Episode 1: The Web of Promises

On a dark and stormy night, the wind is blowing around New Mobotropolis. The rain pours hard down from the sky. If anyone, it's really raining cats and dogs outside. During the night, something jumps over the wall of the city and runs down the street. The mysterious being ducks behind an alley.

The light above them light up to reveal someone in a black suit that has red lace tied on the ankles and… six wrists of her six hands. In her four arms, she appears to be holding a basket with something wrapped in a thick blanket. The only exposed part of her skin is purple and the eyes are blue.

The mysterious being look concern as she holds the basket in her hand. On her left shoulder reveals sharp needles. Once the coast is clear, she runs out in the open and hurry to her next destination. She looks around to find a certain place. She turns to the right to see a house that has a blue hedgehog shaped mailbox. She runs to the front of the house and place the basket on the ground. She takes out a rolled up scroll and place it in the basket. The mysterious being shed tears of sadness and opens the blanket a little and leans close to give a gentle kiss.

In Eve's bedroom, the black and red female hedgehog is fast asleep, until she hears knocking. At first, Eve continues to sleep, but hears more knocking. Eve slowly begins to wake up and lets out a yawn. Not long, Eve puts on her robe and walks down stairs to the door. Eve opens the door see no one is here.

Confused, Eve says, "Hmmm, there doesn't seem to be anyone here."

Eve is about to close the door when she hears a strange sound, "Owh."

"Huh?" Eve replies, looking outside.

She then looks down and becomes shocked to see what looks like a basket. She looks to see a small opening causing Eve to look to it. When she does, Eve gasps in shock… she sees a small purple skinned baby inside. Eve quickly opens the door and picks the baby up in her arms. She looks around to see if there's anyone around, but not a soul is around.

Eve turns to the baby as she should it in her arms, "Where did you come from?"

Eve slowly removes the blanket to reveal a part to reveal the baby's face. She shows a soft smile to see the sleeping smile on its face. Eve sees the basket and picks it up in her hand while holding the baby on the other. She quickly closes the door and runs upstairs to her room. She places the basket on her desk and hurries to Sonic's room with the baby in her arms.

Eve moves Sonic's shoulder as she whispers, "Sonic. Sonic, wake up."

Sonic groans in his sleep, "Five more minutes."

"Sonic, this is important! Wake up!" Eve whispers.

Sonic sits up a he lets out a yawn. He rubs his eyes and turns to Eve with a tired look.

"What is it Eve? I'm tired and it's late," Sonic asks, tired.

"I know. I'm sorry to wake you up, but look what I found on the doorstep," Eve says, presenting the baby in her arms.

Sonic looks tiredly, but quickly makes his eyes wide in shock.

"A-A-A baby!" Sonic exclaims, loud.

Eve quickly covers her mouth. She turns to see the baby and is still sleeping. She then removes her hand from Sonic's mouth.

Sonic asks, but softly this time, "What's going on? Why do you have it? Where did it come from?"

"I-I don't know. I found it on our doorstep just now and came to you as soon as possible," Eve says.

"Okay, but what are we supposed to do with it?" Sonic asks.

"I don't know to be honest. I never expect to find a baby in the middle of the night," Eve says.

"And during a storm too," Sonic adds.

Suddenly, the baby begins to whimper as its eyes to reveal a bright blue color. Soon, the baby begins to cry. Eve quickly begins to rock the baby.

She softly says, "There there. Don't cry sweetie, don't cry."

The baby continues to cry while Eve is rocking. Soon it stops crying, but whimpers a little. Then looks at Eve with it's blue eyes. Eve smiles at the baby and the baby smiles a little back at it. Eve continues to rock the baby until it falls back asleep.

"There, everything is calm again," Eve says.

"Yeah. You're great with kids," Sonic says.

"Thanks. Still, what are we going to do with the baby?" Eve asks.

Sonic yawns, and answers, "I don't know about you, but I think we should get some sleep."

"Sonic," Eve firmly says.

"Don't worry, we're going to join the Sally and the others for breakfast tomorrow. We'll take the baby with us and see what they think we should do," Sonic says.

"Good idea," Eve says.

Sonic lays down on his bead and tucks himself in.

Then says, "Good night, Eve. See you in the morning."

"Night," Eve says.

Eve leaves Sonic's room and walks to her room. She gathers a few pillows to put on the floor and place it on one side of the bed. Eve then places the baby on the bed close to the pillows while she lays down on the other side.

Eve softly says, "Good night little baby."

Eve then softly kisses the baby and she falls asleep for the night.

Early the next day, Sonic and Eve arrive to Uncle Chuck's diner. Eve holds the basket with the baby in her arms. At the same time, Jazz the Chaos is sitting on Eve's head. At the large table in the back, they see Sally, Rotor, Cream and Cheese, Bunnie, Antoine, Amy, Sonia, Manic, Rotor, Tails, Cosmo, and Galaxina. Seeing their friends, Sonic and Eve walks over to them.

Sally notices them and wave, "Sonic. Eve. you made it."

"We wouldn't miss it Sal," Sonic says, sitting at a chair next to Sally.

Eve sits next to Amy on the other side of the table.

She says, "We're glad to see you guys, but um, there's something we need to show you."

"What is it?" Sonia asks.

Then Manic notices, "So what's with the basket?"

"Well," Eve says placing the basket on the ground.

She then removed the rolled up blanket and removes a bit to reveal the baby's face. Everyone gasps in shock to see Eve holding the baby in her arms.

Stunned Sally asks, "Where where did you?"

"I found a basket on our doorstep in the middle of the night, during the storm. Inside was the baby," Eve says.

Amy looks at the baby and says, "Awww. It's so cute!"

"Aww, isn't the baby a cute little muffin," Bunnie adds.

"And it's so small," Cream adds.

"Chao Chao," Cheese replies.

Jazz replies, "Chao."

"But where did the baby come from?" Rotor asks.

"I'm not sure. Before we lift, I found this scroll. I haven't read it yet," Eve says.

"Can you read it now?" Manic asks.

"I guess so," Eve answers.

Sonia asks, "Mind if I hold the little guy while you read the scroll."

"Sure," Eve says.

Eve passes the baby to Sonia and she takes out a small scroll that is attached to some black and red roller. Eve unrolls the parchment and sees writing on it. Reading the scroll, Eve is shocked to read it.

Sonic asks, "What's wrong?"

"I'm afraid the letter doesn't sound good and well… confusing," Eve says.

"How so?" Manic asks.

"I'll read it," Eve answers.

She then reads the letter to the group, "Dear child of heir to the Hayai Kaze Clan,

My name was Uma Arachnis of the Gossamer Clan. I suspect that you have a few questions, but don't have time to answer them. I'm afraid that my life will soon draw to a close and I am desperate need of assistance. I have heard a few tales about you and your family and know that you will be the one I can ask. I want you to make me three promises."

"Promises?" Amy asks.

Eve continues, "First, I ask that you take care of little Shun. He is the last son of my seven children. Raise him well. Teach him well."

Cosmo looks at the baby, "So Shun is his name. I think it sounds nice."

"The second promise is to raise him to become a skillful ninja. In the basket, there are weapons and our clan's suit for him when he grows up," Eve reads.

"Did it say weapons? Who gives weapons to a baby?" Bunnie asks.

"It did say when Shun gets older," Sally says.

"My last promise, I asked that you watched the Sword and Crown of Acorn. Watch it well. Guard it well. Make sure that it doesn't fall into evil hands," Eve reads.

"This is getting too weird," Manic says.

"Who does this being want Eve to keep an eye on ze sword and crown? They are very well protected," Antoine asks.

"Maybe she thinks something bad is going to happen," Sally asks.

Eve looks at the scroll, "There's more."

"As a proof of you vow to your promises. I have made a bracelet out of the strongest web with my clan's symbol. I would like you to wear it at all times, especially if you go to the Dragon Kingdom someday," Eve reads.

Eve looks in the basket to see a bracelet made of spider webs and takes it out. The web bracelet has a red medallion that looks like a spider web.

"I understand that this is asking for much and again, I apologize for unable to provide you an explanation, but I asked that you fulfill these promises, and to take care of my last child. Like all my children, Shun also means a lot to me. Tell my child, how much I love him," Eve reads.

She begins to frown as tears slowly falls from her face, "That… all the letter say."

Everyone else begins to feel sad and some also begin to shed tears. The mother, Uma is forced to give up her baby. From the letter, they suspect something terrible must have happened to her. Eve then places the bracelet on her left wrist. Then Sonia gives the baby known as Shun back to him. She continues to shed tears as she holds the baby close to him.

Eve says in sadness, "Don't worry Shun, I promise to take good care of you and raise you to be a great ninja."

Sometime later, Eve, Sonic, and Sally are in the living room of Eve's birth parents home. They explain to Obsidian about the baby, the letter, the bracelet, and the items that are needed.

"I see. So you found the baby and he appears to be from the Gossamer Clan," Obsidian says.

"That's right. I found him last night. After reading it, I can't deny the fact that it must be real. So, I've decided to keep my promise and raise Shun and train him. I can use some help with training ninja skills. Of course, not at this moment," Eve says.

"It's okay Eve. I have to say I am very proud of you that you've decided to take on this responsibility," Obsidian says.

"Thank you mom. Still, how did this Uma know that I'm your daughter that you're the heir of the Hayai Kaze Clan?" Eve asks.

"Yeah. That is weird. You didn't tell many of us about your mom's past, so how could this Uma know about it," Sonic replies.

Sally says, "Maybe someone might have seen Eve and Obsidian, or that someone is planning to attack you."

"Unless they haven't forgotten," Obsidian says.

"What haven't forgotten?" Obsidian asks.

"Well, long before Thunder took over the clan, The Gossamer Clan and the Hayai Kaze Clan used to be allies with each other. Of course, the Gossamer Clan still have many secrets that weren't shared, but they're very skillful ninjas," Obsidian says.

"That sounds kind of cool," Eve says.

Then Sonic asks, "So, how is your little kid doing? Start kicking yet?"

Obsidian places her hand on her stomach, "The baby is fine. It will still be three months couple of more months before the baby is born."

"Okay. Thank you mom," Eve says with a smile.

"You're welcome. Make sure you take good care of Shun and if you need help, ask me, Aleena, or Bernadette," Obsidian says.

"I will," Eve says.

Eve, Sonic, and Sally leaves the house and head off to their next destination… Acorn Castle. Since the hospital is close by.

"So our next stop is to begin some medical documents and give Shun a checkup," Eve suspects.

"That's right. If you want to adopt Shun, then you need to do it legally. We'll give Shun medical papers legal documents. I'm going to head to the castle and help my father get the papers ready. You and Sonic can get Shun to the doctor for a check up," Sally says.

After arriving at the lobby of the hospital, the two hedgehogs wait patiently for the doctor to see them. Eve holds baby Shun in her arms. She looks to see the baby's blue eyes. He manages to bring out two of the six arms he has.

Dr. Quack comes out and says, "Eve Hedgehog."

Eve stands up and walks to Dr. Quack with Sonic following from behind. Sometime later, the three are in one of the rooms. Eve then places the baby on the reclining and then sits next to him.

Dr. Quack says, "So Eve, I understand that you found a baby boy last night."

"Yeah. We think it will be best for him to have a check up since it rained last night. Plus, it's a good idea for him to have medical papers," Eve says.

"That is a good idea. I'll be sure to get started, but you will need to hold him," Dr. Quack says.

"Okay," Eve says.

Dr. Quack brings out his stethoscope as Eve holds Shun and takes the blanket off of him. Dr. Quack places his stethoscope on Shun's chest to hear his heard. Dr. Quack nods his head. Then brings out a thermometer and check his temperature on the forehead. Dr. Quack brings out a scale and tell Eve to place Shun on it. She does that and Dr. Quack writes down his weight.

Sometime later, the doctor appointment is done, Dr. Quack presents a folder to Eve that has Shun's name on it.

"Well Eve, I'm happy to let you know that you have a healthy little boy. The files will remain here for the next appointment," Dr. Quack says.

"Thank you Dr. Quack," Eve says.

After leaving the doctor's office, Eve and Sonic are at the Power Ring Pool having some lunch. Eve feeds the little spider child a bottle while Sonic is having his ten chili dogs.

Eve says, "I still can't believe you decided to get ten chili dogs in one sitting."

"Hey. Gotta be me, but don't worry I save some for you," Sonic replies.

Eve rolls her eyes, "Oh brother."

Suddenly, they hear a familiar laughter from the area. They look up to see Bokkun flying down towards them.

Eve groans, "Oh no, not Bokkun."

Bokkun lands on the ground, "Hey Sonic. Hey Eve. Great to see you again."

"What are you doing here?" Eve asks.

"You don't have one of these TV sets with you," Sonic panics.

Bokkun sternly says, "Don't worry, I promise this one isn't gonna explode."

"Okay," Sonic replies.

Curious, baby Shun replies, "Humm. Uaha."

Bokkun then notices the baby in Eve's arms.

He surprisingly says, "A baby. When did you get a baby?"

"It's a long story, but I'm taking care of it," Eve says.

"Sounds nice, but babies can be trouble," Bokkun says.

"Uh Bokkun, what exactly are you doing this time?" Sonic asks.

Bokkun says, "Dr. Eggman sent you a present."

Bokkun then takes out something from his bag. The thing is a robot that is a long pole with blur robotic eyes, and two feet like fins. What really shocked the hedgehogs is to see big pink lips on the robot. Eve and Sonic are surprised and disturbed at the same time.

"What is that thing?" Sonic asks.

"I'm not sure, but it's a weird looking robot," Eve says.

She walks over to the robot as she still has the baby in her arms.

Eve says, "Uh, hello little robot. So what do you do?"

The robot learns to Eve and gives her a big kiss on her right cheek.

Annoyed, Eve says, "A Kissing Robot?! You gotta be kidding?!"

"Nope. Dr. Eggman isn't going to do anything evil, but is planning on ruining your day anyway," Bokkun says. Then begins laughing.

The robot then begins to blow kisses at the two hedgehogs. With that, Sonic and Eve make a run for it. The kissing robot begins to follow them to the city as Bokkun laughs.

At Castle Acorn, Sally and King Acorn walk out with the paperwork.

"Thank you for helping setting up the legal document," Sally says.

"It's no trouble at all. I am still rather surprised by this discovery," King Acorn says.

"I agree. I'm surprised about it myself. Still, once we have the documents sign, Eve will officially adopt little Shun," Sally says.

Sally then looks around, "Where are they anyway?"

"Isn't that then running towards us," King Acorn answers with his head turning towards his right.

Sally turns to see Sonic and Eve running towards them, but they look scared.

"Hmm, I wonder what's going on?" Sally asks.

Sonic and Eve run past them.

Sonic screams, "Look out! Kissing Robot!"

"Kissing Robot?" Sally says, confused.

Sally and King Acorn then notices the machine with the large lips.

The robot asks, "Wanna kiss."

"No thank you," Sally answers.

The robot says, "Too bad. I'm doing it anyway."

The Kidding Robot jumps in the air and about to kiss Sally, but Sonic comes over and spin dashes it away. The robot is sent flying across the sky and lands in the water close to the ocean. The robot reaches the bottom of the water. Yet, it decides to kiss anything or any sea creature it can find.

After that, Eve is in her bedroom with little, Shun in her arms. Sonic, Sonia, and Manic are with them. Eve places the legal documents in her filing cabinet close by and closes it up.

Sonic happily says, "I'm glad you're officially going to have Shun, now we got yourself a little spider into the family."

"Yeah. We got another cool kid, and will have more along the way," Manic says.

"I have to agree. I'm very happy Shun is going to stay with us," Eve says.

"Don't forget, we still need to get a room for the little guy," Sonia says.

"That's right, but I want him to feel comfortable around me before we let him sleep on his own," Eve says.

Then grows concern, "I don't know if Shun is ready to have his own room yet."

"That's okay. We'll let Shun be used around you and the rest of us. Then we'll begin on making his new room," Sonia says.
"Not to mention some toys, crib, books, and whatever else he might need," Manic says.

Eve giggles, "Yeah. Thanks guys.

Sonia yawns, "I don't know about you guys, but I'm starting to get tired."

"Me too, and I'm sure Shun is getting tried too," Eve says.

Baby Shun then lets out a yawn and his eyes are looking drowsy.

"I'm going to take that as a yes," Sonic says.

Then begins to leave the room, "I'm going to crash for the night."

Manic and Sonia then leave the room as well.

"Good night cuz," Manic says.

"Goodnight Eve. Goodnight Shun," Sonia says.

"Goodnight," Eve says.

Eve then looks at little Shun as she shows a smile. Shun shows the same.

Eve then lays Shun down in bed and she lays down next to him. Shun begins to feel sleepy, but looks like he doesn't want to go to bed yet.

Eve then begins to sing one of her songs.

Eve Hedgehog:

Yasashii kotoba wo anata ga kureta

Sabishii toki ni wa dakishimetekureta

Kanashii koto mo atta kedo

asai haru no yorokobi mo futari de

Wakeatta

Toki ga owaru mae ga tooi hitori

nokoshitai kotoba wo sagashita

"Arigatou" to kouta kurikaeshita

sore dake ga anata wo mune ni

Todoke ba ii

Eve can see Shun sleeping with Jazz sleeping next to him.

Eve smiles and says, "Don't worry Shun, I promise to raise you like you're my own child. I promise to keep the promises to your mom."

Eve then tucks Shun in and soon she falls asleep.

Eve Hedgehog:

Kokoro yo douka toku sora wo kakete

hohoemi wo anata ni tsutaete

Kiete yuku haru no nagori no youna

nukumori dake wo sono mune ni

sotto nokoshite yuke tara

"Smile for You"

Eve continues to sleep with baby Shun and Jazz. Eve's hand reaches out to Shun and little Shun has one of Eve's fingers as they sleep for the rest of the night.

Smile For You: Sword Art Online.