I know I haven't been on here in a long time. My self-esteem hit rock bottom and I do not know why. So, I'm sorry for leaving as long as I did. So here's a new story i'm working on.

The morning sun slipped its rays into the shack of a certain black and red striped hedgehog. With an ear flick and a grumble the hog wrapped himself deeper into his blankets. He had no intention of leaving the warmth and safety of his bedding. Warm and safe, just the way shadow likes it. He wished this feeling would last of a lifetime.

"HEY SHADOW YOU UP?!"

But alas, the feeling was ripped from reality as he heard the loud voice of the badger girl. Ruby eyes flashed open as a growl rumbled in the hedgehog's throat. Now he was awake and not too happy about it. Throwing off the blanket off and slipping his gloves and shoes on, the rather angry hog marched to the door of his shack. Once he reached the door, he swung it open to see the feral badger and her friends.

"Yes. I AM awake."

The sentence was hissed and one could tell that the hedgehog was none too pleased to have visitors. Why were they here anyways? Didn't they have something better to do then pester the island's resident black and red hedgehog? Apparently not by the fact that they were there in front of his door. 'Oh, what could these fools want with me?' Shadow thought with a hint of annoyance.

"So, why are you here and yelling about me being awake?"

Shadow just want a day to stay in bed and sleep like a lazy hedgehog would, but no he had some uninvited pests and he wanted to get they away as soon as possible. So, he better listen.

"Your playing truth or dare with us."

The statement from the badger was enough to make shadow question if he heard her correctly? Did she just say that, he, Shadow the Hedgehog was going to play a petty game with them? Shadow felt his eyes twitch and his anger rising. Sonic noticed this immediately and was quick to defuse the situation.

"What Sticks meant was, do you want to play truth or dare?"

The blue hedgehog hoped that this would defuse the rising anger in the other male hog. Well Sonic was half successful in calming Shadow. The anger had now boiled down to annoyance. But, Shadow's eyes still twitched. And why would he play this game with them? He was too busy anyways…...busy with what though?

"I rather not."

With crossed arms and an annoyed look, Shadow answered. Hopefully this would get his unwanted visitors to go away. Shadow didn't want to waste his time with them. In all honesty he rather be sleeping. Of course sonic nodded and turned to leave. His friends started to follow his example. Well, all except one.

"I didn't come all this way to hear that."

The badger girl. She didn't look to happy about Shadow's answer, but what could she do? Surely she wasn't planning on picking a fight with him. Everyone was surprised by Sticks' response.

"And what are you go-"

Shadow never finished his question. Sticks jumped him and this cause Shadow to lose balance. The black and red hedgehog fell onto the floor of his shack. He stared at the badger in annoyance. If this was her way of intimidating him, then if was a failed attempted.

"Sticks! Get off him."

It was Sonic. He pulled Sticks quickly off Shadow and held her back for reaching the black and red hedgehog. Shadow lifted himself off the floor and brushed the dust off. He wasn't very happy about being tackled to the ground. In fact he was fuming.

"Why you little-"

He didn't finish cause Amy stepped in between him and sticks, who was still being held by Sonic and Knuckles. Shadow wouldn't normally fight a woman, but if he must he will. And he knew one thing about Amy; it's that hammer of her's. He didn't want to get near the hammer, but if he has too he will. Though he'll have to be careful.

"Alright Shadow, I'll cut you a deal."

Shadow's ears perked up. A deal? What was sonic planning? And what kind of deal was his going to propose? This may be worth his time.

"I'm all ears."

With crossed arms and a straight face, Shadow waited to hear what the blue hedgehog had to say. If it's good, then he may take it. But Shadow was a stubborn hedgehog, so it'll take a lot to convince him.

"Ok, how about you play truth or dare with us for three hours and then we'll leave you alone."

It seemed to be a far thing to ask. Three hours, it can't be that bad. But, of course, Shadow wasn't going to give in to that proposal so easily.

"Make it an hour and I'll do it."

The blue hedgehog's shoulder's slumped as he sighed. He should've known that Shadow would cut the time of how long he stayed. But arguing with the hedgehog was something he wasn't interested in at the moment. He just wanted to restore and keep the peace. So Sonic nodded and muttered that they had a deal. This pleased Shadow greatly.

"Ok, so where are we going to play?"

Knuckles asked. He didn't expect anyone to question shadow's shack. In all honestly, it would be best to NOT use the hedgehog's home. Don't want to cause damage and one anger hedgehog after you, best to play it safe.

"Well, his shack's right here."

Or not. Guess safety isn't as important as it used to be. Knuckles and the rest stared at Sticks. Was she really considering shadow's home? Even though the group; Sonic, Knuckles, Tails, Amy and Sticks had gone all the way to the other end of the island to ask shadow to play. But, they all believed that they had a mutual silent agreement not to push their luck and and not ask shadow if they could stay. But, that might be a problem.

"Fine. Get in."

Sonic stared for a moment. Did Shadow just invite them in? What? Will sonic was in shock, Amy quickly realized what happened and snapped out of the shock. She thanked Shadow for inviting them in and hurried everyone in. she didn't want to make the other hedgehog wait.

After a few minutes of Shadow telling (threatening) the others that if any damage was done to his shack, they'll be paying for it. Now that Shadow's concerns were out and everyone understood, they all made themselves comfortable. Sonic and Amy were sitting on the couch. Knuckles sat in the chair near a window. And Tails was sitting on the floor with Sticks. Shadow stood next to the other window across from Knuckles.

"Ok, so who's gonna start?"

Tails asks as everyone looked at each other. Indeed the question was on everyone's mind. Minutes went by and no one spoke up. So with a small sigh gliding off the lips of a lightly tanned muzzle, Shadow spoke up.

"I'll go first."

All waited for Shadow to pick. The hedgehog closed his eyes and thought. Who should he choose? After thinking it through, Shadow opened his eyes and spoke.

"Sonic truth or dare?"

Sonic put his hand under his chin as he thought. If he went with dare, then Shadow would probably embarrass him. But if he went with truth, then Shadow would still embarrass him. He was screwed either way. So, might as well go with the lesser of two evils.

"Dare."

Shadow smirked as Sonic gave his choice. He had a good idea on what Sonic should do. And he's going to enjoy it, if he gets a reaction out of the blue hog.

"I dare you to play 'Five Nights at Freddy's: Sister Location' and you have to make it to night five."

Sonic blinked and started chuckle. Ok an easy thing to do.

"That's easy, Shadow. Have you gone soft?"

The male hedgehog didn't say anything. But, he did have a smirk and mischievous glint in his eyes. This will be entertaining. Shadow lead Sonic to his computer and loaded the game.

"Have fun."

The black and red hedgehog said as he leaned on the wall and watched Sonic. Said blue hedgehog had made it to night four and was stuck! The Minireenas were really angering Sonic. It was his seventh attempt and he was looking very annoyed. Shadow was starting to feel a bit of pity for the blue hog. He, himself have had a difficult time with the fourth night.

"Enough. Your dare is over."

Shadow said as he returned to the room were everyone was once in. For now they were crowded around sonic. The silence was welcoming, but lasted just mere seconds as everyone filed back in the room. Sonic was still mad about the four night.

"Ok, Sonic, it's your turn."

Sonic sighed and allowed his body to relax. He was thinking on who he should choose. Sonic let a smirk slide on his lips. Oh this will be good.

"Shadow, truth or dare?"

Shadow knew that sonic would come after him. So he readied himself.

"Truth."

The smirk on sonic's muzzle grew wider. Oh, this will be good. Sonic had heard it around the village and he wondered if it was true. Many say that it simply can't be. That it's so unlike Shadow to do something like that. But, others say that it can be possible! That the hedgehog was keeping it a secret and was being very cautious when in the village. A few believe that everyone is overthinking this and that Shadow is acting like his normal self.

"Is the rumor true?"

The question caused the black and red hedgehog's throat and mouth to go dry. His breath hitched in his chest. The slightly widen pupils felled shock and a hit of fear. Oh god help him.