Transformers Prime - Don't Worry, I'll Protect You

by rainblade prime

This is my first story on here, so constructive criticism is greatly appreciated and encouraged. An Optimus Prime love story. Mika is more important than she realizes, which could lead to the destruction and death of everyone and everything she loves.

1. Chapter 1 - Introduction

"You worthless piece of trash!" he screamed, kicking me again.
He kicked me in my chest, and my head hit the edge of my dresser, making me black out.

I woke up on the floor, hurting everywhere. I turned slowly to look at my alarm clock. It was 10:19.
I scrambled up, whimpering. I quickly got ready and headed to school, trying to ignore the pain coursing through my body.

3RD PRERIOD
I silently slipped into my seat, wincing at the pain. I got out my history book and tried to pay attention to the lecture.
Finally, the bell rang and I slowly collected my things and headed to my locker. I stuffed my things in it and limped to the cafeteria.
I grabbed a school lunch and walked to the only seat I had ever sat at. I assumed that I would be sitting alone since that was always the case, but I was wrong.
"Hey, Mika. You mind if I sit with you?" Raf asked. I slowly nodded.
Soon, Miko and Jack joined us as well.
"What happened?" Jack asked, motioning to my arm.
My long sleeve had scrunched up, partially revealing a long gash on my arm. I quickly covered it up.
I avoided their eyes as I said, "It's nothing."
"Oh, well, okay," Raf said hesitantly, and the rest of lunch passed by in awkward silence.
I knew I couldn't trust anyone with what "dad" did to me at home. He would eventually find out and the consequences would undoubtedly endanger my life.

END OF SCHOOL DAY, RAF'S POV
I walked out of school, immediately seeing a yellow and black Urbana 500. I walked up to it, and the passenger door opened automatically.
"Hey, Bee," I said, still thinking about Mika and the large cut on her arm. I quickly climbed inside and I buckled myself in.
As Bumblebee drove away from the school, he sensed my uneasiness. what's wrong, Raf? he asked.
I sighed and told him about Mika.
Once I got done explaining, I sat back in the seat, waiting for an answer.
Bumblebee finally answered, saying I'll talk to Optimus and see what he can do
"Okay," I said.

Once we got to base, Bumblebee immediately left to go talk to Optimus about Mika.
"Is this about Mika?" Optimus asked before Bumblebee could say anything. yes… he beeped, puzzled.
"Arcee and Bulkhead have already told me the same thing," Optimus explained. He laid a servo on Bee's shoulder. "Rest assured, Bumblebee, that I will do what I can," Optimus promised.
Bee nodded and left, joining his charge as Miko and Raf raced.