Yes, I've decided to polish this story up a bit so that I could be proud of it. Since it was my first story on here, I felt like I rushed through it and didn't add enough detail. It is, after all, my story of how Sonic fell for Amy I wanted it to be enjoyable and not as choppy. And maybe get more than 2 reviews, huh?

So for those of you who are coming back, thanks. I'm even going to add a really fluffy chapter at the end... (And yes, I AM working on the sequel to Heroes in Love, I promise!)

If you've never read this before, welcome! It's set in the Sonic X continuum, after episode 78. Please enjoy and let me know what you think of my revisions.

Chapter 1: The Deal

The huge battle against the Metarex had made them all step back and reflect on themselves. It had also made them grow up quick. Being in battle after battle and seeing two good friends die had really affected the team. Even Eggman himself hadn't tried anything recently. But still, things had pretty much gone back to normal now. Sonic was still running and looking for adventure. Knuckles was still guarding the Master Emerald. Tails was still continuously messing with some new machine. And, of course, Amy was still after Sonic. She had some hope now; the trip had brought the whole team closer and Sonic and Amy were no exceptions.

But still, Sonic was distant. As always. But Amy had a plan. She was going to... seek advice. It sounded lame, she knew, but she was getting desperate. And Amy knew that one of the only people who could help her was an older girl known for her ability to steal hearts (among other things). But to get Rouge to help her would require some persuasion.

Rouge the bat was flying around, feeling a little bored. Almost nothing excited had happened since they'd gotten back from fighting the Metarex. She'd gone to bother Knuckles a few times, which was always fun, but she was still feeling restless.

Suddenly, a the familiar gleam of a gem caught her well trained eye. Now that's what I'm talking about... It looked to be a group of amethysts.

"Ah," the bat said in anticipation as she swooped down.

But just as Rouge was about to grab them, a hand shot out and swiped them right from under her nose.

"What?" She exclaimed. No one stole gems from her!

"Oh wow, these are so pretty!" Amy said, cradling the gems in her hands.

Rouge glared at the pink hedgehog. Great, not that little brat, she thought. But then her eyes got wide when she realized of the gems was actually the purple Chaos Emerald!

"Oh, hi Rouge. Aren't these gems just gorgeous? I bet you'd really like to have them…" Amy said, smirking a little.

Does she not realize that's a Chaos Emerald? the bat wondered.

"What are you saying?" Rouge asked.

"How about we make a little deal?" Amy said. "If you agree to help me…I'll give you these amethysts."

Rouge considered. "Hmmm. Interesting. What do you have in mind?"

Amy's eyes glazed over. "You can help me win Sonic's heart."

Rouge slouched. Of course, what else does this girl ever want? She huffed. "I'm not a miracle worker."

Amy's eyes narrowed as she felt her temper flaring. How dare she! "Oh well," she said. "I guess you won't get these amethysts then…"

Rouge bit her lip as she stared at the Chaos Emerald that was practically glowing in Amy's hand. Maybe this could work to my advantage somehow.

"Alright, Amy" Rouge sighed, feeling like she'd just sold her soul.

"Great!" Amy grinned. "Now. We need a plan. Valentine's Day is coming up and I want a date with Sonic. Maybe you could kinda suggest to him-"

"No, that won't work," Rouge said, and sighed. I can't believe I'm getting involved in Sonic and Amy's relationship. "Tell me everything about you and him."

"I just don't get it," the pink hedgehog sighed. "I've been trying to win his heart ever since I met him but… well, I'm pretty sure that he likes me back... no scratch that, I'm positive he likes me back. It's just that he runs away a lot, too. He's just confusing. And unpredictable. I mean, one day he'll save me and act all sweet and then he just ignores me. I don't get it. I know that he likes me, though, it's just with Sonic actions speak louder than words. But then why hasn't he asked me out yet? Is he just shy, or does he just not want to make me mad? Oh, he's so impossible! But I can't help it, Rouge. He's just so... Sonic. I don't know. I love him, and love doesn't make sense. Please help me."

Rouge stopped listening to her babbling half way through. She knew exactly what Amy needed to do. In fact, it seemed like everyone knew. Except for Amy herself.

"Well, maybe you're being too pushy," Rouge suggested.

Amy blinked. "Huh?"

Rouge looked at the lovesick 13-year-old. "You gotta give Sonic some time to miss you, Amy. Let him chase after you for awhile."

Amy sighed. "You think that'd work?"

"Well, sure. If you're always in his face, he'll feel crushed. Don't stifle him; make him want to see you. In fact, why don't you stay away from him for awhile?"

"But… you want me to avoid him?" Amy asked, a little terrified at the prospect of not seeing Sonic for a few days. "I couldn't stand not seeing him for too long. And… what if he starts to wonder if I still care?"

"Then he'll be wondering. And thinking about you. Then he'll seek you out," Rouge offered her a small smile.

"Hmmm…"Amy thought. It sure would be nice to have Sonic chase after me for a while….But would it work? I might as well try, I've done everything else.

"I guess I could wait until Valentine's Day…" she said reluctantly.

"Just let him miss you for awhile, Amy," Rouge said.

Maybe if she doesn't see him, she won't figure she has a Chaos Emerald…