From Good, To Bad, To Worse

(Amy's POV)

Three months later…

I've haven't seen any signs of Scourge nor Sally ever since Sonic told me about Scourge's release from jail. I was anxious for a few days until Sonic made sure that I was safe for now. Who knows what the two will do to us? He promised me that he'll be there for me and protect us. I really don't want to lose my baby nor get killed by Scourge if that's his case. However, I can't worry about that now. I know Sonic will never break that promise… I just know it.

She's almost here. I'm finally nine months pregnant and little Lavender Rose will be born soon. My friends and I had a baby shower a month and a half ago. It was great. Everyone was there, including Sonic's brother Manic and his sister Sonia. Even Mina the Mongoose, my old friend, decided to show up; it's been so long since I've last see her.

Sonic and I received a lot of gifts: baby shoes, little dresses, toys, a baby bouncer, et cetera, et cetera. Cream even baked the cake for all of us. Red velvet with pink icing and a greeting that says "Congratulations Sonic & Amy, It's A Girl!" in purple frosting. I have to say, she's such a great baker. That was the most memorable event I've ever had.

Back to reality, I was home alone. Sonic went out with the guys. I figured that he should have some time for himself after three months of protecting me. During his absence, I've decided to add a few more touches to Lavender's room. Yellow curtains on the window, pastel beddings for the crib, sorting out the stuffed animals and toys, and organizing the clothes into that little white dresser with light green flowers on the bottom drawer. For the final touch, I've set up a mobile that was a gift from Rouge. It has a flower, a butterfly, a smiling sun, a baby bird, and a heart in the center; if you turn it on, it plays a soft lullaby. I hung the mobile above the crib and voila, the room is complete. I took a step back to look at the view. Beautiful.

Afterwards, I left the baby room and went to the bathroom. I filled up my bathtub, squirted some lilac bubble bath, and then shut off the water as it rose to the middle. I stripped off my nightdress and undergarments, and I stepped into the warm water. I leant against the tub and sighed in relaxation. While I was bathing, I heard footsteps coming from the other room. I paused and sat up.

"Sonic?" I wondered. There was no answer and it got quiet. I resumed my scrubbing. A minute later, the footsteps returned and this time, there's that soft chuckle I heard, sounding a little lustful. I thought that was Sonic home early. Maybe he's just playing. I chuckled back,

"Sonic, you little sneak," I said to myself. Then, it got silent.

As soon as I finished with my bath, I wore nothing but my bra, panties, and a robe. I had a towel over my shoulder to dry off my drenched quills. I switched off the light and left the bathroom.

"Sonic," I called again, "you home already?" I looked around the hallway, still no answer.

I slowly walked down to my bedroom. The door creaked as I opened and entered. "Sonikku?" I called one last time. Maybe he's not home yet, maybe I'm just hearing things. I dropped my towel on the floor, I got to my dresser and I lay out my clean clothes on the bed that I was going to wear; a baggy white t-shirt and plaid pajama pants.

I was about to remove my robe when suddenly, somebody quickly grabbed me around the waist from behind. I gasped in panic and he pinned me hard against the wall. I was horrified when I saw him face to face. Scourge the Hedgehog. He was wearing his usual jacket along with his wife-beaters and jeans. He smiled that evil grin.

"Well, well, look what we have here," Scourge said, "miss me, babe?"

I tried to struggle from his grasp, but it was no use. I felt a sudden déjà vu. Is this about to get real?

"What are you doing here?" I shouted.

"I got released from behind the bars and I've come to get you back." His eyes are filled with lust. He stroked my cheek then grabbed my chin. "I got real lonely down there and I really missed your hot, sexy—". Scourge was looking down at my body and my expecting stomach became his distraction. "The fuck?"

Now he's concerned. Scourge lightly touched my baby bump. "This can't be." His face turned stern. He grabbed the string of my robe; I stopped him by grabbing his hands.

"No! Don't you dare!" I snarled.

Scourge ignored me. He pushed my hands away and harshly untied my robe and yanked it open. He saw my half-naked body and my stomach. He looked at me shocked.

"You're… pregnant?" he growled. I gulped.

"Yes," I confessed, "yes, I am."

"And you didn't tell me."

"Of course," I snapped, "why would I—". He covered my mouth with his hand and smirked.

"This is great," his voice turned husky and cold, "you and me having our very own kid and I—". My eyes widened at his statement; I can't believe he thinks he's the father. I angrily pulled his hand away.

"She's not YOUR baby! She belongs to Sonic!"

Scourge gasped; he was not very happy about Sonic being the biological father. "You… little… whore,"

I summoned my hammer, "Now, get out of my house, or else," I threatened him.

"Or else what?"

I took a swing at him. Scourge dodged and I missed. I took another and he grabbed my hammer before it even touched him; he snatched it from my hand and threw it out the wide-opened window where he must've snuck in. I gasped at my failed attempt.

"Try using your hammer now!" he laughed evilly, "Nothing can stop me."

That only leaves me one choice: call Sonic for help. I see my cell phone on my nightstand. I pushed Scourge out of the way and ran to it. Right away, I grabbed my phone, but I was not lucky. Scourge was already next to me and he seized my phone from my hand in a quick speed that I can't even notice. He threw it against the wall, breaking it. I was aghast.

"Once again. Nothing. Can. Stop. Me." he repeated in emphasis. He was right. I tried to run away from him, but Scourge grasped my waist again and pinned me back on the wall. I attempted to resist from his hold. His face got closer to mine.

"Now," he suddenly became furious, "get rid of that thing or else I'll cut you, you dirty whore!" Scourge instantly took out a knife from his pocket and pointed it to my neck… just like in my nightmare. It is real!

I was scared to death. There was a pause. I have no doubt that he's forcing me to abort it, but I can't. I'm already nine months and healthy. I tightly closed my eyes and let the tears of torture run down my face.

"Well, what are you waiting for?!" Scourge screamed in rage, "GET RID OF IT!"

I opened my eyes. "No!" I growled.

With his free hand, Scourge threw a punch to my stomach. I gasped loudly at the horrible torment. I looked down, and there's blood dripping. He grabbed my neck with one hand and swiftly slashes his knife to my abdomen. I felt a huge stinging sensation.

Scourge let go of me and I fell to my knees. Both my hands are to my stomach and I was quivering in pain. My hands are stained with blood.

"Lavender," I cried softly. I looked up to him. "You… fucking bastard." I said silently, complicated for him to hear. Scourge then held me back up against the wall with the blade still in his hand.

"Say goodbye to your baby, Rose," he said huskily. He held the knife up to me. Without a moment to spare, he plunged it into me. I blacked out… that was the end of me… I know it…

(Sonic's POV)

I'm going to be a father soon. I can hardly wait. Though, I'm very cautious; I have to remain alert for Scourge and Sally Acorn, my ex-girlfriend. That non-stop complaining-ass bitch. Why the hell did she bailed my Anti out for? Whatever the reason, it's been three months and no sign of them. Which is good considering that Amy will be giving birth to our daughter in about two weeks. I've been keeping that promise. I just hope she's okay back home alone.

I was at the bar with the guys, playing some pool. Me and Silver against Knuckles and Shadow. We were winning; for a naïve hedgehog who came from the future, Silver's already great at it, glad I chose him.

After we cleared our stripes, I was aiming for the eight ball. I took my last shot and down the pocket it goes.

"Whoo!" Silver and I cheered and we high-fived in victory. We glanced at Shadow and Knuckles. The two clapped and smiled.

"Good game, Faker," Shadow said in a good way. We shook hands.

We gathered all the billiards, the pool cues, and the triangle rack and placed all the equipment back into its rightful place. Later, we sat at the booth and grabbed a few drinks. All four of us were about to have a conversation when suddenly, my phone rang. I checked the caller ID: Blaze. I answered it.

"Hey Blaze," I started.

"Sonic!" she cried on the other end, I was deeply concerned. She sounded very frantic. "I'm at the hospital!"

"What? Why?" I was bewildered.

"It's—it's Amy. Something horrible has happened to her!" she was sobbing. I gasped.

"What?! What's wrong with her?! Tell me!" Shadow, Knuckles, and Silver looked at me like there's something wrong. Blaze was hesitating over the phone.

"You guys have to come… she—she… I can hardly explain it. There's too much blood…"

Blood?! That can't be good. I was very traumatized by her explanation. I know it was hard for her to finish off, so I told her,

"Don't worry, Blaze! We'll be there as soon as possible. Just stay calm!"

"Okay," then she hung up. I shut off my phone and looked at the boys.

"What's going on?" Knuckles asked.

"Blaze called. Doesn't sound good," I informed with seriousness.

"Is she alright?" Silver was really paranoid because Blaze is his girlfriend. "Please tell me she's alright!"

"I don't know. It's really Amy we should worry about."

All three were solemn. "What did she say?" Shadow asked.

"I couldn't understand her well, she's very devastated," right away, I stood up from my seat, "Guys, we have to go to the hospital right now!" I demanded.

I don't know what happened with Amy… but I am going to find out.