A/N: Hey guys, here's the next chapter of... Without The Mask, whatever. :P A quick thank you to: SakuraDreamerz, Myestica, ShadowsAngel1, BlackPetals23, aliciathewolf45, MikaitoLuv29, DJShayShay, Ella, MEGAANIMEFREAK27, QuirkyRevelations, G.G, Gamyie, king of shadows and Guest. You guys... I just don't know what to say. :D You're all very supportive, and you guys always make me feel better whenever my siblings think that me writing STH stories are childish. :)
For the jokes: I'm sorry, but no-one got it right. :( But again, a round of applause for everyone who tried. *Applause* Here are the answers:
Why are adults alway complaining: Because they are groan-ups. :P
What music do aliens like to listen to: Nep-tunes. XD
Enjoy this chappie!
Disclaimer: I do not own STH.
Chapter 12
"And this is where you'll be staying, Shadow." Amy told the ebony hedgehog, opening the door of the guest room and striding in. "So, do you like it?" She tilted her head to the side, waiting for Shadow to say something. "You don't like it?" The rose hedgehog pouted, watching the black and red male blink his eyes a few times, his gaze traveling all around the room.
"Of course I like it! What a lovely pink colour!" Shadow answered sarcastically, causing Amy to roll her jade green eyes at him. He turned to look at her, nodding his head at the room. "Can I ask you something?" Shadow asked, not really waiting for her to answer. "What is it about the colour pink that you like so much? Why don't you like any other colour?"
Amy glared at him a little, moving to take a seat on the bed. She patted the bed, gesturing for Shadow to also take a seat. The ebony hedgehog did so, again, leaving a good amount of space between them. The pink female rolled her eyes, sliding closer to him, until there were only a few inches between them. She felt Shadow stiffen, but she paid no attention to it, linking her arm through his. Shadow stiffened even more, feeling Amy put her head on his shoulder. "Relax, Shadow. You're my friend now, and I hug my friends all the time, this isn't even really a hug." She said, the black and red-streaked hedgehog unfreezing from his stiff posture. "And for your question… I like all the colours, but I like pink and red the most." Amy answered his question, snuggling into his arm. "You know, you're actually a very nice person when people get to know you more. I mean, I always found you kind of intimidating, but now…
"But now what?" Shadow asked, still feeling uncomfortable with Amy attached to his arm.
"Now you're not really intimidating anymore, I'm glad that you're my friend." The pink hedgehog admitted, smiling brightly while letting his arm go. "I always knew that you were a nice person, but some people judge you before they actually know-"
"Like the faker?" He cut her off, Amy biting her bottom lip softly.
"Uh… No, not really. He likes you like a friend, but because you hate him, um… It makes him not like you that much, and that's what makes him think that you're not a very nice person to be hanging out with." The pink hedgehog defended her blue hero, seeing Shadow's eyes narrow.
"Are you trying to say that it's my entire fault that the faker doesn't "like" me?" He asked, Amy's eyes widening.
"Of course not! It's not your fault! I just don't like seeing my friends wanting to rip each others eyeballs out every time they see each other." The rose female replied, sighing. "Let's not talk about this anymore, yeah?" Amy asked, watching Shadow nod his head.
"I wouldn't like to waste my time talking about the faker, but you're the one who started this all." He crossed his arms across his chest, causing Amy's mouth to fall open. She closed her mouth, standing up to her feet.
"Well, the tour is finished, and you like your room, so… Why don't we…" Amy trailed off, glancing at Shadow, watching him also rise up to his feet.
"Who said that I liked this room?" He questioned, causing Amy to roll her eyes.
"Yeah, well… You're staying here even if you don't want to. My room is even worse than this room." She stuck her tongue out at him, causing the ebony male to chuckle.
"Ok, whatever you say…" Shadow said, following Amy as she walked out of the room, a huge smile on her face. They walked down the stairs, and into the living room.
Amy walked to the sofa, before sitting down, Shadow mimicking her movements. "Oh, it's only five minutes past eight, you can watch the TV." She stood up again, the ebony hedgehog looking up at her in confusion.
"Where are you going?" He asked, making Amy turn around and smile at him.
"Don't worry, I'm only going to take a shower, you can go after me if you want to." She said, Shadow nodding his head in understanding.
"Oh, ok. I will have a bath after you." He said, reaching for the remote control.
Amy smiled, heading for the bathroom, before stopping. She turned around to face him, a cheeky grin on muzzle. "Do you know how to use a remote control?"
"Ha ha." Shadow said sarcastically, but smiled a little anyway. The ebony hedgehog made himself more comfortable on the couch, a sigh escaping from his lips.
"I'll be back," Amy walked away, not before giving him a final smile.
xXx
"Shadow?" The pink hedgehog asked, using the wall for support. The lights had all gone off, making everywhere very dark. Amy closed her eyes, before she opened them again. It didn't make any difference. Feeling her way towards the living room, she clutched her bathrobe tightly around her, a small shiver running down her spine. Her hair was all wet, water droplets dropping down on the floor, hardly making any sound. The rose female walked to where she thought the sofas were, her hands in front of her, trying to feel something. Stupid electricity! Knows the best time to stop working. Amy thought to herself sarcastically, rolling her eyes. "Shadow?" She called out again, hoping to get an answer from him.
"Yes?" His voice came out from somewhere, a sigh of relief escaping from the pink hedgehog.
"Thank goodness! For a second there, I actually thought that you had - Ahhhhh!" Amy yelled, running into something or someone. She felt arms wrap around her waist in an effort to stop her from falling on them, but not being able to succeed. The female felt herself falling on the other person, his arms still wrapped tightly around her waist. As they landed on the floor, Amy's eyes nearly bulged out of their sockets, as her lips made contact with another pair of warm lips...
So, what do you guys think of this chapter? I'm sorry if it was short, but... Once I start writing, I get bored very quickly. :P I picked a very easy joke this time, so... Here it is. =)
Why is six afraid of seven? I'm hoping that at least 10 people get it right, lol. :D Please don't forget to leave a review for me, thanx again to everyone who reviewed the last chapter. :)
-Amy