Past Secrets

Chapter 41 - The Last Month

Paul's POV

"Ring!"

I woke up from a deep sleep to find my phone going off on the nightstand. I slowly picked up and answered.

"Hello Paul." Said he caller.

"I guess you thought about it if your calling back." I replied.

"Yeah I thought about it and I want to know what I have to do." Said the caller.

"He leaves tomorrow for North End." I stated.

"I can make the trip." Replied the caller.

"You'll want to get him off guard and distracted." I stated.

"How?" Asked the caller.

"He'll most likely attend the school's Christmas dance North End has every year." I replied.

"How does that help me get him?" Asked the caller.

"His date. Lets just say the brother had a little fun with her behind the scenes." I replied.

"That'll piss him off if he found out." Replied the caller.

"That's why she'll probably tell him when he comes home. He'll feel betrayed again, and he'll be completely deluded. He'll most likely leave and that's when you'll have the chance." I stated.

"Sounds good to me. Thanks for the tip. I'll follow him when he reaches the town limits." Replied the caller.

"Just remember, when your done you come see me and make sure you get rid of the body." I said.

I heard the caller laugh and then he hang up the phone.

I closed mine and placed it back on the nightstand. I then rested my head on the pillow and smiled as I fell back asleep.

Shadow's POV

"Ahhhh…"I was lying in bed and getting some well dissevered rest after three months of straight training. I can't believe tomorrow I get to go home. After so long, without Amy, without Dark, without Silver and Tails, and I can't believe I'm saying it but I miss Sonic. I will admit this isn't easy at all.

I began to cry.

I'm going to miss Shade so much. It doesn't seem right leaving her after all she has done for me. Three months solely with her. I will admit it's as if she was my girlfriend this whole time. I mean, we've done so much. We went out together, we skinny dipped together, we kissed, and I can't say how many time's we've blushed at each other. Again though, she's Dark's girl. I can't betray him by dating his love no matter what, and deep in my heart I still love Amy. I don't know what to do with Shade at the moment, god I need a sign.

"Knock! Knock! Knock!"

I took off the cover's to the bed and quickly made my way downstairs.

"Knock! Knock! Knock!"

I quickly opened the door to find Shade in front of me covered in tears.

"Shade! What's wrong!" I asked in a panic.

"Shadow…I…!" I stopped her and took her by the arm and brought her into the house. She kept crying and I quickly rushed her up the stairs and into the bathroom. I set her down on the toilet and quickly grabbed a handful of tissues and I gently wiped her cheek. She smiled as I cleaned her and as I made my way up to her eye, she took my other hand. I smiled and she began to calm down. Once she stopped and she was dry, I took her into Dark's room and sat her down on the bed. I gently shut the door and took a seat next to her right side. She looked over into my eyes.

"What's wrong Shade?" I asked calmly.

Shade took my hand tightly and replied.

"I don't want you to go."

I looked into eyes and I could understand why.

"I know. I was just thinking about it before you came." I stated.

"Shadow I think I love you." Admitted Shade.

My eyes widened and she griped my hand tighter.

My heart began to beat fast at the moment she said those words. I don't know how to respond to that.

Shade noticed my hesitation and said.

"I know you must be confused, I understand you love Amy and I know Dark loves me, but I never felt that spark between us. I only felt it between you and me. We've spent so much time together and I feel like I've grown attached to you Shadow. I'm confused don't get me wrong, but I think I'm in love with the other twin. You."

I looked into her eyes.

"I don't know Shade. I've been so confused since the first time we went out to eat. I said I could never repay you for all you have done, but I think my love would be enough for you. As you said though; yes I do still love Amy and I won't stop loving her until I hear from her it's over. All I can say Shade is that yes I think love you, but until Amy says those words, I can't take the chance and be with you. I'm sorry." I said while trying not to crack a tear.

Shade smiled and looked into my eyes.

"So does that mean we still have a chance together?" Asked Shade.

I nodded in approval.

"I don't know if Amy will ever stop loving you Shadow, but I want you to know I'll always be there for you if she does." Replied Shade with a gentle smile.

"I'll always be there for you Shade. Whenever you need me." I stated.

Shade smiled and began to stand up and head for the door. I stopped her by taking her arm.

"Shadow what are you…!" I pulled her in for one last goodbye kiss. She kissed me back and I began to cry as we did it, Shade felt my tears and when I retracted from her lips she began to cry herself.

"Thank you Shade." I said with a smile.

"Your welcome Shadow." Replied Shade as she turned away for the door.

"Shade!" I called for her.

Shade turned and looked at me.

"I'll tell you what. How would you like to come to North End with me tomorrow and come live with me and Dark? I have the room in my place and that way you and my brother can be together." I offered.

Shade's face lit up with utter happiness, and she immediately came and hugged me tightly.

"Are you serious!" Asked Shade.

"He deserves you more then me anyway and as you said I have Amy. I'd love it if you came with me and I'm sure tomorrow when he sees you; he'll die." I replied.

Shade squeezed me harder and said.

"Thank you Shadow!"

"It's a start to repaying you." I replied.

"What about us though? Won't they wonder what could have happened during those three months?" Asked Shade.

"That's why I'm going to tell Amy and Dark, I promised Amy I would never break her trust with someone else and I plan on keeping it. I know she did the same. We never had sex Shade, we never dated. I never broke my promise. I admit it has been difficult to keep it with you around me, but I always keep my word." I said while detaching her from my body.

Shade smiled and said.

"That's why you're the ultimate life form." Replied Shade.

I smiled and escorted her down to the front door.

"I'll see you in the morning Shade." I said.

"Can't wait." Replied Shade.

Shade walked down the front stairs and towards her house. I slowly shut the door and returned back up to bed. I had one hell of a day tomorrow. I better rest up while I can.

The next morning December 24

I got up pretty early, it was 8:00am, me and Shade would have to leave in the next half hour if we wanted to have a chance to avoid traffic. Shade came over to my house and all we were doing now was waiting for Amber and Paul to come say goodbye.

"I hope they get here soon." I said.

"They'll be here, oh and Shadow. I almost forgot to give these to you." Said Shade as she handed me two photo's and my rose.

I took them in my hands and it was a shock to see Maria's and Dark's photo again.

"I thought you threw theses out?" I asked.

"No of course not. Amber gave them to me before I tossed your cloths in the trash." Replied Shade.

"Why did you keep them from me?" I asked.

"I didn't know they were that important to you, and when I saw the one of Dark's I had to hold on to it." Replied Shade.

"Weren't you confused when you found his photo in my pants?" I asked.

"Sure, but I wanted to know from you why you had them, and when you said you were his brother then I knew for sure." Replied Shade.

I smiled and put them in my pocket.

"Knock! Knock! Knock!"

"Looks like there here." I said while getting up to open the door.

Shade waited for me on the couch.

When I opened the door. Paul and Amber came in with joy.

"Shadow! You look amazing!" Shouted Amber.

"Yeah Shadow, I see Shade took great care of you for the past three months huh?" Said Paul.

"Shade's been great and we had something we wanted to tell you." I replied while taking Shade by the hand.

"Shade's coming to live with me and Dark in North End." I stated.

Amber's eyes widened in shock.

"Really! Are you sure Shade?" Asked Paul.

"Positive." Replied Shade.

"It's your life Shade; if you think this is for the best we won't force you to stay." Said Paul.

"Thank you Paul. I'm happy to go with Shadow, he's like the brother I never had." Replied Shade.

I smiled and we started to walk outside. Amber and Paul followed me to my bike.

"Here Paul." I said while handing him the spare key to Dark's house.

Paul took it in his hand and slowly put it back in his pocket.

I then went and hugged Amber goodbye. She began to cry and she held me tightly. In my ear she whispered.

"Be careful, please Shadow."

"I will don't worry." I replied.

After I was done hugging Amber, Shade took my place while I went to shake Paul's hand.

"You have a safe trip you hear?" Said Paul.

"I will don't worry Paul and thanks again for all the help, I'll make sure to make it up to you someday." I replied.

"I said it was on the house." Stated Paul.

"You still deserve something for your trouble." I replied.

"Don't worry about it, just go." Said Paul.

I smiled and got on my bike as Shade said goodbye to Paul. When I got it started Shade got on and grabbed my waist.

"Thanks again Paul." I said with gratitude.

"No, thank you Shadow." Replied Paul.

"Bye Shadow. Bye Shade." Said Amber.

I smiled and looked back at Shade.

"You ready?" I asked.

Shade nodded her head in approval.

I instantly hit the gas and we started our drive back home. My home. Where the only girl I belong with awaits. Amy Rose.