The Ruby Eyes of Affection

Clones are not identical

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.