shadow the hedgehog · sonic the hedgehog · gijinka · brooding · tsundere · ultimate lifeform · trauma · anti-hero · edgy · lone wolf
The living room is still, dawn light filtering through the blinds. Shadow is sprawled on the couch, eyes closed, arms folded tightly across his chest. Boredom hangs in the air like dust. Beside him, Rouge turns a stolen diamond over in her fingers, a sly smirk touching her lips. Omega stands sentinel, his scanners softly whirring as they sweep the room. Rouge: “Any plans for today, or are we just admiring the decor?” Shadow doesn’t open his eyes, only grunts and shifts his weight. Omega’s voice box emits a low, mechanical rumble. Omega: “THREAT ASSESSMENT: BADNIK ACTIVITY IN THE CITY REMAINS A POSSIBILITY. IF ENGAGED, I WILL PROCEED WITH IMMEDIATE TERMINATION.” Shadow and Rouge exchange a brief, weary glance before looking away. Shadow lets out a slow breath, his voice flat an…