A/N: I'm so tired. Turns out I don't do well with nonfiction, but I do extremely well with fiction. Slipped up big time with my English college class. It's like taking AP, which I never have before. So that's taking a lot of my time. I am doing my best to update in my free time. There is going to be a major time skip in this chapter. So enjoy this chapter. I will try to update, depending on what I have going on. Don't forget to R&R. I really love reviews.

Guest: Yes.

Optimus' girl (guest): I checked it out, but didn't read any of them due to it being inappropriate with the graphic interfacing. Now if there was a remake without it I would read it. But that's great information. I just hope no one gets mad at me for plagiarizing since I never knew until now. Megatron will meet little Orion, but doesn't reveal anything to protect them from the High Council. Though Ariel will be surprised when we get to the start of the war to see he's still alive when he reveals it to his brother. A3 won't know either, nor will Nemesis. Well at least for now.

maria-ioanna984: Glad to have you reviewing again. It is like a coin very much. But there is a very good reason for the war being started, and that's why. It's legit the truth why the war was started. So I don't see the Decepticons as villains, given they are fighting for a good reason. Sure their actions are bad, but it's the meaning behind it.

Michelle Thornboy: Yeah he does lie during the war. He's gotten so used to using it as a protective shield

tiedwithribbons: It is sad. I had to keep it together while typing it. I'm sure his creators will know one day.

:Sparkbond:

:Sibling/parent bond:

Com. link/flashbacks/dreams/thoughts

Main Pairings:

Nemesis PrimexAlpha Trion

Child(s): Megatron, Orion Pax/Optimus Prime

MegatronxNightgale

Child(s): Bumblebee

Orion Pax/OptimusxAriel/Elita One

Child(s): Hot Rod

Warnings: Kissing, mentions of interfacing, violence, death, graphics, and anything else I forgot.

Disclaimer: I do not own Transformers. Only Hasbro. I only own my characters.


Megatron stared up at the large coliseum where he would be fighting. It was massive and intimidating to look at. His friends had already left back to the mines before they got in trouble. Taking a large breath, Megatron walked inside the building and down to the lower parts. He was suppose to meet a mech named Quickshine, his new owner. Two sparklings cried in a corner, one red and the other yellow. They were at least a few days old an already taken away.

"You Megatron?" a mech questioned.

"Uh yeah I am," Megatron answered back.

"The name's Quickshine," the mech introduced. "I'll take good care of you, like I do with all my gladiators. Come on, I'll show you around."

Megatron followed the silver mech. Something in those yellow optics gave him comfort. He walked to the rec room, the loud noise quieting down as soon as the door shut. Mechs and a few femmes looked up and smiled at the larger mech.

"Hey Quickshine, come to celebrate for our winning?" A white femme with yellow highlights grinned. "Soundwave did a great job with telling us their moves. Without him, I'm sure more of us would be dead. Hey is that the Prime's heir? How did you manage that?"

"Don't be stupid Firesing. The Prime's heir is dead. He died in an attacks while down in the mines," a red and grey mech growled. "Unless you are him and you survived the attack. Nah they buried the frame and aired it live."

"Gladiators, this is Megatron. Not the heir to the Prime," Quickshine said. "He's our new addition to the family. Treat him well and help him out. He knows a bit about fighting, but not much."

"Nice to meet you. My creators named me after the heir and remodeled me to look like him in the Prime's honor," said Megatron.

"Youngling: tells truth. Will be strong fighter. Future: he will be on top," Soundwave said, his voice monotone. Megatron was shocked to find the condition his friend was in. What had happened to his voice? Why did he wear a visor and faceplate? "Soundwave: will watch over Megatron."

"Uh thank you Soundwave," Megatron said, bowing his helm in respect.

"Get back to your celebrating. You all get the next day off to do what you please," the owner said, taking his leave. "Soundwave, take him to his quarters and show him around will ya?"

Megatron followed the blue and white mech out of the room through a different door. When they were completely alone, Megatron finally asked what was on his mind.

"Soundwave what happened to your voice?" Megatron asked. "What happened to you in general?"

"My creators found out that I took Nightgale away from them. They beat me and left me mostly blind, deaf, and mute. A medic named Ratchet took me in to heal me. Without my mask and visor, I cannot see, talk, or hear," Soundwave explained. "The damage was severe. I keep up the act that there was more damage to prevent any suspicion of me doing anything. They believe I have processor damage as well."

"That is so cruel. I'm just simply glad that you are alive," said Megatron. "I can't believe what is happening now. The High Council is getting more demanding if they wanted me dead. I saw sire and carrier while 'visiting' my grave due to Terminus and the rest knowing me so well. I lied to them in order to protect them. They were so crushed when I told them I was not their son. Soundwave I want this all to end! It isn't fair! I hate lying and that slagging Council! I wanna go home with sire and carrier!"

"It will get better Megatron. You have a very strong spirit and beliefs. The High Council will be erraticated and replaced with good and honest mechs and femmes, ones that I can read their minds at any time to prevent this from happening again. They must share our beliefs and know what it is like to live in this life now," said Soundwave, stopping at a door on the right. "These will be your quarters. They aren't the best, but you get it all to yourself. Mine are connected to yours if you need anything. I will continue with the tour."

Soundwave showed Megatron the weapons that he could choose from, the arena, rec rooms, Quickshine's office, and secret entrances/exits for emergencies. Megatron took in all the information and rules when they were explained. The telepath picked up the youngling when he was dragging behind, and took him to his room. He placed Megatron on the berth before leaving. It was a lot of information for the mech to take in.

~~~000

A3 watched the holovids he and Nemesis made of Megatron. He smiled as he remembered those memories so clearly. A frown replaced the joy at the thought of his son's death. He hadn't lived much and already was gone. Starscream and his trine and creators had stayed the previous day as a sign of honor to the youngling. Starscream looked the most distraught. Megatron was his first ever friend. He didn't care that he was a Prince.

Nemesis dragged his pedes across the floor. He had went to go see his son's grave when he finished with work. A3 shut the holovid off and went to comfort his mate. Nemesis looked so broken yet didn't at the same time. He was hiding his feelings to keep up the face of a Prime.

"How was work love?" A3 asked.

"Long. The High Council still refuses to listen. Shockwave is the only one that is against such vile acts. They've reprogrammed him to obey their will and become an emotionless mech. I watched the whole thing. They said his crimes were helping the those lower than the higher caste," said Nemesis. "He didn't deserve to be treated like that. I tried to help, but I couldn't. Shockwave said that Megatron still lives on and that he has set it up so that the Council is destroyed in time. I just need to be patient and wait for that time to come."

"Oh Nem. You did what you could. How about some Energon and some recharge?" A3 asked.

"Sounds lovely," said Nemesis. "Thank you A3."

~~~years later

Megatron raised his arms above his helm, the crowds surrounding him cheering loudly at his victory. Quickshine greeted him with wide arms, smiling largely. Megatron had been unbeatable since he completed his training as a gladiator. He had come out on top and won lots of money.

"You've done so well Megs. There's nothing scheduled so we all have the day off tomorrow," said Quickshine. He held out a card with a large number on it. "Here's your credits from the bets. We've made triple the amount of credits than in the past few vorns (years). I knew my feeling about you was correct."

"Thank you Quickshine. I think I will spend the day wandering the city," said Megatron, a grin gracing his face. "Make sure the others get paid well. I'm going to go get repaired and rest."

"Whatever you want," said Quickshine. "Oh yeah, uh a letter came in for you. It's on your berth."

Megatron nodded and went to the medibay. He was repaired quickly and left to his room. He picked up the datapad and turned it on.

'Megatron,

I hear you've been quite successful as a gladiator. Alpha 729 has the day off tomorrow. We were hoping you can come and find us in Kaon. We don't know where yet, probably buying some fuel. Hope to meet you after so long.

-Terminus'

Megatron smiled widely. He sent a reply before resting. He would find his miner family. He had missed seeing them as they were so busy with work. He decided to get them mid-grade Energon so that they don't need to buy the extreme low-grade that shops sold to miners. A knock disturbed his thoughts.

"Come in," Megatron called out. Soundwave allowed himself inside the small room. "Ah Soundwave. I was planning on messaging you. Your sister and the rest of Alpha 729 have the day off tomorrow. They want me to go find them. I was hoping you can come and join me."

"I would be honored," said Soundwave. "That is not why I am here. News just came in that Alpha Trion is carrying the next heir of Nemesis."

"Alpha Trion?" Megatron asked. He was no youngling anymore, but he didn't understand. Had his carrier died and Nemesis bonded to another?

"A3 had changed his name for reasons unknown. My guesses is that it will remind him of the past with you," said Soundwave. "On your days off, you can go to Iacon and meet with them to congratulate for your uncle and his team. Your reasonings is that they cannot leave or send their blessings."

"More lying?" Megatron groaned. "Very well Soundwave. I shall go next time."

~~~next day

Megatron was greeted by many. They had heard him preaching against the High Council and were inspired. He was in the process of making a symbol of hope and the name for his faction. He had many followers already that wanted things to change as well. Even some from the higher castes agreed and joined the cause, giving him their full support. He wasn't sure if it had reached the High Council, but the chances were high since it spread to every city but Vos.

"Megatron!" The gladiator and his companion turned in time to get tackled in the stomach. The femme clung on hard, a few tears going down her cheeks. "Soundwave! It's been too long! Terminus I found them!"

Megatron looked to see his minor family approach. They all greeted the other warmly. Megatron received many hugs and light punches.

"You've grown a lot youngling," said Terminus, now having to look up a bit. "You were so small when we saw you."

"I'm not a youngling anymore Terminus," Megatron grumbled with a fake pout. "It is good to see you all. Come, we shall all get Energon and get caught up.

Once they got settled with many cubes of Energon, they threw questions to their friend. Nightgale sat super close to Megatron, leaning against his arm and chest. Megatron tried to ignore the growing feeling in his spark when he looked at the only femme. Nightsky laughed heartedly when he saw the look the two gave each other.

"Awe look guys, someone has a little crush," he teased.

"You're right," said Drillbit. "And look, Megs got a crush back. That is so cute you two. When do you bond?"

"WHAT?"

Megatron and Nightgale quickly separated, faceplates flushed with embarrassment. That got them laughing. Soundwave glared at Megatron as if to tell him not to try anything. The day went on and before long, they had to part once more.

"I'm sorry Megatron, but we have to leave. Thank you for the Energon. Take care of yourself," said Terminus.

"I will my friend. Take the extra. We have plenty in the Pits. Your team is going to need it," said Megatron. He hugged each one before they started walking away.

Nightgale ran back to the taller mech, jumping up and hugging tightly. She pulled him down and kissed him before speeding off to catch up. Megatron smiled goofily. Oh how he did love that femme. That was why his spark wanted her so badly. Just one of these days he will free her and bond to her. Maybe even have his own child.

~~~000

"Alpha, are you all right?" Nemesis asked. Alpha Trion had just finished purging.

"Yes I am," said Alpha Trion. "This sparkling is just being picky. Not even Megatron was like this."

"Well we will love it either way. Ratchet tells me your about half way there," said Nemesis. "I can't wait to see our child. He won't replace Megatron. Nobody can ever replace our first sparked. If Megatron were alive, he would find a way to come and see his younger sibling."

Alpha Trion broke down at the mention of his son. His emotions were out of whack big time. Nemesis hugged his mate, rocking slightly to help soothe the pain. They could still feel the sting they felt when they were told of his demise. The High Council had mocked the Prime and his mate for being weak for remembering Megatron. He paid no attention to them.

The Prime promised his sparkling that he would learn everything of his brother. The sparkling would love the stories of the heir that gave his life doing the right thing and fighting against the caste system. He had heard about the lookalike starting a group and spreading the truth about the High Council. He secretly supported him through this. It was what his son would want.

"Just think, he'll be here before we know it. We can only hope that he doesn't get taken from us," said Nemesis, stroking the rounded metal with such love. The sparkling kicked and moved closer.

"What makes you think it's a he?" Alpha Trion asked.

"I just know he is. I would like to call him Orion Pax," said Nemesis.

"Sounds like a lovely name. Soon little Orion, we will meet you and keep you from the dangers of this world. We won't let anyone harm you."

Sirenn entered the home, a datapad in servo. He gave it to his friend before passing some Energon to Alpha Trion to replenish his low fuel tanks.

"It's a letter from the Kaonian Gladiatoral Pits," said Nemesis. "It says that we will have a visitor in a few weeks. It's Megatron coming to pay his respects in his uncle and team's place since they cannot leave the mines."

"That will be good. It is a shame that the miners only get to leave once every few months," said Sirenn. "I will prepare for Megatron for when he arrives."

"Thank you Sirenn. You are dismissed," said Nemesis. He picked up his mate once he finished the Energon. "Let's get to berth Alpha. You need your rest for the sparkling. I'll be here when you wake up."