After Effect

(Amy's Pov)

Opening my eyes, I was coming out of my dreamless sleep. I didn't know how long I was out. I'm guessing for twelve hours or more. I felt movement behind me, it didn't take a good guess to know it was Shadow. I felt his arms tighten around my waist as he pulls me closer towards him. He's still asleep, I could feel his steady breathing on my shoulder. I didn't move...well more like couldn't. My body felt drained and seriously sore. Especially in between my legs. My mind recaps all of what happened from the past forty-eight hours. All the positions and the pure bliss that I felt. I never knew sex was amazing. It's heaven and hell, the feeling was nothing I could compare too and the aftermath made me sore. I'm so sore I can't even move my legs. They were numb from the shier pain and lack of energy. Knowing I'm not going to be able to stand all day, this will be difficult. I lay there and enjoy the warmth that Shadow was emitting. I never knew he was an affectionate and cuddly guy. Who knew?

I smile from how silly that came out. Shadow being a loner and tough guy can be soft and passionate in mating. If I had to guess, this was his first as well. I highly doubt Shadow would sleep with every female he lays eyes on. He has more morals than that. Hell I didn't sleep with every guy I saw, especially Sonic. Just thinking of how many times Shadow and I mated, how many positions did we get into? I knew I was flexible but that took it the extra mile. I remember Perci having a book collection in her house. I ask if I could read some of them, she let me. I scan through each book for a while. Recognizing some and others I've never read before. Then one stood out to me the most, it was a semi thin book with a solid black thick cover. It had no title. My curiosity got the better of me and open it. What I saw made my face redder than Knuckles fur. It was a book filled with sex positions, tips, and advice of both genders. I never knew Perci would keep such a book in her home. I wanted to throw it across the room but I couldn't look away. My curiosity was fascinated with this new information. I was filled with questions of each page I read. Pictures of a female and male mobian in the most odd positions that I didn't know existed. I asked Perci if I could take a few home, she didn't mind. That one was burred within a few that I took. I couldn't put it away. It was so perverted and yet so interesting to read. I defiantly need to return that book back. Then two weeks later my heat started. I didn't know much about sex since I couldn't understand most of the book. Now I do from what Perci told me, that perverted book, and what just happened with Shadow and I. I never knew suck a thing existed.

I don't want anyone to find out I have something like that in my possession. I swear I won't hear the end of it from everyone. If Sonic ever found that book, my life is over. Speaking of Sonic, how in chaos name will I tell him this?! I can't go up to him and say "Hey Sonic I wanted to let you know that I slept with your rival Shadow and we did it for days straight while you were away." I think he'll kill Shadow if news ever got out. I could just imagine the look on his face, not good.

While busy in thought, my quills were moving. Bringing me back into reality. Shadow was playing with my fur. More like nuzzling and cleaning it. Which I found rather bizarre. I didn't have the energy to move or push him away, so I deal with it. I thought he was asleep? As he lightly touches me, I liked it. He wasn't after another session since we did that all throughout yesterday. I think we're both done for a good long while. It was nice. I secretly hoped he doesn't stop.

He chuckles behind me. Amused in my reaction. I didn't realize I was purring while he caress my quills and body. It was a gentle touch. My face grew warm from embarrassment. He then place light kisses and nips on my shoulder and neck. It still blew my mind knowing that Shadow can show passion and affection towards me. Maybe I should stop assuming people before I get to know them. I notice that he didn't put his hover shoes or gloves back on. I look around the cave to see them near my folded clothes on the rock. They slipped my mind, well it doesn't help the fact that I was "distracted" for two whole days. I'm definitely going to need a shower once I return home. If I can even walk there?

Shadow then sweeps me off the grass. Carrying me in his arms bride style. Walking towards our clothes. He must of known I had no strength in my legs, that's nice of him. Placing me down gently and puts on his gloves and shoes. I grabbed my clothes on the rock and put them on one at a time. I could feel Shadow staring at me. My back was facing him. I know he's seen all of me but it's still embarrassing. Once I got everything back into place I tried to stand up. I was able to stand for a few seconds before going forward. My legs gave way, shaking from the lack of strength. My hips were still sore from the long sessions. Shadow catches me with ease and holds me bride style again. I stare at his face in embarrassment. I knew the blush on my face never left. His eyes stare back at me. Our eyes lock in silence, no words were shared for a good long while. I could read his crimson eyes, they show more emotion that I remembered. Softer than before too.

Using his teleportation, we arrived at my hut. Walking up to my front door with no sound. I took notice of my surroundings while in Shadow's arms. The moon was still out, stars shine in the black sky. All of the village was quiet and the lights are out. Assuming that everyone is asleep. If I had to guess, it would be two or three in the morning. The crickets still chirp along the woods edge. Shadow using one arm to hold me while the other opening my door. Walking in and used his foot to close the door shut. Gently placing me on my feet. As I try to gain more feeling in my legs, I could feel Shadow's hands on my hips. Helping me in case I fall again. My mind wonders in possible questions that I've never thought of before. Even though my heat is finally over, my body still reacts to Shadow's touch, my heart flutters faster than normal, and I feel safer in his presence. More so than Sonic's apparently. Now that puzzled me. I thought my body only yearned for Shadow's touch during my heat but that doesn't seem like the case.

I put my thoughts aside, I tried to take a few steps forward. It was more difficult than I thought. My legs would shake and wobble as a took each step. I glimpse behind me and saw Shadow smirking. Taking note of his "work" and what it did to me. I swear both of those hedgehogs have egos that's the size of this island. Ignoring it, I semi walk towards my bathroom. I seriously need a shower. I was able to make five steps before they give way yet again. Shadow caught me with little to no effort. He sighs and carrys me to my destination. Entering my semi large bathroom. Closing the door behind him. I was hoping to take my shower alone but that doesn't seem likely to happen. The expression on his face says it all. He knew that after falling three times, that I'm unable to stand alone. Knowing that I'll have assistance while I bathe. He's more stubborn than Sonic is at times. I didn't object it. I don't think I'm getting a choice here.

Removing my clothes and turned on the hot water. He did the same as well and pulls me into the shower stall with him. Closing the glass door behind him and helped me bathe. While he washed my fur, my mind fills with what Perci told me. "Once you have sex, that guy will be infatuated with you." I felt my face become warm from that thought. Now that both Shadow and I mated, I'm his permanent mate for life. Oh boy this will be an interesting relationship. If I could even call it that? Out of all the people that I know, Shadow is the only one that has me puzzled. I can read into him like a book but only stop at each chapter with millions of unanswered questions. He's one of those mobians that has more to tell than just mere looks. In his eyes I could see parts of his soul, those emotions that he never shows to anyone. During our sessions, I could read into those crimson pools. Giving off these emotions that lay dormant inside himself for years. I don't know whether to feel sorrow or happiness. As I drown within my mind, Shadow's hands would lightly cover my body in soap. Ignoring all the sensitive places. Showing respect for me and my body. I like that a lot. He kept his guard up in case my legs would give way again while lightly touching me. I never knew having another's touch could feel this good. It was like he was messaging my tense muscles. Being in Shadow's presence is something I'm gonna have to get used too.

(Shadow's Pov)

Amy started purring deep within her throat. He chuckles in amusement. Seeing and hearing his pink female enjoy his caress made him feel content. Shadow didn't know how to feel about this situation. Before this whole thing happened all he thought about was revenge, defeating his rival, and keeping Eggman thousands of feet away from his presence. That's was all he did to pass the time. At first he cared little to none about Faker's friends. Being alone was all he needed. Such thing as friendship and teamwork was pathetic. Always looking down upon Sonic. Shadow knew about them without any communication. The fox boy genius creating new inventions and updates that plane of his. The large echidna that's dumber than a child. The female badger spouting random nonsense that defy's logic. Lastly the female pink hedgehog, it's obvious of her crush on Faker. It's written all over her face.

This female has changed since his last appearance in the village. Those weeks ago when I attacked Faker after Eggman's failure. I swear that fool can't do anything right. Even with all of his little lackeys helping him, he still failed. I was about to finish Sonic but that fool had to interfere. I swear when I get my hands on him, he'll regret it. I did glimpse at his friends while fighting Faker but put no mind into them. Amy was fighting alongside the female badger against a few enemies. She looked no different from then till now, well that's what I assumed. When she did all of those moves dodging the vines I couldn't look away. It blew me away knowing a person could bend and flip that many times without injuring themselves. Even in the cave she caught all of my attention once more. Her flexibility captivated me. I wondered as she stretched and bend her limbs in the most odd of ways, if all females can do that? My eyes were mesmerized by her. Then she removed her clothing, I didn't knew she has matured over time. Disguising herself to make it seem like her body didn't age at all. I doubt that Faker and the rest know of her change. She's kept herself hidden rather well.

My mind was set only on fighting Faker and keeping that fool of my tail but that all changed when Amy showed up. At first I wanted to ignore her presence and resume my mission but my instincts didn't allow it. The sweet aroma she emitted gave me an adrenaline rush so powerful, that my body didn't listen to my logical thoughts. It felt like I was somebody else. Being controlled by a force that I couldn't break out of. Though it's nothing compared to the mind control device that Lyric put on me before. I was able to control myself but to a certain extent. My blood rushed through my veins, heart beat increase in pace, fur stood on ends, and feeling more wild. In an animal like state. All I could think about was claim her before Faker does, fight any rivals that try to interfere, and make her submit towards me. I'd never had thoughts like that before. After we mated for my guess it would be two days, I felt a feeling of protectiveness consume me. The feeling of attachment was a sign of weakness. Relying on others is a pathetic thing to have. But what I've went through the past three days, I've consider the thought of another in my presence all the time.

The sound of purring and moans grabbed me out of my thoughts. My hands lightly graze her soft fur. Once Amy went under the water, I stare at the mark on her neck. The bite holes that I made. I felt a pleasing feeling rush through myself. I've claimed her for my permanent mate. My instincts flare in confidence and sense of proudness. The suds fall from her quills then onto the tubs floor. Her fur clings onto her form as mine did the same. My upward quills sag along my back. My right hand then touches the mark. Making her flinch in my sudden movement. What interested me was the fact that she doesn't push me away or become defensive near me. She's allowing me to invade her space. More so than what Faker could ever accomplish. I felt a sense of content consume myself. This female will be the death of me one day. I couldn't deny that.

As we finish grooming ourselfs. I grabbed two towels on the shelf behind me. Handing her one as I dry myself off with the other. Grabbing my stuff out of the room as she did as well, still having difficulty walking straight I couldn't help but smirk. Seeing what I've done made me feel a sense of proudness. Knowing she'll be thinking about those two days for a long time. I knew we both enjoyed it, she couldn't stop moaning and begging. It was a sight that'll stay with me forever. I follow close behind her. Guiding me to her bedroom. Once inside I assumed it would be all covered in light shades of pink or blue and covered in girlish possessions but I was wrong. Her place is as plain as day. Basic furniture, some light designing here and there, and basic of coloring. Her bed was large enough to fit two and her room size was decent. I'm used to nature so a bedroom is unknown territory to me. I have a feeling I'm going to be staying here, with her permission of course. The nightly sky still sets outside. I'm assuming it was around four in the morning. Through her window I could gimps at the outskirts of the village. All dark and quiet like before, still asleep.

Placing her things on a desk and walk to her bed. I put my things down by the door. My body was doing things on it's own. I didn't argue with it. Since Amy does allow my presence near her and accepts my touch. Once our bodies were dry she pulls me on the bed with her. Making me lay flat on the furniture as she climbs on top of me. Burring her face into the white chest fur, then wraps her arms around my torso. Cuddling against me before she falls asleep. I allowed it. The warmth felt nice, I could get used to this. Though I was still taken back on how things have changed within three days. I was itching to fight faker and the next thing, now I'm attached to this female. My mind swims in many thoughts, questions that need answers. Though they can be answered another day. Now rest was required for the both of us. My body was still exhausted from before. I noticed that Amy was sound asleep. I didn't move and I don't want to wake her. Darkness soon consumed me minutes later. Placing my arms around her body before I passed out.

(Narration)

The hedgehog pair slept most of the day away. They were that exhausted. Shadow soon left the premises after he woke up, making it seem like he was never there. Amy went through her normal routine. Trying her best to keep her legs straight. It was a lot easier today because of that well needed rest. Eventually she ran into everyone. Knuckles and Tails chat with her and ask if she feeling alright? She replied with a nod and tells them that the crystals are back in place. It wasn't hard for her to accomplish. Though saying that was an understatement. Leaving that big detail out was for the best. Sticks was going on about random things. Screaming and shouting about government being overpowered or something of the sort. Amy didn't see Sonic till later that day. She personally thanked herself that her dress covers her neck and shoulder. The bite mark would be visible to the world and she doesn't want to explain it either. That's the last thing she needed. Wasn't the chase from two horny male hedgehogs for a day and the eventful two days enough torture for the pink hedgehog? She seriously needs a week or two vacation once this is over.

Sonic was worried about Amy. Well who could blame him. Seeing no trace of Amy for two whole days made him antsy as hell. While in a long conversation with the blue male, she notice that he wasn't as flirtatious as before. Seeing no blush on his face and his eyes are a normal green again. Perci was right, they'll forget the thing ever happened if they didn't mate with you. Since Sonic wasn't the one who she mated with, she highly doubt that he'll forget completely. She also notice of how tense he was. He asks her question after question. Which she answers completely, some with a little lie. It's official, she's going to keep Shadow a secret from everyone. She did though keep her promise to Tails, in which he personally thanked her for earlier.

Later on that night, after the sun was setting in the sky. Everyone was off to their homes. Ready to sleep the night away. Everyone went their separate ways to their own homes. Amy enters her hut and closes the door for the night. She felt a presence near her, knowing she wasn't alone. Relaxing herself in front of the other person. She knew Shadow would return but she didn't expect him to be here this fast. She thought he would be gone for days. It seems like he's visiting for the night. She couldn't fight him since they're now mates. Which she semi didn't have a say in it. Thanks to the stupid heat, she's now stuck like this. Though she isn't complaining. It surprised her that her first relationship is paired with the most oddest mobian out there. Even though Shadow is tough and intimidating on the outside, he's actually a big softy. Only showing this side of himself alone with the pink hedgehog. Amy found it to be quite interesting to see this side of him. Something that she's going to get used too rather quickly.

As the days pass, Shadow would frequently stay the night when she returned home. Knowing that she'll be alone from anyone. Where ever Amy would wonder within the house, Shadow wasn't far behind. Sometimes she would go out and have a midnight stroll. Which the ebony male would be next to her. At first he didn't speak much but she eventually managed to have a full conversation with him as time passed. It wasn't much at first but then progressing into conversations that last hours on end. What threw Amy off was the fact she doesn't view Sonic as a love interest anymore. Steering those feeling onto his ebony rival. Which apparently he was forming as well. They agreed to keep this relationship a secret for a while till the time was right to confess to everyone of the news. Amy enjoys the ebony's attention upon herself when they were together. Whether they be outside or indoors, he would always be near her. He felt content having his mate near him, mostly in his arms. When they sleep, she would always manage to be on him or tangled in his arms. Which the pair didn't mind. Sometimes he would even smile and Amy would find it cute. Happily admitting it while he would look away with a small blush. Not knowing on how to handle embarrassment. The two were inseparable as their relationship grew over the passing weeks. Eventually becoming more intimate.

Though one day Shadow notice Amy's collection of literature on a shelf within her home. While she was in the kitchen making food for the both of them, he decides to pass the time by reading. Looking through the mini collection she has. Nothing stood out to him till he found a small black book. Picking it out of the shelf, inspecting the thing. Surprised to the lack of a title on the hard cover. Curiosity got the better of him. Opening the book to read its contents. His eyes widen, not expecting this type of information. Shadow knew about the intimate parts of a relationship because of those two days, thanks to his instincts but he didn't know there was more to it. He was surprised that Rose would have such a book within her collection. He would flip through page after page. Reading every sentence and scan at the diagram with his eyes. He felt his body jolt of excitement as he reads each page. Getting new information into his head, well more on the dirtier side. He wondered if Amy read this whole book. Even think about trying these new positions. Shadow's mind fills with endless possibilities. Smirking with a small blush on his face. Making a mental note on some pages that they should experiment with. Shadow stalks Amy in the kitchen. The ebony male became frisky from the book and was itching to try it out. Wrapping his arms around her waist. Nipping at her exposed neck under her shoulder length quills. Startling the female hedgehog while making their dinner. She would try to push him off her but he only became more horny. Eventually Amy gave in and started to unwind. Shadow then whispers into her ear about suggestion from the book. Causing Amy to jump in shock. Red stains her cheeks from his words. She knew exactly what "book" he was referring to. She knew she'll regret of keeping that perverted book. The two hedgehogs preformed acts from a few of those pages though out the night. Maybe regret wasn't the word of choice she thought. Keeping a mental note to ask of Perci if she could keep that book for herself. New material is always a good thing to try out. Who knew that a female in heat could get you your first relationship. Even if it's with the person you least expect.

Side Note: I hope this satisfies all you readers out there. I know this was a short story but I planned it this way. I have new literature that I've been planning to post for a while now and some that need to be completed for months now. I tried my best with the sonic boom series but it didn't give me much to go on. Well besides the whole chaos crystals part. Everything else was made from my creativity. Thanks for reading my literature and hope to see your next review(s) in my other stories.