"Easily, Sari.", Prowl cautioned, as they found another Allspark fragment inside a garbage bot. "Don't move it to fast or else it might explode.", Serenity said, watching the young girl work her key.
"Okay! Okay! I get it. It's not like this is the first time we've done this.", Sari said. True it was.
Serenity and her team had found many more Allspark fragments. And with each one they find, a memory was restored within Serenity.
Sadly, the last one wasn't so pleasant. It had been the memory of her and Optimus fighting.
She hoped this one could restore something of a better day. Finally, the piece came out.
Serenity grabbed it, and it started to glow once again lighting up her body. "What was it this time, Serenity?", Prowl asked.
The glow stopped and Serenity looked startled and quickly gave the piece to Prowl. "I'm going to go for a drive.", Serenity stated, before transforming and leaving them in a pile of dust.
"What was that about?", Sari coughed. Serenity drove as fast as she could, quickly getting out of the city.
She wished she could tell herself that it was just a bad dream, but it wasn't. It was indeed a memory, a memory of Optimus dying.
Once in her special spot, that no one else knew about. Not even Sari.
Serenity then transformed and started walking, going between two rocks that fell against each other, and lifting the vines. Serenity came to a small canyon with a river flowing through, and other giant rocks.
But, Serenity then stopped dead in her tracks. There was Optimus, looking into the water, deep in thought.
A part of Serenity thought maybe she should leave. But, what Optimus said caused her to stay.
"Oh, Serenity. Can you still truly love me? After what happened, we fought, and I caused you to loose your memories. I promised myself I would never hurt you. But, I've done nothing but hurt you.", Optimus said. Serenity stepped out of her hidden spot and walked toward Optimus, putting her hand on his, which caused him to jump.
"Serenity! I- Whoa!", Optimus said, before he slipped into the water. Serenity then giggled slightly.
"You alright?", Serenity asked him. Optimus quickly got up and removed the fish on top of his head.
"Yeah, I'm fine.", Optimus replied. "How much of that did you hear?", Optimus continued.
Serenity then walked closer. "Did you really mean it? About how it would have been better if we never met?", Serenity asked.
Optimus then stepped away. "I-I...", Optimus stuttered.
"I understand.", Serenity stated, as she turned to leave. But, Optimus gently grabbed her hand, causing her to stop.
"Serenity, I... I would never want to give up the memories that we... I have with you. But, it seems I continue to harm you, and I don't want to hurt you.", Optimus said. He then looked away, shame evident in his eyes.
Serenity then turned him back to face her. "Optimus, the memories I do have of us, I wouldn't trade for anything. Even the bad ones, they make us who we are. And I don't regret our meeting.", Serenity told him.
She then leads Optimus over to the log and motioned him to sit beside her. "But, what happened that day... Of our fight.", Optimus said.
He then looked away, as he told her. "But, we worked it out. Right?", Serenity asked.
"Yes, we did.", Optimus replied. He then smiled at that thought.
But, his smile was quickly gone, when he remembered that she didn't remember that they had worked it out. "Optimus...", Serenity called out.
Optimus looked over to see her looking at him. "When we had our first battle here on Earth, you died?", Serenity asked him.
It was more of a statement than a question. "You had another memory restored?", Optimus asked.
"Yes. Starscream had me, and you came to save me. You were willing to risk your own life for me.", Serenity replied. Optimus then smiled slightly.
"You are worth it, Serenity.", Optimus said. Serenity then intertwined her fingers with his, smiling down at them.
"Serenity!", a voice called out. Both soon cringed, as they heard Sentinel call them through the com link.
"Yes, Sentinel?", Serenity asked him. "We need you here! Asap!", Sentinel stated.
"Is there a emergency?", Optimus asked. "Optimus? You there with her? We don't need a scrub like you! I-We need Serenity here.", Sentinel said.
"But, I would like to ask if it is a emergency?", Serenity asked. "Yes! Hurry!", Sentinel replied.
"I'll come too.", Optimus added. He then started to transform and goes after Serenity.
"No! We just need Serenity. Just stay there, Maintenance Prime.", Sentinel said. Optimus could hear Sentinel laughing, as he signed off.
Optimus then sighed and sat back down. Serenity stopped and drove back over to Optimus.
"Hey, are you coming?", Serenity asked. "Sentinel says they just need you.", Optimus replied.
Serenity then put her hands on her hips. "I'll tell you what. I'll distract him and you pour a bucket of oil on him.", Serenity said.
Optimus soon gave a dry laugh. "Or not. But you know, in what the humans say, 'Sentinel can't hold a torch to you'. Or is it candle? Either way, your the true hero, Optimus.", Serenity continued.
Optimus looked up at Serenity and saw she truly meant it. Serenity smiled, then transformed and drove off.
Optimus replaying the talk with Serenity over in his mind. Once Serenity arrived at the ship, she started to walk inside, until Sentinel came behind her, placing his hands over her eyes.
"Guess who?~", Sentinel sang in her ear. "Sentinel.", Serenity said.
She then remove Sentinel's hands from her face. "Correct on the first try.", Sentinel said, while nuzzling her.
Serenity quickly moved away. "What is the emergency?", Serenity asked him.
"That I had to get you away from the annoying malfunction to hang out with a real bot.", Sentinel answered. "That's it?! And he's a malfunction?!", Serenity exclaimed, not hiding the irritation in her voice.
But, Sentinel was completely oblivious to it. "You can thank me later. I have something special planned right now.", Sentinel said.
He then looped Serenity's arm around his, as he lead her off the ship. "Where are you two going?", Ultra Magnus asked.
Before Serenity could say anything, Sentinel spoke. "Just on a small date.", Sentinel told him.
"Outing." Serenity corrected him. "Be careful you two. When you get back, I wish to speak with you, Serenity.", Ultra Magnus said.
She then nodded, as Sentinel practically dragged her out the ship. Serenity couldn't help but wonder what Sentinel had planned.
He hated organics. What could he have planned on this planet?
Part of her didn't want to know. After what seemed like a eternity, Sentinel yelled out, "We're here!"
Serenity stopped and transformed, before looking at an oil house. Serenity looked at the building, confused.
Then, Sentinel puts a blindfold over Serenity's eyes. She immediately started panicking at this.
With the dangers they faced on Earth, she hated anything stopping her from seeing danger. "Calm down, Sweet spark.~", Sentinel purred, as he picked up Serenity, bridal style.
Once inside, Sentinel set her down, before removing the blindfold. Serenity saw a small table with two cups of oil on it, and another chair across from her.
Sentinel then sat in it. "I bet you remember what today it is.", Sentinel said.
Serenity gave a confused look and shook her head. "The day I was named a Prime. How could you forget?", Sentinel teased, thinking it would have been a day she would mark on her calendar.
"Well, it was a special date for you.", Serenity said, as she tried to be polite. But, Serenity was internally screaming for someone to come and rescue her from spending a night with Sentinel gloating.
Sadly, no one came to her rescue. "And I can still remember Ultra Magnus giving me the title.", Sentinel continued after spending at least two hours talking about it.
"Sentinel... As interesting as this conversation is, we better head back. My uncle still wanted to talk with me when we got back.", Serenity said. "Aw, already? It hasn't been that long.", Sentinel whined.
Serenity saw it was getting dark outside. "Sentinel, the sun is going down. We've been here for hours.", Serenity told him.
"It doesn't feel that long when I'm with you, Princess.~", Sentinel purred, while moving closer. Serenity then stepped back.
"Yeah... Well, better get going.", Serenity said, feeling uncomfortable. She then transformed and started driving.
Sentinel then transformed and drove next to her. "So, what do you think he's going to talk to you about?", Sentinel asked.
"I don't know.", Serenity replied. "Maybe it will be about your mother.", Sentinel suggested.
Serenity then slammed on her breaks. "How did you find out about my mother?", Serenity asked him.
Sentinel then realized he messed up. "Well... Uh... You see... Ah... I...", Sentinel said, as he stumbled over his words.
"Out with it, Sentinel!", Serenity commanded. "Well, I wanted to see you. You know the first day we arrived...", Sentinel started, while trying to goody up the story.
"And when I came over to find you, I heard you talking to Ultra Magnus about her.", Sentinel continued. "YOU SPIED ON ME!? Sentinel! That was PERSONAL!", Serenity angrily yelled out.
"Yeah, I know. But-", Sentinel said, but Serenity cuts him off. "If you know why did you keep listening?!", Serenity yelled out.
"Well, I... I... I wanted to be with you. And if you ask for my opinion, I think you should move past her. I mean, there is nothing you can do about it. And it seems like she holding you back.", Sentinel said. Serenity was completely speechless.
How insensitive could Sentinel really be? "You're being way too emotional about it. The old femn bot is gone. Move on.", Sentinel continued.
That just about did it. Serenity then slapped him across the face.
Sentinel finally kept his mouth shut. "I cannot believe you!", Serenity angrily said.
She then transformed and drove away as fast as she could. Serenity drove into the city, hoping the noises will help distract her.
Optimus was on patrol, when he saw her speeding by. Optimus then follows, until she came to an alley and transformed, before crying.
Optimus immediately rushes over and holds her. Serenity then clings to him.
"It's okay. It's okay. You're not alone.", Optimus whispered comforting words to her. Once she had calmed down a bit...
"What happened?", Optimus asked. Serenity was now quiet for a minute.
"You do not have to tell me, if you don't want to-", Optimus continued. "No. It's just that... I miss her.", Serenity said.
Optimus knew who she was talking about. "You don't thinks she's holding me back. Do you?", Serenity asked him.
Optimus then sighed. "The people in our lives help shape who we are and who we become. We do have to move on from the past, but we can always looked past for guides in some things. Whether it history videos about the past or someone who was apart of our lives.", Optimus answered.
Serenity soon felt comforted by his words. "Thank you.", Serenity said.
"Hey, you want to do something tonight? Help get your mind on other things?", Optimus asked. "What did you have in mind?", Serenity asked.
"Meet me at the canyon in two astro cycles.", Optimus replied. "Okay. Same one as this morning?", Serenity asked.
"Yeah.", Optimus replied. "I need to speak with my uncle before I can go. He wanted to talk with me.", Serenity said.
"Okay. Do you mind if I walk with you to the ship?", Optimus asked. "I would like that.", Serenity replied.
So, Optimus and Serenity walked in comfortable silence. But on the way, they pass by a church with a bunch of cars in front.
"What going on? It isn't Sunday.", Serenity said. She then looked with Optimus into the window to find a man in a back tux and a woman in a white gown.
"Today, you commit yourselves to honoring and protecting one another above your separate selves, and to valuing your union above your own interests. But, as you know so well, with this joy also comes the profound responsibility to protect the bond you share. For it is only with continual care that your love is truly secure in the face of life's inevitable tests. Regard each other always with the same deep respect that has kept you through the years, and be ever mindful of the many gifts the other offers you. Inspire and encourage one another. For it is by strengthening your spouse, that you have strengthened your marriage. Bring out the very best in each other.", the preacher stated. He then let the couple say their vows, finishing the wedding off with, "I now proclaim you husband and wife."
The two then kissed and the crowd cheered. Optimus looked over to see Serenity smiling.
"That was beautiful.", Serenity said. "Indeed.", Optimus said, while looking at her.
Serenity then looked up at Optimus, as he quickly looked away. "We better go.", Optimus said.
Once at the ship, Optimus made sure Serenity got to her uncle, before he left to prepare their special night. "If I may ask, my niece. How is it that you left with Sentinel and return with Optimus?", Ultra Magnus asked her.
"Long story, Uncle. What did you want to speak with me about?", Serenity replied. "Oh! Come with me.", Ultra Magnus said.
He then lead Serenity down the ship's corridors, until they came to locked door. "Uncle, only you are allowed in there. What is this all about?", Serenity asked, confused.
"I don't want to keep anymore secrets from you. Before your mother died, she told me something that she made me swear not to tell anyone else, until you have come of an appropriate age.", Ultra Magnus answered. He then opened the door.
Before Serenity stepped in, she looked behind them just to make sure no one else came to find her. Once they both stepped in, the door closed behind them.
Ultra Magnus then lead her to the screen. He then took out a Cybertronian key and opened a small box.
But, before it opened, it scanned his optic, servo, and he had to say his name into a microphone. After that, the box opened holding a recording of some sort.
Ultra Magnus then pushed it into the computer. The queen, Serenity's mother, soon appeared on the screen.
"My dear, sweet Serenity. If your seeing this, it means I'm gone. But, know that my love for you still lives on. When you were born, I knew you were destined for great things. Either that be a great leader of Cybertron or your own path that you chose. I'm sorry for what you had to go through. I'm sorry I was never there for you as much as I wanted or needed to be. But, I want you to know that you will not face the trials alone. You will have your uncle, my brother, and... your sister. Yes, Serenity, you have a little sister. I had to send her away to protect her from the Fallen. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive me for not telling you sooner. But, I also hope you will love her, and have a inseparable bond. Just like I had with my brother. I love you, I love you both. Never forget that.", Queen Neo explained. The video then turned off.
Ultra Magnus looked at his niece to see her crying and went over to hug. "I hold nothing against her. But... But, I have a sister.", Serenity said.
Ultra Magnus heard the smile in her voice at the end. He looked down towards his niece.
"We will find her together. Okay?", Ultra Magnus said. "Yes.", Serenity said.
"When we get back to Cybertron, we can start looking.", Ultra Magnus told her. Serenity then looked up at her uncle.
"But, mother sent her off of Cybertron. How can we find her on Cybertron?", Serenity asked. "We will organize search parties. Send them to every part of the galaxy.", Ultra Magnus replied.
"But! But, I want to search for her.", Serenity said. Ultra Magnus then lifted Serenity's chin up.
"I will not risk loosing you again.", Ultra Magnus said. Serenity then looked away.
"As you wish, Uncle.", Serenity said. She decided to spend the rest of her time getting ready for Optimus.
Serenity then headed to the base. "Seri!", Sari cheered, while running over in her PJ's.
"Hey, Sari! How are you?", Serenity asked, while picking up the young girl. "I'm good! But, what happened to you?", Sari replied.
"I just needed to think. But, enough about that! I need your help.", Serenity said. "What do you need?", Sari asked her.
"I need to get ready to meet Optimus in about one and half astro cycles.", Serenity told her. Sari soon grinned.
By the time Sari and Serenity were done, Serenity was gleaming from head to toe. "Oh, you look good.", Sari cheered.
Serenity then looked at the time. "I better go.", Serenity said.
She then arrived in the canyon, but she didn't see Optimus. She started to walk around, before leaning against a tree.
Optimus then came over and gently touched her hand, startling her slightly. "Sorry!", Optimus apologized.
He had a small bow tie on, and was holding up a bouka of flowers (Picture Below).
Serenity then reached for them. "I love flowers! That was so sweet of you, Optimus.", Serenity said.
Optimus then extended his arm and Serenity wrapped her arm around his. He lead her through the forest that lead into a field.
And, as they walked, a bunch of fireflies flew around them. Both of them started trying to get a better look, before accidentally bumping into each other.
Optimus then looked into Serenity's optics. The full moon glowing into them.
He could get lost in her eyes. Serenity then looked up to the stars.
"Optimus, there is something I have to tell you. But, not tonight.", Serenity said. "Did someone do something to you?", Optimus asked, as he immediately got protective.
"No, it's actually a good thing. But right now, I want to focus on us.", Serenity replied. She then looked back up to Optimus.
"Just for fun. What is something you have never told anyone?", Serenity asked. Optimus then smiled.
"I did tell you this, but I'm not sure if you remember. When I was a sparkling, sometimes I would wonder off on my own. Just to think, but one time I got lost. My Sire thought I had gone to see a friend, so he didn't send out anyone to search for me. In that time, I met a femme bot. She had apparently been there many times, when she would sneak away from her caretakers. She lead me back to where my home was and we decided to meet then every five, in Earth terms, days. She became my secret friend, until one day she stopped showing up.", Optimus answered. "Did you ever get her name?", Serenity asked.
"She called herself, Neo, at the time.", Optimus replied. Serenity then recognized the name of her mother.
She looked up at
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