Quiill:"Sorry for the wait. Willows internet was down so she couldn't post her story. But don't worry because I am back!"

Sonic:"...I doubt they were worried about you. Its me they all want to read about. Not a random OC."

Quill:"I bet some of them love me. After all Willow does. Hey...is that Knuckles?"

Sonic: O.O "Eep!" *Runs off*

Chapter 7: Feelings confessed?

Sonic had managed to escape his impending doom and found himself in the city once again. "Knucklehead is really irked. I better make sure to stay away from him." A smirk formed as he placed one hand behind his head,"That shouldn't be too hard. He doesn't like being around many people so I should be safe in the city."

"Sonic?" A familiar female voice spoke. To his disappointment it wasn't the one that made his heart flutter.

"Hey Rouge," the cobalt hedgehog answered turning to the flirtatious bat.

The white bats eyes drifted down to the side where the cut was. "What in the world happened to you?" Rouge asked feeling curious, he was bleeding and covered in dirt.

Reminded of the wound, he felt it begin to sting. "Well it seems the guardian found out about us and came down from his isolated island to pay me a visit. Nearly killed me but I'm too quick for him!" Instantly he did his familiar thumbs up pose, which was responded by an eye roll.

Another person appeared and decided to voice his concern,"Ummm...Sonic why are you bleeding?"

The foxes unexpected appearance caused our hero to jump in shock. "Wha! Tails? What are you doing here?" A yellow kitsune looked up from examining Sonics side.

"I came to town to get a few supplies and tools. So are you going to tell me how you got that cut?" Tails asked as his two tails waved back and forth. Sonic knew he wouldn't be satisfied until he got an answer.

Sonic let out a nervous chuckle as he lightly rubbed the back of his head. A habit that he always did in situations like this. "Well," he began uneasily," me and Knuckles got into a small misunderstanding and managed to land a lucky punch on me." Using what he hoped was a convincing smile, he waited for his younger friends reply.

The two tailed fox seemed to study him for a moment before answering,"Ok. I was also wondering why you were talking to Rouge. I thought you didn't like her?" Two angry eyes locked onto the fidgeting hedgehog.

"N-no! I...uhhh...only said that to mess with Knuckles. Of course I like Rouge. She did help us with the Ark," Sonic managed to say as he felt fear slowly flow through his body. The bats irritation was easy to detect as flames seemed to flare from her body. If looks could kill Sonic would be a small pile of ashes on the sidewalk. "I'd love to stay and chat but things to do and places to see." There was a flash of blue and a rush of wind.

"He's lucky he can dash off like that or I would of wrung his neck!" Rouge spat out while Tails slowly began to back away from her. The kitsune didn't want to be the target of her rage, it was a smart move for him to leave quietly.

Cream's POV

Amy refused to go and talk to Sonic or Rouge. I tried to persuade her to go and tell Sonic how she felt but she kept saying that he was better off without her. Something had to be going on because I had a hard time imagining Sonic and Rouge getting along. For starters, the bat was known as a jewel thief and seemed to switch to whatever side was winning. Sonic on the other hand was always doing what he thought was right and risked his life for others.

I stopped when I heard Amy talking on the phone. I doubt it was Sonic or Rouge but she did sound somewhat sad. She was in her bedroom with the door closed. Creeping over to the door I quietly pressed my ear against it and tried to listen.

"Hey Quill. Its Amy," She spoke into the phone sounding happy. But I knew she was faking it, her voice was squeakier than usual. "Quill...there's something I need to tell you." All the happiness seemed to drain from her voice but she continued. "I've had loads of fun getting to know you and spending time together. But...I think we are better off friends. You've been so nice and sweet but we don't have that much in common. I like you more as a friend than a love interest. I'm really sorry and I hope you understand." A long pause followed before she said goodbye. I heard her place the phone back down and I quickly bolted back to the couch where I plopped down.

"Cream, I told Quill that I only wanted to be friends." Amy said as she entered the living room. Her ears were pinned back and she looked crestfallen.

"Why? I thought you really liked him?" I asked feigning suprise. I knew she had told him but I wanted to know the reason why.

Amy bit her lip as I asked. Sitting down next to me I could see the tears forming in her eyes,"Seeing Sonic with Rouge I realized how much I like him. It felt like my heart was being torn in half and I was afraid of losing him. When I got home I realized I like Quill but it wasn't the same as the feelings I have for Sonic." By now the tears were cascading down her cheeks. "I don't know what to do! Sonic has ran away from me for years. Its obvious he doesn't have the same feelings for me." The pink hedgehog then buried her face in her hands. I lightly rubbed her back as I tried to comfort her.

Quill's POV

I placed the phone back on the reciever and thought about what had happened.

"Quill...there's something I need to tell you." I could hear the happiness evaporate as she spoke. "I've had loads of fun getting to know you and spenidng time together. But..." I knew that 'but' wasn't a good thing and especially how she paused. "I think we are better off friends. You've been so nice and sweet but we don't have that much in common. I like you more as a friend than a love interest. I'm really sorry and I hope you understand."

I had felt slightly sad but I understood why she had done it. That certain speedy blue hedgehog was the main reason. I'm not angry at him or wanting him gone, quite the opposite of how I feel. It was obvious the two had something going on between them. Amy never noticed how the other hedgehogs eyes seemed to follow her every movement and how he would smile when he thought no one was watching. A few times I caught her staring at him, her eyes would light up and sparkle. I never saw her eyes light up at me the same way as when she was watching him. There are no hard feelings for what she did and I hope that the other hedgehog realizes how important she is and never lets her hard to find love that real and pure, especially with so many people willing to lie to get what they want. He better take good care of Amy and love her as much as she loves him.

Exiting my house I began to walk down the sidewalk wondering if I would ever find love like that. Not paying attention was becoming a habit as I accidently bumped into someone. "I'm so sorry! I should watch where I'm going. I-" My words were caught in my throat as I found myself staring into ap air of dark blue eyes.

A small giggle broke my trance and I blinked as she spoke,"Its alright. Nothings broken or bruised." She answered with a sweet smile.

"I'm Quill," my voice went up an octave and I held out a shaking hand. The girl was a dark red hedgehog with blonde bangs and dazzling sapphire eyes.

She lightly took my hand in hers, shaking my hand. "My name is Mia." I felt my heart flutter as she touched my hand.

By now my cheeks were slightly red and I hoped I didn't look like an idiot to her,"Thats a nice name."

Normal POV

Sonic was peering around a corner, making sure it was clear. He had actually spotted Knuckles walking around and it wasn't a good sign. The echidna must be peeved if he was willingly walking around the city. Cautiously he began to run across the street, dodging the cars with ease. However a streak of black and red caught his attention. With a smirk he followed the streak into the park. Skidding to a stop he noticed someone in a tree. Standing on a branch was his self appointed rival, Shadow the Hedgehog.

"Heya Shads! What are you up to?" Sonic asked as he smiled up at the dark male.

Two ruby red eyes opened and looked down at Sonic. When he answered he sounded bored, "Stop calling me that and its none of your business!"

A frown followed the response and the blue hero let out a sigh,"Fine be anti-social. I was just trying to be friendly." He smiled when he heard the familiar growl.

"Faker I don't want to waste time talking to you. Anyway, it seems a certain someone is on a guardians death list. I'm curious," a smirk replaced the scowl,"what did you do this time?"

"How do you know?" Sonic asked as his eyes narrowed. How did Shadow know Knuckles wanted his blood?

The black hedgehog jumped down from the tree and landed infront of his rival. "Well I say him running around the city. He kept saying,'That hog is dead when I get my hands on him.' Obviously he isn't ranting about me or the pink one." Using his pointer finger he lightly poked Sonics chest.

Smacking the finger away Sonic spun on his heel. "Whatever! I'll see ya later Shads!" Wind buffeted Shadow as he was left alone.

Me:"Whoo! Done! I think my next chapter will be the last chapter unless I am struck with an idea. Sorry that I didn't include alot of characters but I wanted to mostly focus on Quill and Amy. Also I just made Mia right now for this story so don't judge my creativity skills.

Quill: *Dreamy eyes* "I think Mia is wonderful and beautiful!"

Sonic:"Yes! It should be easier with...this guy gone!"

Shadow: *facepalm* "I am surrounded by idiots! Please stop including me in this story. Its taking all my will not to kill Faker for his idiotic ways."

Me:"Sorry Shadow but I can't do that. You have many fans and your an important character."