Robbie was overcome with sympathy for Sportacus. It was a strange feeling, but he felt concerned about Sportacus. He hadn't seen anything like this before, and it worried him. Robbie sat up in his bed. "Sportacus" He called softly to the sobbing mess leaning against his wall "Come here and sit back down" he said gently to Sportacus. He knew that Sportacus was in a very fragile state, and knew he had to be careful with what he said. Sportacus turned around to look at Robbie. He pulled his hands over his eyes trying to wipe away the tears. Sportacus sat back down in the chair next to Robbie and put his head in his hands. Robbie swallowed hard, and opened his mouth, ready to ask Sportacus the big question that was on his mind.
"Sportacus. Why are you so upset that you didn't get to me in time? You say it yourself, that everyone makes mistakes sometimes, even you. So why has this affected you so harshly?" Robbie asked Sportacus softly. Sportacus pulled his head up from his hands, and stared into Robbies eyes "I… I don't know, Robbie".
Robbie knew the truth. "I think you do know, Sportacus. Tell me why it really affected you like this" Robbie waited for the answer that he was secretly hoping to hear. Sportacus looked up and saw Robbies face. Even with the bruising on the side of his head, there was something about him that Sportacus just loved. He just looked so… perfect. Sportacus pulled his eyes back down to the ground. "I think it's because… I…. I think I love you, Robbie." Sportacus pulled his head back up again to see Robbies reaction. Robbie smiled at Sportacus. "I thought so" Robbie replied. Sportacus smiled back at Robbie. Sportacus leaned closer to Robbie, and gently pulled his head in to kiss Robbie. Robbie didn't pull back. The pair exchanged their first kiss with each other, something that they both knew had been on their minds for quite a while. Sportacus felt his shoulders relax. He finally felt comfortable. A huge weight that had been bearing on his shoulders for a long time had finally been lifted. Sportacus pulled away from the passionate kiss, and smiled at Robbie. He took hold of Robbies hand, making sure not to touch his IV "I'll let you get some rest. See you later" Sportacus stood up, let go of Robbies hand, and walked out of the room. Robbie was overcome with joy. All this time he had thought he wanted to banish Sportacus from LazyTown, but he really only wanted to banish the secret feeling that he was attracted to Sportacus. He knew it wasn't right for a villan and a superhero to be in love. He thought it would never happen. But it had. Robbie rested his head back on the pillow and fell asleep.
Robbie finally was released from the hospital. He was feeling a lot better, although he still hadn't solved the mystery of who it was that had attacked him. He hadn't told Sportacus that he was leaving the hospital, even though he had been back to check on him every day. Robbie was walking through LazyTown, looking around for Sportacus. Something had changed in him since the attack, and since the new found love with Sportacus. He didn't feel like a villan anymore. He didn't mind hearing the children laughing outside. He didn't feel like hiding away in his lair, and he definitely didn't feel like making Sportacus leave LazyTown forever. He just felt different. He watched the children playing a game of Soccer on the field. They looked like they were having a great time. Suddenly, he felt someone come stand next to him "You didn't tell me you were leaving the hospital". Robbie looked around and saw Sportacus smiling at him. Robbie smiled back, hoping the children wouldn't notice "Well, you have a duty to protect Lazytown. I didn't want to distract you from it or anything" Robbie replied. Sportacus laughed "The kids have been fine recently, surprisingly" Sportacus paused "It's good, because, I've been really distracted lately. Just, with you being in the hospital, things haven't been the same. I haven't forgiven myself either, for what happened to you" Sportacus looked down. Robbie looked at Sportacus "It wasn't your fault Sportacus, you were busy with the children." Sportacus stayed staring at the ground "Sportacus, look at me" Robbie commanded the superhero. Sportacus pulled his head up to meet Robbies eyes. Robbie continued "I forgive you, so why can't you forgive yourself?" Robbie looked into Sportacus' eyes. He looked like he was about to cry. Robbie looked over at the children playing "They'll be fine for a bit. Lets take a walk"
Sportacus reluctantly followed Robbie. When they were out of sight of the children, Robbie took hold of Sportacus' hand. He saw Sportacus look to the sky, tears still in his eyes. "Sportacus, You know I love you, right?" Robbie heard Sportacus reply a quiet "Yes". He knew Sportacus' was about to start crying so he stopped walking, and turned towards Sportacus "And I know you love me" Robbie said softly. Sportacus smiled "Yes Robbie, I love you". Robbie smiled back "So please. Put what happened behind us. Let us move forward. You are an amazing superhero. You protect those children, and me, every single day. You are a blessing to us. Don't you dare ever think otherwise" Robbie pulled Sportacus in for a passionate kiss. Sportacus felt at ease when he was with Robbie. Suddenly, for no apparent reason, Sportacus' crystal began to flash. Sportacus pulled away quickly from Robbie and said "Someones in trouble" Robbie smiled at Sportacus "Go on, go be a superhero, it's what you do best" Sportacus laughed and did his 3-step signature move. Robbie resisted the urge to jokingly mock him and watched as Sportacus ran off. He was overcome with a feeling of pride.
Robbie lay on the grass, staring up at the sunlight. He had never really appreciated the warm feeling of the sun on his face, and he was loving it. He heard a faint shouting in the distance. It got louder. Robbie sat up quickly, listening closely to hear what it was saying. He finally picked it up. "Robbie!". It was Sportacus, calling for him. Robbie quickly stood up and ran towards the voice. As he turned a corner he saw Sportacus in a physical fight with his attacker! He was back. Robbie quickly, but quietly, snuck around the back of the dark cloaked person. Sportacus continued throwing and dodging punches. His technique was a little rusty, as he hadn't had to actually beat someone up in a long time, but he kept his attack strong. Robbie waited for a signal from Sportacus. "Now, Robbie!" Sportacus called as he ducked quickly. Robbie threw a fierce punch to the back of his attackers head, knocking him to the ground. Sportacus stood back up, breathing heavily. He wanted to ask if Sportacus was okay, but he could see the children in the corner of his eye. He could not display his feelings towards Sportacus in front of him. Sportacus bent down next to the unconscious attacker on the ground "lets find out who your attacker was, Robbie" Robbie bent down next to Sportacus. Sportacus pulled the hooded cloak away from the face of the attacker. Robbie saw it immediately. It was a man, almost the spitting image of Robbie himself. Robbie felt faint at the realisation.
"Robbie. He looks just like you" Sportacus looked up at Robbie "Do you know him?
Robbie swallowed hard "It's… my twin brother"