In Search of a Dream: RogerxDorothy

By: Sakura

Chapter 1

Disclaimer: I do not own Big-O and I making no money off this fic. No infringement intended.

(Continued From the end of Prologue)

Dorothy slowly arose to her feet. 'What are you planning? And why me?! Can't you just leave me alone?'

Beck just gave a cocky smile, confident he could sway the android, who for the first time ever felt an actual adrenaline rush of fear. 'I'm afraid I can't do that, for you see my lovely, Roger must be eliminated from my destiny. For good. I mean, I must admit, the guy certainly is a playboy to the ladies, and a wonder with the Megaduce, but my future has turned dark and gray because of him. All because he was born!'

Dorothy was confused. 'But what does this have to do with me? I am no threat to you.'

Beck just shook his head, and gave an evil grin this time. 'Oh I know you could never be a threat to the likes of me, but my little piece of technology, you're the key to the Negotiator's undoing. I heard your little conversation earlier this morning…'

A wave of shock came over Dorothy. 'But how does he know?! Has he planned this all along? Did he wire my circuits or something?' ' But why? Why would you want to-' Dorothy was cut off by Beck.

'And why do you insist on protecting him? He is the one who said you weren't capable of human emotion or human understanding. To him you're just another maid…another nuisance following him around all for the purpose of being protected. My dear, you're the one who's being taken advantage of. Come on Dorothy…what do you need that louse for? He obviously doesn't need you anymore.'

Dorothy was speechless, and just stood still and silent. 'No it isn't true! It can't be true…I'm wanted…aren't I?'

Roger's voice then came to her head. 'You call yourself an android? I think you need to evaluate yourself again Miss Dorothy.'

'I guess I…do need to re-evaluate myself. I guess I'm just…another android…'

Beck noticed Dorothy's expression, and coughed mockingly. 'Should you decide to help me out, I will grant you your greatest, most cherished wish: to be completely human. Just think! You could be filled with life and emotion, wandering freely with your own thoughts.'

'But I…'

'Don't worry Miss Weinright. I'll give you 24 hours to make your final decision. The choice is yours.' Beck chuckled and walked off. 'Got ya now…Dorothy Weinright. Soon that negotiator and his Megaduce will be mine!' Beck cackled to himself.

Lurking around the corner was another mysterious shadow, just as wicked looking as Beck. As soon as Beck turned the corner, the shadow with a dark heart smiled. The voice was feminine. 'Everything is going as planned I take it?'

Beck smiled proudly. 'Like taking candy from a baby. Soon they will be ours, and Paradigm City will feel a new wave of terror under our control without their beloved Negotiator.'

~

Many hours had passed since what felt like death had been passed to Dorothy. She was still in the park, trying to decipher emotion from electric impulse. Kill Roger? She never even once dreamed a dream where death called. The heavens were still crying on the empty shell of a human who just longed for feeling. 'Just imagine! Wandering around filled with life and emotion…'

It was all too tempting. It was like the devil himself who'd offer her such a thing. 'He really doesn't need me anymore. He doesn't even like me. I am of no use and for that he treats me as if I am his slave. If I am not his ally…I am his enemy.'

She wasn't sure if it was right…but there was no conscience or emotion there to tell her if she was right or wrong. Destiny's road laid out before her would tell her soon enough.

Walking back in the direction of Roger's mansion, she began to wonder where she'd go after she was human. Where would she stay? How would she support herself? So many questions, only her dreams would answer.

When she finally arrived at the building where Roger's mansion was placed, and silently rode the elevator to the top floor. Trying to keep her metal shadow quiet, she picked up a piece of paper, and a sky blue fountain pen. She was scribbling the note that would seal her fate, and it was all at the expense of Beck.

Once she was finished, she laid her note silently on Roger's bed. Next walking out the door to the lonely road ahead…

~

Norman was feeling dreadfully lonely. 'Poor Dorothy…I guess Master Roger's word's were too much for the poor girl. I wonder if he's looking for her?'

Walking into Roger's bedroom, armed with a vacuum cleaner, he began to polish and clean the floor, when he noticed a white piece of paper folded up neatly on the bed. 'Hm…and here I thought he was being honest about the bills…'

Unfolding the paper, he began to read the handwriting written on it. Norman paled.

Dear Roger,

Never in my entire time of knowing you, did I ever think you could be so unforgiving. Your words are disgraceful, and it's no wonder everyone calls you a miserable louse! I don't think the city has ever had a worse negotiator. It's a wonder anyone even speaks to you.

I here by renounce my contract of your protection over me.

I have found someone else who will give me exactly what I want, and exactly what I need. I am not totally bitter however, and I wish you good luck with the rest of your life. Do take care, and please don't give Master Norman such a hard time.

R. Dorothy Weinright

Norman just sat the note down solemnly, and prayed that Roger wouldn't go into fury when he saw it.

~

On the other side of Paradigm City, in East Dome #5, Beck was trying to wait patiently for Dorothy's arrival, which he had anticipated ever since he had heard the frivolous conversation between the two. 'Where is she?! I know for certain she is coming! So why isn't she here?!'

The shadow still stood side by side with Beck. 'Calm down would you? She'll be here, and I doubt she'll waste anymore time. Besides, don't you know revenge is a dish best served cold?'

'Yes I know…but still I just wish-' Beck words of annoyance came to a halt. There standing before the pair, was Dorothy.

'So you've finally made it. 'He cackled. 'Well now, I'm proud of you. You won't be sorry Miss Weinright.' He snapped. 'Alright gentleman. You know what to do. Take Miss Dorothy to the 'Operating Room'.'

Five men in white lab coats laid Dorothy on a stretcher, feeling the weight of her android like qualities, prayed they didn't drop her. Beck walked over to Dorothy, a smile on his face. 'Your first mission, when you come out of that room, is to find the hiding place of Roger's Megaduce. Register it in your memory, cuz you won't have your circuits for much longer. Have fun.' He waved maniacally after Dorothy.

A wave of almost uncertainty rushed over Dorothy. 'I hope I know what I'm doing…'