From Within The Sand (Sunstreaker and Sideswipe Bayverse)

Chapter 24

We spent the rest of the night watching movies. Sideswipe talked through most of them, but I think he needed to keep his mind busy. He asked lots of questions about what was going on in the movies. I was more than happy to explain. It kept my mind off certain things, too. Sunstreaker seemed unfazed by it all. Never saying a word as he lay curled up on his bed. Sideswipe and I sat on the floor, enjoying our time together. After the third movie, I realized how late it was. Sunstreaker fell asleep on his bed and Sideswipe passed out on the floor. I envy them, wishing I could sleep too, but I don't dwell on that and head back to my room.

I head towards the door but turn and look back at them. Just before I reach the door, I vanish from view and reappear in my room. The only light is from the moon, casting its shadow upon my wall. It's a somber sight. I look at the alarm clock sitting on my bookshelf next to my rack. Its numbers glow 0430. Only a few hours until sunrise. I'm not sure what to do with my time. It's been a while since I wrote. So, I turn on the lamp at my desk, its warm light illuminating the room, cancelling out the moonlight. The chair scrapes against the floor as I pull it back. As I'm about to sit down, there is a quiet tap against my door. Curious, I take long strides and turn the handle.

As the door swings open, the light casts over a sleepy holoform. His eyes immediately soften as they land on me. He releases a sigh of relief and I step back to let him in. He doesn't waste time and before I can speak; he wraps his arms around me and pulls me into a hug. I'm not sure how he knew that would work. It surprised me for a moment. My mind is starting to do it on its own now. I pushed the door close and let my arms wrap around him, hugging him back. The only sound is the slight buzzing from my lamp.

"Are you okay, Sunstreaker?" I whisper against him, breaking the silence.

"I thought I lost you. I woke up and you were gone." If his voice wasn't muffled by my shirt, I'd swear he was whimpering, on the verge of tears.

"I'm sorry. You guys fell asleep, and I figured it was time to leave. I didn't mean to worry you." I say sincerely, pulling back and looking him in the eye.

"Maybe a note next time or wake one of us up." He pouts, giving me sad eyes.

"You two need the rest. I wasn't about to wake either of you. I'll try to leave a note or something next time." Without realizing, I bring my hand up and caress his cheek.

His eyes close and he leans into my hand. A small smile spreads on my face. It helps push back the terrible thought of leaving them one day. Soon enough I will cease to exist and will only be a memory. My thumb rubs gently across his cheek. This is a moment I hope he never forgets. I hope he never forgets about me. I don't know what the afterlife looks like, but I know I'll never forget him or Sideswipe. They have both become the most important people/bots in my life. They have become my home. After a few more seconds, I slowly started to pull my hand away. His soft hand reacts fast and stops me from moving, holding my hand in place.

"Please don't stop. Not yet." He pleads. His eyes bleeding into mine. His fingers slowly squeezing mine.

"Come here." I grab his freehand with my own, pulling him towards my rack.

"Lay down." I order and he gives me a confused look. "You need to sleep. I will lay next to you."

As soon as the words left my lips, hands were dropped, and he crawled on the bed. I giggle a little bit watching him pull off his shoes in a hast. I sit down on the bed expecting to lay on the outside, but he pulls me to the inside. I bring my arm up so he can cuddle close. It's a little awkward with his height, but we make it work. His head rests on my shoulder, his body turned towards me with an arm over my stomach. Once he is finished adjusting, his eyes close and I can feel sleep taking him way.

"Thank you, Hart." He mummers before sleep overtakes him.

I wait a few minutes before speaking in a whisper, "You are the best thing to happen to me. Even when I'm gone, I'll never leave you." Then I press my lips to the top of his head, giving him my first and last kiss. 

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Sorry for the short chapter. I couldn't bring myself to add anymore. It may be short, but its perfect to me. I hope you all like it too.

love, 

Shelby77gt