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Sombra the penultimate prototype and eclipsed creation of project shadow
Arching a brow as he taps at one of the embedded artificial emeralds in his limiter shackles. " Drawing on energy so wrong as this isn't my first choice, doctor, but I suppose beggars can't be choosers. "
He sighed in relief as the heat faded and the cold entered. " Thank you. Oh and don't worry you didn't ruin anything. "
โ โช Seconds later, cool and refreshing air washed over the rooms like a gentle breeze, contrasting vividly with the harsh heat from outside. Edge didnโt immediately descend the stairs afterwards, most likely reflecting, but when she did the steps were quiet. โซ โ
" ...Good... " He murmured. " ...And don't worry, I'll deal with anti's behavior. I will make sure it doesn't happen again. " He said, pulling the blond hedgehog onto his lap, letting his tail curl around her, of course, minding the sharp edge.
slumping her shoulders and allowing the prototype to wipe her tears with his thumb. charlotte forced herself to remain still, body resting against sombra's side. her hands clutched at the sleeves of her light pink jacket. "i want to be myself. . . you're right. i can smile."
He reached out as she raced up the stairs but hesitated. He wanted to tell her that it was okay, that she didn't ruin anything, but something stilled his response; perhaps the heat was getting to him? He'll tell her when she returns anyways. โ
ใ My powers have two different sourcesโฆI just rarely use these unless itโs absolutely necessary. But I understand where youโre cominโ from. . . . Iโ didnโt mean to ruin the vibe. Iโll up the ac. ใ โช With slightly quicker steps, she ascended the stairs. โซ โ
In truth, the ultimate prototype wasn't here for any mission his employers may have had; rather, he was taking a break, enjoying the night air, feeling the cool breeze through his quills. โ
oughta be throw his way.
He blinked. " I see. Looking away for a brief moment before fully turning to face her. He didn't wish to cause further unease. " Perhaps I misspoken. I didn't mean it like that... " Though he tried to remain calm, his quills betrayed him, his own rising anxiety flaring like before. โ
โ โช Edge stiffened, eyes sharpening slightly. But it wasnโt directed towards him, but of the words spoken. โซ ใ I donโt think it isโฆIโve never been proud of this side of me. It just reminds me of who I used to be. ใ โ
" Oh. " He paused for a moment, eyes still fixed on Edge but, seemingly, to look past her, then at her. " It's... Not uncommon for dark forces to be drawn to each other. I suppose it's nice in a strange way that even your powers can steer the dark serpent. "โ
โ โช The manner in which he spoke made her pause for a moment, then she quietly sighed. She wasnโt sure if this dark side of her powers would deter him. โซ ใ My powersโฆ Did they clash with yours? ใ โ
He glanced at her through his peripherals immediately catching her behavior. " You, okay...? ' he responded in a calm yet subtly soft manner.
โ ใ Sombra. ใ โช Her voice came out less strong and more uncertain, not moving from her spot as eye contact wandered. Edgeโs legs simply refused to move, so she crossed her arms to stop any unnecessary fidgeting. โซ โ
Heavy boots landed with a thud as Sombra stood tall, having previously crouched. Reptilian slit pupils keenly scanned the room, noting the Gothic punk inspired elements and the old, lived in feeling the home gave. โ
also smelled faintly of cedar. It took the Rabbid longer to go through the portal, normally being the type to follow immediately after. However, when she did, her expression carried something akin to nervousness as the portal slowly closed, eyes shifting back to normal. โซ โ
His gaze is drawn to the inky black portal at his feet, and for a moment, he feels something dark twist in him, which makes his quills flare and a chill roll down his spine. Thickly he swallows and breathes before leaping into the dark opening. It's nothing to worry over; he can trust Edge.
โ โช Calmly pointing towards the ground, a dark portal slowly opening up with a rather ominous hum. Even her eyes momentarily turned amber. โซ ใ Hop in, Iโll get our jackets. ใ โ
A hand presses against her cheek, drawing her gaze back to him. " I'm not asking for you to change. I want you to be happy, be yourself. A genuine smile is the best thing one could offer; its value cannot be simply measured. " With a thumb, he begins to wipe the tears from his eyes
". . . .i'm not very important. i don't have to be thought of like that. i like to think my happiness isn't that . . . valued," charlotte mumbled, brown hues turning downward sadly. "i-- i'm not pretty or cool like the other variants. they despise me. other than DB. she's nice to me."
Glancing up at the wabbit, he returned a smile. " Yeah. "
โ โช A small smile. โซ ใ Wanna go to my place for a lil? Itโs apparently chilly to any visitors. ใ โ
An ear flick as he recognizes the voice. " Mhm. " Heat like this makes him almost want the controlled environment of the ark.
โ โช Sitting on said high branch, her own jacketโs off! Sheโs got a couple of scars herself, all from battles. The warrior had well defined muscles also. โซ ใ You too? ใ โ
He throws his jacket on a high branch, too hot to wear it now. Scars cover most of his shoulders, and on his back, they look almost surgical.
โฆwhere the fuck am Iโ [COSMIC DARK SONIC(cj)JOINS PARODY SKY]
There was something in the distance... From where the white hedgehogs stood, it looked like a speck on the horizon, but on closer inspection, it appeared to be getting bigger. Was that a dust cloud or an approaching storm...?
He was thinking maybe nobody would be out this early, and he didn't have to put on his facade.
Another reassuring squeeze. " ...You don't deserve that. Just because your happy doesn't mean they should take that. " He said, giving a soft smile.
"that's okay. i'm considered a fraud among the other variants due to my personality and things that are outside of my control. i -- i think she might have wanted me to hurt emotionally. she's always been mean to me," charlotte whispered sadly in response.
He squeezed her hand in a reassuring gesture. " ...I suppose I didn't want to be there either...? She tried to hide it, but I could feel the disdain she had for you and that, well? The door shouldn't have been unlocked... "
the blonde sol hedgehog took a shaky deep breath, inching closer to him and huddling against his side. still trembling like a leaf, but not as violently as before. charlotte thought for a moment. "but. . . . you took us away from there. i'm confused."
[catches her but falls immediately.] ...Ow...
( THROWING HERSELF AT HIM )
He stood there for a moment before taking one of her hands into his and sitting on the couch beside her. โ
immediately sitting up and putting her arms out, beckoning him to approach again. charlotte probably should not be alone at the moment. her tone was soft and gently pleading. "don't go-- . . .. i -- i don't want to be alone. please," the sol hedgehog whispered, fingers twitching.
With a small nod, teal light enveloped the room, and once it faded. The indigo and blond hedgehog was gone. Once in the blond hedgehog's home. Sombra walked over to the couch and gently placed her down.
a very timid little nod. charlotte placed her head on his shoulder, letting droplets stream down her face. the blonde sol hedgehog visibly relaxed in his hold. "yes. can we go home? please? i want to go home," was her shaky response, tears falling still.
Wordlessly, he leans down to pick her up and hold her close. " I'm... not, and neither are you... " He was tender and soft with his words. " ...Do... you want to go home...? "
tears were streaming down her face, bright brown eyes sparkling with the shedding droplets. charlotte slowly turned to him, continuing to tremble like a leaf. "i -- i'm okay. are you okay," she inquired with a shaky tone.
" ...Don't tell me what to do. " Without any further discussion or glances, he walked towards Charlotte, only to stop a pace away. " ... Charlotte...? " He called, voice slightly above a whisper.
anti remained silent, watching charlotte shake nervously like a leaf. there was no contempt or anger towards sombra; instead it was directed at the sol hedgehog briefly before dull brown hues were averted once more. "go to her," the former assassin muttered, lids lowering and brows furrowed.