The two hedgehogs, fox, seedrian, coyote and rabbit watched what the walrus had to show them.
"A roboticizer. Do not you think we've had many problems in the past with these devices" said King Sonic.
"It may seem a roboticizer, but it is not" Nicole said.
"So what is it?" Antoine asked.
"It is a rejuvenating machine" said Rotor.
"Rejuvenating?" said Cosmo.
"What you built that?" asked Bunnie.
"Well, as you know Freedom Fighters only remained three members. Sonic, Jacques and Belle thought maybe we could take care to protect the kingdom as we had done in the old days and for that we could use this machine to recover the agility we had before. I've made several advances it to work perfectly, but first want to know what you think. I do not want to force them to do something you do not want".
"I agree" said King Sonic without thinking twice, as it was a good opportunity to recover his agility and save the kingdom without problems.
Moreover Tails, Amy, Antoine and Bunnie remained thoughtful.
"We'll think about it a little and then we give the answer" Antoine and Bunnie said.
"I think it would be a good idea" Amy said.
"Me too" Tails said.
"Glad to hear your answer" said Rotor noting that three of his friends had accepted.
"And how long will it be ready?" asked Cosmo.
"It will not be long. There are still some small details and a power source strong enough to make it work" said Nicole.
"And they have an idea of where to get" Amy asked.
"We had thought of something, but I think Knuckles not agree with it" Nicole said.
"We wanted to ask one of the seven Chaos Emeralds he has, but whether he will accept" said Rotor.
"I'll see to convince, just let me know when you're finished and I'll go with Knuckles to pay us" said King Sonic.
Nicole got rotor and happy to hear that. After that they explained to the group how to operate the device when ready.
...
Elsewhere in the kingdom Vector and Charmy were planning to make a surprise dinner Vanilla and Cream. They came to visit and wanted to be good hosts. Previously the two does had invited to his house and they were very good hosts. So they would have to give the best of themselves to not look like fools in front of them.
Vector decided to go shopping alone, because if accompanied Charmy would be the same happened when they were in that house Knuckles with the cake he bought that caused them problems. Once I return from shopping, Charmy had already prepared the table.
"Well, this time did not break anything" said the crocodile.
"As I said before, I am no longer a child" said bee.
"When I do eat so much sugar doubt that".
Charmy blushed at that. It was true what he said vector. Sometimes he could not control when eating sugar.
They finished preparing everything in 30 minutes.
Once seated on chairs. They began to wait until they finally heard the bell.
Vector approached the open door and saw Vanilla, Cream and Cheese.
"Welcome. The waiting. Please stop" said the crocodile letting them pass.
The two rabbits and smiled and went bye. After that the crocodile closed the door.
Bee and being inside asked who were wearing coats to keep them in the closet.
When they arrived at the table, Vector and Charmy cavalierly moved the chairs for Vanilla and Cream could sit. Cheese sat on the table.
After that the crocodile and the bee came for dinner and will also bring it down. So far everything was going well and sought to keep it that way. All the while they had been talking about various things and the five went very well.
None of the five knew it, they were observed by the spirit of Argyle. He was present there that night to see how it fared in the Vector and Charmy dinner with Vanilla, Cream and Cheese. He had assured that they would all be one big happy family. Part of him wanted to come back to life to be part of that family, but I knew it was impossible. But at least he was content to watch them at will. He had wanted when he was a child his family was well. But because of the absence of his mother that he could never achieve. Now that he knew the reason for her absence, and he imagined how much he cost his father hide the truth from her to him. He only hoped that his mother, wherever they are found, have had long enough to regret what he had done. But he did not know his name or that he was, he could not see how she was. Suddenly she felt the presence of another spirit with him.
"Oh, are you Saffron" Argyle said.
"I see you've been watching your father lately" Saffron said.
"Yes. You know I did not want to go to where it should be to make sure he'll be fine".
"As I see it, he'll be fine. That rabbit called Vanilla is a good woman. No need to worry".
"I guess you're right, but I'm not ready to leave. I want to spend time closer to my father".
"Okay. That's your decision".
Argyle suddenly stared at the table and watched as Charmy then took a spoon to feed Cream can see how both had a good time. Then he looked back at Saffron and noticed that she was a little sad.
"I know this is none of my business, but I know something. You take more time dead than me. If I remember correctly, died years before I was born and you told me that in all these years have never tried to communicate with Charmy. Why do not you do that? Perhaps you no longer care for him".
"Of course not. Quite the contrary. I still care about him. I just do not want to hurt him".
"Hurt. What do you mean?".
"Well, he witnessed my death and after that never tried to move forward in the next 27 years until he met the rabbit called Cream. Do not want to depress by Apparate before him in his dreams as you do with your father. I want it to be happy and if I have to stay away from him for that, then I can accept it".
"But Saffron. At least you could say you're good and you never forget".
"Sorry, but that decision. I took many years ago and I will not change it. I do not want to talk about this. You better get going. I'll see you later".
The spirit of the bee disappeared.
Argyle was alone and decided to continue watching the meeting. As it expected in the end everything ended well for the five who were gathered there.
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Silver and his team and his family came to the Space Colony ARK. It was quiet and a great darkness was around, so everyone had to be careful to avoid falling into a trap. Rulers of Evil could be anywhere and attack by surprise.
Shadow and Rouge were in front of the group, because as they had been there before to know exactly where they should go. Each was aware of your surroundings if something appeared unusual. But that was more on guard was Silver.
Finally the group came to the main hall. They quickly noticed that it was completely empty. But you could see that someone had been there lately, since the place seemed deserted. Which meant that if they were not there could be anywhere in the colony. To find approached the main computer and reviewed what had recorded video cameras, but there was nothing on the tapes to give them a hint of what they sought.
"I know you were here. I have a great feeling about this" Silver said.
"I feel the same" Shadow said.
"Then what do we do?" Rutan asked.
"We must part, to cover more ground" Rouge said.
"I agree. I'll go with Jacques, Mighty go with Ray, Geoffrey go to Hershey, Rutan go with Belle. Dad go with Mom. When you find a clue not meet again" Silver said.
All they agreed with silver hedgehog.
The group split up and went to look through the different rooms.
Shadow and Rouge were walking without saying anything while seeking clues.
"I'm not sure of this" said the black hedgehog.
"What are you talking about?" asked the white bat.
"I'm talking about Silver. I can not still believe that hedgehog is my future son. I accept that he comes from the future, but not to be related to me".
"Why not? It seems to be a good boy".
"For this reason. I do not think it was a good example for him. Although I tried to mend my mistakes, that does not change what I am. And he's not like me".
"Children are never exactly the same as their parents. They always have different personalities. But I am quite sure that your future self gave him the best example".
"Do you believe it?".
"Of course I do. When you and I assure you we'll be a great father to him".
"Thank you for encouraging me. I can always count on you right now".
"No, no how. Remember I'll always be there when you need it".
Both looked at each other. For a moment they forgot where they were, they approached each other and a very passionate kiss occurred.
That was something new for Shadow, because in all his years of life had never kissed a woman (never kissed to Sally when he was married to her) and much less thought Rouge would be the first person you kiss. But it did not care, I just wanted to enjoy the moment. They were sharing the kiss for about 5 minutes until they separated from lack of air.
"Wow, I thought I never kiss someone feel good".
"I knew you would".
They stared again until finely they decided to go looking for clues about the villains who sought.
...
While the team was looking for, they had not realized they were being watched.
Suddenly a mysterious gas started coming out from the exhaust Space Colony ARK all without anyone noticing. When everyone started to feel it, quickly they became unconscious on the floor.
Just then five beings appeared wearing oxygen masks.
"Well, well. We have intruders here. You think we should make" Scourge said while smiling mischievously.