Hey guys! new story!

The character here in this chapter will used it/they pronouns for now.
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A small little hedgehog heads to a river in order to take a drink.

These little creatures have become more and more rare in recent years.

In fact, the hedgehog population isn't as popular as the Pockies Flickies, Rickies, Peckies, and others.

Our hedgehog here, however, is different. Unlike other hedgehogs, this one is special. It holds more knowledge than its kind.

The hedgehog took a misstep and found itself drowing in the river.

In panic, it tried to swim back to the surface, unaware of its ability to float.

In the past, a kind-hearted owl would have come to its rescue.

However, now, they are no longer around.

The hedgehog struggled to stay above the water, desperate to go back on land.

After some time, Finally, the hedgehog managed to dog-paddle back to land.

It hoped to take some much-needed rest,

However, just as it began to settle down, the ground began to shake beneath its paws.

Startled and fearful, the hedgehog ran around in a desperate attempt to escape the danger.

As the ground stopped shaking, the hedgehog finally caught its breath and stood completely still.

It couldn't shake off the feeling that something was wrong.

Following its instincts, the exhausted hedgehog set off to find the source of the disturbance.

The hedgehog paused upon seeing seven different colors of emeralds.

Inspecting it, they cautiously sniffed the precious stones and felt as though something strange was going on.

Despite that happening, they shook off the uneasy feeling and settled down close to the weird gems, soon going to a deep sleep.