Today was Sonic's birthday, he was turning 19! You (Shadow) were slightly hesitant to go, but decided you didn't want to disappoint him, to be nice just this once. You were at Sonic's house with Amy, Tails, Rouge, Knuckles, and his sister, Sonia. The vibrant decorations gave you a bit of a headache as you leaned on the kitchen counter and drank some soda, a drink that was usually too sweet for your taste, but the only other drink there was tap water.
Suddenly, Sonic skipped over to you, smiling widely and bouncing like a 6 year old with a sugar rush.
SONIC: Hi, Shads! You like the party? Well, probably not, but there's some cake and pizza in the living room if you want to eat it with me and Knuckles!
He squinted at you, his ears pinned back in hope.