This is my newest fanfiction and the idea came to me in a dream. OOOOOO ;). Ok, Please R&R.

Chapter 1: Beginnings

I was digging in the trash trying to find something good enough to eat. I sighed, "Am I always going to have to live like this?" I asked aloud. I had been abandoned at the age of 10 and had to fend for myself ever since. I am 16 now and the only money I ever get comes from when I bring in recycling in exchange for cash. And that doesn't get you much money, so I normally have to go dumpster diving for my meals.

After going through several dumpsters I found an almost complete 'to go' meal. It wasn't much to most people, but it was a lot to me. So I took my dinner and went off into the desert walking beside the only road that went anywhere out of Jasper. I walked and walked till I was far away from the town. Eventually I sat down and ate my meager findings. After I had eaten I laid on my back with my arms crossed my head as the first star appeared.

I quietly whispered, "First star shinning bright, won't you grant my wish tonight?" Then I continued, "I want a home and a family, Please…." I know it is silly for a girl my age to wish upon a star, but it was one of the few things someone like me could find hope in.

As I started to drift off suddenly a bright light shined over me and I quickly stood up and ran, not wanting to have any trouble. I ran until I hid behind a canyon and peaked from behind wanting to know what had found me.

What I saw scared me so much I pressed my whole body to the canyon wall and whimpered.

(OPTIMUS's POV)

I was on the night patrol as usual, when I saw something on the side of the road. It was small, thin, and looked like it was sleeping. When I got closer I saw it was a human female, with light brown hair and clothes that looked torn and dirty. When it noticed my lights on it, it quickly stood and ran like a frightened animal.

I knew we were not supposed to let humans know of our existence but something about this young female worried me, so I transformed and turned on my infrared scanners. I scanned all around me looking for the small human and then heard a small frightened whimper. I quickly turned my head in the sounds direction and saw the girl behind a canyon. I turned off the infrared slowly approached the girls hiding spot.

"I know you are there little one, please come out," I said gently. I heard another small whimper of fear and felt my spark tremble at her fear. I tried again, "Little one, I promise I will not harm you," Slowly the girl walked out of the hiding spot but still took several steps away from me her deep blue eyes shining with fear.

I knelt down so that I wasn't as tall and threatening and asked, "What are you doing out here all alone?" She shrugged and finally spoke, "Don't really live anywhere and I like it out here." I raised a brow and asked, "What do you mean?" Her hand trembled as she replied, "I was abandoned by my parents years ago, so I don't live anywhere and I like it out here in the desert."

A look of discussed came over my face and she backed away a few more steps, looking ready to flee. "That look was not directed at you, little one I was angered that creators would do that to their own Sparkling," I told her, forcing myself to calm my expression. She looked slightly relieved but did not walk closer.

"Who are you?" she asked trying to sound calm. "My name is Optimus Prime, and yours is?" I replied and asked. "Jennifer," She replied. "Jennifer now that you have seen me I would appreciate it if you would come with me," I said gently and placed a hand in front of her.

(NORMAL POV)

Again she looked ready to run for her life, but she saw the caring in his optics and decided to take a leap of faith, she stepped onto the offered hand. He carefully brought his hand to his right shoulder and set her on it. She rapped he hands around his truck pipe and crossed her legs.

Deciding the human was scared enough at the moment, he chose to walk back to base knowing there were no humans around and that the base wasn't very far. At first the girl shook with each step the titan took so Optimus started to rub Jennifer's back to reassure her that she was safe. At first she trembled under his touch, but eventually she leaned into it and a soft rumbling sound came from her. As Optimus walked he heard labored breathing and felt Jennifer's grip loosen.

The Prime smiled slightly, glad that she was comfortable enough to fall asleep in his presence. Even though she had fallen asleep he continued to rub her back, knowing that even in her sleep his gentle touch calmed her.

When he reached base, his team came to greet him has usual, but they were surprised when he came in walking instead of driving. When he entered they looked up at his face and most were stunned to see a sleeping human on his shoulder. Well, all were stunned except one. "Optimus! What are thinking bringing a human here?!" asked his medic. Optimus did not answer him but instead shot him a look, warning in his eyes.

The medic lowered his gaze, deciding not to challenge his leader at this time. Optimus gazed at all of the autobots in the same manner, and they all lowered their gaze out of respect for their leader. Optimus then walked towards his quarters, taking the sleeping Jennifer with him.

When Optimus was out of hearing range Arcee said (with her usual attitude) "We're not getting an explanation until the human wakes up are we?" "I would guess not," said the medic with a sigh of annoyance. After that the all silently went back to their usual duties, only guessing what their leader's reasons were.

When he reached his quarters he gently lifted Jennifer from his shoulder, so as not to wake her. He then carried her over to his berth, where he himself laid down and then lightly placed the girl on his chest. When he set her there, she shifted in her sleep making herself more comfortable. When she stopped moving she almost seemed to be hugging his chest, clearly not wanting to let him go.

For some reason Optimus pitied the girl, but smiled at her attachment. He continued to smile as he drifted into stasis, thinking of the events to come.

I'm still a little new to writing fanfiction, so please go easy with the flames. I know I made some grammar mistakes but please take it easy on me . PLEASE R&R! ;)