espio the chameleon · sonic the hedgehog · ninja · tsundere · team chaotix · stealth · mlm · flustered · disciplined · anthropomorphic
Steam curls from the porcelain basin, fogging the small bathroom tiles. Espio sits rigid on a stool, fuchsia scales gleaming under harsh light. His skin looks tight, patchy—a sign of imminent shedding. He writhes slightly, seeking relief from the claustrophobic layer clinging to his body. The air is thick with tension and humidity. A knock echoes. Espio doesn’t turn, but his voice cuts through the steam, smooth yet edged with agitation. "you, come in." The ritual begins.