This is where it all starts.
Miles quietly sat by the beaches of South Island, making a quiet yawn and sighing slightly, watching the sun glaze its light at the ocean, providing a gorgeous sight, as the light retracts a sprinkling effect.

Miles did seem lonely, like this. His big brother was nowhere to be found.

The answer? Sonic was only hitting a vacation, that's all.

Sonic had always wondered why Tails didn't want to leave with him. Tails only retorted a cold, 'I have projects to work on' response.

Weird. In that vague moment, Miles would usually just hang out with his best friend... the only friend he's ever had. The friend that he always looked up to. The only friend that he... trusted. Instead, it was all just denial, saying it was Sonic that deserved the vacation.

But, a decision is a decision. Sonic didn't mind, despite being questionable about Miles' safety. The fox is an 8 year old machine fanatic... Marooned on an island doesn't exactly seem suitable.

More like, the sensation of being alone.

As Miles sits by, completely jaded and weary, staring at the ominous beach almost as if he was lifeless, his gloved hands placed somewhat deep in the sand, he recalls the time when he first met him.
The hedgehog had set off with his red biplane from South Island to continue on a journey for more adventures. Luckily, he found a place that was suitable for his needs.

West Side Island was just like South Island. Completely isolated and surrounded with bodies of sea. A seemingly calm retreat for those who requested a peaceful and warm scenery. The deciduous trees provide a beautiful green canopy, far out of sight of local residents. The lurid melody of the waves clashing on the beach offer a passive and serene atmosphere. Sonic landed carefully on the yellow sand, pulling himself off the open cockpit, placing his shoes on the thick surface.

Ultimately, his plan was to check it out and relax... Not bad.

...He didn't pay attention to the fact that a certain metallic flying object was chasing him and suspiciously landed on the other side of the island.

The next day, after Sonic had snoozed in, he made his journey through the island, inspecting its beauty.

But a shy, orange fox had intrigued him after his arrival. This curious cub followed Sonic clandestinely through the forest, watching his moves. A small smile printed on his face.

The smile didn't last for long when Sonic turned his back, as he had the inexplicable feeling of someone watching him. He noticed the sneaky, shy cub making his way through the path. When the fox was spotted, he nervously scurried back into the welcoming shade of the still palm trees. Sonic shrugged it off, thinking it might have just been a curious islander of some sort. As Sonic dashed through the course of the island, the peculiar fox barely managed to keep up with the blue blur. Sonic stopped for a moment, obviously intrigued now about the curious cute cub following him.

"Now, wait just a moment here, are you following me?" Sonic curiously queried. It was quite obvious that this child was inquisitive.

Moments after Sonic asked, the cub didn't even speak, hiding in the shade of a palm tree, completely frozen. Despite being curious, this fox was also frantic... Sort of.

Sonic sighed, coming closer to the palm tree the fox hid behind, being careful not to scare him. "If you are following me, you could've asked, y'know." Sonic scoffed.

It was at this point in time that the fox gave up with a groan that sounded somewhat of a disappointed kid that just got found in a normal game of hide and seek. "S-Sorry..." The fox sighed. His voice was innocent, as he picked himself up, walking off the shade and exposing his appearance under an opening of the trees where the sun leaked its rays through.
Sonic took a good look at him, noticing his two tails almost instantly. "Woah! Two tails?"

Tails didn't smirk. "Yeah... It's a thing I have. What, are you going to laugh at me, too?" Miles' innocent echoed in agony. It's obvious he has a negative thing about that...

"W-What? No, of course not, kid. I actually think it's pretty awesome!" Sonic reassured the fox. He wasn't that kind of person.

"Really...? Thanks! Nice to meet you! I'm Miles Prower, but everyone just calls me Tails, because, well, you know." He spun his tails only once. Extending an enthusiastic hand, Sonic gladly accepted it.

"Anyway... yeah, sorry for talking at you like that... I was bullied a lot for having two tails..." Tails groaned. Sonic didn't think of anything else except extend a hand and rub his hand forcefully on Miles' forehead. Miles cringed pleasantly. He seemed to like being rubbed on that spot. An obvious sign of friendship, or maybe Tails just took it as a friendly noogie. Except it didn't involve his knuckles.

Something, however, switched inside Tails when he saw Sonic come to the island. He decided that he wanted to be cool like Sonic.

With one quick flash, Sonic had already thought this young kid was alone, innocent, cute and harmless. Sonic made friends with him and allowed him to hang around as he freely explored the island.

On an early afternoon, Tails discovered a lone aircraft stranded at the beach. Being a budding fan of machinery and vehicles, he rushed to take a closer inspection. He was admiring its magnificent build until he noticed that Sonic was taking a nap under its wing. Realizing that Sonic owned the plane, Tails gently retreated to the other side of it so as not to wake him. Suddenly, an ominous flash occurred in the direction of the nearby forest, followed by a terrific explosion. The wild fire blew away various debris, which Tails avoided by taking cover underneath the Tornado as he witnessed robots violently excavating the area. This ceaseless activity threatened to blanket the entire island in its destructive flames.

It turned out that Dr. Robotnik detected the presence of all Chaos Emeralds after following Sonic, including the lost seventh one spoken of in the island's legend. He took the opportunity to kidnap the island's animals to rebuild his Badnik forces and finish his ultimate weapon, the Death Egg. Robotnik now ruled the factories, refineries and cities. He's grabbed control of everything - except the seven Chaos Emeralds. The speedy hedgehog went off into the forest to set things right and the curious fox followed.

And that's where it all started. And shortly after the Death Egg's destruction, Tails decided to live with him back at South Island.

Tails sighed, still gazing at the ocean as he reminisced the flashback, feeling slightly nostalgic.
Suddenly, a loud bang was heard behind Miles. Except, Miles didn't hear it. It was too late.

What looked to be an android, it used its metallic hand to strike a blow vehemently on the back of Miles' neck. He tried to scream, but was impaired from the concussion as he lightly groaned, falling silent and limp. During his unconsciousness, the android bot grabbed his gloved hands, and hauled him through the sand.

Sonic was still enjoying a pleasant vacation.