One day, Tails was in science class, and oddly enough, he was bored. No, he loved science class; it's just that the teacher seemed to be taking forever to partner up all the students for this new science project they were all working on.
Finally, after what seemed like days, Tails' ears were able to pick out something other than "wah wah wa-wah":
"…Tails, your partner will be Shadow," said the teacher. Suddenly, Tails froze up, and even when the teacher told everyone to go find their partners, he was still immobilized with fear. Then, Sonic nudged him.
"Tails, what's wrong, buddy?" asked Sonic.
"I don't want to be Shadow's partner!" replied Tails. "He looks like an evil person! A lot of people think so, too!"
"Now, wait just a minute!" said Sonic. "Ya can't always judge people by their looks or by what other folks say about them! After all, there could be another side to their story! So, if you're ever in a situation where you're meeting, partnered up with, or otherwise have to be in contact with a person who looks different from what you're used to, just relax! Take some time to get to know them! Who knows? Ya might find a new best friend or life partner! Well…assuming they're not tryin' to kill ya, of course."
"Tails, I'm waiting!" exclaimed Shadow, whose arms were crossed.
"OK, I gotta go, Sonic," said Tails, who got up from his seat.
"Good luck, buddy!" said Sonic.