Chapter Ten-The Truth About Him

Sonic's P.O.V

I woke up with a headache, again. This makes three days since Amy's dad has been away. And three days since Sally convinced me (with Tails' help) to move in with me. To keep an eye on her until he worked something out. Amy had been lifeless in school, with Sally joining us at our table, she barely [aid attention to either of us, her focus being her books and her two best friends.

"Just when I started to gain her trust again.."I groaned. I slid out of bed groggily, throwing a towel over my shoulder.

I overslept again. I had about ten minutes to get to class, which of course was plenty of time.

I yawned widely, wiggling the doorknob of my bathroom to find it locked.

"What the-Sally?!" I growled in annoyance.

"In a minute!" she hollered back.

"Aren't you suppose to be in school by now?!" I called back

The door suddenly opened, revealing her wrapped snugly in a robe, her hair damp.

"Look, I only came so that you can speed this up, I have absolutely no intention of attending classes to disrupt my work." she huffed.

"Then why go through the trouble of introducing yourself like that on Monday?" I asked with folded arms.

"To remind Amy that I'm not dead." she glared possessively.

"Don't forget your not some stupid teenager Sonic, your an engaged hedgehog" she said pushing past me.

"I'm aware of that Sal." I growled. "Very aware. I'm just wondering if you were these past few months."

"Stop making this about me. This is about you taking so long to tell her that her father is fighting a blind battle" she scolded,taking a seat at the table.

"I cant just waltz back into her life, and tell her that! It's a process!" I countered.

"Who told you that? The little bunny?" she scoffed. "I'm running out of options Sonic! My troops are on edge, seeking revenge on this man, people are DYING, and before you take this seriously, your trying to make up to Amelia! Grow Up!"

"Are you sure you not jealous Sal? Amy's been through hell because of us! You can't blame me for trying to fix it! I'm putting her feelings into consideration here! What if she -"

"Fix it?! She's beyond fixing! The more time you waste here, the closer her father and every solider out there is to death! And don't cut me the crap of her hating you, because from where I'm standing, I'm pretty certain she already does."

My skin began to boil as I stared into her angry eyes.

"I didn't need you to come here, and lecture me like some kid."

"Clearly, you do. I'll give you two choices Sonic The Hedgehog; its either you speed this up," she rose, facing me head on, "or I will."

X

Amy's P.O.V

I combed out my messy quills, which were hanging below my bust area ,and sighed. I like it and all, but its way too long. I seriously need to cut it. I pulled it into a messy bun, it didn't look too bad. I threw on a white camisole and a cropped jeans jacket. I wiggled into some jeans that matched my jacket . I rummaged through the vines of metal that should be necklaces, in search of something to adorn my neck. My polished claw got stuck in a silver knot, and I pulled gently on it, untangling it from the massive knot. I dangled it before my eyes, a warm feeling taking over my muzzle. The sun caught it, making it shimmer before my eyes.

"Sonic gave this to me..."

Flash back

Sonic definitely forgot. He barely noticed my new sparkly headband Cream made for my birthday. I sat by the water, pulling strands of grass idly, my mind venturing nowhere as a sigh escaped my lips.

I didn't know birthdays could be so...lonely.

I felt a tingle behind my neck before something shiny dangled before my eyes, catching my breath at the beauty of it. There was a rose dangling from the chain, two leaves on each side of the rose held my initials.

"Happy birthday Ames" his voice said warmly into my ear. I could feel them burning at his closeness and allowed him to clasp the necklace on me.

"G-Gosh sonikku... its ...really pretty" I squealed.

"Yeah I know" he said coming around to face me. "It suits you" he said smiling at me.

I knew my face was fifty shades of red right about now, but I couldn't help it. "Thank you-"

"Sonic?! Sonic, I need you!" Sally yelled from across the feild. We glanced back in her direction and she was wearing her battle face. I heard Sonic sigh before looking at me apologetically.

"Coming Sal!" he said quickly and jumped to his feet speeding towards the squirrel

I hung my head and looked at the water. I touche the necklace softly, a small smile spreading across my face.

He remembered....

End Flash back

I wonder if he was calling me pretty back then?

A familiar warmth spread across my face and I shook my head violently.

OF COURSE NOT! Get it Together Rose! Screw him and his nice Sally and her freaking status. Screw um all!

I huffed down the stairs and poured a bowl of cereal for myself. Grumbling my way through.

Screw this stupid box.

"Amelia just what did the poor cereal do to you to get such a grumbling?" my mom giggled.

"It's not crunchy enough" I whined. "I need to feel the crunch of its bones" I said grumbling

Screw this texture.

"oh dear, what will I do with you?" she said shaking her head.

"Ah just ,Screw Me!" I yelled, throwing my arm in the air dramatically.

Mom blinked at me. Her mug in hand. MY sweat dropped as i stared at her, my lips trying to make some form of apology but hers were parted, as she burst out laughing.

"Not likely dear" she laughed "Maybe i should take a look in your room to see where you dug up this new word.." she said slyly.

"Moooooommmmuuuhh!" I groaned. "Its not like that, I'm just-so angry right now." I sighed, stabbing the cereal with the spoon.

"No need to be taking out on my poor china" she said dramatically, holding her chest.

I grumbles before scooping several spoonfuls into my mouth, Just as a car horn caught my attention.

"Oh shoot! That's Clo." i mumbled through my full mouth. I downed the milk and tossed the bowl into the sink and grabbed my bag.

" Later ma!" I said kissing her cheek

"O-Okay dear, dont forget you have work this evening!" she called after me. "I'll be working lat-"

I rushed through the door and climbed into the sleek car, throwing my bag at Blaze.

"For the love of catnip! What the heck is in here?!" she hissed.

"Books?" i asked arching a brow at her.

She scoffed. "Ah yes those demonic things" she said dropping my bag to the floor.

"You seem energetic" Clo giggled from the passenger seat.

"Why are-Broody?!" i asked in astonishment, staring at the bird behind the wheel,

" 'Sup Jade?" he grinned proudly. "Remember to buckle up" he said giving me a thumbs up

"Did Clo hit her head today?" I whispered to Blaze

"I've been trying to figure it out all morning. But since that party...they've been getting reeeaallll close" she hissed.

Aww, Blaze is jealous.

Cute.

"So...?" Clo began excitedly

As Broody pulled out of my driveway , I glanced at their excited faces. I took a deep breath and grinned

"I said yes!" i announced proudly, throwing my arms in the air.

The car erupted in screams and a few hoots from Broody. "Awh, man I've gotta tell Art!" he said excitedly.

The girls and I continued gossiping throughout the entire ride, and Broody had Art filled in while he was on speaker phone. He was coming down with a cold and was suffering from the burns Blaze gave him.

Poor guy?

After pulling into the parking lot, we all walked together in search of our lockers.

I opened my locker with a cream, and shoved my books inside, thanking God I didn't have Chem today.

All I have to do, is survive the first half of the day, avoid Sonic, Sally and Shade, get ready for work later and I should be fine.

Easy.

I shoved the books I needed for the day in my backpack, and glanced at the rear view reflection that my locker mirror gave off, and shut it.

I exhaled before turning to meet their eyes.

"What do you want Sally?" I asked coldly

"Just a little chit chat is all Amy" she said smiling brightly.

"Not in the mood" I said and turned my heel

"Oh? But I thought I should inform you that Sonic is withdrawing you as a partner in Chemistry" she said

That's probably the worst lie she has ever managed to tell me. I arched a brow and scoffed, turning in the opposite direction towards homeroom.

"I'll believe you when I hear him say it himself Acorn" I said over my shoulder.

"Okay, you got me "she said giggling and jogged to match my paste.

Everyone was already staring at us.

Great. Just what I needed today;More attention.

She rushed to block my walkway and used her hands to hold mine, bringing them upwards in a pleading motion right below our chins. This was seriously starting to freak me out. She only went this far when she really needed something and it's not in her character at all. I'd say she was mocking me.

"W-What do you want." I said softly

"A request" she said just as quiet.

"Spit it out already, would ya?" I said shaking. Her eyes had sudden become even more serious, intimidating me, daring me to defy her.

"Sonic...you already know belongs to me... , I just, want you to withdraw him as your partner for Chemistry. Simple. After all, I don't think you want to sit next to an engaged couple right? Sonic is twenty two after all...and your not even eighteen yet..." She smiled apologetically, there was something else burning in her eyes that I couldn't quite catch, since o looked away.

I stiffened.

Engaged...? Twenty two? Why is he even here? Wouldt he be embarassed to be here? Oh my God it's my fault isnt it? It's my faul-

"Heya Ames" a voice said curtly from behind me.

I glanced back, snatching my hands away from Sally.

S-Sonic" I swallowed, taking him in...all of him.

All twenty two years of him.

He stood tall, proud. He adorned a white T-shit that went well with his black leather jacket, making him look-twenty two. His fitted black jeans with equally dark boots finished his look.

His eyes cascaded down towards my bust, a slight heat warmed my ears and muzzle.

"Your wearing it.." he said softly.

"W-What?" I stumbled. God I feel like such a child...

His gloved hand reached out, his fingers lightly touching the string of metal dangling from my neck. My face warmed at his soft eyes stared at it, before reaching mine.

I'm sure my face had to have caught fire by now.

"The necklace I gave you that time." he smiled "Your wearing it"

Oh...he remembered..

"I-I-I am! Err, y-you look cool today" I sputtered awkwardly

Way to keep it cool Amy!

Sonic's eyes opened up humorously, but they weren't offensive, a smirk played on the edge of his lips before glancing behind me, casting a frown.

"Your still helping me out this weekend right?" he asked me.

"Y-Yeah, sure!"

He glanced down at me again, a smile on his face. "Way past cool" he grinned childishly.

I felt my heart warm and my shoulders shake from my giggle.

He arched a brow playfully, visibly allowing both of us to relax around each other by and softly punching my shoulder, like a teenager would do do his best pal. He may be twenty two.. but he's still a kid at heart. I haven't heard him use that phrase in years...

"See ya later Ames" he smiled before walking in a separate direction.

I watched his figure disappear down the hall as the bell rang, signaling the beginning of homeroom.

A frown sagged on my lips as I turned to see that Sally wasn't there anymore.

Even though I completely forgot about her existence just now.

"Engaged huh?"