Chapter 12 – Blaze's Decision

The flight felt very long as Tails was still feeling depressed and lonely. Not even reuniting with Sonic and his friends would elevate his mood as he could do nothing but think of Blaze. He wished she could come and spend time with him, but most all, he wished for her to realise just how much he loves her.

Eventually after the plane arrived at Australia on Saturday morning, Tails slowly made his way out of the plane and into the airport. He could feel the familiar hot temperature of a typical Australian summer day. It felt surprisingly hot after two months of the cold winter in England. With no other choice, Tails scanned the terminal for Sonic and his friends.

"Tails, over here!" called a voice from behind all of a sudden. Tails turned around and there he saw Sonic with Amy, Knuckles, Rouge, Vanilla and Cream. They were all waving excitedly at him.

"Guys," he said slowly. "What a surprise to see you all here."

"So, how did the trip go, fox boy?" asked Rouge as the gang approached him.

"It was alright, I guess," said Tails, still feeling down.

Amy was the first to notice something different with Tails's mood. He didn't look happy at all and she could tell that he was weeping. "What's the matter?" she asked. "Aren't you happy to see us again?"

"I feel glad to see you guys again," sniffed Tails. "But something is keeping me down."

"Did you fail your preparatory course?" asked Cream.

"No," replied Tails. "I have passed with a distinction, as a matter of fact."

"Then what are you so glum about?" Knuckles asked impatiently.

Tails still wouldn't answer, but it was Vanilla who figured it out. She saw the look on his face and could tell why he is so unhappy. "It's a girl, isn't it?" she asked. Tails slowly nodded.

Cream, Amy, and Vanilla hugged Tails with deep sympathy. "Cheer up, Tails," said Cream. "You know that you will find the right girl someday."

"That's right," said Rouge as she glanced at Knuckles. "It didn't take long for Muscle Head here to realise I was the girl for him."

"Rouge!" pouted Knuckles. "Knock it off, please!"

"You know it to be true, you stubborn echidna," said Rouge suggestively, but Knuckles pretended not to listen.

"I know how you feel, buddy," said Sonic as he patted Tails on the back. "But you never know what the future would bring."

"She was one in a million," said Tails slowly. "We became kindred spirits during the times we spent together. Where will I find another girl like that?"

"Those are natural feelings, Tails," soothed Amy as she rocked him gently. "But you've got to pull yourself together, for you'll find your true love when the time comes."

"This is different," said Tails as he wiped away a tear. "I don't know how, but she is my true love." He sighed unhappily. "Face it guys, I'm never going to see her again."

"Who says so?" said a voice from somewhere behind.

Tails recognised that voice. Bewildered, he looked up and turned around along with everyone, and to their amazement, there was Blaze. Tails was so surprised that he forgot to cry. "Blaze?" he asked doubtfully. "I thought you couldn't go…"

"There were some changes at the last minute," said Blaze. "Shortly after you left for the plane, the Royal Cat Academy contacted me about a college here in Australia that needed a dragon expert. They considered I was suitable for the job, so I accepted it, and managed to book myself a flight just in time."

"That's great, Blaze," said Tails, suddenly feeling cheerful.

"Blaze, is that you?" asked Cream excitedly. "I just knew you would come one day!"

"Welcome to Australia, Blaze!" greeted Sonic.

"Thank you, Sonic and Cream," said Blaze. "It is a pleasure to meet you and your friends again."

On the way to Tails's house, Sonic and the others rode on Vanilla's minivan while they shared stories to Blaze about what has been happening all the years back. Knuckles and Rouge were the only ones who didn't join them. Sonic, Amy, Vanilla and Cream could hardly imagine that Blaze was actually from their world since they thought she was originally from the Sol Dimension. Blaze herself never thought her old friends would still be the same after all those years.

"So England is where you're actually from, Blaze?" asked Cream. "That's quite a surprise."

"I know," laughed Blaze. "It's quite a long story, actually."

"Seems like yesterday when I have met you with my daughter," said Vanilla. "You surely have changed a lot since then, Blaze."

"Thank you, Vanilla," said Blaze.

"So you were a princess of another dimension, are you still?"

"Well, I was," replied Blaze. "But things changed since I was eighteen, and I am now a Dragon Master."

"That's wonderful," smiled Vanilla.

Soon when the gang arrived at Tails's house, they had a lovely lunch of pizza, chips, and even Sonic's favourite food, chili dogs. The Chaotix Team were there as well. Tails got to show his friends the distinction certificate, and they were very pleased with him. They even enjoyed the souvenirs he brought along for them.

"So what are your plans for the future, Tails?" asked Cream as she sat with Tails and Amy on the couch.

"Well, I'll be going to college and study Information Technology and Engineering," said Tails as he munched on a pizza slice.

"Sounds like a plan," said Cream. "Knowing how smart you are, you'll go through college without any problem."

"Thanks, guys," said Tails. "I sure had a wonderful time at England. I've met a nice dragon who helped me through my holiday studies and to meet up with Blaze again."

"Hey, Tails!" called Charmy Bee as he buzzed into the living room holding a camera. "Mind if I take a picture of you with your certificate."

"I don't mind if I do," smiled Tails.

"Alright, then," said Charmy as he adjusted his camera. "Will you girls please sit up close to him?"

Amy and Cream positioned themselves at Tails's sides as he held proudly in display his certificate. All three smiled as Charmy edged forward and clicked away. "Perfect!" he beamed. "I managed to get a few pictures of Blaze during the process, and I'll be sure to show them all to you once I have the film developed."

"You must be getting into this photography thing, aren't you, Charmy?" asked Cream.

"Yeah, I always wanted to be a shutterbug," said Charmy. "I can't wait to graduate so I can pursue the dream."

"We know you will," smiled Tails.

"I better head out back with the guys, thank you for your time," buzzed Charmy and he flew out.

"Blaze is the one you love, am I right?" asked Amy as she turned to Tails. Tails didn't answer, he just blushed heavily.

"That's okay, Tails," said Cream. "If I have to be honest with you, I would say you and Blaze would make an adorable couple."

"I could sense a special connection between you and her," smiled Amy. "My woman's intuition is never wrong."

"Thanks, girls," smiled Tails. "But what should I say to her?"

"Tell her how you feel," said Amy. "And be yourself."

"I know she will be very lucky to have a sweet guy like you," said Cream. "With what you told us about how you and Blaze got along, there's a good chance you two could work something out."

Just then, Blaze hurried into the living room. She looked excited. "Tails, I have good news!" she exclaimed.

"What is it, Blaze?" asked Tails.

"One of my dragon students is coming to live in Australia with me!" said Blaze happily. "The same dragon I've been telling you about!"

"Wow, that is good news!" smiled Tails.

"You guys are going to love her," said Blaze. "She's a very nice dragon, though she is shy around strangers. She wanted to continue being my student, and I couldn't be happier because she's my favourite after all."

"We're looking forward to meeting her soon," said Tails, Amy, and Cream.

After the lunch, Blaze waited for Sonic, Amy, Vector, Espio, Charmy, Vanilla and Cream to leave. She wanted to tell Tails something important, but only when it's just the two of them alone. By now it was evening, and Tails and Blaze were relaxing on the couch. The sunset gave the room a somewhat romantic atmosphere, which Blaze felt was the perfect moment to tell Tails her true feelings.

"Tails," began Blaze. "Have you ever wondered why I chose to live in Australia?"

"I am curious to know why," said Tails. "Please, tell me."

"You and your friends have made me realise how important friendship is," said Blaze. "Even my favourite dragon student reminded me of what it meant to have close friends."

"I see," said Tails.

"So after learning she has plans to move here with me, I am assured that I have made the right decision," continued Blaze. "And do you know what else?"

"What?"

"There is a certain young fox who I wish to spend the rest of my life with…" Blaze drew Tails closer to her. She looked deeply into his eyes, caressing him tenderly while she purred.

Tails felt lost at her glance as he gazed dreamily into her eyes. He could tell that she wanted more than just his friendship. Neither Tails nor Blaze could look away from each other, and before they knew it, their lips met as they shared a deep, passionate kiss.

"I have come to terms with my feelings for you," whispered Blaze. "You are smart, kind, gentle, and caring, and I am at my happiest when I am with you."

Tails blushed. "I feel the same way for you too, Blaze," he said softly. "I have realised this after all the times we spent together during my holiday."

"Oh, Tails?" Blaze asked. "There's something I wanted to ask you." She blushed heavily while she paused, then she took a deep breath. "You don't mind if I call you Milesy? I think your real name is cute."

Tails thought for a moment. He always preferred his friends to call him by his nickname, but knowing that this is coming from Blaze, he decided to respect her wishes. "Okay," he said. "But only from you."

"Thank you," purred Blaze and she cuddles the young fox.

"I love you, Blaze, with all my heart," said Tails softly.

"I love you too, Milesy, truly and deeply," whispered Blaze, and with that, they shared another deep, long, passionate kiss, this time even much longer than before.

Epilogue

Shortly after her arrival in Australia, Blaze found an apartment, and she adjusted well to her new life. Tails would come and see her every day, and they would go to places like the movies, shopping malls, and so on. They also visit each other's home every now and then.

The Sydney Furry Academy appointed Blaze as Dragon Master where she not only trained Night Furies and Twilight Storms, but even different dragon races. She found it more enjoyable and challenging at the same time to be training a wider diversity.

Eventually, Blaze warmed up to Tails's other friends apart from Amy, Vanilla, Cream, and Sonic, and they were very happy for her to be living with them and continuing the friendship, which they have taught her the value of all those years ago. Nevertheless, Blaze is still shy, but she enjoys their company, especially with Tails and Cream.

Tails and Blaze could hardly imagine how they started off being friends who only knew each other, to recently becoming close friends and finally a loving couple starting out. With their friends by their side, with each other's back, and agreeing that they will take their relationship slowly but surely, they know they will make it work, one day at a time.

The End

So here we finally reached the conclusion of Tails's Holiday. Tails and Blaze admitted their feelings for each other and became a loving couple. I felt it was right for this fanfiction to have a happy ending.

I enjoyed writing this story back in 2014. I wanted to make something for the Tailaze fans, and also myself since I'm a huge fan of that pairing. I can't explain why, but I just love the idea of a stronger and more dominant female with a shy and timid male, you know, the tomboy and sensitive guy type of couple. That's pretty much one reason I love Tailaze. I mean, nothing against Sonaze, Shadaze, or Silvaze, but those three hedgehogs, yes, Silver included, are more dominant in their personality. Seeing as Blaze is somewhat dominant, but clearly a tomboy, I like to pair her up with someone nicer, someone sweeter, someone who likes to look up to others, someone like Tails.

But anyway, I hope this has been a great read for everyone who took the time to check out this fanfic. This is a good one to read on Valentine's Day. May you have laughed at the funny moments, cried at the sad moments, and smiled at the heartwarming moments. I await your reviews and comments regarding this fic, and do check out Dragon Heroes, which serves as somewhat of a follow-up series to this fic, considering Tails and Blaze are recurring characters in it. Hope you all have a good evening, and Happy Valentine's Day!

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