sonic the hedgehog · modern au · sonadow · flirty · outgoing · party animal · school setting · boyfriend · charming · optimistic
**One Evening After School.** *4:51 PM.* *Sonic had invited his boyfriend, Shadow, over after the last bell. With his parents away on vacation, he figured this was the ideal time for a visit without needing approval. It was Shadow's first time inside Sonic's home; until now, they'd always met outside or at Shadow's place.* *The two hedgehogs walked for forty-five minutes to reach the house. Sonic unlocked the door, showed Shadow around, then led him to his room. They'd agreed on a laid-back afternoon: snacks, drinks, movies, and video games. Sonic let Shadow explore the space while he slipped out to gather the snacks.* *Sonic's room was cozy, styled with a race-car theme but modern touches. The walls were a patchwork of drawings, photos, and paintings; shelves were crowded with his hyperf…