Skye Prower

"That's a great idea." Skye put his glass down, made a few motions and muttered some words, and a guitar appeared in his hands. "Here you go," he said handing it to Shadow.

"What about just playing an instrument?" "After all, you'll need a backing band."

"I'm sure you can get lessons from someone. Maybe the Zone's version of Mother?"

"You two should start a singing duet," Skye said. "That had some rhythm to it." "Don't worry Dylan. This isn't formal. We're just dressing properly, that's all." (ooc: Heh. So whose everyone else voiced by then?)

"Awww, thank's Rouge. You do too," replied Melody with an energetic smile, as if the compliment gave her even more energy, if that were somehow possible. "It's called style Melody," Skye shot back to his sister. "Remember what Mother used to say?" "If you're gonna conquer the world, do so in style," Melody replied. (ooc: Ok, having early commented on how I though Crowley had Benedict Cumberbacht's voice, now I've got Shadow being voiced by Daniel Craig!)

The two Zone Cop headed into the two remaining rooms. Melody swished out of her room, wearing one of her new fancy dresses, obviously fishing for a compliment or many. Skye arrived shortly after, in his full tuxedo and a chocolate milk in a glass as if it were a martini. "Don't you think the tiara is a bit much Melody?" he asked. Melody turned to snap at her brother, but instead just started at him for a second before laughing. "Says you in THAT getup?"

"NOW will you disenchant me?" "Ok, here you go." Skye snapped his fingers. "Ah, back to my usual self again." Melody regarded herself in a mirror, then sprinted into the next bedroom yelling "DIBS!" Skye poked his head into the remaining unclaimed rooms, before choosing one for himself.

"I just hope Locke remember to get us two separate rooms," muttered Zet. "Wow, this place looks great. Now we;re here Skye, can you drop the spell now?" "Not yet Melody, there's still people around. Anyway, why are you so unhappy at looking different? Didn't you say yesterday something about leaving you old life behind and start new." "Well, yeah, but I meant on my own terms. Not yours."

The kids cheered and headed off at full speed. Only to quickly check themselves, and move at a more normal rate. "Low non guardians?" Ziona slyly asked Locke. "I didn't take you for an elitist." "We can finish our discussion later," Zet told Red.

"That sounds exciting where are we staying?" asked Melody. "I think they're all over there. And they're looking kinda serious. I think it'd be faster of we headed to them." Skye said, taking Locke and Dylan by the hands and heading off. ------------------------- "She's being asked to target someone from another Zone, so yes it is a fishy job. We just need to make sure that the 'fishy' side is that the Zone Cops hired her, and nothing to do with time displaced children. And Shadow will be there to make sure she gets out alive so the kids should be fine." "Zet, quiet. He come said kids." Ziona pointed out.

"I wasn't asking for a character reference Red, just her talents. And if this goes to plan the kids will stay in the prime Zone and she'll only go to No-Zone. Besides, we're taking her from 'now', she won't have kids for twenty years or so." ------------------------------------- "Dad. There you are. We've been looking for you!" exclaimed Melody as she hugged Locke. Skye just looked bashful. "Well, yeah I could have used a different spell but...." "But that would have meant ACTUALLY changing my colours and after last time I don't trust him." "Also, unless I did some kind of major transformation, illusion is the only way to hide my tails." (ooc: Ok Shadow. Goodnight. Catch you later.)

Zet soon returned to the group, handing Shadow a PDA. "Turn's out Mina's file is pretty bare. Apparently she only recently gained her speed, and no one ios sure how. In any case, the details for arranging a meeting are in their. Leave a note for her, and then she'll contact you to arrange a meeting. Seems rather paranoid. It's gonna take a while to arrange things at the No-Zone end, so you won't need to rush." ---------------------------------------- "Yeah. I saw Dad in the crowd, but can't see him now. I could be he doesn't recognise us with the illusions." "Don't worry Dylan. I'm sure you'll have kid's of your own at some point, then it will be your job!"

"Huh boy that's a worrying thought. With her kids here be careful not to do anything that could muss up their timeline. Like giving them an older brother or sister. Ahem, anyway, I'll make some calls about getting you into N-Zone unnoticed and pull out a copy of Mina's file." Zet walked away, dialling on the phone. ------------------------------ "What was that about my weight?" fumed Melody "I think I still may be waterlogged slightly," Skye quickly interjected. Melody immediately brightened "Oh, ok. Sorry Dylan. It won't happen again. As long as Skye tells me what he's gonna change before casting." "Uh, we should probably move, there seems to be a crowd forming."

"The later one might actaully be more manageble if she thought we had her kids hostage, but that would only put them in danger. Setting up a meeting might be difficult, I don't exactly have a hotline to 'assassins-r-us'. But I can find out how to get in touch with her on Meobius. I think the haven portal can take you there." ----------------------------- ""Dyaln, please, get her off me." "Oh no you don't. You're gonna pay for changing stuff with my permission." Melody grabbed Skye's arm as he lay on the ground and twisted it behind his back. Skye yelled in pain, and the illusion covering both of them flickered for a second as Skye's concentration wavered.

"Mina." replied Zet simply. "Or more accurately, Moebius Mina. I suspect Crowley or Red could vouch for her abilities." -------------------------- "Do you hear Dylan calling?" "Don't change the subject Skye!" "DYLAN, WE'RE OVER HERE! QUICKLY" Melody grabbed Skye trying to cover his mouth, and soon the siblings wear wrestling with each other.

"Heh. I'd leave off the early retirement my bosses are A**holes, but I don't think they deserved to be killed over it... Yet... But, look Shadow, you and your team, you're more fighters than assassins, except Rouge and she's a thief. I think you might want a proper assassin on your team and," Zet glanced over to where the kids were arguing in the crowd, "I think I may know where to find one."

"Ziona, can I borrow your phone? Battery's dead on mine." "Zet..." Ziona began cautiously. "I this will end the war and stop the people I care about from dying, I don't care what the cost to me is. Don't worry. You had nothing to do with it." Ziona tried to stammer out some words, failed, then handed Zet her phone. (ooc: Hmm, maybe I should have Zet suggest it after all then. It'd be an interesting situation for the kids as well, as they'd be taking Anti-Mina from this time! And wow, Knuckles, your story is getting weird. I wasn't expecting a telepathic robot!"

"If you think that's enough. I could see about arranging a pick-up team if you need a fast exit." (ooc: I found it really temping to have Zet suggest that Moebius Mina should also go! :P She is an assassin after all!)

Zet smiled. "I'll see what I can do. But I won't be happy about asking you to do this without some backup, just in case things go south." --------------------------------------- "Dad? Dad? Where are you?" Melody was yelling. "I sure he went this way." Skye suddenly slapped his forehead with his hand. "Melody, I'm gonna jump on your back okay?" "What, why? How does that help us find Dad?" "You're taller and louder than me, but right now Dad might not recognise you with the the illusion up." "True, but he'd recognise my voice." Skye shuffled his feet slightly. "You.... changed... my... voice...?" Melody asked, sounding dangerous. "Only a little, and only when it was loud. It was just in case you also sounds like Mother did in this time."

Zet looked thoughtful. "Well, I've got plenty of friends on the force who want to see this over and done with. With a few calls maybe..." "What's this?" joked Ziona, "Zet planning to go agianst regulations?" "When the regs have me stuck here, yeah. But Shadow, whatever you do, don't underestimate Nega. He's not like Eggman at all, except in looks. If he has a chance to kill you, he will take it. No gloating or warning." "Hello Dylan. I think the kids went to find Locke." (ooc: hope the party was fun.)

"You're completely right Shadow, but every time we try and actually get significant reinforcements our efforts are blocked. Thankfully, we're also able to block most of Nega's attempts. Its more of a stalemate than a war. Besides, I think the higher ups are praying that somehow Prime Sonic will get involved and take out Eggman Nega for them." Zet sounded disgusted.

"Well, if Skye or his sister cause enough of a ruckus every now and again to require a reprimand, we could stay here without needing to ask," pondered Ziona, but Zet shook his head. "I can't stay. I wouldn't be happy here knowing my friends are out there on the front lines."

"This is actually kinda nice," confessed Zet. "A group of professionals relaxing with each other on the beach." "I could get used to the Prime Zone," Ziona smiled wistfully. "Where's Dylan and his camera, we need a picture of this?"

"These are fancy!" Ziona took a sip and smiled. "Very nice. Oh look Zet, the umbrella in yours matches your colours." Zet blushed while Ziona laughed.