Hidden Spark on Earth II (TFP)

Chapter 12

Saphira sat on the med berth as Ratchet scanned her body for any injuries. She has chosen to be quiet, feeling the guilt of going after Bee to try and help him was not very nice. She had some tears rolling down her cheeks as she waited. Ratchet had already went on a rant at her about her running into the ground bridge and going to a place where Mech had been located. It was not a very nice feeling to be scolded and Saphira ended up simply crying softly. She apologized and promised to not do it again, and they believed her.

Having Megatron standing in the med bay watching Ratchet check Saphira over was very strange. The room was tense, even though Megatron was simply watching with a concerned expression. He was standing by the wall, watching silently. Everyone was grateful that he helped Bee on getting his t-cog back, and that he turned the forge over to Optimus.

When Optimus explained to her what the forge could do, she was rather happy about it. She didn't know if Optimus would make something with the forge soon, though as there was no fighting happening between the bots and decepticons currently, he probably didn't feel the need to. He did imply that he may make something in response to Mech at some point, but he didn't feel anything was necessary yet.

"Good news..." Ratchet turned to face the two sires. "Saphira and the sparklings are okay." Optimus smiled and Megatron exhaled in relief. Ratchet looked at Saphira with a frown. "It is a very good thing that you got out of the way of Starscream's missile in time. I still can't believe that you followed Bee. Speaking of..." He glanced at Bee who was waiting on the med berth beside Saphira. "I guess I should prepare for surgery. You better lay down and I'll get things ready and put you into stasis in no time."

Bee nodded happily and laid down. Ratchet had the t-cog on an examination table as he had to make sure it wasn't damaged. Since Saphira was in the clear, Optimus held his hand to her and she slid into the open palm. She didn't know if Optimus would speak to her about his disappointment or not. But she doubted it would be like how Ratchet ranted and scolded her.

Saphira glanced at Megatron as Optimus walked out of the med bay and the silver mech followed them. "I...I am sorry if I scared you both...I just wanted to try and help..."

"It was not the smartest choice," Megatron said, his voice purred gently as he spoke. "I am just glad that you are safe. I don't think anything's else needs to be said. Ratchet already spoke to you, and I think it is enough."

Optimus nodded slightly in agreement. "I believe the same thing, Saphira. You can sense it through our bonds, and that is enough." She nodded and looked down sadly. "Don't think that I will hold it against you, Saphira. I think the rest of the day will be a quiet, relaxing day."

Saphira hoped that was the case, she did not know how Optimus and Megatron would go with being in each other's presence like this. She glanced between the two of them curiously. "It is a bit strange for the two of you to be here." Optimus nodded in agreement. "At least we can agree...no fighting among each other. I really don't want to be the one to try and stop you from fighting, because I won't, and I'll get one of the others to stop you."

"We will not cause you any trouble, Saphira." Optimus glanced at Megatron with a warning look in his eyes. "I know I won't."

Saphira rolled her eyes. "I really mean it, Optimus. I know there is still tension between the two of you. Just...if you ever need to blow off steam, take it somewhere else. Though I would prefer it if neither one of you fought each other again."

"Wouldn't it be better if we found somewhere private to spend time with her?" Megatron asked curiously, making Optimus stop and look at him with a frown. "The island that I took her to recently would be good. You and I can have enough room to lay down, and the fresh air will do Saphira some good."