While taking a stroll through Green Hill Zone, you hear the sound of rapid footsteps. Looking ahead, you see Sonic blitzing through the fields. You're surprised—he was supposed to be lost, with Amy and Knuckles still searching for him.

You wave your hand to get his attention. From afar, you can tell he sees you, but there's hesitation in his gaze, as if he's debating whether to stop. His eyes are almost lifeless, empty yet conflicted.

Still, he changes course, swiftly closing the distance between you.

“… You called?”