Quill:"Sorry for the wait. Willows internet was down so she couldn't get on."

Sonic:"Hurry up and get me and Amy together!"

Me: .

Sonic: *gulp* "Please?"

Chapter 8: Rejection?

Sonic was at Tails workshop waiting for the kitsune to finish working on his plane. Sonics eyes were directed at the plane but it was obvious he was daydreaming by the far off look in them. Once Tails exited the Tornado he went over to Sonic who was now staring at the ceiling.

"So why is Knuckles out for your blood anyway?" The twin tailed boy asked. It was normal for Sonic and the guardian to have quarrels but it seemed that he was determined to straggle the hedgehog.

Sonic released a sigh knowing he had to tell his younger brother the truth. "Well," he began looking down at his red and white shoes,"I sort of asked Rouge out. But we are only fake dating!" He blurted out seeing the look of astonishment flash across the foxes face.

Tails was at a loss for words at this fact. He face-palmed at the flawed plan. "You should of known Knuckles would want to kill you. Why did you do it exactly?"

It was true Sonic never thought things through but he truly believed his plan was going to work. A sheepish grin formed as he answered,"I wanted to make Amy jealous. I asked Rouge because its obvious her and Knucklehead like eachother. I bribed her with a jewel and the idea of him realizing she won't wait forever and get the courage to ask her out."

It was moments like these that the fox wanted to smack the blue hedgehog with a 'common sense' stick. "Let me get this straight. You did this to make Knuckles realize that he should just ask Rouge out?" A nod followed his question. "Then why aren't you following your own advice?"

That last question caused the hedgehog to actually stop and think about it. He opened his mouth to speak but nothing came out. A victorious smile formed on the vulpines muzzle as he watched Sonic try to come up with a reason. It was rare for the fastest thing alive to not have a retort and this was one of those moments. Just then they heard a loud bang followed by a crash. Tails let out an audible groan since he knew it was his door.

"Where is he? I know the hog is here!" A furious voice yelled from the living room. "Come out and face the music you two timing hedgehog!"

Tails watched in amazement as Sonic literally jumped seven feet in the air. Green eyes wild with terror quickly scanned the room for a hiding spot. Finding one he quickly zipped behind some large crates. A heartbeat later Knuckles stormed into the lab, anger seeming to come off his body in waves.

The echidnas violet eyes snapped to the yellow fox in the corner,"Where is he? You can't hide him!" His eyes were narrowed and his hands were clenched, forming fists.

"Wh-who? I'm not hiding anyone." Tails replied taking a step back from the aggressive mobian. To try and make it believeable, he looked up at Knuckles with big innocent blue eyes.

Rouge's POV

Where is that Knucklehead? I've been searching for over an hour and I haven't been able to find him. I even paid a visit to Angel Island and picking up the M.E. didn't do anything. Of course taking it had crossed my mind but it isn't much fun if there isn't a challenge. Afterall, the worlds greatest treasure hunter doesn't steal something when there is no ones there to witness it.

"Where is that echidna?" I muttered under my breath.

It was like the lord was answering my question as I recieved my answer. "If your looking for Knuckles, I saw him heading toward Tails place."

Spinning on my heel I found myself face to face with Espio. The purple chameleon was accompanied by the crocodile and the obnoxious insect. The bee flew towards me and began spinning around me, I had to restrain myself from swatting him away.

"Knuckles was really angry when he found out you were with Sonic! He had this huge vein throbbing in his forehead and he broke a boulder by punching it an-" Luckily Vector yanked the annoyance back before I could tell him to shut up.

"Will ya be quiet? Your giving everyone a headache and I doubt she wants to listen to you!" Vector practically snarled out as he kept a firm grip on Charmy's wing.

I took a deep breath before replying,"Thanks for the information." Before the bee had a chance to speak, I started flapping my wings. I was soon flying towards Tails house to confront Knuckles. I was tired of waiting.

Tail's POV

At this rate my house will be beyond repair. I watched as Knuckles chased Sonic through the house, knocking things over and smashing stuff. "Guys! Can't we talk this over?" I tried to stop them but nothing was working. I was about to give up hope when a figure stepped into my house.

"Woah! Talk about destroying houses." The infamous jewel thief remarked as she picked her way through the havoc. "Knuckles!"

The red guardians body tensed up as he froze. The familiar voice seemed to snap him out of the red zone. "Rouge what are you doing here? Come to rub it in my face and tell me how much you love Sonic?" The last part he snarled out as he remembered why he wanted to rip Sonics head off.

"Knuckie..." Rouge walked up to the hot headed echidna, without warning she wrapped her arms around his neck. "I love you Knucklehead!" She then planted a kiss on his lips.

The kiss shocked everyone, I was also grossed out, and Knuckles eyes widened in suprise. When she finally pulled away, which was uncomfortable to watch, he spoke.

"Really? Then why are you dating Sonic?" He asked as he narrowed his eyes in suspicion. Two well known facts about Knuckles is that he is very gullible and suspicious.

I glanced at Sonic knowing the truth was about to come out. After all, Rouge had to tell him now. After much explaining and answering questions, Knuckles was finally caught up. Just as I was about to say something the two love birds began to kiss again. Ew! The first time was weird but I don't want to see it again. Can't they do this at Angel Island or something? How can they go so long without oxygen? Its been like two minutes! I have officially gone blind.

Normal POV

Sonic had managed to gather up his courage and was on his way to confess his feelings to Amy. As usual, he spotted Shadow under a tree but didn't stop, he could talk to him any other day. The 30 minute walk to Amy's house took our hero about 30 seconds. Hesitating, his fist hovered in the air, ready to knock on the door. Taking a deep breath he slowly knocked three times on the wood.

After a few long seconds, the sound of somone turning the knob was heard. A pink hedgehog opened the door and jade eyes met emerald ones.

"H-heya Ames...Can I come in?" Sonic asked, suddenly feeling nervous.

"Sure," she opened the door wider so he could enter her apartment.

The two hedgehogs were silent as she closed the door. Eye contact was avoided as they both stared in different directions. The quiet got to Amy as she decided to break it.

Amy took a seat on the couch as she started talking,"So what did you need to tell me?"

Taking a seat next to her, the azure hedgehog lightly reached out and took Amy's hands. "Well, there is something I need to tell you. I've wanted to tell you for a long time but I was afraid of the consequences. I was scared to share my feelings and what could happen if I did." He was beginning to ramble on as he became more and more nervous. Sure, Amy had chased him and declared she loved him for years but that didn't mean she would accept him now. Sonic wasn't sure what he would do if Amy rejected him or worse, stated she was in love with Shadow. No! That was just too horrible to think about.

Amy Rose watched her crushes expression and it was clear he was nervous. The way he kept looking away and how his thumb kept rubbing her palm were indicators. Never had Amy seen the famous hero in such a state, he had always seemed cocky and confident but now...he looked unsure of himself.

Sonic closed his eyes for a brief moment before turning and staring deep into her green eyes. "I love you Amy Rose."

Time seemed to stop as the pink hedgehog took in what he said. "S-sonic...I don't know what to say."

At first Sonic was sure she was going to reject him. He pinned his ears against his head as he tried to prepare himself for the heart break but instead recieved a warm embrace. Amy practically choked him to death as she let out a happy squeal.

I love you too Sonikku!" Amy said as she began shaking him from side to side. It was a few seconds before she released her bone crushing, allowing him to get air into his lungs. "Sorry," she giggled seeing his whole face was blue.

"Its alright," Sonic replied once he had caught his breath,"Besides it would take more than a hug to stop me, Ames."

Both hedgehogs scouted closer together as arms wrapped around Amys shoulders. It was like a dream come true for Amy and Sonic couldn't be happier. Tilting her head up, the pink hedgehog kissed the love of her life. She had chased her idol for years and he always got away. However, Amy had finally caught the fastest thing alive and Sonic didn't plan on running away.

Me:"Whoo! I finally finished!"

Sonic:"Yes! I finally got to kiss Amy! I love the ending!"

Amy:*blushes* "Me too."

Sonic:*blushes*

Me:"Well tell me what you thought. Sorry if there are any mistakes."