Hiya again! I felt like doing a second chapter, so, here you go! It explains a bit more about her older life style.

Hope you enjoy!

-NW :3

Uran of Stone

Chapter Two:

My New Dad

"Hey, I told you not to over react!"

Cora tried to cover my mouth, but I jumped out of her reach.

There was no way on this entire planet, no way at all, I was not a robot.

I couldn't be! Or else, why wasn't I listening to them? Robots have to listen to what humans say. They can't hurt a human or be in any way a hazard of harm to a human. Robots are supposed to be helpful and loyal. But me? I felt as human as ever. I began to jump around on the couch like a crazy monkey. Cora tried to tackle me down, but I leapt off the couch, hoping not to fall.

Miraculously, I didn't fall, so I kept jumping around, sometimes hopping on one foot to another, avoiding Cora, and Zane from grabbing me.

I didn't care if they fell or if they called to me, I wanted to see my dad. I wanted to demand him to tell me what was going on. I wanted him to pat my head like he used to and tell me it was a nightmare or I was going insane. Of course he was always joking around, but this time I felt like I really had lost it.

The emotion of pain and truth was mixed up within me like someone had turned on a blender that I never knew existed inside. I didn't know whether to laugh at their misery or cry because I just couldn't accept the truth. No, I wasn't a robot. For sure. I was a human. My name is Annie. Annie Stone and my father is running for president. I saw him this morning. There was no way that was five days ago. But the explanation for the strange noises of my feet…? My imagination. I'm hearing things. Right, that's the reason.

"Enough!"

We all stopped, but I couldn't keep my balance for long and I fell.

I felt an arm lift me up gently, and throw me on their back.

"Noo!" I screamed. "Let me go! I want to see my dad!"

He put me on the couch, and seized the remote. As quickly as he could, he flipped to the news channel. Astro (I have to remember all of their names!) pointed at the screen, and said, "There! There's your dad, happy now?"

Heck, I'm never happy, I was going to snap at him, when I realized he was right. On the news was a long faced man with a few wrinkles, but other wise all covered with make up. His slick hair was combed in two parts and he had that business looking smile, like he was thinking 'who's up for a little wager? Don't forget the taxes!'

I stared at the picture more carefully. Yup, that's dad.

"Police say that the man should be arrested, saying he's caused the whole ordeal in Metro City, but his lawyers claim that he's crazy and was seen drinking too much liquor before his presentation. Being judged at court, he claims he's not President Stone, but the Peace Keeper. Everyone is now convinced that the liquor has permanently damaged his way of thinking, and his trial is off. He will be sent to Metro City Help Center tomorrow…"

I wanted to faint. What happened to him? What was going on?

Then there was the video.

The video camera shook because of the rumbling of the ground, that came every five seconds like a massive earthquake. There was screaming people running around like in a horror movie. King Kong to be precise.

Then an enormous air craft appeared around a building, and a voice said, "Where are you, robot boy?"

That voice, it sounded so familiar.

A boy with jet black hair made into two spikes, flew over to the aircraft with it's rocket-like boots. It was Astro. Was he the robot boy the air craft was looking for?

A gigantic monster mountain thing appeared behind a tall building, making the air craft look like a toy airplane. Apparently he looked like he was playing with it. But when I saw its face, it made my blood run cold.

"There you are!" The robot monster smiled evilly. I felt every part of my body tense, my fists clutched, and my eyes watered.

"Sorry, but I got word that President Stone might be a little late."

Everyone groaned.

I checked my watch.

It was already twelve o'clock. Where could he be? Getting drunk again at the casino? I hoped not.

Ka-boom!

What was that?

Before I knew it, a giant explosion burst from the walls of the building, and cement flew every where. A monstrous robot thundered over to the microphone, everyone too paralyzed in fear to do anything.

"Is this thing on?" He boomed.

Everyone screamed.

I ran as fast as my legs could carry me, and in the distance I heard a loud roar erupt from the monster robot's throat. I tripped. Scared, I tried to get back up. But I felt rock digging into my skin. Warm liquid touched my skin, turning it into a redness I knew I could never wash off of my clothes. More gravel. More rocks. I was being squished to death. The pain was so intense I became numb. It felt like my skin was turning into dust, my blood into fire, and my bones into pudding. I was dying.

There was an un-earthly cry. I realized I was screeching.

Then everything went black.

"Hey, Annie, It's okay!" I could feel someone rubbing my back.

"NO!" I screamed, my heart was heavy. I cried and screamed, kicking my legs and covering my eyes from my hands. I refused to realize I was dead. I wasn't even me anymore. I wasn't Annie. I wasn't the proud daughter of President Stone. I was a robot. A useless machine. A piece of junk.

"NOO!" I shrieked in pain.

"What's going on in here?"

"Dad! Annie won't calm down!"

"She's going hysterical!"

"Please do something, Mr. Tenma!"

"Hold on."

I kept screaming. My heart hurt. My lungs burned. My head felt like someone tossed a can at it.

I heard an electrifying sound.

Still screaming, I opened my watery eyes to see a strange fork-like object. I'd seen it before. My dad used it sometimes to put out malfunctioning robots.

He was going to put me to sleep.

Fear in my trembling body, I shot upward and didn't even think twice about my actions. All I knew was that I had to get away from them.

I ran for the window, crashed right through and threw myself off the balcony.

I cried.

Maybe now at least I could die in peace. Truly die and not feel it as a robot.

"Uran!" I felt someone snatch my hand. Looking upward, I saw Astro flying in the air with his rocket boosters, my hand in one of his as he tried to balance both of us.

"Stop calling me that!" I cried, more hot tears spilling out of my eyes. "I'm not anyone you know! I'm a robot! Let me die!"

"I can't do that," he objected.

"Why not?" I snapped. "It's my life! Or used to be."

"Because it's my job you don't hurt yourself," I snorted. Typical hero. "And it was your dying wish to live a new life."

"What are you talking about?" I asked, puzzled.

"You might not remember, but when I defeated the Peace Keeper and was brought back to life, as well as beat an alien, I found you crying under all the cement near the conference presentation square. You were dying, and you begged Dr. Tenma to give you a second chance to live."

I stared at him. I did?

"Some people died, but most survived after going to the hospital. You were the only kid who couldn't make it. So my dad decided to grant your wish. I know it might not be much, but I understand how you feel."

"Yeah, well how do I feel, psychic boy?" I snorted.

"Angry, sad, lonely, cold, put to the side, betrayed, scared, confused, tired, and like you don't belong."

I opened my mouth to say something, but realized I couldn't. He really did know my feelings, was it possible he was in the same boat?

"I know you can't accept it right now, but it doesn't mean you can run away and give up something you have now and can never have again."

I felt one more tear slid off my cheek.

"You don't have to be alone. I'll help you face your fears, we'll do it together."

"Really?" I looked at him, a small hope drifting inside of me.

"Yeah," he smiled brightly. "Cora and the others. We'll all pitch in."

I bit my lip.

"So?"

I squeezed my eyes shut before opening them and looking at Astro.

"You know what?" I gave him a tiny smile. "Okay."

It felt weird to step back in the apartment building, after I, uh, destroyed it. The window was still smashed from me ramming at it and the glass pieces were everywhere on the balcony. The couch was ripped up so much that fluff and stuffing was coming out. The walls were cracked and dented, the few pictures hanging on the walls were on the floor, and the place was a mess. Literally, it looked like someone let a riot or stampede through the house, not a little twelve year old like me.

"I'm really sorry," I bowed my head to Dr. Tenma, who still looked devastated at the condition I left his living room in.

He cleared his throat. "Well, we were going to renovate the living room anyways." He smiled a wry smile.

"Really?" I felt like he was lying to me, just so I wouldn't have to worry.

"Yes, anyways, I think we should lead you to your room now."

I raised an eye brow.

"My own room?" I asked.

"Of course, since you don't have anyone to stay with, we thought we might adopt you and, um…" Dr. Tenma motioned for us to follow.

After following the Head of the Ministry of Science down many corridors, we came to a white door. "After you," he said and opened the door.

I glanced inside and realized how big my room was. Maybe it wasn't that big, but it still was a good space to have about ten people fit inside.

"Wow." I gapped.

"Double wow on that one," Cora smiled.

"Wow times one hundred thousand plus one!" Zane exclaimed.

Everyone turned to stare at him.

"What? I'm just saying my observations out loud like everyone else!"

I couldn't help but giggle. Maybe living here wouldn't be so bad.

"It's really spacious," Astro commented.

"Yes, I re-made one of the guest rooms so it would be a bit more… uh, girly." Dr. Tenma struggled with that word.

"It's really cool," I spun around in a circle. "I like it!"

Dr. Tenma smiled. "I take it you might want some alone time…?"

I nodded. "I'll be out in a few minutes."

"Alright," Dr. Tenma smiled.

Cora, Zane, and Astro left my now proclaimed room, but before Dr. Tenma left, I said quietly, "Thank you, Dr. Tenma."

He smiled proudly. "You can call me dad." And left.

I sat on bed wondering on that note how my life could have two dads. The blood related one and the one I felt was responsible enough to depend on.

I actually kinda like how this chapter came out.

I hope Annie doesn't sound all snobish or anything. I just want her to sound harsh on herself, not an emo.

till next time,

Hasta Luego!

-NW :3