Lincoln couldn't believe it. First was the free vacation to Japan, now he found himself in the cockpit of giant Robot's test model. His family stood by in the bunker, some of them nervous about this, the rest were rather excited. Akimi was with Lincoln in the test model as co-pilot. If she was actually gonna let this boy learn how to pilot the robot, she had to be there with him to show him the specks. Lisa took the liberty of monitoring progress despite Akimi's word.

Lisa:"All systems to seem to be functioning properly."

Akimi:"Thank you for that."

Lincoln:"You can trust Lisa. She knows a lot about this stuff."

Akimi:"I hope you're right."

Rita "You do know what you're doing, right Lisa?"

Lisa:"Yes, actually. Most of this is almost that of monitory control booth for when they launch rockets into space. It's basically the same principal."

Lori:"So, you know what all those buttons and switches do?"

Lisa:"Indeed. Although, this big red button is unlabeled."

Akimi:"WAIT, KID. THAT'S THE LAUNCH-"

Before she could finish, Lisa pressed the button, and test model began to blast off...

Akimi:"BUTTOOOOONNN!"

Both Lincoln and Akimi were screaming inside the test model, which could be heard over to the intercom as Lisa was watching the progress it was making...

Lisa:"So, how's it going on your side, you too?"

The test model was about to enter the stratosphere when Lincoln took hold of the controls...

Lincoln:"I got it!"

Taking action, Lincoln began to actually pilot the robot as he started flying it back to earth. Everyone was surprised to see how easily he was doing it. To Lincoln, it was no sweat, as the controls were just like the video game...

Lisa:"All systems are still green on this end. How are you two holding up?"

Lincoln:"THIS IS THE GREATEST THING I EVER DID IN MY LIFE!"

Akimi:"You're surprising me, kid! You're like a natural at this!"

Lincoln:"It's just like the video game! Joysticks are for movement, buttons are various actions that this baby can do!"

Akimi:"Yeah, but this is still just a test model! It's not built for combat!"

Lincoln:"I know! What do we do now?"

Akimi:"Try setting us back down to the ground!"

Lincoln:"I'm getting the feeling you don't trust me too much!"

Akimi:"Just do it! We need to take this nice and slowly!"

Lincoln:"Alright!"

And with that, the test model flew back into the forest, where a clearing was seen. It was perfect for landing, as Lincoln had moving in and the test model slid to the edge of the clearing before coming to a stop...

Akimi:"Not bad for a start. In fact, pretty good!"

Lincoln:"You think so?"

Akimi:"Yeah. Everytime I've used this with McCoy, he crashes the test model in some trees, making it practically fall into pieces."

Lincoln:"Ouch."

Akimi:"He was lucky enough not to get us killed. Believe it or not, this isn't the first test model I've been forced to build because of him."

Lincoln:"Why do you even need a test model?"

Lisa:"Obviously, so that she collect the data needed to help built the real thing and have it function properly."

Akimi:"...What she said."

Lincoln:"Oh, so it's like the training section in the game."

Akimi:"Except this isn't a game though."

Lincoln:"I'm aware of that. But every part of the controls are just like the game."

Akimi:"I get it. Now, we're gonna start with some projectile practice. Activating the augmented reality simulator."

And with that, from Lincoln's point of view, he could see some targets not too far away from him.

Akimi:"Using projectile weapons to destroy those targets!"

Doing what he was told, Lincoln took aim at the targets and began to fire. He manages to take down every target with ease...

Akimi:"Not bad. Note that some projectile weapons can also be used in Melee. For instance, the minigun."

At the touch of a button, duel chain gun blasters appeared at the shoulders of the mech...

Akimi:"The minigun causes minimal damage to opponents, but is enough to get through defensive barriers."

It was then that another virtual target came up. This one was different.

Akimi:"Now, try firing the minigun at the target. Once it's defense is weakened, get in close."

Lincoln:"Then what?"

Akimi:"Just wait."

Lincoln:"Okay."

Doing the first step, Lincoln began to fire the miniguns at the target. Both blasters because turn bright orange in color and even started to smoke.

Akimi:"The miniguns can't fire for a long time. They need to cool down after a little while."

Lincoln:"Oh."

Akimi:"But, you've done enough damage to make the target vulnerable to melee attacks. Get in close to finish it off."

Lincoln:"Right!"

Back inside the bunker, everyone was watching how it was going from their side. Even McCoy came out to see and was actually shocked by what he was seeing. Lincoln was actually showing greater progress than he ever did. Because whenever he piloted the model, it wasn't always crash landing, there was also misuse of weaponry, collateral damage and control malfunction...exclusively in that order. And from what he was seeing, one kid was showing all that he could be doing...

Lisa:"Incredible. Lincoln's passing every test with flying colors!"

Lori:"Hard to believe this is even happening!"

Rita:"Yeah."

Emil:"You gotta be kidding me."

Lana:"Man, I wish I was in there!"

Lola:"Please. You'd probably blow yourself up."

Lana:"You'd probably do the same."

Luna:"Both of you stop. We're here for Lincoln, so let's make sure he gets through this."

Emil:"How is this kid doing so well?"

Lynn:"To him, it's a gift."

Luan:"I think Lincoln was born to be in a giant robot."

Lucy:"Yeah. He's doing so well."

McCoy couldn't help but scowl at seeing a twelve year old boy do his work. This just shows how unreliable he is, and he already gotten himself so much doing this job. He didn't want that taken away from him. He said to himself that he would make sure of it as he stormed out the room. Meanwhile, Lincoln was having the time of his life, taking down virtual opponents one by one.

Lincoln:"This is awesome!"

Akimi:"Glad to know you're enjoying it."

Lincoln:"I have a question though. If we're out in the open, how is that we're not attraction any attention?"

Akimi:"We're in a secluded area, Lincoln. Only I have access to this spot. Plus, I like to keep my technology cloaked from anything or anyone who wants a piece of it."

Lincoln:"Smart."

Akimi:"Isn't it? Alright, the next thing we're going to try out is arial mode."

Lincoln:"We're gonna start flying again?"

Akimi:"I'm gonna handle that part. Since you're just a kid, you don't have much experience with flying, so."

Lincoln:"But if it's anything like the game, I can figure it out easily."

Akimi:"We'll see about that. For now, get ready for lift off."

In a few moments, the mech was airborne and started to gain some altitude. They were high in the sky now, moving at the speed of an airplane...

Akimi:"Here, we're going to try some arial combat by testing the weapons functionality. You're going to see some targets up ahead in a few moments. Try not to miss any."

Lincoln:"Got it."

Akimi:"Three, two, one...go!"

Lincoln could see incoming virtual targets, and started firing at them as fast as he could. There were so many, he feared that he might miss a few, but he wasn't stopping anytime soon. Pretty soon, he managed to get just about every last one of the targets before Akimi put the mech to a stop. And good time as well, Lincoln's thumbs were killing him...

Lincoln:"Hey, Akimi...we think we can...take a break?"

Akimi:"No need. We're done here."

Lincoln:"Really?"

Akimi:"I think I've seen all that I've need to seen. Returning to home base."

Retuning to the bunker, Lincoln say down on a seat was chucking down some water. His family, still not believing what they just witnessed, were proud to see that Lincoln was okay. Akimi was looking back at the test model, gathering the data from the recent test...

Luna:"Bro, that was awesome!"

Lynn:"You have to take me on a joyride one day!"

Lori:"Please don't ever do something like that again!"

Lincoln:"It was so awesome, Lori! I definitely want to try it again!"

Rita:"Can you believe it? Our son just piloted a giant robot!"

Lynn Sr:"I know. And he was good at it!"

Lincoln:"Act a little more shocked, why don't you?"

Lisa:"The data on this is unlike anything I've seen before. I honestly thought something like this to be impossible! I've got to stay here and study it more!"

Rita:"I don't think so, Lisa. As...exciting as this was, I definitely do not want my son, or ANYONE ELSE endangering their lives because of this!"

Akimi:"Technically, you already did by allowing your son to pilot the test model with me."

Rita:"Well...true, but-"

Akimi:"And it's a shame. Lincoln's has quite the skills when it comes to piloted a mech like this. I was definitely surprised to see how well he did. I data I've gathered proceed anything from before. If I could, I would definitely like to have someone like Lincoln as my pilot."

Lincoln:"...Thanks Akimi."

Akimi:"(bows) ...You should all get back to your hotel. It's been a long day for you all."

They all nodded in agreement and headed out of the bunker. Little did Akimi know that Emil was listening in on their conversation, and was growing mad with envy. He wasn't going to let a little kid take his place in the world of fame. Not now, not ever...