Flying Scotsman is a very strong express engine. He pulls the Flying Scotsman from King's Cross to Edinburgh. He is also the most famous steam engine in the world. He was the first to have gone 100 mph on record, pull the first non-stop express, and has gone on a tour of America. He really doesn't like how it ended. He also is part of the Steam of Britain Fleet. He works hard, and brings all sorts of people and tourists.

One night in the round house, Steve said to Scotsman, "So, how was America?" "Well," said Scotsman, "It was very interesting."

Boston, MA, September 28, 1969

Flying Scotsman was unloaded with his coaches and tenders. It was a splendid journey. He was very excited. He still felt ridiculous with his cowcatcher. Alan Peglar gave a big speech and many other people of the day. When he tested the rails, it didn't start out too well. Some boys close to the tracks threw rocks at him, and one even fired a shot. On the way back, the crew threw lumps of coal at them in retaliation. In Boston, he soon began his long journey to Huston Texas. He loved the attention that the Americans gave him. At one point, he even passed a turbo train, which was very modern in America.

But in some places, like New York City, Flying Scotsman was not allowed to run on his own power. So, he was towed by an electric engine, and he puffed into Newark, NJ. He then headed down south to Atlanta, GA, and there, he was greeted by another steam engine. A Savana and Atlanta steam engine, named Amy. The two engines then set off to Anniston, where they took place in the 75th Steam-o-rama, with another steam engine, called Marcus. The engines were very happy to meet each other. After that, Scotsman headed to Texas, where he was put on display two more times, before being stored up for the winter. He was actually put on a turntable that could turn him around with both his tenders. Inside the round house, he smiled as he watched the sun set, before the doors closed.

Soon, the next year, the government withdrew the money that supported the tour. Now, Alan Peglar had to come up with the money on his own. He then made a second tour, which was not as successful. After he heard of British Week in San Francisco, Alan drove Flying Scotsman to the west coast, and arrived there just in time. Flying Scotsman at one point was the star attraction, but was soon moved off the wharf because restaurants were complaining about him blocking the sea view. So, he was moved, and was not the same attraction he was when he arrived. He soon started making passenger runs, but the money was running out fast. Then, it happened: Alan Peglar had gone bankrupt, and lost the Flying Scotsman. He was then towed off to a yard, and he sat out in the open for months. "I'm sorry old boy," said Alan, "I'm sorry that I couldn't get the money." "It's okay Mr. Peglar," said Scotsman, "I'll always remember what you did for me." Soon, Alan Peglar left, and then he headed off to find work to pay the people he owed money.

For the next two months, Scotsman watched as engines raced by with their trains, and he remembered what it was like to thunder down the line. He was in the middle of napping, when someone came to him, and said, "Wake up." Scotsman then said, "Let me rust in peace." "Now what kind of attitude is that?" asked the voice, "We're taking you back to Britain." Scotsman's eyes flew open, and he saw a man, who introduced himself as William 'Bill' McAlpine. He then sneaked Scotsman onto a barge, which went to a ship, and he was sent back to Britain. When he touched the rails, he was about to be taken to Darby to be repaired. "He will be taken by Lorry," said the railway board. Bill then said, "No, if he is to get to Darby, he can do it under his own steam." Flying Scotsman then said, "Yes, I maybe old, but I still can run no matter what." Scotsman was fired up, and he soon headed down the main line to Darby. There, he was restored to former glory. He was then fitted with a head board that said 'Welcome Back Scotsman.' He was then given coaches, and pulled the rail tour to King's Cross. Flying Scotsman was back where he belonged, hauling passengers in Britain, along the mainline.

Present....

The engines were happy to see Scotsman, and after he finished his tale, Silver Link said, "My, that's quite the journey." "I know," said Alison, "I don't know if I would ever return from America is I was in that situation." "I know," said Mallard. "It's alright," said Scotsman, "I had faith for a bit, and it turned to excitement, when Bill bought me." So, the engines then went to sleep, but the next morning would bring a surprise.