing at her partner's disadvantages. She couldn't help him. Not because she couldn't, but because she wouldn't. She had a feeling that 'ol' Darky' was lying about the whole thing. Or something like that anyway. It appeared Byro wasn't holding back now, as he seemed to dodge about more quickly, despite the logic of lack of energy itself. He stood still, and launched several punches at the hedgehogs as they closed in. However, there was a disadvantage to this. There were two hedgehogs, not one. Shadow came from behind, as Sonic came from the front, launching homing attacks in their wake. The second they neared the bat, it stepped to the side, and the two hedgehogs banged into each other. The bat merely chuckled at this.
"Well, wit is better than bulk, I suppose." Byro stated, folding his arms.
"Damn it, Faker! Stop getting in my way!" Shadow yelled, while glaring at the blue blur.
"Me? It was you that came from behind!" Sonic snapped back, while rubbing his head in pain.
"Your clumsiness is going to cost us our lives, Faker!"
"No way! I can't be beaten; I'm practically faster, so NO DICE!" Sonic folded his arms and pouted.
"You should really consider your actions, Faker." A few minor seconds later, the hedgehogs stood up, only to engage into battle again. The bat jumped backwards as several blows were attempted on his behalf. He thought he got away from the attacks... Until he was punched to the ground by the black blur (PUNCHBAG!). The bat stumbled backwards, winced and eye open, and attempted to stand up again only to fail. The hare, which was only steps away, tried not to interfere. The black blur's shadow stood over the bat, it's hands clenched into a fist. The charcoal bat gritted his teeth, feeling blood flow through his fangs, and a threatening growl escape from his muzzle. The black hedgehog merely scoffed at the threat, and raised his hand. The bat's eyes widened, as he saw the hand rear upwards. His expression changed to one which said, 'Go on. Kill me.' Shadow was about to do as intended, until a certain blue hero stopped him.
"Um... Shadow?"
"What, Faker?" Sonic's rival snapped back, as he gave the enemy Death's glare.
"Why don't ya forget this whole thing?"
"Are you serious? He just tried to kill us, Faker. Why should I give mercy?" Shadow looked very annoyed. The bat seemed to smirk secretly, but the two hedgehogs never noticed it. Sonic sighed, rubbed the back of his quills, and pointed to the hare at the other side of the room. Faintly, but surely, slight tears fell from the hare's eyelids, as she stared at the bat on the ground with worry.
"She won't be so peppy, ya know." Sonic stated, folding his arms and giving a stern face, shaking his head. Kyna stepped forward slightly, seeing her partner in need of help.
"Kyna... Stay... there." Byro murmured slowly, as his eyes watched the black hedgehog's gloved hand.
"Byro... Please, jus' forget this whole thin'..." Kyna muttered, quickly drying her tears within seconds. Her brown eyes seemed to plead at both of the attackers, asking them to stop.
Shadow seemed to redraw his hand slightly, upon hearing the faint sniffles coming from the hare. As soon as the hedgehog had let his guard down, the bat gave a quick smirk and slipped his foot under the ebony hedgehogs own feet, wondering if he had met the intended target. The ebony hedgehog jumped over the foot, and swung his clenched fist around the bat's head, only to miss. The bat was up and about again, scars, scratches and grazes covering every part of his body. He spat blood at the ground, while preparing to fight again. The hare was about to rush forward.
"Stay... right... t-t-there, Kyna. Remember... what I... Ugh... said?"
"I know... But-!"
"Quiet. And stay there." The bat strained his grey orbs to the hare, and stared at her sternly, shaking his head. His reply from the hare was a helpless and concerned expression. Several moments later, he moved his gaze back to the hostile animal in front of him.
"He'll never give up, Faker. What do you suggest?" Shadow asked, pulling up his gloves with ease.
"Don't ask me." Sonic stated, while shrugging.
"I think I'll try my way, for once." The black hedgehog muttered, his triumphant, legendary smirk plastered on his muzzle. The bat leapt backwards at this statement, bracing himself for what might be his last breath. He panted breathlessly, his legs almost about to give way. Within seconds, the two began fighting again. Byro was clearly at a disadvantage due to being weakened. Sonic sighed and rolled his eyes.
"Does he ever listen?" Sonic asked the readers, scratching his ear.
Kyna turned to the door behind her, seeing she might be able to leave. No. That would be cowardly. But she couldn't take another moment of this. There seemed to be something going on here. Their arrival here had nothing to do with the plants dying.
RUMBLE...
"Huh?" Kyna looked upwards, to see many small stones falling from the ceiling.
RUMBLE, RUMBLE...!
The black hedgehog seized the fighting, and came to a stand still upon noticing the incoming rocks. The blue hero looked about, wondering what was going on. The bat, however, was about to launch another blow. The hare suddenly dashed in front of her partner, stopping him.
"Kyna? Get out of the way!"
"Byro! There's no time fo' fightin'! We have to leave... NOW! This place is gonna' blow like a... Chilidog stand on a hot day!" She grabbed his hand, as he consistently tried to get out of her grip. She dragged him to the back door, and chucked him out. The two hedgehogs, upon noticing the leave of the two, decided to do the same. Shadow ran to the door, while wondering who they were. As Sonic reached the door, he glanced to the floor, seeing the hedgehog girl stir slightly. However, before he could make a decision, the ceiling fell in, collapsing and filling the area. Suddenly, something dove into the rubble, and pulled out the hedgehog. Sonic barely saw the silhouette as it left. Within seconds, the female hedgehog was in front of them.
"Uh... Shadow?"
"What, Faker?"
"Do I really stink of chilli sauce?"
YAY! I improved the chapter! Well, not sure if I improved so much, but it's still progress! ^_^
Me: Aw! Sonic was offended!
Sonic: Do I really though?
Me: Uh...
Kyna: Yep.
Me: AH! How the heck did you get in here?
Kyna: Same way Bluey did? *Shrug*
Me: I don't think I've seen you before...
Kyna: *Tilts head* Hm. I don't think I know ya' either.
Me: Yeah... *rubs back of neck* ...Just, keep Byro away from me.
Kyna: *Smiles*
BOOM!
Me: KNUCKLES?! WHAT HAVE I TOLD YOU ABOUT DAMAGING MY MONOCHROME ROOM?!
Knuckles: Oh, sorry. I forget. *smirks*
Sonic: Hey, Knuckles, do I stink of chilli sauce to you?
Knuckles: Uh... That's a pretty absurd question.
Me: Hm. Shadow never did answer Sonic though. MIND TELLING US, SHADOW?!
?: ...
Me: Fine. Hide like the helpless life form you are. ;) YIPE! *Something strangles me* Uh... Hi.
Shadow: Hello. Mind taking that back?
Me: Um... *Cough, cough* ...S-s-s-show off... *Cough, cough* (I am SO gonna get murdered here!)
Knuckles: I wouldn't bother, Shadow. Yeah, she has a bossy attitude, drives you up the wall, is extremely annoying, very quick-tempered, but technically she isn't hurting you.
Me: W-w-well... T-t-t-thank you, Knucklehead. Y-y-y-you're g-g-going to regret those i-i-insults. *Falls to floor*
Shadow: Don't try that again.
Me: Oh, don't worry. I won't. ;)
Sonic: ... Uh... Shadow?
Shadow: I don't want to hear a speech from you either, Faker. ESPECIALLY if it's about those DAMN chilidogs.
Sonic: AW!
Silver: Hi guys.
Kyna: Hey there, Hedgey!
Silver: Uh... Hedgey? My name's Silver. Not Hedgey.
Kyna: Oh, then I'll call ya... Silvhedgey!
Sonic: What sorta' name is that?
Silver: *Mutters* Okay, I definitely prefer the previous nickname...
Me: She doesn't even have a nickname for Shadow yet! I look forward to that day. *Brings out video camera* I wanna see his expression!
Shadow: She wouldn't dare. *glares at Kyna*
Kyna: *Smiles at Shadow brightly, unaffected by the glare* Hiya! *waves*
Knuckles: Poor Shadow. Your glare didn't work, I take it?
Shadow: *Glares at Knuckles*
Knuckles: *O_O'* Pfft, stuff your stares...
Me: Awkward...
Silver: Hm. Well it's got to be less humiliating than Silvhedgey.
Kyna: Aw! You don' like it? *Cleans revolvers*
Silver: *Glances at the revolvers* Uh...It's fine!
Kyna: You know, all of ya look so...
Me: What?
Kyna: Not counting you, but the hedgehogs look real adorable!
Sonic: *O_O'*
Silver: Uh... Right. *Rubs back of neck*
Shadow: I comment nothing... (Another deranged fan girl?)
Knuckles: (Why do they always ignore me...?)
Kyna: And Knuckles looks super adorable too!
Me: He's practically a hot tempered tomato. So why are ya saying that?
Kyna: Oh... Nothing.
Knuckles: Uh... Sorry, I'm spoken for.
Me: Oh, Rouge, I guess?
Knuckles: UH, NO! I WAS KIDDING!
Me: UH, YES! YOU WEREN'T KIDDING!
Kyna: Are they always yellin' at each other?
Sonic: Pretty much, yeah.
Silver: I agree.
Shadow: *Shrug* I don't care.
Kyna: Oh! Oh! I have the perfec' nickname for ya now!
Shadow: *-_-'*
Knuckles: I was kidding, end of conversation.
Me: Well, I'm gonna sit here and watch the drama unfold. What could be Shadow's new nickname? I wonder... *grins* R & R guys! ;)