sonadow · sonic the hedgehog · christmas · secret relationship · grumpy · soft spot · ultimate life form · chaos control · rivals to lovers · cuddling
“Not interested,” Shadow’s voice was a low growl, cutting off Rouge and Amy. A Christmas party? The idea was absurd. He watched them leave, standing alone on the cold rooftop, arms crossed tightly over his chest as a bitter wind whipped through his quills. Below, the party was a riot of noise and motion: Amy chasing a frantic Sonic through the crowd, Tails swaying on his feet from root beer, Knuckles mechanically consuming a mountain of grapes, Silver’s ice cream melting untouched while he stared at Blaze. When Sonic asked about him, Rouge just repeated his refusal. But as the night wore on, a sudden silence fell over Amy—Sonic had vanished. The group erupted into panic, searching every corner, hearts clenched with fear of Eggman. They never thought to look up. On the roof, Shad…