* 4 Weeks later*

*In sticks place Demmalena is on the sofa reading a book while sticks gone out to do her own thing she sigh then place her book down*

Darcy: fucking hell it's been 4 weeks and the portals still not finish*she sigh then stroke pochita head while he sleeps*if I get back my mates they won't stop hugging me especially Liz she will squeeze me to death and shake me hard ask where I've been or else she will fucking me a lot*she blushes*man she cute when she angry*suddenly she heard a knocked from the door Demmalena look at it Confuse*huh is stick inspecting a visitor or something*she places the book down then place pochita a side of the sofa gently then stood up and walk straight to the door when Demmalena open the door she gasp saw shadow the hedgehog The one who came to the village and attack Sonic and the others and also destroy her bookcase that she work hard on she glared then took out her axe* Shadow is it? What do you want here for round two

*He chuckled then moved her axe out of the way*

Shadow: No, I'm just here to see you

Darcy:*she looks at him confused*um why and how do you know I'm here

Shadow: I may have followed you and I want to give you this* he took out a red rose* this is for you

Darcy:*she blushes a bit then took the rose from him*oh um thank you is that all

Shadow:no You see there was this cherry blossom festival tonight and I was wondering if I could take you as my date

Darcy: me as your date. I don't know because I do not want Sonic and the other sees me with their enemy

Shadow: who cares what they think and plus I can kick their ass in a second

Darcy:*she chuckled* That's true You did nearly beat Sonic until egghead used the camera that he forgot to turn off the flash

Shadow: yeah he's an idiot and I see you kept the poetry I give you along with rose

Darcy:*she gasp* Wait that letter was left on the sofa It was you*he nodded his head means yes*wow didn't know you're such a romantic type Are you going soft on me Mr Ultimate life form

Shadow:*he chuckled* in your dreams so what do you say do you want to go with me

Darcy:* she think for a moment then sigh*, sure Shadow. I'll go with you but if we get caught I blame you

Shadow: Fair enough I'll pick you at 5:00. See you tonight

* He teleported away she smiled then closed the door behind her She smelled the rose then sat down on the sofa she saw pochita already awake then growl at her*

*and know why she walks up to the sofa then sits next to him*

Darcy:*she stroke his head* Don't worry about it my little marshmallow. I'll keep a close eye on him just in case he backstab me or something. If he does I'm going to kick his ass or you could bite his tail okay

*He barked at her and smiled
and she smiled back then kissed his forehead then sat down and continue her reading*

*Meanwhile in hell*

* It's been 10 months and 4 weeks since Demmalena disappeared their mates started to get really worried, especially since they are worried about Liz because she's been up all day and night to keep searching for her They know she missed her and they miss her too so They all decided to go over to Liz Palace when they got there they all walked straight to the door Ozzie look at them*

Ozzie: are you sure it is a good idea to see her

Blitzo:* he look at him*yes we just want to make sure she's okay and make sure she eats and drink

Stolas: agreed. She been acting crazy ever since princess disappeared and she's really really worried about her

Fizz: we all are then Adam and Emily told us Liz gone super crazy and they were really worried about her, especially for eagle. He's really really worried about his mom

Alastor:yes and Charlie told me the pops also gone crazy worried about pochita disappeared as well and Rosie gotten worried that Liz hasn't come visit to the overlord meeting or even see her we really need to help her

verosika: alastor is right. I hate seeing her like this. When I tried to visit her she opened the door and roar at me and then slammed it man. She hasn't gone that crazy since....hawk passed away so we need to find a way to talk and cheer her up agreed

*They all nodded their heads agreed with her then blitz knock the door*

Blitzo: Liz, it's us we just want to see if you're okay* there were no answer*Liz

* Suddenly the door went open Liz came out with tireless eyes holding a coffee mug while wearing a robe and some notes on her forehead she yawn then drink her coffee*

Liz: guys what are you doing here

Ozzie: babe we are here to check on you Are you doing okay

Liz:*she sigh*yes Ozzie I'm fine, I'm fine now please go away I'm busy

* She was about to close the door but Stolas kept the door open She sighed and walked down the hallway They couldn't just stand there doing nothing so they decided to join her while they're walking They saw the Mansion is a huge mess and notes are everywhere along with the giant map stolas look at her*

Stolas: Liz, you're not fine we're really worried about you

Blitz: yeah I mean no offense babe*he sniffed the air then almost puke* You smelled really bad Have You took a shower

Liz:oh No I've been really busy so I don't have time for it

Fizz:uh Liz, you got plenty of time for showering and where's your maid and your serving? Should they clean up your mess

Liz: I sent them home and I told them I can still pay them

verosika: Liz, are you out of your mind? You need them to clean up your place and help you do your work

Liz: I know but they are disturbing me for searching Princess they keep on complaining like your highness. You need a bath your highness. You need to eat your highness, your highness of everything. They were a pain so I need some time alone

Blitzo:babe being alone is not healthy Believe me I know and we miss princess we all do and that's not all. Adam, Emily and your son eagle are really really worried about you

Stolas: Yes they came over to us so we can help you

verosika: yeah Liz, when I tried to get to you you roared at me and slammed the door at my face

Liz:*she sigh* look I'm sorry I shouldn't have done that I was just in a bad mood You know how my nine tail beast is

Alastor: Yes Liz, we know but they were not the only one worried about you. Rosie is worried about you along with the overlord because you haven't been in the meeting for months. So please Liz we want to help you

Liz:*she glare at them while her eyes turn red* I said I don't need help* when they enter the living room they saw a huge map with red lines everywhere and the picture of Demmalena She placed the mug down and look at the map* okay if she's not there maybe she here yeah or maybe there no maybe she's there

* They looked at her really worried this time they had enough They walked up to her and placed their hand on her shoulder and turned her around to make her look at them*

Blitzo: Liz, I don't care what you said We really worried about you

Stolas:yes dear we all are you haven't been showering You haven't been eating and drinking Luckily you are nine-tailed and have energy that lasts you long

Fizz: agreed and your son is really worried about you Liz He doesn't want to lose another family

Ozzie: yeah He wants his mother back He felt sad and alone without you

Alastor: yeah and he's not the only one who was worried Rosie and the other overlord haven't seen you in a meeting for a while They need you back It's been troubling without you literally it has

verosika:* She placed her hand on her cheek*Liz My baby fox you really need help please I need you back We miss you I miss you if princess was here she would help you as well Do you want her to see you like this? Do you

* When she said that Liz looked down and felt tears coming down and then started crying*

*They gasp then pulled her into a hug. They don't care about the smell All they care about is her*

Liz: I'm so sorry guys that I got you worried. It's just I really really miss her so fucking much If I had gone after her then she wouldn't have disappeared It felt like it was my fault. I failed her just like I failed hawk and I failed my own son I'm a terrible mother I'm so so sorry

Blitzo: No Liz, it's okay. You were really worried about her. We all do and we miss her

Stolas:yes We do miss her a lot but I promise you Liz we will find her and bring her home

Fizz: yeah and I miss her too. I miss her smiled and I miss the way I hug her. I hug her like a marshmallow

Ozzie:yeah and she was always there for us when we need her

Alastor:agreed

verosika:yeah Tell you what Liz why don't you shower right now and then we clean up the mess and we go out to get some ice cream. How's that

Liz:*she smiled and wipe her tears*yeah that would be great and also you can let go of me now I see your face. You don't want to hold me much longer

Blitzo: oh thank God* They all let go of her* No offense Liz but you smell really really bad

Liz: oh come on guys. I don't smell that bad

* She smelled her own armpit then fell dizzy and faint*

* Luckily Ozzie was able to catch her in time then heard her final word she*

Liz: okay, you're right. I smelled really bad and it smelled worse than an armpit

* Then she passed out Ozzie chuckled*

Ozzie: knew she will say that anyway me blitz and verosika well wash her while stolas alastor and fizz well clean up her mess

Fizz:awwwww man*he sigh*fine

Alastor: I don't mind cleaning up her mess. It does need some new decoration

Stolas: agreed Let us know when you finish washing her and put her new clothes on that one she's wearing needs to go to the bin

Blitzo: agreed now let's get started

*Ozzie picked Liz up then they left to go Wash her in the bathroom while stolas alastor and fizz clean up the mansion*

*Meanwhile back on the Island*

*It 4:55pm and Shadow will be here for 5 minutes She already showered dried herself then walked out from the room wearing this*

* She smiled at herself in the mirror then put her hair up for the final touch when she finished doing her hair pochita came up next to her he nuzzled her leg She looked down and smiled and kneeled down*

Darcy:*she strock his head* it's okay boy. I will be back soon. Just be good. Don't cause any mess and there's some steaks that are already cooked and you got 50 of them just in case you get hungry and don't eat too much I don't want you to get a stomach ache okay*he barked at her she smiled then kissed his head suddenly she heard a knock from the door* that must be him. I'll see you later pochita I love you

* Demmalena stood back up and went straight to the door when she opened the door she saw Shadow wearing a tux*

Darcy:*she blushes* wow Shadow didn't know You get such fancy and white suits you

Shadow:*he chuckled while blushed* thanks princess, you look very beautiful and black suit you*he took out a rose then placed it in her hair* and the special red rose is perfect for a special lady

Darcy:*she blushes then chuckled* thank you, shadow

Shadow:* He took his hand out* shall we go my lady

Darcy:*she giggled then took his hand*we shall

* They began to walk to the festival together It took them a while until they got to the festival Everyone was here and some of them came with the date like Sonic with Amy knuckles with rouge tails with Zooey and sticks well she's being by herself anyway Demmalena and shadow both had a great time They talk and laugh and soon they fell thirsty*

Shadow:hey princess I'm going to get us a drink I'll be right back

*She nodded at him then he began to walk away She smiled, then blushed but the blush was gone when two guys went over The first one is a tall and skinny anthropomorphic nutria about half of Dr. Eggman's height. He has aqua fur with bangs mimicking a hairline, cowlicks on his head and neck, green eyes, and an almost completely white muzzle. He also possesses a wide black nose, three freckles/zits on each cheek, and two overly large buck teeth. For attire, he wears the standard Meh uniform, which is a lavender shirt with yellow leaf-markings and a name tag on it. He also wears white gloves, and a pair of red and cyan sneakers. He also has two braces on his buck teeth*

* Next to him is a tall and muscular anthropomorphic tiger. He has orange fur with white fur on his abdomen. He has brown stripes, including one over each eye which resembles eyebrows. He also has small, triangular brown ears with white inner ears, green eyes with slit-like pupils, white eyelids, a white muzzle with short cheek tuffs, a small black nose, noticeable fangs, and a thin tail with a white tuff. For attire, he wears a brown leather vest with torn-off sleeves, fingerless brown gloves with metal plates, spiked metal wrist armor on his right arm, white sportstape on his ankles, baggy ecru socks, and brown shoes with metal reinforcements. Sometimes, he also carries a brown, scabbard-like quiver with a cat-shaped golden buckle*

* She knows who they are Their names are Dave the intern and Tommy thunder She met Dave at meh Burger He's a reason that she's not going there anymore and she meet Tommy when her friends decided to get autographs from him when he tried to flirt with her and ask her to go out with them she refuse to because she's not into a stupid tough guy who's an actor she growl in anger*

Darcy: what do you both knuckleheads want?

Dave the intern: We thought a pretty girl like you shouldn't be alone

Tommy thunder:yeah We thought that we could give you some cute company and Tommy will always save a cute face like you

Darcy:*she glares at them* thanks but no thanks I'm already with someone so shove off

Tommy thunder:*he chuckled* You mean that prophetic excuse emo who look just like Sonic you don't need a guy like him. You need a guy who is tough and strong like me

Dave the intern:, or guy with a brain?

Darcy: Don't you dare talk to him like that? At least Shadow Don't stalk me and flirt with me and don't act like idiots like both of you so if you both excuse me, I'm going to join him

* She was about to walk away then suddenly Tommy grabbed her arms the same as Dave she growls in anger then her eyes turn red. Luckily her mate wasn't here to see this especially for Liz. She will murder them alive She was about to take out her axe then suddenly Tommy and Dave were both got punched in the face then fall on the ground and someone took her hand and pulled her close She looked to see who it is It was Shadow he growl angry at them*

Shadow: You worthless Pathetic excuse idiots leave right now and don't you ever come near her again if I ever catch you touch her again*his eyes glowing red* I will end your life Are we clear?*they nodded their heads mean yes then stood up and ran off Shadow calmed down and looked at her* Are you okay? Did they hurt you?

Darcy: No they haven't Shadow I was about to deal with them but you came along Thanks

Shadow:*he smiled at her* No problem

*then soon They heard slow dance music and they smiled at each other then hit on the dance floor then they began to dance together while they're dancing, they smiled at each other*

Darcy: I didn't know you're a good dancer Shadow

Shadow: well I learn a lot sometime

* They smiled at each other and blushed They kept on dancing and dancing until They noticed Sonic and the others kissing each other*