Note from the Author: Took me almost about a month to get this done. Dealing with college and everything else is a roller-coaster but at least here, I pulled this off. A few things I want to mention. First off is Denise's superior and if you notice, he's based off a character from a video game called LA Noire. But he has no relation to the actual character itself. Also, this chapter introduces Denise's parents and I know these two will be around for a long time to come. Last but not least is this... I want to thank everyone who has helped me go through this and I recommended that you check out BlackRussian's Recut series and MegaBauer's Defender of the Human Race fic. They are awesome and I know you won't be disappointed. In the meantime, be sure to read and review. Like I always say, the reviews help me keep going with my fic and I promise you that I'll keep going to the bitter end. Enjoy.
Chapter 3 – Stopped in Time; The Flashy Fiasco
Light Residence – 11:06 AM
I arrived back after dealing with CrashMan at the Grand Canyon. It was a serious fight but the new armor really took a beating. I'm quite surprised that it helped me out. My grandpa was at the basement lab doing some work when he saw me arrive. I can tell things may… or may not go well for us.
"Ah, Robert… you've arrived. How did it go? Were you able to defeat Wily's robot at the Grand Canyon?" I nodded at him. It was enough to please him for sure. "Very good. Are you heading off again? I think you should need a few minutes to rest up. You don't want to overwork yourself."
"Don't worry, I'll be fine. I'm only here to get a quick recharge and then I'm gone. It should only take me about a couple of minutes." I went into a special capsule and pressed something on the screen.
My gramps saw the capsule do its work repairing my body and armor. I felt a sensation that eased my mind and body. While that was going on, Tron arrived but she was more of in a rush. Turns out she received a phone call from her brother saying that Glyde plans to attack the New Light Airport. When she heard about it, she was already fuming. She wanted to make Glyde pay for nearly killing her. Truth is, she saved Denise at the cost of her hair. I'm at least grateful it didn't get any worse.
"Tron, where are you going?" said Dr. Light. Asking a question at a time like this isn't going to make it any helpful.
"I have no time to talk Dr. Light. Teisel called and I have to be there to help him. Wily's sending out his subordinate to attack the airship Robert brought for us. It's payback time." Tron got on her Gustaff and got it online. Gramps then saw six Servbots she chose for this task appeared armed and ready.
"Servbots #3, 9, 12, 23, 29 and 38 reporting for duty Miss Tron." Servbot #3 said. Tron smiled seeing them ready for action.
"Listen up everyone. Wily's lackey is planning to attack the airport. We got to be there and stop him! Are you guys ready? We're moving out!" She heard the Servbots yell out "Roger!" and they were ready to move out. "Sorry doctor but I have to go." Before she did, a beep was heard and they both saw me get out of the recharge capsule.
I was 100% and ready to move on plus my armor was good as new. Gramps and the others did a really good job building me new armor but I know I'm going to need a lot more help than that. Tron got off the Gustaff and simply gave me a hug. I always love it when she does that because it gives me a sense of hope that at least I go back to a loving sweetheart like Tron.
"Robert, I have to go help Denise and my brother. Glyde is planning to attack the airport and the ship you brought to us may be in danger." Hearing that made me want to put everything aside just so I can help her out.
"What? If Glyde's going to try to attack, I have to be there to stop him. Come on, let's go!" But Tron didn't move. I had a feeling this would happen.
"Robert… you need to deal with Wily and his robots. This is something we can handle by ourselves. Denise will have some of the New Light City Police Department backing her up. Plus, Teisel and I can deal with him because it's payback time for what he did to me." She turned to show me a mark she had on the back of her head. That was from the free-for-all we had about a week back (see Arc 2: Chapter 8). It's a personal vendetta here.
"Just don't do anything careless okay? I'm telling you this Tron because Glyde's not like Lex Loath or Wily. He's a dangerous threat so you better keep your eyes open okay?" I wanted to make sure that Tron doesn't get hurt this time. She then responded by planting a kiss on my lips. I can take that as a yes.
"I'll be alright. Trust me. You go on and tackle Wily's robots. The world needs a hero… my hero." Tron went on to nuzzle me and that got me a little lightheaded. But that was interrupted due to my gramps.
"If you two are finished with your kind gestures, I have work to do at the moment." You're such a killjoy Grandpa. My fist clenched tightly because I really dislike interruptions. Tron gently touched my hand knowing that here is not a good idea. I nodded at her and we both then went outside.
"You can pretty much tell what goes through my head right now when I have to deal with him." I took a few steps back to let off some steam. Tron had a look of worry seeing me rage like that. I swear, I didn't want her to see this. Fortunately, I got my much-needed breather.
"I worry for you Robert, I really do. I don't want you to be angry toward Dr. Light. He's all that you have left in your family." I know Tron. I know that very well.
"Yeah. Listen, if there's anything I'm good at it's trying to deal with him. Most of the times it would lead to a disagreement and then an argument." I tried to compose myself but it was hard to do. Tron comforted me as a sign saying not to worry about it.
"I have to go now… just don't let it bother you okay? You still have a job to do." We both shared a kiss and Tron then drove off on her Gustaff. Maybe she's right. I can't get distracted because that would force me not to think straight. I went back inside and saw my grandpa doing some paperwork in the living room. I can tell things ain't going to go well.
"Did you really have to interrupt us grandpa? That wasn't a smart thing to do." I grabbed my helmet hoping to head off again.
"You do know I am busy with other work and I need the basement lab to get it done. I don't think it should be used as a hangout. There's the living room for that." At least he has a point on there.
"You could have at least told us nicely instead of being grumpy like some old hag… which you are." Hearing that made my grandpa stop what he did, turned around, got up afterwards and looked at me squarely in the eye. I wasn't afraid of what he would do. Trust me.
"If there is anything I can't tolerate Robert Light, it's your behavior especially toward someone who has raised you ever since your father died. I believe you've known it by now that I do not condone in your actions." Actions? That got me a bit riled up.
"While I'm going off saving the world, you're busy working on something that you wouldn't even tell your own grandson. Don't you think you should put the emphasis on helping me out into top priority? You know I can't do this alone." Let's see what Grandpa can come up with this time.
"I'm right now working on a very classified project. To ensure that Wily doesn't get his hands on this project, all participants involved signed a clause stating that no one is allowed to reveal any information on the project." I can tell he had to sign it for sure. "I apologize if I wasn't able to assist you. I've been quite busy."
"Like you always have." Why is it that anytime I talk to him, he has the tendency to get a little rough on the edges? "Anyway, I have to be off. I only came here for a quick recharge because Wily's robots are still out there. I heard that one of them has occupied the Valley of Rubies in Mogok, Burma." When my grandpa heard about this, he was concerned.
"Burma? Why would Wily attack a place like that?" Even I wonder why he would do something like that. "He isn't this desperate to attack places like that. There has to be a reason." I for one knew where this was going.
"I have one such reason. Wily is desperate and in need of money to keep his operations afloat. Sure, he may have enough for a huge army but what if he begins to run out. When that happens, he'll begin taking risks and when he does… it'll be the perfect opportunity to strike." Dr. Light didn't seem convinced about it.
"Well if that happens, be careful. Wily will do whatever necessary to stop you." He then went on to say that his robots are deadly and all that junk. Now I can tell this is going to make me a little repulsed inside.
I simply looked at him and said this, "Gramps… I get it. I'll be fine so no worries okay? Good. I'm off." Putting my helmet back, I went out of the house and was already off. He had a look of worry on his face but the look I had on my face… is one that I can't stand.
What's gotten into that boy? He's not like what he used to be. I know it is the result of him choosing to be a hero. I only hope that it doesn't go to his head completely. Gramps… you really have no idea what's going through my head. Trust me because you are the least of my worries… for sure.
New Light Airport – 11:25 AM
Like every city in the United States, there's always a place where people can go if they want to travel to anywhere in the world. This is New Light Airport. Next to the airport was a hangar where many of the planes used by New Light Airlines were stored. One such hangar is home to an airship I brought back from Dr. Wily. However, it's going to be home to something seriously dangerous. A police blockade was seen covering up most of the outer hangar. Police officers were there setting up defenses and getting ready for when opposition would come. Denise meanwhile was accompanied with Tron and Teisel. They know who is showing up but they wonder what will happen. It's like they always say… expect the unexpected.
"Man, the police department really is bringing out the big guns here." Teisel had a look of shock seeing most of the New Light Police Department getting things set up. "I wonder if trying to stop Glyde is really that important."
"It is important Teisel because like Lex Loath, Glyde is also a wanted criminal. He's wanted on multiple charges but the only difference here is that… well, you get the idea." Guess it has to do with the deaths of the Bonnes' parents.
"We already know Denise. You don't have to tell us. Anyway, we're grateful that you let us join the New Light PD so we can get this guy. This time… he'll pay." Tron saw her brother crack his knuckles.
"Your brother really seems excited." Teisel didn't say a word. But still… this guy is all ready to kick some butt but the action hasn't even arrived yet.
"I already know. Anyway, thanks for letting us accompany you. No wonder you are my BFF." The two shared a BFF hug but that got interrupted due to a cell phone ringtone. "Is that your phone Denise?"
"Oh, it is. Sorry, ha ha. Let me answer that." Denise takes out her cellphone and checks to see. "Hello? This is Denise… mom?" This comes as a surprise especially from Tron. While this was happening, in New Light Police Station, a woman was contacting her from the officer's personal quarters.
In the third floor was a young woman in her early to mid-40s having blue eyes and long brown hair going down below her knees. Her uniform was unique for an officer of her caliber. Consisting of a white short-sleeved jacket that went to her knees, a blue shirt, blue pants and blue sneakers, she wore it well and it was neat. Her badge on her desk showed her rank and position and that was of the New Light Police Department Special Weapons division. Something tells me that I would eventually know them too… just like with Mr. and Mrs. Bonne.
"Denise honey, hi. I heard from your dad that you're at New Light Airport. What seems to be the problem?" I thought Mrs. Marmalade knew of this by now. Guess not.
"Well, you know Mega Man right? Well, he brought back a big airship from the evil Dr. Wily and it's right here. However, I found out from my superior it's going to be attacked… right now." Hearing that made Mrs. Marmalade a bit fired up.
"Right now? Do you need backup? My Special Weapons task force will help you keep that airport in one piece. What do you say?" Denise got nervous. If her mother were around, it'd be a bit embarrassing. She decided on the best method necessary to dissuade her.
"I don't think that'll be necessary mom. I already have most of the New Light Police here to help." Guess hearing that wasn't making things helpful.
"Are those officers under the command of a certain Captain?" Hoo boy. Things are getting good now.
"Yeah, mom. They're under the command of a guy named Donnelly. Why are you telling me this? Denise replied. Tron simply watched her BFF continue talking.
"Donnelly? I should have asked your father to have you transferred to my unit. This guy can't even get his Homicide squad to do anything right. At least in my unit, you don't have to worry if you do well or not. I worry for you Denise and so does your father." Her words seem to make Denise's heart tug around for a bit.
"I know you and dad really want what is best but I want to prove that I have what it takes to stand on my own. You already have, dad already has and even Liz who has done the same thing. So please… let me do this." Denise's mom took some time to think about it. Hearing that from her own daughter made Mrs. Marmalade seem very convinced. It didn't take long for her to make a decision.
"I guess I can't convince ya after all. All right then Denise I'll let you handle things yourself. Just don't do anything careless you hear?" Denise simply responded with a simple yes. "If anything happens, you let me know and I'll be there. Okay? Good. I'll talk to you later Denise. Bye." She hung up the phone ending the conversation. Denise did the same on her end.
"Never thought I'd be hearing you talk with your own mom. Wow." That's my thoughts exactly, Tron. Denise simply didn't say anything.
"Yeah… my family is in the field of law enforcement. My mom's head of the Special Weapons division, my sis is in the Bomb Squad and my dad's the Chief of Police. It's a tradition we've had for years now since grandpa joined the police force." Why does this remind me of a tradition that every family would normally do?
"Wow. I really had no idea…" Oh come on Tron. Hearing that from Denise comes as no surprise. "But anyway, we need to prepare ourselves. Glyde may attack at anytime.
"Good idea. Come on." Denise replied. Tron and Denise met up with Teisel and some of the Servbots. They then prepared themselves for when Glyde would appear.
Nearby was a police captain that wore an outfit that made him look like a detective. He was a man in his mid-40s with brown clean-cut hair, brown eyes and had an outfit consisting of a two-piece brown suit with white-buttoned shirt, red tie and brown dress shoes. He was moving around getting most of his forces ready and was a bit rough on the edges. My guess this is the police captain that Denise told her mom about. This is one guy that we shouldn't be dealing with.
"Alright everyone, let's get this over with. As you know, we received word from one of our informants that Lex's associate Glyde is attacking the airport. More specifically, this ship right here." All the officers including Denise got a look at the ship I stole from Dr. Wily. Okay, it's getting a bit old now. "We've been ordered to make sure this ship is out of harm's way and to have Glyde face justice. Now then, all of you have your orders. This is your chance… see to it none of you fail me. You understand?" The captain spoke looking at everyone especially Denise who didn't say a word. "Very good. Carry on." The Captain walked off causing the other officers to disperse.
"So that's your superior officer huh? Such a suck-up." Tron said. Denise turned wondering if what she said was legit. "What? It's true."
"Come on Tron, stop it. He isn't that bad of a person." She then let off a sigh. "I just don't want to worry about it right now. Let's head back to your brother. We should focus more on stopping Glyde than having to contend with my own superior." Denise and Tron walked to where Teisel was. He got a look at all the cops getting ready to take on Glyde.
But far away from the airport, Glyde was flying in his signature ship called the Rafale. Since he now serves Dr. Wily, he was able to use Wily's technology to improve his personal craft. With the help of his Birdbots, he was able to enhance his ship and improve it to make it stronger. Now armed with more advanced armor and weapons, he was ready to get his revenge against the Bonnes and me for ruining his life along with being forced to serve a mad scientist. Fortunately, this would be the perfect opportunity to do that.
So this is New Light Airport… I thought Wily said that there wouldn't be much resistance. I must have been discovered somehow. No matter… it'll provide me the perfect opportunity to test out the new and improved Rafale. Going at full throttle, he reached New Light Airport but seeing the resistance that he would be up against, he decided to try a different tactic.
"What are you doing? We're supposed to attack them from the front." One of the birdbots said in an alert tone. That made Glyde a little ticked.
"The front will not work you fool. I'm relying on a different approach. Now you will sit there and not say a word. We do things my way… not Wily's." Do I smell a sense of doubt from this guy?
Reaching a good enough range, he turns the Rafale and reaches the airport. On the ground, Teisel along with Tron and Denise were waiting. It's too bad they won't wait for long. An explosion was heard not far where they were. They turned to see and it was already too late. Glyde's Rafale has begun his attack on the New Light Airport. All of the officers were frantically on the move getting their weapons and firing whatever they can to take it down. Handguns, semi-automatics and even sniper rifles weren't enough. Not even a dent and Glyde struck back firing its weapons against the officers. Two police cars went up in flames and most of the cops were retreating just by the sight of that destruction. However, Tron along with her brother and Denise weren't running. They were ready to fight and using the Gustaff, Tron fired a few shots hoping to get its attention. Fortunately they did but they knew it wasn't going to be an easy feat.
"I got a direct hit… sort of." Tron said, nervously. "Looks like he's coming around again." Tron held her ground although she wasn't prepared for Glyde's attack.
So… the Bonnes decide to join in on the action. I'd say it's more fun for me. Pressing a button caused the Rafale to activate its Vulcan guns. The resulting attack made Teisel and Denise hide away hoping to avoid the bullet fire.
"That was too close." Yeah, a little close for comfort I'll say. She saw the Rafale move around ready to attack with another strike. "Let's see Glyde dodge this." Pressing a few buttons, she set up the Gustaff's arm to activate its missile launcher. Firing a shot, Tron prays that it'll hit its target.
"Sir, incoming missile!" Glyde didn't have much time to react and the missile hit its mark. He struggled as hard as he could to keep his ship steady but it was of no avail. The Rafale was heading into a free fall but Glyde wasn't going to let it happen.
"They think I can be taken out so easily? Think again!" Glyde pressed a button causing its engine to be removed. Immediately afterwards, it underwent a transformation turning into some kind of battle mode.
"No way…" Denise was shocked at seeing this. It was going to be a very long battle indeed.
"That jerk doesn't know when to quit does he?" Teisel responded. He cracked his knuckles knowing that he would get a piece of him eventually. "Tron… Denise, let's get him!"
"He's still on his Rafale. We don't know if we'll be able to take him down." Tron replied hoping to dissuade his brother but one look from his face told him otherwise.
"Tron… Glyde nearly killed you and I can never forgive him for that. He needs to pay for what's he done to us. His boss paid the price and soon, he'll suffer the same fate. Let's do this." With determination, he took whatever weapon he can get his hands on and went off to take on Glyde.
Letting off a sigh, Tron pressed a button releasing several Servbots from inside the Gustaff. Without much hesitation, they went off to join Teisel to take on Glyde. Tron looked at Denise with a bit of worry but the two both had confident looks and were ready to go.
"Be careful Denise… Glyde may have some nasty surprises this time. If things get hairy, get out of there." Tron said hoping to keep Denise at ease.
"I'll be alright Tron. My parents helped me get to where I am and I won't let them down. I'll make sure that Glyde pays for what he did to you and that's a promise." She gives Tron a hug and the two immediately were on their way to battle.
I can tell this will be an intense fight. But Denise had a sense of doubt in her eyes. It wasn't going to stop her from doing what has to be done. Armed with her pistol, she joined her two best friends. The only thing I'm hoping for is that the fight goes well for them… but I have a bad feeling that something terrible will happen for everyone involved. Maybe I should have convinced Tron to let me help them out. More power to them.
Mogok, Burma – 11:55 PM
Since ancient times, the city of Mogok has been famous for it's gemstones. Whether it's ruby, sapphire or even chrysoberyl, any sort of gem can be found there provided that you have permission to buy them that is. Heck, everyone refers to this place as Valley of the Rubies. The people of the town are already asleep looking forward to the next day. But they have no idea that someone is going to claim all their hard work. I arrived at the outer area of the mines and what I saw was some pipes nearby. If my facts are correct, that means Wily's bots must have been here. I didn't have much time to waste so I went inside.
"Oh my god…" What I saw was the cave being completely occupied. Robots were all over the place moving and collecting the gemstones. Not only that but they were able to go into the deeper sections of the place and obtain even the rare gemstones.
All the way down below was a Robot Master that was watching the operation take hold. He was suave, calm and didn't like to have confrontations. His special power involved time manipulation and he was based on the designs of a powered up robot. Seeing everything going smoothly, he continues walking about. But then he receives a communication from a very unlikely villain.
"FlashMan, how goes the extraction process?" Looks like the nutball really is responsible for all of this. This comes off as a dull surprise.
"Everything is proceeding as planned monsieur Wily. We've already extracted 50% of this mine's jewels. We should have everything cleaned out within a few hours. Everything is proceeding as you planned doctor." FlashMan was calm during his discussion.
"Do not get careless FlashMan. Mega Man has already defeated AirMan and CrashMan. Do not suffer the same fate as them." But FlashMan wasn't worried.
"I'm not like them. Their carelessness led to them suffering these horrid defeats. I however have been built with the power of time on my side but unlike him, I am pure perfection. I will not make the same mistake as them." Wow. That's confident.
"You better be right. Failure will not be tolerated." The communication was cut. FlashMan didn't seem to care. The only thing he cared about was completing his objective. All the way up top however, I saw that Wily is planning to loot these mines and use the gems to make money. He has to be stopped.
All these pipes lead straight downward but if I free fall straight down, Wily's bots would seriously give me a thrashing. I'll need to try a different approach. I looked around and saw another tunnel straight ahead. This tunnel straight ahead should lead me downward. Here goes.
To avoid the enemy bots, I went to the tunnel and continued my way. However, I knew this wouldn't be anything but easy. Turned out several of Wily's robots have occupied this tunnel including a group of Blockys and Crazy Cannons. However, there was a new enemy nearby and it looked like some kind of jar shooting out some kind of messed up pipes. I was cautious and fired a few Mega Buster shots. I took the pipe down but that thing kept firing out more of them.
"Okay, this is getting lame. Battlechip, Spreader!" My Mega Buster turned into a Spread gun and I fired one concentrated blast taking out the jar and those freaky pipes. "How many other enemies are in here? This is going to be bad."
I kept going blasting and dodging whatever came my way whether it was those Scworms or even the Blockys that I dealt with back in the Grand Canyon. But these guys were persistent and I knew the situation was going to be tough that's for sure. If that wasn't enough, I had the strange feeling that I was being watched. This is making things really freaky.
I heard something… am I hearing things? What the hell! I kept going trying not to worry about it.
Reaching downwards, I encountered the usual entourage of robot troops consisting of Blocky, Scworms and even Crazy Cannons. They put up a fight but I managed to take them down. Looking at the map on my Buster Arm, I find that the true mastermind behind this is at B11. I'm already at B3 and the bot down there is eight floors down. I didn't care anyway because I needed some exercise. Continuing my approach, I met an opponent I know all too well… the Sniper Joe. However, unlike the regular and bladed Joes, these bots were orange in color and pack heavy firepower. Made worse is that they are on some sort of jumping machine blocking my way hoping I would get a smashing. I used the Spreader to fire a shot but it didn't work. The armor itself resisted the attack but I was persistent and went at it again. Like before, it didn't work so it responded with a turret blast that made me run for cover.
That armor on the jumper is thick. There has to be some weapon I can use to take it down but what? Wait, I got it! I changed my Spreader back into my regular battle arm and then used the Air Shooter. This should take it out. I fired a blast that launched three cyclones. It totaled the Sniper Joe's walker forcing it back on the good.
It raced toward me and I decided to go for an ice-based attack but I forgot that I don't have the Ice Slasher anymore. To let everyone know, after that huge fight in Arc 2, Dr. Light insisted to keep the data chip that had the weapons from the original eight Robot Masters in storage and replace it with a new chip. I figured that if I can't take him down in the usual way, I went for the different approach. I dodge his shield attack and responded by punching him in the face, doing a kick to the chest and took him out with a Mega Buster shot. Too bad he didn't respond fast enough to repel the shot. I continued on my way but I stopped and wondered who was watching me.
What is that? Not again… damn it, who the hell is watching me? Like before, I ignored it and keep going. Too bad someone really was following me and waiting. Whoever it is decides it's right to stalk me.
Down below, FlashMan continued to watch his robots extract the jewels from the mine. However, one of his robots decided to give him some unlikable news.
"Sir, we have an intruder attacking our robot workers." Hearing that from the robot gave FlashMan a face that didn't seem pleasing. "He's already reaching Basement 5 and is heading down taking our robots as we speak."
"Ignore him. He will soon have company. In the meantime, have all the goods transferred out. Wily must have them by the deadline. Exercer." FlashMan walked off without saying another word. The worker looked on in worry what he meant. Too bad I'll find out the hard way.
I reached B7 and the resistance began to decrease. I'm wondering if someone must have told FlashMan about my arrival. Right now, I didn't care so I kept going hoping to reach the bottom floor. But before I did, I stopped moving because I heard that sound again. Now it got to the point where it was very annoying. I turned around to wonder if someone was following me and to my surprise, no one was seen. But then someone attacked me from behind but I turned around to get out of the way.
"If you're going to try for a surprise attack, do it when I know you wouldn't stalk me like a bullfrog." That alone made him mad. He then went at me and I gave him a punch to the face. "Still as stubborn as ever… even after I saved your life."
"You still haven't changed Robert Light." Yep, it's Bass and he wants a piece of me. Too bad it had to be a place like this.
"It has been a while Bastian… about almost a month I think. Tell me, what has happened to you since I sent Wily to jail?" I was curious and asking something like that would be really stupid. But you probably are wondering what happened to him since the end of Arc I.
"It wasn't much… being away from Wily made me question myself along with my loyalties." Is he being out of character telling me this? "After you sent Wily to jail, I decided to leave the city for a while. It gave me a bit of time to reflect… but even though I did, I couldn't get you out of my head. I wanted to know why… why did you save me? Why when you know you could have left me to die?" You still really don't know why I had to save your life. Even after I told you, you don't get it.
"Do you even have any idea why I saved you? Even after I told you two times already? You have a Bassinium core and when I left you that scar, it triggered something nasty inside. And when we did fought again, it went critical and the resulting explosion would have leveled most of the United States. Millions of lives would have been lost and I didn't want that to happen. So basically… I had to do the only logical choice and that was to save you by inserting a Lightanium shard into your core. Maybe that shard is what's making you think and act like this." I wasn't surprised that I knew about this by now.
"Maybe… and I still think about why the hell you had to save me. Eventually I realized that the only reason why you saved me was that you wanted the satisfaction of me killing you… and that's exactly what I plan to do!" Being the uppity he is, Bass charged up his dark blade and went at me.
I dodged some of his attacks and responded by simply punching him in the stomach. Something wasn't right because all he was doing was attacking me. I just wanted to get him out of the way because I had to stop Wily's robots from raiding the mines. He then decided to use his buster to fire a few blasts. Evading them, I responded with a blast of my own. That gave him a bit of recoil and I countered with another shot. I then gave him a barrage of punches inflicting some damage. None of them hit his scar meaning that it wasn't fatal. Once that was done, I gave him a kick to the chest forcing him back. He then went at it again and it still didn't work. Something was off and I felt the fight wasn't giving me a bit of satisfaction. Stinks it has to end like this.
"I hate to be a bother but you're becoming a bore Bastian. Why don't you cool off for a little while? I still have Wily's robots to take down. Battlechip, GaiaHammer!" I turned my Mega Buster into a large hammer and smacked it to the ground. It caused a tremor to affect the area and before I left, I gave Bass a little wave.
"No! Come back and fight!" Too bad it was too late. The tunnel was caved in and I was already on my way. He tried to slash his way through but it was of no avail. That made him really pissed.
"Damn you Mega Man. Damn you to hell! I promise you that you'll be mine… your head will be my trophy! Just wait till next time. Next time is when there's nowhere to run and you'll be all mine. You can count on it." So much for the fight yet I wonder if he was even trying.
But anyway, after that intense battle I was continuing on my way to the bottom floor. Eventually I reached an opening and decided to just jump straight down. Getting a good look, I saw that most of the mine has been emptied out. Looks like I was too late but I know that there may be a chance. When I reached the bottom, I saw him waiting as if he knew I'd be here. I kept my guard up in case he tried anything. You never know what they can pull on you because it may already be too late.
"So you must be the bot behind all this… what have you done to these mines?" I aimed my Mega Buster at him. He didn't do a thing but I had to be cautious.
"I'm afraid you are far too late monsieur. These mines have been cleared out. Nothing remains." Damn it! I was too late. "Soon, Wily will have what he needs to expand his army. However, the threat remains… and that is you." I saw him get up and walk closer to me. I was nervous. I was afraid that he might pull off something crazy. I couldn't let my guard down.
"I can feel your fear… you have no idea of my potential. Did you know I was created to destroy you?" I simply let off a nod. "But did you know I'm based off the designs of another?" Another? No way. "Yes. I see you finally get what I mean. I have the power to manipulate time itself. Where as he can simply slow it down, I arreter le temps tout a fait!" He's based off TimeMan.
"You won't get away with this FlashMan! I'm taking you down." FlashMan seemed to chuckle. He wondered if I was even giving a shit… and I wasn't.
"Feeble… absolutely feeble Mega Man. You have no idea what Docteur Wily has in store for you. I plan to do much worse for you… once you're no more." I suddenly saw him transform before my eyes. In just a split second, he turned into an exact replica of me. "Once you're dead, then I'll tear your family apart piece… by piece." I didn't want to hear anymore of it.
Racing toward FlashMan, I started the fight with a punch to the face. But he dodged it and countered with a slap. He hit me good but I kept at it. FlashMan dodged every one of my attacks and responded with simple slaps even going as far as punching me. This was really ticking me off so I decided to go for a kick attack but he easily moved away dodging it.
"What's wrong Mega Man? Can't lay a hand on me? Weak-minded boy. I thought you could actually put up a fight. Guess I was wrong… very wrong." He walked closer to me hoping to attack me again but I quickly responded with a double kick to the chest. "Qu'est-ce?" I took out my Mega Buster and fired a few blasts.
It forced him back and I continued my onslaught. I didn't let down… not even for an instant because it would be bad if I did. I pulled some punches and kicks giving FlashMan a whacking. Eventually, he backed away and didn't like wanting to go all close-range. He let off a smile as if what I did was all for show. Still, I have no idea what he's capable of and being based on an incomplete robot makes me wonder what he's really made of. I'm about to find out the hard way.
"Impressive. You are violent yet your strength blinds you… it blinds you to realizing that you are a fool." I looked at him after hearing that. "Yes… a stupid, pitiful fool."
"What did you call me?" I responded with my Mega Buster aimed at him. FlashMan seemed suave after saying that. It's bad that I get teased but this is just ridiculous.
"I said you're a fool but I doubt your processor can comprehend that. Why don't I show you a trick I have in store for you?" Without warning, FlashMan disappeared.
I looked around to see where he could be but he wasn't seen anywhere. Suddenly, I felt a punch that hit my face. It all happened too quickly. Then I was struck with another punch and it went on to a barrage of punches and kicks. After a few seconds, I was on the floor reeling in pain. I tried to get up again only for FlashMan to appear behind me. My bad feeling just got worse.
"Your time's up… Time Stopper!" Without warning, I was struck with a flash that was so intense, that it caused my optic circuits to immediately go offline.
I couldn't see. It drove me mad. I tried to pull some punches but I only ended up hitting the air around me. FlashMan looked on with glee. He decided to give me a kick to the back pushing me forward a few feet. I turned around but due to my lack of sight, I couldn't see who attacked me. I ran toward it to throw a punch and FlashMan tripped me making me hit the ground face first. He really enjoyed humiliating me. But nothing prepared me for what he would do next.
"Look at you… squirming like a little child. Without your sight, you are powerless. Impuissant!" He walked closer to me and tried to kick me again. I heard him coming so I responded by throwing a kick of my own. Too bad he moved back because I wanted to get a piece of him. "I see you still have some fight left. Most amusing." FlashMan smiled at this.
"I don't need my eyes to beat you…" I got up but I was still determined to take him out. He had to be stopped. Due to the lack of sight, my other senses became stronger. "I'll let my other senses speak for me."
"Go ahead and try. Allow me to show you another trick I have. Neon Light!" Lifting his arm, he let out a multi-colored wave of energy that raced straight for me.
I heard it coming closer and that made me respond by getting out of the way eventually hitting the wall behind me exploding in the process. FlashMan went at it again with his Neon Light summoning more of them. Hearing them come closer caused me to react quickly. I was able to evade several but my evasion got the better of me and I ended up taking the full force of an oncoming Neon Light. I was sent flying through a wall and FlashMan began walking. I struggle getting up but he didn't give me a chance to even recover.
"Don't bother monsieur. This fight's already over. Without your sight, you can't defend yourself. Even your senses couldn't save you." His hand began to gather electrical energy. I tried to move out of the way but couldn't. His hand had a tight grip on my neck. Stinks that you can't even see what the hell is going on. "Au revoir, Mega Man. Too bad you won't get a chance to see me kill you." Okay, hearing that was stupid. "Spark Arm!"
But before he could finish me off, several Clock Arrows came out of nowhere striking the ground. Seeing this forced FlashMan to let me go and jump back. I couldn't see what went on but then I felt my neck being stabbed. My neuron circuits accelerated as a result of the stabbing. My optic circuits immediately went online and I got to see. Thank god. I looked around to find TimeMan armed with two large Clock Arrows meant for close combat. My one thought is this… what in the hell is he doing here?
"TimeMan! How did you get here?" I asked with curiosity, "And better yet, did you stab me with something?" TimeMan looked at me giving me a smile. I was still confused.
"You know this would waste my time correct? Also, I injected a little something into your circuits. This should protect you from any little negativities though it did help you out here." Now I noticed why my sight is restored.
"I noticed. Thanks." As much as he liked the compliment, I had a feeling that it wasn't him who provided it. "Let me guess… grandpa made it right?"
"He did. But let's save the explanations for later. It's high time we both take him on." I agreed with him on that and joined TimeMan in the fight against FlashMan.
"So… you decided to be involved with this fight. Never thought I would see an incomplete excuse of a creation." Ouch! What a way to taunt TimeMan.
"What's it to you? You may be based off my design but you don't have the soul to carry it." It didn't impress FlashMan but that didn't stop him from going on the offense.
TimeMan raced toward FlashMan hoping to get a strike on him but he was unable to. FlashMan seemingly disappeared from view. I know for sure he pulled off his Time Stopper. Next thing I see was TimeMan getting smacked in the face followed by three blows to his chest. The third blow sent him flying and I can tell this is bad. FlashMan immediately reappeared but was now in front of TimeMan. He then blocked TimeMan's punch only for him to twist his hand making him release one of his Clock Arrow blades. He decides now to pour salt on an open wound.
"Do you see why I am superior to you in every way? Well do you?" FlashMan said. TimeMan tried to speak but couldn't due to the pain. "No wonder you are deemed a failure. Humanity will never accept you. They will deny you, forget about you and when it's done, they will leave you to rot." TimeMan continued to struggle under FlashMan's tight grip.
I couldn't sit by and see TimeMan get his ass kicked so I raced toward FlashMan. But like always, he uses his Time Stopper to stop time and evade my attack. He then reappeared and countered with an attack of his own. I was prepared for this so I swapped for the Crash Bomber and fired a shot. Where I aimed it though was put into question because I missed… or did I? I then gave a kick to FlashMan pushing him back a bit. He didn't seem amused by my offense.
"You certainly are a persistent one. Do you really wish to save this deficient excuse of a reploid? If you are then you monsieur are a fool." Is that so? I wouldn't be so sure. "What's with that smile boy?"
"Oh let's just say things are going to get good." The Crash Bomber that I "fired" caused an explosion. It sent FlashMan flying and that got me back on the offense.
Grabbing one of TimeMan's Clock Arrow blades, I ran and gave the time-stopping bot a whacking. One of the blows did some damage to his head but most of my other attacks focused on his body. Throwing the blade aside (which it landed next to TimeMan), I switched to the Crash Bomber and fired one of them landing on the wall behind him. I then tackled him to the wall and jumped back. The Crash Bomber I planted detonated dealing more damage. I went over to TimeMan and helped him out. Opening a spare compartment, I gave him an E-Capsule so he can recharge. It was a meager amount but he'll be all right. I can't say the same for FlashMan though.
"I am grateful to you Mega Man… but I am not in need of help." Hearing that made me wonder if FlashMan's words got the better of him.
"Don't listen to what that bright butt said to you. Sure, you may not be perfect or anything outside but what matters is the inside. You're unique in your own way. Don't ever forget that. Besides, it's more than enough to show that you are at least alive." Did I decide to be some sort of icky advice-giving guy? Oy. Hearing what I said made TimeMan realize this and his face went from conflicted to calm.
"You're right. I should be grateful of that. Thank you Mega… no. Thank you Robert Light." I was happy hearing that but that interrupted thanks to an irate time-stopping spy. Looking at him, he was damaged a bit and some of his armor had some cracks. But his face was full of anger and I can tell.
"How absurd… you choose to accept yourself being incomplete? So be it." He decided to try using his Time Stopper attack but it didn't work. "What? Pourquoi? Why isn't it working?" FlashMan kept trying to use the Time Stopper but nothing happened.
"My guess when you got blasted by the Crash Bomber, it also disabled your Time Stopper. So much for trying to blind us." At least with that, we can fight on equal ground.
"No matter. I may not have the power to freeze time but I can still destroy you both." He then decided to race toward us in a blind yet angry fashion. During his dash, we saw both his hands charging electricity. My guess it's one of his other attacks.
"Battlechip, BambooSword!" My buster hand turned into a wide sword full of wood energy. TimeMan grabbed both his Clock Arrow Blades and held them with a tight grip. "Let's do this." TimeMan nodded in agreement. We both raced toward FlashMan with our goal of taking him down.
"I hope you gentlemen like a shock because this one is intense. Spark Arm!" I used the BambooSword to evade his attack. TimeMan and I followed with a counterattack. FlashMan however blocked both our attacks and pushed us back.
He went for the Spark Arm attack again. I was able to get out of the way but TimeMan wasn't as lucky. He felt the full fury of FlashMan's attack and seeing him suffer like that was something I didn't like. I then raced to help him only for me to feel FlashMan's fury as well. The attack sent me flying a few feet but it didn't stop me from helping him. So I decided to go at it again and this time, I repelled his Spark Arm and struck him with the BambooSword. If that wasn't enough, I went for another strike. He was already being dazed from my previous strike. But neither TimeMan nor I were prepared for what FlashMan had in store next.
"Impressive. Most impressive." FlashMan got up and was able to shake off the damage I inflicted on him. I couldn't let my guard down because this bot had some fight left.
"What's with the gloating? I thought you were going to put up a fight? Come on FlashMan, what's with you?" I held my ground but FlashMan's face showed an evil smile.
"It's nothing at all monsieur. It's just that things are getting a bit dull." Where have I heard this stuff before? Oh yeah, almost every time. "Why don't we go straight for the end? After all, you won't be able to survive my true strength." Oh great, not this again.
"Instead of talking about it, why don't you just do it already? You already wasted more than an hour of my time with me trying to get here." Guess that was a pretty bad thing to say.
"You should be careful with speaking like that… you might just get it." FlashMan replied. I regret saying anything at all.
I saw energy emanating from his shoulder pads taking form into orbs of light. FlashMan grabbed the orbs and he began charging them up with electricity. He then races straight at me and I really had no clue what the heck's going on. TimeMan knew that it was bad and with whatever strength he had, got up and ran hoping to get me out of the way. I didn't know what was happening but TimeMan did.
"Temps de mourir Mega Man! Shining Browser Crasher!" He jumped high into the air and using both his charged orbs, he went in and attacked me. But TimeMan, in an attempt to save my skin, took the full force of the attack. What happened next was something I never want to go through ever again.
"TIMEMAN!" I shouted as TimeMan felt intense pain all over his body. FlashMan then threw him aside as he saw that some static was discharging from his hand. I saw him with that same evil smile. Looks like I'm next on his hit list.
"Inadequate worm… you should know better than to get involved with moi." Okay, trying to steal jewels just so you can make a quick buck is one thing but when you hurt someone who has not only saved my skin but also decided to accept being who he is… (Quoting Coop) now that's just wrong. "Now it's your turn."
"Listen up ya suave spark-headed douche. You cleaned out the mine or in this case, Burma's supply of jewels, blinded me with your flashy little toy and worst of all, you nearly killed my friend. Now, you're going to pay for what you've done and it's not just me but both of us!" Wow, that actually felt good.
"Go ahead and try. You will suffer the same fate as your 'friend'. Time to die!" He geared up to unleash his attack again. However, I decided to put an end to this fight and I had the perfect plan at hand.
I swapped for the Crash Bomber and raced straight for him. He did the same but unleashed his Shining Browser Crasher again. I dodged his attack and fired a Crash Bomb from behind that began to beep. I then returned to my Mega Buster and got a HeroSword up. Wielding a powerful blade, I raced at him again. We collided with our strongest attacks and then… it all went into silence. One side had a smile that was vicious and evil. The other was well… someone who wanted to avenge a friend. But then, something happened.
"No… non… impossible!" And with that, one went out in a big explosion. The blast rocked most of the mine causing it to shake. To my surprise, it was FlashMan who went out with a bang. His parts were all over the place and he was no more… that was for TimeMan.
With all of it finally over, I saw his arm nearby so I simply touched it and copied his main weapon, the Time Stopper. I know this thing has more than one function so I'll make sure to keep my eye on it. I then reached TimeMan and what I saw was horrifying. He was in bad shape, most of his body was disemboweled due to FlashMan's attack and judging by this, it was very severe. I helped him up and using the Jet Sled, we both were able to get out of there. Sure, I saved the day but I failed to save the country's precious jewels. How am I going to explain my gramps about all of this? At this point… I don't know. TimeMan… thank you.
New Light Airport – 12:55 PM (90 minutes later)
Though I succeeded in defeating FlashMan, I was unable to stop Wily from acquiring the Burma gemstones. Things however, aren't any easier for Tron and the others. Most of the area near the hangar looked like the set of a movie with some cop cars destroyed, the runway damaged due to Glyde's laser and missile fire and officers trying to get out of there without getting hurt. It was like a warzone with no end in sight. However, the tides of battle were about to change.
"Tron, we're in trouble! Glyde's new Rafale is packing a punch." Said Teisel. He hid near a damaged car while Tron was on her Gustaff.
"I know. I had no idea Wily decided to give his ship some much firepower. Guess working for him must at least have some reward." Tron responded.
"Yeah. I didn't expect that he would be this dangerous. This is crazy." Denise spoke afterwards. She tried what she can to repel back but it was of no avail.
"Well because of that, we're getting our asses handed to us. I'm sick of hiding. Time to take action!" Teisel shouts. He then gets out of hiding and rushes at Glyde's Rafale head on. Tron can only look on in shock and horror at what Teisel was doing. Denise however had her sights on a Birdbot that was heading inside the hangar.
"Tron, you help out your brother. I need to check something in the hangar." Hearing it made her curious about what Denise was doing.
"What? What do you mean?" Denise was already gone. "Denise? Denise! Wait!" But she couldn't follow her any further. One of Glyde's weapons must have struck the car they were hiding under.
Meanwhile, Teisel was racing toward Glyde's Rafale. It went into ground combat mode firing both machine gun and laser blasts. Glyde wanted to make Teisel and her sister pay for what the two did to Lex Loath. He unloaded everything the Rafale had but for some strange or stupid reason, Teisel just keeps going. This made him nervous because Glyde knew what Teisel was capable of. It sucks that he has to see it for himself. Jumping high into the air, Teisel grabs onto the front of the Rafale. Now Glyde's scared.
"You! Get off my ship!" Is that all you can say? Come on Glyde, you can do better than this. Maybe Wily making you his bitch toned you down.
"I ain't getting off. You know why!" Glyde didn't say a word. "Because I AM A MAN!" And with one punch, he bashes at the glass of the cockpit causing it to crack. If that wasn't enough, Teisel gave it another punch breaking it completely. "Now you're mine." He grabs Glyde and throws him off the Rafale.
Once that was done, he fiddled with the Rafale a bit and when he was done, got off and saw the Rafale veer around a bit before it went down and exploded. All Glyde could do is look on in horror as his own personal vehicle was no more. Too bad he has to contend with a fired-up Teisel Bonne but seeing his Rafale destroyed fueled his fire as well. Getting up, he goes after Teisel and the two have a fistfight.
"Wily ain't going to help you this time Glyde." Teisel said as he gives Glyde a left jab to the face but evades it quickly. "Since when did you decide to be like a jumping bean?"
Glyde throws a punch at Teisel but goes for a punch of his own. Both hit their mark and they each felt some pain. Knowing these two hotheads, they're back to fighting again. As this was going on, Denise went in the hangar and hid. She saw two birdbots exit the ship and chatting. Hoping to not get their attention, she listens in.
"All of them are in place and at the recommended positions." Spoke the birdbot in red. "Were you able to extract the data?"
"Kuh-keeeh! Everything is extracted. Now that we got what we came for, let's get out of here." Responded the birdbot in blue.
"Not so fast!" Denise came in with her gun drawn. The birdbots didn't move a muscle as they were startled by Denise's appearance. "Alright you two, what did you do to the ship?"
"We're not telling. Kweeek! You can figure it out yourself." Denise didn't buy that and fires a shot. It didn't make its mark but it startled those two brainless birdbots.
"Start talking. What did you do to this ship?" Denise was ready to fire again. Judging by this, I'm not surprised that one of them isn't blabbing the whole plan.
"Uh-uh okay, okay! We'll talk. We just set bombs all over the ship and they're set to detonate in ten minutes. We also had to download all the data so that no one other than Wily can get their hands on them." Oh wow… in less than fifteen seconds, the situation changes.
"You idiot!" The blue dumb-bot smacked the blabbing red one. "Now you ruined the whole plan. You knucklehead!" Hearing this shocked Denise but she didn't let her sight on them go.
"Where are the bombs?" shouted Denise. "Tell me. Where are they right now because you two are under arrest!" But then the area began to shake a bit and that gave the Birdbots what they needed to run away. "Hey! Get back here!" She takes aim and fires stunning one of the evading Birdbots. The other birdbot however got away but there was no time for that. She heard that bombs were set all over the airship and if all of them go off, it would be disastrous.
She made up her mind and decided to head inside the ship. Looking around the interior, she noticed several boxes with red cursors beeping continuously. Seeing that they were bombs, Denise got to work removing them. Looking at how they were designed, disabling the bombs would be hard to do. Seeing a nearby container gave Denise an idea. She gently removes one of the bombs and places one of them inside.
"There's one down… but a whole lot to go." She takes a deep breath and gets to work. One by one, she was able to remove some of the bombs. Looking at the time limit, they were set to detonate in about twenty minutes. "I got to move fast. I wish Liz was here."
Back at the damaged runway, Teisel still had his fight with Glyde. Despite him being at an advantage, Glyde blocked most of his blows responding with a few punches. Getting hit by those really made Teisel mad but knowing him, he didn't give a crap. Teisel decided to tackle Glyde to the ground and strike him with a few punches. Glyde responds with a knee to the back and then responds by smacking Teisel again. Teisel dodges and then gives Glyde a smack to the face followed by the traditional "I AM A MAN" punch whacking him in the stomach. Glyde was reeling in pain after that blow. Teisel however wanted to give him more pain.
"Had enough yet Glyde? You know I can always give you seconds in pain." Teisel cracks his knuckles. However, Glyde wasn't interested because he saw his Birdbot forces retreating in pain. My guess they've had enough dealing with the Servbots. And it looks like Glyde is doing the same. "You ain't going anywhere punk! Get back here!"
"I would be glad to have a sparring match but… my time here is over. I got what I came for." Teisel had no idea what he meant but it didn't stop him from wanting to give Glyde another beatdown. He wasn't prepared for Glyde's flash bang. When it hit, it blinded him a bit but when came to, Glyde and his birdbots were gone. "You may have won this battle but I'll be back! You can count on it!"
"Damn you Glyde. Damn you to hell!" Teisel smacked the ground in anger. It didn't hurt but to him, he felt like he was hit emotionally. After having that little letdown, he heads to his sister and finds that she's unharmed.
"Teisel, did Glyde get away?" Teisel nodded in disappointment, even though he did get a piece of the guy. "Darn it! I thought we'd had him." She seems a bit disappointed about that.
"Don't worry Tron, he'll be back. Huh? Where's Denise?" Teisel responds. He looks around but no luck only to see the hangar ahead of them. "Did she head for the hangar?"
"She did. Come on Teisel, we got to find out what she's doing." Tron got off the Gustaff and they both went to check up on her. What they find was Denise moving a large container out of the ship. "Denise, what are you doing? What is that?"
"Don't get any closer Tron." Said Denise. Tron wondered if it was a joke. The look of worry on her face should probably tell her by now. "Please… there isn't much time."
"What's happening? What is inside that?" Tron went to check but a look from her face gave her some shock. "Bombs? What are bombs doing inside that airship?"
"That's what I'm trying to tell you guys. I'm trying to get rid of these bombs. Glyde's little attack just served as a farce for his birdbots to go in, strap them all over the ship and leave. There isn't much time because they go off in eight minutes." Denise said in a rapid fashion. I think Tron and Teisel may have taken all of this very well.
"Then what are you all waiting for? We need to get these bombs off that ship. Come on everyone, let's move out!" Teisel said. Everyone got into the ship and went through every nook and cranny hoping to find any remaining bombs.
Denise already went through most of the main floor so the three of them decided to check above and below. After about six or so minutes, they were able to get all the remaining bombs. Heading out of the ship, they dropped them into the canister. Since they had no time to defuse the bombs, they had to move quickly. Using the Gustaff, Tron was able to get the canister far away from the airport where no one can be harmed. There was a portion of the area where it would be safe for the bombs to go off.
That should be far enough. At least here, no one can get harmed. Heading back to Teisel and Denise, she also had one other worry… and it was I. Robert... please be safe.
Rendezvousing with Teisel and Denise, the three let off a sigh of relief and that the mission was success. But even though they got a breather, somewhere inside the airship, something red was beeping. After a few seconds, the beeping stopped… and then it happened. The explosion happened all too quickly covering the entire ship. Tron, Denise and Teisel looked on in shock seeing the airship I brought back go off in a massive explosion. Their looks of horror and confusion made them wonder what went wrong. When it was over, the airship was nothing but a huge pile of junk. Too bad things are going to go from bad to worse.
"Marmalade!" Denise didn't like hearing that and it's from her own superior. "Marmalade, get your orange-haired carcass over here now!" Denise did just that.
"Y-yes captain?" Her raspy voice only makes me wonder what the heck will happen next. The police captain isn't pleased at what he sees.
"How do you explain all of this?" Denise didn't say a word. "Silent aren't you? A dozen police cars destroyed, millions of dollars in property damage and even worse… this airship that our fair hero has brought is destroyed. I gave you a simple assignment and what have you done? You screwed it up!" His shout made Denise more nervous. If he's as good as they say then why is he such an asshole?
"S-sir, I can explain… if you can just let me explain what happened, then I can try to-" But her superior didn't want to hear it. One look simply shut her up.
"I don't want to hear your excuses. You disappointed me Marmalade and I'm afraid you've left me little choice." He took a deep breath and told her something that would shock her to the choice. "Denise Marmalade… I have no choice but to suspend you without pay." Tron and Teisel were shocked by the news. Denise didn't take it well.
"Wh-what? No! You can't! It isn't my fault! Please… please let me explain. I beg of you! Please Captain, please let me." No matter what Denise did, it didn't work.
"I don't want to hear anymore of it. You disappointed me and for that, I have no choice. You are suspended for failure to perform your duties. When you return to New Light Station, hand over your badge and gun. Maybe this can give you some time to at least reflect upon your disappointment." Before he said anything else, a voice that only Denise knows came out of nowhere.
"I'm afraid a suspension will not be taking place here… Captain." Everyone looked to hear who said that. Captain Donnelly turned to find a white police car that just came in. Someone was already outside the vehicle and he isn't pleased.
He was a man in his mid-50s with dark brown to black hair. It had some traces of gray mostly due to aging. He has brown eyes, skin was like white chocolate and had a uniform that many consider to be of the highest rank. Wearing a white jacket, white pants and blue shoes, this was the uniform that represented his role as Chief of the New Light City Police Department. Walking closer to the Captain and Denise, he got a look at everything and saw it to be a hellhole. Tron and Teisel looked nervously wondering on what he would do. Something tells me that these two may know who he is.
"What's going on here Donnelly? Why are you making judgment without my approval?" He had a voice that was serious and rough but it represented years of experience in law enforcement. "And above all else, why decide to pin the blame on your failure on my daughter." This simply came as a surpise.
"What?" Teisel said. You mean to tell me this guy here is… Denise's dad? Oh crud. Tron tried to wake him out of his little bad dream. That helped him wake up.
"What? My failure? But she failed to capture Glyde? Make matters worse, the airship is destroyed. Your daughter has failed in her duties and for that, sheis to accept the consequences of her actions." If only he can shut up for once.
"Not this time Donnelly. I'm afraid that you'll be taking responsibility for this. Anything that happens to her happens to you. The suspension you have planned for her is null and void. In other words, it will not happen. You will be meeting before a board later today to explain how you failed to apprehend the suspect. If you are unable to provide a reason as to how your men failed in their duty then the one who will take a suspension… will be you." Ouch! Score one for Mr. Marmalade. "So if I were you, get to it NOW!" Captain Donnelly didn't say a word and walked off in anger. Serves him right.
"Uh excuse me but you're Mr. Marmalade right?" Tron said nervously. Mr. Marmalade turned around and they saw a calm and peaceful look from him. Guess when no one bothers Denise, he's happy. Dang!
"Yes and you must be Victor's kids right?" That means he knows their parents. I wonder if he knows my dad? "It's been a while."
"Yes, it has been a while." They both were nervous because the fact that he's around. Teisel is more nervous because of the fact that Denise's dad is the chief of police. That's worse.
"You don't have to worry. Unlike Donnelly, I won't bite. Besides, it's not a big deal here. I spoke with that Robert fella... yeah, Anthony's kid." Eeyup. He knew my dad. "He told me that he knew something like this would happen so I made sure to let them know that if the airship goes boom, they shouldn't worry about it. Too bad I was a bit late to all of this." He looked at his daughter who was already filled with disappointment. "Come on Denise, let's go home. You don't want to worry your mother over this." But Denise didn't move.
"I'm not going daddy." Her emotions were reaching a boiling point. Not good.
"Come on Denise, don't be like this. It's not your fault. Besides, you had no idea this would happen. So come on, let it go." Mr. Marmalade's reasoning wasn't going to work here.
"No I can't!" shouted Denise. "Don't you get it? I screwed up! The airship is destroyed, Glyde got away and I got screamed away by my own boss. How do you think I feel after all this?" Her face was showing some tears. "I didn't just let you down. I let everyone down. I'm sorry daddy… but I can't. I just can't do this anymore." She then ran off crying over the humiliating fact that she failed.
"Denise… wait! Please!" It was already too late. Denise already ran to her police car and drove off. Everyone was already down after what happened today.
"Mr. Marmalade, we're…" Teisel saw him nod negatively. Guess there was no need for that huh? Even Tron couldn't believe it and it's coming from her BFF.
"Don't say a word. Like I said, don't worry about it. I may be the chief of police but when it comes to my family, I try my hardest to be there for them. Denise isn't to blame for all of this because it was Dr. Wily who is responsible. Listen, how about I give you guys a ride back? Maybe then, we can find out if Denise is feeling any better." The two agreed and they reached Mr. Marmalade's squad car.
Tron got on the Gustaff while Teisel went inside. The Servbots also got inside and looked forward to the ride home. Another thing was that they were able to recover one of the Birdbots that was knocked out during the battle. I think they'll need him regarding Glyde's whereabouts. So even though I was victorious during my fight with FlashMan, losses were already severe with both sides taking the worst. This fight is intense yes, but the fact that it is straining all involved was the hard part. I just only wish that things do get better because at this point, it's only going to go downhill from here. Poor Denise…
つづく
On the next Mega Man: Reawakened
The attack on New Light Airport is taking a toll toward everyone involved but the fight must continue on. With news that Wily has occupied a top-secret facility, Mega Man must go through a dangerous obstacle course where one false move will equal his death. If that isn't enough, he must contend with a robot master that is fast on his feet as well as his mouth. If that isn't enough, Teisel must find a way to help Denise get out of her depression. Will he be able to pull it off? Is fate driving him toward someone special? And will our Blue Bomber survive an onslaught of high proportions? These and many other questions will be revealed in the next exciting high speed episode, An A-Maze-ing Death Trap; Robert's Quick Dilemma.
A hero isn't born, it is created.