The Bet9
Tear's were still streaming down Amy's cheeks as her key scraped across the lock and the door unlocked.Opening it slowly she peered inside,and the first thing that was to greet her was a taunting picture of her and Sonic on a Fall date.It had been rather windy,but they had enjoyed the day none the less.She looked up,trying to hold back the already flowing river before quickly swiping at the picture,making the glass shatter and the silver frame scratch.She didn't bother to pick it up,she just felt horrible as it was,and just wanted to pass out then leave.Her door reopened and the sound of keys going into a pocket was heard.
"You alright?" Amy blinked,she didn't turn around,for she thought she knew who it was,but it surprised her who was really there.
"What are you doing here Shadow?You shouldn't be out and about"she said rubbing her eyes,her back still towards him.
"And you shouldn't try to tell me what to do knowing I won't listen"he smirked.
"Oh,right only Rouge can tell you what to do".The smirk disappeared.
"...your testy.And no,she can't.Whats the matter,Sonic didn't sound happy,are you guys fighting again?"
'He didn't tell his best friend?'Amy thought as she half turned towards him.
"Its nothing".
"Come on Amy,your like my little sister if I ever had one,tell me whats wrong".
"My nail polish clashes with my quills and outfit,ok?That and I'm pmssing"she crossed her arms and glared at him.Shadow put his hands up in defence.
"To much info..."he began to leave but stopped at the door way,"I know you'd never cry over something that stupid,your not Sally".He then closed the door and a flash of light could be seen from the door crack.
'Sally...that evil bitch.I'll kill her I swear it"she scowled.She thouht about the previous conversation...she said she'd leave.But truth is she didn't want to leave,nor did she have any place in mind to go.Sighing she headed towards their bedroom,collapsing on the bed.She smothered her face on the pillow before looking up at the alarm clock.Were there always so many pictures of the two of them around the house?It was another of the two of them together,she was on his back,laughing,as and he was looking up at her and smiling.Tikal had taken the picture as Knuckles got them all some soda,she remembered it so clearly.She turned the other way,she was now looking at Sonic's side of the bed.On his side was a picture of them at the prom...his favorite memory because well...he became a man.She sighed again and closed her eyes.
'Just go to sleep please'she only realized that when she re-opened her eyes she had started crying again.She heard the door open again,she knew those footsteps,this time it was Sonic who had come in.He seemed to have stopped in the hallway,and the sound of glass being picked up could be heard.After it finished she heard the frame go back onto it's surface.Then the footsteps came closer to the door before openeing it slowly,like a murder in a horror movie.Amy shut her eyes quickly and then relaxed them,to make it look as though she were asleep.
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Sonic crept in very slowly,he knew damn well she wasn't asleep,but lets let her pretend.Her back faced him,like it had earlier at the park.Here he had a good life,and he fucked it up.He sighed sadly,what was he to say for her to forgive him.His eyes drifted to the back of her head and blinked sadly.He gently placed his cheek against her back and his hand rubbed her arm.
"Amy...don't leave me...please.Your the best thing thats ever happen to me.I don't want you to leave...I don't want you to leave...I love you and only you.Please believe me...I can't lose you...not again...I can't..."he whispered.If he wasn't such a guy,he would probably cry a little bit,but he's a hero.He had to learn to be cold to emotions,but this didn't help.Amy opened her eyes,it sounded so true,so pure and spoken from his heart.Perhaps one more chance yes?But...it was time she wore the pants in the relationship,Sonic's turn to wear a skirt.She smiled to herself,she felt better.She raised herself but using her arms and pushed against the surface of the bed.Sonic lifted his head and backed up a bit.He had been on his knees and now stood up.She looked up at him,his eyes confusing.
"Come here"she said lightly.Smart boy,did as he was told.She stood up and leaned against his chest,letting his arms encircle her.She thought for a moment,she had a better idea.
"Here's the deal.I was going to be in charge of the relationship,but I thought of a better idea.You can still wear the pants in the relationship,and I get to kill Sally...in fact...I like that idea much better.What's your thought about it?"she looked up at him,her most seductive smile on her lips.Sonic smirked before answering,
"Just don't get caught".
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"You have real nerve leaving protection Shadow"Rouge hissed as she looked up from the couch when Shadow walked through the door.
"Give me a fucking break Rouge"Shadow growled bareing his fangs at her.She blinked and her ears twitched.She stood up,her wings rustled.In a flash a hard kick landed him against the wall with her boot on his throat.
"Never speak that way to a lady Shadow.And never speak that way to me,or you will find yourself dead,crush or not.I do not tolerate disrespect".Shadow grabbed her ankle and easily threw her at the couch.
"And I cannot stand being under house arrest".Rouge sprang back up,a hiss at the start of her lips.
"Fine...go walk outside...go enjoy this world as it crumbles before out very feet.But when your captured and your power is harvested leaving you like a sack of potatoes,I'm NOT going to help you.I could turn you in right now and wipe my plate clean,able to quit from this job.So,why should I save you for me to suffer?"she snapped.
"Then go ahead and do it batgirl,turn me in.Get your life back just in time to be completely alone"he taunted both arms extended from his sides in taunting manner.
"Your one to talk Shadow.Last I recalled I was cleaning up glass and blood at your old house"Shadow's hand quickly closed around Rouge's throat.Rouge lifted her hands,her sharp claws dugging into his wrist to make him let go,but his defensive quills were oh so wonderful.Her vision was growing dark at the top,just one kick managed.Shadow released her as he doubled over in pain,she had missed where she wanted to hit him but the stomache works just as well.She jumped to the ceiling to avoid him swiping at her again.He looked up,his eyes darker than their usual color,full of madness and rage,and something she couldn't quite tell.He clicked his heels once before the sound of jetpacks sounded.
'Hoover shoes!'Rouge began to run across the ceiling as fast as she could before being tackled from behind,landing where else?On her bed of course.Her claws dug into the sheets,trying to pull herself out of his grip,but damn,the ultimate lifeform is strong.Shadow flipped her around,so that she was now facing him,and perfectly aligned bodily wise.
"You listen to me Rouge...I don't talk about your family...so don't talk about cleaning up the remains of mine,got it!"everything pushed against her in threatening matter,but because they were so lined up,it took all her will power not to moan.Instead she gulped and nodded and he got up.Rouge brought her knees to her chest and stayed in that position after he was out of the room.
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"Mr.President...did you find what I'm looking for?"Eggman was sitting at an opposite side of a table the two of them were sitting at.
"Not yet...we are still on for our deal aren't we?"the president raised his eyebrows.Eggman nodded.
"Let me give you a certian hunch where they might be.Start off with the heroes of your town".
"The Sonic group thing?Why them?"
"Every single one of them has a history together.He used to be on the team,but this disasterous murder...well...had to find some way to get Shadow by himself away from my stupid cousin.In fact...I even think your bat agent may have some information she's not telling you about"Eggman smirked.
"Rouge?She would tell me if she had any".
"Why so sure?She absolutely hates you.You ruined her life did you not?"
"It takes alot to get other's to lend their skills"Smith sighed.
"Sonic is like his brother,so get to HIS weakness first.THIS is Amy"Eggman held out a picture of the two of them together,an unexpected picture,"This is the girl he's in love with.And this is Knuckles,the girl Tikal is also his weakness".
"Question...why don't you just destroy them?"
"Because,those idiots always beat me with team work and I can never kidnap the girls in time.But with a bunch of trained military officers,they wouldn't have a chance,they'll call for backup and then here comes Shadow.Simple plan,don't screw it up"Eggman stood and chose the time to leave.Smith looked at the two pictures,he'd succeed,but first a little talk with Rouge,including truth serium.
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A slightly loud jingle jolted Rouge from her trance and she got up to retrieve it,not daring to look into the living room to look at Shadow watching the news,his aura seemed to buzz with disturbance.His ear's shifted as he to heard the jingle,and half turned to see if she'd answer it.
"Hello?"her voice was soft,as though her father had just yelled at her for breaking mommy's vase.
"Agent Rouge,I need you to come in now,its important"The President's voice came from the other line.
"But sir...its so very late"Rouge answered trying to gain her voice back as the clock read past midnight.
"Your nocturnal,get over it and get over here".
"Sir...must it be now...?"
"GET HERE NOW OR WE WILL HUNT YOU DOWN"he shouted into the reciever,it was indeed very loud,for now Shadow was standing in her door,arms crossed like a jealous boyfriend as she dropped the cell to cover her ears.She picked up the phone and placed it back to ear.
"There's no need to yell sir.And...I'll be there as soon as I can"she swallowed hard.She hung up snd then put her phone in her pocket,Shadow was still standing there,and she was afraid to look into his eyes,knowing he was still in a mood.But she wondered what could have put him in it,surely her words weren't that threatening were they?
"I'll be back soon...please don't leave the house.Its all I ask"she blinked before turning her back to him and grabbing her badge.She walked past him and paused a few inches away from the doorway.
"I'm sorry...about what I said...earlier...I...see you".She felt his back turned to her,knowing he wasn't bothering to look at her.The ultimate lifeform could sense something that perhaps made him angry.She didn't bother to lock the door,instead she went downstairs and exited out the rundown door and took off.She arrived in the office of the president before looking around,his office was dark.
"Any information on the ultimate lifeform?"the turned chair suddenly faced her.Rouge didn't jump,years of training helped with that.
"No sir.I have found nothing,though I feel am close to a break through"she replied,saluteing him.
"You know...you sound as though your lying.In fact I got resources saying that you actually know where he is and who he is".
"Sir not to be rude but who are you going to trust?Your agent or some idiot?"
"More like a jewel thief or a dear friend with actual proof"the president folded his hands together.
"Once more,anything on project Shadow.You tell me all you need to know...and I'll set you free".Her eyes widend and breath came in short.She took large amount of air and blinked before looking into his eyes.
"I have found nothing of the sort...sir".Smith raised his eyebrows,she hesitated,but still sticking to this eh?Fine.
"I'm disappointed in your Rouge,but it seems I have no choice"he held out a needle of clear liquid in it and got up.Before he could stick it in her arm she back flipped and kicked him in the chin before explodeing out the window to get away.Flapping her wings hard she flew the very fast she could,fearing it would not be enough to escape the up coming helicopter.
A/N:Please review ppl,you know the drill.Hope you liked the chapter