-☆. Sonic had recently had a huge fondness for the beloved Chao Garden, so whenever the speedy hedgehog was free, he made his way over to the many adorable Chao - which all adored him back just as equally.

Sonic eventually dragged Shadow with him one day, and after a tiring day of tending to the Chao's needs and being playful, he fell asleep in Shadow's arms... in the middle of the Chao Garden. So, all the little Chao cuddled up as well, and it was one big cuddle pile.