Sonic the Hedgehog Anthology

I Am Enough

This story is about my character Jake The Cockatoo and my best friend's character Arin The Wolf. Link's are provided below.

Jake's Link: https://aminoapps.com/c/sonic/page/item/jake-the-cockatoo/J8GM_V0lTMIrgxDm6DEN4KQWalw5kzow4o7

Arin's Link: https://aminoapps.com/c/sonic/page/user/arin-the-wolf/qk7D_jNKhYfwB73emN4bl357R5R7qjmJpP0Fg

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The sky was a nice shade of blue. Trees were glowing with the autumn colors I love so much. Leaves were lightly pushed by the wind and it felt relaxing with the breeze going through my feathers. My road throughout life hasn't led me to that much, but I was willing to soak in everything I did come across. I've lived with no worries. My mind has been mellow and relaxed. I couldn't even imagine what it felt like being sad at all. Life went by one day at a time and while it hasn't been very eventful, it has allowed me to feel nothing but peace and tranquility.

I still remember when I first decided to leave home and journey the world. I was so scared. My mind would go insane just thinking about some stuff that may happen out there. I had to grit my teeth and do it eventually. As time went on, I became more and more comfortable. I've felt guilty for needing others to help me sometimes and now I slowly felt like my own person in due time. I've always felt too scared to do anything with myself and me finding my own way was the first step to throwing away my fears. I know how cruel the world can be, I've experienced it already, but I'll take the abuse if it means I'll only get better. After all, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger.

I continued down the path with the multicolored trees standing tall on both sides. I could spot a city coming closer to me. It reminded me of Station Square, even though I didn't live directly within the city. It had tall buildings just like Station Square. The only thing missing was the coast next to it. Instead, there was just more city. I could feel a sensation of worry growing within me. I was a bit tingly and I tried to calm myself. I looked up to the sky and thought about the places I'd see in that city miles ahead of me. I thought about how cool I thought Station Square was and told myself that this place will be just as cool. I also tell myself that my worries will be gone as soon as I enter the place since that's usually what happens to me with things like this.

My attention was broken when my face got covered. The sky was blocked out and I could hardly see the shine of the sun. I grab what I find out to be a stray newspaper. I was both annoyed and amused considering that the one place it ended up at was my face. It was torn and wrinkled slightly. It felt smooth but also rough to the touch. I was about to toss it until a headline caught my eye. I held the paper closer and read it in my head.

Dr. Eggman Thwarted Again By Sonic The Hedgehog

I looked at the article and cracked a small smile. Sonic the Hedgehog. I wonder how different the world would be without him. He's part of the reason why we can live our lives. He fights for our freedom every day. Despite his attitude, he can be a real hero to all of us. Who wouldn't wanna be him? My smile fades and my heart sits still. He is amazing, isn't he? He's done a lot for us. He keeps us safe. Everyone knows him...

I look away from the article. I scrunch up the paper and toss it to the side. I hold my breath and try to clear my mind. I can feel my spirit sinking and my heart slouching. I try to dismiss anything that may dampen my mood. Things will be fine. I'm my own person and so is Sonic. I shouldn't compare myself to anyone. I make my own story and I'm continuing it here. I'm sure I have something great to look forward to, I just have to. I keep going, leaving the crumpled up newspaper in the dust. I was drawing near the city, almost forgetting what I had thought about earlier. I was greeted with a sight for sore eyes.