AN: Wow, 80 reviews! I'm, well, happy!! *does the happy dance* Yayness!
Anyway, here's chapter 14!! Enjoy! *dances some more; note that I do not
know how to dance. Lol.*
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Chapter 14
Sonic was beginning to get bored, "Where are we going, exactly?" He asked, pushing a branch out of his way.
"We are heading to the gate of Avalon. It may take us a day to get there." Tarosamo explained, leading the way.
"A day?! What if we don't have a day?!" Knuckles growled, growing quite impatient.
Tarosamo continued walking in the lead, "Knuckles, you need to calm down. Rushing into everything may make the situation worst."
Knuckles growled some more but said nothing. Tails looked up from a compass he was holding, "Exactly, how far is Avalon, Tarosamo?"
"First, young Tails, we must get to the Atlantic Ocean and cross it, that may take a few hours. Once we reach the other side of the ocean, Avalon wouldn't be much further from there." (I know it may take LONGER to get there...but...I'm rushing things here! ^_^)
After walking for two hours, they finally reached the shore line.
Amy was more than relief, "Finally! But how will we get across?"
Tarosamo smiled, "Easy, we will rent a boat."
"Think you could find a boat large enough for five of us?" Sonic asked, glancing around at the small boats in the waving ocean.
The echidna nodded, "Yes." He walked over to a large enough boat. A bear was standing near it. Once Tarosamo was close enough to the bear he looked up.
The bear smiled, "Tarosamo! I haven't seen you in ages! How is everything?"
Tarosamo returned the smile, "Everything is fine, Bruce. And you?"
"Can't complain. So, what do you need?"
"We just need a big enough boat to get us across the Atlantic."
Bruce looked behind Tarosamo at the mention of 'us'. "Sure thing. Who are your friends?"
Sonic grinned as he pointed his thumb to himself, "Name's Sonic! Fastest hedgehog alive!"
Amy stared dreamily at Sonic, "My name is Amy Rose! I'm Sonic's girlfriend!" Sonic rolled his eyes but made no objection, what's the use?
"I'm Tails! I love to work with machines and I'm very intelligent!" Tails smiled.
Bruce nodded than looked at Knuckles who haven't said anything yet, "And you are?"
Knuckles looked up at him, studying him before he spoke. "Knuckles." Was all he said.
Bruce shrugged, "Not very talkative, eh?"
Tarosamo cleared his throat, "Knuckles is going through some things. What about the boat?"
"Ah, the boat! It'll be ready in a few moments! Do not worry about any fees! I'll let you take it for free and as long as you like!" Bruce walked into a shack and came out a few minutes later with a piece of paper. "All I need for you to do is sign here." He gave Tarosamo the paper and a pen.
Tarosamo signed the paper and gave it and the pen back to Bruce. "Thank you, Bruce." Tarosamo bowed respectably to the bear.
Bruce returned the gesture, "Anytime old friend. You all have fun!" He waved to them as they all boarded a nice size boat.
Sonic, Amy, Tarosamo, and Tails waved to Bruce as they departed. Knuckles only stared straight out to the sea, ready for anything faith throws at him. He sighed, maybe he should check on Rouge through the link...strange...having a link. How did that actually happen? Suddenly, he felt pain ripped through his skull. He gasped, falling to his knees, gripping his head.
Sonic was at his side immediately, "Knuckles! Are you okay? What happened?" He asked his friend in worriment.
Knuckles eyes widen, "Rouge! That bastard must have done something to her!" (AN: Sorry about using that 'b' word, but Knuckles is really pissed...can't you tell?)
Amy was also by his side, "How do you know, Knuckles?"
Knuckles was silent for a moment, then said, "That pain...it came from her."
Tarosamo nodded, "The link can also allow you to feel what the other is feeling. I'm sorry this had to happen, Knuckles."
Knuckles growled, "It's not your fault...if Slice hadn't tried to take the Master Emerald, none of this would've happened!"
"Who's Slice?" The pink hedgehog asked.
The red echidna growled again, "Slice is Rouge's older sister."
"Rouge has an older sister? I always thought she had an older brother and younger sister." Sonic said in confusion.
Knuckles rolled his eyes and sweat dropped, "Sonic, that was for ANOTHER fic!"
"Oh, I knew that..." Sonic said sheepishly as he took a seat.
Tarosamo cleared his throat again, "Ahem...let's rest. I'm sure everyone is exhausted from the long walk." Everyone took a seat.
Amy nodded in agreement, "Yeah, I am kinda tired." She yawned and lean her head against Sonic's shoulder.
Sonic's first instinct was to push her off, but after looking at her as she drifted off to sleep, he made no such attempt, he sighed.
The sun was beginning to set now as the boat drifted further out to sea, with Tarosamo guiding it at the wheel. The crew had now dozed off to sleep, all except for Tarosamo and Knuckles that is.
Knuckles couldn't sleep, no matter how hard he tried. Rouge was still on his mind. He tried calling out to her through the mental link, but got no response. He sighed; he swore that he was going to get gray hairs for this....
Tarosamo glanced at his depressed companion. He knew the pain that Knuckles must be going through. The lost and despair he must be feeling. He didn't like to see Knuckles going through this. They had to get the Joya De La Luz and soon.
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The shadowy figure also grabbed a boat, staying far behind the gang so they couldn't see him. He needed to stay close, but not too close, as were his orders. This was a mission he couldn't fail, no matter what.
He kept his eyes on them as darkness took over the land. They were beginning to sleep now. He couldn't sleep, wouldn't sleep. All he needed to do was watch them. Watch them and wait. Wait for the right moment. That was his orders. He smirked to himself, what an easy mission...
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"Rouge?" A voice asked from across the room.
Rouge lay quietly on a small bed that came with the poor cell. Her eyes were close, but she wasn't asleep, she couldn't sleep. Her breathing was hollow and her head ached. She couldn't move, nor did she dare. Right now, all she wanted was peace.
"Rouge?" The voice asked again, this time more persistent.
She slowly turned to where the voice was coming from. The other cell. "What?" She asked. Her head throbbed with each movement she made.
"Are you...okay?"
She sighed, of course she wasn't okay! What kind of question is that? "Who are you?"
The voice sighed, "My name is Black Light...I am...was...your sister's companion."
Rouge nearly fell off the cot at that, "My...my sister?"
"Yes." Black Light continued, "She was injured fighting Sameo."
Rouge snorted, "Served her right."
"You do not like your sister?"
"I don't hate her, I just don't like her."
Black Light was silent for a moment, "...Why do you dislike her then?"
"She's been torturing me ever since we were kids. Could you stop asking me questions? My head hurts..." Rouge rubbed her head to emphasize her point.
"I am sorry, Rouge." Black Light turned away from her to tend to Slice who was still unconscious and made no sign of recovering soon.
Rouge didn't felt like talking anymore, she leaned up against a corner wall in the cell and pulled up her knees, wrapping her arms around them. She leaned the back of her head against the wall, looking at the dark ceiling. She sighed, "How is she?"
Black Light turned back to Rouge in the other cell block, "Slice? Honestly, I can't tell..." The panther looked sadly down at the fallen bat.
Rouge smirked through her pain, "Don't worry...she'll make it...Slice is strong."
Black Light smiled at that, "I know she is. Since we'll probably be here for a while..."
"Yeah?" Rouge turned her glazed from the ceiling to the panther in the other cell.
"Could you tell me a little about yourself? And your sister? So I could get to know you and her a little better..."
Rouge shrugged, "I guess. We both are treasure hunters, searching all over the world for all types of jewels. We had a clan, with Slice being the leader." She rolled her eyes, "Anyway, anything in particular that you want to know about?"
"Actually, there is..." Black Light paused for a moment, "Is Slice...well...is she...seeing anyone...special?" Black Light blushed.
Rouge raised an eyebrow and laughed hoarsely, "Don't tell me you like her!"
Black Light blushed deepen, "Uh..."
"You do! Wow, never thought she'll soften up." Rouge said.
Black Light looked down at the other bat. She could never feel the same way...
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Amy opened her eyes. It was still dark outside. Wonder what woke her? She yawned then heard a horrible noise which scared her. Slowly, she turned around to see...Sonic snoring. His snoring must have woken her up. She giggled at him as he leaned against the railing of the boat with his elbows plopped behind him and his head titled back with his mouth agape.
'That doesn't look too conformable.' Amy thought to herself as she gently moved Sonic so he was now lying down on the cool bench. 'There. That's much better.'
"Snooooreee...." Was Sonic's only reply and in turned, Amy giggled softly.
"You're so cute, Sonikku." She whispered before kissing him lightly on his cheek. Sonic didn't stir. Amy yawned again and laid down next to Sonic, placing her head on his chest. "Good night, Sonikku...."
"Night Ames." Amy eyes widen as she heard the reply. She turned to face Sonic but he was asleep...maybe her mind was playing tricks on her. She shrugged it off and closed her eyes after getting comfortable again.
Sonic smirked as he opened one eye to look at the pink hedgehog. 'This isn't so bad after all...' He thought as he pulled Amy closer to his warm body before dozing off again.
Knuckles watched as this took place, shocked. 'I guess Sonic's not such a pervert after all...' Knuckles thought before moving his head back towards the night sky. The stars twinkled down on him. He was the only one awake now. Tails was asleep in the small cabin below deck and Tarosamo was on the other end of the boat, sleeping on one of those benches. Knuckles closed his eyes; he so desperately wanted to hear Rouge's voice again. To look into her beautiful eyes again. Knuckles smirked as he opened his eyes. Listen to him; this is so not like him. He once hated the romantic gibberish junk, and he guessed, that was only because he never had anyone to love. But that was then and this is now.
He wanted to try the link once more before going off to bed, he opened the link. 'Rouge?' He waited for a few minutes before trying again, 'Rouge, can you hear me?'
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Rouge was snoring away until she felt a faint tug in the back of her brain. "Go away..." She murmured in her sleep. She was so exhausted...
'Rouge, can you hear me?"
At that, her eyes snapped opened, "Knuckles?" She asked out loud.
'Rouge! Thank god you're alright!'
Rouge grinned, 'Knuckles! Where are you?'
'We're on the Atlantic ocean, on our way to Avalon. We're going to get the Jewel De La Luz.'
'Hurry up Knuckles...I don't know how much time I have left. Oh, and you wont believe this, but Slice is here too!'
Knuckles growled through the link, 'What is she doing there? Siding with Sameo?'
Rouge shook her head, even though she knew Knuckles couldn't see it, 'No, Knuxie, she's a prisoner too.'
'Really now? I'm not surprise. Serves her right for starting this crazy adventure anyway!'
Rouge sighed, 'Knuckles, you shouldn't hold such a grudge against my sister, and plus, some good things came out of it, right?'
Knuckles blushed on his end, for he knew what she was refereeing to. 'I guess...'
'Good, now, get some sleep, okay? You're going to need all the strength you can get if you plan on getting me out of here.'
'Alright...'
'Good night Knuckles, love ya!'
'Night Rouge, love you too.' And with that, the link was terminated.
Rouge smiled to herself, feeling much better now that she was able to speak with Knuckles. She didn't realize how much loved him, but she does now. She loves him with all her heart, body, and soul! (AN: That's so corny! That's how I was when I first met my 'boyfriend'! Now I'm like, 'wha?' lol)
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Sameo smirked; she thinks he doesn't know about that little connection? Sameo knew everything that went on in his world. He can destroy the connection just like that, if he wanted to. But he prefers to find as much information out as he can by allowing that bat to use that ridiculous link.
Knuckles can't win, even if he does somehow find the jewel and demands to fight him. He was the most powerful being in the universe, and nothing will stand in his way to get what he wants. Not even a stupid echidna!
The dragon picked up the black jewel and stared at it. Its power was amazing; he could feel it surging through the jewel, flowing into his veins. He'll be unstoppable, no doubt about that. Even hell will wither at his superiority.
Sameo placed the jewel around his neck again; he couldn't WAIT for Knuckles to show up...
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That ends Chapter 14. You know, I was gonna name that bear Yogi and give him a sidekick name Booboo. ^_^
I also think the link is a little funny...every time I read over that, it makes me laugh. lol
Also, what Knuckles was talking about with Rouge having an older brother and a younger sister, that was in my other story "Blade the Bat", which I've removed.
Okay, I don't normally do this kinda thing right here, but I'm asking people for their opinions and some suggestions, what can I do to make this story better? If y'all like it the way it is, that's awesome. Well, until next chapter.
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Chapter 14
Sonic was beginning to get bored, "Where are we going, exactly?" He asked, pushing a branch out of his way.
"We are heading to the gate of Avalon. It may take us a day to get there." Tarosamo explained, leading the way.
"A day?! What if we don't have a day?!" Knuckles growled, growing quite impatient.
Tarosamo continued walking in the lead, "Knuckles, you need to calm down. Rushing into everything may make the situation worst."
Knuckles growled some more but said nothing. Tails looked up from a compass he was holding, "Exactly, how far is Avalon, Tarosamo?"
"First, young Tails, we must get to the Atlantic Ocean and cross it, that may take a few hours. Once we reach the other side of the ocean, Avalon wouldn't be much further from there." (I know it may take LONGER to get there...but...I'm rushing things here! ^_^)
After walking for two hours, they finally reached the shore line.
Amy was more than relief, "Finally! But how will we get across?"
Tarosamo smiled, "Easy, we will rent a boat."
"Think you could find a boat large enough for five of us?" Sonic asked, glancing around at the small boats in the waving ocean.
The echidna nodded, "Yes." He walked over to a large enough boat. A bear was standing near it. Once Tarosamo was close enough to the bear he looked up.
The bear smiled, "Tarosamo! I haven't seen you in ages! How is everything?"
Tarosamo returned the smile, "Everything is fine, Bruce. And you?"
"Can't complain. So, what do you need?"
"We just need a big enough boat to get us across the Atlantic."
Bruce looked behind Tarosamo at the mention of 'us'. "Sure thing. Who are your friends?"
Sonic grinned as he pointed his thumb to himself, "Name's Sonic! Fastest hedgehog alive!"
Amy stared dreamily at Sonic, "My name is Amy Rose! I'm Sonic's girlfriend!" Sonic rolled his eyes but made no objection, what's the use?
"I'm Tails! I love to work with machines and I'm very intelligent!" Tails smiled.
Bruce nodded than looked at Knuckles who haven't said anything yet, "And you are?"
Knuckles looked up at him, studying him before he spoke. "Knuckles." Was all he said.
Bruce shrugged, "Not very talkative, eh?"
Tarosamo cleared his throat, "Knuckles is going through some things. What about the boat?"
"Ah, the boat! It'll be ready in a few moments! Do not worry about any fees! I'll let you take it for free and as long as you like!" Bruce walked into a shack and came out a few minutes later with a piece of paper. "All I need for you to do is sign here." He gave Tarosamo the paper and a pen.
Tarosamo signed the paper and gave it and the pen back to Bruce. "Thank you, Bruce." Tarosamo bowed respectably to the bear.
Bruce returned the gesture, "Anytime old friend. You all have fun!" He waved to them as they all boarded a nice size boat.
Sonic, Amy, Tarosamo, and Tails waved to Bruce as they departed. Knuckles only stared straight out to the sea, ready for anything faith throws at him. He sighed, maybe he should check on Rouge through the link...strange...having a link. How did that actually happen? Suddenly, he felt pain ripped through his skull. He gasped, falling to his knees, gripping his head.
Sonic was at his side immediately, "Knuckles! Are you okay? What happened?" He asked his friend in worriment.
Knuckles eyes widen, "Rouge! That bastard must have done something to her!" (AN: Sorry about using that 'b' word, but Knuckles is really pissed...can't you tell?)
Amy was also by his side, "How do you know, Knuckles?"
Knuckles was silent for a moment, then said, "That pain...it came from her."
Tarosamo nodded, "The link can also allow you to feel what the other is feeling. I'm sorry this had to happen, Knuckles."
Knuckles growled, "It's not your fault...if Slice hadn't tried to take the Master Emerald, none of this would've happened!"
"Who's Slice?" The pink hedgehog asked.
The red echidna growled again, "Slice is Rouge's older sister."
"Rouge has an older sister? I always thought she had an older brother and younger sister." Sonic said in confusion.
Knuckles rolled his eyes and sweat dropped, "Sonic, that was for ANOTHER fic!"
"Oh, I knew that..." Sonic said sheepishly as he took a seat.
Tarosamo cleared his throat again, "Ahem...let's rest. I'm sure everyone is exhausted from the long walk." Everyone took a seat.
Amy nodded in agreement, "Yeah, I am kinda tired." She yawned and lean her head against Sonic's shoulder.
Sonic's first instinct was to push her off, but after looking at her as she drifted off to sleep, he made no such attempt, he sighed.
The sun was beginning to set now as the boat drifted further out to sea, with Tarosamo guiding it at the wheel. The crew had now dozed off to sleep, all except for Tarosamo and Knuckles that is.
Knuckles couldn't sleep, no matter how hard he tried. Rouge was still on his mind. He tried calling out to her through the mental link, but got no response. He sighed; he swore that he was going to get gray hairs for this....
Tarosamo glanced at his depressed companion. He knew the pain that Knuckles must be going through. The lost and despair he must be feeling. He didn't like to see Knuckles going through this. They had to get the Joya De La Luz and soon.
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The shadowy figure also grabbed a boat, staying far behind the gang so they couldn't see him. He needed to stay close, but not too close, as were his orders. This was a mission he couldn't fail, no matter what.
He kept his eyes on them as darkness took over the land. They were beginning to sleep now. He couldn't sleep, wouldn't sleep. All he needed to do was watch them. Watch them and wait. Wait for the right moment. That was his orders. He smirked to himself, what an easy mission...
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"Rouge?" A voice asked from across the room.
Rouge lay quietly on a small bed that came with the poor cell. Her eyes were close, but she wasn't asleep, she couldn't sleep. Her breathing was hollow and her head ached. She couldn't move, nor did she dare. Right now, all she wanted was peace.
"Rouge?" The voice asked again, this time more persistent.
She slowly turned to where the voice was coming from. The other cell. "What?" She asked. Her head throbbed with each movement she made.
"Are you...okay?"
She sighed, of course she wasn't okay! What kind of question is that? "Who are you?"
The voice sighed, "My name is Black Light...I am...was...your sister's companion."
Rouge nearly fell off the cot at that, "My...my sister?"
"Yes." Black Light continued, "She was injured fighting Sameo."
Rouge snorted, "Served her right."
"You do not like your sister?"
"I don't hate her, I just don't like her."
Black Light was silent for a moment, "...Why do you dislike her then?"
"She's been torturing me ever since we were kids. Could you stop asking me questions? My head hurts..." Rouge rubbed her head to emphasize her point.
"I am sorry, Rouge." Black Light turned away from her to tend to Slice who was still unconscious and made no sign of recovering soon.
Rouge didn't felt like talking anymore, she leaned up against a corner wall in the cell and pulled up her knees, wrapping her arms around them. She leaned the back of her head against the wall, looking at the dark ceiling. She sighed, "How is she?"
Black Light turned back to Rouge in the other cell block, "Slice? Honestly, I can't tell..." The panther looked sadly down at the fallen bat.
Rouge smirked through her pain, "Don't worry...she'll make it...Slice is strong."
Black Light smiled at that, "I know she is. Since we'll probably be here for a while..."
"Yeah?" Rouge turned her glazed from the ceiling to the panther in the other cell.
"Could you tell me a little about yourself? And your sister? So I could get to know you and her a little better..."
Rouge shrugged, "I guess. We both are treasure hunters, searching all over the world for all types of jewels. We had a clan, with Slice being the leader." She rolled her eyes, "Anyway, anything in particular that you want to know about?"
"Actually, there is..." Black Light paused for a moment, "Is Slice...well...is she...seeing anyone...special?" Black Light blushed.
Rouge raised an eyebrow and laughed hoarsely, "Don't tell me you like her!"
Black Light blushed deepen, "Uh..."
"You do! Wow, never thought she'll soften up." Rouge said.
Black Light looked down at the other bat. She could never feel the same way...
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Amy opened her eyes. It was still dark outside. Wonder what woke her? She yawned then heard a horrible noise which scared her. Slowly, she turned around to see...Sonic snoring. His snoring must have woken her up. She giggled at him as he leaned against the railing of the boat with his elbows plopped behind him and his head titled back with his mouth agape.
'That doesn't look too conformable.' Amy thought to herself as she gently moved Sonic so he was now lying down on the cool bench. 'There. That's much better.'
"Snooooreee...." Was Sonic's only reply and in turned, Amy giggled softly.
"You're so cute, Sonikku." She whispered before kissing him lightly on his cheek. Sonic didn't stir. Amy yawned again and laid down next to Sonic, placing her head on his chest. "Good night, Sonikku...."
"Night Ames." Amy eyes widen as she heard the reply. She turned to face Sonic but he was asleep...maybe her mind was playing tricks on her. She shrugged it off and closed her eyes after getting comfortable again.
Sonic smirked as he opened one eye to look at the pink hedgehog. 'This isn't so bad after all...' He thought as he pulled Amy closer to his warm body before dozing off again.
Knuckles watched as this took place, shocked. 'I guess Sonic's not such a pervert after all...' Knuckles thought before moving his head back towards the night sky. The stars twinkled down on him. He was the only one awake now. Tails was asleep in the small cabin below deck and Tarosamo was on the other end of the boat, sleeping on one of those benches. Knuckles closed his eyes; he so desperately wanted to hear Rouge's voice again. To look into her beautiful eyes again. Knuckles smirked as he opened his eyes. Listen to him; this is so not like him. He once hated the romantic gibberish junk, and he guessed, that was only because he never had anyone to love. But that was then and this is now.
He wanted to try the link once more before going off to bed, he opened the link. 'Rouge?' He waited for a few minutes before trying again, 'Rouge, can you hear me?'
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Rouge was snoring away until she felt a faint tug in the back of her brain. "Go away..." She murmured in her sleep. She was so exhausted...
'Rouge, can you hear me?"
At that, her eyes snapped opened, "Knuckles?" She asked out loud.
'Rouge! Thank god you're alright!'
Rouge grinned, 'Knuckles! Where are you?'
'We're on the Atlantic ocean, on our way to Avalon. We're going to get the Jewel De La Luz.'
'Hurry up Knuckles...I don't know how much time I have left. Oh, and you wont believe this, but Slice is here too!'
Knuckles growled through the link, 'What is she doing there? Siding with Sameo?'
Rouge shook her head, even though she knew Knuckles couldn't see it, 'No, Knuxie, she's a prisoner too.'
'Really now? I'm not surprise. Serves her right for starting this crazy adventure anyway!'
Rouge sighed, 'Knuckles, you shouldn't hold such a grudge against my sister, and plus, some good things came out of it, right?'
Knuckles blushed on his end, for he knew what she was refereeing to. 'I guess...'
'Good, now, get some sleep, okay? You're going to need all the strength you can get if you plan on getting me out of here.'
'Alright...'
'Good night Knuckles, love ya!'
'Night Rouge, love you too.' And with that, the link was terminated.
Rouge smiled to herself, feeling much better now that she was able to speak with Knuckles. She didn't realize how much loved him, but she does now. She loves him with all her heart, body, and soul! (AN: That's so corny! That's how I was when I first met my 'boyfriend'! Now I'm like, 'wha?' lol)
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Sameo smirked; she thinks he doesn't know about that little connection? Sameo knew everything that went on in his world. He can destroy the connection just like that, if he wanted to. But he prefers to find as much information out as he can by allowing that bat to use that ridiculous link.
Knuckles can't win, even if he does somehow find the jewel and demands to fight him. He was the most powerful being in the universe, and nothing will stand in his way to get what he wants. Not even a stupid echidna!
The dragon picked up the black jewel and stared at it. Its power was amazing; he could feel it surging through the jewel, flowing into his veins. He'll be unstoppable, no doubt about that. Even hell will wither at his superiority.
Sameo placed the jewel around his neck again; he couldn't WAIT for Knuckles to show up...
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That ends Chapter 14. You know, I was gonna name that bear Yogi and give him a sidekick name Booboo. ^_^
I also think the link is a little funny...every time I read over that, it makes me laugh. lol
Also, what Knuckles was talking about with Rouge having an older brother and a younger sister, that was in my other story "Blade the Bat", which I've removed.
Okay, I don't normally do this kinda thing right here, but I'm asking people for their opinions and some suggestions, what can I do to make this story better? If y'all like it the way it is, that's awesome. Well, until next chapter.