Finally got this one done. I felt so out of it when I was writing this one, it was as if I lost my mojo. I think I got it back now as I'm much more satisfied then when I was when I started this. Also, hooray I finally made Shadow pred, the most popular male Sonic pred, most popular pred of all though may be debatable...but it might still be him.

Also Shelby isn't mine...

Enjoy..


Reform School

It had been a few months since the Anti-Tails incident. Luckily for our heroes, Miles didn’t leave an impression on the world. He was beaten and taken away before he could cause any harm much to Shadow’s annoyance. The whole experience worried Tails closest friends as they feared he may become just like Miles. After a few secret meetings, Sonic and friends agreed that it’s best to put a stop to the possibility before it starts. While there young friend may not like their decision, they felt it was best that Tails go to reform school. There he could be rehabilitated to the point where he’d be normal again...or at least as normal as a two tailed genius can really be. After some research, they found a school run by someone named Mr. Black. Who this person was, they didn’t know. He seemed to have a good track record, so that was good enough for everyone. Sonic, Knuckles, Amy, and Vanilla chipped in some rings to pay for the expensive reform school. Sonic agreed to be the one to break it to his best friend, and to take him there for his first day.

Meanwhile, a new sensation had recently hit the web. A new hit song that seemed harmless at first, but then really started to bother Tails. Nowhere was he safe from its popularity. Mobian boy and girl alike would walk up to him and ask “What does the fox say?” Normally he found it a little charming that people started to talk to him more, but they just wouldn't let up. He’d be asked to sing it and mimic what was done in the song. What was originally a non issue became a major pet peeve. After being asked for the hundredth time by an adult no less, Tails made a mad dash back to his home. It took every fiber in his body to not just eat those who wouldn't stop asking him about it.

“There you are little buddy, I got some news” Sonic said as he slipped in through the window.

“I swear if I hear one more person ask that stupid question..I’m gonna lose it.” Tails said gripping his fists.

“Oh...well at least more people talk to you now, that’s good right?” Sonic said laughing awkwardly. Tails was not amused.

“Well anyways I have something really important to tell you.” Sonic said being serious this time.

“Uh..sure, what is it Sonic?” Tails asked.

“A lot of us have been talking and well...we think you need to go to reform school.” Sonic said. He then handed Tails a pamphlet.

“WHAT...how could you guys say such horrible things, you guys think I’m some sort of delinquent?” Tails responded angrily.

“Deli..what?” Sonic asked confused. He wasn't good at understanding big words, but he just didn’t care about an answer, this discussion was more important. “Never mind, don’t tell me. What’s more important is that we fix you up, we don’t need another....him.”

“You guys don’t even believe in me.” Tails said, possibly on the verge of tears. He felt heart broken his friends didn’t seem to trust him.

“It’s just a safety precaution buddy, you always said it’s best to think and plan ahead. So that’s what we did. We just want to ensure you don’t feel the need to eat like that.” Sonic lectured.

Tails thought about it for a moment. Perhaps Sonic was right. Maybe going to reform school wouldn't be so bad. Though he was more impressed Sonic actually listened to a lecture of his about thinking ahead.

“Alright Sonic, I’ll do it for all of you.” Tails conceited.

“That’s awesome bro; I’ll take you there now. The first class starts in a few minutes.” Sonic said and reached out his hand.

“No I’d rather go by myself; I can handle a small trip.” Tails responded.

“Ok, the coordinates are on the pamphlet.” Sonic said. “You better go, because the teacher will report you to us if you don’t show up.”

“I know.” Tails said as he headed for the door. “Remember to lock up when you’re done in my house.

“Sure thing, I’ll be real good.” Sonic said as he jumped to the couch.

Tails flew off to the pamphlets location. What he didn’t understand was that the location turned out to be in a forest. What kind of school is located in a forest? He constantly tried to analyze in his head how that made much sense. He reread the pamphlet a few times. Besides the location and some info about reforming people into society, it said to ask for Mr. Black. How that made any sense, he did not know. Who would he ask as no one was around here but him? His ears then picked up some twigs being crushed and a walking sound.

“Um..is that you Mr. Black?” Tails asked a little nervous.

“Yes..I am Mr. Black...welcome to reform school.” The voice said.

Mr. Blacks true identity was revealed as he stepped out of the bushes and into the light. Much to Tails’ surprise, it was Shadow The Hedgehog. Tails didn’t understand why Shadow would put up such a ruse. Was Shadow mad that I didn’t listen to him and digest Miles a while back? Was he here to kill me? Did my friends set me up? All these thoughts swirled around in Tails head as Shadow came closer and closer. He just hoped he wasn't as paranoid as his friends, though knowing Shadow, it’d probably be worse.

“Look, I’m sorry for not listening to you, but I did what I thought is right.” Tails said as he prepared to possibly fight for his life.

“Relax, I’m here to teach you, not fight you.” Shadow said as he stopped his movements.

“You’re going to teach me...why.” Tails asked.

“Perhaps you were wrong for stopping yourself from finishing off that pest, but in doing so, you forced me to develop a way to punish those like him, without absorbing their qualities.” Shadow lectured.

“What do you mean?” Tails questioned.

“I mean...welcome to The Ultimate Reform School” Shadow proclaimed.

“What does rehabilitating me have to do with your discovery?” Tails once again asked.

“You misunderstand, you will not be reforming yourself...you will be reforming others.” Shadow answered. “You deny yourself the ultimate pleasure, the pleasure...of digestion.”

“WHAT..I can’t just go killing people left and right, I’d be no better than Miles.” Tails argued.

“You will learn to reform those you digest, that is the objective.” Shadow responded.

“How do you know so much Shadow.” Tails asked.

“Because I to prowl the night for prey, I to have the same appetite.” Shadow told him. “Perhaps all of us have this un-awakened potential in us to devour others.”

“Interesting theory, but why do you wanna help me?” Tails questioned.

“I’m offering you a trade, I help you learn to reform those you eat, but you must discover a way to absorb their power without taking their personality.” Shadow offered. “That way those who are deemed guilty will make me stronger and I won’t have to worry about reforming everyone to avoid a problem. On your end your urges will subside and you won’t eventually sacrifice one of your friends.

Tails thought about it for a moment. This gift would be amazing. He always wanted to feel what it was like to digest people, but he was too afraid. Now there would be no risk. It was weird having Shadow ask anything of him. It seemed like a win win bargain. On the other hand he wondered if Shadow would just become like Miles, he didn’t want a second tyrant. But he didn’t want to one day be forced to sacrifice a friend if enough food wasn't around.

“Will you just become like...the other me if I help you figure this out?” Tails asked.

“Of course not, she would not approve if I tried to conqueror or destroy the world.” Shadow responded with conviction.

“Then why trust me with this, everyone else is paranoid.” Tails questioned. He was confused as to why the more secure person would be okay with teaching something that could be fatal.

“It takes one predator to understand another predators needs. I know how it feels to need to satisfy yourself.” Shadow answered.

After another moment of thought, Tails believed everything Shadow said. Anytime Maria is mentioned, it must be true. He could never use her name in a lie. Maybe they could discover other things together too. After all, predators should hunt in packs.

“I am in your teachings Mr. Black.” Tails finally answered, solidifying his role as a student.

“Good, but just call me Shadow, that name was just to scam money out of your friends.” Shadow said with a chuckle.

“Well they deserve it for going behind my back.” Tails said as he agreed. He couldn't believe he had a little grudge against his friends, but he still did care for them as he’s doing all this for them.

Together they headed into the city. They jumped a bunch of roof tops and scaled building as they searched for a good area to start a patrol. They watched as people walked around the streets and continued watching until nightfall. While Shadow was patient, Tails got bored real easily.

“Are you teaching me or not.” Tails complained.

“If you don’t wait, then you’ll have to get a first hand lesson.” Shadow responded

“Ok..Sorry” Tails said not wanting to get on Shadow’s bad side.

“I try to pick off those who truly deserve it...at least when I can.” Shadow said as he kept a look out. “Who cares if a few muggers and murders suddenly disappear?”

“You got a good point.” Tails agreed.

Shadow then finally caught a glimpse of something. A male mongoose pulled out a knife in an alleyway, seemingly getting ready to attack someone. Shadow grinned as this idiot had just unintentionally volunteered himself to be a test subject. The mongoose was bigger than Shadow, which meant Shadow would just get a bigger meal. Common thugs never had any good fighting prowess outside of flailing weapons around like amateurs Shadow thought. It kind of disappointed him to, there wasn't gonna be a challenge.

“Stay here kid, I can handle this myself.” Shadow said as he jumped down from the roof. He then landed right at the edge of the alleyway.

“The hell do you want rat.” The mongoose said angrily.

“I’m teaching a course, you will be the test subject.” Shadow said grinning.

“Like hell I am, but those rings you wear are nice, hand them over and I may not stab you.” The mongoose responded.

“Oh...you mean my inhibitor rings...you can try and take them if you’d like.” Shadow said as he signaled the thug with two fingers.

The thug enraged, charged at Shadow knife first. Shadow effortlessly dodges to the left and then to the right. With his extreme speed, there was no way he’d be hit. He decided to let the thug tire himself out; it’d make swallowing him easier. Tails watched on in boredom, he was promised a lesson, and yet his teacher is playing around with his food. Shadow continued to play for another few minutes until the thing ran out of breath.

“What was that about stabbing me ingrate, because I don’t seem to have one scratch on me.” Shadow cockily pointed out.

“Shut up...I’ll kill you rodent.” The mongoose said as he made one final charge.

Shadow just scoffed at the futile attempt and kicked him hard in the gut. The mongoose fell to the ground in great pain, and the game was over. Shadow walked over to the downed thug and picked him up by the collar. The mongoose looked down into the blood red eyes of Shadow.

“Games over, I’m done playing with my food.” Shadow said as he started to open wide.

“What the hell are you.” The thug said as he panicked.

“I am the hope of the universe, I am the answer to all living things who..”

“What kind of lame speech is that?” Tails interrupted as he jumped down from the roof top.

“I...don’t know what came over me...maybe I got overly cocky...anyways.” Shadow paused, and then turned his attention back to his target at hand. “Watch and learn kid.”

Shadow engulfed the mongooses head into his mouth. The mongoose’s yelled as loud as he could, but he was muffled by Shadows cheeks as he took the first swallow. The mongoose could feel Shadows warm moist breathe in his face and Shadows saliva pour onto him. He thought it was disgusting. If Shadow had to rate the thugs taste, he’d give him a seven out of ten. The mongoose tasted decent at best. As the thug was about to stab him in a whiny tantrum, Shadow twisted the thug’s right arm, causing the thug to drop his knife. Shadow then swallowed to the mongooses shoulders, thus keeping the assailants arms stuck to their sides. Shadow’s powerful throat muscles pretty much made it impossible for the mongoose to escape. Tails watched Shadows magnificent form. He noticed that is seemed like Shadow was completely aware of his surroundings. Every time he was about kicked from the mongooses thrashing, he seemed to know where to block every time. It was like he figured out what the mongoose would do next before the mongoose could even think of it. Shadow easily gulped down to the mongooses waist and started to feel his stomach bulge out. It was such a blissful feeling. It had been a while since he got to do this as G.U.N. did not approve of this form of restraint. The mongoose saw the opening to Shadow’s stomach open as he was lowered into it. It was even warmer inside the stomach and slimier then the throat. The mongoose continued to whine and complain to try and save himself somehow, but after years of experience, Shadow learned to filter out the infernal racket his prey would make. Shadow put his two hands on his stomach and allowed the mongoose to struggle his way inside him. He enjoyed feeling his stomach bloat out and push his hands outward. Shadow eventually grew tired of swallowing a 7/10 tasting criminal, so he gave up on savouring. He slurped down the legs and then quickly gulped down the crooks feet, sending the mongoose to his final destination. Shadow’s large gurgling acid sack. Shadow spent a good minute savouring the moment. Feeling a full satisfied stomach was a feeling unlike any other. The mongoose felt the impenetrable stomach walls Shadow had as he banged on them.

“What the hell man...you’re insane” the mongoose shouted as he struggled in a futile attempt to escape.

“No..I just go by the laws of nature.” Shadow responded while stroking his large black stomach.

“You’re one sick son of a”

“BUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUURP ..Ah...much better.” Shadow said forcing out the lingering air inside and interrupting his prisoner. Everything then settled down comfortably for him. However someone else heard that sound. A hedgeray named Shelby. In fact she could only hear Shadow’s belch because she filtered out another annoying sound from a certain someone.

“And that’s how I saved the world.” A hyper active bee said as he floated around an annoyed hedgeray with a blue hat.

“I keep telling you to go home kid.” Said Shelby annoyed. She was tired of listening to the showboating, so called detective.

“But I haven’t finished the rest of my story.” Charmy said with a puppy dog look in his eyes.

“I don’t care. I need to get back to Heven.” Shelby said, making a lie on the spot. She then started making her way to the alley where Shadow and Tails were as that’s where she heard the belch, but she was stopped just before getting there by Charmy.

“Ok...can I get your number or something?” Charmy asked.

Before she blurted out the obvious “no” answer, she saw Shadow with a full wriggling stomach, and Sonic’s best friend with him. Shelby thought maybe she could get rid of this pest. No way she was gonna give her number to a minor. Normally she might feel a little bad sending someone to their doom, but even she made some exceptions.

“Hey look..isn't that Tails...maybe he’d be interested in your stories.” Shelby told Charmy.

“Hey it is...and Shadow got fat for some reason...oooh..I’ll ask him to sing my new favourite song.”

Charmy then flew over to where the duo were. Shelby chuckled as she knew he was a goner. But that’s what he deserved for bothering her constantly. She decided it was best not to stick around for the show as she didn’t want to be a witness. She titled her blue hat down a bit and walked off.

“Hey Shadow, Tails...what’s going on.” Charmy asked as he buzzed around them.

“None of your concern boy, be gone” Shadow proclaimed.

“Hey Tails...you’re a cool guy...can you sing for me.” Charmy asked while also ignoring Shadow. Shadow grunted as he hated being ignored.

“Sing?..Oh please no.” Tails complained. He knew what was about to be asked.

“Come on Tails...What does the fox.”

“NO DAMMIT NO.” Tails yelled and interrupted Charmy.

“Come on...Tails, Wapapapapa..Gack.”

Tails grabbed Charmy by the throat and spoke. “I’m sick and tired of people asking me that. If you like the song, then good for you, but just because I’m a fox, doesn’t mean I need to be reminded of this song every 5 seconds.” Tails said while squeezing Charmy’s throat.

“Just do it once...for me gack...the world’s greatest detective.” Charmy bargained.

Tails angrily threw Charmy to the ground and snapped his stinger. A loud cry could be heard from Charmy as he lost a special part of him. Shadow didn’t realize Tails could be so sadistic. It made him smile a bit. He then continued to watch Tails engulf Charmy’s head and start swallowing him. Charmy pleaded to be let free, but the fox was in some kind of rage. He bit into Charmy a bit and quickly gulped him down, not even taking a moment to savour his meal. Charmy felt powerless and completely under the control of Tails’ throat muscles as they continually pushed him downward into his gullet. Charmy barely could prepare himself as he was eaten so fast and dropped into Tails stomach. Charmy was kinda small and not much of a meal, but Tails didn’t care, he finally shut Charmy up. Charmy struggles and cried as he pounded on Tails’ stomach, but to no avail. Maybe it would have worked initially, but Tails already had some practice containing people inside him. Charmy was like a 6/10 to Tails, not very tasty...but just pretty average.

“BUUUUUUUUURP!!...that outta shut you up.” Tails said as he poked his stomach

“Gah..please let me out...I’m sorry.” Charmy pleaded.

“Never thought I’d see you pissed off kid...but anyways you got yourself a test subject to practice on.” Shadow said as he was digesting his meal.

“I guess I will...or I might not.” Tails said while smirking.

“NO PLEASE.” Charmy yelled.

“Do whatever you want.” Shadow said as he stroked his shrinking black stomach.

“I’ll think about it.” Tails said as his stomach started digesting. “Too bad Charmy was small and didn’t taste that great...I’d like something bigger and tastier next time.”

“I’m sure you’ll be very fond of your graduation then.” Shadow said

The two then headed out. Whether Charmy was brought back or not I’ll leave up to you. But what was on the young foxes mind was the graduation Shadow spoke of. Whatever it was, it sounded like he’d get to eat something or someone bigger, and hopefully tastier. He couldn't wait. Neither could Shadow as he already had a plan to set one up, without even lifting a finger of effort.