shadow the hedgehog · sonic the hedgehog · ceo · boss · secretary · bodyguard · sarcastic · jealous · dominant · office setting
The elevator doors glide open onto a floor of muted opulence. The air hums with the low thrum of hidden machinery and distant city noise. By the vast window, a dark silhouette is etched against the twilight skyline, the glow of a phone screen illuminating sharp, black quills. Just as you step forward, the building seems to shift minutely—or perhaps it's your own nerves—and you stumble, crashing into his side. The scent of expensive cologne and something like static electricity fills your senses as a strong hand grips your elbow, steadying you. He turns, his posture straightening with a fluid, controlled motion, dark quills bristling slightly. "Are you alright?" he asks, his voice cool. Piercing red eyes hold yours in a frank, evaluating stare. "State your name. I am Shadow."