The day then ended, some students still chose to stay and others went on to go back to their houses. Soon, the three brothers' stood there, waiting for their chauffeur.
It wasn't long, though, since if the chauffeurs would take a lot of time they will lose their jobs. The driver was about to get out the limo to open the door for them only for Eclipse to open it for himself and enter, Mephiles and Shadow following. They never did like someone doing things for them.
It wasn't long until they reached their household, a huge automatic black gate opening for them. If you stop for a moment, you will acknowledge the detail of their manor. It has a modern and futuristic appeal, having only dark colors. It was huge, once you enter the property, you will see that in between the identical side-stairs that led to the entrance, was a way down to the parking lots of their vehicles.
Maids that also wore a future themed uniform; full body, skin-tight black suits and a skirt, then walked outside of the house, going down the stairs, lighting up the steps one by one as they stepped on it. Once they reached the bottom, they bowed and make way for the three. Shadow clicked his tongue in annoyance; he never liked being treated as a king (partly the reason why he likes Sonic).
When they reached the entrance, which was opened by a male mobian who was also bowing down to them, they were then met with a well-lit hallway, as soon as they stepped forward, some of it's metal walls dissolving into a hexagon shaped windows (which does not show itself from outside of their house). Then it showed another set of stairs that was on the middle of the halls, which led to the second floor of the house, and for the corridors; instead of dark theme was changed to the color white. All-in-all, it is classified as a space-age interior.
The three were then met by a gush of cold air, which came from their ventilation or what people calls an air-conditioner. When meetings was held within the household, the visitors tent to shiver from the coldness of the manor, but they, the brothers and their servants were used to it.
Going to the left corridor from beside the stairs, the brothers were groomed all the way to the dinning hall. They have to look presentable in front of their father after all.
The door then slid open, like how space-ships open their doors. They were now presented with a midnight black rectangle table, black fiberglass pod-shaped cushioned chairs appeared from the floor as they entered. Their father, Black Doom, sat in the middle while Shadow sat on his right, Mephiles on his left with Eclipse beside him. It was clear that Black Doom clearly has favorites, they all know that Shadow was very much acknowledged by their father.
"I will be leaving for a four month trip." He announced, not even touching his food, "And I entrust the Dark Household to you, Shadow." Black Doom added, standing up from his seat and left the dinning area.
"Thank Chaos he's gone." Shadow mumbled.
Eclipse let out a shaky sigh, he didn't even realized he held it.
"Raven." Mephiles called out,
A maid with a different colored suit then walked inside elegantly, not looking at his master to show respect, "Please bring the sustenance to our lobby, add some cat food for Iblis, thank you." with that said, the three also left the dinning area.
They went up to the stairs, taking a left turn. Then they reached a huge door, similar to the dinning area, it opened itself to reveal a lobby with three other doors. One on the middle, the other on the left and right.
As soon as they reached the lobby, Eclipse then looked at Shadow, giving him a suggestive smile, "Go around town?" Mephiles giving him an expectant glance.
Shadow sighed, shaking his head at himself, "Fine."
The other hedgehog huffed, crossing his arms and started going outside once again, Eclipse followed behind him and Shadow last.
The three simultaneously went down the stairs, going to the corridor on the right, reaching an elevator that only goes down.
Soon, they reached the parking lot.
Shadow clicked his tongue, annoyed. "No, Eclipse." he forced, but Eclipse began to give him the his pouty lips and puppy eyes.
It was a pure white car designed for racing by Gerald Robotnik, which is why Shadow is refusing on using it. He honestly wanted something that isn't too flashy, but what futuristic designed car isn't flashy?
"Shads, we can't fit in a motorcycle." Eclipse points, "All motorcycles Dr. Gerald made is one rider only." he reminded.
"And we can't take the Limousine, dad took it to the airport." Mephiles reminded,
"Then you two take the car, I'm using a cycle." Shadow then began to walk off, leaving a disappointed Eclipse behind.
"Darn, I wanted some brotherly bonding!" Eclipse whined,
"You just wanna bother Shadow since you look up to him a lot." Mephiles points out,
Eclipse gave him a sly smile, "You look up to him, too." he teased, making Mephiles shut his mouth.
Mephiles placed his hand on the car's door, pushing it like it was a huge button, then the door popped off going upwards, opening for him without the key. He entered the driver's seat, holding the odd shaped steering wheel. It immediately turned on, making its engine roar to life.
"Sir Gerald is a brilliant man." Mephiles mumbled, smiling to himself.
"Yep! DNA scanners are so convenient! And it makes the car harder to steal!" Eclipse bummed in,
The other dark just sighed, wondering how he could make it with the noisy dark brother, as the doors automatically lock itself. As soon as they entered, Shadow started his engine and went off, he was using a GUN marked motorcycle.
"Welp, Shadow will be Shadow!" Eclipse simply said, Mephiles already following behind the black hedgehog.
Shadow sped towards the gate which was already wide open for them. The streets were isolated, but as they go farther, it became more and more crowded. He zoomed pass cars, Mephiles following behind. Not long after, they passed by a house, lights flashing inside and out.
Shadow paid no attention to it, but the car behind him stopped, causing him to stop as well. He slowly returned, glaring at his brothers in the car, even though the glass is mirrored his glare pierced through.
Eclipse was the first one out of the car, nervously chuckling, "So you see, we were invited in Blaze's party and I knew you wouldn't want to come but Mephy and I wanted you to feel..-" He tried to explain.
However, Shadow turned around, hopping on his motorcycle and began to start the engine, "For the last f*ckin' time, no." he said and drove off, going to the only place he knows he wouldn't be bothered.
He stayed at the speed limit even though he was tempted to go pass it. Then, he finally stopped, leaving his bike on the huge sign that said Green Hill.
Walking up the dirt road, he angrily stomped his foot all the way to the top. Then he saw waterfalls from a far, and literally stomped all the way there, scowling and growling. If someone was there, they would have heard him.
It wasn't long until he reached the falls, climbing on a huge rock, going pass the water fall. He shook his body, removing any water that stayed, though he was still damp. He continued to walk forward, feeling the walls of the cave behind the falls.
Not long after, Shadow saw light. He didn't rush, but he continued to walk towards it until he made it. It was a cliff, grass was overgrown and some of it were flat, obvious that it had been sat on before.
The black hedgehog sighed, sitting down on the patch of grass, feeling the wind blow on his face. But his peace was soon disturbed by a rock falling on top of his head.
Shadow growled, looking up. His eyes widened, seeing the blue hedgehog there, staring at the stars too. Sonic didn't notice him, yet. But of course, he wasn't deaf, he heard the growl and looked down. Both having the same expression as the other.