[Shadow is absolutely right, this is at least chance 4. Sonic's not going to admit it, though.]

Look, I know better than anyone how big an ask this is. This isn't like being back home, though. He's starting at zero just like us. He has no choice but to cooperate with people-- to help people, if he wants to make any progress as long as we're here. I know it's a long shot, but maybe it'll be enough to kickstart whatever part of his brain actually wanted to be that guy! I know it probably won't happen, but it's not impossible. I've seen it with my own eyes, Shadow, I wouldn't believe it myself either if I hadn't.