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Not being able to run around is what you deserve after trying to be a hero, honestly. [Annoying as it is, maybe the blue hedgehog will take this time to reflect.

...

Who is he kidding?

He does not advance further, seeing the blue hedgehog finally get the point. Still...he takes out his shellphone, considering something for a moment before starting to text someone.]

Who tended to your injuries? [Who else knows? Unless Sonic actually tended to them himself. Doubtful with that cast on their leg.]

[The 'what you deserve' line hits harder than Shadow probably realizes. It was word for word what he'd said to Sonic after he'd been infected with the Metal Virus. Not that Shadow remembers that, but it's all coming back to kick Sonic in the butt right now. Back then it has pissed him off. This time it was hitting him right in the pride.

He tries not to let it show, but it's kind of hard not to look at least a little pathetic just given his current state.]

Just one of the local doctors. Don't remember their name, I was a little goofed up on pain killers at the time. They were a goose though, and I can tell you where I got patched up at.

[Alas, it was just a random NPC. But anyway, Sonic narrows his eyes a bit when Shadow starts texting someone. He's the one making a big stink over keeping Sonic's broken leg a big secret. He wouldn't be telling anyone about it, right?]

Why? Who's that?

Tell me. [He still wants to look into it. Keep the detail from leaking out too much. Without looking up from his phone, as he hits send on the message-]

Amy.

[And tell him Sonic does! Some clinic on Eltrut or something IDK MAN I'm just makin shit up

BUT THEN, Shadow namedrops Amy, and he's instantly panicking.]

Wh- why?! Not about this, right? Shadow, not about this, right!?

[Bullshit go!]

She'll be here shortly. [He pockets the shellphone. Worried, Sonic?] I got more important things to worry about than making sure you stay put. Like your little favor.

[PSH, of course he's not worried! ~~he's BIG worried~~

He grumbles, clearly annoyed, but ultimately let's it drop. Knowing Amy, she would have found out sooner or later anyway, but having it go down like this is like rubbing salt in the wound. Shadow's just being ruthless right now, damn.]

Fine, I can't argue with that. Y'still didn't have to punch me in the head, though.

You think so? [Just as he walks towards the door, he bonks the top of the blue hedgehog's head along the way. Not as hard as the last punch, but they're still going to feel it. That one is for being stuck with Eggman in that shitty maze.]

I think you weren't punched enough. [Just as the door opens, because Shadow didn't lock it-]

[ It's a really good thing that the door is open, because Amy did try to knock... but there wasn't an answer. So, she simply pushes the door open and peeks in. And what she sees is, in fact, Shadow bonking Sonic on the head, and Sonic on the damned floor with a cast on his leg.

She feels a small migraine already starting. She slips into the room and quietly shuts the door, flashing both hedgehogs a dry look. She points at Shadow first. ]

You did NOT just call me in here to watch you hit Sonic. [ A pause. ] At least tell me what he did to deserve that.

[ Now, her finger is pointed directly at the blue blur himself. ]

Why are you in a cast? What did you do?

[ She steps over to Sonic and kneels down next to him, worry replacing the look she'd had earlier. ]

Come on, let's get you off of the floor.

[It wasn't a hard bonk, not at all like when Shadow booped his snoot as hard as he could. Still annoying though! And Sonic glares in reply.

And then there's Amy suddenly appearing (props on the speed, naturally), coming over to help him finish getting off the floor. He's thankful for the assist, of course, but can't manage to look anything but miserable. Guys this is humiliating and he hates it???]

Fought a giant monkey.

[I mean he COULD elaborate, and probably will in a minute, he's just feeling salty right now.]

[He gives the blue hedgehog one "You deserved it" look and then glances in Amy's direction, crossing his arms.]

What he said. [Did that really explain anything? Nope. Not his problem, or embarrassing story to tell.] Make sure he stays put until he's better. I don't want Eggman finding out he's in this pathetic state.

[With Amy here now, he's going to try and take his leave.]

[ These two... she sighs as she helps Sonic up, reaching up to gently pat his cheek. ]

Of course you did.

[ She turns next to look at Shadow, nodding her head. ] No worries. I'll make sure he's safe and sound here. Go do what you need to do.

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[he just gives Amy the most deadpan look when she pats him on the cheek before glancing in Shadow's direction. He can't decide if he's more annoyed over being babysat by Amy or about Shadow being right, but either way he's too sore to have much fight in him over it.

With Shadow on his way out, Sonic huffs immaturely and crosses his arms, deciding to instead glare at the wall than either of the other two hedgehogs. He's not used to losing guys, this sucks.]

[ Amy watches as Shadow leaves, and she's quiet for a few moments. Finally, she turns her attention back on Sonic, her brow furrowing. ]

So, what happened, Sonic?

[ She looks concerned, because... she is. Because it ISN'T like Sonic to get injured like this, so, clearly, something must have gone very wrong during his fight with the giant monkey. ]

If you don't want to talk about it, I get it, but... are you okay? Other than the obvious, I mean.

[ You know, other than being gimpy! ]

[Now that Shadow's gone, Sonic relaxes and finally lets his guard down. He's not thrilled that Amy's seeing him like this now, but at least he knows she's less likely to punch him in the head.]

If I have to be honest, my pride's in worse shape than my leg.

[With an exhausted sigh, Sonic moves to sit on his bed, an action that takes far more seconds than he would like.]

I don't mind talkin' about it, though. Not that there's much to say, there was just a giant monkey dude raging out. I told him to chill before he hurt someone, he made it very clear that he wasn't interested, so I tried to stop him.

You can see how that went.

[ Amy's gaze follows Sonic as he trudges over to his bed and sits down, his expression a little more forlorn than she's used to seeing. ]

I'm so sorry you're hurt, Sonic. You were just trying to do the right thing, just like you always do.

[ She leans against the wall, folding her arms over her chest as she regards him. ]

But you know you're not alone here, right? If Shadow had known, I'm sure he would have come to help. [ ...pr...obably. ] And you know that I would have come, too. You don't have to take giant rampaging monkey dudes on all by yourself, you know.

[ Her gaze drops onto his cast covered leg, and she winces, because she knows it must be painful for him in more ways than one. He's not used to losing, and he's not used to having to take things into the slow lane, even if it's for a brief time. ]

Is it actually broken? How bad is the break?

I know, but I... I thought I could handle it, because what's a giant monkey next to the crazy stuff we've fought before, right? I've taken down Eggman contraptions that were way bigger! By the time I realized I needed help, the fight was already over.

[All around not a good day! And now he has to lay low because he doesn't want Eggman to find out that he's out of commission for a while. Everything is horrible.

He shifts so he can prop his busted idiot leg up on the bed and keep it elevated. Everything hurts and nothing is cool.]

It is broken, but it's not super bad from what the doc said. They just said I need to stay off it for a few weeks. Unless someone can, I dunno, magic heal it faster? I know magic's a thing here.

I definitely get that. You're pretty good at defying all odds! But, you gotta remember... we're not at home anymore. Things are different here.

[ As poor Sonic puts his leg on the bed, she pushes away from the wall to grab a few pillows from the head of his bed, and she carefully eases them under his poor leg. ]

That's good! I mean, as good as a break can be, you know? [ She fluffs the pillows a little, before she steps back. ] I know staying off of it is going to be hard for you, but you have to try. And, you're right. Magic is a thing, so, maybe I can find a healer or something...

[ She looks thoughtful, tapping her index finger to her cheek as she contemplates something. ]

Or maybe I can figure it out myself. If there's magic available, maybe there's books or something on potions? As silly as that sounds? Either way, you've gotta chill and stay down until we can figure it out, mister. Can you at least promise to try and be patient?

Well, like you said, we're not home anymore. Nothing really sounds silly so long as we're here.

[Like Sonic losing fights, like Sonic breaking bones, like Sonic's stamina not being as reliable as it was back home. Definitely not silly. More like super annoying, but he's already complained enough and he doesn't like being a downer, either.]

I can try to be patient, promise. Maybe I can use this as an opportunity to pick up a hobby or something?

That's the spirit! We'll get you fixed up in no time, I promise!

[ Amy has been filled with Determination™. Her eyes light up at the mention of picking up hobbies. ]

Thank you! And, yes! You should definitely pick up a hobby! Maybe you could pick up something crafty.

[ Although, she can't see Sonic sitting around, trying to learn how to crochet... ]

I'll pick up some books for you if you want. I wonder if I can find any board games anywhere? That'd be kinda fun and a way to pass the time. [ And they could invite Tails! ]

Heh, I feel like I'm probably better at breakin' stuff than I would be at makin' stuff, but board games don't sound bad at all. Sure beats sittin' in here by myself all day staring out the window.

[he is SO not looking forward to being forced to sit still. This is basically the worst thing ever.]

You're not giving yourself enough credit! I think you would actually be good at making stuff, depending on what it is! We just have to figure out what your crafting niche is! [ SHE BELIEVES IN YOU! ] Board games are definitely doable, I'll go see if I can't find a few after a little while.

[ His bit about sitting in his room all by himself actually makes her heart hurt, because no one deserves that, but especially not him. ]

Hey, you're not gonna be by yourself for long periods of time, I promise! Does Tails know about this? Because if he does, you know he's gonna be here with you when I'm not!

So far you and Shadow are the only ones who know, I figure Tails won't be far behind though.

[truthfully he had unrealistically hoped that nobody would find out, hence why he hadn't actually told Tails or Amy, but that's just not how life works.]

Are you going to tell him? I'm not gonna pull a Shadow and just nark on you to him, I promise. But I think you should reach out to him and let him know.

[ Seriously, dude, bro is your bestie. You gotta let little homie know.

Also she wants to LECTURE!! About relying on his friends again but she doesn't, because he doesn't need that right now. She will save her lectures for another day. ]

So, what do you want to do? Do you need me to go get you anything?

It's on my to do list, it's not like I can hide anything from him for long anyway. Not that I was trying to, I'm just sayin'.

[Still though, he reeeeally doesn't like looking uncool in front of Tails. Or Amy. Or anyone really, let's be honest.]

Uhh... I guess I haven't eaten yet, maybe lunch? Then we can figure out some board games or something.

Which is why I found out from Shadow, right?

[ she sounds a little amused, at least. ]

Either way, just remember, we're here for you. Now, what sounds good for lunch? Orrrr should I even really be asking that?

[ Can she even get chili dogs here... ]

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