Light sat in her room, looking outside her window. She didn't know what she felt. She had decided on offended after looking through hurt, annoyed, angry, confused and shocked. However, it was probably a little bit of all of them. She understood why her dads were protective, being heroes and a traitor can probably lead to a lot of enemies. However, she was strong like them. She had proven many times that she was stronger than Uncle Silver, and he was no doubt involved in all of this as well.

Everyone, Amy, Silver, Tails, Knuckles, and Rouge were all involved in keeping Light in the dark. However, that is something that is impossible. Light finds its way despite the darkness. And she was determined to prove this to her dads!

Looking out the window again, Light thought of Shock. She's going to need practice and maybe some training. She knows no one in her family/ guards will teach her. Its seems Shadow was once someone to be feared and they all remember it. Shock may not be an expert, but he did say he's used his abilities before, and he only does so when it's needed. Light snorted, like she'll ever see him again. Maybe if she runs around as fast as she can all over the place she'll run into him again. That ought to work, she mused.

Light sat for a while longer, thinking about her powers. She always seemed to feel so strong and restless. Maybe she needs to train. To at least get this energy out. She looked over the hill nearby, maybe there's a place she can train with no one around. It would have to be either far away, underground, or during a lightning storm. The thought didn't help her mood. She can't leave, this is her home, and lightning was very rare around here. She could ask Knuckles to dig her some underground area, if he wasn't getting married soon. Even if he wasn't it would raise suspicion anyway. It was all just pointless. She's kept under tight surveillance.

Light heard quiet voices nearby and pressed her ears against the wall. She had inherited Shadow's super hearing and sight, so it wasn't much of a problem to make out the words. Luckily, she never told her dads she had this ability.

"An old friend of our is causing trouble again," Tails said with a sour voice. This wasn't like him. Light frowned,

"What do you mean?" Sonic asked with worry.

"It's Eggman. He's been sighted nearby, apparently he's looking for something around here. Something powerful. Sonic, Shadow, he might be looking for Light!"

Who's Eggman? Light thought, And why's he looking for me? She listening more intently, desperate for more.

"How would Dr. Robotnick know about Light?" Shadow asked with a sharp edge to his voice.

Ohhhhh Light understood now. She had heard stories about Dr. Robotnick. She never knew they had a nick name for him. Why would they call him Eggman though?

There was silence for a while, until Shadow spoke up, "She'll need to be prepared for the worst. She has my power and your speed. She's stronger than both of us. She was right about that. However, I won't take chances. I will take her somewhere to train. You take on Robotnick, having more experience fighting him."

Light wasn't sure if she should be excited, afraid, or confused. She had never heard her dad speak that way. It was the voice and tone of a leader. He was taking charge. Was this the Shadow he was before she was born?

"Well, look who's back? The Ultimate Life Form is once again a G.U.N. Agent," Sonic teased.

Light's door opened and she spun around. It was Tails, who looked oddly twitchy. What happened to the excitement and adventure of fighting Robotnick? Now everyone's worried. Is it all because of her?

"Hey Light," Tails tried, and failed to look at ease, "Why don't you come out to the living room? Your dads need to talk to you."

Light followed Tails out of the room quickly, pretending to be confused. She plastered an innocent mask to her face as she stood in front of her dads. They seemed to be different people now. Sonic was standing with a cocky smile and a hand on his hip. Shadow stood with his arms crossed, an all business look on his face. Was this her parents before?

Shadow saw Light and his face relaxed a little. He even smiled. Sonic gave her a thumbs up and a wink, "Ready for some adventure?"

This was unreal. Her dad, who had nightmares and held onto Shadow like he was his life raft, who was almost fragile, is excited for fighting and asking is she's ready for adventure.

Her other dad, always the loving one, who would rock her to sleep and tell her bedtime stories as a kid, was a serious professional agent all of the sudden. It was too much for her to comprehend. She side glanced Tails, waiting for him to change as well. However, he didn't seem to. Maybe he never did.

"Silver, Knuckles and Rouge are on their way," Tails said to Shadow and Sonic. They nodded, "I feel bad for Knuckles and Rouge. They had to call off the wedding."

"They'll understand. I'm sure they're both itching for some action too," Sonic laughed. Light was about ready to feint.

The door opened and the topic of discussion burst in. Knuckles was punching the air, his face all serious. Rouge was wearing some odd outfit Light had never seen. There was a heart on her chest over the black, tight one piece, white boots and long gloves. She was used to the bat wearing denim shorts and tube tops. Silver had a slight frown on his face, something Light had never seen before. Maybe she didn't want to see the way they were before she came around.

"Is Amy somewhere safe?" Rouge asked Silver, holding a hand on her hip.

Silver nodded, "Yeah, I made sure of that. So what's the crazy doctor up to this time?"

Sonic's smile faded, "He wants an enormous amount of power. He once tried to experiment on Shadow, drawing his power from him to power this strange weapon that would allow him to take over the world, but Shadow wasn't strong enough. He's been looking for a different source ever since. This wouldn't be a problem, but he found it," Sonic looked directly at Light, "Light has more power in her than Shadow and her power is growing. He knows this."

Uneasiness spread throughout the room. Light stepped up, "I know I have a lot of abilities, but I'm not more powerful than Dad. That's just crazy!"

Shadow shook his head, "You are, Light. You just haven't drawn on these powers yet. That's why I'm going to train you."

Light nodded, feeling a little numb. She didn't think her little fit would bring these kind of results. She was just an ordinary hedgehog before with a great family. Now she's going to train with her superhero dad, which wasn't going to be near as fun and appealing as it sounded. Man karma's a jerk.

BOOM!

A loud explosion sounded, and the shock threw Light to the ground. Everyone tensed up and assumed battle stances immediately. Light's heart pounded as she lay there. What was going on?

A maniac laugh was heard over the sound of falling rubble that was the rest of the house, "Well! I found you hedgehogs! Unfortunately, I'm not in the mood to play with you Sonic! I'm here for the purple one there!" A large, fat man with a long, orange mustache, blue shades and a shiny, bald head appeared. He was sitting in a large floating machine, causing Light to wonder if he could walk. He was pointing right at her!

Sonic stood in front of Light, his form menacing, "Over my dead body Eggman!"

Robotnick shrugged, "As you wish. Attack him!"

A small force of robots charged the small group of friends on his command. Light yelped as she was snatched up by one of them, but Shadow shot it with a chaos spear, damaging its wires and battery. Rouge grabbed her arm and dragged her our of the house quickly.

"We don't have time for the plan! GO! NOW!" She shoved Light away and flew back to the fight quickly. Light trembled uncontrollably. She never wanted this. Is this what her families' lives were like before? No wonder they wanted her out of it!

She knew Rouge told her to run, but she couldn't. She only watched as bits of robot flew everywhere. Silver picked one up and slammed it onto another with his psychokinesis. Rouge tossed a bomb at one and flew away. The explosion knocked another away. They were winning. Light felt like cheering.

"Well, while you'e occupied, I'll just claim my prize!" Robotnick chuckled as he moved his machine towards Light. She froze. All the times she'd dueled Silver, she didn't know what to do now! At least she knew Silver wouldn't hurt her.

"Chaaaaaaoooooooaaas... BLAST!"

A red bubble expanded from Shadow and shot out, knocking the Dr. out of his machine and into the ocean. Light's head snapped towards her dad, who was fuming. His hand clenched around a purple gem. What was that?

"Dad?" She asked in a frightened, squeaking voice. She'd never seen him like this. He almost frightened her more than Eggman.

Light was suddenly knocked off her feet and scooped up. Sonic had taken her and was now speeding away from the wreckage. Light felt tears streaming down her face. What was happening? She watched her home fade away into the distance until all she could see was smoke.

After Sonic felt it was a safe enough distance, he set Light down gently and handed her a yellow gem, "Whatever you do, wherever you go, do not lose this! It can give you great power and Tails can track you."

Light nodded, trying to look brave, but she was falling apart. Everything was falling apart.

Sonic lifted her chin and kissed her forehead, "Smile. And whatever happens, we all love you!"

Before Light could even respond, her dad was speeding away towards the fight.

She was alone.

Staring at the mysterious gem, Light felt like her life had turned upside down. She was on her own for who knows how long. She had heard many stories about the legendary hero who took joy in fighting the Dr. Robotnick, but she could tell her dad found no joy in it at all. At least not now.

Light sat down with a thud. She was covered in debris from the many explosions. Her sneakers went from white to gray and her vest was covered in the fine powder. What will she do now? She can't go home, or to any one of her families' homes. That would be too obvious. She was stuck.

"Weeeeell. Someone looks like they've had a rough day," A familiar voice said.

Light jumped up, on edge. She assumed a stance like her dad before, but it was only Shock. She exhaled and looked away, knowing her tears had left obvious streaks on her filthy face. She didn't want to face reality yet. It was too much for her.

"I saw the explosion. Were you nearby?"

She mumbled, kicking a rock, "I was in it. So was my family."

Shock stood beside her, his face as shocked as his name, "Are they okay?"

Light shrugged, "They've fought Eggman before. I'm sure their alright."

Shock's crystal- blue eyes widened, "Eggman? No way!" He looked at the smoke rising and whistled, "I saw who dropped you off. I guess your dad really is Sonic. I'm sorry I laughed at you," He shuffled his feet, his quills dangling from the weight of the rings on them, "Look, I know I don't know you, but I know you need help. I've got an underground place you can stay at... if you want."

Light looked up, surprised, "What? Are you serious?"

He offered a half smile, "Sonic's been my idol forever! It'd be like an honor!"

Light would have smiled or even laughed under any other circumstances. However, as she was, she only nodded, "Thank you."

Shock shrugged, "And if you want, we can duel or something. I'm sure you've had a lot of training, but I'm not a bad teacher."

"Actually, I haven't had any," She shook her head, "And I'd appreciate it if you could help me," She said quickly, not wanting to miss the opportunity. This wasn't for excitement anymore. She wanted To help her family. She wanted to fight!

"Well then, I guess I have a new pupil," Shock teased as he walked with her. Light couldn't wait to give that Robotnick a piece of her mind!