Chapter 120 - Sacrifices Must be Made

The fight wasnt much. Ekyt and his team had it down. Until the arrival of Ekyts chief enemy showed. The Dark Legion had returned. And Kragok and Lien-Da had decided it was time to end Ekyts tenure. Instantly, hundreds, maybe thousands of Echidnas, all armed surrounded the small group. Linda-Su was safely hidden, but the others were caught. Ekyt stepped forward. We meet again. Kragok sneered. Yeah, you know me, resilient. Ekyt commented coolly. Stuff it. Kragok snarled. You know, youre like a turd that just wont flush Kragok. As for your sister there, shes, well.. how do I put this nicely.. Shes kinda like a mosquitoes, ugly, annoying, probably serves some purpose but nobody knows. Anyway, lets deal, like usual. As you can see, the guardian isnt here. Just me. So, you let my crew go, you get me. You think Ill fall for that? Youll get rescued at the last minute, like always. Lien-Da spoke up. Since all my friends, save for these, are dead, then that would be unlikely. How did my sister meet her fate? Kragok asked, interested. She was killed by the brotherhood. Too bad. Oh well. Your time is up. No last requests this time. Kragok pulled out his proton gun. Ekyt stepped forward, so only he would get hit. Noble to the end? Very well.. Perhaps Ill help you lose some of that attitude.. I dont have attitude Kragok. I wish I did. People with attitude always seem to get away. But I get ostracized for everything. So go ahead, shoot. You know I wont move, you might shoot one of my few remaining friends. Give me ten seconds to say goodbye, then you can take your shot, then they leave. Keep in mind, youve killed me before, and Ive come back. So youd better live up to your end of the bargain. 
Youre not gonna do it are you? Eden asked anxiously. I have no choice. Listen, all of you. Colin is the official leader. My last order is bring Linda-Su back to the floating Island alive. And do not come back for me. I dont want any of you to see what they do with their dead.. Ekyt steered Colin away. Its all up to you bud. Keep the group together. Whats gonna happen to you? Colin asked. You dont wanna know. Ekyt, my parents are dead. They died from inhaling the smoke from the fire. I only lived because of you and Linda. I can handle it. Tell me! Ekyt sighed, but guessed Colin was old enough to know. Theyre gonna shoot me, hang me, then leave. I know what youre thinking, and I dont want you to come back here and give me a proper burial or anything like that. Just notify King Acorn of my death. Ekyt paused for a moment, letting the twelve-year-old hug him. Youre like the brother I never had Colin. Or the son Ill never get to raise. He gave him a brief smile, shook hands with the Tails and Mitch, hugged Amy and Eden, and paused before Tiffany. Thanks for the save. He told her. A lot of good it did you. She said somberly. Hey, you think Im not gonna go out with a bang? Relax. As soon as he pulls the trigger, chaos control everyone out of here. With what? They took my emerald! Ekyt handed her his ring. Get them out of here. He hugged her, then walked back. Alright. Take your shot. I assume your going to hang me after? No, were not taking any chances, were gonna kill you. Ekyt punched him in the face. So, Im not worth the extra effort? Hey, check this out! He kissed Lien-Da, then tossed her into a group of soldiers. So take your shot wise guy! Ekyt taunted. Kragok aimed. Youve been a formidable enemy. Kragok sneered. BANG! But not formidable enough. Good Riddance.

Crying slightly, Tiffany mumbled Chaos Control and the group disappeared. As for Ekyt, no miracles were to be found. The bullet had pierced him between the eyes. Dead on impact. It was a picture Colin could scarcely forget. To him, it was the passing of a mentor, a brother, a leader, a friend. He swore that he would get revenge.

Sire, a Master Colin here to see you. The guard, Paul the raccoon informed him. A fan? Let him in. The King stood up to greet his subject. Colin walked firmly in the room. Ah, young Colin, what brings you here? King Acorn asked. A death notice sire. The child sounded lifeless, he noted. But cold. It happened with death. And whose death is it? the King asked kindly. You might know him sire. Watch your tone lad. I understand youre upset. Now, tell me who died, and how. Ekyt, murdered by the Dark Legion. The King sat down hard.  What on Mobius happened. Im not going to say sir. I will tell you that the bullet he took was your kingdom. Nonsense! He hated me! Wrong sire. You hated him. He wanted to help, and you shunned it. WATCH YOUR TONE! King Acorn roared. YOU AS GOOD AS KILLED HIM! Colin snarled back. He told me to tell you. And this is how you receive the news, how you react. Thought for you to consider, your majesty: How will your kids take the news? Or Sonic? Colin stamped out of the room.

Linda-Su was inconsolable. I cant believe it! Some guardian I am, I cant even guard the love of my life! she openly cried. Tiffany tried to comfort her. Its not your fault! Linda got up, but was forced to sit back down because of her leg. Tiffanys right. You had nothing to do with it. Eden said calmly, reassuring her. Curse the brotherhood! They as good as pulled that trigger! When they banished him, they tore his heart out!

Ekyt sat up. The familiar red area of the echidna after life greeted him. Welcome back! Aurora said, kissing his cheek. Yeah. I know Im not going anywhere this time. Well, brother Athair and Grandfather Hawking wish to see you before you make any rash decisions. She smiled. I lost this one Aurora. Maybe not. They might have a solution for you. Indeed we do Ekyt. Grandfather Hawking and Athair, strode forward. I have talked with my grandson, you know him as Locke. Yeah, what about him. Ekyt asked angrily. Then stopped. Im sorry. You were saying. You have merit. Our solution is unorthodox to say the least, but you have at least earned the chance. You just have to agree to one thing..


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