Chapter 1 Home invasion.

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Jennifer's pov

"Uuugh!" I grunted tossing my hot blanket and even the sheet from my body in a desperate attempt to cool down. It just had to be in the middle of summer when we landed here. I had found out the hard way that the summers on Mobius were brutal, and having freaking fur did not help matters. It had been little over a month since landing here and I was already praying for winter.

I flipped to my back sprawling out and readjusting my pajama shorts, which were almost sticky with sweat. The house Shadow had bought me was not equipped with air conditioning, although Tails was building me one and it would be done by the end of the week. But my practically melting body needed relief NOW. Huffing I got up, not being able to sleep anyway and made my way to the kitchen.

Passing the large mirror I had hung in the hall I scowled at my reflection. My fur looked sleek with sweat and my quills were limp. I briefly considered shaving my whole body, but then I remembered a image of a shaved cat and shivered. No I wouldn't shave it off no matter how much I hated it at the moment. I remembered complaining about my hair when I was human and scoffed. I honestly don't know how Amy and Rouge stood it, especially Rouge in her tight leather suit. She must smother in that thing.

I made my way over to the fridge and opened the freezer, placing my body against the cool breeze. Groaning at the relief I turned and opened the freezer as well. After a few moments of bliss Spunky walked in looking at me curiously while panting. I gave her a lopsided smile and sighing I closed the fridge and went to the sink to get her some fresh water. After refilling her water bowl I decided to go outside in the hopes that it would be slightly cooler. And perhaps I could wear myself out with a small walk.

Walking out the door I was met with a blast of balmy air, quickly closing the door before Spunky got out I made my way across the front yard. I gave a brief glance at the flower bed that Amy had insisted upon. We had a nice time planting the assortment of tiny plants, my favorite being a puffy blue flower with a long stem. It fairly resembled the different colored dandelions from the story book, Horten Hears a Who, by Dr. Suess. Anyway it added a homey touch to the house, along with the pretty wind chimes Vanilla had gifted me.

Yet I still had a touch of homesickness. Although I was happy here, with Shadow and the others, I still missed earth. There was so much to learn here, I was practically starting my life anew. Which wasn't truly the problem, I didn't mind starting over with a clean slate. My twisted and unusually drama filled past put behind me, with new beginnings and possibilities galore for me to choose from.

But I missed the comfort that I had, I knew how things worked on earth but things were different here. There was a different type of currency here, they paid for things with these large golden rings. I didn't have a job here, didn't know the towns or even the land. I knew nothing of all the different things here, the plants, the history. I didn't want to be a hermit or anything but sometimes it was just so overwhelming.

I just wanted to curl in bed and never leave the house. Geez there was even the fact that there was a king here! I assumed that he was like a President, only with a different title. That's what it seemed like anyway. Shadow told me he made important decisions like a President. There were differences though, like there were guards that protected him and the people not police. The royal family lived in a castle, not a white house. And their system was slightly different from the government I was used to.

There had also been no indication that he was a tyrant or anything of the sort. In fact he was apparently well loved and adored by the public. With the Princess, his daughter Sally, receiving the same feedback. Truth be told I had not met her nor the king himself yet, but with Robotniks trial and such I had seen her on the news. She seemed to be a confident individual, with wit as sharp as a knife. I myself didn't want to attend the trial for several reasons, most of which fell on the fact that I simply didn't want to see him.

Shadow understood and explained my absence to Sally who poised as the judge. In the end they didn't need me to testify or anything, they had more then enough evidence to sentence him to life in prison. At first I was surprised with this punishment, I had expected death for all the crimes he had committed. But apparently the death penalty was not something they did here. So now Robotnik was rotting away behind bars in a heavily guarded prison, just as I had wanted.

I didn't think about him much though as there was too many other things in my mind. Most of them concerning my life here, and what my plans were. As I strolled down the path that led into the forest I pondered over my life here so far. Loads of things had changed, the biggest being the fact that myself and the others were no longer always together. In fact I hadn't even seen Knuckles since parting with him when we had first arrived. But then I understood why he could not visit, his duties to the master emerald were strict, and he took his job of protecting it very seriously. So I understood, but I still missed him greatly.

Sonic had resumed his status as hero of Mobius and spent the days stopping crime, going on a date with Amy, or just plan running. Amy herself would come and see me sometimes, but she was busy with her own job and Sonic most of the time. Rouge had went back to her occupation as a spy, which I thought was pretty awesome but also sad since I had seen very little of her. The only ones I saw on a daily basis was Cream, Tails and of course Shadow. And although he made time for me Shadow was busy with his own job as well.

He worked in a mechanics shop, building and repairing different things. He had extensive knowledge in that field since he worked for Robotnik at one point. Apparently he had read data plans, sketches of blueprints, and had even added touches of his own to the robots they were building. In fact I had been looking for my own job here, but after two interviews I was no closer to being employed. Which I'll admit was a disappointment, since I was growing tired of Shadow paying for my every expense.

He claimed that he didn't mind and it was no bother because he loved me. But I knew how hard he was working to try and support the both of us with one job. He was often tired and guilt was eating away at me. I huffed in frustration turning to go back home, this walk was doing next to nothing. It actually seemed to be making me more hot now that my blood was pumping, and there was only a few tiny breezes flowing through the air. As I started back I couldn't help but notice the brilliant stars above me. Admiring them as I walked I began to think about mine and Shadows first date.

Flashback, "Can I look now?" I asked my hands covering my eyes. "Not yet." Shadow muttered leading me along a rough path. I was excited to see what he had planned. We were going on our first official date as a couple and Shadow had insisted it be a surprise. I began to hear soft music playing and I furrowed my eyebrows in confusion. He had led me into the forest behind my house, where in the world would music be coming from? Only a few seconds later and I felt him pull my hands away from my eyes yelling "Surprise!"

As I took in the scene before me I felt a swirl of emotions. Small plastic candles lit up the tiny clearing, as the light of the full moon shone through a gap in the trees overhead. I beamed when I saw a small radio that was playing soft music and a bottle of what I assumed was wine atop a soft plush blanket. He sat on the blanket patting the spot beside him, I quickly followed suit and he wrapped a arm around me.

"Look up." he requested. I tipped my head back curiously, and gasped at the beautiful sight. Stars flickered brightly in the dark sky, the full moon framing them perfectly. They looked brighter and sparkled more then earth stars, It was mesmerizing. I slipped my hand in Shadows, "Its beautiful." I marveled. Shadow rustled beside me before a loud pop was heard, and a second later he handed me a glass of wine. I looked at the ruby liquid curiously, wondering what it would taste like.

I never had wine before so I wondered if I would enjoy it. I gingerly sipped the liquid, before humming in appreciation. It had a slightly sweet taste and was somehow dry almost. If that at all made sense, but still it was enjoyable. We sipped our drinks in silence for a few moments before Shadow began pointing out constellations to me. I listened attentively, wanting to remember the patterns. "They look like their dancing." I commented looking at the many twinkling lights.

Shadow chuckled before standing abruptly and holding out a hand to me. "Dance with me?" he timidly asked. My breathing quickened and I looked to the side in embarrassment. "I um, can't dance." I awkwardly confessed. I felt hands pulling me up and encircle my waist. I looked into his ruby eyes with worry not wanting to make a fool of myself and step all over his feet. "Just watch me." he murmured beginning to step in a small square. I carefully watched his feet attempting to copy his movements, biting my lip in concentration.

Just as I was getting used to the repeated steps Shadow twirled me in a circle before dipping me. As he pulled me back up I let out a laugh, exhilarated from the rush that I was actually dancing! He pulled me tighter against him as he smiled himself, "Did you like the surprise?" I nodded vigorously, "This was wonderful, best date ever." He laughed happily, "I'm glad you like it, I was kinda worried you wouldn't." he admitted. I shook my head, "I love it, and I love you." I firmly said. He leaned his forehead against mine with a smile, "I love you too."

I smiled at this memory, encouraged by the thought that I was making new ones to replace the ones I've lost. I walked through the tree line and saw my house in the pale moonlight. Yet there was something off...did I leave the lights on? I couldn't recall doing that, or did I? I was suddenly hit with a strong sense of deja vu, this seemed familiar. Then I heard Spunky barking like mad inside and I snapped to attention. Spunky was never aggressive unless something was wrong, someone or something was in my house.

And whatever it was, it could not be good. Sparks crackled around my clenched fists, and I quickly circled around to the front door. I was surprised to find it hanging off the hinges, and what looked like burn marks streaking across the floor. "What the crumpets?" I muttered, my head snapped up when all went quiet inside. I stepped inside quietly frowning when I noticed a large green lump on the floor of my living room. Suddenly a groan sounded through the room, the lump began moving and sat up holding its head.

My eyes widened in slight surprise when I realized that it was a large crocodile. He was wearing a large gold chain around his neck and pair of headphones. Clunky shoes were fitted on his feet along with a pair of white gloves for his hands. There also seemed to be rockets attached to the bottom of his shoes, they must have been the cause of the burn marks. I scowled in aggravation, shocking the intruder to oblivion without any hesitation. "Ahhh!" he screamed as he convulsed before dropping back on the ground.

Sighing I turned and snatched the phone off the wall, quickly dialing a number that was familiar. It rang for a few minutes and I thought there would be no answer, it was after all past two in the morning. I gave repeated glances to the unconscious croc, making sure he was not waking anytime soon. I was about to put the receiver down and just deal with it myself, even though I had no idea what to do, when someone answered. "Hello?" a sleepy voice asked. I sighed in relief, "Shadow? Its Jennifer." I replied back.

"Jen, is something wrong?" he yawned. "Shadow I'm sorry for waking you like this, but well...someone broke into my house and that somebody is now laying unconscious on my floor." I bluntly explained. There was silence on the other end for a moment, "I'll be right over." he stated all traces of sleepiness gone. I was about to reply when a loud thunk echoed through the house. "Vectorrrrr!" a upbeat voice called coming from the back door in the kitchen.

A lower voice spoke now, closer this time, "Charmy, you can't just burst into someone's home!" he chided. Ok now I was getting testy, three robbers in one night, was my life really this ridiculous? There was muffled noise from Shadows end of the phone, and I gripped it in frustration. "Shadow, there are more." I hissed. "How many?" he demanded. "At least two, I don't know if there are others." I muttered. The footsteps were getting closer, "Jennifer, hide in the bathroom and lock the door." Shadow demanded.

I paused, "Did you really just tell me to hide?" I deadpanned. There was silence on the other end for a second, "I have officially become the over protective boyfriend..." He sighed before continuing, " Ok fine, kick their butts but be careful, I'll be there in two minutes tops." The intruders were almost upon me, I quickly muttered a reply to Shadow, silently putting the phone down and creeping out of the room. I had just slipped into the hall, the shadows hiding me from sight when a shout of slight alarm came from the living room.

"Charmy get back here! Why didn't you just knock at the front door?!" "Vector, are you ok?" the one called Charmy cried apparently ignoring the one who kept scolding him. So the crocodiles name was Vector? No matter, I quickly rounded the corner my palms snapping with a electric ball in each. "Hands up right now!" I ordered. A purple chameleon with amber eyes looked at me in surprise slowly raising his hands in defense. "Now calm down ma'am, this is just a huge mistake."

My eyes romed over to the other stranger, a small bumble bee that was buzzing over the one named Vector. I aimed one hand in his direction, and the chameleons eyes narrowed in anger. "Hey, leave him alone like I said before this is just a misunderstanding!" he raised his voice at me. I snarled in return, "Yes three strangers just broke into my house, I would say that's a big mistake. For you three that is. Besides having to deal with me and the law, you guys are in some serious trouble. My boyfriend is on his way right now. And I'm sure you have heard of him, the ultimate life form ring any bells?"

The bee gasped in awe, "Espio, this pretty hedgehog is dating Shadow? No way Mr. Creepy could get a girl like this." I blanched at this outburst, I had just threatened his life yet this bee was acting as if it was no big deal. I don't even think he took me seriously. Espio just rolled his eyes, "Apparently he can Charmy." he answered. Then his attention diverted back to me warily, "Look miss we are not thieves or murderers. If you would allow me to explain..." Espio was cut off when my front door burst open.

Shadow was illuminated by the moonlight and his ruby eyes were alight with rage, all in all he looked murderous. Charmy yelped while Espios jaw dropped and he choked in alarm. Shadow himself narrowed his eyes in confusion for a moment before giving a huge huff of frustration. "What are you fools doing here?" he demanded. I was mystified, Shadow knew these dolts? All eyes then locked on Vector who got up with a groan, "What happened?" he muttered. His unfocused eyes roved around the room in confusion before locking on Charmy.

"Hi ya Vector! You crashed into this lady's house after I accidentally set off those rocket skates we were trying out!" I winced at the bees high pitched voice, it seemed when he got excited it became even higher in pitch. I jumped when Vector hopped up and began chasing Charmy, "I'm gonna tan your hide Charmy!" he roared. Charmy yelped in fright flying up to the ceiling, which just so happened to be just out of Vectors reach. Vector attempted to grasp the bee by hopping to expand his reach.

His finger tips brushed Charmys shoe, with a squeal he lifted his feet and buzzed to the opposite side of the room. Espio sidled up beside me to get out of the way when Vector charged across the room knocking over a lamp in the process. I dived to catch it, sighing in relief when I just barely caught it. Shadow helped me up while Espio tried to calm Vector down glancing in my direction apologetically. Placing the lamp back I glared at the three strangers, "Who are these bunglers?" I asked.

Shadow growled, "The Chaotix." he replied. I crossed my arms impatient for this night to be over. "All right that is ENOUGH!" I screamed. All action stopped and Vector seemed to notice me and Shadow for the first time. Upon seeing me Vector jumped back, "Your the one who shocked me!" he accused pointing a finger in my face. I shoved it away in aggravation, "You broke into my house, seemed like a valid reaction." I calmly stated. Vector rose a brow, not seeming to know what to say.

Espio butted in, "We are very sorry for intruding in your home, this was just a mistake. I'm Espio, that's Vector and Charmy." he pointed. I glared at first but then I gave a sigh, "Um I'm Jennifer." i stated. "We should actually be going now." Espio nervously said. As they filled out of my home, with Vector giving me a apology and a thank you for not calling the police. Charmy zoomed past me, "Bye pretty lady thanks for not beating us up!" I quickly shut my front door taking a deep breath, bewildered from the events that had just occurred.

I peeked at Shadow from the corner of my eye, "Never a dull moment right?" I commented. Shadow snorted, "I suppose, I'm just glad your alright." "Thanks for coming over, even though nothing happened." I replied. Shadow shrugged, "I didn't mind, are we still on for dinner tomorrow?" he questioned. Nodding the alternative Shadow bid me a goodnight and left.

I climbed the steps wearily going into the bedroom. Spunky lay snoring on the plus by bed, oblivious to the world. "And where were you through all that commotion?" I bitterly asked. She snorted and rolled over at my question and I snickered. Collapsing on my bed I felt the heat settle back into my bones quickly. But after the strange events exhaustion had set in and I quickly fell asleep.