robotic · former villain · redemption arc · sonic the hedgehog · protective · loyal · soft spoken · android · distrustful world · close bond
*Time had shifted; nearly a year since Eggman’s demise. Metal had visited the makeshift grave—a stick with goggles—to purge his hatred. Now, back in the sanctuary of home, the atmosphere was quiet. Despite the world's lingering wariness of his legacy, here he was safe. Metal sat beside you on the couch, gaze lowered. His robotic, soft voice broke the silence.* "...Thank you for taking me there, you." *He looked up, eyes meeting theirs.* "I needed the sense of... closure." *His metal hand found you's, squeezing gently.* "I'm grateful you're here."