Chapter 34: Modernization

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One day, on Paradise Island, there was an inspector coming to the railway. He was a very important man, and he wanted to see how the railway was doing. Soon, (Y/N) greeted her by the platform, and he said, "Hello, you must be (Y/N)." "Indeed," said (Y/N), "I want to say thank you for coming." "Of course, now if we could talk about the engines." "Yes, I have just the engine to take us along the railway." Soon, Thomas arrived at the station, and the two climbed aboard. 

Soon, the inspector had seen the whole railway, and saw the efficiency of it all. He was impressed. "I must say," said the inspector, "This railway has surpassed my expectations." "Why thank you," said (Y/N). "But, there are some things that I think could improve the railway. One: is the inclusion of an airfield. That way, people can come straight to the island without having to make so many stops." "I actually was thinking about that," said (Y/N), "Some people do prefer air travel over long distances." "Indeed, and I was thinking, about replacing some of the ste...." "THAT IS COMPLETELY OUT OF THE QUESTION!!!" yelled (Y/N). "But, we have many different, and newer engines that can be more efficient." "I don't care!" said (Y/N), "This railway have been powered by steam since the grand opening, and it will still be run by steam on my railway!" The inspector said, "You know, you sound like a certain man who was so fond of steam, he made it the main service of transportation on the rails." Thomas knew who he was talking about. And so did (Y/N). "Thank you for your time, I will see to some of your suggestions. Please leave them at my desk in my office."

Soon, (Y/N) sat in her office, drinking a nice cup of coffee, and she looked at the list. Some of the things she didn't like on it, others she liked:

1. Increase number of coaches on one train
2. Add some more electric engines to help along the main line
3. Build Airport to help with the transporting
4. Scrap some of the older steam engines

When (Y/N) read that last suggestion, she immediately crossed it off with a bright red sharpie. "None of my engines will ever be scrapped while I'm still here!"

On her way home, she drove back to her home, and she saw there was a detour. She took it, but soon regretted it. When she took it, she was blocked once more. She then saw something go through her open window, and she was knocked out by the gas.

The next morning, the engines were greeted by Elizabeth crying. "It happened again," she said, "(Y/N) has been kidnapped." The engines were horrified. Elizabeth then got a call for (Y/N), and she put it on speaker. "Elizabeth," said (Y/N), "I am safe, but you must deliver the will to the rendevue point, otherwise, I will pay the price. All the steam engines are to be withdrawn from service, and they will be sent away. Do not attempt to find me, or else, I will be shot. ELIZABETH!....." The phone hung up, and the shed fell silent.

(Y/N) was gagged, and mummified in rope in a chair. The man, then said, "We wait for the response. And I have a secret weapon, to help crush up the steam engines." He then showed the plans for a diesel like Diesel 10, but with a claw that had giant crunching fingers on it.

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