Once he saw Tikal.. He felt a relief and sadness at the same time. Part of him wanted to hold her and kiss her. While the other half just wanted to be punished for letting this happen. Tikal saw the sadness and worry in his eyes. I wonder why he's so sad. Was he worried for me? And what happened anyway? Her mind was building with questions. She decided to speak first.

Tikal: Uhhh..W..What happened?

Shadow: You were in an accident. You were badly injured.

Tikal: But-

Shadow: Your suffering some memory loss

Tikal: W..What?

Shadow: Tails said you might get it back slowly.

Tikal: M..Might?

Shadow:*nods*

Tikal was filled with confusion and sadness. She didn't want to forget her friends. Soon she realized she doesn't remember the past few months. It seemed like she was asleep in the Master Emerald again for thousands of years but this time it was a few months. But she force herself to smile. She knew she was lucky. And it could've been worse. Shadow was confused by this. At first she was upset but then she got over it so quickly. She must be really hurt he thought. Tikal tried to get out of bed. But she trip. As she fell, Shadow ran towards her and catch had a blush across her face. Shadow seemed so... Different. He was more kind then usual. He held her close. Tikal was holding him on to his shoulders. Soon she look up and saw worriedness in his eyes again. She couldn't help but look back. Soon she was lose in his gaze. So he spoke.

Shadow: Careful, wouldn't want to hurt your self again.

Tikal: T-Thanks. *nerves laugh*

After she said that, she soon realized he was still holding her. Her blush grew bigger across her face.

Tikal: Uh Shadow

Shadow: Yes?

Tikal: You can let go now. *nerves laugh*

Shadow was stunned for a second. If he could, he would've slap himself across the face for stupidity. He grew a blush across his face as well.

Shadow: Oh right.

Once he let her go. They both didn't look at each other at first. Shadow wanted to say something but was interrupted by Sonic and his friends.

Sonic: Hey Tik.

Cream: Tikal! I'm So happy your ok!

Amy: Me too.

Tikal: Thank you.

Tikal was glad her friends cared for her. Cream hugged her and so did Amy. She felt happiness. Sonic was watching the scene but soon noticed Shadow's gloomy expression. I'm guessing he didn't told her they were dating, sonic thought.

Amy: Don't scare us like that again Tik. You made Shadow worse. Ive never seen him so worried before.

Now that got Shadow. His eyes were wide and his face was red. Sonic saw and gave a small chuckle

Tikal: Uhhh...

Sonic: Well we were all worried Tik.

Shadow was grateful Sonic saved him from humiliation. Tikal was confused. Shadow never showed affection, not since his friend Maria died. But then again she doesn't remember what happened, so things have changed.

Amy: I say we go and get some shopping done to cheer you up and hopefully get your memory

Tikal: Thanks.

Cream:So are you and Shadow gunna go on a date?

Shadow was redder then ever and eyes were wide. Tikal was blank with her face red aswell

Shadow: Uhh.. She meant that I was gunna go and show you around the area. Not a date.

Cream: But aren't-

Amy was covering her mouth. She completely forgot about Tikal and her relationship.

Amy: Never mind *nervous laugh*

Tikal: What are you hiding from me? You've been acting strange.

Amy: Uhh...

Cream: You and Shadow are dating

Tikal: W...What?

Now this was worse then awkward. Tikal didn't know what to say. Sure she had to admit. She did like him a lot but was never sure of her feelings towards him. Besides he clearly said he didn't wanted to get close to anyone. She had to respect his wishes. No matter how much she disagreed to it. She saw Shadow had changed in some point. He had gotten more kinder and more understanding. As she was loss in thought, Shadow finally spoke.

Shadow: Don't worry about it Tikal. It doesn't matter

Tikal: What do you mean?

Sonic: We'll.. Catch up with you two later

Sonic took Cream and Amy outside of the room. He knew they needed to settle things. And it wasn't gunna be pretty. As soon as they left, Tikal ask again.

Tikal: Shadow. Please answer.

Shadow couldn't leave her like this. He took a deep breath and finally spoke.

Shadow: Because we..sorta broke up.

Now this hurted Tikal. She was gaining feelings towards him, they dated and it seemed so right. But when he said the word break-up. It crushed Tikal and her thoughts of ever spending forever with him. She wanted to cry, but held it back. Shadow saw pain in her eyes again.

Shadow: When we were about to discuss on getting back together. There was the accident. I'll explain more later I promise.

He saw that Tikal said nothing. He didn't know what to do. He wanted to show. No. To prove to her that he still loved her. But. She probably didn't want him, he wouldn't blame her. He hated himself for making her cry. He realized Tikal still hadn't said anything

Shadow: Tikal?

Tikal: I'm fine. Lets go see our friends

She put up a smile across her face. She left the room. Her heart was aching with pain. She wanted Shadow so much but. If he doesn't want her then fine. At least their still friends. She left with a tear down her cheek. Shadow didn't see it, but he knew she was hurt. Shadow stood there in the room. With tears falling down his cheeks.