Three Years After Sonic's disappearance
Amy and Whisper were currently engaging in a nice conversation over a cup of tea.
"So, how's the tea Whisper?" Amy asked.
"It's lovely." Whisper said. "This cafe is very lovely as well."
"That's good, this is my favorite place to just unwind, so it's good to hear that you like it here too." Amy said. "Still, I can't help but wonder what Rouge wanted to talk to us about…"
Whisper took a look at Amy and immediately knew what she was thinking.
"You're hoping that they found a lead on Sonic… aren't you?" Whisper asked.
"… Yeah, I am." Amy answered. "It's been three years Whisper… he's out there somewhere, we just need to find him…"
Whisper just stared at her in silence.
Three years after Sonic disappeared, and most people began to lose hope. The fact that there wasn't even a clue as to whereabouts after that day, or the fact that Eggman hadn't turned up either was evidence enough for people to believe that the two were no longer alive. Most of the former Restoration and Resistance members had begun to move on, and the only one's who haven't were Amy and Tails.
Neither of them wanted to admit that Sonic was really gone…
"I know it's… unlikely, but I can hope…"
"Well, I hate to disappoint you dearie, but that is not what I called you here for." Said a new voice.
The two girls looked to the source of the voice to see Rouge approaching them with a wave.
"Oh hey Rouge." Amy said. "So… what did you call us here for?"
"Straight to business huh? I can't order myself a cup of tea first?" Rouge said.
"O-oh! I'm sorry! Please, go right ahead!" Amy said frantically.
"I'm only busting your chops Pink." Rouge said. "I have to make this quick anyways."
"Oh, ok."
"So, G.U.N. wanted to make an offer for you two." Rouge said.
"An offer?" Whisper asked.
"They want to recruit you two." Rouge finished.
"Wait… what?" Amy asked. "Why us?"
"Well, Whisper's work in the Diamond Cutters as well as the Guardian Angel earned her quite the reputation as a silent sniper, a skillset that would be very helpful in missions." Rouge started. "As for you, Pink, your leadership skills that you displayed when a part of the Resistance and Restoration would be very helpful. So… what do you two say?"
After a moment of thought, Whisper spoke up.
"I think… I think I would like that…" Whisper said.
"Really? Don't get me wrong, I am happy, but I am surprised you are so willing to work with other people so easily… especially Shadow…" Rouge said.
"It's true that it will be… difficult… for a while, but Tangle has taught me that I need to step out of my comfort zone… even if it means working with him…" Whisper explained.
"Well, that makes me happy." Rouge said as she extended her hand. "Welcome aboard!"
After a moment of shaking hands, she looked to Amy.
"So, how about you, Pink?" Rouge asked.
Amy just sat there for a minute. Eventually, she spoke up.
"I'm sorry Rouge… but I think I am going to pass on your offer…" Amy said.
"Oh? I thought you would be all over this to be honest." Rouge asked. "Why not?"
"I… I'm sorry… it just wouldn't feel right…" Amy said.
"… Alright, I get it… but if you ever change your mind, let me know, ok?" Rouge asked.
"Yeah, ok." Amy said. "And… if you do find anything about him, let me know?"
"Of course. Whisper, you can meet me here next Tuesday, I will introduce you to everyone then." Rouge said before taking off. "See ya."
And with that, she was gone.
"If… no… when we find Sonic, I will accept her offer." Amy proclaimed before turning to Whisper. "Until then, I wish you the best!"
Whisper smiled to her friend. "Thank you…"
There was the unspoken question of what Amy would do if they didn't find Sonic, but no-one said anything.
Instead, the two continued to enjoy their tea as the sun set on another day.
End of Subchapter 3
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Hey, miss me? Sorry it took me so long to do this. How long has it been? Uh… like 3 months I think… Anyways, I fully intend to finish this story, and will hopefully not have any more super long breaks like that. No promises though.
Amy's proclamation at the end there is a thing, especially since we know she doesn't find Sonic before joining GUN. We will learn a bit more about that later.
Sorry this one is kinda short, I never promised these would be super long lol.
Next chapter, I do need to get a bit back into the writing mood, since I took such a long break, so it will be a bit of a fun intermission involving Skye. Yup, Uncle/Nephew bonding time!
So, until then (hopefully really soon), I will see you next time!
