Shadow's ruby eyes drifted from emerald irises as he began devouring the little food Dr. Robotnik gave him. The two hedgehogs had been talking for hour's straight. Mostly about the fable that Ivo was apparently speaking of and strangely about each other. For a kid who probably awoke not long ago, he had some very strong opinions. Even though he was supposedly based off Sonic, his views seemed very different. Guess it goes to show you that just because you're a copy doesn't mean you have the same thoughts. Shadow's eyes sporadically darted to the rope around Čelik's leg. How in the world was he going to get him and the kid out with that stupid energy holding them back? Not to mention using Chaos control was risky enough on its own. He knew he needed to get out of the cell before even attempting.

The miniature cobalt hedgehog continued to shade the princess picture on the wall with the many colors of paint Ivo gave him to keep him occupied and less likely to escape. He hummed a sweet tune as his face concentrated on painting the princess a perfect shade of black.

"How do you know exactly what she looks like? I mean that's quite descriptive." The ebony hedgehog asked curiously as he continued to nibble on his food desperately wishing for a little more.

"She appears in my dreams almost every night... She's beautiful isn't she?" Čelik responded as he turned around to glance at Shadow with adoration glimmering in his emerald eyes.

"Ah I see... About this creating a perfect world thing. What exactly would happen?" The ebony hedgehog felt somewhat confused for he was used to the doctor being a crazy evil scientist and not the kind of person who would want peace and order.

"Well, everything will be destroyed besides us, the mustached man, and the blessed children, of course." The tiny azure hedgehog responded as he started to eat the forgotten food he was given a while ago.

"Wait... EVERYTHING? Like everyone on this planet will just perish!?" Shadow exclaimed as he felt sudden rage build inside him.

"Well, not everyone. Only the good people will survive. With how many corrupted people live on this planet, it would be much easier to just start from scratch. Then we will create a kingdom and rule together for the rest of our existence." Čelik replied as he turned around to glare at the ebony hedgehog in response to his ferocious yells.

"Absolutely not! I would never destroy a planet. Especially after the near destruction of earth." Shadow quickly crossed his arms as his mind revolted any such thought.

"You're the princess of order. It is your job to restore peace and discipline to this chaotic world." The young cobalt hedgehog retorted while quickly nodding before continuing his innocent humming.

"But Maria... She said I was created to help people not destroy them." His heart collapsed a little as he was reminded of her last words.

"Maria... Who's Maria?" Čelik's eyes shot open in curiosity as he tilted his head cutely.

"She was my only friend on the space colony ARK. Where I was created and probably raised." The charcoal hedgehog explained as his body tensed at the azure hedgehog's adorable look of interest. Once again, it somewhat soothed his mind as he passively wrapped his arms around his knees .

"Interesting... So we are both man-made lifeforms then. Further evidence that we belong together." The little sapphire hedgehog placed his hand on his chest and sighed lovingly.

"Well, to be honest, I don't understand why the doctor would recreate Sonic if it wasn't to kill him. Why would he go to all the trouble of creating this absurd story?" Shadow asked frustratingly while glaring at the bars to the cell which were completely covered in strong Chaos energy.

(Why make ME suffer for something i didn't even ask to get involved with...)

"Sonic?" Čelik inquired with that stupid look of curiosity that made him look like the cutest thing on the face on the Mobius.

"That is who you're based off of. Even though you and him act NOTHING alike." The ebony hedgehog quickly turned his head to the side as he tried to keep himself from chuckling in response to the tiny azure hedgehog's innocent demeanor.

"I wonder if he sees you in his dreams too... Not that I care what he wants. You're mine no matter what anyone says." He replied as he glared at Shadow protectively.

"Dreams... OH YA! That's where I've heard you! You're the disembodied voice haunting my nightmares!" Shadow quickly changed the subject as he became somewhat bothered by the dark aura the little sapphire hedgehog was giving.

"Really? My apologies for frightening you, my love. I had no control over any of that. It must be your conscience trying to remind you of my existence." The child uttered enchantingly as if he was trying to sound like prince charming. He unfortunately appeared very fake, making the ebony hedgehog practically burst out in laughter.

"I kind of wish Sonic was as smart as you, kid." He answered mockingly as his brain suddenly connected the dots on what this all meant for him and his rival.

(Wait a minute. Dr. Eggman did say that he recreated my eternal lover, correct? So that means...) His cheeks blushed bright red as he covered his face with his hands and violently shook his head left and right .

(No no no no no... Absolutely no way he's telling the truth! There must be something else going on here. However... if that somehow is true...) His body started to become warm as he was reminded of his handsome blue hero.

(That means... its okay. I don't have to be afraid if that's how things are supposed to be.) He thought as his heart felt somewhat relieved.

Abruptly, a shot of adrenaline ran through his body as he noticed Čelik's incredibly intense stare.

"Is he really that amazing? That Sonic guy... I can tell every second your thinking about him and it's making me very irritated." The child grunted frustratingly as he pouted his face cutely.

"Oh, it's not like that. He's incredibly annoying and kind of immature. Not to mention he always tampers with my life and tries to get into my head. Honestly, he's just a bothersome kid. Even you have more maturity then he has and you just awoke." He complained disappointingly as he tried to lie to himself in hopes it would help him cope with the reality that he did in fact love him. Probably more than anyone. Possibly even... Maria.

"If what you say about this Sonic is true then we are one of the same... On the inside that is." The tiny azure hedgehog pointed to his chest as he continued to draw the beautiful patterns of the dress after finishing his food.

"Well... I think you've had it rougher then him. He's been given anything and everything he's ever wanted. A spoiled brat if you ask me." Shadow replied awkwardly as he tried to sound irritated even though his mind loved every stupid aspect of Sonic.

"Just because you see something obvious in a person does not mean that's who they are. It's important to understand and forgive ones past." The child uttered in a matter-of-fact tone as if it was an obvious statement.

"There you go again saying things like your some ingenious poet." Shadow replied somewhat sarcastically as he took another very small bite of his food.

"It means we must understand and forgive others for what they did yesterday. Every event, no matter how minute, is incredibly important. That's why memories are so vital. It gives us a way to learn and forgive ourselves for what we did so that we may become someone better." He replied rather sweetly before reaching his hand out to Shadow symbolizing that he felt for him.

Once again, the kid got to him. The ebony hedgehog placed his hand over his eyes, hiding the evidence that he was somewhat saddened by the comment. It was odd how good the child was at finding his inner flaws and dissecting them for everyone to see. Guess the two brats really do have something in common.

"Man, you really know how to get to me. You must have an incredibly IQ. Faker can barely pass his classes without bribing the teacher into giving him a passing grade!" Shadow shouted as his words made it sound like he hated him but his tone and face spoke a very different emotion. They expressed almost a kind of adoration and acceptance that you only see in someone truly in love. He soon realized he was gazing into space and bashfully glanced down as he felt quite embarrassed.

"According to your facial expressions, he's smart enough to love you for who you are, right? Just as I do. That is all the intelligence one needs to survive..." Čelik responded irritatingly as he tried to support his princesseven though he hated the thought of him day dreaming about anyone else but him.

Shadow once again sat in silence as he looked down as his plate of food. If these two are supposed to be identical copies that must means that this is who Sonic really is, at least to a certain extent. The thought scared him as he began to imagine how he would react if the azure hedgehog decided to show his true colors and never go back to being the cocky kid he was used to.

(Would I still love him...?)

Blessed Children: Mobians born with compassion and humanity.