[ Author's Note:
I'm really sorry but I honestly didn't proofread this chapter or spell check it so I hope it's good. ^_^;;; ]
The Enemy Is Us
Chapter 1
"Lord Megatron, you truly believe a message like that will bring the humans to us? Even fleshlings can't be that idiotic." As usual, the second in command had a word of criticism ready for their leader's actions. When did he ever agree with him?
The warlord continued to grin in a self-indulged manner. "Oh believe me, Starscream... Enough humans will come. Have you ever scoured their world wide web about us?"
Starscream looked away slightly, trying to remember if he ever did. Sure, he had taken a look or two at their information superhighway but never bothered to look up the term Decepticon. It was, again as usual, Soundwave who made the brilliant discovery that the fleshlings were already aware of their existence through the means of animated series and even some movies with real humans in them. Pathetic, really. "No, I... can't say that I have. But I really doubt they'd love us much if they have any idea what we think about fleshies. Insects are nothing more but pests that need to perish."
"And they will, Starscream. In time. First we will gather those truly loyal to us... There are many horrid things they created about us but I believe some will serve us well. Once Shockwave has completed his experiments, they'll be loyal indeed..." A glint of amusement was seen in the Decepticon leader's eyes as he looked down upon the Seeker. The sounds their warship made were softly heard in the background, indicating that everything worked as it should.
A roll of the optics was made by Starscream as he kept in an annoyed grunt. "You can't possibly allow those disgusting creatures to join our ranks?!"
Sharp teeth showed in the growing grin as Megatron continued to tower over the doubtful mech. He never failed to entertain. "Perhaps I'll even find myself another second in command. One who does the job properly." To taunt the smaller flyer some more.
"What?!" That was a huge insult to Starscream. His wings shot up into a position pointing straight upwards and his whole body seemed to become tense. "No one could easily replace me! Especially not one of those humans!" What was Megatron even thinking? Once again he got too little appreciation!
"We shall see, Starscream. Though I can advice you to stop questioning my decisions. Heed my orders and follow the plan as I intend it to be. Perhaps it would keep you out of Knockout's medbay for awhile." Another mocking from the leader to his "faithful" servant. Punishment had made Starscream end up there often lately. It was as if the Seeker became more focused on betraying the Decepticon leader every day. But today, with their victory over London being realized, Megatron was in a good mood.
A frown covered Starscream's face now as his wings lowered a little again, knowing he couldn't fight his master even though he'd want to. Yet he also knew that Megatron took a lot more advice when he wasn't angry for once.
"If you can even beat humanity. The war for this city only worked because we had the advantage of surprise..." His strategic side began to talk now. Starscream wasn't second in command for no reason. He added some value to the cause and in this case he didn't want to die at the hands of fleshies. "But if humans were to unite against us they might overpower us. Most of our troops and weapons are still upon Cybertron, per your instructions..." A hint of anger seeped through his tone. This strategy from Megatron made no sense.
Megatron's amused look shifted into a more serious expression as the topic became actual war strategy. He didn't doubt his choices. "Soon humans will be fighting for us. Our numbers will greatly increase."
It just so happened that a certain Con approached the two, his one optic fixated on them. "Your conclusion is correct. There have already been signs of humans making their way here as we speak." Which was the good news. However there was a problem as well. "But I cannot promise all of them will survive the procedure."
"Only the strong will survive, as it should be. Weaklings are of no use to me." That was the Decepticon way. Megatron straightened his posture as his optics shifted to Shockwave. "Are we ready to begin their... induction?" His red optics gave off a gentle glow. The plan would not fail.
"Yes, my liege. The equipment has been prepared and I will personally oversee the project." Shockwave would have no other Decepticon do so. They were all inadequate for the job. However he planned on having Knockout assist him as he was more up to date about human biology. They shouldn't accidently kill all of their possible servants.
"Good." Once again the warlord was pleased with his science officer's progress. "You may start welcoming our guests, then."
Having just seen the worldwide broadcast, most humans were left with mouths and eyes wide in surprise.
It was no different in the house of the Bates. Father, mother, son and daughter all staring at the screen. A quick discussion followed on this having to be a huge prank of some sort but nothing proved it was. The destruction of London was all over the news. There were barely any images as no one could come close anymore but the news was true. As far as they knew everyone in the city had died and some survivors were being tended to in hospitals.
The Bates also lived in England but far enough away from their capital. They hadn't been attacked yet but there was a lot of fear they soon would be.
Once the discussion between the family was over, phonecalls between loved ones and friends happened next.
Lily Bates wasn't excluded from that though her friends preferred to converse through texts and Facebook. Group chats were flooded with reactions of all kinds and well... Worst were the friends who knew Transformers. She scrolled her eyes through some of the messages and statusses.
"Omg guys! This is REAL. It is finally happening! *Packing bags.* Decepticons here I come! 333"
"It's probably just a hoax. I mean maybe the government is just trying to scare us."
"Where are the Autobots at?! Optimus get off your lazy ass we need you! D: Can't believe this shit is happening."
"Told you aliens were real. HA. I win."
Was anyone even taking this seriously? Lily took a deep breath, filling up her lungs completely before letting the air escape from her body. She felt nervous and her hands shook while she tried to hold them still enough to read the messages.
A text came in from her best friend then: "You watched Transformers right? What do you make of this?"
Lily's fingers hovered over the digital keyboard, softly pressing each letter and often going back to correct the typoes she made. "I dunno, bro. That Megatron looked a lot like the Prime version... But more realistic. They can't be real though.. It's a series. Should be fake..."
It wasn't even a minute after she sent it that the buzzing of her phone notified her of a reply. "Doesn't seem that way though... What are you going to do? I know you're a Decepticon fan and all..."
"I'll need to think about it..." She took another deep breath and counted slowly to three in her head before letting it go. Remaining calm was important. There was a voice screaming in her head to pack her bags and take the next train towards London. Being a Decepticon is all she ever dreamt of just like many other fans. But knowing Megatron, it could very well be a trap... Was it a risk worth taking? "I'll give it eight or nine days. See how things are by then..."
"Just don't do anything stupid, okay? Don't want to end up having to go to London to drag my friend back home." The reaction read. Lily let out a soft chuckle before smiling sadly. Lauren always had a great view on things. She could already picture her friend coming into a city filled with Decepticons carrying loaded guns and demanding for Lily's freedom. It was a stupid idea. But the reality was that somehow Decepticons were real and were ppssibly going to conquer Earth.
As much as she'd like to have faith in humans to be strong enough to take them out, no one knew yet how many of those giants robots there were. Joining them may be the wiser move.
Lily's ears caught onto something coming from the TV and she looked up to watch. A government official spoke: "We will do everything in our power to solve this. Diplomats will be send out to London but if these aliens do not comply, we will move to war. Anyone who joins Megatron and the Decepticons will be charged with treason towards England as well as humanity."
Those last few words continued to linger in Lily's head. Anyone who joins the Decepticons will be charged with treason...
