Past Secrets
Chapter 39 - First Month
Shadow's POV 1 month later
The first month of my recovery was hard and painful. Shade had me working till I was broken and I'm glad she did. I have no clue why Dark would ignore such a capable trainer. Shade is better then most of the trainers that use to work with us on ARK, and she's not a hard ass about it. She actually had a great idea earlier today. Since I'm getting my legs under control me and her decided to go out tonight and go get dinner. I'm going to pay for it as a little thank you gift. Shade had to go home and get ready and now that I can stand and walk she left me alone to get ready myself. Everything is going great in all but the weird thing is that we haven't heard from Paul or Amber for a while. I wonder what there up to.
Amber's POV
"I don't like this Paul!" I shouted at him.
"Do you think I enjoy this! All I want is the money! We finish this and we get paid!" Shouted Paul back.
"This isn't right!" I yelled back.
"I know it isn't! Operation Decisive is still in play!" Yelled Paul back.
Paul approached me on the couch. He sat down next to me and took my hand.
"I know it will be hard, but it has to be done. This is what we do." Said Paul calmly.
I looked into his eyes.
"Did you have any luck finding him?" Asked Paul.
"I found leads on his whereabouts, but nothing solid." I replied.
"Keep looking. He survived. If you do come in contact with him, tell him to call my cell." Stated Paul.
I nodded my head in approval.
"Amber?" Said Paul.
I looked back into his eyes.
"It will be ok." Said Paul.
I smiled then went back to work at finding our asset.
Shadow's POV
I was finally dressed and ready to go and still no sign of Shade. I wonder what's taking her so long. Dark had a nice suit in his closet so I took it and saw if it fit. It was perfect, and after a month some of my fur grew back and my red streaks were starting to show again. I felt much better with my appearance.
"Knock. Knock. Knock."
I heard the door and walk downstairs. Once I approached the door I took the doorknob and gently opened it. Behind the door was….wow.
"Hi Shadow!" Shouted Shade as she come in for a hug.
I hugged back gently.
During this whole month Shade only wore workout cloths and her usual black look. I thought Dark said she wasn't a girl for dresses, but wow is she wearing one of the most beautiful dresses I have ever seen. It reminds me of the one Amy wore when we first started dating.
"Wow Shade. You look…wow." That's all I could say without melting on the floor.
Shade blushed and giggled at my response. Then she took my hand.
"Well I had to look good. It's intimidating to go out in public with someone as famous as you." Replied Shade.
"Oh come on Shade, I'm not that popular." I stated.
"Are you kidding? Everyone in South End has been on a panic trying to find you!" Replied Shade.
"Really, why?" I asked.
"As I said; people love you and for what you did to end Eggman incorporate." Replied Shade.
"Shade? When I told you yesterday me and Dark took down Eggman, I didn't think it would influence you to dress like this for me, I don't dissevered it." I stated.
Shade then took my hand. I looked into her eyes.
"You may not think you're a hero to people Shadow, but you must understand you deserve something for your effort." Said Shade softly.
"You?" I questioned.
Shade smiled and looked into my eyes.
"Every hero needs a damsel Shadow." Replied Shade.
I smiled back.
In my head though I already have a damsel, Amy.
"You ready to go Shadow?" Asked Shade.
I nodded.
"Well then here you go." Replied Shade while handing me my bike keys.
I took them in hand and looked at Shade.
"I think your ready. Come on lets go." Said Shade while taking my arm.
I smiled and escorted Shade to my bike out on the sidewalk.
I helped her on first then I got on and inserted the keys turning on the bike.
I hesitated at pushing in the gas. Shade wrapped her arms around my waist and I looked into her eyes. Our faces were close and she rubbed her nose with mine.
"You can do it Shadow." Said Shade softly.
I smiled and pushed in on the gas. The bike began to roll down the road smoothly and I grew back into the feeling. I started to drive with confidence as Shade guided me to the restaurant.
5 minutes later
"There Shadow!" Shouted Shade as she pointed at the building.
I smiled at her and drove into the parking lot. When we parked I took the keys out and put them back in my pocket. Shade helped me off the bike and once I was stable I took her arm and we walked to the entrance.
Once we made it to the door, I held it open for her.
"Thank you Shadow." Said Shade.
"Your welcome." I replied.
When we entered; the place was packed and full of conversation. I guided Shade to the sign in sheet and we waited for the waiter. Once he came he looked at us with anticipation.
"Hello and welcome. Table for two I guess." Said the waiter.
"Yes sir." Replied Shade.
"I see you found yourself a boyfriend Miss Shade." Said the waiter while looking at me.
I blushed as Shade continued.
"He's a close friend." Replied Shade.
The waiter nodded and went for my hand.
"Any friend of Shade's is a friend of ours. Who might you be good sir?" Asked the waiter.
I took his hand and replied.
"My name is Shadow."
The waiter and a few tables around us heard me and when they heard the name everyone stopped what they were doing and looked at me.
"Shadow the hedgehog?" Questioned the waiter.
"Yes." I replied.
The waiter continued to shake my hand while looking at Shade with a shocked expression.
After a few seconds the waiter stopped and said.
"Well, please follow me sir Shadow and miss Shade."
I nodded and took Shade by the hand. We followed the waiter to our table. Once he sat us down we ordered drinks. Shade and me got nothing fancy. I got coke while she got sprite. The waiter then gave us a few minutes to find out what we wanted to eat.
"How do you feel Shadow?" Asked Shade.
"Much better and I'm glad I can walk at the most." I replied.
"Maybe next month you'll be able to run." Suggested Shade.
"I hope." I replied.
Shade looked at me with caution
"So Shadow." Started Shade.
I took another sip out of my glass and looked at her.
"If you don't mind can I ask you a personal question?" Asked Shade.
"After all you've done for me, I'd be happy to answer any you have in mind." I replied.
Shade smiled then asked a question I knew would come up soon.
"Do you have a girlfriend?"
I looked at her and replied cautiously.
"I use to, but after being away from her for so long I don't know any more."
"What happened?" Asked Shade.
"This injury is what happened." I replied.
"What do you mean?" Asked Shade.
"Well I told how after the attack me and Dark got separated." I started.
Shade nodded in approval.
"My girlfriend was with me and so were some of my other friends. Dark went to get them out while I dealt with Eggman. He succeeded, but she thinks I'm dead and so does everyone else in North End. I've been gone for so long; I think she might have moved on by now." I said with sadness.
Shade reached across the table and put her hand on mine.
"If she truly loves you she wouldn't do that. I'm sure she believes your ok, and coming home to her one day. And I'm sure when you do you'll see she hasn't lost hope." Stated Shade. I smiled and I tear rolled down my cheek. I can't believe I'm losing hope for Amy.
"Your one hell of a girl Shade. It's no wonder Dark likes you." I replied.
Shade smiled then the waiter came back to place our orders.
I got steak and Shade got a large salad.
As we ate I looked at Shade and I could feel us growing closer. She reminds me of Amy and I'm honestly shocked she has stayed by my side for so long. I still have two more months with her. I don't know what to do. It's getting hard to think clearly about my life.
30 minutes later
When we finished our food me and Shade waited for the check. It was a surprise when the waiter came out with dessert that we didn't order.
"This is for you sir Shadow and miss Shade." Said the waiter while putting one piece of cake between us with only one fork.
Me and Shade both watched as the waiter smiled and left our table. Everyone in the place stopped and watched us in silence.
I looked into Shade's crimson eyes as she looked into mine. We both began to blush and smile. I looked at the fork and then back at Shade.
"You don't have to, if you don't want to Shadow." Said Shade quietly.
I picked up the fork and cut off a piece of the cake.
"No. I want to." I replied with a gentle smile.
I moved the fork towards her and she opened her mouth and took it gently. She smiled and blushed. Once she was done; she took the fork from my fingers and cut off a piece for me.
Shade smiled with the fork in hand and went closer to my mouth. I smiled back and took the cake into my mouth with a warm feeling of happiness.
I ate it slowly and when I swallowed the whole restaurant began to clap and cheer for us. Me and Shade blushed with embarrassment and stood up slowly from our table. I took her soft hand and escorted her out to my bike. I got on first then with an open hand I offered it to her. Shade smiled and took my hand. Once she was on the bike I drove us back home.
5 minutes later
I parked in front of the sidewalk outside Dark's house and helped Shade over to her house right next door. I let her walk up the stairs ahead of me and she slowly opened the front door. When it was open, Shade turned to face me with a bright smile.
"I had a wonderful time Shadow." Said Shade Happily.
I smiled back and replied.
"I had a great time as well Shade. Thank you for a lovely dinner."
Shade smiled and leaned into me. She slowly gave me a gentle kiss on the cheek.
When she pulled away, I was completely red and she was smiling with joy.
"No. Thank you Shadow. I'll see you tomorrow." Stated Shade.
"Can't wait." I replied with a smile.
Shade smiled one last time and shut the door gently.
Once I heard it close, I made my way to Dark's house and went up to his room. I got out of the suit and got under the covers of his soft bed.
I was really happy and in a way, really growing attached to Shade. She is a really great friend and I'm confused if it might become more then that.