A new take on the Astro Boy story, with elements from multiple adaptations. This is a 'preview' of sorts for a longer written work; but can be read as a standalone short story. In 2030, Astro is forced to work in Hamegg's Robot Circus in New York City, smashing bigger androids for the entertainment of bored and rich New Yorkers. He's sick of being a killing machine...

Originally 'The Soldier and Winifred'. After World War Two, George Bucket meets a young girl who would eventually grow up to be Willy Wonka's mother. In 2005, George meets Wonka himself. (Burton!Wonka, some AU.)