Amy Rose the Rascal Episode I: A Mysterious Letter

It was a sunny day in Station Square. Some people would say that it was an easy, lazy day as the sun shone down on the city, making its way toward the horizon and creating a beautiful sunset in the sky. People were going different places; parties were happening in the street, picnics in the park and everything seemed to be very peaceful on this day. And, since it was a particularly warm day, it brought out many swimmers and surfers at the nearby beach. Amy Rose was no exception. Laying at the edge of the beach on a beach chair under an umbrella, Amy watched as the sun started to set while sipping on a fruit punch and sighing a sigh of contentment and satisfaction. All sorts of thought were going through her mind, mostly about Sonic and whether or not she should stop pursuing him. She's been chasing Sonic forever with no results. Every single time she tried to pursue him, to kiss him, to go further with him…he always seemed to refuse. Did he really like her? Did he even care about her? Or, did he really just want her to leave him alone? Either way, she felt like she was just wasting her time and is starting to feel herself tire of trying to get him to give her a chance. As she lied there on her chair, watching the sun set and finding herself wishing Sonic was there, she sipped the last of her juice and put the glass back down. A young man came up to her and picked up her glass.

WAITER: Freshen your drink, ma'am?

AMY: Huh? Oh yeah. No…I'm done for today. I'm about to leave.

WAITER: You sure you want to leave early? There's a luau happening tonight. Gonna be a lot of fun!

AMY: A luau, huh? What time?

WAITER: In about a couple of hours!

AMY: Well, I'm not dressed for a party.

WAITER: Oh, don't worry about it, you look fine!

AMY: Hmmm…well…maybe I can get some friends to come with me. I didn't even know this was going on until now.

WAITER: Well, you'd better hurry if you're gonna go.

AMY: Thanks for letting me know.

Amy got up from her chair and sped away from the beach. She decided that tonight she was going to party and forget about Sonic for a while. Tonight was going to be a girl's night out. She could try and see if Cream or Vanilla were busy. Maybe she could take Zeta or Sally. She would ask Rouge, but no one has seen her in a while. Then, too, maybe Tails would like to be her date. Either way, it was gonna be fun.

Amy finally reached her house and quickly picked out some comfortable, airy clothes. She picked up her phone and started calling people. Eventually, she found out that Sonic's little sister, Sonya, wasn't doing anything and wanted to go. Everyone else already had plans. Amy jumped in the shower and washed off real quick before putting on her clothes. She was wearing a white sun dress with pink trim, very fitting and beautiful. She looked stunning in it, but just casual enough where she could be comfortable. She also put on a pair of white sandals. Amy just put everything on and was about to leave when the phone rang.

AMY: Hello?

CREAM: Miss Amy?

AMY: Oh, hey Cream! What's going on?

CREAM: Hi, Miss Amy! My mommy's plans were cancelled. Can we still go to the party?!

AMY: Come on! The more the merrier. I'll meet you at the beach!

CREAM: All right!

Amy hung up the phone. Tonight was gonna be a good night. She rushed out, slamming the door behind her. She then realized that she forgot to check the mailbox. There was nothing in there except for one letter, and it only had her name on it. No return address or anything, just her name. Amy thought it strange, but took the letter back to her house and placed it on her bed, then ran out on her way to the party. She would deal with the letter when she got back.

Amy, Cream and Vanilla met up at the beach and sat down to a dinner just before the luau started. While eating, Amy and Vanilla struck up a conversation.

VANILLA: So, how are things?

AMY: Oh, they're alright. I just found out about this party when I was up here earlier just hangin' out.

VANILLA: Good that you found out about it. I really wanted to get out this evening. Didn't you say someone else was coming?

AMY: Yeah, Sonya…Sonic's younger sister. She should be here any minute.

VANILLA: Sonic's sister, huh? Hmmm….

Amy noticed that Vanilla frowned a little bit while looking down at her dinner.

AMY: What's wrong?

VANILLA: How…how are things with you and Sonic?

AMY: Huh? Oh, did you think we were together? We're not.

VANILLA: That's just my point. You've been chasing after him for quite some time, right?

AMY: Well…yeah. Yeah, I have.

VANILLA: Do you think that's right? I mean, he doesn't seem to be interested in you.

AMY: I was just thinking the same thing. I can't help who I like, but what do I do?

VANILLA: Maybe…and this is just my opinion. But, maybe it's time for you to move on?

CREAM: I think Mr. Sonic is nice!

AMY: You do?

CREAM: Yes, Miss Amy. And, I think he really does like you. But, he's always pretending that he doesn't, so I would leave him alone. I would find someone that really likes you.

AMY: Hmmm…smart.

VANILLA: Yes, she is. And if she can see that…how many others can?

Amy looked down at her plate and poked at her dinner a little bit. Then, she finally slammed down her fork.

AMY: I'm sick of thinking about this. This is supposed to be a party!

VANILLA: Yeah, you're right. Sorry I brought it up. I think they're starting!

It was about this time that Sonya ran up, thinking she was late.

SONYA: *puff puff* Sorry…did I miss anything?

AMY: Did you run all the way here?

SONYA: Yeah….*puff* *puff*…I thought I was gonna be late.

AMY: No! You right on time, ha ha ha ha!

VANILLA: I hope you got enough energy to dance.

SONYA: I'll *pant* be alright. Just need to *wheeze* catch my breath.

AMY: No time for that, let's go!

Amy grabbed Sonya's hand and they all ran down to the beach where the music was starting.

Two men in islander grass skirts came on the beach carrying a roasted pig on large spit to a nearby fire. They placed it on the wood stands to a loud and boisterous applause of everyone that was watching. Then, two other men in grass skirts were spinning around fire on wooden sticks, ending with them blowing fire as ladies in Hawaiian-style outfits were dancing in front of the audience as the music reached the loudest volume and the dancing began.

Just before the party ended, Vanilla took Cream home after she fell asleep on a nearby lawn chair. Sonya and Amy stayed longer, dancing the night away. The party ended soon after that, with fireworks popping off in the sky. Despite the fact that Amy had a good time, she was STILL wishing that Sonic was by her side. She tried not to think about it, but she couldn't help it. Sonya and Amy started walking home together.

SONYA: Thanks for inviting me, Amy!

AMY: Oh, no problem! It was a public party anyways.

SONYA: Still, I didn't even know about it. I thought it was gonna be a night in for me. Did you see those fireworks?

AMY: I don't think that was planned, that was just a last minute thing. Still, it was beautiful!

SONYA: Yeah! We need to hang out more often. I don't have too many friends around here…except for Sonic and Manic and maybe Sally.

AMY: Yeah…about that. Listen, do you talk to Sonic often?

SONYA: Yeah, just about every day.

AMY: Does he ever talk about…girls?

SONYA: Amy…what exactly do you want to know?

AMY: Well…I'm just trying to figure out…or maybe I want to know…does he like me? Like, does he ever talk about me in that way?

SONYA: Oh, I see. You're talking about him always running away from you, right?

AMY: Yeah. I just…I'm tired of making a fool of myself. Am I wasting my time chasing him?

SONYA: Ha ha ha ha! Girl, you're not wasting your time. He's crazy about you.

AMY: REALLY?!

SONYA: Yeah! He talks about you all the time. He just doesn't want to be tied down to anyone right now. You know him, gotta be a free spirit and all that.

AMY: OH MY GOD! OH MY GOD! HE'S CRAZY ABOUT ME!

Amy started to dance and twirl at this news. Maybe all isn't lost after all.

SONYA: Calm down, kid, calm down! Look, you can't tell him I told you about this, alright? He'll always deny it. But yeah, he definitely thinks about you a lot.

AMY: Ok, ok. I'm calm! I'm ok! EEEEEEE!

SONYA: That's my ear…

AMY: Sorry…I'm just so happy right now! But…if he likes me so much, why doesn't he at least let me know!

SONYA: To be honest, I don't know. I guess maybe because he thinks you're always gonna chase him?

AMY: WHAT?! We'll if he thinks that, he's got another thing coming! I'm not an idiot!

SONYA: No…you're just in love.

Amy got quiet at this statement. She knew that Sonya was right.

SONYA: Look, all I'm saying, is that he does like you. Continue to be friends with him, but if he refuses to grow up and say what he wants…leave him alone. He's my brother and I love him to death. But, I hate the way he treats you…especially when he knows he dreams about you.

Amy swooned. Sonic could have her in real life…he didn't have to dream. All he had to do was ask.

AMY: He said that? He told you he dreams about me?

SONYA: Oh yeah. He does really like you…he's just an idiot. Come on, it's getting late.

Amy and Sonya continued walking until they got to Amy's house. Sonya lived further down, but she said she would be fine on her own.

SONYA: You mind if I use your restroom real quick?

AMY: Sure, go ahead.

Sonya went in the back while Amy sat on her bed. She couldn't believe it. Sonic actually liked her. Of all the good news to receive, this was one that-

*KRUMBLE*

Amy heard the strange sound and looked down to see she was sitting on an envelope. She took it from under her legs and looked at it. It was that letter from earlier. She tore open the envelope and opened the letter. A look of confusion ran across her face. Sonya walked out of the rest room.

SONYA: OK, I'm done. I'll see you lat-Amy?

AMY: Huh? Oh, hey.

SONYA: Is everything alright?

AMY: Umm…I don't know. I got this weird letter today and I'm not sure what it means. I think they might have the wrong person.

Sonya sat down next to her as Amy read the letter out loud.

AMY: "Dearest Rosy the Rascal…"

SONYA: Rosy the Rascal?!

AMY: I haven't heard that name in forever. I wonder if…

SONYA: Well, what else does it say?

AMY: "…your presence is requested! We have urgent news for you that can only be delivered in person. It is concerning family matters that are too sensitive to be delivered in this letter. Please follow these coordinates and arrive here at once. We will be awaiting your arrival. And, for safety purposes, you can only come alone."

SONYA: Whoa…heavy.

AMY: You're telling me.

SONYA: Who's Rosy the Rascal?

AMY: You're talking to her. Rosy is…was…my nickname.

SONYA: Really? I think it's nice. How come you never told us about it before?

AMY: It's complicated. Not really all that important. Not really…

SONYA: Hey, why did you think they had the wrong person? If it's obviously you, why would you say that?

AMY: That's complicated, too. I'm sorry; I just don't feel like talking about this right now.

SONYA: Oh…well, I didn't mean to pry so much. I'm sorry.

AMY: No, no, you're fine. I'm just surprised that I'm hearing from them at all. I'll call you tomorrow ok? I need some time to think about this.

SONYA: Sure…ok. If you need anything you know where I am.

Sonya and Amy waved goodbye to each other and then Sonya left closing the door behind her. Amy sat down on her bed and stared at the letter.

AMY: Rosetta…

Sonya and Amy met up at Sonya's house the next afternoon. After making some small talk over coffee, Amy finally got to the reason why she was there.

AMY: Thanks for having me over.

SONYA: Oh, don't worry about it. I was a little bored anyway. So, you here to talk about the letter?

AMY: Yeah. I was just letting you know that I'm going to this place.

SONYA: What? Why? You don't even know who wrote it!

AMY: No…but I think I may have an idea.

SONYA: But why?! It makes no sense.

AMY: Everything started back while I was playing around with my tarot cards. One day, I asked the cards to tell me what my future was. The cards revealed that there was a blue hedgehog in my future, and that hedgehog would be the one I would marry. It also revealed that I would meet this hedgehog on what was once known as Little Planet. I was so excited that I traveled from my land to Little Planet to meet this hedgehog…and I did. He helped to rescue me back when was captured by…that robot. For those reason, I believe to this day that hedgehog that was shown to me is Sonic.

SONYA: Okaay. Didn't have any idea you messed around with tarot cards.

AMY: I did back then, but I hadn't done so in a long time. Not since I left…there…

SONYA: Where's there?

AMY: You wouldn't know it.

SONYA: OK…but what does this have to do with the letter?

Amy started to speak…but then stopped and shook her head.

AMY: I…I'm sorry. I've changed my mind. I don't think anyone can know about this until I go see for myself. Please don't be angry with me.

SONYA: Well, can you at least tell me the name of this place?

AMY: I think its best that you not know about it. It's not important anyway. I'm not even sure if it still exists. All I remember about it is that I left there after I got the prophecy about meeting Sonic on Little Planet. I never returned.

SONYA: Wait a minute, so you spent your whole life chasing after my brother? Are you serious?

AMY: Yes…but I was following a prophecy! The cards told me that we were to be wed! It even told me where I was to meet him. It couldn't be wrong, it just couldn't!

SONYA: OK, OK. Just so you know, I think that was very stupid…but it's in the past. Is there anything else to this, though?

AMY: No.

SONYA: Yes there is, you just don't want to tell me.

AMY: It's not that I don't want to…it's that I can't. I'm not sure what would happen if I told you.

SONYA: What would happen? Who are these people?

AMY: Aside from what I can't tell you, I really don't know any more than what the letter says.

SONYA (giving up): Well…it's obvious you're not gonna tell me anything, so this is a waste of time!

AMY: I'm sorry.

SONYA: Oh…I didn't mean it like that. It's just frustrating is all. Do you want me to come with you?

AMY: No…the letter said I needed to come alone.

SONYA: Not even for backup? I promise you I won't be seen.

AMY: Best not to chance it. If they're this secretive, they may not even let me near the place if they find out someone's following me.

SONYA: Well, how are you gonna get there?

AMY: I'll take the train as far as I can go. Then…follow the coordinates.

SONYA: Well, this whole thing sounds fishy to me. But, you gotta do what you gotta do. Just please be careful.

AMY: Maybe it'll be a good thing! Maybe it'll be something fun!

SONYA: I wish I had your enthusiasm...I just can't help but have an uneasy feeling about this.

AMY: Well, I'm not worried. It's about time I had my own adventure!

SONYA: Well, at least let me follow you to the train station.

AMY: Alright. I see no harm in that.

Sonya and Amy made their way to the train station. The train would be going in the direction Amy needed to go according to the coordinates on the letter.

SONYA: Amy, before you go, could I have a copy of that letter. You know, in case we need to find you.

AMY: Huh? Why would you think you need to find me? You don't think I can take care of myself? *chuckle*

SONYA: I just want to be safe. I'm really worried about this.

AMY: Ok…well…alright.

Sonya made a copy of the letter and handed it back to Amy. Then she gave her a big hug.

SONYA: You take care of yourself and come back! I'm giving you a week. If I don't heard from you, I'm gonna come looking and you'll be sorry.

AMY: I'll call you when I get there, ok? Don't worry about me.

Amy looked at Sonya, noticing the sad look on her face. She tried to smile, but she was clearly worried. She really didn't think Amy should go, but Sonya instead said nothing. Amy smiled back at her, reassuring her that nothing would go wrong. Then, she turned and got on the train.

The conductor made the final call for everyone to get on board. Amy sat down and pulled out the letter again, reading it. Then, the train started to pull off. Amy turned and looked out the window to see Sonya standing there, waving to her. She waved back smiling. Sonya finally forced a faint smile on her face. The train pulls off as Sonya watches it disappear down the track.

Sonya immediately makes her way home and puts the letter under a microscope. Unknown to her, Sonya swapped the real letter with the copy she made so that Amy is now carrying the copy while she has the genuine article. Sonya put the letter under her microscope, hoping to catch any clues about where this paper came from. Then, she picked up the phone.

SONYA: Yeah, Tails? It's Sonya. Listen, could you come over? It's important. It's about Amy…

TO BE CONTINUED…