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After the events of yesterday, Markus had helped me get away from the soldier.

"Let the lady go, she is with us now" As Markus had stepped in between me and the soldier the rest of the androids followed suit. It was astonishing to see how loyal they were to their leader. Looking at the horizon where the rest of the military stood you could see the vast difference between the two parties. As the androids stepped closer to the soldier the soldiers in the background took a step back.

"We want to live in peace with humans, take notice to this young women's action" Markus had put his shoulder around me, "take her lead, but if you wish to back down than we ask you to do so now."

I looked to the opposing side knowing that the soldiers won't back down, that is if the commanding officer said otherwise. Sweeping my eyes over the soldier in front of me I could see that he was scared, but he still stood his ground. All of them trained in mental and physical disciplinary actions, it was brutal how times have changed.

" steady gentlemen" a voice yelled in the distance "ready your weapons"

No this isn't good.

"Please don't do this!" I pleaded to the soldier. All he did was point is automatic rifle at my head.

"AIM" I'm sorry mom, dad, I love you so much.

As the soldiers began to walk forward, and the androids back. They were cornering us making sure we had no escape, they were going to slaughter us like cattle meant for meat. Markus looked at the lady to his left, locking eyes. She had a side braid with a beanie covering her head and the tip of her ears. They looked sad but confident that they had made the right choices. I looked to my right and saw that all of the reporters were now aiming their cameras on the ground of cluttered androids.

"Markus, I love you," the lady said before leaning forward and kissing Markus on the lips.

"I love you too, North" as endearing the whole situation was I was extremely uncomfortable, I was never one for public affection so I turned my head the other way.

While the scene was only a matter of 5 seconds it was enough time to change the minds of the government. The president had issued an order to have the military stand down and leave.

As the soldiers lowered their guns few looked relieved while others looked annoyed. It was a conflict that would not go away anytime soon, we just have to wait.

"Well, now where do we go from here Markus? Jericho has fallen and 2/3 of Detroit wants us dead" I had asked the question that nobody else could. I didn't know where I stood with the people of Jericho, but I had to know.

"Well, we build a new society, one consisting of androids and if the time comes humans too"

It was now 12:05, the androids had won albeit the many losses. The reporters had dispersed and the last of the army vehicles had left the site. Despite winning it was a somber night. In the distance, we heard the low rumble mimicking that of a tanker, unease about the situation Markus and North went to the front of the group. It felt like a lifetime but steadily the rumbling grew louder and louder. Now it sounded like feet "what could that be?" I mumbled to myself. Not a second later an android dressed in a blueish grey shirt with matching pants marched onto the site followed by an army of white-clothed androids. Eerily enough they all looked the same but as they got closer you could begin to see their different features.

"A little late to the part Connor, but thank you for freeing our people from Cyberlife" Markus had called out the android named Connor.

"It was my pleasure, we ran into some trouble on the way, but it was easily taken care of," Connor had smiled and nodded to the group and noticed that one of them looked out of place "and who might this be?" He looked towards Markus.

"She is an ally now, fighting for the freedom of our people," he looked to me an smiled "she had run into the crossfire and saved our friend Simon from being killed, and for that, we owe her our hospitality."

"You don't owe me anything, a simple thank you is fine!" I looked to the whole group. Eyes of curiosity, compassion and few of unease were watching me now. I could only chuckle in the moment.

"Do not worry, we would appreciate it if you joined us" North had added on smiling sweetly in my direction. Maybe this isn't as bad as I thought it would be.

"Are you sure? I know how some of you may feel given I'm a human and all" I insisted, I didn't want to immediately jump on the bandwagon without really knowing how all of them felt about a human joining on their crusade for a better life.

"I believe we are sure Mrs.-" Connor had trailed off

Oh, my name...

"Oh, uh my name is Andrea Thompson" I hurriedly said a little to loudly, Connor had let out a small laugh

"Right Ms. Thompson, we are sure that you would be more than welcome to come and stay with us." Connor had turned to the others and addressed to them that I would be staying with them. The whole situation was overwhelming, just take deep breaths, Andrea. With our little introduction, Markus had found a platform to stand on. He had given a speech to the newly arrived and free androids about giving them a new home where they are free to do what they pleased. It was heartwarming. I too stood among the crowd but farther towards the back.

Wow, the androids had gained their freedom. I wonder what next, I hope that humans look over their egos and stereotypes to see that they aren't the only living creature with vast intelligence.

I look up to the stage to see Connor standing at the back with a small smile that graced his face.

Wait, is Connor ok? He looks like hes contemplating a decision. Maybe it's just my imagination.

Meanwhile, Connor was in his mind analyzing and determining the best situation on getting out of this place. It was to neat, to plastic, but wait he wasn't supposed to feel these emotions. Of course, he became a deviant when he decided not to rat out Jericho but his programming was still conflicting with the new found "virus". Was it really a virus or was it something else? He couldn't place it right away.

The longer he stays trapped in this artificial carbon dated facility the harder it became to control his actions. He was scouring the place but couldn't find an exit.

I always have a backup exit in case of emergencies

He remembered what his caretaker had said, now all he has to do is find it. Maybe it was the stone? It was a start.

I had noticed that Connors LED had turned a bright yellow indicating that he was overworking himself.

"But you're just standing there, what's wrong?" Andrea began to walk through the group of people trying the reach the front.

"Maybe it's better the go from the side" I made a sharp turn to the left and began to push my way through. I looked over once more to see that Connor had opened his eyes but his hands were now fixated on his back.

"He can't have something can he?" I moved faster now wanting to get to him before anything happened.

Connor found the stone that was on the ground near his previous tombstones, it was a sight to see and a little unnerving. He had deactivated his skin on his hand and pressed it against the stone 2 seconds had passed and he once again found himself back to reality, he looked to the weight in his finger noticing that he had a handgun. He looked around and saw that the previous lady, the human, was standing at the bottom of the stair looking at him with determination and relief. Connor had quickly stashed the gun away and heard the appluase of the crowed. Clapping along with them he gave andrea one last look of assurance before occupying himself with the other androids.

Thank god Connor came to his senses, I was about ready to go up their and rip the gun from his hand before he shot anyone.

After the rally Markus, North and Connor all got together to determine what to do next. I had stayed back still unsure about the whole letting me stay situation.

"Andrea, can you come here please we need your help" I briskly walked over and examined their faces. They were all exhausted but held determination in their eyes.

Yes? What do you need my help for?" I looked to Markus

"Well assuming you're from Detroit we were wondering if you knew any places where we could set up camp." He looked to the rest of the group and then to me.

"Well 13 blocks away there is this old run down factory that is still in good shape and it's able to hold all of us plus a couple 100 more people or so" I replied rather sheepishly, I was never one for leadership.. or advive for that matter " but if you plan on taking more people in than a bigger facility will be needed" I concluded looking back at Markus.

"Yes, I plan on making out society bigger but the facility will do for now, thank you for your input." Everyone has dispersed and we began to pack up what little we had left.

Now was time to start a new life, one where I feel like im doing something. I just hope that my family is alright, im still sorry. I looked to the north star whispering "I love you guys."

Walking with the others we headed for the factory.