I honestly feel like this story is ultimately rushed. I did rush on times, but I do wish I can take my time. Next chapter is out now! Hehe... Betcha wondering "Oh shit, Silver and Shadow crossed paths! Holy shit Shadow Vs Knuckles! Wonder how this'll end..." If not, well. You have a huge space of imagination. Enjoy! (๑ơ ₃ ơ)

(P.S. I'm writing on my phone again.)

"Are they really doing this?"

Silver shot a glare at Sonic with a foul expression. "Alright, first to finish their drink and not throw up or pass out is the winner obviously! Any bud who comes in last is a rotten chilli dog!" Everyone stared at Sonic like an idiot as he shouted. "As if I'm going to lose. Bring it!" Knuckles pointed at Shadow, who was glaring daggers back. "Same to you, who can't even protect the Master Emerald. Some protector you are." Hearing the gasps of excitement from the group mixed with Knuckles' snarling, Shadow rolled his eyes. "I am a Guardian! And sure a better job than running around like you own the place because you believe you're 'The Ultimate Lifeform'!" Barking as the Red Echidna continued to point. You can already tell This is going to get real... "This is completey pointless..." Espio facepalmed out of irritants. "No kidding..." The small yellow fox replied with a sigh. Cream giggled as she heard them from their misery. "Alright alright, enough chit chat, more contest!" The cobalt colored hedgehog interrupted the two bickering. "Ready?" He said raising his hand high to indicate the 'Get ready' phase. Both Shadow and Knuckles gripped their cups tightly, shooting daggers at each other. Seeing they are ready and the desperate desire to win in their eyes, Sonic dashed his hand down in a heartbeat. "GO!" Both Shadow and Knuckles slammed their drinks to their lips. The group cheered and shouted with joy. Shadow was already halfway through the cup, while Knuckles was breaking a sweat fearing he would lose. If Shadow were to smirk, it would make his day. Beating the Guardian of a power Gem made him feel Godlike. He was the Ultimate Lifeform... "Careful now, don't get drunk you morons!" Amy butted in as she realized they were gulping so fast that they might as well choke or get drunk. Drunk...? Like that night with Si- Shadow stopped chugging down the tangy liquid. It was like a brick had hit him and knocked his sanity out of his frail body. The throng of them stared at Shadow with concern. Was he alright? He just stopped... Slowly putting the cup of liquid down, Shadow began to think... 'Not again... What was wrong with me...?' Not caring anymore, he glanced over at Silver, who was glaring back. Not even a blink could catch how fast the ivory colored hedgehog flinched and broke his gaze with those beautiful Ruby eyes that stared him down. Everyone of the table could see there was something definitely wrong with those two. They grew silent, and silent. All was quiet until the dumbfounded Echidna blurted out, startling everyone. "FIIIIINIIISHED! YEAH! I BEAT YOU! Some Ultimate Lifeform you are!" ignoring the words that almost bursted through his small ears, Shadow couldn't bring himself to take his gaze off Silver. It just brought back painful memories. Those words, those pleas, those cries, they had all returned to haunt him of that night. Opening his mouth to say anything, it would be how sorry he was. Before even saying something Silver rose from his seat ignoring Shadow. "I think I'm going to go now... Later." Not even looking at them, Silver approached the front door, ignoring his friends. Just that was suspiciously awkward. All the eyes traveled over to Shadow's direction, feeling that Icy breeze of embarrassment. Of being alone. Of being a monster. Not even daring to look at them, he didn't know what to do. Would they find out what Happened? Would they be too disgusted to even do anything with Him? 'Am I really... A monster?' That same question traveled through him like a ball bouncing all around in a tight space. Stunned by thoughts, all he could do was freeze. "Shadow, if you don't mind me asking... What just happened?" Hearing the curiousness in Rouge's tone, He still didn't dare to look, or speak. "Yeah, I'd like to know too Shads." They're staring... Staring... "We all want to know." Tails replied to Sonic, but turned back over to Shadow. "Why not just tell us already? We obviously know you did something! So why not just spill it already!?" Impatiently barked Knuckles. Why did it have to happen now? It would have been better if Amy kept her trap shut... A whole lot better. There's no way to avoid this one. Partially opening his warm lips, preparing to say those words. The words of the native language he was born into.(In other words, English) "It's none of your damn business anyway." Still trying to hide it? Typical as ever. "Like Hell it's none of our business!" Slamming his fist on the table and rising out of his chair, Knuckles looked furious. "Calm down you knuckle-head! I for one would suggest him speaking first before going animal on him!" Rouge rose out of her chair to meet Knuckles' standards. "Guys, please! Please stop!" Cream tried to stop them but it had no effect. "Oh you can't be talking Bat-girl! You're a damn thief, so I'd go animal on you anytime!" Not realizing there were two meanings of 'Going animal', Knuckles was confused when he saw Rouge's puzzled face bright with red. "Y-You're an idiot..." Rouge insulted him as she tried to look away. "Guys, enough. We are on a more important subject." The purple chameleon stated, making Rouge and Knuckles sit down. Those eyes were yet again glaring at Shadow, demanding an answer. Sighing with annoyance, Shadow still didn't know an excuse to give them. "You're all a pain. It's a misunderstanding. I accidentally hurt his feelings more than I should have and he's just being a big baby about it." His arrogant tone tried to hide it. Tried to. "Now Mr. Shadow, that's mean! Mr. Silver isn't a baby at all!" Shadow heard Cream's innocent voice of concern. "Shads, don't you think that it's a bit more than that? Silver wouldn't walk away from the rest of his friends just from some insults." Sonic bravely consulted Shadow with his wondering tone in voice. "Likewise!" Knuckles joined in once again. "I thought I told you to stop accusing him before he got a chance to speak!" Rouge spoke up again. Everyone bickering made it worse. He needed to get out. Now. Shadow rose out of his chair and stomped to the front door ignoring the group's calls. Amy could take what was happening, but she couldn't just let Shadow walk out like that. The pink hedgehog jumped out of her seat immediately and ran after the ebony colored Mobian. The sun was already setting, and the time has come to end it. End this all. "Shadow! Shadow wait!" Amy called out to him as she ran to get him. As she came to a halt to meet the dark figure. Midway stopping, he shot daggers at her Jade eyes. Hesitating for a moment, did she dare try to ask? "S-Shadow..." Jade orbs net Ruby orbs. There was a long silence between the two. Hesitating on what to say, she gathered up the courage to say those words held back in her throat. Opening her soft lips to speak, she was cut off by a tone of sorrow. "I did something unforgettable, and unforgivable to him, Rose." Looking down at the concrete floor, he couldn't muster up enough strength to tell her everything. It was just too much. Amy gulped, preparing for what is to come. The sound of footsteps, boots hitting the concrete grew louder and louder. She was walking towards him. Feeling warming hands cover his, Shadow returned his gaze. "Shadow... I know." Eyes widen from unspeakable shock as he saw Amy's depressed expression. "Y-You what?" Shock was still hitting him like a punch to the face. Amy's soft eyes reflect Shadow's sorrow, seeing clearly. "Nothing can change what happened between you two, but you can make amends for them. We decide how things happen. Don't let it get you down." Her calm voice sent a soothing melody to his ears. Oh how long he has waited to hear those words. Longed for it. "How did you find out?" ... "I didn't fully. But I know you hurt him to the point he can't see things the same anymore." They continued to stare. Shadow wishes he had a friend like Amy. Like Amy... Like Maria. Amy held his hand tighter. "Remember Shadow, we're all here for you. Always remember that!" Those words. They have been cherished deeply. Deeply. If he could cry, he would. "Now go to him." Shadow felt a tight squeeze on his hand before Amy let go. Shadow knew what he had to do. He nodded as he turned on his heel and ran for Silver. "I have faith in you, Shadow." Amy whispered as a tears were forming in the corners of her eyes. Next stop, Silver's home.

WOOOOOOOOOOOOO END OF CHAPTER! Okay, how many people were giggling at the Knuckles and Rouge's "Animal" argument? I sure as hell did lol. I'm also sad too. I'm sad to announce the next chapter is the last chapter. Yes yes, for all the people who love this, it is true. I am sowwy ;w; For all the people who dislike or hate this fanfiction, CONGRATULATIONS, IT'S ABOUT TO END. I seriously have to thank all of you for supporting this story. I mean, I thought it wouldn't get this much views. If I could, I would give all of you a freaking hug. I feel so happy having you read it! A writer is NOTHING. NOTHING without their fans. Thank you so so SOOO very much! Next chapter, coming soon!