[center][h1] Road to New York
Act 1.2: Halfway there [/h1][/center]

Kansas, Four Days Ago

Desolate. That was a way to describe the breadbasket of the nation. Kansas was flat. Incredibly so. Something Rock had observed, as he rode across the state inside of a train. He was traveling with the scientist from the last lab, as they'd suggested this more scenic route, to enjoy the time, rather than constantly run. Rock had to admit, the chair he sat in was comfortable, and the technology in the train car was pretty impressive. He liked the built in TVs, which allowed him to watch the news, but in this case, a science show was on. When food was offered, he considered, then took the offer. While the Professor he was traveling with was at first concerned, Rock assured them it would be fine. He tried it, but found no real taste to it. Perhaps he lacked the needed upgrades, as he consumed the cookie. His core would burn the food up, and avoid any issues.

Eventually though, the train ride came to an end, as they arrived on the other side of Kansas, in the next state. Night had begun to fall, and Rock disembarked, offering the scientist a farewell wave, as the other had to return home. He left the station, meeting up with the next scientist, who was waiting with a car. Confirming her identity with Doctor Light via a phone call back, Rock got into the front seat, and the two drove to the lab, which stood on the edge of town. As the moon started to rise, Rock watched the world around outside, marveling at the sights. [i](Man...Doctor Light's right, the outside world really is beautiful! I can't wait to see New York City!)[/i]

He really couldn't wait to see the next place, and even as he settled in at the lab's sleeping area, preparing to rest, his mind raced with the thoughts of what lay ahead. Machine that he may be, Rock was a child through and through...

[center][h2] Side Story: The Fate of Doctor Wily? [/h2][/center]

Federal Prison was the fate of Doctor Wily for the time being. It seemed it had gone well, he had been transported to prison without a hitch. At least, that was how it seemed. But even as he sat alone in his cell, fuming, he drew on the walls, plotting, and planning. He was angry at losing to Light's little toy soldier, it angered him beyond measure. He wanted revenge, oh yes, he wanted it dearly. One way or another...he'd find a way to make Light's precious "Mega Man" pay for his insolence, and show Light up. It was only a matter of time. To the other prisoners though, he was just a delusional old man, who they left alone due to this, and to the guards, he was harmless. Just another mad man committed to the prison to keep him out of harms way. If only they knew what was to come...Doctor Wily would return, and he would have his revenge...