A couple days had passed since Sonic and Sally had let their family know about them expecting their first child and in that time they had let their closest friends know as well. The decision was then made for them all to keep quiet about the news and Sonic and Sally would let the rest of Mobius know at a later time.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the planet was Central City, the capital city of the United Federation and also where the organization's headquarters was located. Many of the UF staff were out and about, tending to their duties while Abraham walking towards Nathaniel's office to make his morning report. Reaching the outside of the office, Abraham knocked twice on the door.

"Enter."

Hearing the voice from within, Abraham turned the knob to the door and walked inside, closing it behind him. Looking ahead, he saw the Nathaniel seated at his desk and looking at the screen on his computer monitor.

"Sir," Abraham said as he stood before the president, saluting.

"Good day Abraham," said Nathaniel, giving his attention to Abraham. "At ease."

Nodding, Abraham lowered his hand back to his side.

"Well then, anything to report this morning?" Nathaniel asked. "How're things going?"

"Everything's in order sir," said Abraham. "Nothing out of the ordinary nor any suspcious activity. And anything that was, our troops have taken care of it."

Nathaneil nodded. "Very good news indeed."

"I've never felt more proud of them," Abraham continued, a proud smile coming to his face.

"The same can be said for myself," said Nathaniel. "Ever since we established ourselves five years ago it has been a challenge every day to get us to where we are now."

"Agreed," said Abraham before he had a seat in a chair in front of the desk.

"It definitely wasn't easy," said Nathaniel as he stood up from his chair and turned to look out the window to the morning sky. "When that tyrant was still alive, he literally brought this whole planet to its knees."

A frown and slight glare appeared on Abraham's face. "True. I just wish we could've found his body, along with his little sidekick Snively."

"In a way, perhaps its a good thing we didn't," said Nathaniel. "They both were left to be nothing more than remnants in the destruction of the Doomsday Project."

Abraham considered what the president said and nodded. "Good point."

"We, as well as all of Mobius, have finally moved on from when that vile monster was in control," Nathaniel continued. "And we'll make sure it stays that way by doing all we can to ensure Mobius's safety."

"I've made it my mission to make sure Mobius is safe from any threat," Abraham said in a determined voice.

A smile appeared on Nathaniel's face as he heard the commander speak. "Good man. As have we all." He turned his attention back to him. "So, How's the morale of the troops? Everything doing alright today?"

"They are, yes," Abraham answered. "The new recruits are working hard to reach the benchmark."

"In time they will," said Nathaniel. "They're progressing rather quickly."

Abraham nodded. "Indeed they are. Adding more to it is the fact that two of our best agents have been training them."

Nathaniel nodded as well, a knowing smile coming to his face. "Ah, Shadow and Rouge. If they're involved in their training then they're definitely getting more than I'm sure they bargained for. But it'll help them in the long run."

"I've never seen anyone more dedicated than those two," said Abraham. "And they're so loyal to each other."

"Yes, Nathaniel said before having a seat once more. "The main thing for a partnership to work and easily the reason they've been so successful as a unit."

Abraham nodded before a thoughtful look appeared on his face. "I sometimes believe there's more to their relationship than we think, given how close they are."

"Hmm, perhaps there is something more.," Nathaniel said, the same thought having gone through his head. "I must say, when we made the decision to finish Shadow's creation I never would've imagined that he would've come as far as he has."

Abraham leaned back in his seat, clasping his hands under his chin. "It was a risk, but he's adapted well and is appreciated for his will and bravery."

"We're lucky we found him and finished his creation, as well as set him on a better path," said Nathaniel. "Not just him but Omega as well. Who knows what would've happened had Robotnik completed them."

Abraham frowned slightly. "Perish the thought. And well done to Rouge for her part in their development."

Nathaniel nodded. "She's done an amazing job, both when it comes to those two and her being an agent."

"She's one of the best we have," said Abraham.

"Rouge has also come a long way," Nathaniel continued. "We took a big chance with her. When we first met her she was nothing more than a thief who cared only about what she could steal next."

Abraham also rememebred how tough Rouge was to deal with. "Yes, very true. But over the past five years she's shown real potential." His thoughts then shifted back to Shadow and Omega. "If those two had followed Robotnik we'd all be doomed."

"No doubt about that," Nathaniel agreed. "Thank goodness we were able to help avoid that and they, along with the rest of our agents have done their part to help bring Mobius to where it is now, along with the Kingdom of Acorn."

"Yes, even if they and Rouge were tough nuts to crack," Abrahamed chuckled.

Nathaniel couldn't help but grin as well. "Agreed. But being with GUN has helped all three of them in a major way."

Abraham was about to say something back but the TV in Nathaniel's office, which had been on the entire time the two of them were talking, suddenly stopped the program that was being shown. In its place, a news bulletin appeared.

"Hmm, I wonder what's going on," said Abraham as he looked at the TV.

"Same," said Abraham as he turned the volume up. "We shall find out."

While Nathaniel and Abraham were watching the newsfeed in the presidential quarters, the rest of the GUN staff and personnel were listening were listening in as well, including Shadow the Hedgehog and Rouge the Bat from the quad area.

"Denizens of Mobius, we're live inside the throne room of Acorn Castle in Mobotropolis where we've been told the royal family will be making a big announcement!" said the female TV news reporter. "There's no details on what the announcement is and there's been so hint of any sort! All we can do is wait and see what transpires!"

"Wonder what this is all about," Rouge said, having a seat on the table she and Shadow were near and crossing one leg over the other.

Shadow crossed his arms over his chest, his eyes focused on the TV and seeing many familiar faces in the crowd inside the throne room. "A royal annoncement, from the looks of it."

"Should be interesting," the bat replied, flipping her hair over her shoulder.

Applause and cheers were heard on the TV and the news reporter looked to the side. "Oh it looks like the royal family is coming out now!"

Rouge watched as the entire royal family walked into the throne room. "Here we go."

While Max and Alicia took a seat in their respective thrones and Elias stood alongside them with Megan while cradling Alexis, Sonic and Sally stood in front of them at a podium that was set up. "It appears as though Prince Sonic and Princess Sally are the ones who will be making the announcement! Let's see what it is they have to say!"

Shadow and Rouge watched intently, along with the other agents and staff that were present in the quad as Sonic began to speak.

"Everyone, first off my family and I would like to thank you for coming here today, as well as everyone else watching from wherever you may be right now. My wife Sally and I have huge news we wanted to share with you as well as the rest of Mobius."

Sonic stopped for a moment before turning to look at Sally, who gave him a warm and encouraging smile. Smiling back at her, he turned his attention back to the crowd and took a deep breath before speaking once again. "Everyone, Sally and I are expecting our first child!"

Everyone present in the throne room, as well as the GUN personnel let out collective gasps of shock and surprise.

"Whoa!" Rouge exclaimed.

"That's right," said Sally. "I'm pregnant, two months along to be exact. Sonic and I are having a baby."

The camera shifted to show the reactions from the crowd, all of them cheering and applauding before showing Max and Alicia looking on at Sonic and Sally with proud smiles on their faces.

"Wow!" said the reporter. "What incredible news! Prince Sonic and Princess Sally are expecting their first child together! Absolutely incredible!"

Shadow had an eyebrow raised in surprise, still taking in what he had heard. "Didn't see that one coming."

"Neither did I," said Rouge as she slowly stood up, looking at Sonic and Sally on the TV as they waved out at the crowd. "Wow, do they look happy or what?"

The hedgehog nodded as he looked at the couple as well. "They do. Well good for them. Definitely some news I wasn't expecting to hear."

"Sure wasn't," Rouge said, grinning and placing a hand on her hip. "I'm happy for them."

Shadow looked at the TV a few seconds more before closing his eyes. "Hmm, wonder if Mobius is ready for another Sonic."

Rouge raised an eyebrow and looked over at him. "What do you mean?"

"You know, if they have a boy," Shadow answered, opening his eyes back and meeting her gaze. "One Sonic's enough of a headache. I wonder if the planet can handle two of them."

Rouge snicked a bit. "That's a good point. And if its a girl?"

A smirk appeared on Shadow's face. "Then maybe Mobius will actually have a chance."

The bat couldn't help but laugh. You know, you can be a real riot when you want to be."

Shadow chuckled a bit under his breath before looking at a nearby clock. "It's still early. We should get our morning rounds taken care of."

"Good idea," said Rouge, stretching out her body before motioning with her head for Shadow to follow her. "Come on."

"Right behind you."

The hedgehog and bat then took their leave from the quad, leaving their fellow agents and the rest of the GUN staff inside the room to talk amongst themselves about the news they just heard and how excited and happy they were for Sonic and Sally, as well as the rest of their family and future child.