What's next for Sonic & Rainbow Dash?

Eggman had been captured and taken in by the local Authorities, The Acorn Family would have their justice against him for his crimes.

The mess caused by the destruction from Eggman & Mephiles was being cleaned up, however Fiona & Lightning Dust fled the area. They were the least of the Freedom Fighter's problems however, main point is that Mephiles is no more and Eggman's been taken down.

While Sally went to the Acorn Castle to help set up Eggman's trial, Sonic & Rainbow Dash returned to Knothole with their allies, explaining the good news to everyone.

"You did it Sonic!" Amy shouted as she hugged him, "I knew you could!"

Sonic felt a bit awkward and felt even more awkward when he saw Rainbow Dash chuckling a bit. Tails approached Amy, "Easy there, he just had a big battle, maybe just let him rest a moment?"

Amy nodded, "Right, see you later my hero", she kissed Sonic on the cheek and left, with Rainbow chuckling, "Wow Sonic, lots of fans"

Sonic looked annoyed, "Rainbow, considering that you kissed me yourself I don't see why your-"

"So you two DID kiss", Tails said with a sinister grin, "I knew you'd both hook up"

Sonic glared at Tails and then picked him up and tossed him into a garbage can filled up with repulsive garbage. This made Rainbow chuckle a bit more, Sonic then approached her, "Mind coming with me a moment?"

Rainbow nodded and followed Sonic. Both went near the lake and sat against a log. This was one of Sonic's favorite spots to chill out at, mainly since at one point rings used to form here that would give him an extra boost.

"So, what did you need Sonic?" Rainbow asked.

Sonic turned to her like a 'seriously' face, "Rainbow, you kissed me and act like nothing happened"

"I realize I kissed you, what's your point?"

"Why though? Was it heat of the moment or did you always have a thing for me?"

Rainbow scratched her head, "I can tell you it wasn't heat of the moment, I do like you, felt this way for a while, mainly after the stuff with Shadow, but I always thought you were a cool guy, I never had the guts to say anything because I enjoyed our friendship, but I knew at that point we could probably not come back, so I took a chance"

Sonic nodded, "Right, that was quite a chance, but since we made it...now what? Do we act like it never happened or...?"

Rainbow rubbed her head, "The thing is...I'm kinda nervous about having you for a boyfriend, I mean we're such great friends, I don't wanna ruin anything by being your marefrield, like if it doesn't work out, then what?"

Sonic understood the scenario here, he doesn't blame her, "I get it, so you're a little hesitant, but at least I know it's possible, truth be told I've always found you pretty attractive, so I felt kinda relieved when you kissed me so I know it's not some pipedream, but I also get your concern and I get if you don't wanna start a relationship right now"

Rainbow felt some hope, "So, you're not mad?"

Sonic shook his head, "No, but if you ever do want a relationship, just let me know, I'm more than willing to give you a fair shot"

Rainbow nodded, "Right, thanks for that, I'll tell you when I'm ready, but I should warn you, I'm not good with the mushy stuff so it might be a little hard for me"

Sonic chuckled, "I don't like that stuff either, listen, don't make a grand scheme out of it, just be honest, remember we're friends, just treat it like a friendship thing, you don't have to act differently".

Rainbow Dash smiled, "I'd like that…you're a cool guy Sonic, glad to have you as my friend", she then spoke low, "One day a little more than that".

Sonic heard part of what she said but knew not to press it, he won't rush her into anything. He then stood up, "How about a little speed exercises?"

Rainbow grinned, "I like how you think Sonic".

The two sped off to have a small race around Knothole.

Meanwhile Lightning is attempting to contact King Sombra, "Hey, King Sombra, it's me, Lightning Dust, you there!?"

Fiona looked around, "I don't think he's gonna hear you Lightning, I mean would he really come just because you randomly said-", some dark energy started to gather, shutting Fioan up, "Nevermind".

Sombra's voice was heard, "What is it Lightning, this better be good news".

Lightning gulped, "And if it's not?" she nervously chuckled. Sombra sounded displeased, "What happened!?"

"Um…Mephiles screwed things up big time and…things sorta went to hell", Lightning Dust said. Sombra growled, "So Rainbow Dash still lives? What of Mephiles and Eggman!?"

"Mephiles is history, gone, vanished, and Eggman's been arrested so…yeah", Lightning said.

"Hey in Lightning's defense, things would have gone well if Mephiles didn't screw up like he did", Fiona argued.

Sombra growled a bit, "My patience runs low, I want Rainbow Dash vanquished!"

"Gonna be hard, she's got her friend Sonic the Hedgehog helping her", Lightning said.

"Then vanquish him too! Vanquish all in your way, until Rainbow Dash is vanquished, you will not be returning back to Equestria!"

Lightning groaned, "You can't be serious!"

"My word is final".

Lightnign groaned, "Fine, but once she's out of the way I hope you give me what I wanted".

"If you want your status as Captain of my personal Wonderbolts army, then do as I command!" Sombra's presence left, Lightning groaned, "It's very frustrating working with him sometimes".

"Sounds like it", Fiona added. Lightning tapped her head, "Now what? Who else hates Sonic?"

"Instead of finding someone new, we could…wait I don't want to work with Eggman anymore, he's a jackass", Fiona said.

"Right, let's think of someone else, like maybe get your team out of jail and…uh someone's coming", Lightning pointed to an oncoming green hedgehog with sunglasses & a leather jacket.

"Oh great, him", Fiona said. The hedgehog grinned, "Sup Fi, miss me?"

Lightning looked to Fiona, "Who's that?"

Fiona glared, "My ex-boyfriend, Scourge".

Lightning looked to him, "He looks like Sonic, except green".

"He's Sonic's evil double, not sure if I told you that story of the anti-Mobians though".

Scourge grinned evilly, "Looks like you've had troubles with Sonic lately, perhaps I can help".

"Why do you want to help us?" Fiona asked.

"Hey I could use a team, especially one of very attractive ladies like yourselves", he raised his eyebrows.

Lightning looked disgusted, "In your dreams". Fiona nodded, "Seriously, you wanna help, fine, but don't try anything stupid".

Scourge shruhhed, "Whatever you say, now let's make some plans".

Back in Knothole, Sonic, Sally, Tails & Rainbow are sitting by, waiting for Silver & Blaze to finish up his search for Equestria, they was close to finding something.

"I can sense some strange magic, I feel it getting closer", Blaze explained. Silver nodded, "If things go well, Rainbow Dash should be home in no time".

Rainbow turned to Sonic, "I'm really gonna miss you when I get back home, though first thing's first, I gotta help bring down King Sombra, he's caused a lot of distress for my home world, soon it's payback time", Rainbow said.

"You won't be doing it alone, I'm gonna be by your side, we'll both defeat King Sombra together", Sonic said.

Rainbow shook her head, "I can't ask you to do that Sonic, it's too dangerous".

"Hey you helped us stop the villains here, the least we could do is return the favor, besides I'm pretty eager to see your world and face this guy, should be awesome".

Rainbow smiled at Sonic's attitude, he knows what Loyalty is all about, something she could respect, "I guess having you around would be beneficial, besides the ponies of Equestria deserve to see your awesome attitude".

Sonic grinned and did a thumbs up. The two then did their fist-hoof bump while Silver & Blaze continued to search.

"I almost have it", Blaze said, she used her Sol Magic to bring up a portal, though before it could fully open, some dark magic knocked Blaze back and the Portal closed up again as an evil laugh was heard.

"You won't be returning Rainbow Dash, Equestria is mine for the taking, and I won't let you stand in my way, I will vanquish you one way other another".

Rainbow growled, "King Sombra..."

Sonic looked around as the voice spoke, "Hey pal, if you think you're gonna get away with this, you have another thing coming", he warned.

"Puny hedgehog, I am no Mephiles, my power is beyond yours, but since you choose to get in my way, I shall see to it that you too fall", Sombra warned.

Sonic grinned, "We'll see about that, one way or another we'll get Rainbow Dash home, and I'm gonna join her, and together we're gonna end your evil reign".

Sombra's voice started to fade, "Such hallucinations..."

Sombra was gone, Rainbow slammed her hoof down, "Damn Sombra...how will I get home? My friends must be so worried".

sonic patted her back, "Don't worry, we'll figure something out, besides you're more than welcome to stay here".

Sally nodded, "We're here for you Rainbow Dash". Tails approached her with a friendly smile, "We'll get you home in no time".

Rainbow nodded, she was pretty bummed she couldn't go home, but at least she's gonna be with some friends along the way, "Sounds good to me".

Sonic gestured to Rainbow, "Come on, I'll take you somewhere to relax, get your mind off of things".

The two sped away together, while Rainbow didn't know how long it would be before she got home, one thing was for sure, she could always count on Sonic, and he could always count on her. Soon the day will come when they speed into Equestria, and take the land back by force.

Rainbow and Sonic have always fought for their friends and their worlds, and that won't change anytime soon.