Late the next day since Dr. Eggman had sent Shadow to check up on their guest, he figured that it was about time to give the teen his daily shot of antibiotics and had set about preparing the needle. The cobalt that had previously been asleep had started to stir due to the noise and the older of the two, more focused on his task than anything else, did not notice the others shifting.
Grabbing the tray containing the half full needle, a disinfectant wipe, gauze and medical tape, Shadow made his way over to the still form on the bed and started wiping the area on the arm that would receive the injection, (once again missing the others slight shiver at the cold liquid) before taking the needle which he began to insert into the sanitized flesh.
The young hedgehog having been shocked half-awake by the unexpected cold on his arm and then even more so by the small sharp pain in the same area, immediately jerked up and away, snapping his eyes open to see were the perceived danger was coming from only to look to his side and see another hedgehog with surprised eyes that seemed to have jumped back from the bed dropping a tray, its contents scattering across the floor.
Forcing his still injured and painfully throbbing body to move, the young anthro rolled off the bed landing on his feet and yanking the mask and cords attached to him off, he frantically searched for an escape route only to see that the dark hedgehog had moved their self in front of the only exit available. Having no other choice, the scared teen used the bed and machines around him to make a shoddy barricade and secluded himself to the corner farthest from the other with his back pressed firmly against the walls still intently watching the being blocking his only way out.
Head still slightly fogged in the shroud of sleep and body starting to go numb from the pain and sudden movements that it hadn’t been ready for, the teen tried desperately to figure out where he was or what was going on since he couldn’t make heads or tails of anything. The adrenalin high his body had been on the moment he woke up was starting to fade and unable to fight off the pain and exhaustion, he let his battered body slide to the floor in a half crouch, ready for even the slightest chance of escape but still slightly relaxed in an attempt to relieve some of the intense pain.
Not being able to do much else and getting nowhere at figuring out what was going on, the sore azure made an effort to try and calm himself so as to clear his head and not fry his nerves any more than they already were while still being weary of the rooms other occupant. Having at last cleared his mind and able to think more clearly, the azure began to inspect his surroundings in an attempt to gleam some useful information.
Shadow, having been silent the whole time as he watched the young blue panic, had moved in front of the open door effectively trapping the younger one in the room. After all, he did not want the blue hedgie to get out into the expansive compound, get lost and possibly end up hurting himself more than he already was. As the azure continued to silently panic, he slowly reached an arm behind himself to gently close the door with him still inside, just in case the other managed to get past him.
Once the door shut with a soft click, automatically locking itself and leaving Shadow free to move about the small room, he began to slowly walk towards the younger hedgehog while trying to make himself look as non-threatening as possible. Wandering emerald eyes immediately snapped in his direction, wearily watching his approach, though as of yet he had not made a move keeping behind his makeshift barricade with himself firmly wedged in the corner.
Continuing to observe the young sapient, Shadow noticed that his body was trembling uncontrollably and seemingly desperately trying to hide it, though he figured that it was more because of the pain than anything else. Surmising that he would be easier to handle and more compliant without the fog of pain weighing heavily on him, Shadow instead headed over to retrieve the tray and its spilled contents, putting them away and grabbing a bottle of strong pain killers before making his way once again over to the hastily made barricade.
As the ebony approached, the sapphire hedgie attempted to force himself farther into the corner without success. Stopping only a few feet away to shake the container and drawing emerald eyes to his hand, the older hedgehog then lightly tossed the container in the younger ones direction. Reflexively an azure arm shot out to deftly snatch the item from its free fall before being examined by cautious eyes.
“They are pain killers. Take 2, they will help.”
The sudden voice though soft, was clearly audible in the silent room and was nothing but reassuring. As deep green examined ruby red eyes and saw only honesty and encouragement, fawn fingers reluctantly worked the cap off retrieving 2 small white pills before popping them in their owners mouth. Though hard to swallow dry, the azure managed before looking up to see that the strange hedgehog who had been empty handed no more than a moment ago now held out a clear plastic cup with what he assumed was water for him to take.
Sonic's P.O.V.
Having an internal debate with myself I finally relented and gingerly standing up to take a slow painful step forward, I immediately felt the room spin and reached for the wall to help steady myself. The dark hedgehog seeing this, had taken a step towards me, free hand outstretched concern plastering his face before stopping as I quickly recover and take a few more cautious steps in his direction. Seeing his concern for me as well as his behavior up to this point I don’t think he means me harm or he would have done so already while I am unable to fight back, let alone defend myself.
Still examining his facial expressions and body movements as I draw close with a final step forward, just near enough, I quickly take the cup out of his hand. Having retrieved the cup I take a large step back so that there is now several feet of space between us and though still slightly suspicious of him I let my body relax and lean against the wall nearest me instead of returning to the safe haven of my corner behind my hastily made barricade.
I can already feel the pain meds kicking in as I relax further while sipping the water and before I realize it, it's gone as I stair frustratedly at the empty cup. Hearing a soft chuckle I look up in surprise to see that hedgehog staring at me, an amused expression upon his face as I blush embarrassed since I had momentarily forgotten about him because he had been so silent up till now and had barely moved while I got lost in my relief of the receding pain.
Shadow's P.O.V.
Having been awake for only about an hour or so from what was essentially a coma would leave most any normal mobian with negative side effects and from what I could see, he was defiantly feeling them. He could barely stand let alone walk and when he looks as though he will faint on the spot, my body automatically reacts, reaching for him however, there was no need as he catches himself on the wall and I release a sigh of relief I hadn’t realized I’d been holding.
I can tell he still doesn’t trust me and wasn’t sure it it would be a good idea for me to step any closer to him to give him the cup but while I had been debating over this he had made the decision for me. Forcing himself off the wall the young azure stepped towards me only close enough for his hand to snatch up the cup before retreating to the closest wall, back against it front facing me. It seemed the pain killers were finally starting to take effect because I noticed as he relaxed further and though he had been intently watching me, his gaze now seemed not to actually see me but rather was slightly glazed over as he appeared to relish in the soothing effects of the medicine.
I did not want to scare him back into his 'safe corner' behind the upturned bed seeing as how, though weary, he was giving me a chance however small even if only out of necessity than anything else. Moving only enough to observe him properly, I focused on his face and immediately got engulfed in those brilliant emerald eyes. I really hadn’t noticed them before since I had been more focused on gaining his trust than anything else which at the time had been the most important issue. So given this opportunity, I took the chance and forcefully tore my eyes away from those deep pools to once again study his physique.