Heya! Here's the next update! This was pretty much written in one day, and I had to do some major editing the next day. I've had two people beta read this for their opinions of it. They liked it, so I hope everyone else does too. A big thanks to Ty and Bobbi for their help! You guys rock! Now for a quick pre-warning about the chars…Sonic is quite OOC in one scene, but it will make a mold for what's to come in the future. Without further ado, here is your next update! Enjoy!

Chapter 8: An Awkward Reunion Gone To Hell

It had been another stressful day for Amy Rose. Well…since Tails left, everyday was stressful for her. Today on the other hand, was a bit different. The day started as usual: It consisted of first waking up from a horrendous nightmare about Tails' departure. Then crying for a few minutes afterwards. But today went to hell when she got into an argument with Sonic this morning. Something about it made her think about their situation. Were they really meant to be? Or was it just infatuation? She wasn't sure, and of course that last kiss with Tails wasn't helping her decision either. The kiss felt so good to her and oddly enough, it felt right. She never pictured herself in a limbo between two different guys. She liked Sonic's playful, carefree spirit, but she liked the way Tails treated her. He was always courteous to her…even before she started dating Sonic.

Amy shook her head and thought to herself, 'Ugh, I can't make up my mind!'

She walked out of Tails' room and went to the kitchen to get something to drink. She opened the refrigerator and found nothing. She shook her head and lightly chuckled forgetting that it was always empty. After closing the door, she opened the cupboard, and grabbed a small drinking glass. She turned on the faucet and let the water freely flow for a few seconds before allowing it to collect in the cup. She let a few ounces flow into the glass before turning off the faucet.

Amy walked outside for a breath of fresh air. She always loved nature…and living in Station Square didn't offer this beautiful, natural setting before her eyes. She adored the luscious green grassy fields waving in the wind, the refreshing breaths of air, the puffy clouds gracefully moving across the sky, a familiar blue bi-plane….

Amy dropped the glass, shattering it into tiny pieces, "What the!"

She walked towards the direction of the plane slowly and zombie like…her eyes fixated on the bi-plane and nothing else. Stopping for a moment, she stared in complete awe. Was it him? Is he coming back to her? The plane began to descend slowly and turned to the direction of the runway not too far from where Amy stood. She ran over to the runway, standing next to the airplane hangar. The airplane lined up with the runway and slowly came closer to landing

:SCREECH! SCREECH:

The landing gear touched the ground and the plane slowly taxied towards the hangar. Amy slowly walked to the plane. Tails jumped out of the plane and they stood a few feet apart, staring at one another. Her eyes began to well up and a few tears trickled down her cheeks. Tails' face turned a light shade of crimson and he too let a few tears go. In an instant, Amy ran over to Tails and grabbed him tightly. She lost all control of her feelings and cried hysterically into his shoulders.

Tails lovingly caressed her back, "Shhh…shhhh. It's okay. I'm back…I'm back."

She tried speaking, but most of it wasn't decipherable, "I…miss- so -uch"

He smiled, understanding what she said, "I know….I missed you too sweetie." Amy held him tighter and her crying became a bit more audible.

Sonic remained in the plane and let them have their "reunion" in peace. He knew how much Amy worried about Tails. Thinking back on what Knuckles said, it all began to make sense. Looking down at Amy and Tails, he knew…they just connected at a different level. Perhaps he had nothing to worry about, but he would still need to be observant of the two. He hopped out of the plane and walked up to Tails and Amy.

"Come on you two. Let's go catch up inside." They both nodded acknowledging Sonic and followed him into the house.

After walking inside the house, Sonic shut the door and before he followed them into the sitting area…he noticed them holding hands. He inwardly sighed. This was going to be a long afternoon.

As they went to sit down, Amy sat next to Tails. Sonic immediately noticed this, but decided to keep quiet. He didn't need to lose Tails again. For a few minutes they awkwardly sat without saying a thing.

Tails finally found the courage to break the ice, "So, what have you two been up to since I left?"

Sonic looked at Tails and sighed, "We spent a lot of time looking for you. We searched Station Square several times, searched the WHOLE Mystic Ruins…and the whole time…Knuckles was hiding you."

Amy's jaw dropped and she looked at Tails, "You were with Knuckles the whole time?"

Tails nodded, "Mm-hmm. He was kind enough to let me stay there. I really had nowhere else to go, and I couldn't just fly around until I found something, I'd run out of fuel at some point. It just made sense to me at the time."

She nodded, "I understand. Tails, I want to ask you something, and I want you to be honest." She looked towards the floor and sighed before she continued, "Why did you leave?"

Tails frowned, "I really didn't have a reason. I was upset at the time, and I hurt both my best friend's feelings. I just needed time away from home to think things over. And I'm really glad I went to Angel Island. Knuckles really brought a lot of good points to my attention. Things I never would have thought of. He really helped me face my own thoughts and feelings. I owe him a lot."

Both Sonic and Amy nodded. Sonic looked at Tails, "Hey…like I said to Amy once before, we were all at fault for that quarrel. We all had an equal part. You kissed my girlfriend, my girlfriend was kissing another male, and I went about it in the wrong way. Let's just put all this behind us, and get on with life."

Tails nodded, "I get what your saying, but don't expect this to all be forgotten in an instant. It's gonna take all of us a while to get back into the swing of things."

Sonic nodded and cleared his throat, "I realize that. And now that you've brought that up…can I speak to you privately in your room?"

Tails stood up, "Sure." He began walking towards his room.

Sonic looked at Amy, "I'll be right back okay?"

Amy nodded and pulled him aside, "Okay Sonic. Hey…just be nice to him okay? He's still sensitive about what happened…I can sense it."

Sonic chuckled lightly, "Don't you worry. I'll be good." He walked over to her and gave her a kiss on the cheek.

She smiled and quietly sat where she was. Amy's mind began to wander into where she kept her deepest and darkest secrets…

Tails entered his room and sat on the bed. Sonic soon followed and closed the door.

Tails made eye contact with Sonic, "So, what is it that you wanted to talk about?"

Sonic pulled up chair and sat down, "Well, you mentioned that what happened won't be easily forgotten. I want to ask you something, and I really want you to be honest. I won't get mad, I promise."

Tails raised a brow, "Okay, shoot."

Sonic sighed, "Tails…do you like Amy?"

Tails knew this was coming…why else would Sonic pull him aside to talk? "Well…as a friend, yes."

Sonic shook his head, "No Tails…I mean "like" as in more than a friend? I told you, I wouldn't get mad."

Tails looked down, sighed deeply then nodded, "A little bit…yeah."

Sonic nodded, "I thought so."

Tails looked back up, "What do you mean?"

He chuckled, "I had a hunch that there was a bit more to your friendship with Amy. You always seem happier around her."

Tails nodded, "Yeah…that's real reason why I left. I figured if I left, my feelings would go away, but I just ended up thinking more about her. Sonic, I'm so sorry for kissing her. I would say that I should've thought about what I was doing before I did it…but I did."

Sonic was taken back at what he heard, "So, you realized that you were kissing my girlfriend? What were you thinking?"

Tails sighed, ashamed of his past actions, "I just thought that since I almost died…and I thought about the horrible dream I had when I was unconscious. Sonic in my dream, I was dead. I was a ghost and I ended up at my home. When I walked in, it looked abandoned. I walked to my room, and when I opened up my door…my room was in perfect condition, as if someone kept visiting. And sure enough, I find Amy in my room crying. I tried talking to her, but she couldn't hear me. Then, somehow my spirit became visible, and she hugged me and held me close. She was so sad that I passed on. We talked and then she kissed me. After the kiss, I began to disappear. She became really hysterical, and we both cried our eyes out…" Tails sniffled and let a few tears go remembering the horrific dream, "Excuse me. Thinking about this still hurts."

Sonic nodded, "Hey, take your time. I know how it feels to resurface memories that hurt."

Tails took a deep breath before continuing, "Anyways, I disappear and next thing I know I wake up in my bed, with you and Amy by my side telling me that I nearly died. That's why I kissed her. I'm so sorry Sonic." He hung his head low, and began crying.

Sonic felt pity for Tails. Maybe that kiss really was harmless. He walked over and sat next to Tails putting his arm around him, "Hey…don't cry. Look, I told you I wouldn't be mad…do I look like I'm mad?"

Tails shook his head and sniffled, "No…"

Sonic smiled, "Okay then. Hey…you're just gonna have to control yourself around Amy. I know it's gonna be hard, but it is what it is. You can still be friendly with her and all, but…no more kissing, okay?"

Tails chuckled lightly, "Okay Sonic."

Sonic smiled, "Alright bud, you ready go back?"

Tails wiped a few tears away and nodded, "Sure."

Sonic looked at Tails, "Hey, if you want a few minutes to yourself, that's fine by me. Hell, this IS your home."

Tails snickered, "Heh, alrighty. I'll be right out in a few."

"Okay. Take your time."

Tails smiled, "Thanks."

Sonic nodded, and exited the room remembering to close the door as he left. He walked towards where Amy was and sat next to her.

He put his arm around her and held her close, "Hey. Sorry for being long."

Amy nodded, "It's okay. What did you guys talk about? I heard him crying."

Sonic raised a brow, "You heard him from here?"

Amy nodded, "Mm-hmm. You weren't mean were you?"

He shook his head defensively, "No, not at all. He was telling me about the nightmare he had when he was unconscious two weeks back. Poor guy…it really shook him up."

Amy frowned, "Aww…poor Tails. I hope he gets better. I really worry about him."

Sonic nodded and smugly replied, "I noticed."

Amy raised a brow, "What's that supposed to mean?"

Sonic slightly tripped over his words, "Uhh-um…nothing."

Amy pulled away from Sonic, removing his arm from her shoulder, "No seriously. What is that supposed to mean? What's a matter Sonic, are you jealous because I worry about him more than you?"

Sonic frowned and exhaled sharply, "Jeez Amy, you don't have to be so harsh about it, but now that you mention it…do you really worry about him more than me?"

Amy grunted and smirked, "Maybe I do. You know, Tails is a LOT more sensitive than you are…his feelings are easily hurt. You on the other hand have a tendency to just brush things off, as if you don't care."

Sonic glared at her, "You know…why have you been so bitter to me lately? Ever since Tails left…you just keep on insulting me, or rubbing it in my face that you care for Tails more than your own boyfriend!"

Amy stood up and got into Sonic's face, "Goddamn it Sonic! It's always about you, isn't it! For once, care for someone else other than yourself!"

Sonic stood up and yelled back, "As a matter of fact I do care for other people! I've saved so many people from Eggman so many times that I've lost count! I've saved YOU from Eggman a million times! I was worried sick about Tails when he left too! What are saying Amy, than I'm a heartless pig!" Sonic pushed her into the couch, his face beet red from anger.

Amy fell into the couch, and curled up…she had never seen Sonic so livid, "N-no."

Tails ran into the room, "What the hell is going on!"

Sonic glared at Tails, "Mind your own business Tails!"

Tails walked over to Amy and saw the fear in her eyes, "Are you okay?"

Before he could respond, Sonic violently pushed Tails away, "I said mind you own business!"

Tails growled, "What the hell Sonic! You were so nice to me a few minutes ago! Now you're pushing me away, and verbally abusing your girlfriend."

Sonic stood there breathing heavily…and in a matter of seconds…realized what he just did, "I…I'm sorry."

Tails coldly stared at Sonic and pointed to the front door, "Get out."

Sonic tried to defend himself, "But Tails, I didn't—"

Tails interrupted Sonic, "I SAID GET OUT! NOW! I will not let you talk to Amy that way. It's completely unacceptable anywhere much less my home. Leave now before things get ugly."

Sonic chuckled, "You wouldn't dare."

Tails smirked evilly, "Oh I would. Sonic, you may be my best friend…but if you continue to disrespect Amy or myself like this again…I wouldn't have any remorse beating the hell out of you, and I will definitely leave for good. Now get out of my home, if you know what's good for you."

Sonic frowned and let a few tears go, "I see how it is. You hate me don't you? Fine, I can accept that. I'll just leave like you did. See how you like it." Sonic bolted out of the door at lightning speed, and the door violently shut behind him.

Tails screamed at the door, "RAAWWWWRRR!" He cautiously walked over to Amy and sat next to her. She trembled in fear worrying that someone would hit her, "No no no, it's okay Amy. It's me, Tails. I won't hurt you."

She slowly pulled her face out of the pillows and looked into Tails' eyes, "Oh Tails, what have I done? Sonic must hate me now." She grabbed Tails closely and cried hysterically into his shoulder.

He lovingly caressed her back, "No Amy…you didn't do anything wrong. He was being a jerk. You can stay here as long as you want Amy. If he comes back with any bad intentions, you better believe that I will hurt him."

Amy pulled away and looked into his eyes seeing the anger and determination, "Tails…I can't thank you enough. But you're not gonna really fight him, are you?"

Tails nodded, "Only if he tries to hurt you."

Amy frowned, "I don't wanna see the two of you fighting. You're best friends! That's not right."

Tails sighed, "I know. I just.. :sighs :..it just bothered me seeing him treat you like that. You don't deserve that. You're such a sweetheart…I would never talk to you like that. I care for you too much."

Amy smiled and let a few tears go, "Aww…Tails. That's so sweet of you to say."

Tails smiled and turned a light shade of red, "Heh…well it's the truth. So…what are we gonna do now? Should I call him? I'm sure he's back home already, considering how fast he ran out of here."

Amy shrugged, "I dunno. Maybe we should let him cool off. You know Sonic…he's stubborn when he gets mad."

Tails nodded, "Yeah…good point. If he leaves off like I did…I'm not looking for him. He brought this upon himself. Unless you started the argument."

Amy shook her head, "No…I didn't. He made a sarcastic remark, and I caught it. I mentioned how I worry about you a lot, and his remark was, 'I noticed.' "

Tails rolled his eyes, "Oh brother."

Amy chuckled, "Yeah, I know. Oh, that reminds me…what were you two talking about in your room? I heard you crying."

Tails frowned, "Oh…I don't want to talk about it."

Amy frowned, "Do you not feel comfortable around me?"

Tails raised an arm in defense, "No, no…I just…well it was about you…hence why he pulled me aside."

Amy nodded, "Aah. I see." She grinned, "Talking about me behind my back, I see."

Tails frowned, "No Amy that's not what happened, I swear. I would never do that."

Amy chuckled and playfully elbowed Tails getting an 'oof' out of him, "I know Tails, I'm just kidding around with you."

Tails frustratingly exhaled, "You know, you're gonna make me go insane one of these days, I swear."

Amy smirked, "Oh? And why's that?"

"Because, you always seem to find a way for me to get all worked up about something."

Amy laughed at this one, "Oh Tails, you gotta take it easy. You can't take everything seriously."

He nodded, "I know Amy." He sighed before continuing, "I just need to settle down. You know? I'm tired of living like some kind of hermit. I'm always alone, working on some machine…and no one to talk to. I really need a girlfriend."

Amy chuckled, "Tails…I'm gonna be honest with ya. It's the last thing you need. They're more trouble than help. I'm a girl, I would know."

Tails shook his head, "See…I disagree with that Amy. Yes, I can understand where you're coming from, but not all women are like that. Perfect example…you. You are nothing like them. Yes, you have your shopping binges and your girly habits…but that's on the outside. On the inside…you're a very loving individual, you care for other people more so than yourself, you are always quick help those in need…even when you can't do much to help. Basically, what I'm trying to say is…I...um.."

:RIING! RIING:

Tails groaned being interrupted again, "Ugh, who could that be!" He stood up and walked over to the phone hastily. He picked up the transceiver, "Hello?" It was silent for a moment…he could've swore he heard some sniffling in the background, "Hello!"

"T-tails?"

Tails closed his eyes and exhaled recognizing the voice, "Yes?"

"We need to talk about what happened."

"I know. But I think tonight isn't the right time. We both need to calm down otherwise it may escalate to an unnecessary level. I don't want that to happen again."

"Okay. I understand. Look…before I go…I just want to apologize for the way I acted. I was a total asshole."

Tails cringed…he may have been a jerk…but that was taking it too far, "Sonic…don't call yourself that. Look, I don't agree with what you did, but calling yourself that isn't true."

"Yeah it is. Tails…I pushed you to the point of nearly attempting to beat the hell out of me. I've never seen you so livid before."

"Well…Amy didn't deserve to be treated like that. You of all people should know how I'd feel about it."

"I know. Hey…could I talk to her for a sec?"

He shook his head, "I don't know if that's such a good idea Sonic. She was really scared when you left."

"I'm aware of that. But…could you please just ask her…?"

Tails exhaled, "Alright…hang on." Tails put his hand over the receiver, "Amy? It's Sonic. He said he wants to talk for a bit. He sounds really upset at himself."

Amy thought about it for a second. After some thinking, she stood up and walked over to the phone, and Tails handed the phone to her.

Her voice trembled slightly, "H-hello?"

"Oh thank god. I thought you wouldn't want to talk."

Amy put her free hand on her hip, "Well, I almost didn't. What do you want?"

"Ames…I'm really sorry for what happened. I didn't mean to scare you like that. Please forgive me?"

"You know Sonic…I thought you were going to hit me. And that tells me one thing…we aren't going to work out." She heard Sonic sighing into the phone.

"I thought you would say that. And…I understand. I think it might be better this way. Maybe we weren't meant to be. You know, not everyone's first relationship works out perfectly. And I can accept us as just friends…if that's okay with you."

Amy nodded, "Yeah…I'm cool with that. I'm sorry if you wanted to take things further. I just…need some space right now." She rolled her eyes, knowing that was a lie.

"That's fine. I'll respect that. So…maybe all three of us can meet up in Station Square tomorrow?"

Amy shrugged, "I'm not sure. I'll run it by Tails tonight, and I'll get back to you tomorrow. Does that sound okay?"

"That's fine. So, I'll talk to you tomorrow then. Have a good night Amy, and tell Tails I said goodnight."

Amy nodded, "Okay Sonic. You have a good night too. Buh-bye." Amy hung the phone up and stared at it strangely.

Tails looked at her, "What's the matter?"

Amy continued to stare at the phone and shook her head, "Nothin. That went A LOT smoother than I had expected."

Tails tilted his head slightly, "What do you mean?"

Amy chuckled, still staring at the phone, "We're done. I just broke up with him on the phone…but the weird part is, he was okay with it."

Tails couldn't believe what he was hearing, "What? Are you kidding?"

She shook her head and made eye contact with Tails, "Nope. We both agreed to just be friends…and he wanted to know if we could meet him in Station Square tomorrow."

He shrugged, "I guess. As long as you are okay with it, considering he scared the hell out of you earlier today."

She nodded, "I'm fine with it. Besides, you're gonna be with me, so I'll feel safe."

Tails turned red, "Heh, oh come now, stop being nice."

Amy looked into his eyes, "I'm serious Tails. I honestly feel safe around you."

He smiled, "Thanks Amy." He suddenly yawned loudly, "Woo! I'm getting tired. How about you?"

She nodded, "Yeah, I could use the sleep. I haven't slept well since you first left."

He raised a brow, "Really? Were you that worried about me?"

She nodded and turned a shade of pink that matched her fur, "Heh…yeah I was."

He smiled, "Aww. Well, I'm here now, so hopefully we can both can finally get a goodnight's sleep."

"Mm-hmm. So where can I sleep?"

Tails pointed to his room, "You can have my bedroom. I'll take the couch."

Amy frowned, "Oh…okay."

Tails looked into her eyes, "What's wrong? Does my room freak you out? I killed the boogeyman years ago."

Amy couldn't help but laugh at this, "No, silly, that's not it. I…I was wondering if you could sleep with me tonight. I know Sonic has calmed down…but you know…just in case?"

Tails turned bright red this time, "Uh…well…I don't see anything wrong with that. If you really want me to, I will."

Amy turned red and nodded, "I do."

Tails grabbed her hand and led her to his room. He pointed at his closet, "That should be a large enough space for you to change in. Grab whatever you want to wear to bed."

She smiled, "Okay…thanks." Amy walked inside the closet and shut the door after turning the light on.

Tails quickly dropped down to his boxers but paused for a second…'Wait…I should probably stay decent in front of Amy.' He decided to leave his pants on and took his shirt off.

He sat on his bed waiting for Amy. A few moments later, she walked out wearing a pair of his boxers and a t-shirt that said 'Twinkle Park' on it.

She stopped for a second and stared at his body…she could actually see some muscle on his chest…and it turned her on… 'Amy…stop thinking like that, ya idiot. He's your best friend!'

He waved at her, "Hello? Are you spacing out?"

She giggled, "Yeah, sorry."

He smirked, "What's a matter, can't get enough of my body?" He flexed to show off.

She walked over and smacked his arm playfully, "Oh would you get over yourself, you silly-ass."

He laughed, "Alright, alright." He lay down on the bed and pulled the covers over himself. Amy followed suit and lay down next to him. He lay next to the wall on his back, staring at the ceiling. He tried not paying too much attention to Amy considering the girl he loved was going to sleep next to him!

She pulled the covers over herself and looked at him, "Tails?"

He turned to meet her gorgeous emerald jewels, "Yes?"

She smiled, "Goodnight."

He returned the friendly gesture, "Goodnight Amy." He reached up and flicked the light switch, letting the darkness pour into the room instantly. Only the faint moonlight from outside made it's way into the room giving it an eerie glow. Tails was nearly falling asleep when suddenly Amy began tossing and turning.

He grumbled, "Do you move this much when you sleep?"

She chuckled, "No no. I just can't find a comfortable position."

He laughed and replied in a playfully sarcastic voice, "Oh. Well, I'm sorry if my bed isn't up to par with your preferred level of comfort."

She laughed and continued to move around a bit longer. Finally she rolled onto her side and put her arm around Tails stomach, "Ahh…now this is comfy." She laid her head rather close to his head and in a matter of moments, she was knocked out.

Tails could've swore if you shined a flashlight on his cheeks the room would light up a deep shade of crimson. This felt really good…Amy…sleeping next to him, holding him closely…telling him earlier how she felt safe around him…what more could he ask for? He turned his head, sighed happily and gave her a goodnight kiss on her forehead, "Goodnight Amy, sweet dreams…" Before he turned away…he whispered quietly to her, "I love you.." Tails turned his head back, and his eyes slowly closed and he fell into an incredibly peaceful slumber.

Well, I hoped you enjoyed reading this as much I enjoyed writing this chapter! Please review! I love reviews, they make me happy:) As for my next update, it's gonna be a while. A new term started today, and I have a full load of classes…hard classes too. I'll try to work on this when I can, but just remember, this story will never be discontinued, I WILL finish it! Thanks again for reading!