Hello! And welcome to ERCM II: The Troubles of life! There are just a few things I need to address for this story: This is a direct continuation of ERCM (the Enhanced Research Center of Mobius.) If you haven't read ERCM, I would highly recommend reading that first, otherwise these chapters may not make much sense. I'm so glad you've decided to stick with me, each chapter will at least be 1K! Now, here are some things…

Important characters and details:

Shadow: The ultimate life form.Shadow was kidnapped and is recovering with a busted knee from a horrific sex trafficking plot. Even though he still suffers from PTSD and panic attacks, he has been slowly recovering. His legal guardians are both Sonic and Malcom by joint custody. Based upon the last chapters, he was attacked and almost kidnapped by Able. He managed to fight her off by stabbing her. After a major panic attack, he was taken back to the research center for monitoring. He will return in two to three days within the story line.

Sonic: Sonic is the Mobius' greatest hero and Shadow's main legal guardian; he cares for Shadow around the clock in his time of need, and he has become protective over him. Based upon the last chapters, after sending Shadow away with Malcom, Sonic has proceeded to investigate Able. It seems like the GUN Commander is up to something. Even though he's a hero, Sonic has a bit of a temper. And based upon the last chapters, the current kidnaping attempt of Shadow has left Sonic's temper in a bad spot. He wants to keep Able at the house so he can lure in GUN to get answers.

Malcom (OC): Malcom is the CEO and head doctor/ psychiatrist at the research center. He has taken it upon himself to become Shadow's full-time doctor and secondary legal guardian. Malcom is the best in his field, and has worked with many patients like Shadow before, however, Shadow is a special case. He has informed Sonic, who has followed his orders, to not tell anyone that Shadow has been found to avoid any additional stress to Shadow's health. Based upon the last chapters, he is currently monitoring Shadow for two to three days to make sure the recent kidnapping attempt didn't scare him too badly.

Able (OC): A timid and nervous GUN scientist. She was sent personally by the GUN Commander to bring Shadow back to work. Based upon the last chapters, her plan was foiled when Shadow fought her off. She is just as in the dark as everyone else is about what the Commanders plans are, and is currently healing from a stab wound to the stomach. No one trusts her, she isn't sure if she can even trust herself.

GUN Commander, Tower: The Commander and chief of all GUN forces. Based upon the last chapters, he has discovered that Shadow is alive, and he wants Shadow to come back into work…but why? He forces Able to retrieve him and has not yet heard back from her, his current motives are unknown.

Amy: One of Sonic's good friends. She helps Sonic, Tails, and Shadow around in the house. She often tends to Shadow's gardens and is more willing to make a decision if Sonic is around. Based upon the last chapters, she is left shaken about what had happened. She's angry and upset, she is unsure and worried about Shadow as well.

Tails: Sonic's kid brother and inventor. He often makes and manages the security, computers, and other high-tech items at the house. He has even built Shadow a private computer room of he feels like working. Based upon the last chapters, Tails is very disappointed in Able's actions, he doesn't know how to feel about Able personally, as she is in the dark as much as they are.

Knuckles: Guardian to the master emerald. He is known for his short temper and urge to get things done quickly, although he has had a disagreement with Shadow, he is still determined to help. He pops in occasionally to see how everyone is doing. He wasn't around the time of the attempted kidnapping.

Eggman: Mad scientist and inventor. After hearing of Shadow's disappearance, he briefly helped in the search for him as he technically considers Shadow 'family'. But once he realized that Sonic gave up on him in an effort to find Shadow, he has been quiet. Based upon the last chapters he had planned a small attack on the city, but only to be beat by Sonic and his friends. His current motives are unknown.

Warnings:

This is M (18+) for a reason! Viewer digression is advised! If you are uncomfortable with blood, swearing, possible character death, or dark themes, leave now. It isn't my intention to hurt anyone's feelings, but if you are unhappy with the story, I advise you to read something else. Also I. DO. NOT. ROLEPLAY. Too many bad experiences. This story is heavy phycological.

Now that the information and summery is out of the way, enjoy ERCM II: The troubles of life!