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Hypothermia (A Shadamy Fanfic)

Season 1 Chapter 1: Lover on the Bridge

Season 1 Chapter 1: Lover on the Bridge

May 15, 2025

The cool water caressed the supporting columns of the large brick bridge. It was made of beige bricks and had many arches. Some believed the bridge to represent the flow of life, although no one was sure just who built that old, worn bridge, so it was difficult to say just what the meaning behind it could have been.

Amy Rose leaned on the old bridge, her long pink quills shaking in the winter breeze. Her pink coat wasn’t doing enough to keep her warm. She groaned.

A familiar blue hedgehog stepped foot on the bridge. He had on a warm hat, unlike Amy, and wore a much cozier jacket. He had his gloved hands shoved in his pockets, although it was noticeable that he had something in one hand.

“Hi Ames!” Sonic called over to Amy.

She turned to face Sonic. “Aww, Sonic…” Her cheeks beamed red. “How’s your day going?”

Sonic had something small in his pocket. Amy was excited, because Sonic told her that he needed to give her something. Even though they were not officially dating, she hoped it would be an engagement ring.

The fairy lights twinkled around them in the city. The busy streets around them were decorated for the winter holidays. It made Sonic’s eyes twinkle.

“I have something to give you.” Sonic said coolly. This made Amy’s cheeks burn red.

Sonic pulled the ring box out of his coat pocket. Amy’s heart was about to beat out of her chest. The day she was waiting for! Yes! Sonic was going to propose to her! Or at least give her a ring to make their relationship official.

Sonic handed Amy the box gently, looking as confident as ever. She opened the little silver box with a red bow to reveal a shimmering silver ring with a large, beautiful amethyst gemstone set in the center. Her blush turned into a high squeal. How long she has waited for this day!

“Oh Chaos, Sonic!” She jumped up and gave Sonic a tight hug. “I can’t believe it!”

Sonic pried himself from her grasp instinctually. This dampered Amy’s excitement, but no bother! She must have been getting a little too clingy with Sonic. He wasn’t very fond of her hugs in the past, so she’d have to ease him into it.

“Remember that county fair I was invited to last week? Well, after my speech was over, I was walking through the vendors and noticed this very nice ring at one of the flea market stands. It was a really good price and looked like something you’d like, so I got it for you.”

Amy’s smile stiffened a little. “Was that… the only reason?”

“What do you mean?”

Her heart sank. Was Sonic really this oblivious? Sure, he wasn’t the brightest guy, but… not getting what giving a girl a ring meant?! It was clear now; Sonic had only given her a ring out of friendship. Or else… he was really bad at words? Hopefully he was flirting badly.

Amy’s eyes became wet. “It’s just that, you know, giving a girl a ring means you like her. Romantically.” At that word, Sonic’s usual confident smile dropped. “I mean, I’m still happy I have this beautiful ring, but… I can’t help but feel disappointed.”

Sonic touched Amy’s shoulder, hoping to comfort his friend. “I’m really sorry, Amy. I didn’t mean to lead you on like that. You’re a very good friend, Amy. I can rely on you for anything.”

“I know, I know, I like our friendship, but… I just kind of wanted to try something more.”

Amy was weeping now. Sonic wasn’t sure what to do. Man, what a lousy guy he was. Completely unable to help Amy feel better.

She closed the box and put it in her purse. “I’m… very sorry for crying. It’s my own problem. Just… don’t worry yourself about me.”

“Aww, Ames….” Sonic allowed his hand to drift off her shoulder. “I wasn’t thinking. I didn’t realize it could come across that way. I’m really sorry I hurt you.”

“It’s okay. I shouldn’t have just assumed like I did, especially after you told me that we were just friends a few months ago.”

She remembered that day. After being sick for multiple days, Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles came to check on her. She was so weak from her inability to keep food down that Sonic was sitting in bed next to her feeding her soup. It was a stereotypical thing to do when one’s sick, yes, but it really helped. Her body was so fatigued that she fell asleep on Sonic’s shoulder shortly after eating, and then woke up the next morning to find that he had been left there with her. At the time, she assumed it was because all her friends knew Sonic liked her and were trying to give him an outlet to tell her, although now she realized that they probably just didn’t want to wake up a sick woman.

Sonic did eventually wake up and left. Later that day, She confronted Sonic on the matter, who had told her that he was simply looking out for her as one of his most trusted friends. She had interpreted this statement as alluding to something more, although now she saw her folly.

“Hey, Ames, you want me to walk you home?” Sonic offered. “It’s getting cold, and–”

“No, you’ll just make my feelings worse.” Amy grumbled. She managed to smile. “This isn’t your fault. It’s more so mine. I just–”

“I get it, you have feelings you can’t help. It’s okay, I understand, I’ll try not to aggravate them.” Sonic held out his hand. “I can take the ring back, if you don’t want it. I can get you a gift card or something.”

“It truly is beautiful.” Amy smiled softly, although the color was completely absent from her cheeks. “I’m okay. It really is a wonderful, thoughtful gift. I’m not going to let my sadness taint it.”

Amy walked home. Alone.

Sonic understood her pain, for he had a crush of his own.

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Interesting and very good way of narrating the situations, I like it. :)

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After Sonic tells Amy he only likes her as a friend for one too many times, Amy returns home feeling dejected. That is, until another adventure begins with the man fainted at her doorstep...

Shadow must confront the darkest parts of himself, rejecting his naturally frigid heart, to learn how to love again.

A Shadamy fanfic with a bit of a love triangle :3

(WARNING: this story contains cursing as well as themes of trauma, anxiety, and violence. IF THIS IS NOT FOR YOU, DO NOT READ THIS STORY. Don't traumatize yourself.)

This is a reupload from Wattpad, so it might not be up-to-date. If you have Wattpad and want to see more, you're free to go there :)
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Season 1 Chapter 1: Lover on the Bridge

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