Okay… how do I put this?
I'm so sorry for not updating! Sorry!
I swear, Writer's Block is doing my head in! If you must chuck Tomatoes, go ahead and do it! I'll be using Shadow as a body-shield!
Shadow: *Glares*
UH…. Knuckles THEN!
Knuckles: What?!
Um…. Never mind for the moment….
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Disclaimer: I do not own Sonic the Hedgehog, or any other related characters; all of which go to SEGA.
It was dark. Too dark for some. Luckily, the intruder's eyes were more adjusted to the blackness than the light of day. White fur flashed past a corner, as robots patrolled the palace-like base. The alarms remained inactive, as the trespasser didn't seem to leave a single step behind. The figure somersaulted in the shadows, leaving nothing more than a mere gust of wind. There was no evidence that she was even here. The lights about the corridors flickered faintly, as a computer room was in the anthro's sights. She grimaced for a moment, and snapped her fingers quietly. Guards were patrolling just outside the door.
"Drat! I'll have to find another way in…." She muttered, as her hands became glued to the robotic walls, her eyes searching for the nearby source of entry. The robots patrolled past, not noticing a single movement made by the outsider. They seemed a lot more dull and stupid than their creator intended. Her hands continued being glued to the wall, as she flashed a glance upwards, feeling a small breeze on her white fur. High above her head was an air conditioning mechanism, in other words, an air vent. She gave a small smirk, and whispered, "Bingo." She gave a quick jump into the air, and grabbed a nearby border, using it as a ledge. With one hand, she pulled out a small tool. Within a snap, the air vent vanished, and she leapt inside the vent, brushing her hands together, and admiring her handy work. She carefully placed the lid on the ground below her, unbeknownst by any nearby soldiers. Then, all she had to do, was crawl. "Pah. This is a snap!" She muttered under her breath, while crawling through the dusty tunnels.
The outline of the bat continued crawling through the air vent, disliking the amount of dust inside it. She gave a 'blech' sound, while shaking her head in disgust. Finally, she reached the end of the tunnel, where rays were coming in from yet another hatch. She gave a smile, and crawled up to it, finally glad to be rid of the dust bunnies living in there. After unscrewing the hatch, she pushed the lid to the ground, and jumped out of the hollow hole moments later. Dusting herself off, she glanced about the room, seeing a rather large computer sitting there, scanning information. Delighted for a challenge, she cracked her knuckles as she stepped forward, eyeing the machine with a mischievous glint in her blue eyes.
"Now…. Let's see what Eggy's been up to…." She murmured, as a small, sly smile stretched across her muzzle. She placed her finger on a button, causing a password box to appear on the screen.
'PASSWORD REQUIRED! PASSWORD REQUIRED! RESTRICTED! RESTRICTED!'
"Hah. Figuring out that password will be as easy as pie." She tapped a few more letters on the keyboard, which spelled out, 'E.G.G.M.A.N'.
'PASSWORD ACCEPTED! PASSWORD ACCEPTED! WELCOME, MASTER EGGMAN.'
"Ugh, what a horrible choice of letters to use for a password." The albino bat rolled her eyes, before turning her attention back to the screen. She scanned each file with her eyes, looking for something of interest. Something sparked excitement in her eyes, as she flashed a look at the file in the corner, labeled, 'Diaries'. 'Trust Eggy to write a journal.' After that thought, she clicked on the file. Yet again, another password was needed. "Hm… Must be juicy then." She murmured, placing her hand on her muzzle while typing in the password with the other. It seemed, however, that this password wasn't the same one used to enter the browsing area.
'PASSWORD INCORRECT. PASSWORD INCORRECT. PASSWORD CONSISTS OF NUMBERS. PASSWORD CONSISTS OF NUMBERS. PLEASE TRY AGAIN.'
"Gee, pally, I'm not deaf. I can hear you, ya' know." She typed in some digits, only to find, they, too, failed. She folded her arms and grunted in frustration, then, something clicked in her mind. As a last ditch effort, she typed in, '3995'.
'PASSWORD ACCEPTED! PASSWORD ACCEPTED!'
"What can I say? It needed a woman's touch." The anthro stated, giving a sly wink to the readers. She stretched her arms and cracked her knuckles, before clicking on one of the entries. "Let's have a looky then…"
20th of January, Year X
Finally! The time for that blasted hedgehog's demise is near! Oh, I've waited a long time for this…. A VERY LONG TIME! The pest will never know what hit him! Already, multiple allies will be turning against him! The planet will truly become mine once that pesky hedgehog is out of the way! OH, HO, HO, HO, HO!
Over the last few days, I've been tinkering with the invention, although, there are some unexplained side effects, which were shown several months earlier. This resulted in another member of the resistance gaining a new ability…. THE BLASTED INVENTION FAILED TO WORK! Currently, I keep catching that piece of scrap metal, Cubot, spilling coffee on the machine. That's why it malfunctioned. I intend make a change to that idiot….
As I know, there are many others still wondering free in the remaining cities, refusing to accept the fate I kindly hand out to them. That's why I created the 'rehabilitation' plan. Multiple robots will be sent out, searching for any of those resisting, because it seems the beam didn't affect every single being on the planet… unfortunately. Tracking them down will be like taking candy from a baby! Then, their freewill will no longer be theirs to temper with! A brilliant plan, if I must say so myself! I plan to…
The reader stopped reading then and there. The information was far too… horrid to even picture, let alone read. She closed the file and sighed, feeling slightly disturbed.
This is what Eggman had been planning?
To take away others' lives?
It was wrong.
Far more wrong than she imagined.
Ignoring that, she decided to see if the 'rehabilitation' plan was actually in progress… or working. And with that, she clicked the 'Reports' button.
10th of February, Year X
Subject has shown various amounts of vicious attitudes towards anyone that trifles with it. It seems quite rebellious towards anyone, untrusting to allies, and other such nonsense. Multiple death threats have been made, despite the many orders which were submitted to it to back down. Theory is, that the prototype isn't working all that well.
It fails to follow comprehensible commands at this moment in time, and seems violent to any communication. Although it never speaks sometimes, there's this crazed look in the subject's eyes, showing hints of inner insanity. However, breaking may be in order.
Eyes are blood red, opposed to the natural colour before experimentation. Rebellious it might be, but it still shows signs of the prototype's symptoms (Rarely). For now, it is being labeled as unstable, and somewhat… insane.
11th of February, Year X
Subject has escaped the base with no reason whatsoever, as if it's free will has been completely given back. However, such was taken into consideration, as many things began happening, surrounding the area.
Subject has been sighted murdering Mobians, humans and other animals. It proves to be put down for that moment in time for further observance.
15th of February, Year X
Observed subject has escaped yet again, and has not been seen since.
The bat shuddered.
So, there's some insane animal out there?
Not very comforting.
Feeling some courage build up, she clicked another file, as if searching for some solution.
"Hello, Rouge." Rouge's eyes widened at the screen, as the file was a video clip. The Doctor sat there in his chair, petting his moustache. Glancing at the date, it seemed to have been modified a few days ago.
"What on Earth….?"
"I suppose you're wondering how I know it's you."
"Well, duh, Eggy. Enlighten me, why don't ya'?" She quickly pulled out a disk, hoping to transfer some information for evidence. The circular surface was slotted in, and began copying the files. She then watched the video clip with amusement, just to see how far Eggman's guesses would go.
"No one knows my password…. But knowing you, you already found it out."
"Something tells me Eggman's been busy." Rouge muttered, "He never was the one for vacations…. That's one sneaky scientist…." She folded her arms and narrowed her eyes at the video clip, faint interest filling her irises. Still standing, she glanced about, until her gaze rested on a flashing button. It was flashing red.
"And, with your reputation of sneaking into my business, I'm quite sure you've read at least one of my diary entries."
"Hm. I knew Eggy was up to something…." The bat glanced at the flashing button once more. In her experience, that was bad. She had no idea why she hadn't taken the files, and took off.
Perhaps she was more interested in what the Doctor had to say?
"If my theory is correct, then I'm sure you're quite disturbed. Also, it's very likely you will to deliver the information to the resistance, yes?"
"Even I aren't that snitchy…." She huffed and folded her arms, narrowing her eyes more sternly at the picture. Moving her blue irises to the disk drawer, she eyed the percentage. The copying process seemed to have reached 57%. Biting her lip, the bat continued to listen to the Doctor's rants, as metal footsteps echoed throughout the hallways, just outside the door.
"Sorry, dear Rouge. I can't have you interfering with your usual meddling now, can I?"
"Huh? What is that old fool babbling on about now…?" Glancing at the screen, it showed 73%. 'Drat. I'm in trouble. If I need to bail out, I'll risk losing some valuable data.'
"Currently, by the time this file is opened, robots will be sent to your location. Enjoy the warm welcome while it lasts. OH, HO, HO, HO, HO!" The mad scientist laughed his usual laugh, as the screen fizzled out. The screen went blank, and deleted all the files in the folder, excluding the ones still remaining on the disk. The bat blinked, processing what had just happened.
"Maybe Eggy got bored…."
Rouge ejected the disk drawer quickly, took out the disk and turned to the door behind her, seeing his minion robots standing there.
"Wanna' play, fellas?" The bat leapt into the air, and positioned her feet into a screw shape. Within seconds, she launched it, and kicked the row of robots down with brutal force. Standing over a pile of rubble, she gave a quick smile.
That smile was ripped off her muzzle, when a red blur chucked her against the wall, causing her to moan slightly. She winced one eye open, her wings almost bent. "Watch it, pal!" she yelled, seeing the blur was an animal. Her eyes widened.
"What? Rouge…?"
"What the…? Knuckie…?"
Tails glanced at the area around him, still eyeing the gun restlessly from the corner of his eye. True, he was in danger, but he had a few tricks up his sleeve. And no, he didn't have a sleeve, but it's the saying. His legs may be strained, but his brain wasn't. He gave a fierce frown to the doctor, not at all intimidated. Eyeing the doctor's movements, he backed up against the wall. The gun kept on whirring louder and louder, at a somewhat slow rate.
"There's no hope for you now, Fox Boy!" Eggman began laughing in his chair, pointing at the fox mockingly. After a few moments, the gun was still whirring, causing the scientist to get very irritated. He stared at it as he tapped his fingers on the dashboard impatiently, waiting for it to finally strike.
"WAHOOO! Captain Marine's on 'er way! Onwards to Treasure Isl—"
A character-schemed watercraft suddenly flew in out of nowhere, crashing into the gun and knocking it away. The weapon flew through the air, flying over massive buildings, and, eventually, out of sight.
Eggman's gawp would've reached the floor… literally.
"C'mon, baby! Don't be crashin' out on meh now! WHOOOAAAAA!"
The watercraft landed on the ground, and skidded across the slabs in the city's floor. It bumped a few times, until coming to a slow stop.
Sat on the jet-ski, was an orange and brown raccoon, who scratched her head upon noticing the massive difference between the city, and the tropical jungles. Light, tanned gloves sat on the handles. A green dress blew about gently, shoes to match. The female leapt off her machine, glancing about.
"Well, she'll be apples!" her Australian voice stated, "This don't look like no treasure! No trees, neither! Just loadsa' houses an' stuff. Just ma' day!"
Both Tails and Eggman blinked.
The raccoon's gaze flew around the area, until she saw the familiar-looking, yellow, two-tailed fox, strained and panting. It took a few moments for her to gather who it was. Scratching her head, she tapped her feet, while trying to think who it was. Of course, that was only for a few seconds. Walking closer, realization hit her.
"Tails? That you, mate?"
Tails blinked again, before nodding slowly. 'What's Marine doing here…?'
Peppiness suddenly took over, as she grinned friendlily. "Fancy seein' you here! I was jus' cruising along the ocean, searchin' for adventure, and whaddya' know? I find ya' here! What're you doing on this here island though?"
Tails had bewilderment plastered on his face again.
"Well, never mind that. This sheila ain't seen ya' in a long time, and—CRIKEY!" She seemed somewhat startled, as she waved her arms about, dramatically adding a 'panicked' atmosphere. "It's the mustached weirdo!"
"Uh… yeah." Tails muttered.
"Blimey, mate! What're you waiting for? Ain't ya' gonna' batter 'im or somethin' like that?" She yelped as a robotic fist slammed down, to which she gave a startled jump, dodging to the side. Shaking her fist at the scientist, she stomped, jumping up and down. "Watch what yer' doing there, ya' mustached weirdo! I coulda' been in serious trouble, I coulda'!" Another metal fist slammed down, causing the raccoon to jump about. "As Captain Marine, I order ya' ta' stop this right now!"
Another fist slammed.
Marine dodged.
Another robotic fist slammed down.
Marine dodged… again.
"Bladdy metal rascals! Bleedin' leave meh alone!"
Tails eyed the jet-ski watercraft with slight interest. He gave his legs the command to move, and, to his surprise, they did so. With a little bit of struggling, he managed to make his way towards it, as Eggman seemed far too busy with Marine at the moment to even notice.
'Just a few more steps….'
A growl emitted from behind him.
Tails the Fox stopped dead in his tracks, his shoes glued to the floor.
His heart thumped frantically.
His blue irises moved to the back of his sclera, slowly and cautiously.
His head turned fully.
Glazed over, emerald eyes stared at him, yet the terrifying growl grew behind it's teeth.
Tails' eyes widened, his expression plastered with shock.
"S-S-Sonic…!"
The blue hedgehog began curling up, planning to attack the yellow creature.
"Sonic, p-p-please!"
As the fox braced himself for the impact, closing his eyes as he heard another collision… only this time, it wasn't from Marine.
The eyes opened, seeing the same, ebony hedgehog fighting again. The two hedgehogs kicked and punched, each trying to strike down the other. The black one slipped his foot under the blue one's feet, causing an abrupt slip to take place. However, that only lasted a couple of seconds, before the blue blur leapt to his feet again, lashing out at the rival. Growling was heard yet again, making the fox shudder.
He didn't like this at all.
Without any more hesitation, he stumbled towards the watercraft, seeing escape. He pulled himself onto it, glancing at the controls.
"By strewth, Tails! Ya' could've asked, ya' know?" The raccoon dodged another fist, before being dragged onto her watercraft. To their luck, the hostile machine seemed to flail about, and almost crashed into a nearby building, the mad scientist throwing a tantrum inside. Much to Captain Marine's dismay, she was sat on the back seat. Blue eyes widened at the fox, as the gaze moved quickly towards the ground. "What…? This baby shouldn't be taken on bay! It'll go wreckin' an' jammin' the thing-y-ma-jig!"
"I'll f-f-fix it later…." Tails croaked, worry clearly shown in his voice.
Marine glanced at the fox's figure, unable to believe her eyes.
The fox was bruised and battered in many ways. The tails seemed rugged, as they were covered in small particles of what was once debris. Smudges of coal seemed to have rubbed off on the yellow fur, dulling it to a horrid shade. The white was reduced to mere, plain grey.
A frown formed on the female's muzzle.
"Crikey, mate. You look knackered."
Tails didn't respond.
The young kitsune seemed to be twitching slightly, and briefly glancing at a blue blur, who was constantly fighting with the black hedgehog.
The fox couldn't believe he was abandoning Sonic, just to save his own hide. He couldn't even find a more… suitable reason, apart from the fact that Sonic's aggression was far worse than it was before. Sonic had never been like this… which had proven to a point that Eggman was indeed a monster. Brothers turning on brothers… it just wasn't right, in lots of aspects. Fact was, Tails was actually hoping that he was, indeed, dreaming, and that this bad dream would end in a snap.
Unfortunately, life didn't work that way.
No second chances for the poor fox.
Sonic was the one he looked up to…. The one always there for a hand, or such. Saving the world in a blue blur, it had proven Tails' cowardice to dither and die. But, right now, any other emotions were hidden with anger. Anger, and sadness, for what the madman had truly done to Tails' best friend.
When he got back, Tails would figure out a way to get Sonic back.
He would, or so help him… he'd get that insane scientist to regret it.
Marine moved her eyes to the two hedgehogs, her expression brightening slightly.
"Oh, heya, Sonic! Haven't seen ya' in a long while, mate! How ya' been?"
There was a threatening growl, as emerald irises glared at the female.
Marine slunk back slightly.
"'Kay…. I take that 's not very good."
The jet-ski watercraft rattled a few times, as it managed to 'walk' on land. The two were now at the far most corner of the area, which was hiding a small, side path. Tails glanced ahead, and Marine pouted.
She preferred being 'Captain Marine', not 'Hitchhiker Marine'.
Annoyed slightly, she tried to take such things off her mind.
"Uh…. Tails, is there any ocean 'round 'ere? Or possible islands which need explorin'?"
"…. There's a river up ahead."
"That'll have ta' do, I guess…."
"Nrgghhh! Blast you idiots!" the Doctor slammed his fists on the dashboard, glaring at the two robots who were sat at either side of it. "Remind me why I even bring you along!"
"That's quite simple, boss. It's to point out your flaws. You seem to possess terrible memory, along with your multiple fails in life's confli—" the red robot was cut off.
"SHUT UP." the scientist simply ordered, his brow twitching. Boredom flashed through the scientist's mind, as he tried to clean off the gigantic coffee stain. Glancing at the blue hedgehog, he wondered whether he had actually accomplished it.
Did he really have Sonic's will?
But, then again, as Orbot so kindly stated, the victory wouldn't last as long as he'd hoped.
Tails would be a problem.
The madman uttered a curse under his breath towards the robots.
He had the fox where he wanted him.
And, those two idiots had to go and spoil the fun before it even began!
Spilling… coffee all over the… controls?!
He'd never heard of such a thing!
Sonic leapt backwards, crashing into another, invisible, white wall as the enemy approached.
The same, monochrome room was keeping the hedgehog captive. And, plainly, he didn't like that idea much. Trapped with an insane hedgehog wasn't exactly tip-top-er-roo either.
Now within his sights, the enemy creased a cruel smile on his mouth-less muzzle. Sonic just replied with a shudder, not exactly liking this guy much.
"Heck, I would've actually preferred you having a mouth!"
But, Sonic, maybe that'd be creepier…. *Shudders*
Well…
I apologize for my untimely absence to this story. Formally, I make a public apolo—ANYWAY!
Took a day to do this thing… it occurs to me why I couldn't get this done before... I mean, it took effort, and I got it done. That's strange.
Darn Writer's Block.
I think the friendship dulled a little, but there'll be more brotherly stuff in the next chappie (Hopefully).
I must type before Writer's Block strikes yet again!
So thank ya' very much for the reviews!
To review, or not to review? ;)
-Toxic : )