Discovery

Introduction

The inspiration to write this story came from Daft Punk. Both from their album "Discovery", and the movie based on that album, "Interstella 5555: 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem". After hearing the album several times and seeing the movie, I figured I could write my own version of it. Make a story about Sonic the Hedgehog. Each song from the album will be one chapter, just like the movie. The lyrics displayed in this story match exactly the ones found on the CD case. This means that repetitions will be excluded. Also, the lyrics might be spoken by the characters, they might be thought by the characters, or they might just be floating around, if only to give the feeling of what's happening. Each chapter is based on the song, and it is not meant to be like the movie, in which every moment corresponds to the song. There'll be moments where the concept of the song is obviously present, but I also need to fill the holes between them. Also, it might happen that the chapters don't match the rhythm and pace of the songs. Well, there's nothing I can do about that, I'm afraid. I'd also suggest checking out the songs if you want have the complete experience. By the way, if you have any ideas on how to improve this story, let me know. I care a lot about this project; I want it to be as good as possible for my readers.

Disclaimer: People, I am going to say this only once. Sonic the Hedgehog and all the other characters belong to Sega. The songs belong only to Daft Punk. I own nothing, neither the characters nor the songs.

I would like to dedicate this story to silverdawn2010. She is an amazing writer; she has written many stories, and they're excellent. She has also reviewed by stories, and I'd like to thank her again for that. She is a great writer, a good reviewer, but above all a very good friend. She has helped out through some tough times; she gave me lots of encouragement. So thanks again, silverdawn2010. This story goes to you.

I've seen a lot of things in my life. I've had many adventures. I've been everywhere, I've run around the world, fought Eggman a thousand times, and been on many adventures. I've been a hero; I've protected everyone, and all along having the time of my life. I thought that I had everything, that I knew everything I could.

But I never thought I'd end up discovering you…

Writing this chapter was really hard, especially the middle part. But after hours of hard work and thinking, plus a rewrite of the middle part, I think I have a pretty good chapter. If you think something still needs a little twitching, let me know. But I think this chapter is pretty good, so enjoy it. Oh, and the design for Amy's dress was entirely silverdawn2010's idea. So if Amy looks very pretty in this chapter, it's because of her.

One More Time

The music. The funky lights. Everyone dancing to the rhythm of the beats. The raw energy of the music made the blood pump; the heart beat, and made everyone dance, the sheer energy of the music entering their bodies and then coming out in the form of moving limbs and dancing bodies. Nobody could resist, especially Sonic.

The hedgehog was dancing wildly, letting his fast limbs move in a million different ways. The music was so catchy, the lights so vivid, and he could feel the energy in the air. He was having the best time of his life. He just wanted to dance all night long, and forget about the world. And all his friends watched as they danced to the music as well.

All his friends were there, enjoying themselves. Tails was impressed by his moves, how agile he was. Knuckles was dancing a lot more lightly, but even he had to admit Sonic was gifted at dancing. Rouge was dancing as well, and if you looked closely, one would think he was trying to show Knuckles what her own body could do, but the echidna was clueless. Cream was enjoying the party, and although she didn't know that much about dancing, she had a smile on her face, watching all her friends enjoying the music.

But if anyone was enjoying herself more than Sonic, it was Amy. It was her birthday, after all. The girl had the idea of celebrating her thirteenth birthday more quietly at her house, but then she figured that if they all went dancing, then they would have a lot more fun. She spent weeks finding the perfect place for them to have for a couple of hours, finding and arranging the collection of music. She wanted to include something for everyone, and so far every song had been a good choice. And she spent days figuring out what to wear. The girl wanted to impress Sonic, after all. She had spent hours finding the perfect songs for him to dance, but she also wanted her own figure to catch his attention. She wanted him to have a great night and have him remember it as her birthday.

In the end, she settled for a clad in a brilliant emerald hued dress, it's shiny and soft fabric accentuating her light girlish figure and making her eyes stand out. Her collar was decorated with a soft-looking lace that curved up the sleeves, bordering her pink neck. The sleeves had little puffs, but were mostly covered by Amy's smooth pink quills resting delicately on top of them. The forest green skirt had four layers of ruffles that cascaded over her stomach and thighs, ending just above her knees. And every time she did a spin the skirt portion twirled around her, attracting attention. A hint of mascara darkened her curly eyelashes; the subtle eyeliner framed two brilliant green eyes, and a hint of unnatural blush on her already rosy cheeks, complementing her pink fur and peach muzzle.

Right now however, she was resting beside the snack table, weary from dancing to the last song. She was talking with Cream; all the rest were still on the dance floor.

"Amy, this party is great. Everyone is having so much fun," the rabbit said. Even though she didn't know how to dance, she felt the music in the air, almost telling her to start moving to the beats.

"Thanks, Cream," the pink hedgehog said, trying to catch her breath. She figured that if she wanted to last until the end of the party, she better stop for a while.

"Having a dance party was a great idea!" Cream said, grabbing a snack from the table. Surprisingly, most of the bowls with food were still half-full.

"I know. Everyone is having so much fun," she said, eyeing all her friends. Especially Sonic. He was dancing like there was no tomorrow, and the way the lights moved around, it seemed as though he was a multi-colored body beating to the music.

Just then, the watch on Cream's wrist began to beep. It marked that it was 8:55. Her mom had no problem with her going to a party to have fun with her friends, but told her she was going to pick her up at nine. She didn't want her to be out later than that.

"I'm sorry Amy, but I have to leave. Momma said I have to leave at nine," she said. She wanted to stay a little longer, but she knew that her mother didn't allow it.

"It's okay, Cream. I'm glad you had a good time," Amy replied. She then heard another song, and smiled. Not this song, but the next, would be the song that would be a hit. When she first listened to it, she literally couldn't stop dancing, even in the middle of the record store.

"Momma's already here?" Cream pointed out as she looked towards the door. "Well, I'd better go now. Bye Amy!" she said, slightly sad that she had to leave, but always polite.

"Bye Cream! Nice to know you had fun!" she screamed, as the volume of the music made it impossible to talk normally unless you were three feet away.

Cream then went to the door, where Vanilla was waiting. They exchanged a few words and then left, leaving the pink hedgehog by herself. That is, until Sonic came to grab some food. Amy saw a chance to talk to him, as most of the party he had been dancing, sometimes his feet flying in the air, making it impossible to exchange words.

"Having fun, Sonic?" she asked, half knowing the answer already, half asking just to hear him say it.

Sonic had already stuffed a mouthful of salty treats in his mouth, so he waited until he swallowed the snacks before answering. He gulped loudly and then turned his eyes at Amy. "You bet, Amy. I love this party. Did you choose the music?"

"Of course I did. I wanted to make sure you had fun," she replied with a smile, glad to know that he was having a great time. Yes, the party so far had been a success.

"Well, you did it. I haven't had this much fun dancing in a long time. Thanks Amy, this was a great idea," he said, already grabbing another mouthful of food. He didn't take a break, but he did need to regain his lost energy.

Amy was smiling. Right now she didn't care that Sonic wasn't her boyfriend. Both of them were having fun together. It was more than enough.

As soon as Sonic swallowed his mouthful, the music changed. The previously slow, soft beats were replaced by new beats. Full of life, full of energy. It was irresistible. The moment the music reached his ears, his feet already started tapping to the rhythm. Amy looked at Sonic; it was obvious he wanted to dance to this new, funky music.

"Sonic, wanna dance?" she asked, smiling. She had her energies back, she felt like moving her body and let the energy flow through her.

"You bet!" he replied, and ran straight to the center of the dance floor, his feet already matching the beats of the music. Amy went right beside him, her own moves attracting Sonic's eyes. And their friends were all dancing to the music. Everyone forgot about the world and just danced in this world of music and lights. Despite dancing all night long, they still let their limbs move around wildly.

One more time we're gonna celebrate
Oh yeah all right don't stop the dancing
One more time we're gonna celebrate
Oh yeah all right don't stop the dancing

Everyone was dancing, and Amy just let the music take over her mind and body. She let herself be free to the music and let it move her body. The music is in the air was so vivid, so alive, nobody could resist the beats. The girl just danced, let her limbs and her dress float around in a sea of lights, music and freedom.

One more time we're gonna celebrate
Oh yeah all right don't stop the dancing
One more time we're gonna celebrate
Oh yeah don't stop the dancing

Sonic was dancing wildly, the beats asking for him to dance faster and faster. He could move his body in a million different ways. He was having so much fun, letting the energy of the music beat through his body. He didn't have a worry in the world. Everyone just forgot about the world and just let the joy sink into them.

One more time you know I'm just feelin'
Celebration
Tonight
Celebrate
Don't wait too late
We don't stop, you can't stop
We're gonna celebrate

The music slowed, letting their bodies breathe in. Everyone just went with the rhythm of the music. Sonic and Amy stopped, letting their heart recover from the experience. Both of them looked at each other. They could both see the joy in their faces. Amy was having the time of her life, and so was Sonic. Amy just wanted to celebrate and be free. To be happy and enjoy her life. But most of all, she wanted him. She wanted Sonic more than anything else. She wanted to show him just how much joy beat in her heart when she saw him. She wanted a chance. Sonic kept looking at his friends, all with smiles on their faces, and then turned to look at Amy. He could see her smile.

One more time
One more time

Her smile, showing her joy, her happiness. But in her eyes, he could see her heart, showing what she wanted. She could see her, looking at him with love and hope. He didn't know what to think. Even though he'd been in this situation so many times, he never knew how to approach it. He never knew how to approach her love.

One more time a celebration
You know we're gonna do it right
Tonight, just feeling
Music's got me feeling the need
We're gonna celebrate
One more time
Celebrate and dance so free
Music's got me feeling so free
Celebrate and dance so free
One more time

The music was floating and filling the air, the beats travelling so alive in the air. Everyone just wanted to celebrate all night long. Amy kept looking at Sonic, with love beating in her heart. She wanted to tell him what she felt so much, she knew that she loved him so much. The music seemed to enhance her emotions even more. The beats made her heart beat with more passion. But she tried to leave that aside, and just enjoy this night. She and Sonic were having fun, having a great time. That was all that mattered tonight. She wanted to leave her worries abehind and not worry about anything. Sonic tried to froget about it as well, just feel the energy in the air, wanting to dance. Everyone tried to leave the worries and doubts behind, forget about the world and just celebrate so free.

Music's got me feeling so free
We're gonna celebrate
Celebrate and dance so free
One more time

Both hedgehogs forgot all about it, forgot about their doubts and worries. Right now was the time to dance and be free. They just wanted to enjoy the party to the fullest. She wanted to enjoy this moment, and not worry about what came after. Just to have a good time. Tomorrow would be a new day to try again. And even though she still longed for Sonic in her heart, for a while she just danced, swimming in a musical sea of happiness.

Then, the rhythm picked up again, and soon everyone began dancing wildly again. And for a few minutes, everyone just let the music control them. And though sweat and weariness was accumulating, the music kept asking for more and more, more dancing, more moves, more energy. For a few minutes, everyone became entranced by the catchy tunes and forgot about everything.

Eventually, the song finished, and the slower, more relaxing beats filled the air. But after such vigorous dancing, everyone sat down to rest and regain their energy. And even though their muscles hurt and protested everyone had a smile on his face. Even Knuckles looked like he had a great time, despite his initial protest to dance. Everyone was having a great time.

Amy, however, knew that the party would soon end. It was getting dark outside, it was late and everyone was tired of dancing. It was time for the party to finish. However, she wanted to do one last thing before leaving. Besides opening her presents.

The last song had finished, and now the party lights were out. After a few minutes of labored breaths, everyone told Amy what a blast the party had been.

"Great party, Amy," Sonic said, with a wide smile on his face.

"Yeah, I had a lot of fun," Tails added, smiling and trying to ignore his damp fur

"You really know how to throw a party, girl," Rouge mentioned

"Yeah…it was okay," Knuckles said, not daring to look her in the eye. Until he felt a sharp pain on the back of his head. "Hey, what's the big idea?" he turned around to see who it was, only to be greeted by Rouge's frown.

"Is that it? You ought to learn some manners! You know it was much better than that," Rouge added, angrily. Sometimes he could be so rude; she just wanted to kick some sense into his head. "I saw you dancing over there. Don't you tell me or her that you didn't enjoy it!"

Knuckles only grumbled for a second or two before letting out a puff of air. "Alright, I had fun. Thanks for inviting me."

"I'm glad you had fun," she said. Nothing was more rewarding than to see all her friends thanking her for the party. It made all the hard work and toil worth it.

"So, can we give you your presents now?" Sonic asked, getting ready to run over to the table where they were and grab his gift to her.

"Yes, of course!" the girl added giddily, but grabbed Sonic's arm before he could go. The blue hero turned towards her and looked at her eyes. He knew that look very well. A little too well. Oh man, he knew where she was going with this one.

"Did you get me something special, Sonic?" she asked with hope in her voice, though softly so that only he would hear. The other night she spent hours dreaming and imagining what Sonic would give her for today. She really had no idea what to expect, but in a corner of her mind, she was hoping, dreaming that he would finally take her out. A date, maybe just a night out when he had the time, or simply a personal gift that would somehow tell her that he cares a lot for her. She knew it wasn't likely, but after seeing him having so much fun, she kept thinking what it would happen.

Sonic gulped loudly. He wondered if they were looking, but his legs were not cooperating with him. He really didn't know what to say. He knew what she wanted, but he just couldn't bring himself to tell her what he thought.

"And, uh…by something special…what do you mean?" he let out a small nervous laugh at the end. He simply didn't know what to do with Amy when this came up. And he never knew how to tell her. He felt that familiar fear in his heart, so he was left without words.

Amy just blinked, until she figured that Sonic maybe just needed a little push. "I think you know what I'd like," she kept looking straight into his eyes, which didn't encourage him to go on; it made him even more nervous.

"Oh man…" he said, without meaning to, and turned away. His smile was gone and he knew that he had to tell her. Even if it hurt, she deserved to know the truth. "Amy…I'm not…ask you out…or anything," he just couldn't bring himself to look her in the eye. It would hurt too much to see her pain. He didn't like it either, but he just didn't want what she did. Dang, why was he always forced to break her heart?

Amy's heart sunk. Alas, it had all been a fantasy. The same dream shattered all over again. She let her head hung from her neck, her fingers released his arm. He probably wanted to run away, anyway. All that dancing, her dress, the music…it had been a great party, but it failed to conquer him.

"I'm sorry, Amy. I just…don't feel what you do," he said, trying his best to look at her. While it was a relief not to face her eyes, he felt that guilt weighing him down.

"It's okay, I get it. I understand," she tried to hold back the tears, but she couldn't do anything to stop the pain in her heart. Nothing ever worked, did it?

The rest were just standing awkwardly, holding their presents after witnessing the exchange. Knuckles and Rouge looked at each other, both wondering what to do, and Tails just stood there. He was thankful that at least he didn't have to pick a side on this. It was painful enough for everybody.

"But…I did get you something that I know you'll like," Sonic said, with a hint of excitement in his voice. Amy raised her head in curiosity, and saw a small smile in Sonic's lips. Did he have something special for her after all?

"You…really?" she said, happiness emerging again in her face. It was a relief to Sonic to see that that hurdle has been passed.

"Of course I did, Amy. You didn't think I'd get you something nice, did you?" he said with a wink. He knew that with those words he'd managed to cheer her up again. He ran to the table and grabbed his gift, then came back and showed her a golden wrapped box with a red bow over it.

"Oh Sonic, thank you!" she said, and wrapped the hedgehog again in one of her well-known hugs. This caused the box to drop to the floor and the remaining guests to let out small chuckles, glad to see that the problem had been sorted out.

"Amy…please, let go!" he said, and when the girl complied, he grabbed in a lungful of air.

"Sorry Sonic, but I get excited easily," she said, giggling. He always looked so cute.

"Yeah, I can see that," he said, and then grabbed his box from the floor, still intact, and then extended his arms, offering her his gift. "I might not be able to give you a date…" he added, and paused to ignore the guilt that resurfaced. "But I did get you a gift that you'll like."

"What is it?" her mind was running all over again with possibilities. Oh, it could be anything, anything at all…

"Oh, just, you know…something special," he added, and he could feel his cheeks blushing, and prayed silently that no one saw that. Even if he couldn't give her a gate, he knew that this would make her happy as well. "Here you go, Amy. Happy Birthday."

"Thanks, Sonic," she said, and reached for her gift.

She was about to have it in her hands, when suddenly, everything shook, and a loud rumbling was heard. Everyone lost their balance and fell to the ground, and the gifts feel to the ground. It seemed as though a small earthquake had happened. "What was that?" Asked Tails alarmed. He kept hearing noises outside, as well as many voices of panic.

Suddenly, metal claws broke through the walls and made huge holes everywhere. Everyone took cover from the moving metal arms. Amy looked around, and was glad to see that no one was hurt from the protruding metallic machines. However, one of the claws happened to land straight over Sonic's gift, instantly crushing it beyond recognition. It was a reflection of what her own heart felt like. His gift…his special gift, ruined.

"Sonic! I know you're out there somewhere, so if you have the guts to face me, get out here now!" a voice screamed. A very familiar voice.

"Eggman," Sonic simply stated. Why did he have to pick today of all days? It was Amy's party, he was dancing, he was having fun, and he was about to give her his gift…and now he had to face Eggman.

"Well, I don't know about you, but I'm going out there!" Knuckles stated, trying to show off how brave he was. He punched a hole in the wall and left to face the evil doctor.

"Hang on! You're going to get hurt if you don't have me there to protect you!" Rouge teased him before flying through the now destroyed ceiling.

"Man, why did he have to attack now?" Sonic asked. He really wanted to see her face when she saw his gift. Oh well. It didn't matter now. Eggman was attacking and he seemed serious about it. "Come on, Tails. Let's get rid of that fat doctor," he encouraged his little brother and both left the building, avoiding the claws that tried to grab them from all sides.

Amy just sat there for a minute, looking around. Just a few minutes ago, they were partying, dancing, and Sonic was going to give her a gift. And now…it was on the floor, ruined and probably reduced to worthless material. It was all ruined. Her night was over in an instant. She let out a small sob, trying to control her sadness.

Then, she felt all that sadness turn into anger. Eggman. That fat, stupid doctor had ruined her night. He attacked his friends, and now he had taken Sonic away from her. She felt her anger increasing, and with fiery eyes, let out her hammer, and started crushing the claws left and right, venting her anger at the metal and wires.

"Eggman, you are so paying for ruining my night!"