Name: Bella Marie Hedgehog

((Appearance: Bella is a petite 10-year-old hedgehog with soft, lavender-colored fur that gives her a gentle, almost ethereal glow. Her quills are long and meticulously gathered into a high, neat braid that cascades down her back, often swaying gently with her movements. Her most striking feature, however, is her pair of Hello Kitty glasses. These glasses, a thoughtful gift from Shadow, feature a classic wayfarer shape with a bright white frame. The right side is adorned with a prominent red bow, a signature Hello Kitty element, while the left side has three small black details that look like whiskers. The clear lenses are essential for her vision, but they also add to her undeniably cute and slightly studious charm. She typically wears comfortable, modest clothing, often in soft pastels or muted tones, chosen for practicality rather than flash, a habit from her past.))

((Personality: Bella is a sweet and gentle soul, often quiet and observant due to both her past and her reliance on her glasses. She possesses a deep well of empathy and a keen eye for detail, noticing small things others might miss. Though initially shy around new people, once she feels safe and accepted, her playful and curious nature shines through. She is incredibly grateful for Shadow's care and strives to be helpful and well-behaved, sometimes to a fault, as she fears being a burden or disappointing those she loves. She loves learning new things and is particularly fond of stories and quiet activities. Her bad eyesight has made her resilient and adaptable, relying heavily on her other senses and a sharp memory.))

It was an unusually quiet day, one that seemed destined for something special. Shadow sat comfortably in a cozy chair, holding his Best friend, Bella, tenderly on his lap. She were just a Child, her wide eyes filled with innocent curiosity as you observed the world around her. Today was unique— her Friends Decided it was time for her very first earrings.

Shadow wasn’t exactly thrilled about the idea. Though he was a Ultimate Lifeform, he was incredibly soft-hearted when it came to The 10 Years old. The thought of her experiencing even a small amount of discomfort made him uneasy. Nevertheless, he knew it was important to his Friends: Sonic The Hedgehog, Silver The Hedgehog, and Knuckles The Echidna, so he agreed, though he did so with some hesitation.

As the woman approached with the earrings, she offered a warm, reassuring smile, but Bella sensed something was different. Sonic, noticing her apprehension, held her head gently but securely in his big, strong hands, his touch full of affection as he tried to keep you calm. When the woman cleaned her tiny earlobe, She Immediately let out a Startled cry, the unfamiliar sensation making her squirm a bit.

Then came the moment. With a swift motion, the woman used the ear piercing gun, its spring-loaded mechanism causing a sudden, sharp pinch as it pierced her ear. Bella let out a startled cry, the sting too much for her little heart to bear. Shadow's heart ached as he saw her tiny face scrunch up in distress. He immediately began whispering soothing words to Bella, his voice gentle and comforting.

But there was still one more ear to go. As soon as the second earring was in place, Shadow quickly stood up, holding Her close against his chest. He could feel her tiny body trembling with sobs, and it hurt him more than any battle wound ever could. He began to walk away from the scene, cradling her securely in his arms, his voice as gentle as a lullaby as he tried to calm.

once it was over, The woman put her supplies down while Shadow, Sonic, Silver, and Knuckles all Comforted her some Patting her back others Whispering soothing words.

“It’s alright, little one. It’s all done,” he whispered, pressing a kiss to her forehead. He held Bella tightly, pacing back and forth, rocking her gently until her cries subsided.