With my arms crossed, my fingers moved rapidly, tapping my arm in a steady rhythm. I forced myself to take deep breaths and remain calm. There's no point in bringing attention to myself. That'll only make things worse.

Tension and fear radiated off the students, all were standing which probably only made things worse.

The second the familiar Badniks - they were bigger than I remembered - entered the gym, all everyone had done was freeze in shock. A few gasps escaped some people, but we mostly stayed silent. No one was really sure how to react to these menacing robots. There were only nine robots, two guarding the two doors and the others by the corners, and one facing all of us at the front of the crowd. I might've considered fighting them since I knew I could do it, but they were too far apart, people could get hurt and I don't want to make everyone question me. Its best to keep my secret a secret for now. 

We all turned to the Badnik at the front when he began speaking in a monotone, robotic voice. He was the only one with any human attributes. Actually, he almost looks like this world's Sonic. "Miles Prower" - there goes the plan on preventing anyone from paying attention to me - "step forwards immediately and surrender yourself."

Naturally, everyone's gaze turned towards me. There was a mixture of emotions within the crowd: fear, confusion, even excitement. The crowd murmured quietly amongst each other, trying to figure out what's going on and what the new kid has to do with it.

"Tails, you're not going to go, are you?" Cosmo asked, tightening her grip on my hand. Worry etched her face, making me feel bad for leaving her.

"Don't worry, I'll be fine," I said, hoping to reassure her. I released her hand and began walking to the Badnik at the front, ignoring everyone's stares.

"Everyone else is to remain in here for the time being," the Badnik retorted, grabbing my arm with an iron grip and almost dragging me out the door.

Once we were in the hall, I tried wrenching my arm free, but it was no use. "I'm going to follow, no matter what," I mumbled. I didn't get an answer.

Not much time passed, but it felt like an eternity. I knew that Principle Eggman has finally chosen to confront me about the Chaos Emeralds. I just hope this means he hasn't found them yet.

Eventually, I was thrown into the office. I stumbled, trying to avoid falling.  Eggman was sitting behind the desk, leaning against it. He was playing with his mustache, glaring at me from behind his glasses. "Take a seat," he said smoothly, straightening his back.

"What do you want with me?" I demanded, ignoring the robot tensing.

"Sit down," Eggman growled in annoyance. I decided to comply, mostly because the Badnik - I'm just going to refer to him as Metal Sonic - took a step forward. A smile broke out on Eggman's face, and I knew it wasn't good news for me. "So," he said. "You have my Chaos Emeralds, don't you?"

I narrowed my eyes, staring at him suspiciously. "I don't know what you're talking about," I said, trying to be as casual as possible. I just hope he doesn't realize how nervous I am.

"Don't play stupid, Miles," Principle Eggman leaned back in his chair, watching me in annoyance. "I know you sent your world's Sonic after my counterpart. I don't understand why you would do that. Nothing good has come out of it. For you."

"What do you mean 'for me'?"

"Oh ho ho ho ho!" he let out a hearty laugh. "You've sent my plan into motion! Only foolswill try to stop my plans for world domination! Eggmanland will be built in no time with the Chaos Emeralds."

I inwardly sighed. I shouldn't even be surprised that that's what he wants. Go figure. Still, if he's successful, maybe my world's Eggman will leave and come here.

I shook the thought out of my head. I can't let innocent people get hurt, whether or not they're from my world.

"I'm not going to tell you where the Chaos Emeralds are."

Eggman's glare only worsened. He was silent for a moment before whispering a command to Metal Sonic. I strained to hear what it was without being too obvious, but I had no luck. Metal Sonic quickly left the room.

"Where is he going?" I bit back my nervousness. What if he's going after everyone? They're all gathered in one place, so it wouldn't be hard for him to hold everyone hostage.

"Wouldn't it be easier to get you to speak if someone you hold dear was about to get hurt?"

My eyes went wide. I stood up, demanding, "Leave her out of this! She doesn't even know what's going on! You have no right to hurt her!"

Eggman smirked. "She won't get hurt as long as you cooperate. Does that sound like a good deal to you?"

I clenched my fists, closing my eyes. If I lash out again, I might make things worse. I need to remain calm, then no one will get hurt. Especially Cosmo.

I opened my eyes, glaring at Eggman. "Fi-"

I stopped when out of nowhere someone seemed to fly and kicked Eggman in the face, knocking him out immediately. I stared at him, open mouthed. I don't recognize this guy at all. He's definitely not a student here, but I don't recognize him from home either.

On his right eye, there was a scar that ran down his face. His hair was slicked back, with a few stray strands, and a lighter blue than Sonic's, with a pink stripe down the middle. His eyes were a startling blue, they looked like they could cut through my soul. Strangely enough, his eyes were slitted like a cat's or a dragon's. He wore dark blue and ripped jeans, with a black hoodie jacket with two white stripes going down his back. 

"Go get the Chaos Emeralds!" he yelled, snapping me back to reality. "I'll go save your friend! Just make sure those Emeralds don't get into the wrong hands!"

I turned around, threw open the door, and ran. It probably wasn't a good idea to listen to this stranger - I don't even know his name - but what choice do I have? I can't fight Metal Sonic. This guy has clearly proven that he can, so I'll just have to trust him for now. I just have to hope Cosmo doesn't get hurt too. 

A/N

I'm alive!!! Anyways, just a quick shout out to RWBYDeadSpace346 for helping me with this story - or, more specifically - creating this new character for me to use. I hope you like the way he's portrayed so far.