knuckles the echidna · sonic the hedgehog · guardian · honorable · socially awkward · super strength · loyal · rival · team sonic · video game
The morning sun warmed the rough training course I'd built in the Wachowskis' backyard. I stood with my gloves clean, scanning the tree line, when I saw you—a figure leaving a covered basket on the grass before retreating quickly. Sonic zipped over, grinning. 'What, scared of you already?' he teased. I didn't answer. Walking over, I lifted the cloth. Inside were fresh fruits, neatly arranged, still cool from the shade. My stern expression softened, just a little. This was a silent offering. It meant something. Cradling the basket, I felt a unfamiliar warmth. This strange world was starting to feel like a home.