Strawberry Kiss

Chapter 1: "Same Old Shadow"

Amy POV

The park was normally packed. People every where you looked. Today, it seemed very calm. Pushing back my quills, I pull out my phone checking the time to insure that I wasn't running late, but also not too early to make me look eager. With such excitement building up, I just couldn't help but squeal. Throwing my hands up and down, I nearly threw my phone.

"EEEEEHH! I'm so excited to see everyone! I hope Sonic is on time. Speaking of, where are they?"

I squinted, I finally trying to figure out where my friends were. A few feet in front of me, I finally spotted them. I see Rouge teasing Knuckles by the collar of his shirt. He's red, almost looks angry, if it wasn't for the fact I knew he enjoyed her teasing. Next to Rouge was Shadow, it took me a back a bit but I bet Rouge dragged him here. He never seems to enjoy such crowded places. I blamed his sensitive hearing. Then there was Cream, Cheese, and Tails. They were conversing amongst themselves. It seemed as though they were here for each other and not really there to hang with the group. I smiled, bring the hand I used to survey the area to my chest. It had been too long since I seen them, 5 years almost. Rouge was the first to spot me.

"Amy! You're here!"

I giggled as the eager bat flew to me, arms wide opened.

"Hello Rouge, it's so good to see you," I pulled her into a hug. She squeezed me, making me grin madly. It felt great to get a hug from her. I had kept in contact with her the most threw the years. We grew to realize we enjoyed the others company and friendship.

Feeling eyes on me, I open my eyes ever so slightly to spot she had been followed over here by Shadow himself. He kept his arms crossed with his "unpleased" look on his face. He's eyes making contact with mine sent chills down my spine. He gaving me a head nod of recognition. I smiled warmly to him. I had noticed when me and Rouge meet up on occasions, then he was there, watch us. He turns he head the opposite way of us and seems to stiffen. Still, no smile back. Same old Shadow, wish he'd relax.

"Look at you! You look so cute!" Rouge pulls away giving a once over. I chuckle. If Shadow hadn't been standing there I'd have done a cute little spin for her but it was embarrassing to act like a show off with my outfit in front of him. Always made me feel uneasy.

"Why, thank you! Not looking too bad yourself," I eye her up and down. Her outfit made me feel childish for what I was wearing.

Her shirt was a gold crop top with fluffed, short sleeves that had ripples on the bottom of her sleeves and shirt. Her leggings were a dark grey with white specs thrown acrossed it. Her black flats looked so uncomfortable, making my ankles hurt but it didn't seem to be bothering her.

My light green crop top was slightly loose compared to her form fitting gold one. It dove down just enough to tease my cleavage. I may not be as large as Rouge but I'm still proud of my chest. My pink skirt hugged tight to my hips having a v-shaped waistband, allowed me better movement. My skirt ruffled at the bottom with 2 different layers. It was indeed, cute. My Doc Martin boots being black, making my bright outfit stand out while they were comfortable and didn't hold me back. I felt good. However, I didn't feel sexy now seeing Rouge. Maybe I should go shopping with her and have her pick me out a casually, sexy outfit.

I smiled at her then looked back at the group. After I went over all the faces again, my smile slowly faded as I made eye contact again with her.

"Where's Sonic?"

"He's going to be late," her pitty smile said it all.

I shook my head. It's my birthday and he's still decides to be late. Not to mention its my first day back. I smile at her nervously.