THE DARK ERIS SAGA

by Carlata Jones

Eris an agent of G.U.N & of it's elite EGT deals with the lost of her father among other things. at 1 of the many G.U.N bases ends up going to hell. Eris loses her EGT and has to start over once more from scratch. adding an unknown double agent to it & the one hedgehog she hates as well. being force to set up a life with him. RATED M FOR STRONG LANGUAGE SEX AND MORE.

7. Chapter 5

The last time we left off… we left Veronica being attacked by something or some One. Unsure of what her fate may be. Shadow and Micha (Me-Ka) were en route to the famed floating island in the sky, Angel Island. Home to the royal family and he hopes answers of what is going on. At Hucksure Base General Risa had a private meeting with Dax and Mayling in her office with SSargent Connors on what to do with Eris now that things are coming into light. Lastly a new face with no name says he's from the future. But who is he and why is he here? Let's find out what happens in today's chapter where we last left off with Veronica and her mysterious attackers.…

CHAPTER 5

SCOUTING AROUND AND MYSTIC TOWN.

WHOOOOOOAAAA!

There comes a loud splash and giggling as Veronica is being attacked by 4 little creatures named Blurk, Cregal, Cyzer and Rhygenta. They here nuzzling and licking her like little puppies welcoming their mother home.

HAHA HAHAHAA… OK OK… WHOA HAHAA… ENOUGH GUYS! ENOUGH! HO HAHAHAAA…

OK OK that's enough you four. You heard Veronica. Let her get up.

The four look over to the person coming out from behind some swamp tree and smiles at her as he goes and helps her up out of the waters. She shakes her hands off and brings her tail around and rings it out along with her hair, as she looks at the four little creatures shaking her head at them.

Thanks a lot guys. Now I need to take a shower tonight and I just had one today, and you know how hard swamp scum is to get out ahaha.

Sorry about them Veronica. They're just excited to see you, is all. It's been a few weeks since you last stopped by. They...WE'VE missed you.

Eclipse says blushing a bit.

No worries Eclipse, I understand fully, and I missed you all too.

She tells him blushing as well.

But where did my Scanner fly off to this time?

Cregal goes and nudges her back and Veronica turns around and Smiles at him as she pats his head rubbing it.

Thanks Cregal. Glad I made sure to make everything waterproof after last time haha.

Cregal goes and purrs as she pets him as the others come over for some loving to, and she goes and obligates them all.

So Veronica what are you doing this deep in the Jungle Swamps?

I was following a strange signal that came through a few days ago. I watched it for a few days till I decided to come check it out cause it started to give off strange readings all of a sudden.

Really? Could I see?

Veronica goes and hands him the scanner and he goes and types in a few things and the readings from this morning show up and he looks at them for a moment.

Strange? This seems familiar somehow?

What do you mean Eclipse?

I don't know? They just feel like I should know them but I don't know how, or why?

Well wanna come with me to find out? I would love the company and I could use the backup should it come up?

Sure! We'd love to come with you Veronica. What do you guys say?

Cregal, Blurk, Cyzer and Rhygenta go and churr and chirp out saying they wanted to go.

I guess that's a yes then. Lets go I need to get back soon….

Just as she was about to finish saying something, her scanner pad goes off. It goes and flashes as a robotic voice goes off….

In coming call from the royal family. In coming call from the royal family.

Veronica and Eclipse look at one another as the four little Dark Arms gather around looking over their shoulders to see what was going on. Veronica goes and taps the incoming call and Princess Sonia's face comes up.

Hey Veronica? You there?

Princess Sonia hello? How are you today?

I'm good but there's no time for our usual talk today. We need you to find Eclipse The Darkling for us and bring him to the castle.

Funny you should say that Sonia.

She goes and angels her scanner pad at Eclipse and waves at her.

Hey Princess Sonia. It's good to see you again. But what's going on?

Hey Eclipse I'm sorry to ask for you. But somethings come up and we need you right away. Someone called us at 4am this morning saying that something big is going to happen soon that could end up destroying all of Mobius if something isn't done.

OK? but what does this have to do with me?

Because the Black Arms may be coming back?

WHAT?! BUT THAT'S IMPOSSIBLE! ME AND THE FOUR ARE THE LAST OF OUR KIND, NOT COUNTING SHADOW!…

BACK IN THE SKIES OVER THE OCEAN….

Hey you two time to wake up. We're nearly there.

Shadow goes and stirs, as he yawns out and stretches he looks down at Micha and smiles at her as he goes and gently wakes her up.

Hey Micha, we're nearly there. Time to wake up.

Micha goes and mumbles something but doesn't stirs right away like Shadow did. He smiles at her as he tries again.

Micha it's time to wake up.

But Micha I don't wanna…

Shadow smiles down at her chuckling softly as he gently shakes her.

I'm guessing she's not much of a morning person?

I think so. Let her sleep a bit more for now. How much longer till we get there?

In about 5 minutes. We're really ahead of schedule right now. I was hoping to show you both the sunrise as it comes up. It is amazing from up here when it hits the Island.

Shadow goes and shakes Micha a bit harder this time and she finally starts to come around.

Mm..huh..what? Whats a going on?

Hey it's time to wake up. We're nearly there, and Acela wants to show us something. Look…

Shadow goes and points out the front window as Micha stretches out and yawns as she rubs the sleep from her eyes. Acela goes and turns the plane a bit just as from behind the clouds the floating Island could be seen just as the sun rises and hits the Island's Volcano Peek lighting it up. Micha gaps out in AW at the spectacle before her.

Shadow… it's amazing!

Micha goes and subconsciously goes and holds onto Shadow's hand as she continues to look out the window. Shadow looks down and blushes a little and smiles as he watches with her, as he clears his throat a bit. Micha looks at him and down at there hands and she pulls away sheepishly grinning at him.

Sorry Shads..he he…

No worries Micha.

We're 4 hours ahead of schedule right now. We had a strong tail wind so it helped out a lot. Will be landing practically at the front door to the Castle. I was just given clearance to go ahead and land on the royal airstrip. So best buckle in and get ready.

S-pup switch me spots boy.

S-pup barks and hops in back with Micha as Shadow goes and gets up front and puts a headset on.

Mind if I take over for a few Acela?

As long as you don't try anything funny, sure?

Shadow nods at her and thanks her as he goes and takes the controls and he goes a heads due south east as he goes and flips a few switches and levels out as he goes and flies over the island heart.

Micha get ready, cause we're going down in style!

He goes and looks back at her smiling at her with a sly wicked grin.

Shadow your not thinking what I think your thinking are ya Mate?

You scare Weasel-wolf?

Micha goes and looks at him with a cocky grin as she goes and hops in back and gets her Gear ready.

I just hope you can keep up with me Mate. Cause this WON'T be the first time I done this.

He chuckles at her as he looks at Acela.

Keep the plane heading due south east and keep it leveled. Will be getting off here.

Right-o! Have fun going down. Tell me when you're ready and I'll open the back for you. I'll meet you at the castle later with your stuff..

Shadow nods at her and climbs in back with Micha and grabs his bag and takes out his Extreme Gear shoes and switches them with his regular one. Mich goes and takes off her tank top from the day before and stuffs it into her bag, but as she pulls her hand out something catches onto it and she looks at it and she turns bright red and looks over at Shadow with her eyes, who by this time had pulled out a pair of his riding shades and put them on and he sees her and what's in her hands and he just grins at her winks at her as she goes and stuffs her lingerie back in the bag.

She takes out her good pair of riding shoes from the other bag she brought with her and switches them out. The last thing she takes out was her Extreme Gear back straps and puts them on. Putting on her hat she goes and brushes her hair out quick and puts it up in a ponytail. The last thing Shadow pulls out a small black velvet box. He opens it up to reveal a pure silver necklace with an Acorn charm on it. Micha sees this and wonders what it was, and why he needed it right now. He goes and puts it on and under his shirt and he drops his shades and yells back to Acela.

ACELA NOW!

Hitting a few switches she goes and opens the back of the plane. As the ramp lowers down Shadow walks out to the edge with Micha behind him with her Gear and points at a glen as S-pup comes up to them as he shouts over the wind..

THAT'S OUR TARGET! AIM FOR IT AND SEE IF YOU CAN KEEP UP WITH ME! S-PUP PRACTICE MODE NOW!

S-pup barks and shifts into his practice mode. Like before with Eris his jets come out from the side of him and he goes and runs out of the plane and jumps out as his jet booster flares to life and he goes and does a U-turn and flies backwards as he starts to record everything with his eyes.

YOU DO KNOW I'LL GET YOU BACK FOR THAT STUNT RIGHT? CAUSE I KNOW GOOD AND WELL I PUT THAT BACK!

IF YOU CAN KEEP UP WITH ME AND CATCH ME I MAY LET YOU GET ME BACK FOR IT! NOW LET'S GO!

Shadow goes and he takes a few steps back and runs down the ramp and jumps out of the plane. Micha looks back at Acela and gives her a two finger salute as she makes sure her hat was tied on tight and that her Extreme Gear was on her back strapped on tight she yells back at her before jumping out…

SEE YOU AT THE CASTLE ACELA!

With that she runs down the ramp and jumps out of the plane as well with her arms outstretched. S-pup goes and follows her down barking at her. Micha goes and brings her arms close to her to gain momentum to catch up with Shadow who had a head start on her. She wasn't about to lose to him. She manages to catch up with him at 1,500 feet, she goes and removes her gear from her back and with a two finger kiss at Shadow, she goes and jumps on her Gear and starts it up and zooms by him in a flash. Shadow allows her to get a head start on him.

But at 900 feet he goes and he powers up his Air shoes and he goes and lands on the ground in the glen he pointed out as a dust cloud settles as he hovers the and looks up to see Micha waiting on him. S-pup lands and waits as he watches the both of them.

Are you ready to do this?

Try and keep up.

Shadow goes and points to a path way.

That pathway is a direct route to the castle. It's wide enough for Extreme Gear riders and then some. But be warned the pathway is littered with fallen trees, rocks and more. You'll be out of your element here compared to the city. If you manage to beat me. Not only do you get to get me back for switching your nightgowns. BUT I'll give you a spot on MY TEAM. Lastly.. Use your Air wisely. There are NO air stations along this route. If you managed to bet me, weather on your Gear or on foot, you Win.

Micha looks at Shadow in surprise. He just told her she could get him back for switching her nightgowns around, and if she beat him, she would get a spot on his team. Something told her this was big. Bigger than getting him back for the stunt he pulled, and she wasn't gonna let this opportunity go without a fight. She nods at him and he holds up 5 fingers slowly counting down.

5…

Micha thinks for a moment of what was going on….

4….

Did she really want this? To join a new team so soon after what Birch did to her?

3….

Sure Shadow had been kind to her. He helped her and understood her, and of what she was going through.

2…

She looks at Shadow a moment longer, and for a moment she felt something she hadn't felt in a long time, since she lost everything from when she was a kid up till now.

1….

Micha goes and pushes down on the back of her Gear powering up the boosters as she looks at him, sure of it now more than ever. She…. was falling for the Edge Lord. He trusted her with everything she had in her. He told her everything that was going on. But more importantly, he believed in her. But the real question was? Was she falling madly IN LOVE with him? Or was it some stupid high school crus/puppy love crap, she was feeling towards him. They only met yesterday. But she felt a kinship with him in a lot of ways. Did he somehow feel the same way? Was this why he is doing this? Or was he just toying with her like he did in her room? There was only one way to find out… and that was to WIN this little race of his. She would show him she was worth it all and then some.

0…

With that Shadow goes and throws his arm down and before he knows what is happening, Micha goes blasting off, leaving him in the dust. Shadow goes and covers his face with his arms as she takes off. S-pup barks at her as he goes and runs up and picks up her hat that fell off when she took off, and walks over to Shadow and gives it to him. Scoffing he takes it and smiles as he looks down at S-pup…

Think I should give her a head start?

S-pup barks at him as he goes and runs down the pathway a bit and jumps up and flies off to catch up to Micha.

My thoughts exactly.

Just before he puts on Micha's hat he sees something on the inside of the brim of the hat. He takes it out and looks at it and smiles. It was a picture of Micha when she was younger, and next to her a boy who looked just like her he guessed was her twin brother. The photo was old and frail, Shadow guested she had it a long time. The last remaining link to her brother. He looks at it a moment longer and notices something about it that catches his eyes. He nods and goes and folds the photo up and places it in his back pocket for now for later and he goes and starts running down the path using only his speed for now to catch up to her.

Up ahead Micha was now running on foot, taking Shadow's advice to heart. If he said there were no Air Stations on this pathway then she had to use her smarts. But the question was… What was he playing at? Was he trying to TEST her? To see if she could outsmart him? To see if she could get a feel of the land and the surrounding area? To see if she could put up a fight against him and win? Well if he wanted a game to play then she was going to give him one. Looking back she doesn't see him. But she sees S-pup flying right at her as he stops and lands watching her….

So you think I should give him a chance to catch up?

S-pup barks at her and she smiles.

Right to it Mate. So how about we up the game a bit uh?

S-pup barks at her as if he agreed with her. Smiling, she goes and jumps back a few paces and calls S-pup as he comes running over to her she calls an attack out quietly…

Gum Gum Goo Blast….

One of her guns comes out and she goes and shoots in front of her a few feet and a puddle of goo forms on the ground blending into the dirt, and just to make sure Shadow didn't try anything she goes and jumps into the air and hits a few tree branches as well, and once more the Goo blend into the branches like it did the dirt. Spinning her gun on her finger she blows at the barrel as it disperse.

Alrighty Shadow my Mate. Let's see if you can bypass my Gum Gum Goo Blast. Not many can.

She goes and she reaches up to pull down her hat, only to realize it wasn't there…

Shoot! It must have fallen off back there when I left Shadow in the dust. I hope he has it, that hat means a lot to me. Oh well. For now let's go S-pup. All I can do is hope Shadow has it.

Turning around and running back down the pathway S-pup follows her. Not too far behind Shadow catches up and stops just INCHES from where Micha hand placed her trap for him. Shadow looks around as he goes, and just as he was about to take a step onto the goo he goes and kicks a branch and it lands right in the middle of it as he watches it as it stops right there and doesn't bounce off any more. He smiles and kneels down and gently places a hand near the goo and he could feel something STICKY there. He smiles once more and looks up…

So you wanna play do you Weasel-wolf? OK well two can play this game then.

Shadow goes and Jumps into the air and he was about to land on the very same branch Micha had also hit with her Gum Gum Goo Blast attack when he sees a little Flicky land a looks up at him and was about to fly off out of his way when she realizes she can fly off. Shadow goes higher to the next branch up and kneels as he looks down at the little Flicky. He goes and reaches down an ever so Gently he pulls the little Flicky free from the goo. It flies off chirping at him as Shadow looks back down the pathway, wondering how far she blasted her goo to slow him down.

I don't know what you're playing at Micha, but I'll play along. I'll give you and A+ for craftiness, and for quick thinking. But don't think you won yet cause there still a bit of ways to go.

Just as Shadow was about to jump down, the little Flicky comes back with a berry for him and nuzzles him.

Hey there? Is that for me for helping you?

She nods at him and he holds out his hand for it. He tosses it in his mouth and eats it as he lets her land on his finger.

Thanks little one.

She chirps at him and was about to fly off when Shadow stops her.

Hey before you go would you mind helping me out?

She looks at him and tilts her head wondering what was up. He explains things to her and once done she agrees to help him out by calling some friends of hers and dropping small rocks onto the pathway for him to see if there were any more stick spots. He tells her thanks and she flies off and calls her friends. After 6 of them show up she tells them in their language what is going on and they agree to help. She flies back and nods at him and smiles.

Thanks guys now let's do this. My friend has too much of a head start.

They nod and at once they go and they start picking up small rocks and every time one bounces a ways Shadow heads the direction. For a time, till he reached a pair of fallen trees that criss crossed over one another in a large X and was covered in vines and moss, he didn't run into any more problems.

Thanks guys. If you stick around a little longer…

HEY THAT'S MY HAT YOU'RE WEARING MATE!

Shadow looks up to the top of the fallen crossed trees and sees Micha sitting down in the middle of it and he smiles at her as he throws a thumb behind him.

Nice trick back there with the goo. But don't think you won yet. Also be more careful with that stuff. Don't need anyone getting hurt.

HA! Thanks, and nice trick with the Flickies helping you, and don't worry my Gum Gum Goo is safe for all. So no one will get hurt.

Good. But now that you upped the game play. LET'S PLAY…

Shadow goes and calls forth a Chaos Spear he goes and throws it at her and she manages to jump out of the and onto the ground in time smiling at him as she calls forth her guns..

I want my hat if you please Mate?

You want it? Come and get it.

Shadow goes and runs past her creating a gust of wind and dust to follow behind him. The Flicky go and keep pace with him, following behind him. One of them goes and chirps out and Shadow looks behind him and sees Micha on her Gear catching up with him. Smiling he calls out a move.

CHAOS SPHERE!

He goes and shoots a ball of light at Micha trying to slow her down but she goes and dodges each shot.

OK so you wanna play hardball do you?

SHINING BALLISTIC SHOT!

Shadow looks behind him as she calls her shot. Two gold guns come from nowhere and she aims them at him smiling at him. Shadow saw what those things could do and something told him she really wanted payback. Shadow and the Flickies go and dodge every shot with ease. Shadow sees a large fallen tree and he jumps over it, flipping in the air and lands on his feet and takes off again not missing a beat. Micha does the same thing, but on landing she uses her boosters to fly after him. She goes and catches up with him and she sends a roundhouse kick his way but he blocks it which causes him to be sent back a few feet.

Is that all you got? Some weak little kick and a toy GUN!? HA! Don't make me laugh Micha. I know you can do better than this.

So you want my A game huh? You do know if you want it I won't hold back.

I never wanted you to hold back to start with Micha! Don't you get it? Only way on my team is by doing what needs to be done. You can't be soft. You need to show the other teams you mean business. You need to show everyone that you can hold your own, when everyone else is at the BEST. You can't hold back Micha. If you do, you'll end up hurt. Or worse. Now from here on out either give me your full power, or you can forget joining up with me. Cause I won't be holding back now.

CHAOS BLAST!

Shadow unleashes one of his more powerful moves on Micha taking her off guard. She sent flying back into the very same fallen tree and it knocks the wind out of her. Laying there stunned for a moment she gets up panting as she watches him fly off.

'So he wants me at my best. Meaning no holding back. No more being soft. He wants only the best for his team. Well I'll show him. But can I do it? I haven't mastered it yet, and I'm still testing it out. I don't know if I should try…. NO MICHA! SNAP OUT OF IT YOU TWIT! This is what Shadow was talking about just now. You can't hold back now, whether you mastered it or not, you hold back now and you'll lose. So you best do it now. It's not that much farther to the castle.``

Micha goes and nods to herself. She walks over to where her gear landed from being sent flying back and she hops onto it. Taking off she goes and uses her boosters to catch up to Shadow. She knew she didn't have much air left and the castle was just in sight. Meaning it was now or never. Seeing Shadow just ahead of her she calls out to him.

YOU WANT ME AT MY BEST THEN SO BE IT SHADOW THE HEDGEHOG! CAUSE YOUR GOING TO GET IT NOW!

Shadow looks behind him and sees Micha not far behind. He sees the look on her face and he could tell she meant it. Looking forward once more, he looks at the prize at hand when he hears something…

CHAOTIC! CRIMSON! BLAST!….

OUT ON THE BACK BALCONY OF THE CASTLE THAT OVERLOOKED THE FOREST…

Sonic and Sally were out there taking a break from trying to find out anything about this Black Arms Queen, and about the Blood Red moon when they hear an explosion from the forest. They look over and they could see a ball of bright crimson red and yellow light flare to life as it engulfs part of the forest. The heat of it could be felt from where they were.

MOM, DAD!

Sonia and Manic come running outside to see what was going on.

What was that?!

We don't know Sonia. But it came from the forest.

Sally tells Sonia.

Should we go check it out dad?

You better Manic. But you and your sister be careful there's no telling what could have happened, and if anyone was out there and got hurt. Will send the team out behind you just in case. But for now get down there and find out what happened.

RIGHT!

Manic and Sonia go and jump down from the balcony and run down the 200 foot wall and into the forest to find out what happened. As they approach the forest something comes flying out of the woods in a blazing white light and behind her a robotic dog. They go and stop in their tracks as the robot dog goes flying by them…

S-pup?

Sonia and Manic look at one another as the girl looks behind her not paying attention to what was in front of her as she yells out….

HOW'S THAT FOR MY ULTIMATE BEST? YOU STUCK UP SMUG HEDGEHOG!

Micha goes and looks back in front of her, just at the same time Manic and Sonia get the look of… OH SHIT!… on their face as they try to get out of the way but couldn't. Before anyone knew what was happening Micha, Sonia and Manic go screaming out as Micha crashes into them. S-pup looks back at hearing them scream and turns around and flies back over to them and lands.

Shadow on the other hand… he was back where Micha left him. In a daze of confusion. He gets up on one knee and holds his head with his right hand and rests his left one on his knee. Shaking his head, he looked up to where Micha had flown past him at a speed of white hot light. He looks around himself and sees part of the forest was burnt. More than likely from Micha's attack.

He looked around and he could see the 7 Flicky were off in a bush. He goes to check on them and finds them OK thanks to his Chaos Barrier he put up in time, but they were out cold. He hoped they would be OK. He was sure they would be. He goes and gets up and picks up Micha's hat he puts it on and starts walking the rest of the way to the Castle since he had run out of air by now, and with how fast Mich was going, he was sure that she was there by now.

As he walks on he could see S-pup running to him and round him as he nudges him from behind.

Whoa boy! Hold up. What's wrong?

S-pup runs ahead of Shadow and looks back and barks. At once Shadow understood. Something happened to Micha and it was likely she was hurt. Running ahead S-pup follows behind him barks at him. Once he was close he could see Micha along with two others in a heap on the ground. He rushes up to them and sees that it was Sonia and Manic. They go and groan out as they go and DE-tangle themselves from one another. Shadow goes and walks over to them chuckling at her and helps Micha up as Sonia and Manic get up in a light daze.

DUDE! The hell WAS THAT?! Oh wow… feels like I got run over by a speeding comet.

Oooh… you're telling me Manic. Great CHAOS that was a hard hit.

CRIKEY! The bloody hell was that I ran into?

That..ooh… would have been a Manic you ran into.. ouch… and a me…

You sure about that Sheila?

Did it feel like a rock wall?

Yeah?

Then it was my brother. He has a head as hard as a rock wall.

You two OK?

Geez… I'm gonna have to work on the brakes with that move. They are STILL not ready. I knew that move wasn't either.

Then why did you use it to start with?

Blame HIM!

Micha goes and points at Shadow as the twins look up at him.

What is she talking about Shadow?

What I'm talking about is the fact he wanted my best. So I gave it to him.

Shadow?

It's a long story Princess. For now let's head to the castle.

Everyone gets up and brushes off. Shadow picks up Micha's gear for her, but Micha herself though ends up stumbling over as soon as she takes the first few steps and Manic catches her.

Whoa, easy there girl.

She smiles at him and thanks him as she says she's OK, but Manic, Shadow and Sonia look at her worried.

S-S-Sorry… Guys… I-I-I guess that new move took more out of me then I thought it did. Th-this is the first...time...first time…

Before Micha could finish what she was going to say she went and black out. The last thing she remembers though was Shadow yelling out her name and someone catching her….

HUCKSURE BASE GENERAL RISA'S OFFICE…

So you're telling me that you want the rest of the Chaos Emeralds in your hands cause of some PROPHECY, some black cat and a ghost rabbit told you of?

A black panther and a Mandarin Rabbit. Yes.

What if I refuse to do this? I mean I am getting on in years, and I'm not as young as I use to be you know? Not to say there is no way I'm putting my daughter Tiffa in that kind of danger. Being a jewel thief is not as easy as it looks, and there's no telling where the Emerald's could be.

Rouge PLEASE. We need your help.

Forget it. I'm not risking my life no more for those gemstones. You want them so badly then you go find them, and don't go trying that whole… "we still have your rerecords and can hold you responsible for everything you did in the past blah blah blah" I happen to know those were destroyed YEAR ago. So sorry sister but I'm out. I'm only a few days from retirement and I'm not gonna fuck this up. I worked for G.U.N for over 40 years now and I'm SO done with it.

Rouge goes and turns her back on Risa and folds her arms clearly done talking. Sighing, Risa goes and sits down and folds her hands together as she looks at Rouge. As a plan form.

What if we PAID you for every Emerald you find?

Rouge ears turn back to Risa and she glances her way…

How much are we talking about?

20,000,000$ for each Emerald.

Rouge scoffs at her.

Really? That's pocket change to me so you'll have to do better than that if you want MY help.

OK then how about 50,000,000$ for every Emerald?

Close but no. make it a 100,000,000$ for every Emerald I find and we have a deal.

A 100,000,000$? ARE YOU OUT OF YOUR MIND!?

Either take it or leave. Otherwise I'm out of here.

Rouge goes and starts to walk off…

OK OK FINE! 1000,000,000$ for each Emerald. I'll see what I can do.

Rouge smiles as she turns around.

Now your talking Risa. Also I'm going to need help as well. I don't want my daughter involved with this. BUT I do know of another treasure hunter who's been DYING for a little bit of action of late. Saying retirement is too quiet for him.

I take it you're talking of Knuckles the Echidna? Your ex?

The one and only. Who else would I be talking about?

Good point. *sigh* Fine. I'll send someone to get him…

If it's OK with you, I'd rather go myself thank you. It'd be best if he heard everything from me, and not some G.U.N agent. You know as well as I do how he feels about G.U.N despite how much you all helped in the past.

Very well. You know where his last location was at?

As a matter of fact I do? If my guess is right, he should be entering the Castle of Acorns right now….

BACK AT THE CASTLE OF ACORNS…

HERE! Set her down here. Manic go get a cold wash rag from the kitchen and a glass of water!

Manic goes and sets Micha down on the sofa why he runs into the kitchen. Sonia goes and checks her vital sign just as Sonic and Sally hurry in.

SONIA! SHADOW! WHAT'S GOING ON?

It's her.

Her?

They look around Shadow and see Micha for the first time.

Oh my gosh! What happened to her?!

Shadow goes and turns around just as Manic comes back with a cool washcloth and a glass of water. He hands them to his sister who takes them and puts the washcloth on her and sets the glass down on the table.

She'll be fine. She only fainted from exhaustion is all. A bit of rest and she'll be fine. But can't you tell us what happened back there?

It was kind of my fault in away.

What do you mean?

Shadow goes and tells them what happened after yesterday finishing up to just now.

So that's the whole of it. Speaking of which. Manic?

Yeah Shad?

Think you could run back to that part of the woods with a basket with something soft in it and go gather those Flickies that helped me. I think they're OK. But I want to really make sure.

Sure bro. Be back in a flash.

Manic goes and gets a basket with a few kitchen towels and runs to get them and was back in less than 5 minutes with them.

Here you go Shadow. They're still out cold though.

Thanks Manic.

You want me to take them to the vet for you?

No, I think they will be find, but I'll keep them close for now.

Sure thing.

Manic sets them on the Table for Shadow as he looks at Sonic and Sally.

I'm sorry for all the trouble. Especially when it's so close for the Summer Ball.

It's fine Shadow. We know you wouldn't fool around with something like. I will admit we did have our differences in the past, especially with the whole Tikhaos.

Indeed. I'm just glad everything is forgiven. But I know not forgotten. Trust me I regret what happened. When G.U.N found me that day I was done running. Something we all know I would rather do.

Indeed Faker. You would rather fight than give up. It's who you have always been. So why DID you give up that day?

I don't know really? Even to this day I don't. All I know is I'm glad I did. I was able to regain all your trust back once again, and that's all that matters to me right now. That, and Micha.

Manic how did the spot where the attack happen look?

Surprising not too bad really? Whatever that attack was used, she didn't do too much damage. It was only in one spot no where else. I would guess about a 50 foot radius at most.

Mmm...so… I managed to keep it...Smaller… this time then…?

MICHA YOU OK!? Shadow goes over to her and Sonia moves out of the way for him.

Yeah… for the most part.

Shadow hands her the glass of water

Thanks Mate. So did I win?

He just chuckles at her shaking his head.

Only JUST Weasel-wolf.

Micha scoffs and smiles at him.

Good. I take it I have some explaining to do huh?

Not really. I told them everything that happened since after the battle yesterday.

Micha nods at him.

Has Acela shown up with our things yet, and for that matter where's my hat at Mate? If you lost it…

Don't worry I didn't lose it. It's over by the door on the coat rack.

Good.

Your Majesties?

Yes Merrick?

Knuckles The Echidna and his family are here. Along with Miss Veronica and Eclipse The Darkling.

WHAT!?

Shadow looks over at Merrick and then at Sonic and Sally as anger flashes across his face.

WHAT IS THE MEANING OF THIS?

Easy Shadow! Just calm down and let us explain!

You best hurry SONIC, before I get really PISSED!

SHADOW ENOUGH DUDE! I told you we should have told him last night during the call!

We thought we would have more time to do so when he got here.

Sally tells Manic as she sighs and folds her arms and places her right hand on her temple. Sonic just folds his arm shaking his head as if he saw this coming from miles away.

Merrick tells Veronica and Eclipse to hold back from coming in till we talk with Shadow.

Right away King Sonic.

Merrick goes and leaves to relay the message to them.

Now before we Start did anyone tell Eclipse….

Hey I'm sure it's nothing big to worry about. After all they did want me for this, to try and figure…SHADOW?! WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE?!

Never mind.

Knuckles and Julie-su walk into the room along with Lara-Su just as Sonic goes and face palms and sighs. They look at one another sensing trouble afoot, as Sonic goes and holds both his hands up trying to calm everyone down why Manic and Sonia goes and stands in front of their mother and father. Micha goes over to Shadow and stands next to him ready for anything should something happen, even in her weaken state.

Please everyone. Just try and cool it. Will explain everything if you'll let us.

Sonic is everything OK?

Shadow goes and places a hand on Micha's shoulder and nods at her and she nods back standing down. Veronica does the same to Eclipse and he nods as he gets the 4 little ones to settle down as well.

Very well your Majesty I will. For NOW…

Alright FAKER start talking.

Sighing Sonic nods at his kids and they stand down as well. Sonic and Sally start explaining everything and after about 3 hours Shadow just sighs.

As much as I hate to admit it, you could be right. But if I find out he is SOMEHOW a part of this in ANYWAY. I'll take him out, and I won't hesitate for a moment GOT IT!? I WILL take him down AND OUT… permanently…

Shadow goes and says the last word with such venom it made Micha cringe back some.

I'd like to see you try Bother. I'm protected by the royal family.

WHAT?!

Eclipse goes and holds up his necklace to show him the proof. Shadow growls even more annoyed now then he was.

So unlike you I can't be harmed.

Wanna bet?

Shadow pulls out his and smiles.

I'd like to see you try.

Shadow and Eclipse look at one another as sparks fly between them as they stand off with one another.

Shadow, maybe we should just back off for now. I know you're not too happy Mate, and if need be, I'll side with you whether I know the full story or not. Besides I'm even getting little weird vibes from those… PETS… of his.

They're not pets! There my children!

OKAY… whatever you say Bloke.

Veronica tell them!

Hey I'm staying out of this one. I had enough excitement for one day, and it isn't even over yet.

What? What time is it?

It's 5:45pm why?

Sally tells him and he sighs.

We should have checked in at our hotel 3 hours ago. I hope we still have the room. Excuse me for a moment.

Shadow goes and leaves taking out his phone and calls the hotel he and Micha where to stay at. After a few moments he comes back a bit annoyed.

They said we have 30 minutes to get down there and sign in or their giving it up and I lose my 400$ I paid up front for the room.

What hotel are you staying at?

The Shadow Rose Hotel. Why?

It's already paid for?

Yeah, we just need to get down there and sign in and get the key for the room why?

Does it matter which one of you it is?

I don't think so? Why?

Give me your wallet Shad.

Manic what are you up to?

Just give it to me.

Fine.

He hands his wallet over to Shadow and Manic goes and holds out his hand to Micha.

You best hold on tight and don't let go.

OK? But wh….

Before Micha could say anything he was running out the door at super Sonic speed as he held onto her, creating a huge gust of wind behind him.

Oh that Manic! I told him time and time again.

Don't worry about it hon. He's fine this time.

Even still Sonic.

Sally huffs.

So now that I'm guessing Manic is taking care of that. What now? We wasted pretty much all day, when I had hoped to start on things. Meaning now I'll have to call home and let Belladonna know I'll be here another few days.

What will you tell her? I know you said you felt something off about her of late.

Knuckles looks at Shadow.

I don't think she will mind really.

Shadow walks over to the window and looks out, folding his arms…

I told her boyfriend that I was heading out to do some scouting for the team. So if I tell them I need a few more days I should be OK. She was coming down off a happy hyper high after having 6 of the team's energy drinks.

Hey all we're back.

Everyone looks to Micha and Manic who just came in.

Well?

Never...AGAIN….

Micha goes and runs out to the balcony tossing Shadow his wallet on the way out and heaves over the side of the balcony.

Wow? She can handle the speed she was going on her Gear, but not MANIC?!

Just how fast WHERE you going Manic?

Shadow asks him.

How much damage is what I wanna know?

Sally looks at her son.

I'm sorry to bother you Queen Sally but there's a call for you.

Please tell me it's not who I think it is?

Very well I won't.

MANIC THE HEDGEHOG!

Manic looks at his mother ashamed and somewhat guilty of what happened.

What? Shad said they only had 30 minutes sooo….

I'm coming Merrick.

I got this mom. Why don't you if Micha needs help? She doesn't look so good right now.

You sure honey?

Yeah. It will be part of my job one day. So I may as well get some experience in why I can.

Alright, if you're sure? But Manic your grounded for the next 2 weeks.

Actually? Do you think you could hold off on grounding him till after me and Micha leave?

Why?

Cause I'm gonna need his help with finding the best places where a lot of Extreme Gear Riders are and hang out so Micha can take videos.

Very well. You got lucky for now Manic. But once he and Micha leave it's a two week grounding. GOT IT!?

Yes mom.

Good.

Sonia leaves the room to go deal with the AIPD (Angel Island Police Department) for her mom why Sally goes and checks on Micha. Lara-Su goes with her to see if she can help in any way.

So now what?

We still have some time to go check those readings from before Eclipse. What do you say?

Readings?

Yeah. There's been some strange readings deep within the jungle swamps of Mystic Ruin of late. I was watching them for a few days to see if something was going to change, and something did but not by much.

Do you have them here with you...Veronica was it?

Yes it is, and I do here you go…

She goes and hands Shadow her scanner pad and he looks over it for a moment. After a few he goes and compares the readings from a few days ago, to the ones from today.

Hmm? I can see what you mean now. It isn't much but there is a slight change. And I can't help but feel I should know this reading somehow?

That's what I said. It felt familiar to me somehow but I couldn't put a finger to it.

Me and Eclipse we're gonna check it out, when Sonia called us in, so how about it? Wanna come with us to see what is going on? I wouldn't mind a little extra back up should something go wrong.

Sure why not. But before we do… Hey Sonic.

What's up Shads?

Sonic and Knuckles come walking over as he shows them Veronica's Scanner pad.

Does that seem familiar to you at all? In any way or form?

Hmm?

Sonic and Knuckles look at it and think for a moment.

To me it doesn't, no. What about you Knux?

They almost look like Chaos energy signals. Or at most, maybe Tikhaos signal in a way? I don't know. It's hard telling really.

I had the same feeling as well. Do you still have all of Tikhaos data, from back then?

Yeah we do. We keep it locked up in the science archives. If you need them just say so, and I'll see that you get them.

Please, if you would. Also, where is the best place on the island to do some damage where no one will get hurt.

Shadow? What do you plan on doing to my Island?

Nothing big I promise Knuckles. I just need some place for HIM…

Shadow goes and nods at Eclipse…

To power up with the 4 and use their abilities so I can get some readings from them and compare them whatever data Veronica has. I have a feeling whatever is going on it's all connected somehow, in some shape and form. Only thing is I will need a Chao Emerald as well to get the energy readings from it, and it's not like I can walk into a jewelry store and buy one.

Then I guess it's a good thing I came then isn't it?

Sonic, Knuckle, Veronica, Eclipse and Shadow look at the doorway, and in walks Rouge.

Rouge, it's been some time.

Indeed your Majesty. How have you been Sonic?

Well old age is catching up that's for sure.

Tell me about it.

So what brings you here?

Well besides the Summer Ball I was invited for, I was sent here to see you Knux.

Me? What do you need me for Rouge?

Well I remember our last get together we had, and on how you wish you could get out on one last adventure. So what do you say?

Depends on what it is you had in mind.

I'm seeking the Chaos Emeralds.

Knuckles goes and face palms and groans out.

Really Rouge? Don't you think you're a bit, I don't know?…

DON'T YOU DARE SAY THAT O WORD OR ILL SEND YOU FLYING THROUGH THAT WINDOW!

OK, OK I won't, I won't. GEEZ WOMAN!

Rouge goes and folds her arms and huffs, as Shadow looks over at her.

So what's the REAL reason G.U.N sent you here for Rouge?

He looks at her as he folds his arms.

Nothing gets by you does it Shadow?

You should know me by now after working with me for over 40 years now.

True, and your right. I'm not here for my own personal game.

Really? I know you well ROUGE. You told me you were DONE with G.U.N in a few days, and now ALL of a sudden you're back to working for them right before your retirement. So SPILL.

Knuckles look at her and she sighs.

100,000,000$ for every Emerald I find. Are you happy now?

Oh Sweet Mother Of Queen Sally's Royal Gems, that's… a LOT for even one Emerald.

Did I just hear my name being used in vain?

Ah….

Sally walks in folding her arms looking at Knuckles who looks back sheepishly chuckling…

Sorry Sal. He he…

hmm…

Lara-su comes back in helping Micha who still looked a little green around the edges and looks at everyone.

You doing OK Micha?

I will be Mate, once my stomach stops turning. oh...god…

She looks over at Shadow as she holds her stomach smiling weakly as she leans on Lara-Su.

Why don't you head to the hotel to rest for now Micha? I'm heading out with Rouge, Knuckles,

Veronica and Eclipse to go check some things out.

I never heard sweeter words in my life till just now.

If you like Micha I can run you over there?

Micha goes and looks over at Manic and a look of dread crosses over her face for a few short seconds till she ends up wigging out at the same time Sonia comes back from talking with the AIPD Chef.

YOU! YOU STAY THE BLOODY HELL AWAY FROM ME YOU DAMNED FRUIT LOOP! OR I'LL DONG YOU SO HARD IN THE FACE NOT EVEN YE OWN MOTHER WOULD RECOGNIZE YOU! YOU DAMNED BLOODY YAHOO!

WOW Manic? You must have really done a number on her? I mean, I've seen girls flip out on you before, but not like this.

His sister comes over to stand near him and folds her arms looking at him. Manic on the other hand had other ideas.

Aw but Micha darling. I thought we had something special during our trip down there. I mean I assumed so with how tightly you were holding on to me.

YOU DAMMED BLOODY TWIT! I WAS HOLDING ON FOR DEAR LIFE!

Julie-su who had been quiet this whole time comes over to where Sonic and Knuckles where and says quietly…

Why do I get the feeling this is NOT going to be pretty?

This is my son we're talking about you know Jules. It never is pretty.

So you're just gonna let this play out Sal?

Yep. Only way.

He NEVER learns. You sure I'm related to him mom?

I'm afraid so honey.

Sonia sighs, shaking her head why Lara-Su goes and looks at Micha and Manic and taking a hint from her mother she slowly backs off. Shadow and Rouge go and stand close by watching as Veronica stands behind Eclipse watching the show, why the 4 little ones hide behind her and peek out.

You say that now, but I know there was more to it then that my love.

Manic goes and walks slowly over to Micha laying on the charm thick. Micha backs up till she can't anymore till Manic corners her and places his hands on either side of her grinning like a loon. Micha tries to find an escape route but finds she's trapped, as Manic goes and lifts her chin up to look at him. Rouge goes and leans into Shadow and whispers…

50$ says she ends up decking him good before she turns into a pile of mush from his charm.

Fine, you're on. But even though I only know Micha for 24 hours, I can tell she has something else in mind.

Everyone watches and waits, as Micha goes and cringes away from Manics "CHARM". She looks at him shaking, even a bit scared, and intimidated by him for some reason, as he leans into her. But before he could do anything a flurry of chirping goes off and the next thing Manic knows he's being pecked at by the Flickies who had just woken up and started attacking him. He goes and cries out as Cregal sees them and looks to his brothers and they at him and they go and fly and run over to him attacking him as well.

Everyone watches as Manic is being forced out of the room and onto the balcony by both the Flickies, and Cregal and his brother. Sonic, Sally and Sonia sigh and face palm shaking their heads as Knuckles laughs. Julie-su and Lara-Su just stand there sighing. Rouge and Shadow just shrug as they look at one another, and as for Eclipse and Veronica? They were a bit confused.

Well that was a bet we both lost.

Yeah didn't think the Flickies would wake up. Let along attack him. Not to say I'm surprised the 4 pets of Eclipse helped out.

More than likely thought it was a game of some kind.

Maybe?

Micha goes and slides down the wall still in slight SHOCK of what happened. Sonic goes and sighs again, walks over to her as Sally and Sonia protest.

Don't worry I'll be fine.

I don't know dad, maybe you should let me or mom handle it? Or even Shadow. You know? Someone who doesn't LOOK like you.

He's right dear remember what happened LAST time?

Pffft I'll be fine.

Shadow sees Sonic going over to Micha and he knows that was a bad idea but doesn't stop him, but instead leans over to Rouge.

Hey look.

Rouge looks over and gets a worried look on her face.

Oh no, that's not good. Especially after the LAST time.

I know.

Shadow states as he grins.

150$ on Micha that she sends HIM flying.

Rouge folds her arms and glances at Shadow.

You really think I'd place a bet on Sonic like that?

You had no problems with Manic a moment ago

.

That was different.

Hey what's going on guys?

Knuckles come over and ask.

He's placing a bet that his friend will send Sonic flying.

How much are we talking?

150$ so far.

OK, fine. 250$ then on her.

Really guys you're doing it?

Sure why not?

Merrick goes and walks by over hearing their convo and clears his throat.

Do you mind if I add another 350$ to the betting pool?

Rouge, Shadow and Knuckles look over and the boys get a grin on their face.

Sure Merrick, why not?

Oh my Chaos you guys.

Come Rouge you know you want to.

Oh for crying out loud, FINE! I'll add 450$ to it. Geez.

Would any of you two wish to change your wager?

I would. I'll add another 950$ to it, if you guys are OK with that?

I'm good. Bit out of my range right there.

Same here.

As well as for me. Shall I hold the money till then?

Everyone nods and hands Merrick their money to hold onto as he had his 350$ to the pot.

If that's all?

They nod and turn around just as they hear Micha shout out…

DOUBLE BARREL BARGE!

Just at the same moment a cute Cocker spaniel walks out of the kitchen in a maids uniform to ask everyone if they would like something to eat and drink. But on seeing Sonic flying at her, she goes and ducks down in time as there was a loud crash from the kitchen. Everyone goes and runs over to see the kitchen now a mess, and a none too happy looking Hen with a ladle folds her arms and tapping her foot at the mess, and dinner that she had been working on is ruined. Shadow and Knuckles go and laugh their asses off at seeing Sonic covered in hot soup and other food items.

I believe that's 1,835$ if you would please Merrick.

But of course sir. A bet is a bet after, and you did win fairly.

Merrick says.

Easiest money ever.

Only because you knew that would happen.

Knuckles tells him.

Not necessarily true. We all know it would after LAST time.

Shadow says.

He's right Knuckles love.

Julie-su look at him saying.

Even still.

Hey it was still funny nonetheless.

Won't argue with you there Shadow.

Hey Holly… he he…

KING SONIC WHAT DID I SAY THE LAST TIME THIS HAPPENED?

Sonic looks up at Holly and grins sheepishly as they hear another scream from the balcony and a loud splash.

Oh no, I forgot about Manic.

We all did.

Everyone runs out to the balcony where the Flickies, and the little Arm were congratulating one another. Shadow on the other hand goes and puts his money away and walks over to Micha who looked out of it still. Talking to her slowly she looks up gulping at him saying in a shaky voice...

Never again Shadow… I don't ever want to do that again...don't make me please.

Shadow smiles at her and slowly helps her up. She stands up on shaky feet, shaking like a leaf at what happened, when a bout of nausea hits her again and she goes and runs outside and leans over the railing, and as if to add insult to injury, she up heaves as everyone watches and cringes as it hits Manic on the head. Shadow walks out and looks over the railing as he folds his arm and scoffs as he shakes his head.

I...am NOT, cleaning that up your Highness.

Don't worry Lidia you won't have to.

Sally tells the Cocker Spaniel without looking at her.

That will be one of the things he does as part of his punishment. Along with cleaning out the kitchen tonight after he hoses himself down and takes a shower.

Out of my way! Coming through!

Holly comes out to the balcony with a glass of some kind of pink fizzy stuff and heads over to Micha as everyone moves out her way as she rubs her back and says something softly to her. Micha nods and is asked another question and she nods again as she was handed the glass of pink fizzy stuff. She takes it and drinks it down thanking her.

She will be fine. I gave her some of my Special remedy so her stomach should settle down soon. But as for YOU…

She points to Shadow…

Get her to the hotel to rest. I think that poor girl has had more than enough excitement for one day.

Agreed. I think we all have and it's getting late now anyway. Why don't we pick this up first thing in the morning, and go check out those readings first thing in the morning? Is that OK with you Veronica and Eclipse?

Sounds good to me Shadow. That will give me time to gather more information and compare it with past readings.

Me and Rouge will head out right now and see if we can pinpoint a location for an Emerald. I'm sure there's got to be one here on the Island somewhere.

I'll go gather all the data on Tikhaos for you Shadow and have it ready by tomorrow morning.

Thanks Sonia.

Me and Lara-Su will stay here and help clean up this mess.

You sure honey? I thought you two would come along.

Naw we're good. Besides I know you've been wanting to head out with Rouge again for a time now. So I'll let you have your fun with her. Just be careful OK?

Sure honey and thanks.

Oh and Rouge?

Yeah Julie-su?

Try not to have TOO much fun OK?

Julie winks at her giggling.

Oh you know me, I don't tend to mix business with pleasure. But I may make an exception this time since I don't know when I'll have him to myself again. What do you say Knux?

Will see how it goes. But for now let's head out.

Knuckles kisses Julie-su and he heads out with Rouge. Veronica and Eclipse, and the 4 little Arms say their goodbyes as well and head back to her place to do some digging.

Sonia goes and kisses her mother's cheek and heads out herself. Holly comes back out of her kitchen and hands Shadow something.

It's my special remedy. Just add it to a glass of water should her stomach start acting up again, and she will start to feel better in no time.

Thank you Holly.

Any time Shadow. Any time.

Shadow walks over to Micha smiling at her.

Are you doing better now?

Yeah I am. I mean I got my revenge on the Prince. So I'm doing good.

Shadow chuckles at her and helps her up. As they head back in Lara-su comes over to them…

Hey would you like a ride to the hotel? I don't mind doing it.

Sure Lara, that will be nice.

Thank you Lara-Su.

Hey Shadow?

Yeah?

Where's S-pup at?

You know that's a good question?

I thought he came in with us when we got here? But now I don't know? It's not like him to go wonder off on his own. He knows we may need him at any given time.

Hey Shadow!

Shadow and Micha look behind them as they walk down the hallway and they see Miles coming their way.

Hey Miles.

Hey, see you guys got here OK.

Yeah we did, but now Lara is taking us to our hotel for the night. Micha had enough excitement for one day.

A DAY!? Try for the YEAR MATE. Never again. I swear on Queen Sally's jewels never again.

Let me guess? Manic?

Yep.

Supersonic speed?

Mmhmm…

He laid it on really thick after she came around?

Oh boy did he.

Sonic got the bad end of it even though everyone told him not to after what happened LAST time?

Yep. Was funny as hell too.

I miss the betting didn't I?

You did.

How much did you win this time?

1,835 $. Who did you bet on?

Micha of course.

Wait? You placed a bet on me?

Not you per-say. But more of the fact of which girl would tell the difference between Sonic and Manic when in the same state you were moments ago. If you look closely at the two of them they are literally the same almost. Only difference between them is the fact of how Manic dresses, his eyes and how he keeps his quills.

Wait a moment….you mean that….Oh Chaos… did I? I didn't, did I?

At that Moment Sonic comes out into the Hallway at the same time Manic was walking their way as they stop and look at one another.

Blasted into Holly's kitchen?

Yep. Got hosed down by the gardener cause you ended up with someone's lunch on you again?

Yep.

Micha goes and stands there as she looks at the two of them unsure what was going on, and on why she didn't realize it sooner.

It was you that I? Not him? But you...i attacked you...not him… oh...sweet..mother...of… Queen Sally's...JEWELS… I did...didn't I? Oh CHAOS…. I just wanna die right now.

Micha goes and covers her face with her hat turning away too embarrassed to even LOOK at the two of them or anyone right now. Everyone just laughs at her causing her to go even redder in the face to the point she just wanted to cry, till Sonic comes over and places a hand on her shoulder. She peeks out from under her hat as he smiles at her.

Hey don't worry about it Micha.

He tells her as he gives her a thumbs up smiling…

It's not the first time that's happened to me, and it won't be the last I'm sure of it.

Micha looks out at him shocked as she stammers.

B-B-BUT YOUR THE KING! I-I-I JUST ATTACKED THE KING OF ALL MOBIUS, A-A-AND YOUR OK WITH THAT FACT! I-I-I SHOULD BE THROWN IN JAIL OR SOMETHING FOR THIS. I ATTACKED YOU! OH CHAOS! I'M SO SORRY I DID. I-I-I DIDN'T MEAN TO. REALLY I D-D-DIDN'T MEAN TO YOU MAJESTY! PLEASE I BEG YOU TO FORGIVE ME!

Micha goes and all but throws herself at Sonic hugging him as she starts to cry. Sonic was taken back by this as Manic and Shadow tried not to laugh but were failing so badly they had to hold onto one another so they wouldn't end up on the floor in a laughing fit. Sonic looks over at them shaking his head as he hugs Micha back as Sally comes walking out of the lounge smiling.

Listen Micha, it's OK. As I said this isn't the first time this has happened, and it won't be the last.

I know, but even still. I'm so sorry, your Majesty. If there's anyway I can make it up to you I can and will just say it.

Your fine Micha.

You know I'd expect this from Manic. But YOU SHADOW? Come on now? I thought Manic was the immature one here. Not you.

Oh come on Lara-Su, you have to admit it's cute.

Shadow!?

OK OK I'm sorry. Your right. I shouldn't be laughing. But it doesn't mean it's still not cute.

Strange on how your demeanor changes from the battlefield to everyday life. I Thought you were the more Stoic one of the bunch. But I guess I was wrong?

Shadow turns around and stands there with his arms folded in a leisurely way, as he holds his glasses with his left hand and looks at him.

Valon?!

Yes indeed. It's so good to see you again Shadow since yesterday. Pray-tell what are you doing here?

I can fill you in Valon. Shadow and Micha were just on their way out. Micha needs a bit of rest after today's events.

Thank you Aunt Sally.

He puts his glasses on and nods at her. Just as he was about to turn around and follow her inside, a Husky not much older than 17 runs up to Valon, panting.

MASTER VALOOOON!

Angel my boy?!

I-I-I'm s-sorry I'm so late sir.

It is quite alright Angel. No harm done. But you do know you'll have to stay to make up for the lost time.

Yes sir I know, and I'm sorry.

Where's Misty at?

She's in the room curled up and resting on your chair. The flight back really took it out of her.

I see. Very well then. Let's get going then shall we?

Right away sir.

Valon, before you go?

Valon looks over at Shadow and tells Angel he can go and he would be there in a moment.

What is it Shadow?

Who's the Cat? He looks kind of like Blaze but with Silver's color.

So you can see through his magic can you? Falanna must be behind that.

What do you mean?

Listen Shadow. I can't fully tell you just yet on who he really is. But you are right. Angel is the son of Silver and Blaze. The only other ones that know of him are the royal family no one else. Everyone else sees a Husky and that's it. So for now till I know what is going on, please keep it to yourself as to who he is. It's all I'm asking of you right now, nothing more. But there's something big going on. I don't know what it is or what's going on, but he is here for a reason. As well as me and my sister. So for now till I know more can you keep it to yourself please?

I already know what is going on. But I'm not entirely 100%sure just yet. Meet me here tomorrow morning, and bring the kid with you, and make sure that you wear something that's fit for the jungle and the swamp lands.

Don't worry I assure you clothing is not a matter to me. But if you're onto something you can bet I'll be here in the morning first thing. I'll let Angel know as well to be ready.

Shadow can we go now? I think I had enough for one day.

Sure Micha, let's go.

Remember Shadow.

Yes I know you don't need to worry I'll keep it to myself for now. I won't say anything till I know more. But so you know Micha already knows my input of what's going on. I trust her. So if you fully want my trust as well, then you're going to have to include Micha as well. What good is having a Team to back you up if you can't trust them?

Very well then. So be it. Tomorrow morning it is then. For now I wish you a good night

.

With that said and done Valon leaves to go find Angel.

What was that all about?

Nothing for now. For now let's go it's been a long day for the both of us.

Kay. But what about S-pup?

That's right? Where is that blasted robo pup at?

What's wrong Shadow?

Miles goes and asks him.

It's S-pup. I haven't seen him since he took me to Micha hours ago after she passed out from her attack she used on me. It's not like him to go off on his own like this.

Your right it isn't. Why don't you guys head to the hotel. If I find him I'll bring him to you. I'm sure he's not too far off.

Thanks Miles. Micha will need him to come tomorrow for scouting with Manic.

WHAT?! NO! Do I really need to bring him along Shadow? I can do this on my own you know?

I know Micha, but have you ever been to Angel Island before?

Not really no. but I would rather do this on my own thank you. I don't want that Twit anywhere near me at all. Not after today. He comes anywhere near me, I'll blast his blue ass to the moon.

OK OK fine. Will figure out something later then. Let go get our things from Acela's plane and head to the hotel.

OK. let me go grab my hat and Gear and I'll be right now.

Go on a head Shadow, I'll wait for her and she her out.

Thanks Miles.

Shadow heads off with Lara-Su as Miles waits for Micha to get her things. She comes out looking crestfallen.

Micha what's wrong?

I lost something.

What did you lose? Maybe I can help you look for it.

It was a picture of me and my twin brother Micha. It was the only one I had of him. It means a lot to me. I think of it as my good luck charm if you would.

Where did you last have it at?

In the inside brim of my hat where I always keep it. I wonder if it fell out somewhere along the path way out back? Or must it have fallen out of my hat in the plane? But it never has before.

Maybe Shadow saw it? Or he took it for some reason if he saw it?

Maybe? I'll ask him. Thanks Mr. Prowers.

Come on let's go.

They head out and as soon as they get outside they see Shadow and Lara waiting for them.

Hey it took you long enough.

Sorry Shadow. I was looking for something that may have fallen out of my hat.

What was it?

It was a picture of me and my twin brother Micha. You didn't see it did you?

No, I can't say that I have seen it. I'm sorry Micha. But if there's time tomorrow will come back and head down to the path way and see if we can find it OK?

Yeah, thank Shadow. It's the only one I have of him and me.

I promise I will find it Micha. Why don't you go ahead and get in. I want to say bye to Miles.

OK, sure.

Shadow goes over to Miles and walks away with him out of ear shot. Miles looks at him confused for a moment when he stops far enough away.

Hold your tails up and block the view for a moment if you would.

Nodding seeing something was up Miles holds his Twin tails up.

What's going on Shadow?

Here…

Shadow goes and takes out the picture of Micha and her brother and hands it to him.

Hey isn't that Micha's?

Yes it is, and I need you to look into something for me if you would.

What is it?

Shadow tells him what was going on and Miles Nods.

So you think that the image in the background could lead to his last known whereabouts?

Yeah. It looks familiar to me but I can't place my finger on it. But if my hunch is right, it could be big.

This isn't just about finding her brother, is it Shadow?

No it's not. Something in that picture bugs me. As if it is telling me something,…

And you want me to find out what it is.

Yeah I do.

Alright. I'll see what I can do. But you're going to have to tell her.

I know and I will. But not before I found out about that picture.

OK. I'll get started tonight on it and get back to you soon.

Thanks Miles. I owe you one.

No problem Shadow.

They nod and Miles waves by as Shadow goes back to Micha and Lara-Su who were waiting for him.

Are we good to go now?

Yeah let's go.

Just as they were about to leave, S-pup goes and barks and comes running to them, with something in his mouth, just before Shadow closes his door.

Hey S-pup, we 've been wondering where you were, boy?

He barks at Shadow and he goes and nudges him.

What's that you got there boy?

Shadow holds out his hand and S-pup drops the item in his hand, the moment he does it flares to life blinding Shadow and the girls. Miles who was almost back inside sees this as well and comes running to them to make sure everything was OK. After a few moments the light died down and everyone could see once more. In his hand was the Red Chaos Emerald.

Where the hell did you find this boy?

Shadow isn't that a?…

Chaos Emerald? Yeah it is Micha. But I never seen it glow that bright before, or with that much energy before. Only time I see it flare to life like that is when two or more are together.

Then what do you think this means Shadow?

I don't know Miles. But your guess is as good as mine. Call Rouge and Knuckles and tell them we have a Chaos Emerald, and to come back right away if they can. Also…

Shadow goes to the car and takes out the golden box and hands it to Miles.

I need this put in the top security vault here. It's something important.

Was this what you were talking about over the phone?

Yeah it was.

Don't worry I'll make sure it stays safe.

Thank you. For now I'll keep the emerald with me.

Right.

Miles heads back inside and Shadow gets in Lara-Su's car and heads off to the hotel. It takes them about 45 minutes to get there, due to night time rush hour. When Manic had taken her it only took less than 5 minutes. As they pull up to the hotel, a Valet goes and walks over and opens the door for Shadow and Micha just as a bellhop comes out with a luggage cart and takes their things. Once inside all the staff members look at Shadow but avert their eyes away from him as they go about their work. Micha catches this and for a fleeting moment wonders why but brushes it to the back of her mind for the time being.

The first thing seen when one walks in was a big Onyx and gold vein and Ruby gold vein marble Rose fountain. From in between the petals of the rose water was falling, giving it the feel as if it was crying in away. In the center of it was a big Swarovski Crystal Heart that sparkled in the light of the main area of the hotel. Micha was taken back by its beauty for a moment as she stopped and looked at it, as Shadow came over to her and smiled at her.

It's beautiful isn't it?

I have never seen anything like it before. It's amazing. It's as if the rose itself is crying, as if it lost someone it loved, and that Swarovski Crystal looks like a star in the night sky as if it wants to help the rose. I know that's a bit cheesy but I can't help feel that from this.

Well you wouldn't be too far off really. This fountain was made in the memory of the owner's first real love of his life after losing someone just as dear to him years ago before he met her.

Really?

Look at the plaque.

Micha sees it for the first time and goes and reads it out loud…

"IN MEMORY OF THE ROSE THAT SHONE IT'S LIGHT ON THE BLACK KNIGHT AND SHOWING HIM THERE CAN BE TRUE HAPPINESS AND LOVE IN EVEN IN THE DARKEST TIME. LET THIS ROSE STAND HERE FOR ALL LOST, AND LET IT'S HEART SHINE IT'S LIGHT ON EVERYONE WHO NEEDS THAT BIT OF LIGHT IN THEIR LIFE WHEN THE DARKNESS TAKES OVER"

Micha looks to Shadow then back up at the fountain.

It truly is lovely.

Excuse me sir?

Yes, what is it?

Shadow looks over at the gentleman who goes and Bows to him. He was a Mobius Raccoon, he stood 6 feet and was dressed in a black tux with white gloves, and had black hair.

I'm sorry to bother you, but your lady friend… *ahem* well sir… she.. well… don't you… well think...she's a bit… you know?

Shadow looks over at Micha who tilts her head as she puts her hands on her hips clearly annoyed. S-pup goes and starts to growl at him as Shadow was gonna say something when Micha beats him to it…

WHAT!? I'M WHAT? GO ON SAY IT YOU BLOODY TWIT!

Shadow goes and stands there with his arm folded, backing her up looking non happy himself as everyone in the lobby stops and watches what is going on.

Well Miss...I mean to say… your… well… a BIT under dressed… is all… and well.. this is….

A HIGH END STUCK UP SNOBBISH HOTEL WHO THINK IT CAN TELLS ITS VISITING GUESTS ON HOW THEY CAN AND CAN NOT DRESS? IS THAT IT!?

W-Well, miss… it's… kind of… not my choice of the matter. I-I-It's the owners miss.

I'M A PAYING GUEST HERE! WHAT RIGHT DO YOU OR ANYONE HERE HAVE TO TELL ME ON HOW TO DRESS OR NOT!? I WAS HERE NOT TO LONG AGO TO PICK UP MY AND MY FRIENDS KEY CARD AND NO ONE SAID ANYTHING THEN!

W-W-Well t-t-that was because…. *gulps* the Princes was w-with you.

OH SO BECAUSE I WAS WITH THE PRINCES OF MOBIUS IT MAKES ME DIFFERENT DOES IT?! BUT NOW I'M NOT WITH HIM I'M JUST SOME BACKWASH RESIDENT OF MOBIUS WHO YOU THINK YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO DISRESPECT JUST BECAUSE I'M IN A SPORT BRA AND SPORTS SHORTS! IS THAT FUCKING IT?

W-W-Well… N-N-NO… but…

Micha goes and gets really fired up now and gets up in the Raccoon's face who at this point was holding onto his tail as he cowers back. Shadow stands there smiling at her.

LET ME TELL YOU SOMETHING YOU TRASH EATING RAT! I HAD A LONG DAY FULL OF MISHAPS AFTER ANOTHER! I YET TO MASTER MY NEWEST STRONGEST MOVE AND ENDED UP PASSING OUT FROM IT! I WAS TAKEN ON A RIDE WORST THEN ANY ROLLER COASTER ON THIS PLANET THANKS TO THE PRINCE! I WENT AND ATTACKED THE KING HIMSELF BECAUSE I GOT CONFUSED BETWEEN HIM AND HIS SON! I LOST MY DINNER FROM THE NIGHT BEFORE NOT TO LONG AGO CAUSE OF THE PRINCE! SO RIGHT NOW ALL I WANT TO DO IS GO TO OUR HOTEL ROOM TAKE A HOT BATH AND RELAX! BUT HOW CAN I WHEN I'M BEING HARASSED ABOUT HOW I'M DRESSED!? SO YOU TELL ME WHAT RIGHT DO YOU HAVE TO HARASS SOMEONE WHO IS A PAYING GUEST! WELL GO ON! ANSWER ME!

The Raccoon goes and caves in and all but sinks to the floor in defeat as he hangs his head as his ears lower.

I...don't miss… and I'm so sorry.

Micha goes and folds her arms as he left ear twitches.

I'm sorry I couldn't hear you. Mind saying that again MATE!

I SAID I'M SORRY MISS. YOUR RIGHT! I HAVE NO RIGHT TO JUDGE SOMEONE ON HOW THEY LOOK, OR WHO THEY ARE! PLEASE FORGIVE ME AND DON'T KILL ME!

Micha goes and scoffs looking down at him with her arms folded as the sound of applause started. Shadow comes over and wraps an arm around her waist and pulls her close as he guides her to the elevators.

I'm highly impressed with you Micha. Not to say I think you may have impressed half the people in the lobby with that stunt.

Thanks. But after the day I had it was a matter of time till I lost it. That stupid trash eating RAT! Just went and pushed the final button was all.

Once at the elevators, Shadow goes and takes out his wallet and hands her the key card and tells her to head up to the penthouse suite and go relax saying he would be up soon. that he wanted to go have a few words with the manager on what just happened. She nods and heads up with S-pup right behind her.

Once the elevator doors were closed, Shadow heads over to where the raccoon was still on the floor in dread as Shadow walks up to him and stands over him with his arms folded. The raccoon goes and gets a feel of a cold eerie wind that washes over him as he looks up and bends his head backwards and gulps as the look of OH SHIT comes over his face as he gets a nervous half grin on his face knowing he was a dead man.

M-M-Mr. S-S-Shadow...sir..

ALL STAFF OF THE SHADOW ROSE HOTEL TO THE CONFERENCES ROOM NOW! ALL OF YOU IN 5 MINUTES! SO HURRY UP AND FINISH WHAT YOUR DOING AND MEET ME THERE NOW! OR YOUR FIRED!

Not waiting for the guy to get up, he grabs him by the tail and drags him to the conference room as every one of the staff members hurries to finish what they were doing. He goes and tries to dig his claws into the carpet to try and get away, but it was in vain….

UP ON THE 80TH FLOOR…

The elevator doors open up to the penthouse suite and Micha walks in gasping as if she was in a dream. S-pup runs in barking as if he has been here before. She looked around the room in awe of it all. It was decked out in black and white, with hints of gold and red all around.

Oh CHAOS! This place is amazing!

She runs to the windows that went from floor to ceiling and looks out over the city of Angel Island. Out back she could see a pool and she smiled.

If we were not here for business, I'd be enjoying this to the fullest. But maybe next time since we're only here for a few days.

Micha goes and walks around the room for a few moments as she heads to the bedroom to check it out. As she enters it she sees their things off to the side and she smiles. He heads into the bathroom and gasps out.

Holly shit! It's a Jacuzzi Tub!

Not waiting a moment longer, Micha goes and starts to fill the tub up with hot water and some bubble bath and heads back into the room and to her bag and gets out her nightgown. But on finding it and pulling it out she remembers that Shadow switched it back with her pink lingerie and sighs and shakes her head. Taking it and the matching panties along with her hair and tail brush she heads back into the bathroom and starts undressing. She sets everything down on the sink and she goes and shuts the tub water off and dips a toe in the water. Finding it perfect she goes and gets in and sinks into the hot water allowing it to sooth her sore tired body….

DOWN IN THE CONFERENCES ROOM…

NOW DO I MAKE MYSELF CLEAR!

YES MASTER SHADOW!

Everyone says at once.

GOOD! Now get the fuck out of here now before I really start losing it!

They all bow to him and they all take their leave. Sighing he gets up and walks over to the window of the room and puts his hands in his pockets as he looks out the window at the setting sun as storm clouds slowly start rolling in, lighting could be seen off in the horizon. Sighing, he places a hand on the glass of the window as he starts to feel crestfallen and nostalgic. His ears lower as a look of sadness comes over him as he remembers years ago of what happened in this very room…

"A storm rages outside as Shadow stands there looking out the window as a bolt of lightning flashes across the night skies. There comes a knocking on the door as Shadow looks over his shoulder calling out.

Come in.

Hello Shadow.

Amy? What are you doing here?

I think you know why Shadow.

Amy goes and walks in with one of her suitcases and an umbrella. She had on a raincoat that covered her knee length sweater dress. Black knitted tights could be seen under her dress. She had on pink and red galoshes on as she went and closed the door behind her. Her hair was in a long braid and was resting on her left shoulder. If one really looked at her, one would see a slight bump in her mid section.

Amy please don't do this. Won't you rethink please?

I'm sorry Shadow but I can't.

Can't? Or WON'?

Amy sighs and looks away as her ears fall.

Both.

Amy PLEASE! You know I only married Sally for political reasons, and to level things out with how people saw me. They needed balance and with her being the Princess it had to be her. You said you understood?

I did understand. I knew you had to do it. It was the only way. But..

Amy PLEASE! You know I love you.

I love you to Shady.

So please don't do this to me. I need you next to me. All of that is in the past now.

Setting her things down she walks over to him. She places her hands on his chest as she lays her head in between them. He goes and wraps his arms around her not wanting to let go. He rests his cheek on her head sighing.

It hurt Shadow.

Amy…

You don't know how much it did. Knowing that the hedgehog I loved was with another woman. I watched every day for 5 years.

But I never loved her at all.

That doesn't mean it didn't hurt. When I found out that you became king in order to fulfill Maria's wish, I backed you up every step of the way. I did so much for you, I risked a lot for you. I did it all for you. I had hoped that when you took over I would be the one to rule beside you… But… I wasn't.

She starts to cry, but holds them back as she goes on in a shaky voice…

When you told me what had to be done, I said I understood. But what you don't know how much it KILLED me seeing you with someone that didn't love you back like I would. There were so many times I wanted to go after Sally. So many times that I wanted to truly kill her. For taking the hedgehog I loved from me.

But I knew if I did you would hate me. I didn't want you to hate me. Even though you allowed me to stay close to you by living in the castle as your lover I was happy. I knew you still loved me when you would come see me every night in secret. It was like a fairy tale to me. I loved every moment of it. Even the nights we made love. Those were the most special to me.

I love you Shadow. More than you ever know. But when I woke up every morning to see you gone, or when you left shortly after we made love to go sleep with her so no one would suspect anything. I cried. I cried for hours on end. There would be times I couldn't… DIDN'T want to get up.

I know. The staff would come tell me every time something happened to you. But Amy you brought light to my heart when I lost everything that meant so much to me. If you left me now… I'm scared that that darkness would come back and take over again. You loved a beast that everyone feared and hated. You saw the good in me when so few had. You tamed the dark beast that was in me. You gave me new hope when I needed a friend. More than a friend.

Had it been any other way I would turn time back and take you as my wife. You know I would have. But now that is all over we can be together. We can become that power couple you always dreamed of. Sure it won't be as king and queen of Mobius, but we do have this Hotel I built before my rule when we first met, even had it during my rule and after, and now that everything is now in the past, I can finally focus on you. On US.

It was here for the first time, right before your rule, when you were still working for G.U.N as one of their agents, that everything happened. I had been working here for a few short months. You had called me up to your private penthouse suite to talk about something that happened, and before I knew it you were taking on a ride that night in your bed that I would never forget. Shortly after that we were going out and everything. For all those years up till your rule as king, it was the best time of my life all those years beforehand. Then you became king and everything changed.

But if your staff told you everything that happened with me? Then you know don't you?

I do. I know about Scourge. I know how he came to your rescue when I couldn't be there. I saw friendship blossom from a mere chance encounter. I allowed him to stay for your sake at the time. Then I started seeing things grow between you two. I remember he was badly hurt from battling G.U.N and saving you from them. I let him stay for you Amy. He needed help and needed care, and I knew you needed a friend. It made me happy knowing you had someone there for you when I couldn't be. I saw how he protected you for so long. Even during my final days as king. I don't know what happened when I was forced into stasis. All I remember was telling him to get you out of there and take you someplace safe.

He did save me Shadow. He knew that everyone would more than likely be after me since I followed you without thinking, and I know they would get me to think it was all your fault when it wasn't. You didn't force me to love you. It just happened. So he took me to the only place I would be safe.

Anti-Mobius.

Yes. He took me there knowing I'd be safe. When word hit Anti-Mobius that you came back and tried to take your rule back, I knew it was time for me to come back. But I was too late to help you.

Even though you were, you were still a sight for sore eyes. I didn't think I would see you again Amy.

Nor I you Shady.

They go and look at one another as Shadow goes and lifts a hand to her and cups her right cheek. She goes and holds it leaning into it smiling as a tear falls.

But in the 5 years on Anti-Mobius a lot of things happened. Scourge knew how important you were to me so he found a way to bring me back. He came with me to see if it was true or not. When he found out, he allowed me to follow my heart. I was a bit torn at the time. But I wanted to find you and be with you. He told me that if things ever change he would be waiting for me.

Things did change didn't they?

Shadow states as tears well up as Amy goes and chokes back a sob and nods.

Th-Th-they did. Yes. Scourge came back to Mobius about 6 months ago to check on me after so long. I told him everything that was going on, that I saw change in you, and how you were falling in love with someone new. He was so mad, but I told him it wasn't his nor mine's fault. I knew you still loved me but not like before. So I let myself live a lie for as long as I possibly could. That was till I found out…

Amy goes and places a hand on her midsection, smiling as tears fall freely now as Shadow goes and looks down, closing his eyes as tears threaten to fall as they touch foreheads.

I'm pregnant with his child Shadow. When I found out I knew I had to make a choice. Keep living a sweet little lie with you. Or go and be happy with Scourge and become what I always dreamed of, and raise a family like I always wanted to. I love him, Shadow.

Shadow looks at her, his eyes wide with surprise, which turns to hurt and anger. Tears flowed as he looked at her. Amy looks up and sees the look on his face.

Shady?

GO!

Shady?!

GO GET OUT OF HERE ROSE! GET OUT OF HERE AND DON'T SHOW YOURSELF AROUND ME EVER AGAIN! YOUR NO DIFFERENT THAN THE REST OF THEM!

Shadow PLEASE! I still love you…

NO YOU DON'T ROSE! IF YOU DID YOU WOULDN'T BE DOING THIS TO ME! AFTER EVERYTHING WE BEEN THREW!

Shadow goes and collapses to the floor crying as he pounds in over and over. Amy stands there stunned unsure of what to do. Tears flow like a waterfall down her cheeks as she stands there. She slowly moves closer to him unsure of how he would react. He looks up making her gasp out in surprise as she takes a step back. But before she could do or say anything he was on her, grabbing her by the arms and turning her around and pins her to the window and kisses her.

She was in shock for a moment as she felt the passion behind it, the hatred, the pain, the anguish, but more than anything, the pure deep love he had for her. She closes her eyes and wraps her arms around him and his grip around her loosens and he holds her for one last time. After what felt like a lifetime they broke apart.

Go be happy Rose.

Shady I…

Go. Scourge is waiting for you. Go be happy together with him. Raise that family you always wanted. Go be that power couple you always dreamed of, and give Anti-Mobius hell, and tell them I sent you.

Oh Shady I love you so much, and I'm so sorry.

I know. Please go. I need to be left alone my love.

Shadow lets go of her and looks away as she walks out, Amy dares not to look back. But she does anyway and he goes and looks back one last time. They stand there for a long moment till they go and walk over to one another and embrace once more and kiss one another one last time. There comes the sound of someone clearing their throat and they break apart and look over at the door. Leaning against the form with his leg crossed over the other and his arms folded he smiles at them.

Babe? We need to go. The portal will close soon. If we don't go now we will miss our chance till the next autumn solstice.

Yes, I know. I'm sorry to keep you waiting. Could you please give us a few more minutes.

He nods at her and takes her things. But before he leaves Shadow stops him.

Scourge.

Don't worry Shadow. I'll take good care of her. I won't let nothing happen to her I promise. I love her too much to let anything happen to her.

He just nods at him as he looks to Amy as Scourge walks out giving them a few more minutes.

Go now Rose. Please. I really need to be left alone my love.

Amy nods at him and kisses his cheek one final time and hurries out, knowing if she delays any longer she would never let go. She runs out crying.

Love you Shady…

with that she was gone. He hears the door close behind her as he looks out the window and leans his arm against it and he rests his forehead on it as tears fall as he watches her start to get into a Taxi with Scourge. She stops and looks up to where the conference room was as if hoping to get one last look at him before she left. Scourge goes and looks up with her and nods as if he knew Shadow was watching.

After a few moments they get in and drive off. Shadow falls to the floor once again as the pain, and anguish, anger and hatred take over once more, to the point it builds up and he unleashes a Chaos Blast just as someone was about to come in and sends them flying back. The blast destroys the conference room and a fourth the 30th floor…"

"You can try to resist

Try to hide from my kiss

But you know but you know

That you can't fight the moonlight …"

Shadow goes and snaps out of his trip down memory lane as his phone goes off.

"Deep in the dark

You'll surrender your heart

But you know but you know

That you can't fight the moonlight, no…"

he takes it out of his pocket and looks at it and sees its Rouge calling…

"You can try to resist

Try to hide from my kiss

But you know but you know

That you can't fight the moonlight.."

He goes and answers it as he walks out of the conference room and heads to the 80th floor.

Rouge?

Shadow miles got a hold of me. He said you found a Chaos Emerald?

I didn't. S-pup did.

As he gets onto the elevator he tells her what happened.

I see. That really is strange that it would flare to life like that without another emerald around.

So what do you make of it?

Not sure really? I'll talk it over with Knux and see if he has any ideas. Speaking of which he's back so I'll keep you posted.

Sure thing Rouge, talk to you later.

He hangs up as the elevator hits the top floor with a ding. The door opens and he walks in. Stretching out he goes and takes off his shoes he heads to the bedroom when he spots a Chapman bucket on the table with a bottle of Chapman in it with a Rose and a note card. He goes over to it and picks up the Rose and smells it as he reads that card. It only had 4 words on it…

Welcome back Master Shadow.

He smiles as he sets the card down and places the rose in the vase that was on the table. He takes the bottle of Chapman and goes over to the bar and gets two Chapman glasses. He opens the bottle and pour 2 glasses. One for him and another for Micha. S-pup comes over to greet him and he smiles down at him and tells him to go lay down. Barking he goes and curls up on the sofa.

Shadow heads into the bedroom, with glasses in one hand, the bottle in the other, and heads to the bathroom. He stands there at the door and watches her for a moment. He knocks on the door and she looks over.

Enjoying yourself I see?

Sorry I couldn't wait any longer after seeing the Jacuzzi Tub.

So I see.

He goes and walks over to her and hands her one of the two Chapman glasses, and sets the bottle down bottle close by. She takes it thanking him as she goes and sits down near her on the floor with his left knee up and his right leg stretched out.

You're lucky I'm to beat to yell at you to get out.

He chuckles at her.

As if it would work. I'm the one that paid for this room.

True. But there's one thing bugging me though?

What's that?

He looks up at her as she looks at him.

Why didn't you just tell me you were the owner of the place?

Shadow looks at her in surprise that she figured it out so fast. Looking down and away as his ears fall as he heaves a heavy sigh.

Because… This is the first time I truly came back since I lost her.

You mean that cute little pink hedgie I saw in the picture in the room?

Yes.

Shadow states sadly.

May I ask what happened?

Shadow goes and gets up and sets his glass down on the edge of the tub and starts undressing. He tosses his tee-shirt off to the side and undoes his belt and takes his pants off. Micha sits there watching him, blushing a bright red.

W-w-what are you d-doing?

What does it look like I'm doing?

Shadow looks over at her.

Well c-c-can't you wait till I'm done?

He goes and chuckles at her as he takes off his socks, boxers, gloves and his inhibitor ring and sets them down on the sink and turns around.

"Oh Sweet Holy Mother Of Queen Sally's Jewels, he's so hot!"

You know you never answered my question you know?

Shadow goes and gets into the tub with her and sinks into the hot water with a sigh.

Not to say, I never said you could join me either you bloody twit.

Shadow chuckles and shakes his head as he takes his Chapman glass and sips from it. He runs a hand through his quills and rests his head back as he relaxes. Seeing how she wasn't going to get any answers she just goes and soaks in the water with him.

They sit like that for a long while till 6 glasses of Chapman later, Micha hears Shadow sigh.

We were close, her and I. She was the one that brought light into my life after I lost someone long ago. I guess you could say that in a way, I was lost myself. She saw something in me that others feared. She saw a prince, when others saw a beast. She saw the real me that most didn't.

What happened that you lost her?

I did.

What do you mean?

Shadow looks at Micha and sighs, shaking his head. He gets out of the tub and heads over to the open shower and turns the hot water on and gets in. Micha watches him and sighs as she leans back in the water once more thinking…

"man he is one stubborn hedgie. Though I guess it could be a touchy subject for him. He did say it was his first time back since he lost her, and I guess I shouldn't have pried my way into his past like that. His demeanor really has changed from when I saw him on the battlefield. He's like a whole other person. Maybe I should go say sorry for prying into his past like that…"

Micha goes and gets out of the tub and let's the water out as she heads over to the shower. She stands at the opening watching as he was washing his quills, she holds her left arm as she looks away.

Sh-Shadow, I-I-I'm sorry for prying into your past like that Mate.

Sighing, he glances her way and his eyes widen in surprise as she stands there in her full glory. Her hair flowed down her back in soft lavender waves. Her fur was a very soft purple gray color, her belly fur and muzzle and under her tail was a softer gray. He narrowed his eyes and turned back around and finished washing his quills out. Once he finishes he turns around and folds his arms and says in a soft but stern voice…

Come here Micha.

What?

She looks at him confused for a moment as she looks at him.

I said come here. Don't make me ask you again.

Nodding she goes and comes into the shower with him, she finds it fairly big, she looks up at him and sees for the first time that he's at least a foot and half taller than her. She holds herself, more out of shyness then fear of his possible anger as she looks away once more. He goes and makes her look at him by placing a finger under her chin and turning her head his way. She looks into his crimson red eyes with her gray blue one and she blushes.

Sh-Sh-Shadow?

Shhh..

He goes and leans down and ever so softly he goes and kisses her. Her eyes widen in surprise as her arms drop to her side. After a moment she goes and places both her hands on his chest as he wraps his arms around her pulling her closer as he takes his left hand and places it on her ass and squeezes it causing her to break the kiss and throw her head back with a gasp. Taking the opportunity Shadow goes and kisses her neck ever so softly as he works his way down a bit then back up and licks her neck causing her to shiver under the hot water.

Sh-Sh-Shadow...W-W-What are you doing…?

He goes and comes back up and kisses her once more as she gently pushes him back to look at him.

It may be the Chapman talking, or your heat, but I want you right now Micha.

He goes and says in a deep soft alluring tone. Micha looks at him and blushes bright red as he goes and starts kissing her neck once more causing her to softly gasp out.

Sh-Sh-Shadow…

She moans out as he works his way down her chest once more.

P-P-Please Shadow…

He goes and stops and looks at her.

If you don't want this Micha then say so.

She looks away embarrassed as he tilts his at her as she scratches the side of her right cheek.

I-I-It's not that. It's.. well...you see?

Then it dawns on him after a moment.

Micha, is this your first time, and first heat?

She doesn't say anything, just looks away in shame, as if she did something wrong as tears start to well up. He smiles at her and makes her look at him.

Why didn't you tell me?

W-w-well.. with everything...g-g-going on… till now… I didn't know I was in heat to start with...a-a-and it makes sense now...with Jazz… b-b-back home, a-a-and possible… the prince...t-t-too...as well.

She goes on as tears fall.

Hey easy Micha. Easy. Listen. If you're scared, we don't have to do this. I think I have some Heat Suppressing medicine in the cabinet from when I was seeing someone her, and if not I'll go down to the nearest pharmacy and get you some, OK? I'm sorry if I scared you like I did. I didn't mean to. I won't make you do anything you don't want to. I can be a heartless jerk at times. But I won't force someone to do something they don't want to. In the end the final choice is yours.

I-I-I want to Shadow… r-r-really I do… it's just…

Just what?

I never thought it would be during my first heat. I'm already 19 years old. But even with Jazz we never went that far. We barely even did any foreplay.

Micha goes and buries her face into his chest fur shaking. He goes and smiles down at her as he lifts her face up cupping it and softly kisses her.

Do you trust me Micha?

She goes and nods at him.

After the last two days I do Shadow.

Then will you allow me to be your first?

She goes and nods at him once more.

W-will it hurt?

It may a little at first. But I promise it won't last long. We'll take it nice and slow and work our way up OK?

I'd like that Shadow.

Shadow goes and leans down kissing her softly as she goes and wraps her arms around him. Their tongues intertwine, exploring one another mouths. After a moment Shadow goes and breaks the kiss and starts kissing down her neck. He goes slowly as Micha moans out softly as he works his way down to her plump breasts. He looks up at her a moment and she looks down wondering why he stopped.

Micha?

She nods at him and he goes on. He takes her left breast and squeezes it gently, making her nipple pop out a bit as he goes and sucks on it causing her to gasp out loudly and moans. He gently bites down and tugs on the nipple causing it to harden. As he sucks on her left breast he starts playing with her right one. Pinching and tugging on the nipple.

Nya… S-S-Shadow...ah!

He goes and switches breasts and starts sucking on the right one now.

Nyah! Oh Shadow…

Micha gaps out as he sucks her breasts. He stops and goes and kisses her holding her close. He brings his arms around her and holds her as he reaches down and grabs her ass in his hands. She arches her back as she buries her face in his chest fur again panting. Chuckling he whispers something into her ear and she nods.

Smiling as he holds onto her, he reaches down lower and starts to rub her pussy. She stiffens up and shakes a little as she feels him rub it. Digging her finger into his chest fur she starts to pant.

Like that do you little Weasel-wolf?

She nods, not daring to speak.

Then how about we take it up a notch?

She nods again, as he stops rubbing her pussy and he goes and picks her up holding her by her ass as she wraps her arms around him. He sets her down on a built in bench in the shower. They go and they kiss for a few moments as Shadow stands up and over her, placing a hand above her as he makes her look up at him smiling.

You're a very naughty Weasel-Wolf you know that?

Shadow?

Take a look Micha.

She tilts her head and looks down and gasps at the sight before her as her eyes widen in surprise. Right in front of her face was his cock. Like the rest of him it was Ebony Black, that had two crimson stripes on either side of it, and it was fully hard and leaking precum. It looked to be a perfect 8 inches long, and 9 inches round.

Wow. Not even Jazz is that big.

She goes and blushes realizing what she just said out loud.

Shadow chuckles at her.

Do you want to?

She looks up nodding shyly as she goes and takes a hold of it and starts rubbing it. She starts to lick at the precum on the tip of it as she starts giving Shadow a blow job. She bobs her head up and down on his cock as she holds it, she licks at it and goes deeper taking him fully in.

GAH! Micha! Oh CHAOS your good.

Shadow clenches his teeth together as he closes his eyes shut as she goes deeper. Opening one of his eyes slightly he watches her panting out. Not being able to hold back any longer, Shadow goes and grabs the back of Micha's head and start to face fuck her going deep into her mouth and down her throat. She holds onto him, grabbing his Ebony ass tight as does so.

Oh Micha, shit… god you mouth is like velvet… I-I don't know how much longer… I can hold….

Micha goes and holds onto him as he keep face fucking her. Panting hard he looks down at her, as she looks up at him holding onto him.

M-Micha…. I'm about… oh CHAOS…. About to… cum….

Shadow goes and starts to pull away when she goes and pulls him back to her holding onto him. He looks down at her smiling as he pants.

So… you want… my seed do…. You? Y-y-your lucky… gah! I have a-a-a lot in me… from not…doing it...fuck… in a long.. time...oh Micha!

Shadow goes and he holds her head in place as he gives one final thrust and ends up cumming down her throat. Micha moans out around his cock as she is forced to swallow every drop of his hot potent seed. After a couple of moments he goes and slowly removes his cock out of her mouth. As he does she goes and swallows whatever cum was left over. She savors the last bit in her mouth. It had a sweet yet musky taste to it. Almost like roasted candied nuts.

Well...how...was it?

At this point in time Micha no longer felt shy or scared around Shadow now. Not as much as before. Nor of what they were doing, but she did trust him, and that was all that mattered. Panting herself trying to get her breath she answers him, licking her lips.

A… bit like… roasted...candy nuts...it was really good.

He chuckles at her.

Good. Cause we have a ways to go yet.

Shadow pulls Micha up and brings her close to him and kisses her, getting a taste of his own seed as he goes and lowers his hand downwards and starts rubbing her clitoris making her gasp out.

Nya...SHADOW!

He chuckles at her and rubs a bit harder as she clenches her teeth and arches her back.

Like that do you?

Oh CHAOS… yes….

He rubs a bit further down almost to her entrance and starts to pant more and moan out.

S-S-Shadow...what...oh god…. Are you doing?! Oh that feels good… d-d-don't stop…

She pants out as she holds onto him. He holds onto her and brings her down to the shower floors. Once there she leans into him sideways with her legs spread open as Shadow rubs her pussy. She places her left hand on his chest and bite down on her right index knuckle as she watches through an open eye. Shadow goes and leans down and starts sucking on her right breast causing her to arch her back. After a moment he looks up at her and he kisses her. He whispers into her ear asking her a question.

Can I put my fingers in Mich?

Yes, you can Shadow. But…

Shadow kisses her neck and down her shoulder…

But what?

Be… a little rough please….just a little?

As you wish Micha.

Shadow says as he goes and he licks her shoulder and neck, as he goes and he bites down on her shoulder, piercing the skin and drawing blood from it. Micha cries out as he does this arching her back as he holds onto the spot of where he bit her and reaches down and slides two fingers into her causing her to gasp out and pant.

Sh-shadow oh chaos…

Shadow goes and removes his fangs from her neck and licks the blood off her shoulder.

Hmm… someone sure is enjoying herself. You're already wet down here.

D-d-don't say...such things Sh-Sh-Shadow…

Only telling the truth. Nothing more.

Shadow goes and takes out his fingers and shows her.

See? Your dripping wet down there, and we barely started.

Shadow goes and brings his fingers to his nose and sniffs them. The scent there was sweet smelling, like sun kissed berries.

Sh-Sh-Shadow what are you doing?

He ignores her for a short moment and goes and takes a small lick at her juices on his fingers. He savors the taste for a moment, and finds that it matches her scent as well. He looks at Micha and gives her a sly grin as he goes and offers his fingers. She looks at him and goes and licks her juices off his fingers.

Well?

Like sun kissed berries.

That's what I thought.

He goes and slides his fingers back into her wet pussy, going deeper this time. When he reaches her core he starts to finger her. She moans and pants as he fingers her, her vaginal muscles clamping onto his fingers like vice grips.

Oh...SHADOW… faster….p-p-please…

Feeling her muscles clamp down on his fingers, he goes and fingers her just a bit faster, but not too hard, he moves his fingers around in her individuality and this drives her wild. He slows his fingering down a little and he takes them out and starts rubbing her tail hole. She looks at him in surprise. He gently rubs it as if asking for her OK to finger her tail hole. She nods at him and he goes and places his two wet fingers into her tail hole. She clenches her teeth together and she buries her face into Shadow's chest again as she clings onto him getting used to having something up there.

He goes and kisses the top of her head as he slowly starts to thrust in and out of her.

Oh CHAOS that feels weird having you finger me up my tail hole Shadow.

You want me to stop?

N-NO… I said…. Said...ooh harder…..it...feels weird….n-n-not….OH CHAO YESSS… that I didn't like it! Oh that feels good. More Shadow pleeease!

Shadow goes and fingers her tail hole faster. She wiggles around and plants hard.

Sh-Sh-Shadow...d-d-don't stop… I'm about… to cum… I think…

Shadow goes and pulls out his fingers and Micha comes down from a pre-sexual high. She pants and looks at him.

Why...why did… you stop? I was...almost...there…

Because you're almost ready is why.

Ready? Ready for what?

Take a good guess.

He smiles at her and her face goes red.

R-r-really?

Mmhmm..

Shadow goes slides out from under Micha and Stands up. He holds out his hand to her and she takes it, he helps her up and tells her to stay right there as he goes and shuts the water off. He comes back over and he picks Micha up bridal style and she holds on as he carries her to the bed. He sets her down in the middle of the bed and goes back into the bathroom and gets something. As he comes back out she could see a bottle of lube in his hand as he sets it down on the nightstand.

What's that for Shadow?

He goes and cocks a sly grin and answers her.

I plan to get both your holes tonight Micha, so just lay back and let me do my thing.

Blushing she nods at him as he goes and crawls onto the bed with her and goes and starts kissing her. He cups her face with his hands as he takes one of his hands and runs it down her body, feeling her soft fur as he runs his fingers through it. He gently pushes her down onto her back and he gets on top of her. He slowly starts kissing her neck, then at the spot of where he bit her a moment ago. He goes kissing his way down causing her to pant.

He grabs a hold of her right breast and kneads and starts to suck on the nipple once more. She pants out moaning as he slowly reaches down and cups her pussy with his left hand rubbing at her clitoris. She goes and bite down on a knuckle while through one eye trying not to cry out too much. He goes and he slides his fingers back into her and starts fingering her once more. This causes Micha to go and cry out at last.

Oh Shadooow! Please...don't stop this time...

As he fingers her, he keeps sucking on her breast causing the nipples on both to become hard. As he starts sucking on the left one for a 3rd time he could taste some liquid coming out of it and he looks up at Micha and smiles at her as she blushes, as he sucks harder. After getting a good mouth full he goes and swallows.

Tasty.

He says as he licks his lips. This causes Mich to turn a deep red and look away.

Now to try part one of the main course down below.

He goes and gives her a sly grin and she blushes. He goes and leans back down onto her and slowly makes his way down giving soft kisses here and there as he keeps fingering her and not stopping. He makes it to her navel and looks up at her with his crimson eyes that were full of lust. She nods at him panting as he goes and makes his way down to her now wet pussy. He goes and buries his muzzle into it, taking in her scent once more.

Such an amazing scent, Micha.

Stooop Shadow. Don't tease me like that….

Relishing in her scent he goes and licks at her nub and starts sucking on it. Micha cries out moaning and mewling as he does. He keeps fingering her, forcing her juices to flow out of her. He laps at them as he goes and removes his fingers from her and he looks up at her and sticks his fingers into her mouth where she starts to suck her own juices off.

He puts his muzzle back down to her pussy and he latches onto it licking at her silky soft pussy.

oh...Sh-Sh-Shadow… oh CHAOS… more… please….Nyah….

Shadow goes and sticks his tongue into her wet virgin pussy and it sends her nearly over board as she goes and reaches down and grabs his head as she arches her back.

SHADDDOOOOW! DON'T S-S-STOOOOP...PLEASE! OH SWEET HOLY MOTHER OF QUEEN SALLY'S ROYAL JEWELS! GO DEEPER!

Shadow goes and pulls her closer to him as he goes deeper with his tongue.

I-i-i don't know...W-Wh-what you're doing…. With that tongue of yours… but don't stop!

Shadow oblige her and after a few good more licks he ends up hitting her sweet spot that causes her to hold his head in place as she wraps her legs around him holding him there and she has her first ever orgasm. After 5 minute Micha let go of Shadow and lay there panting. He comes up smiling at her as his face is covered in her juices. He licks his lips and muzzles off and chuckles at her as the rest of her juices flow out of her and down her tail hole and to her tail.

I should have expected that, after my first girlfriend.

He goes and wipes the rest of her juices off his face and licks his hand off. Mich looks up at him panting.

What...was...that? Just...now… it felt… INCREDIBLE!

She goes and falls back on the pillow panting, as beads of sweat roll off her. Shadow leans over her and kisses her.

That my dear was an orgasm, and from the looks of it a strong one to. He he… You had me held down there for a good 5 minutes as you came.

I'm sorry Shadow.

Don't me Micha, it's only natural for a woman. Besides your lucky I can hold my breath for so long ha ha…

Micha goes and blushes red and looks away annoyed.

I said stop Teasing me Shadow.

But it's fun. Not to say you're ready now.

She looks at him and blushes as her ears fall in a shy way.

You sure?

I am. But if you're happy with what we just did then we don't have to go all the way tonight. We can try another night why we're here.

No I want to, it's just…

Still a bit scared?

Yeah.

Well like I said before. I want to get both your tight little holes tonight, and with as much as you came I won't need the lubrication for your tail hole.

But Shadow?

Don't worry I'll be gentle I promised I would remember?

She nods at him.

But what if I don't like it?

What happened to the kick ass, brave, take you on, take no shit attitude, sexy parkour women I met 2 days ago?

She's still here. Just… this is ….kind of the real me when not out on the battlefield, or race track. Or whatever. I hide the real me when I'm out there so people don't think me weak or anything. It helps me focus when out there cause I know I have a job to do, and if I let the real me out it could jeopardize things, and I don't want that to happen again.

I see. Listen, you don't need to pretend around me OK? I won't hurt you in any way shape or form. I promised I wouldn't, and I keep my promises.

She looks at him and nods.

Your right you did promise me and I believed you.

Good. Now relax and let your tail hole. I'll penetrate you like so and I'll show you how good I can really be.

Actually? Shadow?

Hmm?

Do you think you could do me...well… you know….

She asks him blushing. He smiles at her and kisses her.

Sure Micha. Roll over and give me you backside.

She smiles at him and rolls over and gets up on her knees and lays her front end down, and moves her tail to the side. He goes and he leans over her as he grabs a hold of his cock and rubs it as he takes couple of fingers and puts them into her already sensitive pussy and goes and scoops out any leftover juices and spreads them on here tail hole and inserts his fingers into her tail hole making her gasp out at the feel of them in there again. He rubs his cock against her pussy collecting any juices from her wet pussy onto his cock. His cock hardens once more after doing this.

He leans over her and holds onto her as he kisses her cheek.

You ready Micha.

She nods at him and sits back up taking hold of his cock and lines it up with her tail hole.

Relax your muscles or it's going to hurt.

Taking a deep breath a couple of times she lays there with her back end up as her tail goes fully limp.

Good girl Micha. Now I'm going to go slowly.

She nods at him. Even if it did hurt, she would endure it no matter what. Shadow goes and he mounts her as he slowly pushes his hard cock into her tail hole slowly. She gasps out at the feel of it. His cock was a lot bigger than his fingers were. She clenches her teeth trying not to cry out as she squeezes her eyes shut as tears form. She told herself she would endure it no matter what, and she would too.

You doing OK Micha? It doesn't hurt too much does it?

Taking a deep breath she answers him.

No it doesn't. Not really.

You sure?

Yes. Please keep going. It's starting to feel good.

Even though she had meant that last part to be a little fib, cause it was hurting like hell for her first time, for some reason it came out as the truth. Shadow nods at her and he goes in even deeper. He finally passes the entryway and as soon as he does he slides in so fast that it causes Micha to cry out in pleasure as she arches her back in as a new orgasm hits her. She starts to cum again for a second time that night as her juices overflow. Shadow goes and leans over her and holds onto her.

Sweet Mother Of Queen Sally's Royal Jewels your tight back here. It feels amazing back here. It feels like your ass is trying to suck every inch of my cock in you.

Without waiting anymore he goes and tarts to thrust in and out of her tight ass. Micha was on cloud 9 and didn't even mind how he didn't bother waiting for her OK. Shadow goes and starts slowly at first with a couple of thrusts, but he starts to pick up speed and goes and really thrust into her. Micha goes and cries out in pure pleasurable bliss, panting hard with her tongue hanging out.

Nyah..Shadow! Oh CHAOS… more. Please give me more. Oh chaos your cock is amazing.

Shadow goes and grabs onto her tail and pulls on it as he thrust into her.

Yesss!… like that… oh sweet CHAOS that feels amazing… love it so much! Oh Shadow, harder please!

Shadow goes and panting he takes hold of Micha's hips and thrust harder into her. Beads of sweat start to form on him as he fucks her tail hole silly.

Oh Micha! Shit! It feels like you're sucking me in!

He goes and he leans on her and holds her thrusting faster into her as he goes and bites down onto her left ear making her yelp out in surprise. He holds onto her by the ear and thrust even faster into her. Micha didn't know which was up or which way was down right now. Shadow grabs her breast and starts pinching at the nipples and pulling on them. He leans over to her right side and sucks on it as he thrusts into her. After 10 minutes he goes and pulls out of her and turns her over onto her side.

Taking her left leg, he goes and lifts it up and holds onto it as he shoves his cock into her tail hole once more. He starts thrusting in and out of her like before. At this angle he was able to reach her pussy once more. He goes and fingers her again as he continues on fucking her ass. After about 15 minutes Shadow has Micha in his lap facing him. They hold onto one another as he thrusts into her ass. Sweat covers their bodies as he holds onto her.

Micha… I'm about… to cum…

Th-Then do it….i-i-in me…

Shadow holds onto her as he gives one last thrust into her ass. They cry out together as he ends up cumming into her ass sending a thick load of his hot potent seed into her ass.

NYAH!...SHADOOOOW!

SWEET CHAOS! MICHAAA!…

They pant catching their breath for a moment.

Oh Chaos that was nuts.

Heh.. You think that was crazy just wait. We still have the final course to finish. That's if you're up for it?

I think I am yeah?

He smiles at her and kisses her as he lays her down on her back. He pulls out of her making her gasp out.

He goes and kisses her and holds her. He works his way down her chest slowly all the way down to her navel. He goes down even farther and he kisses her clitoris and sucks at it.

Sh-Shadow… oh...p-p-please… it's still so...oh Chaos...sensitive…

He chuckles at her as he kisses it one last time. He comes back up and kisses both her breasts and then comes up to kiss her lips. They kiss for a bit exploring one another yet again. After a few moments they go and they roll onto their sides in the spoon position, with Shadow behind her holding her. His cock was right between her legs rubbing against her waiting pussy making her softly moan out.

Micha, before we do this, I need to know something?

Shadow, I said I'm sure of this.

It's not that.

He goes and lays soft tender kisses on her shoulder and neck as she looks at him and he kisses her why rubbing her pussy and making her wet.

Will be doing this without protection. Are you going to be OK with that?

Yes I'm OK with that. So I'll be OK.

He nods at her and kisses her.

Then are you ready for this?

She rolls over and she kisses him nodding.

Yes I'm ready Shadow.

Shadow takes hold of her and lifts her right up a bit. He rubs his cock against her pussy and after a moment he goes and inserts the tip of I cock into her wet warm pussy. Before he fully pushes himself all the way in he looks at Mica.

Ready?

Yes, and don't go soft on me either. Ram it into me hard and fast.

Ne nods at her and he kisses her. As they kiss, Shadow goes and with a fast, hard thrust, he rams himself into her virgin pussy. Micha breaks that kiss and cries out arching her back, till she goes and buries her face into his chest gasping out and crying from the pain of having her flower taken from her for the first time. Shadow could feel the blood from her now broken flower wash over his hard cock as he starts to thrust in and out of her not letting her get a feel for him like she asked.

Oh Chaos, that hurts.

Shadow goes and holds on to her as she softly cries into his chest.

Do you want me to stop?

No, keep going...please…

He softly nods at her and he keeps thrusting in and out of her at a fast pace. He holds onto her till he goes and rolls her over onto her back why still in her. He places his hands on either side of her as she lays there and he starts to really thrust into her, not letting up his pace even once. He takes hold of her legs just under the knees as she holds onto his arms. He thrusts deeper into her panting as he thrusts ever harder into her. 30 minutes into their sexual fun, the phone rings just as Shadow has Micha leg on his shoulders as he goes deeper into her. After the 4th ring Shadow gets annoyed and answers it as Micha moans out.

THIS BETTER BE GOOD!? I'M IN THE MIDDLE OF SOMETHING!

As if to prove a point, Micha cries out…

Oh SHADOW!..Nyah!… oh CHAOS! I swear to Queen Sally's Royal Jewels you're even deeper than before. Oh CHAOS! Please thrust harder… I'm almost there...Nyah!

Shadow smiles at her and goes and thrusts harder yet….

On the other side of the phone…

One of the kitchen staff members, a dog, who had called up to Shadow to see if they would like anything brought up to them for dinner, stands there as his face goes stark white as his glasses go crooked as he listens in shock at the sounds in the background. His whole face goes red as he holds the phone away from his ear as a drop of blood drips from his nose. He blinked a few times.

Oh Shadow...please go faster, I'm… I'm… almost there! Nyah! Harder please! Oh CHAOS! Oh god YES! Just like that!

The few that were around him stopped what they were doing and looked over at him and listened in on the call for a moment. They all could hear Micha crying out a Shadow took her to a whole new level

As everyone stands around, there comes a huge Tigress and she looks around at everyone wondering what was going on….

Back in the room…

WHAT IS EVERYONE STANDING AROUND FOR!? THIS IS A KITCHEN! NOT A DAMMED BLOOMING RADIO SHOW! NOW GET BACK TO WORK!

Shadow could hear shuffling around and before long he heard a new voice.

So sorry Master Shadow. We didn't mean to disturbed you sir. We only called up to see if you and your lady friend wanted anything to eat. But seeing as how you a bit..AHEM… preoccupied right now I'll wait till you call us.

Thank you Hilda.

Just before Shadow hangs up he hears a new slightly older voice…

May I please take the rest of the day off and go home to my Wife Miss Hilda?

Go for it Stanley.

Thank you sir.

Thank you Master Shadow. I will await your call for dinner Sir.

After that the line goes dead and he hangs up chuckling.

Sh-Shadow?

He leans down and kisses her as he picks his speed back up. After 5 more minutes, Micha was in Shadow's lap as she held onto him as he thrust into her as she rode him at the same time.

M-M-Micha… I'm ready….t-t-to cum…

Oh Sweet Chaos I am to.

Shadow goes and lays on the bed once more as he allows Micha to rid him. Sitting half way up, he holds onto her hips thrusting hard, deep, and very fast till at last he cries out as does Micha, as he pushes hard against her cervix.

MICHAAAAA!

SHADOOOOW!

They end up cum at the same time. Her juices mix with his hot, thick potent seed as he goes and fills her womb. After a bit Shadow goes and lays back onto the bed panting as Micha goes and lays on top of him as his cock slides out of her. She snuggles into his chest fur sighing as he holds her.

That was amazing Shadow. I didn't think my first time would be like that. It felt wonderful.

I'm glad you enjoyed yourself Micha, and I was happy to make it special for you, and that I was the one to do it with you.

Funny how this all turned out you know?

How so?

Micha goes and looks at him and kisses him smiling.

We only met like two days ago, and now were having sex without even being together like a couple.

Who says we ain't after today?

He goes and smiles at her.

Shadow?

Would it be so bad if it were to happen?

Well no? I guess not. But we only met two days ago. Don't you think that's a little soon to be going out?

What's the matter? Is the little Weasel-Wolf scared of a CHALLENGE?

O-O-OF COURSE NOT! I beat your so called challenge today and won. So you wanna make this new found relationship one to THEN YOUR ON BUSTER!

Shadow goes and chuckles at her and he goes and rolls over causing her to fall off him as he kisses her and pulls her close. She goes and softly hisses out and Shadow tilts his head at her.

You OK Micha?

She giggles sheepishly smiling at him.

Y-yeah. Just a bit sore is all after our little romp.

He chuckles and kisses her.

That is to be expected since it was your first time, and you didn't want to go slow after you got a taste of me.

You're doing it again Shadow.

I can't help it. It's fun teasing you.

She sighs and snuggles into his arm and buries her face in his chest fur.

Does being utterly EXHAUSTED come with the territory as well?

She goes and yawns out stretching a bit as she feels like she was going to doze off any minute.

When it's one first time, or it is good sexual fun like that, yes.

She goes and smiles tiredly at him as she slowly dozes off. But as she does there comes a loud thunderous boom and it startles Micha awake to the point she goes and screams out and backs away from Shadow till she falls off the bed as lightning flashes over head.

MICHA!?

He goes and gets off the bed to see if she was OK. He finds her hunched over holding herself as another loud boom sounds off overhead making her cry out. He kneels down to her level and looks at her confused.

Micha are you OK?

Before she could answer him a flash of lightning flashes across the sky making Micha jump and she goes and clings to him shaking like a leaf. Shadow was taken back by this for a moment, till he goes and holds her and pets her head softly.

Shhh… It's OK Micha. It's just a storm.

D-d-don't let go of me… p-p-please Shadow.

Don't worry Micha I won't.

Another boom crosses the sky making Micha cling tighter to Shadow. He looks over the bed and out the window thinking as he keeps petting Micha head trying to calm her. He remembers Amy being a bit scared of storms too. But she felt safer when he was around. But the one thing that always helped her truly relax during them was a hot bath, and needless to say they both needed one after their fun.

Micha I need you to let go of me a moment. I have an idea that could help you calm down. But I need you to let me go to the bathroom.

Shadow?

Trust me.

She nods and lets go of him.

Stay right here till I come get you.

He gets up and heads into the bathroom and turns the hot water on in the tub and fills it with bubble bath once more. He comes back out as a bolt of lighting flashes along with a thunderclap at the same time Micha screams out as she gets up and runs to Shadow who had just come out of the bathroom. He holds her as she shakes.

Easy Micha. It's OK. Come on I got a nice hot bath going for you.

He guides her into the bathroom and helps her into the tub.

Just relax OK? I'll put my MP3 player on for you and I'll be right back. I'm going to call down and have the maids clean up in here for us.

She nods at him as he goes and turns his MP3 on and he heads out with the Chapman bottle and glasses from earlier that day and closes the door behind him. After about 10 minute he comes back in and checks on her.

How are you feeling?

Better now, and a bit relaxed.

He gets in the tub with her and he holds out his arms to her, gesturing for her to come over. She does and she snuggles into them.

The maids will be up soon to clean the bedroom up, and I called down to have something brought up for our dinner. I didn't know what you liked so I got us both Hilda's special. I hope you'll like it. Most do, and lastly I checked the weather out and it looks like the storm it's going to be here for the next two days without stopping.

Oh joy.

She rolls her eyes sighing.

What am I gonna do till it passes in two days? If you haven't guessed I'm not overly fawn of storms.

Really? I couldn't tell whatsoever.

Oh don't even.

She smacked him playfully. He chuckles and holds her close.

Don't worry we'll think of something. But I have the blackening curtains closed so they will at least keep some of the storm out.

30 minutes later there comes a knock on the bathroom door. Shadow goes and gets out of the tub and wraps up in a towel and opens it. Standing on the other side was an Echidna woman.

Master Shadow?

Yes, what is it?

I'm sorry to bother, but the room has been clean and the bed has been remade, with fresh lien and Hilda said dinner would be up shortly as well sir.

Thank you. You may go now and make sure where not bothered for the rest of the night unless it's an emergency, or someone asks for me specifically, understand?

The woman goes and bows. Yes sir I do, and I'll let the rest of the staff know.

Good, now go.

She bows and takes her leave as Shadow goes back to Micha, who goes back to snuggling him when he gets back in, after a bit the water starts to cool off and they get out and take a shower together.

After having another round of fun together they get dressed and have dinner.

After a bit they go and watch a movie together. Micha was snuggling Shadow under a blanket and was fast asleep on top of him, as he held her. Not wanting to wake her up he smiles and pulls the blanket up more onto them as the storm rages on, and he falls asleep soon after.

Come morning Shadow wakes up still half asleep when he feels something down below. He moans out and pants softly as he sees the blanket moving. He goes and throws it off him to find Micha giving him a morning blow job. He looks at her annoyed at having been woken up, but before he could say anything he cries out as he ends up cumming and Micha swallows it.

She looks up at him smiling.

What are you doing?

Sorry but your friend here wanted to say hi this morning so I thought I'd say hi back.

He looks at her annoyed but with a slight grin.

Mm-hmm? Turn around Micha.

Shadow?

He points at her making a turn around motion and she does as she's told.

Now bend over.

Shadow what are you going to do?

Don't make me repeat myself Micha.

She nods and does as she's told. He smiles as he sits up and without warning he slaps her ass hard making her cry out and look over at him. Before she could say anything he has her by her tail and he lifts it up and he takes hold of her panties and them down.

Shadow what are you doing?

Punishing you for waking me up.

Punishing me?

Before she knew it, Shadow had lined his cock up with her pussy and not bothering to rub it against it he rams his cock into it making her cry out as he holds her by the base of her tail as he starts fucking her hard and with out mercy.

After an hour and half of morning sex they go and start there day….

So what will I do? Why are you gone playing Indiana Jones? Before the storm, the idea was to check out places to find Extreme gear riders.

Yes indeed. Well you have option 1. You can come with me, Eclipse and Veronica to find the signal in the jungle swamp. But with this storm I don't think you'll be much help.

You could be right. Even though when there's a job to be done I'm a whole other person. So what's option 2?

You stay behind and help Sonia find any data that could be useful.

Well I'm good with computers and such, but only to an extent, plus I wouldn't know what to look for so I'd be in the way I'm sure, and I don't want to be left here on my own with this storm.

They were walking out of the elevator, as S-pup ran ahead, and heading out to catch a taxi as they were thinking, as every one of the Staff looked over at them and greeted them. They head out just as the Taxi pulls up and all three of them head out to the castle. Once there, they head in and right to the conference room where everyone would be meeting. As they entered through the doors they could hear something was up. Rouge was the first one to see them walk in and goes over to them as Valon comes with her followed by Miles.

Hey guys, you're here.

What's going on Rouge?

Apparently someone tried to break into the royal vault last night during the storm.

Valon answers for her.

He's right. We don't know who it was or why they were here, just that they, 1. failed to realize that we had just about every kind of alarm known to Mobius, and 2. they failed to get away with their prize.

Which was?

That golden box you gave me before you left yesterday Shadow.

Miles tells him.

WHAT!?

Don't worry we got that guy before he could leave with it. But what I find funny is the fact out of everything in the royal vault, they were only after it and nothing else. So why only your golden box, why not the family jewels or anything else in there. There's got to be a reason.

So care to shine a light on this matter Old Chap?

Your guess is as good as mine is.

Hey Shadow?

Morning Faker. Rouge, Miles and Valon just filled us in on what happened.

So do we have any clue on who the block is your Majesty?

Please just Sonic Micha, and no we don't. We have her in one of the Enforcer rooms right now. We waited till you guys got here to go ask him some questions. Sally is down there now along with Manic, and a couple of Enforcers and Lara-Su is down there as well. Sonia is still in the Archives trying to gather Tikhaos data for you. Veronica and Eclipse have yet to get here.

So what now? There got to be a reason the yahoo wanted that golden box of yours Shadow. But the question is why?

Shadow walks over to the monitors and folds his arms and he places a hand under his chin thinking. Micha comes over to see for herself who the guy could be and tilts her head.

He seems familiar to me for some reason. Like I should know her, but can't quite put a finger on it.

Indeed.

BEEP, BEEP BEEP! In coming call from Veronica…In coming call from Veronica…!

Shadow looks at the screen and presses the incoming call button.

Go ahead Veronica where mostly all here.

Hey Shadow, glad you're there. Was hoping you would be too.

What's going on?

You remember those readings from yesterday I showed you?

Yeah what about them?

Well something new came up last night.

She goes and types in a few things and an image pops up showing the readings from yesterday, and the new ones from last night and the images from before the changes.

The ones on top are from last night. The ones in the middle are from yesterday when we came over, and the ones on the bottom are from before the changes. Also I hope you don't mind, but we went out before the storm last night and I had Eclipse use his abilities and took readings and heard the results of them.

She goes and posts up the readings from Eclipse and the 4 young Arms powers.

Thank you Veronica, that was smart thinking. That saves us time. From the look of it, it looks almost the same but?

There's something off about them. Like something missing from them almost.

Eclipse comes into view.

I had Veronica take some DNA from me and the young ones and we compared them to the readings, and it looks like the readings and the DNA are very alike.

Yes I can see that. But how and why? What the hell is going on? Have you gone out to where you saw the readings last?

No not yet. We only got the new ones this morning. We were waiting on you hoping you would come with us so we could go check it out together.

Right, I'm on my way and I'm bringing Micha with me for extra back up.

Shadow?

He looks over at her and nods, and she nods back at him.

Two right, I'll be coming along. You're going to need a tracker and I'm the best out there. So just leave everything to me once we get there.

But have you ever tracked in a jungle swamp before? Everything looks the same and it can get confusing.

If she says she can do it then she can do it. Don't go questioning my team members abilities. I trust their strengths and weaknesses.

Shadow goes and looks at her annoyed. Daring her to try and question Micha and her abilities again. Veronica sees the annoyance on his face and backs off at once.

R-R-Right so sorry. so..ah.. anyway. When do you want to meet up?

Give us an hour. Something came up on our end and we need to deal with it first and foremost. It's early enough yet we should have time soon.

What happened?

Apparently there was a late night visitor, passed visiting hours and she tried to take something belonging to me and I want to know why.

Right then I'll give you and Mich the coordinates on where to meet up and then we'll go from there.

Hey you mind if me and Rouge come along as well Shadow? You may need someone who can read ancient texts, as well as spot traps if it comes to it.

You 2 OK with that?

If it's all the same I would rather keep the group small.

I'm OK with it Veronica. It would be a good idea to have a couple more on hand. I'm sure the girl can hold her own, I know Shadow can, I went up against him before. But if we end up in a temple or something and you can't read the ancient writing then will be screwed. Knuckles can read just about any ancient text out there. As for Rouge, she can spot a trap a mile away. So it would be a good idea to have them along.

Are you really sure Eclipse? I mean… well...er….there… so...OLD!

Rouge and Knuckles shove Shadow and Micha out of the way and push and yell at Veronica…

WHAT DID YOU JUST SAY?!

DID YOU JUST CALL US OLD!? THE NERVE!?

I'LL HAVE YOU KNOW THAT WITH AGE COMES GREAT BEAUTY THANK YOU! Though I can't say the same thing for Knux.

AS WELL AS GREAT WISDOM TO.. HEY! YOU CALLING ME UGLY YOU OLD HAG!?

OLD HAG!? WHY YOU EMPTY HEADED BABOON! YOU TAKE THAT BACK RIGHT NOW!

WHY SHOULD I!

They keep arguing till Julie-su goes and shoves them both out of the way yelling at them.

THAT'S ENOUGH YOU TWO! RIGHT NOW! QUITE WASTING TIME! WE DON'T HAVE ALL FUCKING DAY! SO IF YOU TWO DON'T STOP RIGHT NOW I'LL REALLY GIVE YOU BOTH SOMETHING TO FIGHT ABOUT! GOT IT?!

Yes dear.

Yes Julie-su.

Good. Now Veronica as Eclipse was saying. It would be a good idea to have them come along just in case. Though OLD…

She gives a pointed look at them both daring them to start again, but they don't..

They do have the wisdom and experience you will need along the way.

Very well Julie-su I trust your judgment, so they can come along.

Good. Now that settled, let's go see what we can find out about this thief.

After getting the coordinates from Veronica they head down to the too where the girl was being kept. As they all walk in they get a better look at h through a double sided window. She had her feet up on the table and was leaning back in her chair with her hands folded on her chest as if she was sleeping. She looked to be a Jackal.

She had very soft, almost gray fur. Her hair, inside of her ears, the tip of her tail, her muzzle and chest fur and stripes on her arms and legs, and her eyebrows were a light Dusty Rose color. Her belly was a dark wine red color. Her nose a medium dusty rose color. She had on a pair of very short shorts, that almost looked like a pair of panties, on the hem of them were dark mauve fur. Her top was in two different colors.

The bottom part was in black like her shorts, and the top part was in the same wine red as her belly fur. It had a gold band on the hem of it creating a sweetheart shape, in the middle of it was a blue gem stone. She had on a pair of gloves in wine red as well with black cuffs on them with a dark mauve stripe on it.

She had on long wine red socks that went all the way up and passed her knees the ended just under her stripes. They had black cuffs on them as well. She had on a pair of high heel boots in black, gold, blue, mauve, and wine red. The cuffs on her shoes had a bit of cloth sticking out like little wings. Around her neck she had a gold collar with a small blue gem on it. She had on wine red eye shadow.

So did you try talking with her yet?

No not yet Shadow. I'd assumed you would want to interrogate her yourself since it was your box after all.

Thanks. Micha come with me and follow my lead.

Sure thing Shadow.

They go and walk in and as they do the girl opens an eye and smiles at them laughing.

Well, well, well. If it isn't the Ultimate life form himself, and do my beautiful blue eye deceive me?

The girl goes and stands up looking at Micha in surprise.

Micha Manchester? Is that you?

Savannah Rose?! It can't be?

Shadow looks at Mich and then the one named Savanna cocking an eyebrow as the two girls as they hug.

What are you doing here you twit?

ME?! I should be asking YOU THAT Savannah. Why did you try and steal that golden box for?

My boss...Wait? Why do you wanna know?

Because it belongs to Shadow, that why, and it's important to him, so why did you go and try and take it for? Not to say how did you even get IN HERE?

That's easy, I've been working here for a time now as one of the castle staff.

How is that even possible. Even I know the King and Queen keep a list and more on hand of who's on their staff. Not to say, most all of them have the Family charm. So how did you even get one?

Well I'll tell you how. It was given to me. Just like all the rest of the working staff here at the castle. Also if you wanna know how I got past all them fancy security and such. Well? I have my ways as well. I always been good with being able to hack and bypass ANY security or firewall out there you name it.

I can do it, and last night when I saw Miles with that golden box, I knew at once I found my payday. Sure the pay around here was good, but I wasn't gonna stick around and be a cleaning lady to the royal family for the rest of my life. Especially with that damned dim witted perverted PRINCE running around. I swear to Chaos, next I see him he's gonna get it for that stunt he pulled on me.

He got you to huh?

Yeah he did, and I'll have his HIDE FOR IT!

Micha goes and snickers at Savannah.

So anyway. That's my story. So what about you? I haven't seen you since you moved away like what? Nearly 12 years if that?

Micha looks over and Shadow and he nods at her, and she sighs.

Listen Savannah. Right now is not a good time for getting re antiquated. What you did was huge and wrong. So now I'm going to ask you again. Why did you try and steal that golden box? For what reason?

Always strait to the point with your Micha. You haven't changed at all. When you're out on a job it's all about business with you first and pleasure after. So if you must know my boss wants it.

Who's your boss?

Shadow asks her.

I'm not saying Hedgehog.

She goes and folds her arms and turns around her tail swaying in a soft motion. Shadow goes and scoffs annoyed, he goes and slams both I hands down on the table making Savannah jump and look behind her. Her blood runs cold as she sees Shadow's eyes, as if she was looking at the devil himself right now, and he didn't look to Happy.

TELL ME RIGHT NOW WHO YOUR BOSS IS AND WHAT HE WANTS THAT BOX FOR!? THIS ISN'T A GAME!

Shadow goes and with a powerful thrust of his hands he goes and slides the table out of the way and into the wall to his left where it goes and slams against it breaking apart, why Shadow advances on her, looking like he was ready to kill her. Micha goes and stands her ground, even though she was terrified right now of his sudden burst of anger, ready to back him up should he need it. Savannah goes and cringes back out of fear for her life.

She slowly backs up into the wall and cowers there. She's seen this type of anger before. From HIM. Her boss, and the last time he was angry it wasn't good. Micha looks at her and gulps as she tries to hold her own, but the evidence was clear in her voice, she was a bit scared and intimidated right now.

Savannah you best tell him what he wants to know. This isn't a game. All of Mobius is in danger right now, and that box could be one of many keys to save it, and with how ticked off he is right now I don't know what he will do. So PLEASE just tell us what we want to know.

Micha begs her as Savannah slides down the wall behind her, curling up into a ball to scare to even move now, let alone say anything.

Shadow I think that's enough. You're scaring her. I know you're upset but will find another way for her to talk.

Shadow looks behind him at the two way mirror, scoffing he looks at Savanna and huffs.

You have 4 hours till I'm back, if you haven't talked by then, then I'll MAKE you talk got it?!

Savannah cowers where she is not daring to say anything. Shadow looks at her and turns around and heads out nodding to Micha to follow, she hesitates for a moment looking back at her old friend and follows. But before they leave Savannah yells out to the…

DOCTOR ISSA LONG! HE'S THE ONE YOU WANT! BUT DON'T LET HIM KNOW I TOLD YOU! HE'LL HURT ME IF YOU DO! HE'S ALREADY TOOK MY TEAM AND FAMILY AWAY FROM ME! SO PLEASE I BEG OF YOU! DON'T LET HIM KNOW IT WAS ME!

Shadow and Micha look over at her, and when they do they see she's crying scared to death of what was going to happen to her.

he...he told…. He told me he needs… the item in the box to help bring back some dark queen… I….I...I don't know what….he was going on about…. Just that if I got the box...he...he… he would leave what little….family… I have left! PLEASE MY BABY SISTER AND MOTHER ARE IN DANGER!

Everyone stops and looks at her in shock. Micha looks over at Shadow and runs to Savannah and holds her as she clings to her crying.

Micha PLEASE! He killed my father and brothers and my fiance, if I don't bring this box to him he will kill my mother and baby sister, and more than likely me and my unborn child. I only just found out I'm carrying my boyfriend's child in me. He killed Joshua a week ago when I failed last time saying if I fail again it would be the last straw. Please Micha help me.

Micha looks over at Shadow worried.

SHADOW!?

LARA-SU CALL THE NEW CHAOTIX AT ONCE, AND GET THEM HERE NOW!

Already on it Shadow.

Micha, follow Sally and take your friend to a room to rest.

Right away Shadow. Come on Savannah.

What? He's...he's helping me?

Micha goes and takes hold of Savannah and the walk past Shadow, but before they head out the door he stops them and looks at her.

I'm sorry I scared you like that Savannah, but don't worry I'll get your family back and save them. I may be cruel at times but I'm not heartless. Go rest and leave the rest to me.

Th-Thank you Sh-Shadow…

She leaves with Micha and Micha looks at him whispering… thank you to him. He nods at her as he leaves himself. Manic I need you at your best right now, and not at your childish cockiness. Got it?

Yeah I hear you Shads.

Shadow what are we going to do buddy?

Right now I'm going to head into the swamps with Manic, Knuckles and Rouge and meet up with Veronica and Eclipse and find that signal. I'll need you to use my secure private line Sonic and get a hold of General Risa for me at G.U.N.. Tell her your calling on my behalf and you need all the info she can get on Issa Long.

If you can't get through to her give her or anyone my bypass code.

Shadow goes and whispers into Sonic's ear and gives him his bypass code.

Right, leave it to me Shadow you know I won't fail you.

Shadow I got Argyle on the line. Should I tell him what's going on and have him get down here with the team?

Yes, and let him lead on this you're not going out in your condition. We can't have the next generation of Guardians getting hurt before they have a chance to run you and Argyle up a wall.

You sound like mom and dad you know that?

We're right here you know dear.

Yea I know. You guys were meant to hear it.

Lara-Su.

She giggles at her dad and kisses his cheek.

Love you daddy.

Right let get going, Knuckles, Rouge Manic come on.

They head out of the interrogation room and back up to the main floor. Just as they were heading out Valon came down with Angel.

Shadow, hold up a moment.

Valon? Was wondering where you got off to.

Yes sorry about that, I went to my room to get something for you.

For me?

Valon whistle and down the stairs comes a 3 tailed little silver and icy blue fox. She goes and stops near Valon and jumps up onto his shoulders and coos at him nuzzling him.

This is Misty. She belongs to Angel. I want you to take her with you. I already spoke with Angel and he agreed to let you take her with you for today. She has a shifting ability that could prove useful to you. I don't know why, but I get a really bad feeling about all of this.

Even Valletta said she's been feeling on edge the last few days. If only there was a way to get a hold of Mother, I know her tarot card reading could give us some insight on things. But we can't go home for a time and there's no way to make a call home. I do say these dimensional rifts are a pain when one needs help from home.

Upon hearing about Valon's mother, Shadow sighs and looks away ashamed. Rouges catches this and places a hand on his shoulder but he shrugs it and starts walking off.

Let go we're wasting time here.

Oh my, I do believe I hit a sore spot didn't I?

Don't worry he'll be fine. Anyway see you later Valon.

Rouge goes and takes hold of Misty and runs after Shadow with Manic and Knuckles following behind. They go and take Knuckles' car and they head right for the swamp. It takes them an hour to get there. On arrival they see Veronica and Eclipse waiting for them.

Your guys made it. But where Micha?

Back at the castle something came up and she was needed there. I brought Manic along, we can use him as trap bait and have him set them off.

HEY! OH COME ON SHADOW NOT COOL BRO!

Manic goes and huffs folding his arms. Shadow goes and grin at him chuckling.

I'm kidding. But with your speed you'd come out of it just fine. Now let's get going.

Right, the signal is coming from deep within the jungle swamps. It looks like it's coming from some old temple or something. I'm not really sure.

I tried to do a recon over near there, but every time I flew near there with Cregal it was like… I don't know… it was like something made him sick kind of, to the point it pulled him and me apart from one another. I fell out of the sky and lucky for me I managed to land safely on a twisted swamp beech. Cregal though…

He looks at the other 3 with him worried.

Whatever it was, it was like it zapped him of everything he had in him. He's back at Veronica's place resting. But he's really weak. I don't know if he will make it or not. I tried to get these 3 to stay behind but they insisted on coming.

Shadow thinks for a few moments on what to do.

Shadow if what Eclipse says is true. Then could it be possible on whatever is going on here it could affect you or even him and the other 3.

Him and the other 3 maybe? But with only being part Black Arms It shouldn't bother me. We saw the readings, we all did. But I don't know.

What if we have Eclipse and the young-lings stay outside why the rest of us go in. He can guard the entrance while the rest of us look around.

You alright with that Eclipse?

Sure I can do that when we get there yeah.

Right then let's get going we don't have time to waste.

Before anyone could say anything more Shadow walks off and starts heading into the jungle swamp. He lets Veronica take the lead as the rest follow. Rouge flies behind everyone to keep watch from behind. Misty catches a ride on Shadow's shoulder in the middle of the group as they head deeper into the swamp. Manic and Knuckles follow just in front of Rouge. Eclipse and the young-lings are just behind Veronica.

They take it slowly as they go through the deep waters and overly plush vegetation. Manic was the one who starts complaining first when a wad of slimy swamp moss falls on him as Rouge flies by.

Yuck.. You would think there would be a much easier way to get through here. I got swamp moss in places I didn't know I HAD.

You'll get used to it kid. It all comes with the territory of being a hero. It's never an easy job kid.

Easy for you to say Uncle Knux. You've been at this a lot longer than I have.

Oh quit your complaining Manic.

Easy for you to Aunty Rouge. You got wings.

Don't mean I'm not getting just as much on me you know?

OK you three enough. I'm not liking this either. But there wasn't not a lot of options to pick from. You all knew we were coming out here, you all should have put something better on.

They all quiet down after that and walk on. After another hour Eclipse falls back with Shadow.

What do you want now Eclipse?

Nothing just thought you'd like some company was all.

Well I don't so thanks. Just get back up there with Veronica, and stay away from me.

Aww come on Brother, don't you even want to know how I even got back here?

I'm not your brother so knock it off, and quite frankly I don't give a dame. All I know is if you turn on us I WON'T hesitate in killing you.

I won't turn on any one of you. I promise I changed.

Words speak louder than action Eclipse. So you best not be lying.

Shadow moves up ahead leaving Eclipse behind. After 20 minutes something started to bug him and he looked back behind him sighing annoyed.

So how DID you get back to Mobius anyway?

It started after our last encounter years ago. I managed to get away from everyone and I found a new home on another planet. Me and the young-ling stayed there for many years, doing our best to survive. We lived among the people there without a problem when one day war broke out. We did our best to stay out of it, but it was soon brought to us, and we had no choice but to fight. We did our best in helping the people there, but it did no good at first.

You HELPED another alien race to fend off invaders? That doesn't sound like you Eclipse.

I know. But over the years, ever since you killed Black Death, I become more clear on things in life. Anyway…

As I was helping out the people there, we were at odds on what to do. Till at last I knew I had to take a stand. I had to do something to help these people. They allowed me to stay on their home planet without the fear of the knowledge that they knew who and what I was. They saw that I was different then most of the Black Arms and saw them deep down I was conflicted with my past self.

They helped me raise the young-lings, found a way to make it to where what little seeds I had left of the Dark Spore Fruit left and turn them into a hybrid plant that could grow in any kind of atmosphere and environment, even on another planet. Thanks to their help over the years we grew strong. So together we took down the threat to their home world and I saved it. But not without a cause. The enemy saw I had great power and offered me a place among their ranks.

I refused their offer and I took down the leader finishing the fight. After which about a month later I left heading out on my own with the young-ling. We didn't know where to go. But I knew it would be a matter of time till their main force found me, and I was right. In short their ruler wanted me on their side, seeing how powerful I was. Told me either I would join him or he would kill me.

So what did you do?

How do you think I got here? I killed him of course. When I did we ran trying to get away. I took my ship and took the young-lings and we flew off. We were on the run for many weeks till at last we came on Mobius. I didn't think I'd see it again to be honest. With a last stitch effort we managed to take out the tree renaming ships and managed to save Mobius without anyone fully knowing what had truly happened.

I crashed Landed here in the swamps after that. We were in really bad shape and really weak. As we were trying to get away to find some place to hide, a smaller ship landed nearby, I could tell it was the royal ship to the enemy leader I took down. I didn't know what to do or expect at the time. I thought we were done for. That was till Sonia came out of no were and saved us.

SONIA!?

Yes. She was no more than maybe 10 years old then. She stood up to the prince that was on that ship. Telling him he had to leave due to royal protocols saying that he was in violation of them. That she would overlook it this time but next time she wouldn't be so nice. He laughed at her agreeing with her that he did step out of line, but it was only to thank me for killing his father off and ending his tyranny once and for all over his planet. After that he leaves without a problem. After waving bye to him she turns around to see if I was OK or not, saying I didn't look too good.

I told her I was fine and I started to head off with the young-lings. But before we got too far ahead we heard a scream and we turned around and saw she was being attacked by a ginormous swamp Cat and I knew we had to do something. So using what little strength Blurk and I fused together and managed to block its attacks. Then calling on Rhygenta we blasted the cat back but did little damage to it with being so weak. I told Sonia to get in my ship and hide, she didn't want to but she soon did. After which I managed to chase the Swamp Cat off, but not without getting badly hurt.

To end I found myself in a room 4 days later bandaged up and the young-lings close by. She told me what happened and in the end Sally and Sonic allowed me to stay on Mobius as a hero to the royal family, despite my past.

I see. So that's what happened, and you were OK with this Knuckles?

Not at first no. not after what happened. But after time went on I saw a change in him from before. And I got used to the idea. He's been a big help here on the Island and most of the people have accepted him even though he keeps to himself mostly.

Why wasn't I told of this?

More than likely due to the fact you were in time out so to say.

Good point.

Quite, all of you. We're here.

Where per-say?

Manic asks looking around and sees nothing but more swamp.

The readings say this is the spot. That we're right on top of it.

All I see is nothing but rain, swamp and more swamp. I'm so tired of the swamp already.

Hey that's my home you're talking about Manic.

Right… Sorry dude.

OK everyone span out and look for an opening of some kind. Something that looks out of place, anything at all.

Right!

After another hour Knuckles calls out to everyone…

HEY OVER HERE I THINK I FOUND SOMETHING!

They all head over to see what he found.

What did you find Knuckles?

Don't know, but it looks like well hidden ancient ruins of some kind. They look like Echidna, but I could be wrong, and they could be either Dingo or something else.

Let's head in and see what we can find. But be careful.

Here I brought us all flashlights should we need them.

Veronica hands everyone a flashlight and they start looking. After a bit Misty yips out to them indicating she found something. Shadow goes over and moves the moss and vines away from a stone statue.

Can you read it Knuckles?

Let me see… looks like ancient Echidna I think? I can make out some words but not all of it.

Ye who seek away in, look below and not above. For fear of the dark will show you the answers you seek.

I can't read the rest, it's all mostly due to weather and time. But I think it gives a warning of some kind from what little I can make out.

So the door is below us?

Manic asks with his hands behind his head.

Like a trap door or something? But we have been walking around this room for nearly an hour now and we yet to find…

There comes a soft crackling sound as Manic walks around and stops. He looks down at the floor and before he knows it the floor around him starts cracking and falling in, and before he could run away he was falling in with the floor…

AAAAAAAA!

MANIC!

Everyone shots at once as he falls down the hole. They rush to the hole as Shadow calls down.

MANIC!? MANIC, CAN YOU HEAR ME?

I FOUND THE DOORWAY! Ow…

HOLD ON I'M COMING DOWN!

SURE NO RUSH, TAKE YOUR TIME, NOT LIKE I LANDED ON MY HEAD OR ANYTHING!

Though it probably would do him good, knock some sense into him.

Knuckles laughs at Rouges comment.

Alright you guys stay up here. I'm going down first to see if he's OK. If he is ill, call for the rest of you. Eclipse you remember what to do right?

Yeah stay out here and guard you all. But if it's OK with you all, I want to see if that strange thing that happened with Cregal was a fluke or not. So I would like to come with as far as I can please.

Fine but wait here till we know Manic is OK.

They nod at him and just as Shadow was about to jump down, Misty goes and shifts. Icy blue flames surround her body and when they settle down she is in a much bigger form of herself than before. She ignites her 3 tails and icy blue fire engulfs them. Shadow nods at her and she goes down first to light the way, Shadow jumps down behind her, his feet hitting the ground with a soft tap. He looks around and slowly walks over to Manic.

Hey you OK Manic?

He shakes his head holding it as Shadow holds a hand out for him. He takes it and Shadow pulls him up…

Yeah. Head hurts a bit but I don't think anything is broken.

Told you, you would be good for finding the traps and surviving them.

Oh HAR HAR Shadow.

He chuckles as he looks around shining his light around.

COO. CU-COO…

Hey I think Misty found something?

Help everyone down and I'll go take a look.

Manic nods at him as Shadow goes and heads over to where Misty was. When he got there she was sniffing at a huge stone door pawing at it. Shadow comes up to her and gently pets her head.

Good work Misty. Lets see what you found.

He goes and with her foxfire tails and his flashlight he looks over the door just as the others come over.

Did you find anything Shadow?

No not a thing. They look to be sealed tight. I don't see any way in, and it's so big I can't tell if there's away from up there. Rouge do you think you could try?

Sure thing Shadow hold on.

Rouge flies up and takes a look around, after five minutes she comes down shaking her head.

There's got to be away in?

Well if there's not I could always make away in.

Knuckles states by punching his fist together.

Even after all these years you haven't changed Knuckles, you know that? It's always brute force with you.

Hey it's worked in the past before Shadow.

Yes it has, and how many times has your brute force got Sonic or any of us into trouble?

Aah…

Mm-hmm… to many to count.

Then how do we get in? There has to…

STARLIGHT SHOT!

Everyone looked behind them and ducks out of the way as gunshots were fired at the stone door. It goes and a portion of it explodes and dust, gravel, small rocks and bigger chunks fall and go flying about everywhere. After the dust settles everyone looks at the new hole in the stone door.

What the?

Who the?

Uncle K you do that?

No?

Shadow folds his arms and sighs.

Micha?

Micha goes and walks up, blowing at the barrel of her gun and holstering them smiling, as S-pup barks.

Hey Boss.

Micha what are you doing here? I thought I left you behind with your friend.

Yeah you did, that was till the Chaotix showed up and helped her out. Valon told me you guys left and I grabbed S-pup and here we are, and you're welcome by the way for the new door. You're lucky I showed up when I did. That was pure bedrock. Not even the old man would've gotten through it without busting his Knuckles.

OLD MAN!?

Easy Knux.

Well thanks. But next time…

Micha walks up to Shadow and points a finger in his face and he looks at her as a look of annoyance crosses her face…

Next time you leave me behind and doubting my resolve on a job or not, the next shot will be at your ass GOT IT! Don't you EVER make a choice without me again ON WEATHER I CAN OR CAN NOT DO A JOB! I TOLD YOU I COULD DO THIS AND YOU THINKING OTHERWISE DON'T HELP IN THE LEAST BIT! SO DO IT AGAIN AND SEE WHAT HAPPENS!

Shadow goes and scoffs at her grinning…

You know, your kind of cute when you're mad.

Micha goes and looks at him like a gaping fish gasping for water, till her face goes super red and she goes and SLAPS him across the face, as the others flinch at seeing her do that, as she storms off and over to the new doorway and into the room beyond it. Shadow just stands there grinning like the Cheshire Cat at one of the Mad Hatters Tea Parties. Knuckles come over and grins at him.

Totally worth it?

Totally worth it.

Gonna punish her later?

You know it.

He walks off chuckling as he calls out…

So you know Weasel-Wolf you'll pay for that when we get to the hotel!

YEAH RIGHT IN YOUR DREAMS BUSTER! I LIKE TO SEE YOU TRY! NOW GET YOUR BLACK ASS IN HERE I FOUND SOMETHING!

Shadow and the rest head in and as they walk in they see S-pup lighting up the room.

Holy cow… look at this place.

What is this place?

I don't know but look over here?

Everyone goes over to where Micha was and S-pup shins his lights on a wall.

Shadow that's the Dark Arms insignia.

Yeah, I know. But what would it be doing here to start with?

H-h-hey guys…. S-s-something's happening?! The signal is going off the charts!

Everyone looks over at Veronica as Shadow and Eclipse walk over to her to take a look.

Whoa?!

What is going on?

I-i-i don't know. I-i-it just starting doing that when I got close to this wall here? Like something or someone is behind it.

Shadow and Eclipse look at one another as the others come over. They walk over to the wall and place their hands on it just as Rouge and Knuckles come over and do the same.

This rock feels weird. Like it's not quite rock, but flesh too.

Knuckles state as he looks over at Rouge.

Yeah and it feels warm as well. Like it's.. ALIVE almost?

Micha walks over sensing somethings off, as she whispers to Shadow and takes out her guns.

Hey Shadow, somethings not right here? Something feels weird.

Shadow goes and he looks at Micha for a moment when his ear twitches as dust falls behind him. With lightning fast reflexes he goes and jumps on Eclipse knocking him out of the way as Manic goes and grabs Veronica and runs off. Micha and Knuckles jump into the air and out of the way as Rouge and Misty take to the air and fly up above everyone.

Something goes and moves, shifting around. As it does a massive eye opens up and it looks at everyone as they look back. It blinks its eye and lifts up its head and turns it at them and with a roar so loud it shakes the whole room and even the air.

Is that..?

a Black Arms…?

DRAGON!?

Both Shadow and Eclipse, who by this time had gotten up and moved over to the others, go and state at once…

MEANWHILE, BACK AT THE CASTLE….

So you're telling me, your Majesty, that Issa Long has this Girls family, of what little remains of it, with him, and if she doesn't get that box he will kill the remainder of them all. Is that it?

Yes general Risa, and since you told me you need him as well, I think this would be a good chance for us to work together, as long as you fill us in on what I going on, or THINK is going on.

Yes, very well. I'll tell you everything I know on my end. But it's not good. In return we will help this girl and the New Chaotix team out in saving her family. Be warned everything I'm about to tell you is….SHOCKING…. To say the least. So you best prepare yourself your Highness. You as well Queen Sally and Princess Sonia.

Sonic looks behind him and sees his wife and daughter behind him. Sally nods at Sonic as they look back at Risa.

We're ready General Risa, go for it.

Right it all began years ago during the final days of Shadows rule over Mobius…

Thanks to S-pup, Shadow finds another Chaos Emerald. The Emerald of Power. The moment Shadow comes into contact with it flares to life all on it's own, more than it normally would. But what is that? Could it be because he is one of the 7 Guardian Keys?

Sonic manages to get a hold of General Risa and has agreed to team up with the New Chaotix Team in order to save Savannah's family, who if she doesn't get a hold of the golden box given to Shadow will lose what little family she has left.

Shadow and the gang end up running into a long forgotten Dark Arms Dragon sleeping deep within an old cave of some kind. Needless to say they were surprised, but what was it doing there? What could it be guarding?

Things start to unfold this time around, but what could it all mean?

Find out in Chapter 5 Scouting Around and Mystic Town Part 2.

hey all fun fact time. Say!

So to start off…

1. will start off with Eclipse. I have yet to really read the sonic comics of late so I only know that Eclipse escaped the last time. But I didn't know where to. All I remembered was to me, though evil, he seemed… CONFLICTED with himself on whether what was wrong or right. He did have more free will unlike most Dark Arms. So I figured, why not give him a new perspective on things. So after running away he manages to get himself off of Mobius for a long time. In doing so he learns that there is another way to life and he no longer has to put up with Black Deaths rule and he can do as he wishes now. So after finding a quiet place on another planet he finally makes peace with himself and who he could truly be many years later. With a better understanding of what is right and wrong. He had many friends when he came back who also helped him understand even better.

2. for all the ShadAmy fans please don't kill me! I BEG YOU! I myself am a ShadAmy fan too. But I thought it would be nice to add a little something from the Shadow ships in here so I picked my favorite one, ShadAmy. So yeah. I thought I'd add a little twist and put Amy in during his rule over Mobius as his lover since he had to marry Sally as stated. Otherwise he would have taken Amy as his queen. I figured that with as long as Shadow has been around, he learned a few things why on ARK up to his capture 50 years prior to the game, and during everything else up to the Dark Arm saga of the game, up to when the time line got switched around, up to is rule, etc etc, he's had enough time to make a name for himself, and manages to keep it all even during his rule, just under different management. Thus the whole "cute pink hedgie" comment Micha makes, when she figures things out about Shadow and how he owns the most sought after hotel on Angel Island, The Shadow Rose. So yeah Shadow has money HA! Couldn't leave my husbano hanging now could I :3

3. Cregal, Blurk, Rhygenta and Cyzer. AKA the Young-lings. I figured since Dark Arms don't really age and they were still in their young form, they would stay like that to better suit Eclipse's ability. So I kept them young even though they were quite a few years old. I mean can you imagine trying to high 4 fully grown Dark Arm followers like that? It wouldn't be easy, and with how they look like wisp's, after finding out after reading the Tangle and Whisper Arch of the comics, I like how Ian and the team made them just as small and cute. There POCKET sized, pretty much, or at most cute sized. So I decided to keep that concept.

4. I told myself I wasn't gonna do another chapter part thing, but welp… here we go I am. So yea. With how this was going on, with a little bit of character development on Micha's part of who she is and such I figured it would be a good time to end it near where everyone for the forgotten Dark Arks Dragon and leave you all hanging for now why I work on part 2. I don't know how many parts I'll make this since I stated it was going to be a 2 day storm over Angel Island, and Micha couldn't go do what she needed to do for shadow. So yeah.

5. yes I know…. Huge detailed part of the *AHEM* part with Shadow and Micha having a bit of "MIDNIGHT" fun as I like to call it. Don't ask if I was being UBER BOLD AND BRAVE with that one. To be honest… I was hoping to hold off when Shadow got with Eris, which will still happen just not for a time yet. So yeah…. ^/./^;

So for now that's it, and all I can think of. If I think of anything more as I'm going I'll try to put it in the next fun fact segment of the next part. I do hope you all like it.

This is CJ signing off till next time, and sending you Peace, Love and lots of hugs