Hello, I'm back with another story. It's a Sonic/Knuckles story based on Beauty and the Beast, mostly the Disney one. I hope everyone likes it. =) Enjoy!

The Guardian and the Hedgehog

Once upon a time, there was a hedgehog named Sonic. He was the world's greatest hero, always foiling Dr. Eggman's plans to rule the planet. He was admired by everyone for his bravery. But, not only was he brave and heroic, he was also bossy and spoiled. He lived in a huge mansion with an iron gate. One night, he was in the dining room, waiting for his food. "Where's my chili dogs?! Shouldn't they be done by now!?" he shouted.

Vanilla and Cream came in carrying a large plate full of chili dogs. "Here you go, Sonic."

"I helped make them, I hope you like them, Mr. Sonic," Cream said sweetly.

"Bout time, you know I don't like to wait."

"We promise not to take too long next time," Vanilla said apologetically as she and Cream exited the room.

"As Sonic was eating his favorite food, there was a loud knock at the door. He continued eating, figuring someone else will get it. A minute later, the knocking persisted. 'Can somebody get that?!" Sonic got a little agitated, then he finally got up and zipped to the front door and opened it. "Hello?"

An old woman stood before him carrying a single red rose. "Excuse me, I would hate to bother you, but I'm cold and hungry. I have no money. Would it be too much trouble to let me stay just one night? All I have is a rose to pay." The lady pleaded.

Sonic was already agitated and tired. It would be kind of odd having an old hag around. "Look lady, I'd love to but I don't think we have enough room, the house is already filled with people," he answered insincerely, "and you interrupted my dinner. Sorry, try the next house. Later." He shut the door.

The lady stood there for a second, then she was engulfed in a white light and in her place was a beautiful enchantress. Sonic saw a bright light outside; he opened the door and was shocked to see the enchantress. She explained how he was selfish and conceited fro not helping her and that he must pay a price. "You must learn that appearance is not the most important thing, and that your attitude is unacceptable!" she said in an echo-y voice, as the rose she held started glowing.

Sonic glowed along with it. "What? What's going on?!" he demanded. His body started changing, as well as his voice. He growled.

"I am putting a spell on you. You will remain a beast. This flower is your life, by your next birthday, all the petals will have fallen, and you will cease to live. The only was to reverse the curse, is it someone falls in love with you and you returned their love." With that she vanished. Sonic roared as he ran up to his room, not noticing the other residents have changed, as well.

A month later, the current Guardian was walking through town; he'd finished patrolling and he was on his way back to the altar. Shadow appeared in front of him. "Hello, Guardian."

"What are you doing here, Shadow?" he asked.

"Just came up here to enjoy the sights, and to see how you were doing." He put an arm around Knuckles' shoulder.

Knuckles gave him a weird look. "Uh, since when did you want to see me?"

"Well, I've been thinking about how alike we are. We both have Chaos Power, we both grew up alone. We have so much in common, we're practically soul mates."

"I think you're crazy," the Guardian pushed away from the dark hedgehog and glared at him.

"Hm. I think you like me, you're just hiding it."

Knuckles scoffed. "Well, your wrong, and-"

"KNUCKLES!!"

"I have to go," he glared at Shadow as he ran though the trees.

"Hmph, I'm the Ultimate Life Form, I'll get what I want!"

Knuckles walked into the small house that was built right next to the Master Emerald's altar. Inside was his father, Locke. "Hey, Dad, you called me?"

"Yes, son, I have something to tell you. I plan on leaving for a few days, and I want you to keep the Master Emerald protected at all times while I'm gone, okay?"

"Yes Dad."

"Good boy." He ruffled his son's spines and headed out the door, and through the trees. About an hour later, he was still in the woods, and it had gotten dark. "Hmm, it seems I may have taken a wrong turn somewhere. I should turn back and try again." As he turned around, he heard growls. He got in a fighting stance as about five or six wolves came out of hiding. Knowing he was outnumbered, he decided to run the other direction, being chased by wolves. Locke ran until he spotted iron gates ahead; he ran toward them, pushed one open, went through, and closed it behind him. Knowing he was safe from the wolves, he turned his attention to the large house behind him. He walked up to the door and knocked. Thinking the house was probably abandoned, he pushed on the door and it opened. "Hmm…" he walked inside. The room was dark and quiet, except for a lit candelabra sitting on a small table next to a little clock. The old Guardian picked up the candle to use to light his way. "Strange place," he commented. He looked at the candle again and noticed that it was green. "A green candlestick?" he said, confused.

The green candlestick opened its eyes. "Yo!" it greeted.

"What the-?!" Locke was surprised to see a talking candle. "You…talk?!"

"You idiot!" said a voice that came from the clock, which was purple.

"How are you talking!? Inanimate objects don't talk!"

"It's a long story," said the green candlestick. "Names Vector, and you are?"

"Uh…Locke Echidna."

"He shouldn't be here," the clock whispered. "what if HE found out!?"

"That's Espio. Don't worry about him, he's just a big worry wort!"

"This is an interesting place, you mind if I look around?" the echidna asked.

"Of course!" Vector hopped out of Locke's hand. "Follow me!" He said as he hopped of with Espio. Locke was led into a large room with a fireplace, armchair, and rug. "Please sit down," Vector said, ignoring Espio's protests.

Locke sat n the large armchair and a cart rolled up to him with a teapot and teacup. "Hello, dear. How about some tea?" said the teapot as it poured some tea into the teacups. "Call me, Vanilla, dear."

"Oh…uh, thank you." The old echidna picked up the teacup. As he lifted it toward his mouth he heard giggling. "Huh?" The giggling continued and he felt the cup shake. He looked down at it and saw that it was laughing. "Oh."

"Your beard tickles!" it laughed.

The echidna chuckled, "And what's your name?"

"My name is Cream.," she said.

He chuckled again at the name.

"Please! He must leave! What if the Master comes in here?! He'll be furious!"

"You worry too much! Can't you see he needs-" Vector was cut off when the sudden sound of large doors slamming against the wall rang throughout the room. A large figure stood in the doorway.

"By the Walkers…!" The old Guardian stood up in shock at the sight before his eyes. It was…some sort of monster!

"M-master, I tried to tell them-!" the clock stammered.

"What the hell are you doing in my castle!?" the monster demanded.

"I-I got lost and c-came across this place. I thought it was a-abandoned." Locke stuttered, deciding whether to run or stay completely still.

"Does this look abandoned to you?! Trespassers are unwelcome here!!"

"I was only hoping for a place to stay for the night, I'll leave first thing in the morn-!"

"I'll give you a place to stay!" The creature grabbed Locke by his white coat and dragged him down to the dungeon, not listening to the protests coming from the poor echidna. He tossed his prisoner into one of the cells and locked it shut.

Well, there's chapter 1. I've already got most of the story written out, so it shouldn't take too long to upload the next chapter. I hope you guys liked it. Stay tuned for chapter 2. =D