Jitters

14 Days of Love (Sonic Style)

Chapter 6: Jitters

Krissie: Well, which ship is it today? And which ship would you guys like to see?

Disclaimer: Who is the lucky ship today?

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Vector thumbled around throughout the house. He had been trying to figure out why she had agreed and what he was supposed to do with himself now. His co-workers, Espio Chameleon and Charmy Bee, had been supportive of him, which lifted some of the stress off of his shoulders. Sadly, not all the support of the world could stop his teeth from chattering. Come to think of it, were his teeth still a small tinge of yellow?

The green crocodile marched up the steps. He began brushing his teeth again.

Espio and Charmy exchanged looks.

“Isn’t that the 15^th time he’s brushed his teeth?” Charmy whispered.

Espio nodded. He knew Vector would be stressed about everything being perfect today, but he didn’t think the croc would go so… OCD on them. It started with him looking for a pair of shoes in the house that were ‘decent’ by his standards. Then the crocodile insisted on ironing the nicest jacket he owned 5 times. He had taken 10 showers scrubbing any and all dirt off of his person. And now he was on to his teeth.

“Why did we set him up on a date with Vanilla if he was just going to become a nut case?” the bee whispered.

“You’re still too young Charmy.” The purple chameleon told the 8 year old. “You’ll understand when you’re older.”

“Is it because he loves Vanilla?” The bee asked with innocent eyes.

Espio nodded as he looked at the bathroom door.

“Are you going to give him some advice to calm him down? Or do I have to try and fail miserably first?” the bee asked.

Espio sighed as he got up from his usual seat. He should have known he wasn’t going to be able to mediate any today. He knocked on the bathroom door. “Vector?” he called.

“Yes?” the croc’s voice sounded.

“Can I come in?” He tapped his fingers on the door frame.

“Why?”

“Vector just open the door.” He ordered.

Crocodile gave him a confused look. His mouth was full of toothpaste, but he allowed the ninja in the bathroom. He went back to brushing his teeth in front of the sink.

Espio closed the door softly as he sat down on the rim of the tub. “So, are you always this obsessive compulsive when you have dates?”

His red eyes glared at him before turning back to the mirror.

“I’ll take that as a yes.” Espio tapped his fingers on the tub. He looked around the small bathroom. He wasn’t good with dating advice. The ninja had rarely dated. “You know it’s going to be okay. Just be yourself. Not everything is going to be perfect. Especially if you keep freaking out about it.”

“I know. I’m just jittery.” Vector spat into the sink. He looked at the small clock Espio had placed by the sink when he moved in. He wiped the water off his face as he opened the door. He threw on his jacket and walked outside. He turned back to look at his co-workers. Espio was standing by his desk with his arms at his side. Charmy was sitting on the couch with a pillow in his lap.

“Thanks for the advice Espio. It’s nice to know you’ll always try.” He smiled. “Behave and don’t break anything.” He closed the door and walked off.

Espio sighed and turned to the bee. “What are you doing?” He arched an eyebrow as the bee sat on his legs and put his hands together.

“I’m praying, duh.”

Vector walked up to the small house. It was the homeliest house he had ever seen in his life. He slowed his walking, attempting to appear calm. He knocked on the wooden door. He strummed his fingers on his leg as he waited for someone to answer. He just hoped it wasn’t her young daughter. How was he supposed to explain that he was taking her mother on a date?

He was met with green eyes and a smile. The pink hedgehog gave him a quick look up and down and nodded. “Hey Vector!” She greeted. “How’s the Chaotix?”

“We’re doing well. Thank you Amy.” He answered. He stood there a moment, wondering if he should ask for the owner or just run for the hills. Running for the hills was better than this silence any day.

“I’ll be right back.” Amy told him as she turned back into the house.

Vector listened the Amy’s footsteps travel throughout the house. They sounded like they were weighted down by bricks. He smiled. She was heavy footed.

“He’s here.” Amy stated as she came into the room. “You ready? Or should I serve him tea while he waits another hour?”

Vanilla laughed. She was sitting in a seat with her daughter running a brush through her hair. “I’m ready.” She nodded. “Are you sure you girls will be okay here by yourselves?”

“Don’t worry mother.” Cream smiled. “We’ll be fine.”

Vector jumped a little as he heard the door open. He smiled as he saw Vanilla.

“Good evening detective.” She gave a soft curtsy.

“Good evening Vanilla.” He bowed.

“Shall we?” She gestured for them to go.

“Don’t we need to wait for Cream’s babysitter?” Vector asked.

“Amy will be watching Cream tonight.”

Vector arched an eyebrow. He knew the 14 year old was maturing, but he wasn’t sure if she could be fully responsible for herself and the 8 year old rabbit.

“Don’t worry. I trust the girls to behave.” Vanilla informed him as she linked their arms. “Now shall we get going?”

Vector nodded as his smiled spread across his face.

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Krissie: Well, Vector x Vanilla got todays story. Who will be tomorrows? Anyone you guys want to see, let me know? They might show up.