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Beyond the Firewall - Shadilver

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*ping* You have a new message

The alert was enough to snap an ebony hedgehog from his thoughts and hurriedly grab his phone. It was an email from no other than the hedgehog he was meeting today for the first time

[So where are you now? I'm already at the restaurant]
-Absolute.Dreamer15

The jet black mobian smiled and sent back his own reply

[I'm already on the bus. Just entered the city vicinity, I should be near]
-HxllowCost19

Smiling, he put his phone back in his pocket and stuffed his hand in his jacket, leaning against the cold glass window.

It was odd, how two people who have met online are going to meet in person for the first time. He remembers how he came to know about the young hedgehog; it was on a blog, and he was merely stating his opinion about a popular band, and how that one particular song wasn't appealing to him, and immediately the young male was bashed with 'avid fans', saying that he was an immature 9 year old and should go fuck himself and die and how he doesn't know the band and should just shut up. He found it funny; how those people who claimed themselves to be mature were the ones acting childlike, whilst the other hedgehog was actually being sensible and tried to be reasonable. Note the word tried. Shadow felt bad for the young blogger and decided to send him a little message on how he shouldn't listen to the assholes who bashed him for having a different opinion on something they liked and commended him for stating his opinion on public. The other thank him for his kind words.

From then on they continued to talk to one another, and they discovered that they have so much in common; taste in music, political views, preferences, and even if they had things they couldn't agree on, they respected each other's opinion. Soon, simple messages went to a more personal level of talking, where the younger hedgehog introduced himself as Silver, and Shadow introduced himself as well. Neither of them have heard what the other sounded like, nor what they even looked like.

More talking and after a year of seeing each other online, they both decided to meet up in real life. But since Silver was only 17 and feared he'd get lost, the older hedgehog offered to go to his city instead since he recently turned 19.

*ping* You have a new message

[I took a window seat so it should be easy to find me. I'm wearing a turquoise flannel shirt]
-Absolute.Dreamer15

[You sure like the color turquoise don't you?]
-HxllowCost19

[Oh quiet you XP It's a pretty color. Are you close yet? I'm getting kinda bored sitting here, and I have already beat my 2048 highscore of 248948]
-Absolute.Dreamer15

A chuckled left the ebony male's mouth.

[Well, I could see that I'm almost near, I'm close to the next bus stop anyway. What did you say was the name of the restaurant again?]
-HxllowCost19

[Papa Louie's Pasta and Pizza. I'm excited to finally see you in person! But don't expect me to talk to you even if we have known each other for a while. Haha I'm awkward around new people]
-Absolute.Dreamer15

[But... I've known you for a year now]
-HxllowCost19

[I told you.. I'm weird]
-Absolute.Dreamer15

[Heh, don't worry about it. Oh wait, the bus just stopped, I'm getting off. I should be near then]
-HxllowCost19

Shadow placed his phone back in his pocket and got off of the bus. Taking in the sight of the city, he couldn't help but be amazed at the scenery before him; it's no wonder Soleanna is such a highly praised city! He quickly scanned for any restaurant that was named 'Papa Louie's Pasta and Pizza'. It took him a while, but when he saw the ivory boy by the window, he could've sworn his heart stopped; he was finally meeting the hedgehog who has captivated him! A smile was flashed at his direction once Silver's golden hues landed on him and was greeted with a wave through the glass window. Smiling back, the ebony male made his way into the restaurant, and there he sat in front of the younger boy. 

Silver sheepishly grinned, glancing from the dark male in front to another part of the table. Knowing it was rude not to talk, he took out a piece of paper and began writing on it.

"Hey, nice to see you finally.. I told you I wouldn't talk. or. too shy to talk. Sorry about that" He handed the paper to Shadow, his peach muzzle turning a faint pink hue. Shadow, who understood, smiled then took out a piece of paper of his own and began writing as well.

"It's okay, I understand. Do you want anything to eat? I can order for us"


"oh, no that's okay, while you were gone I already orderd ordered my food. You can order yours when the waiter comes back" Silver grimaced at the mistake he made. Chaos did he feel anxious and his hands were shaking; Shadow was finally in front of him in person!

With this Shadow gave a small nod then began to write once more. 

"How long have you been waiting? I hope it wasn't too long"


"oh no. I've just been here for 10 minutes; it's not that long of a wait" a small smile made it's way to Silver's face.

Shadow let out a light scoff as his red pools glanced at the younger hedgehog and back at his paper to write out his answer.

~***~


Their lunch continued on like this, exchanging words through paper, a fresh change of pace to their usual digital conversation. It was also a fresh change to be able to see the one you're conversing with despite the lack of words being spoken to one another. They shared laughs and smiles throughout their meal, their words and jokes only kept between the two recipients and away from listening ears as they wrote paper after paper of replies in the restaurant. Silence accompanied them but the silence that accompanied them was comfortable, welcomed even, between the young friends. 

It was Silver who broke their silence first "So, which part of Soleanna would you like to go first?" He asked in a soft, meek voice and Shadow smiled; this was how he imagined what Silver's voice would sound like; something like soft bells in the wind.

"Wherever you recommend" Was the dark hedgehog's reply. 

"Oh Solaris from above; his voice is sooo much hotter than I could ever imagine!" The ivory male squealed internally. This was it! He in now officially talking with the man who had made his life much more bearable! 

And the pair went around Soleanna, sharing more stories between each other, this time with actual dialogue and even more laughter and life. Silver pulled Shadow into a small fair since the city was preparing for the Sun Festival, which the older male gladly following him. He wasn't much of an outdoor person per se, and preferred to stay away from crowded places like this. But for the ivory hedgehog, he would let himself get out of his comfort zone, and get away from his urban life, even for a while.

After all, he is visiting another city; might as well make the best out of the experience right?

"The Sun Festival will be starting in a few hours, so let's have fun until the splendid fireworks show! I can bet you my right arm you'll enjoy the show!" The silver hedgehog chirped, much to the amusement of the other. 

"Bet your right arm? That's a high wager now, don't you think?" Shadow chuckled. Silver simply shook his head and grinned.

"That's how confident I am that you will enjoy the fireworks show"
    "Well then, I'm expecting that I won't be disappointed"

Silver flashed another smiled at him, and Shadow swears his heart feels like it'll leap right out of his chest whenever he sees it. He couldn't help but smile as well.

"Trust me, you won't be"

~***~


It was a few minutes until the start of the Sun Festival and Silver and Shadow were lining up to get to the Ferris wheel; Silver insisted that they'd watch from there because the main plaza would be jampacked with people and most of the roads were closed for the events, and they didn't have enough money to rent a boat to watch from the sea, so this was the next best thing.

With them, they carried the many prizes they've won through the many games and booths they've tried. Shadow was good with shooting games, Silver realized. As in really good. His accuracy was incredibly on point that it was sort of scary actually. Shadow won the big elephant stuffed toy on the top shelf, and gave it to Silver, much to the latter's embarrassment and declined. 

The dark hedgehog insisted, saying that he didn't really have enough space in his house to keep a large stuff toy, and carrying something that big in the bus would be a hassle to the other commuters. Plus, he said that he wanted to give Silver a sort of souvenir to remember him by for the wonderful tour around Soleanna. This statement made the shy hedgehog's face red and cover it with the said stuffed toy.

Finally getting onto the ride, Silver sheepishly sat himself on the opposite side of Shadow. Once the Ferris wheel began it's slow ascent, the latter spoke "Well, this is it. Just five more minutes until the festival" his deep voice broke through Silver's thoughts, catching him off-guard.

"Y-yeah! Are you excited??" Silver's pitch became a bit too high
    "Is something the matter?" Shadow asked, with Silver nodding furiously

"yup yup! I'm fine as a daisy!"

Somehow, Shadow wasn't buying it.

"Tell me what's wrong; please?" Shadow's ruby orbs showed worry, and Silver couldn't say no to him; not when his crush was staring at him like that. With a sigh, he answered.

"It's just been a while since I've watched the Festival with somebody. I think I told you that I'm living alone before, yes?" When Silver saw him nodding, he continued "As I've said, both my parents are working overseas to make ends meet, and to send me to a really good school. And I want them to be proud of me and show them that their efforts aren't in vain, so I always do my best in class and try to keep my scholarship."

They were halfway through the ride now, almost getting to the top. Shadow simply hummed; Silver has told him this before.

"And I do want to help my parents earn some money too, so I have a part-time job at the town's library; cataloging books and keeping record of everything. So it's just been a while since I've had somebody to enjoy the Festival with.." Golden eyes kept their focus on the floor, as ivory arms wrapped around the stuffed animal tightly. The younger male only looked up when he felt a warm hand on his thigh, comforting him, and beautiful ruby orbs looking at him.

His face became flushed.

And Shadow gave him a warm smile "Well, you're with somebody now right? Don't worry, I'm here."

The snow-furred male returned a small smile of his own.

'Yes, you are; you've made my lonely life even more bearable. That's why I've come to love you so much'

"I'm glad you are, and I can't thank you enough for travelling all the way here from Westopolis just so you could spend some time with me" he said sheepishly. The darker male simply nodded.

'Of course. I'd gladly travel anywhere for you no matter how far; you made me feel complete, made me feel that I do matter'

"I've been meaning to get away from my mundane life; a breather such as this is exactly what I needed. Also, I've been wanting to meet you for the longest time" Shadow replied. Then Silver had a thought.

"Hey Shadow; you're really good at shooting games. Do you practice a lot at home?" He asked. Shadow merely scratched his head.
    "Well.. I have relatives that works for G.U.N, and I'm being taken as an intern there as a field agent. I get to practice using actual guns there"
    "Whaat, really?? That's so cool!!!" The younger one exclaimed, his amber eyes bright.
    "I guess; it get's hectic, but I guess it's okay"

Ivory ears perked then he looked out the window, a wide grin on his face "It's starting; look Shadow!" He said as he pointed to where the town's plaza was. From their current height they could oversee the entire town.

Ruby eyes followed and Shadow was at awe at the fireworks show; the different spectacle of lights exploding in the night sky, painting the evening sky with a plethora of colors. Music can be heard playing in the air, the bass thumbing in beat with their hearts. Cheers from the crowd echoed throughout the entire city, shaking his very core.

Soleanna is one festive city; he couldn't remember the last time Westopolis had a celebration as grand as this.

"This is about to get even better" The younger male said with a cheeky grin as the royal family arrived in a large gondola to the very heart of the city.
    "Why? what's happening?"
    "shh... Just watch"

Squinting his eyes at the other, Shadow returned his gaze to the center of the city. There was silence now, then suddenly bright, shining orange flames spread from where the royal family stood and onto a large pattern adorning the center; the shape of the sun god Solaris, illuminating throughout the city as fireworks started once more. The citizens continued with their celebration. By now they were at the very top of the Ferris wheel, giving both males the perfect view to see the fire display.

Shadow was simply at awe at the spectacle he had just witnessed.

~***~


The two hedgehog males were now heading towards the bus station, walking side by side, laughing and smiling at all the events they shared together.

"Thank you so much for the wonderful tour Silver" The darker male thanked the other as they waited for the bus, the latter flashing a sweet smile at him.

"Oh it's my pleasure Shadow! I'm just really happy I finally got to meet you in person; you didn't tell me you were this good looking" Ivory joked, but there was some truth in there, and Shadow chuckled at this "Really now? Well, you should've informed me that you were this adorable" he flirted back, making the younger male blush.

"Oh you" Silver sighed, looking into red pools "So, what do you think of Soleanna?"
    "It's absolutely beautiful here; the air is fresh and you're surrounded by the sea. Not to mention that despite being a large city, it's incredibly clean here."
    "We also actually have a forest and a desert surrounding us too! It's basically a utopia for nature lovers!" Silver continued.

Another chuckle from Shadow "And it's festive here; unlike in Westopolis"

The statement made Silver tilt his head, befuddled "You don't celebrate anything in Westopolis?" the other shook his head.
    "No; it's a big, urbanized metropolis and the air is polluted and it's too crowded. Sure, there are plenty of malls and everything, but we don't celebrate things like this. Everybody is too busy trying to get by in there"
    "oh... That's.. kinda sad actually"

Silver felt a hand pet the top of his quills and he did everything in his power not to purr, especially in front of Shadow! He opted to smile instead. "Well I hope you enjoyed the Sun Festival. You can always come again next year" he invited the older male.

"I think I might take you on that offer; it's only a two and a half hour bus ride from Westopolis to here."
    "And maybe next time I could visit you?"

This suggestion made Shadow smile "That would be nice; it'll be my turn to tour you in the hustle and bustle of the big city life"
    "I've always wanted to visit the National Museum you have there"
    "You'll like it very much; it's full of different artifacts from around the world"

From their peripheral view, the conversing hedgehogs saw the arriving bus. Both felt sad for they now had to go their separate ways.

"There's the bus" The silver hedgehog pointed out, the grip on the stuffed elephant tightening.
    "yeah..."

Silence accompanied both parties once more as they looked into each other's eyes. The bus had arrived now, and the doors opened. Shadow being the one to break their silence this time.

"Again, thanks so much. I'll chat with you later?" He saw Silver's sweet smile once more and his beautiful amber eyes bright
    "Chat ya later!"

Before going in the vehicle, Shadow leaned in and gave a kiss on Silver's cheek, smiling at the other's reaction when he saw the surprised look on Silver's sweet face, and covering his blush with the stuffed elephant. "I'll see you soon Silver" then he turned, climbing up the steps on the bus.

And, to Shadow's surprise (and much to his delight), soft lips returned the kiss on his cheeks as well, and light giggling reached his ears. He looked back to see the ivory male beaming at him as pink dusted his face, waving his hand "Bye Shadow!"

The ebony hedgehog held a hand to where soft lips once were, a lovestruck look on his face as he had a goofy smile and waved back, keeping his eyes on the ivory beauty until he was too far away now, before finally taking his seat. 

*ping* You have a new message

[You're such a tease you know that?]
-Absolute.Dreamer15

Shadow couldn't help but smile at this.

[Think of it as a souvenir from me to you. You're a tease yourself, surprising me like that]
-HxllowCost19

[Just think of it as a souvenir from me to you XP]
-Absolute.Dreamer15

Relaxing onto the seat, Shadow sent his reply.

[By the way, your lips are super soft ;)]
-HxllowCost19

He didn't get a reply back; he assumed that the other was too embarrassed. Chuckling, he put his phone back in his pocket. The jet black mobian still has two hours to go before arriving at Westopolis; he'd probably use that time to daydream about the events of today... and replay that kiss in his head over and over again.
Hey hey heyyyyyy! I've come to bless you guys with another story! XDD

Anyway this has been in my sta.sh since 2015 and I think it's about time it gets the attention it deserves, no?

So I've had this idea in my ,ind for the longest of time, where two people who meet online finally meets in person, hence the title, And I think it's super cute whenever that happens! Has any of you actually met any of your internet friends? Besides my bff in real life, I haven't met any of you and I'm sad because of that :icondesucraiplz: I wanna meet you guys!

Anyway I'm getting off track so lemme end my thing here

Shadow and Silver belongs to :iconsegalogoplz:

tell me what you think! Comments are appreciated! :iconcutiesmileplz:
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This! This is my new favorite Shadilver story! Great job! :3