So, I have the song "Tongue Tied" by Grouplove stuck inside my head. So, that's what I'm naming the chapter. Btw, don't own Transformers, just my OC and plot! Enjoys!
chapter 3: Tongue Tied
I walked backwards until I was at the edge of Barricade's hand, a shiver ran up my body before I could stop it. Barricade must've noticed, because he brung his hand closer to his optics to see me, a worried expression on his metal face.
"Are you okay?" He asks.
"I'm okay. It's just, there's so many of them." I whispered.
"Don't worry, the sooner this is over, the sooner we can leave." He whispered back.
After Ironhide was done talking to the huge robot, which I assumed just by the sheer size and regal pouring from him that he was the leader turned and stared at me with his piercing blue eyes. They slowly began to approach us and I shivered again, feeling the goosebumps make their way up my arms. What is with these bots?
"You do not need to fear us. My name, is Optimus Prime." The blue and red flamed bot spoke. It was so deep! Even for a robot...
"I'm Brooke Reynolds." I mumbled, grasping Frenzy a bit tighter.
He smiled at me, "It is very nice to meet you. "
I sighed, "Really? I wish I could say the same."
I could tell Cade was chuckling because his frame shook slightly and I looked up at him and smiled. A tingly sensation went up my chest, and I folded my arms across myself. Just then a bright yellow robot with medical lights on his shoulders walked up beside Optimus on the left. Ironhide on the right.
"My scans have shown that the femme has taken a serious hit to the head which would leave to serious migranes. She will also need stitches for the wound on the side of her head."
I winced at his words, it reminded me of the pain that shot up from my ribs.
"She also has a slight fracture in the right side of her rib cage." He adds. No dip.
Barricade picked me up carefully and planted me on his shoulder, I scooted closer to his head, ignoring the pain in my chest. Frenzy sat along beside me.
"Take it easy." Barricade rumbled and I rolled my eyes playfully.
" So...what do we do about this?" Ironhide asks minutes later.
"I have an idea," I spoke up, "How about you and your little autobots turn around and leave us alone."
"You have several injuries that need tending." Optimus says.
I shrugged my shoulders, "I'll live. "
"You will also have to be questioned, both of you will. To make sure that you are not conspiring with the Decepticons."
"Didn't I already mentioned I am a neutral?" Barricade grumbled and I frowned at them.
"And...what if we don't want to go?" I asked uneasily.
"I am sorry, but this is not an option." Optimus replies before the bright yellow bot could answer.
I sighed in frustration. How are we even going to get out of this situation? They began to speak in low clicks and whirs which Cade told me was their native language. I didn't bother pretending to be interested in the conversation and began playing with the pointy metal sticking out from his helm. Frenzy was in my lap again, careful to not press to much on my ribs.
After what seemed like forever, they finally switch back to English and I looked back at the Autobots.
"Then it is settled," Optimus said in a what seemed like a slightly frustrated tone, "Barricade will remain in the brigs until deemed trustworthy, as for Brooke Reynolds, you will remain in the Med Bay, under heavy security."
How did I go from a witness to a prisoner that fast? I let go of the metal edge and fumed at them.
"A, what is a Med Bay? B, Why does Barricade need to be locked up when he clearly isn't a Decepticon anymore? Seriously, for some advanced, genius, alien race, that wasn't a very smart idea."
"Brooke." Barricade groaned and I shot him a look. Was he seriously reprimanding me right now? While I'm trying to get him out of the brig?
"It is all we can do for now." Optimus replies, still in his regal voice. I'm surprised he hasn't snapped yet, it must take a whole lot to get this guy mad...or even just annoyed.
On the other hand, Ironhide was glaring and muttering threats to blast us under his breath. The bright yellow robot glared at us too with icy cold blue optics. I was used to getting glares like these and didn't even flinch when Ironhide's glare intensified. Instead, I matched him with my own type of glare. A glare mixed with hatred and a dark promise.
After all the glaring and staring is over, Optimus finally sighs and says, "Autobots, roll out."
They transform back into their alt modes and I watched in amazement. Then I looked back at Barricade as they all started their engines.
"Cade," I whispered, "Should we make a run for it? If we leave fast, we can loose them on the freeway."
He just snorted, "Highly unlikely. And plus, if we do run, they'll assumed what they're already accusing us as, plotting with the Cons."
"But we're not! And what right do they have anyway to just take us away like that? We weren't doing anything illegal by their standards." I argued.
"The only reason why I am agreeing is because your hurt, and if anybot can fix you, it's Ratchet. I...do trust him. After that, we'll come up with an escape plan."
I nodded, a familiar sly smile spreading on my face as I walked back into Cade's palm with Frenzy and let him lower us to the ground. It was that same rush of excitement I felt when I was running from the cops earlier, that same burst of energy. When it came to coming up with stealthy, smooth escape plans, me and Cade were best for the jobs. I had no worry that we wouldn't escape, and I am already plotting revenge against Ironhide.
Barricade slowly transformed down into his Mustang police cruiser and I carefully got in, and shut the door softly. He strapped me in before turning on his own engine and following the Autobots. I couldn't keep my eyes off the road behind us, our freedom behind us.
~ A few hours later ~
"Brooke, get up." A familiar voice said, and I jerked awake my eyes wide as I scan everywhere around me. Where am I?! Am I alone? I don't want to be alone!
I then realize that my heart was racing in my chest and the air felt heavy, beads of sweat dripped down my neck and forehead.
"Brooke, remain calm. I am here, you need to breathe!" A voice shouted but it was growing distant for the only thing I could hear was the rapid beating of my heart.
A shriek escaped me before I knew it and I pulled my knees up to my chest rocking back and forth. I don't want to be alone ! I DON'T WANT TO BE ALONE!
"Brooke! Calm down, breathe!" I remembered who's voice was crying out, It was Barricade.
My vision became clear again and I looked around to see Frenzy glowing red optics filled with worry as he muttered in Cybertronian, and the soothing sound of Barricade's engine. Sometimes I would wake up with temporary amnesia, and forget where I am or what I did the other day. My memories were still blurry, but I focused on the sound of Barricade's engine. He always did this for me when I woke up screaming and freaking out.
"Brooke...are you calm?"He asked, moments later.
"I'm alright," I let out an exasperated breath, "Just...thought I was alone."
"I will never leave you. I am always here." He said and I smiled softly, before leaning back in the seat again.
"I woke you up because Ratchet wants you at the Med Bay. This is the farthest I can go, but I did managed to get them to allow Frenzy to stay with you."
I patted the dashboard, "Thanks Cade."
The door swung open, and I slowly got out, Frenzy following. I then turned back to the car. "Uh...where's the Med Bay?"
"Down the hall, take a right turn, and the first hangar on the left." He instructed.
I nodded and bend down to pick up Frenzy, and Barricade only groaned slightly. I smiled, "Will you be here when I come back?"
"I don't know. They might take me to an interrogation while you are being treated."
I shivered at the word 'interrogation', It didn't sound like it was going to be a walk in the park. As much as I wanted to run back inside him and tell him to 'floor it,' I take in a noisy breath and continued walking to the Med Bay, silently praying that their medic was a nice guy.
This ones a little shorter than usual but I think it gets the point across. Eh. Anyway, review, review, review my friends!
