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you live an endless life forever
[ For Shadow, as far as he'd met, there were two Sonics that he trusted more implicitly than the rest. Implicit trust did not come easily for the black hedgehog, and trusting enough to tell another some of his past, though mild, was more trust than he'd give anyone casually. One Sonic he met while in Johto, who he was able to share some of his story with, and come to a point of understanding, especially at a time when he was trying to decide what to do with himself since two very important people had disappeared from the world.
The other blue hedgehog was one that had found him while Shadow had been suffering from hallucinations and intense fear, showing a side he never showed anyone else. That Sonic had stayed by him and managed to bring Shadow back to his former self.
Now, Shadow had holed himself up in a Station Square library, reading a few books. He had a pile of them on a table and was steadily working through all of them... But at the same time, he thought about his recent actions, recent decisions. Was he becoming what the Professor wanted him to be? What Maria wanted? Was Sonic right; that he should be whoever he himself thought was best? Living for oneself was something Shadow never did before. It would certainly take some getting used to.
He flips another page, catching up on history and technological advances made by mankind and different parts of the world. The information was greatly appreciated, allowing him to learn about the people he was supposed to help... for Maria's sake. ]
... Hmph.
[ He reads a quote at the bottom of one page. ] “We can do no great things; only small things with great love.” Mother Teresa... [Shadow leans back against his seat, thinking about the quotation he read.] Is that really true, I wonder.
The other blue hedgehog was one that had found him while Shadow had been suffering from hallucinations and intense fear, showing a side he never showed anyone else. That Sonic had stayed by him and managed to bring Shadow back to his former self.
Now, Shadow had holed himself up in a Station Square library, reading a few books. He had a pile of them on a table and was steadily working through all of them... But at the same time, he thought about his recent actions, recent decisions. Was he becoming what the Professor wanted him to be? What Maria wanted? Was Sonic right; that he should be whoever he himself thought was best? Living for oneself was something Shadow never did before. It would certainly take some getting used to.
He flips another page, catching up on history and technological advances made by mankind and different parts of the world. The information was greatly appreciated, allowing him to learn about the people he was supposed to help... for Maria's sake. ]
... Hmph.
[ He reads a quote at the bottom of one page. ] “We can do no great things; only small things with great love.” Mother Teresa... [Shadow leans back against his seat, thinking about the quotation he read.] Is that really true, I wonder.
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Hmph. You're a fascinating specimen, blue hedgehog. I hope I live long enough to study you and challenge you in every way.
[ The unfortunate implications of his words might have stung for Sonic, but for Shadow, he was unaware of his future... At least, he made it seem so. He knew one way or another, his promise to Maria would end in... ]
Fight like you always have. Hm. [ Shadow turned, walking along the shoreline, his eyes once again focusing on the dolphin he saw before. ]
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Oh, just noticin' that now, are you? Heh, you know, you're pretty interesting yourself. Didn't think I'd meet anyone like you.
[Whatever this world might have been, where it was, how it came to be, Shadow was here and alive. If Sonic had also remained here as long as Shadow had, there would always be the opportunity to challenge each other. He tried not to think about what would happen at home, as unavoidable or inevitable as that was.]
Yeah, like always, of course! I know you will too.
06 music is now stuck in my head.
Eventually, a staircase blocked his path, and the dolphin went out of view. There was something akin to a boardwalk, with little roofs over top. Shadow looked around and climbed onto the staircase. Springs, rings, sand... He could see loop-de-loops in the distance. ]
It's no surprise you like this place.
Aw! \o\
Heh, I guess I'm kinda predictable that way. Besides the chance of fallin' into the water or stuff like that, it's awesome. I saw you watching that dolphin out there. The orcas are pretty intense too if you catch sight of one.
You wanna give it a go? [He pointed, his finger moving along as if tracing the course itself.]
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Hmph. Child's play. [ He smirked. ] But I suppose I'll indulge you. I haven't had a run today.
[ The black hedgehog began to idly clean sand out of the soles of his shoes, just to make sure nothing got caught. ]
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Sweet! This is gonna be awesome!
[The blue hedgehog surveyed the course, knowing it well like with the roller coaster. But he waited as patiently as he could for Shadow. Come onnn, Shadow, why do you need hover skates or jet shoes or whatever you call those?]
Where'd you get those anyway? [He pointed to the shoes now.]
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[ At least, he wished that's what they were for... The Professor had a bad habit of not telling him things. ]
I'm ready.
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Sonic decided to ask about the second mystery later. For now, there was something much more important to take care of. He gave another grin to his rival turned friend.]
If you are, then so am I! Bring it!
[That should have been sign enough to take off. And took off Sonic did as he sprinted along the course, having more than the confidence or enthusiasm necessary for this race.]
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He narrowed his eyes somewhat, picking up the pace. His shoes sparked, flames bursting out of them, tearing up the path. He smirked, running onto the wooden boardwalk. ]
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[But he had to laugh as he said it. Not that Shadow would really care. Not that the boardwalk didn't get repaired over and over again anyway. But it was exactly like with the roller coaster railing. He had to use those jets to glide or grind to where he wanted to go. Either way, Sonic found it highly amusing and just as Shadow's shoes sparked, Sonic's own determination sparked even brighter. He had to beat him this time.]
Oh, by the way... See ya!
[Once the wooden path ended, Sonic raced over to one of the accelerator or dash panels on the ground to help propel himself through the upcoming loop.]
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He looked to Sonic, then around at the seagulls in the air, the dolphins in the water...
and was that an Orca? ]
Hm? [ Shadow had never seen one up close before. He could only see its fin at the moment... ]
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What Sonic should have also expected was what he had warned the black hedgehog about before. The wooden panels of the pier subtly rising and falling should have given him enough of a clue.]
Here we go again!
[Sonic was all for Shadow being curious and inquisitive. But now was a really bad time to be so, as thrilling as it was to outrun a vicious, carnivorous sea creature. He also smirked, having done this before.]
Time to hightail it outta here unless you wanna be on the menu!
[Or drown. It cannot be said enough that drowning is not all that appealing. Really. As they sped along, moments later that black and white killer whale decided to make its presence known by completely annihilating part of the wooden boardwalk they had just occupied.]
... I kinda think you what to do now. RUN!
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Once the Orca had bashed through part of the boardwalk, Shadow felt his right eyeridge twitch. He didn't need a reminder, pouring on the speed to get away from the creature. ]
Why do I have this feeling that this isn't the first time the bridge has been rebuilt!
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Sonic laughed. In a way, it was to reassure the black hedgehog that they got this. It was under control. Or at least there was the illusion of it.]
Just a feeling? Should be obvious that it happens all the time!
Oh, yeah, and get ready to fly!
[At the edge of a bridge was always one of those reliable dash panels. It would propel them far away from the wrath of the pursuing orca.]
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Why don't you just take it out? It looks easy to defeat.
[ He managed to ask this question before being hurled through the air, away from the orca and the shattered bridge. Whether the creature was inherently evil or not, if this wasn't the first time it attacked, why hadn't anyone acted on it? It was dangerous, yes, but Shadow didn't think it to be too tough. He'd taken out guard robots and Big Foots. ]
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Wait, you're just jokin', right? That thing can swim. We sorta can't, remember? Besides, why would you want to hurt it? It just sorta... yeah, it likes to take out the bridge when anyone is on it.
[He rubbed the back of his head. It was usually only him anyway.]
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[ He briefly wonders why no one has done anything. ] Perhaps humans are masochists as well.
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You shouldn't have to hurt it. It's just doin' its thing.
[He shook his head.] I... doubt it. I would think most of 'em wanna avoid getting hurt or being in pain. That's just kinda the way things work with anything or anyone that's alive.
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[ He watched the Orca destroy the rest of the bridge and frowned. ... How were they supposed to get back exactly. ]
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Yeah, I know. That's... also just how it works.
[Sonic knew a way back. Thinking about Shadow's words made him recall his past though, which was essentially Shadow's future.]
... Hey. I didn't really get to ask until now. You wear those bracelets. What're those for?
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Mementos.
[ He wasn't going to say anything he didn't feel had to be said at this time. Even the Ultimate Life form had his secrets. ]
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Heh, kinda like your shoes. Don't lose 'em then since they mean a lot to you.
[Sonic beckoned with his hand for Shadow to follow him.]
C'mon, let's get outta here! You wanna get back, right?
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Let's go.
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[The blue hedgehog turned and led the way to the main part of the coast. He held off on racing, just enjoying the weather and the beach atmosphere now as he clasped his hands and placed them behind his head as he walked.
Maybe it wasn't so bad in this other world. But then again, it wasn't home. And he knew that he would have to go back eventually. That world needed him. But what would it mean for Shadow? Would they remember any of this? Would any of them want to?
But his thoughts were getting away from him. He glanced over at the black hedgehog. And he had to laugh, not mocking or ridiculing, but much more lighthearted.]
... You shoulda seen the look on your face when that killer whale was after us.
[It would be worth it to remember.]
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The black hedgehog did not consider the Doctor or the traitorous bat to be family. But Sonic had considered him thus, even if they were willing to fight to the death before.
It was all so confusing. Shadow is disturbed from his thoughts when Sonic laughed at him, joking about the Orca from before. The black hedgehog returns the smile, though it's not as lighthearted. Perhaps Shadow was incapable of that kind of response. ]
You should see your face when I beat you for the second time.
[ With that, he quickly sped along the coast. It didn't matter if he wasn't here before, the coastline wasn't that hard to get lost in. ]
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