LORD OF DARKNESS
Chapter Ten: Asking Out
- Tails Workshop -
The scene shifts towards Tails Workshop in the Mystic Ruins. It was the next day, and inside the workshop, we could see our heroes of Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles eating breakfast together.
While they were eating, Knuckles explained to Tails about what happened yesterday.
"So, there's going to be a dance party for the Chaos Emerald?" Tails asked.
"Yeah. And the only way you can enter is to bring a date." Knuckles added. He turned to Sonic, who still had a frown on his face. "What's the matter with you?"
"Nothing." Sonic shook his head as he continued to eat his eggs.
"Are you sure?" Tails wondered. "You look a little bumbed out."
"Well..." Sonic wasn't exactly sure if he was going to say this or not. "The thing is...I had to make a call to someone early this morning. Before you two woke up, that is."
"Really? Who?" Tails asked.
"Do you remember about that date I told you about? Well, I actually found someone for the dance..."
Before Sonic could officially answer his statement, the door bursted open. Our heroes turned to see a familiar pink hedgehog with a huge smile on her face.
"SONIC!" Amy screamed happily as she ran over to her self-proclaimed boyfriend and hugged him tightly.
"A-Amy..." Sonic choked between her tight hugs. "P-please let me go..."
Amy, of course, let go and stared at him with her bright eyes. "So your finally going out with me?!"
Sonic lowered his head in shame... "Yeah, sure."
Amy squealed. "I knew it! I knew you couldn't resist me any longer!"
"Amy? What's going on here?" Tails wondered.
"Amy...is my date for the dance." Sonic replied slowly.
Tails eyes widened in shock. Amy, on the other hand, was feeling really happy about herself.
"I wonder what I should wear." Amy wondered as she tapped her chin. "I need to wear something fancy, something nice, and something that I know you would love, Sonic."
"Yeah...great." Sonic said slowly.
"Come on! I want you to come with me to go get a nice dress!" Amy told him.
"W-what?" Sonic was confused, until Amy grabbed him by his arm and pulled him out of the workshop. "Wait, Amy!"
"Sorry, Sonic. But there's little time to discuss this." Amy said to him. She turned back to Tails and Knuckles. "See you guys, later. Sonic and I are going out to pick a nice dress for me!"
With that, Amy kept pulling Sonic away from the workshop until they made it to the train station. Back at the workshop, Tails and Knuckles sweat-dropped.
"Do you think Sonic is in way over his head?" Tails asked.
"Either this is the best decision he's made or the worse." Knuckles replied with his arms crossed. "I don't know, but if this is what we needs to do in order to get a Chaos Emerald, we might as well follow him just in case this doesn't go well."
"Your right." Tails replied. "Wait for me out here. I'll start up the Tornado II."
Knuckles crossed his arms as Tails went towards his garage to start up the Tornado II.
- Rio Salaz -
The scene shifts towards Rio Salaz. Inside the Saloon, we could see Samson, Louise, Marisa, Kyla, and Kera sitting around as they were talking with the newcomer known as Viola. Larcen stood away from the Lorikeet, however, seeing as he wasn't comfortable near her.
"So Viola, how do you like this place?" Marisa asked.
"It's very nice." Viola replied with a nod. "Though I wonder why there aren't enough people here. Is it you guys that live here?"
"Not me." Kyla shook her head. "I live in Future City."
"Really?" Viola wondered. "How is it there?"
"It's a nice place. I'm not really bothered by the flying cars or anything. I'm actually more use to it." Kyla replied.
"I see. I'm not really use living in a city. Too many people wonder around there. I like places that are quite and has a small population." Viola answered.
"In that case, you have come to the right place, senorita." Samson said with a grin. "Your welcome to stay as long as you like."
"Thanks." Viola smiled.
Louise noticed the look on Larcen's face. He still didn't seem comfortable around this girl. "Larcen, is something wrong?"
"No." Larcen shook his head. "I'm just not really talkative right now."
Louise looked a little concerned about Larcen. Was there something that was bothering him?
Suddenly, something popped into Marisa's mind. "I almost forgot. Is anyone going to be going to the dance date tonight?"
"Why not? It would be nice to get out and let loose for a while." Kera replied.
"I agree." Louise nodded. "Even though some of us don't have dates, we can still go there for fun."
"But what about the Chaos Emerald?" Larcen asked. "What happens if someone tries to take it?"
"Don't worry." Louise reassured him. "Those jewelry people said that they would be holding safely and they would give it to the winner of a dance competition that's going to take place there tonight."
"Plus, if those druids do get involved, we can fight them off and prevent them from taking the Chaos Emerald." Marisa added.
"They also said to bring out necklaces." Kyla added, as she pulled out her purple necklace. "Those druids seem interested in these necklaces for some reason. If they come for these, we can be ready for them."
"Right." Samson nodded. Then suddenly, an idea dawned into his mind. "Senorita Viola?
"Yes?" Viola raised an eyebrow.
"How would you like to...be my date for the dance party tonight?" Samson asked.
"W-what?" Viola's face flushed. "Why?"
"Just curious. You seem like the type that likes to have fun." Samson answered. "Yesterday, you said that you liked dancing, so I was thinking maybe you could dance with someone other than yourself." The black swallow grinned. "What do you say?"
Viola was a little nervous. She never thought anyone would ask her this. "I...I need to think about it." She got up from her seat and headed outside by the side-winder doors.
The others seemed confused by her reaction just now.
"What was that all about?" Kera wondered.
"Maybe she was afraid of Samson's question? If it was, then it's only natural." Louise replied.
"Really?" Marisa wondered.
Louise nodded in reply. "Some people can be nervous about something that they like to do, especially if it's with someone else."
"That, or maybe..." Kera paused for a moment. "...Maybe she likes Samson."
"What?" Samson was taken back at this. "Don't be ridiculous, senorita Kera. I've only known her for a whole day!"
"I know that." Kera replied. "But it's possible that you have a small amount of feelings for her."
"Well..." Samson rubbed the back of his head. "Maybe a little..."
"That's what I thought." Kera smirked.
Samson shook his head and pretended he never heard it from her. Just then, the side-winder doors were opened by Viola again. The female Lorikeet felt more relaxed than she did previously.
"Viola. Are you all right?" Marisa asked.
"I'm fine." Viola nodded. "Samson?"
"Yes?" Samson raised an eyebrow.
"I have thought about it...and I decided to accept your request. I will go with you to the dance date."
Samson grinned widely. "All right!"
"But, this is only a friendly date, OK?" Viola added.
"Sure." Samson shrugged. "It's fine by me."
"Well, if we're going, I'm going to go get myself prepared." Viola said, as she made it towards the stairs and headed towards her room.
The others watched her until Viola was gone.
"It seems like she's likes doing things by herself." Kyla noticed.
"Maybe she's just not used to us yet. Let's give it time. I'm willing to bet that she will be used to us after a while." Louise replied.
"Right." Marisa nodded.
Larcen only had his arms crossed while remaining silent. For some reason, he could feel that Viola was up to something. It may have sounded absurd, but it just felt like that to him. Whatever the reason, he would ave to keep his eyes on her at the dance party tonight, just to see if he could confirm his suspicions.
- Unknown Location -
The scene shifts towards the dark place that was filled with druids. Inside the main room, we could see Saladan and Iriama arguing about something.
"You were lost?" Saladan said with an unpleasant face.
"Hey, don't blame it on me, mate!" Iriama fired back. "I couldn't help it. That place was big. And besides, I was attacked!"
"What happened to the druids that were with you?" Saladan questioned.
"They disappeared. Right when I was turned around, they were gone!" Iriama replied. "Probably something happened to them. Maybe it was because of those traps."
"I didn't encounter any traps." Saladan replied.
"What? How's that possible?" Iriama wondered.
"Because I was more careful." Saladan replied. "I'm willing to bet you weren't paying attention to your surroundings."
"I was, mate!" Iriama replied quickly. "I was paying attention, unlike you, who had lost two necklaces."
Saladan narrowed his eyes at him. "If you weren't lost, perhaps we could've gotten those necklaces and none of this would happen."
"Well..." Iriama was trying to find something to counter back with. When he couldn't think of anything, he sighed as he gave up in hopelessness. "Man, coming up with words isn't easy, I tell you that."
The argument soon ended afterwards. Then suddenly, a dark wave of energy appeared at the top of the short flight of stairs. The tiger and the shark turned to see this, as they see Xuan Iakuda appearing out of the dark portal. He had a smile on his face.
"Good evening, you two." Xuan replied calmly. "I trust the mission was a success?"
"Well, you see..." Iriama rubbed the back of his head.
"Yes...?" Xuan narrowed his eyes a little.
"I'll explain it." Saladan said.
He explained the events about what had happened at the Wild Canyon to Xuan. The male human listened carefully to his story. When Saladan was done, Xuan hummed to himself.
"So in the end, you lost two necklaces? One, in which, I gave you?" Xuan questioned.
"Yes." Saladan replied gently. "I deeply apologize for our failures."
"Hmm..." Xuan was in silence for a moment. He then smiled again. "That is all right."
"Wait, what?" Iriama raised an eyebrow.
"Even though we have lost a couple of our valuables, it is only fair to gain new valuables out of this." Xuan replied.
"What do you mean?" Saladan questioned.
"After nearly a days worth searching, I have found one who would be able to help us collect the Chaos Emeralds. Someone who takes things seriously. I have no doubt that this person will be able get us what we need. It is a most valuable ally."" Xuan explained.
"Really?" Iriama said, a little anxious to hear this.
Xuan smiled. "Gentlemen, allow me to introduce to you the newest member of the Ministry."
A dark portal opened itself again, thanks to the dark powers of Xuan Iakuda. The figure appeared in a shadowy form, as it stepped out of the portal and revealed it's true self.
A new figure appears in the darkness? Who is this shady character? Will it make it's impact at the dance party? And will Sonic be able to live through of date dancing with Amy? Find out on the next Lord of Darkness!
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Hey guys! I decided to throw in a crossover villain into the mix. But the problem is that I can't decide between two of them. So instead, I'll let you guys choose who it will be from below. A) Grievous (Star Wars) As an added little bonus, the winner of the villain poll will play a big role in my next story The Great War (not the official title). So unless you don't want to be blasted by Chaos Punishment, Vote Now!
B) Shredder (TMNT)