???: Is everything set?

???2: Yes. We're ready.

???: Excellent.

A giant machine began to rise from the metal floor of a secret lab.

???: Now nobody, not even Sonic and those "friends" of his, not even Shadow or Blitz can stop us!

???2: And since other me turned traitor, we'll need another pilot.

two figures in the shadows were discussing a plot, but of what kind?

???: Well, if you're looking for a co-pilot for the Salamander.......

??? Revealed himself to be.......

Aero:.......I'd be more than happy to assist. HeheheheHEHEHE!!!!!