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Sonic and Tangle were hanging out in Tails' workshop.
Tails had been showing them a new invention he was working on when he casually remarked, “You two have done so much together. It’s like you’re already married.”
Sonic and Tangle exchanged a glance, their eyes widening as the idea sank in. Tangle’s lips curled into a thoughtful smile. “You know, Tails, you might be onto something there,” Tangle said, lightly blushing.
Sonic nodded, his usual playful grin growing. “Yeah, we’ve been through a lot together. Why not?”
As they continued discussing the idea, Tangle leaned over and gave Sonic a quick kiss on the cheek. Sonic’s heart skipped a beat as he blushed, and he chuckled softly. “Well, if we’re doing this, let’s do it right!” Sonic said, taking Tangle’s hand.
“Lead the way, my fiancé!” Tangle said, giggling.
They decided to head over to the Restoration HQ to share their news with everyone.
The moment they walked in, Lanolin smirked and said, “We know.”
“Congratulations!” Jewel exclaimed, hugging her best friend, Tangle.
Amy’s eyes sparkled with excitement.
“Oh, this is so wonderful! When’s the ceremony?” she asked, giving Sonic a hug.
Sonic and Tangle exchanged another glance, contemplating the idea of a grand ceremony.
“We’re thinking of a casual celebration,” Sonic said. “Nothing too fancy.”
Amy nodded. “A casual celebration sounds perfect!"
"I can’t wait to help with the preparations,” Jewel added enthusiastically.
As the excitement of the announcement spread, everyone began discussing how to make the party special. Tangle started to feel a little anxious. She wandered away from the group, her thoughts starting to stress her out.
Sonic noticed her absence and followed her quietly. Finding her pacing nervously in a corner, he gently approached her and wrapped his arms around her from behind. “Hey, what’s wrong?” Sonic asked softly, stroking her tail.
Tangle sighed. “I’m just… worried that I’m not good enough, that maybe this is all happening too fast,” she began to ramble, her breath deepening and a tear forming in her eye.
Sonic turned her around, looking into her eyes with a reassuring smile. “Tangle, boo-boo, stop it,” he said softly. “You’re amazing just as you are. This is your moment, and it’s going to be perfect because we’re together.”
Tangle’s expression softened. She leaned in, letting Sonic’s warmth wash over her. “Thanks, Sonic. I needed to hear that,” Tangle said, and the two hugged, holding each other in their arms.
The day finally came.
The Restoration HQ was abuzz with activity as everyone gathered for Sonic and Tangle’s “casual celebration.” The room was decorated with bright colors and festive streamers. Amy and Jewel set up the decorations, while Lanolin and Whisper were busy arranging the food.
Sonic and Tangle were in another room getting ready to go in. Even though the party was casual, Amy insisted on making sure the two looked dapper, at least in some way, to stand out from the crowd.
Amy and Jewel did Tangle’s makeup while Blaze helped her with a nice dress. Meanwhile, Shadow and Espio picked out Sonic’s outfit.
“Heh, who knew a faker could pick out a real outfit,” Sonic said smugly.
Shadow grumbled, but Espio held his hand, giving it a squeeze to help him calm down. “Thanks,” Shadow said, looking at Espio.
“You’re welcome,” Espio replied.
“For real though, thank you for this,” Sonic said, hugging both of them.
Shadow’s face softened. “No problem… Sonic,” Shadow said with a light smirk.
Back with Tangle, Amy was finishing up her makeup while Jewel painted her nails. Blaze picked out a neat dress for Tangle that was “casual yet courteous,” according to her. Tangle looked great in her outfit, her nails painted blue, yellow, and pink, along with her makeup done well by Amy, giving her a “glow,” as Amy put it.
Tangle came out of the room fully outfitted. Jewel smiled with a tear in her eye as she hugged her best friend. “I’m so proud of you,” Jewel said.
“Thank you, Jewel,” Tangle replied, giving her friend the biggest hug she had ever given.
Everybody else was out there waiting for them as Sonic and Tangle saw each other for the first time, fully suited up.
“You look beautiful,” they both said at the same time, then hugged each other.
“I can’t wait to taste that lipstick later,” Sonic said with the smug grin Tangle knew too well.
Tangle immediately gave him a kiss. “What do you think?” she asked with a smug grin right back at him.
“I… I love you so much,” Sonic said, giving her one more hug before they went out.
As Sonic and Tangle arrived outside, they were greeted with cheers and applause from their friends. The couple smiled, taking in the sight of everyone coming together to celebrate their commitment. Sonic, ever the showman, decided to kick things off with an announcement. He stood on a makeshift stage with a microphone, his grin as wide as ever. “Thank you all for coming! Now let’s…” Sonic began before Tangle took the mic.
“PARTY!” Tangle shouted.
The room erupted in cheers as music began to play. Sonic and Tangle took to the dance floor. Tangle was glowing with happiness, and Sonic couldn’t help but join in as the two danced the most awkward dance you can think of.
As the night progressed, Sonic and Tangle took a break from dancing to mingle with their friends. They made their rounds, sharing hugs and thank-yous with everyone who had come to support them.
When they got to Whisper and thanked her, she pulled Sonic aside.
“She is the best thing to ever happen to you. If something bad happens to my bestie, I’ll get this wispon in your…” Whisper began before getting cut off by Tangle.
“Thank you, Whisper!” Tangle said. “Don’t worry, if anything happens, I’ll let you know,” Tangle added smugly looking at Sonic, as Whisper smiled and both looked at Sonic smugly. Sonic gulped.
The rest of the night was incredible. Everyone had a great time with the food. Amy and Silver looked at each other and fist-bumped, along with Vanilla and Cream arriving and giving flowers for Sonic and Tangle to put on their heads.
“Here you go, Mr. Sonic and Ms. Tangle,” Cream said.
Both Sonic and Tangle started to cry because of how precious this was.
“Th-Thank you, Cream,” they both said as they let her put the flowers on their heads.
“Congratulations again,” Vanilla said, giving them two rings to put on their fingers.
Sonic and Tangle put the rings on each other’s fingers as they both smiled.
“Thanks, Vanilla,” they said, hugging her.
“No problem, dears,” Vanilla said, going to join the rest of the party people.
As the party ended, Cream, Tails, and Charmy, along with Kit, gave Sonic and Tangle drawings they had made. Charmy handed Sonic and Tangle his drawing of Cream and Tails along with his own.
“Here ya go!” Charmy said.
“Aww, thanks, Charmy,” Tangle said, putting the drawings in a bag.
Surge walked over with Kit’s drawing. “Here’s Drippy’s drawing,” Surge said, shoving it into Sonic’s face.
“It’s the best one, right?” Surge asked with a smug grin.
“Yeah, definitely,” Sonic said, nodding as Tangle nodded with him, both having an awkward smile.
“Good,” Surge said, looking down and patting Kit on the head.
“See ya, Rodent and Stretchy,” Surge added, grabbing a soda on the way out.
Sonic and Tangle wiped their foreheads. “Whew,” they both said as they double-checked to make sure Surge and Kit were gone.
“It actually is the best one, if I’m being honest,” Tangle said as Sonic nodded.
“HA, KNEW IT!” Surge shouted from behind them.
Sonic jumped into Tangle’s arms, then realized what he did and blushed as Tangle rocked him back and forth.
“You two are made for each other,” Surge said, giggling.
“It is true,” Lanolin said, sipping some coffee.
“Where did you get that?” Tangle asked, still rocking Sonic back and forth in her arms.
“Don’t ask,” Lanolin replied.
“C’mon, Surge, let the two have a moment,” Lanolin said.
“Okay, Lanny,” Surge said smugly, as Lanolin slightly blushed.
“Quiet…” Lanolin muttered.
Tangle let Sonic down from her arms as Sonic led Tangle aside for a quiet moment. They stood by the window, looking out at the stars. Tangle rested her head on Sonic’s shoulder, her heart full of contentment. “This is perfect,” Tangle said softly. “I’m really glad we did this.”
Sonic kissed her gently on the forehead. “Me too. I wouldn’t want to spend this moment with anyone else.”
They both looked outside, seeing a shooting star. Tangle closed her eyes and made a wish. Sonic already knew what she was wishing for as the two looked at each other and kissed, Tangle’s tail pulling them closer together.
Sonic and Tangle gathered their friends for a group photo before they left, capturing the memories of their special night.
As the guests began to head home, Sonic and Tangle took a moment to reflect on the night. They stood together, their hands intertwined, feeling grateful. “We did it,” Tangle said with a happy sigh. “We really did it.”
Sonic nodded, his eyes twinkling. “Yeah, we did. And it’s just the beginning.”
Sometime later, Sonic and Tangle were sitting together, discussing their thoughts about starting a family. They took a stroll through an adoption center, hand in hand.
While walking, they spotted a young flying squirrel who looked like the same age Tails was when Sonic first met him. He looked alone and scared, holding his tail. Sonic and Tangle looked at each other and nodded.
“Hey there,” Sonic said with a friendly smile.
“H-Hello…” the little flying squirrel said, looking up at them.
“Would you like to come on some adventures with us?” Tangle asked softly, reaching out her hand.
The little squirrel’s eyes widened with excitement. “Really?”
“Yeah,” Tangle said. “Also, nice tail,” she added, reaching her tail out to let him climb on it.
The flying squirrel looked at the two and smiled. “My name’s Ray. I’d love to!” he said with a big grin.
Sonic and Tangle grinned, their hearts swelling with happiness. They picked Ray up, and Sonic and Tangle’s hands intertwined with Ray’s. As they skipped along, Tangle’s tail wrapped around Sonic in a loving embrace.
“Welcome to the family,” Sonic said with a smile.
“You’re going to have a lot of aunts and uncles,” Tangle said jokingly.
“But most importantly,” Sonic added, looking into Tangle’s eyes.
“You’ll have us,” they both said together.