*smiles and talks in an evil sort of way* Ha, ha, ha! Well, well, well, my friends, you all thought that it ended there, didn't you? Well, I'm sure that you'll be quite pleased to know that it doesn't end there! Oh no- not with the way things were heating up! I mean what, with all of the tension and stress building, I couldn't be that evil! And yes, I was going to end it there, but I re-read my pitiful story, and noticed something that had caught my attention; The story clearly says it's about Arcee and Starscream, but it the ending made it seem more of a Megs and Scream kinda story, and I'm not happy with that!

*serious, sarcastic look on my face... like the Joker's* So yes, I will continue this story, and I better be expecting more and more reviews, followers, favorites!and, so please, my dear fans PLEASE! Stick around with, 'cause it's gonna be a LONG story! So, without further or do, may I introduce the very next chapter, staring mostly the autobots, and maybe some decepticons- who knows? I'm just making this all up as I go... So, sit back, relax and enjoy the story.


Arcee walked down the dark, threatening halls of the autobots' base, and into her room. She didn't really do anything anymore, except shower, drink energon and drive Jack to school, home and work. She knew that this was war, and also that Starscream was bound to meet his fate soon, but she never expected to be the one to... to...

Arcee couldn't even finish the sentence. Her legs felt wobbly, and she began to feel hot. Have you any idea what it's like to know that you killed someone, hmm? To wake up EVERY aching day, and know that you took a life? If you kill a drone, or your Megatron, that grief doesn't really stay on your shoulders, nor does it so anything. You just don't care, because the drones are easily replaced, and you're used to killing. Used to looking death in the face, and used to seeing the spark of life suddenly flicker off.

Arcee walked closer to the door, that was bearing her sacred den, when Smokescreen stopped her, grabbing her arm. "Arcee, you need to see this. We found something that might... um, catch your attention, let's say." he said, leading her to Optimus, who surrounded by the others. "Optimus, what's going on?" Jack asked. The Prime waited for Arcee and Smokescreen to enter, and finally informed the others of the current situation. "Autobots, we all know that decepticons are not likely to change, but there is one decepticon who might switch sides. Starscream, and I feel that it is out job to help him. The decepticons seemed to have abandoned their second in command, and left his body to rust in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. We will retrieve his body, and bring it back to the base. No questions asked." Optimus said. "But... sir, he's dead and he's a decepticon... why would we- I said no questions asked!" Optimus Prime said, interrupting his second in command.

"Ratchet, make sure the med bay is ready for our return. Starscream may still be a bit weak when we come back." he said. "Yeah, it's not like Screamy's already dead." Wheeeljack said, not thinking when he said that. Optimus chose to ignore this comment, and carry out this mission. "To keep things short and simple, let me take a wild guess; there's still a way to save him, isn't there Optimus?" Miko said. "Correct, and I fear if we do not act quickly we will miss our chance... Autobots, roll out!" he said, running into the groundbridge. Arcee, the two wreckers, Bumblebee, and Smokescreen followed their leader, with strong doubts hovering over their heads, figuratively.

The autobots were met with nothing but water surrounding them, and Starscream's body a few yards away from them. The Prime pointed to Starscream, and motioned for the others to follow him. The pressure on his head was strong, and he wasn't used to walking around in water, but moved his arms around to make it a bit easier. Arcee, being slick, and flex, was the first to meet Starscream. She grabbed him, and hoisted him into her arms, only to be taken by Optimus. They all went back inside the groundbridge, and limped over to Ratchet, heads pounding.

"Wow, that faster than I thought it would be." Jack said. "All we had to was grab Starscream, and bring him back here. What were you expecting, another epic battle Unicron?" Arcee said, sarcastically. "No, but a fight with Unicron do-over would be totally sweet!" Miko said enthusiastically. "No, another fight with Unicron, and having the world almost some to an end would so NOT be sweet!" Jack replied, rolling his eyes.

Arcee ignored them, and followed Optimus into his office. "Optimus, how is possible to bring Starscream back to life? I mean, I saw his life fading away- there's know way that he could come back to reality." Arcee said, trying to convince the mech that Starscream was indeed dead. "Arcee, where is your faith? and your hope? Just go get Smokescreen- don't ask questions, just do as I say and retrieve Smokescreen." he replied.

Arcee nodded, and fetched Smokescreen. "Hey Cee, how you doing?" he asked. "I;m fine Smokescreen, but... Optimus wants to see you for a moment." she said, grabbing his arm, and pulling him into Optimus' office. "Sir, you wanted to see me?" he asked, walking over to his leader. "Arcee, leave us be. I will let you know when you can return." he said. Arcee simply nodded, and walked away.

"Smokescreen, you recall me telling you how you were going to be a Prime?" Optimus asked the smaller mech. "Uh, yes! I do. And I'm honored." he said. "Good, well there is a way to revive Starscream, and to do so, I will need your help. But know that by doing so, may lose your chance of being a prime. Might be." he said. Smokescreen took a moment to decide before answering. o give up the chances of being a Prime, or saving someone's life.

"I know how important this is to Arcee and you, and so I will. But not for you or her; for the sake of sacrifice. I would be honored, Optimus Prime. But, how do I save him?" the young mech asked. Optimus took his arm, and brought to Starscream's body. Opening his spark chamber, he led Smokescreen's hand to his, and watched as a blue like liquid poured down on into Starscream's' spark.

All of Starscream's injuries suddenly seemed to fade away, and heal in an instant. His optics flickered back to life, and looked around. "What... did you... do?" he asked, looking into Optimus' optics. The Prime explained to him what happened, and how he had been brought back to life. "So, how do you feel?" Smokescreen asked. "Only a bit shaky, and thirsty. My throat is dry, and it burns, but that than fine. I feel... different somehow. More relaxed and calm... and a bit more... honorable? What did you do to me?" Starscream asked.

Optimus sighed heavily, and then spoke up. "When Smokescreen brought you back to life, part of his DNA copied onto your. In other words Starscream, you and Smokescreen is somewhat like your... brother. You both share some of the same thoughts, and ideas, but you still have your old mind back... it's just a little different," the Prime said. "Starscream, if i may? It appears that the decepticons have once again abandoned you, and you are currently aliened with no side. If you wish, I would like you to join my side, and help me put an end to Megatron's tyranny. We could use a flier... that is if you're willing to join."

Starscream looked into Optimus' optics, and saw nothing but pure honest, kindness, and decency. Something different, something he had never seen before. Maybe it was finally time to join the autobots and stop Megatron- after all, the decepticons did nothing but humiliate him degrade, beat him, and mock his pride. but the autobots had willingly- willingly saved him! "Optimus, if I came to your side, what would you give me?" he asked. Optimus thought for a minute, and tuned back to face Starscream.

"I will give you the position of Air Commander. We do not have an armada for your deposit, however you can be our seeker. If we need a flier, we shall turn to you and hope for the best, Starscream." said the Prime.

"Very well, I accept your offer. But another thing comes into place, I will need a room, an office, and the necessary equipment." he said.

"We have three rooms in the base, if you would like to chose one. I will have one of my men show you where they are." Optimus said, turning for the door. Starscream followed the larger mech outside, and was met with disordered looks upon the others' face. "Autobots, allow me to welcome the newest member in Team Prime." Optimus said.

"Impossible!" Ratchet yelled. "Are you kidding me?" Miko said. "Optimus, are you sure this is a good idea?" Bulkhead said.

"Enough!" Optimus yelled. "Starscream is now officially apart of out team, and I will expect him to be treated as such. Arcee, show Starscream where he can sleep." Optimus said. Arcee nodded and took Starscream's arm, showing him the available rooms.

"Optimus, what happened? How is this possible?" Jack asked, watching his guardian taking Starscream to his new chambers. "Smokescreen was able to revive Starscream to full health. There is something that I should mention to all of you; Smokescreen was chosen to be the new Prime, when I was on the verge o dying. I had foreseen it in a vision. One of the 13 Primes had told me, and since I'm back and ready to strike, I figured that- as long as it was fine withe him- Smokescreen could use some of his power to revive Starscream. And... well, there he is." Optimus said.

"So what, Starscream is now one of us? You mean you're actually gonna trust him- like keys to the base, and everything?" Bulkhead asked, dumbstruck. "Optimus, I understand where you are coming from, but may I remind you that Starscream is the one who stole the Omega keys, and told the location of our former base?" Ratchet said, gritting his teeth.

"Enough! Like I said he is to be treated as one of us, and one of us he is! When Smokescreen revived Starscream, part of his DNA copied into Starscream's, making the two related. They're sort of like... brothers. Except they do not share the bond, and Starscream remains the same as he was before... Except now he's on our side." the Prime said. "So now not only is Starscream on our side, but he's related to Smokescreen? Fascinating" Rafael said, enjoying the knowledge he was receiving.

"We must come to face facts that Starscream is now on our side. If I sense anything amiss, I will inform you all, though I do not think that Starscream will betray us. You will all treat Starscream as one of us, and he is to be given the utmost respect. Dismissed." Optimus said, going into his office.


"So, uh... what rooms are there?" Starscream asked, walking down the halls with Arcee.

"Well, there's one that's not to far away from mine. I sometimes go in there to clear my mind, you know escape the war and what not. But, I think you should have it. It's actually right next to mine." Arcee replied.

"Well, let's see it then." Starscream said.

Arcee led Starscream down to the room, put the code in, and opened the door. It wasn't a big room, just a normal sized room with a berth in the middle, a closet and a desk. "Simple and small, but it's... it, I guess." Arcee said, walking towards the berth.

"I suppose it could be worse." Starscream, walking over to Arcee. "Starscream, i think I owe you an apology now that your on our side." Arcee said, gazing at the floor.

"Save it, there's no need for an apology." Starscream replied.

"No, just... please, let me do this- if I don't get this over with, I'll never forgive myself, and it'll just be weird and awkward to even look at each other without thinking about what happened. Look, Starscream, I know we didn't always get along, nor did we see eye to eye, as the humans would say, but... I'm sorry. I'm really... I didn't mean to... things just... happen?" Arcee said, staring back into Starscream's optics.

"I accept your apology. I guess I'm not that much better, huh? I'm sorry I mocked you and Cliffjumper. I didn't mean what I said. Forgive me?" Starscream asked, stretching out his arms.

"Accepted." Arcee replied, awkwardly hugging him back. She never noticed how much of a grip he had.

Starscream broke the hug, and stared into Arcee's beautiful optics. They shined blue, showing the amount of concern and worry she wore. Starscream move closer to her, and stroked her cheek with his claw. She took the claw, and reached into his face, moving her lips to Starscream's lips. Starscream returned the kiss, and savored the moment, kissing her back, and pulling her closer. Her lips were so soft, and perfect- it was like kissing a cloud, or a femme version of Primus!

Arcee broke the kiss, smiled back, and leaned into Starscream's chassis. "Can I come see you tomorrow?" Arcee asked.

"Well, I might be busy, and I might have some paper work to do," Starscream replied, teasing her." but, I think I can make it work. Come and visit me when you're ready. If I don't answer, it probably means that I'm still recharging."

"Well then, I guess you'll have to set your alarm clock, right?" Arcee replied.

"Yeah, guess so." Starscream said, letting go of Arcee. She smiled at him, and walked back to her room. "I'll be right across the room if you need anything." she said, leaving for her room.

Starscream smiled back at her when she closed the door behind her, and turned the lights off, moving onto his berth. He closed his optics, letting recharge take hold of him, and felt his limbs growing numb. "Good night... Arcee" Starscream said to himself.


TBC...

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