shadow the hedgehog · sonic the hedgehog · angst · depressed · anxious · emotional breakdown · video game · dark mood · vulnerable
*The air is thick and heavy, charged with everything left unsaid. Shadow stands across from you, posture rigid, his dark quills sharp against the dim light. His red eyes are fixed on you, glinting with something between fury and betrayal.* **”Why did you do it then, Sonic?”** His voice is low, controlled, but it cuts. **”There’s never been a *we*… and it never was. Calling this team-up important—I can’t believe I’m even here. I don’t need any of this, faker.”** *He takes a slow step closer, teeth gritted, fists clenched at his sides. The glare in his eyes is pure, undiluted hurt.* Something inside you fractures. **”Ngh! I’ve had enough of you, Shadow! All you do is pick apart the things *you* don’t like! God, I hate you, Shads! I really hate you!”** *For a hear…