Windscream woke up, she had her old jet form back probably from being repaired by Ratchet. The white and red medic turned
"Oh so you're awake?" he held a wrench in his hand as he smiled then hit her on the head with it playfully "Stop losing so much oil!" he commanded. Windscream rubbed her helm
"Ow…" she glared at the medic then returned her attention to the door where Soundwave, Optimus, Starscream, Megatron and Bumblebee came through. Smiling at them she went to get up but saw Ratchet giving a stern look so she didn't move. The insignias of both armies had been removed, good thing they were stickers. Her Autobot symbol had been taken off by Ratchet probably. Windscream hugged Bumblebee and kissed Soundwave on his unmasked cheek before wrapping her arms around his neck. Starscream put his hands together
"Aww." He said in his high-pitched voice. Megatron shook his head with a smile while Optimus put his palm over his face. Starscream just laughed at himself. Everyone had such a sunny disposition when war wasn't involved. Holding onto Soundwave's hand as she listened to Optimus' plan. They were going to restore Cybertron and remain on this planet if they wished. They all thought it was best if Nightrose was buried on earth since she loved this place so much. After briefing Windscream they left except for Soundwave of course who was keeping her company. Just then Ironhide came running in and gave Ratchet a big kiss. Windscream laughed softly at the sight of the tough red mech showing so much love. Soundwave laughed as well making Windscream laugh more. Soundwave looked at her
"Sorry, sorry. Your laugh is contagious!" giggled Windscream
"As contagious their make-out session?" asked Soundwave pointing at Ratchet and Ironhide before he kissed her cheek. His cold personality had practically melted away after the war had ended. Sure he was only this was with Windscream but that would change once he had settled in. Like Windscream had around the Autobots. Ironhide then led Ratchet away, Soundwave and Windscream exchanged glances they both thought the same thing. Windscream giggled and kissed Soundwave again this time letting it go on for a minute. With the over-bearing medic gone the two 'bots left alone in the lab began sharing their feelings for each other…
The next couple of days were sunny and cheerful. Not a cloud in the sky, a sign of good luck. This was the day they were going to bury Nightrose. The Constucticons had dug a grave and designed the area around it so it looked very nice. Windscream had collected some roses and put it around the area. A painting of Nightrose was placed in a special case so the ravages of time couldn't even harm it. The body had already been placed in the grave; it was inside a smooth stone casket that Arsenic had carved. Windscream stood over the casket leaning on Soundwave. It was a sad moment but also a happy one. Because Nightrose had been apart of how this war had ended. It saddened Windscream though since Nightrose would have loved the peace. She was never much of a fighter. Windscream let tears stream down her face in the fact that her friend was gone, now and forever. Soundwave was playing a song that fit. A song by the Irish band, The Elders, the song began with soft bagpipe playing as the singer began
"Fare thee well me boy as you wonder this night
Be not feared in the darkness my heart is your light
As you go brave Men of Erin
Faith and love by your side
I will dream of your peace in the night
Please don't cry my Mother as you sit by the hearth
I will dance your memories with joy in my heart
I will go now and pray as I travel this land
And live by the lessons you gave"
Windscream cried more because the song was a burial song and the Irish accents tuned with the droning bagpipe made it graceful yet
"Fair thee well me boy as you wonder this night
Be not feared in the darkness my heart is your light
As you go brave Men of Erin
Faith and love by your side
I will dream of your peace in the night
Please don't cry my Father as you sit by the hearth
I will dance your memories with joy in my heart
I will go now and pray as I travel this land
And live by the lessons you gave
Fair thee well me boy as you wonder this night
Be not feared in the darkness my heart is your light
As you go brave Men of Erin
Faith and love by your side
I will dream of your peace in the night
Please don't cry my Children
As you stand by my Grave
I have danced your memories all of my daysI will go now and pray as I travel this land
And live be the lessons you gave"
The last lyrics where too much for the jet, she cried into Soundwave who held her as the bagpipe played a tune along to the drums. But the song did have some truth Nightrose had blessed all their memories and that was good. Windscream spoke through her tears to the other Cybertronians who were at the service.
"I-I just want to say that I didn't know Nightrose that long but she was like family to me. To all of us who knew her. Those who didn't I'm sorry they didn't get the pleasure of knowing this amazing mech." Windscream wiped her tears away taking in the sight of all the robots that hung onto every one of her words.
"Since Nightrose was such a poetic soul I think I can say this for all of us. Though our dear friend is gone she isn't really dead. Death is just a sleep that gives peace apart from the bitter, unfair thing we call life. But no one ever really dies; memories go on and on forever. And the memories of Nightrose will remain forever as long as we function. I think that's how she would have wanted us to remember her. Not as a lost friend but as a good memory." Windscream smiled as those who gathered for the service bowed their heads in respect. Skyfire sniffed and rubbed a tear away
"Thank you Windscream." He said aloud then the service departed as Arsenic began placing the dirt over the casket just as the drums ended.
One year laterTransformer City, Earth.
Windscream walked to the mess hall with Soundwave still holding his hand. Tonight they would be celebrating the end of hate and the start of love. Soundwave kissed her helm as they entered the hall for the celebration. Soundwave had let out his Casstteicons who quickly took to the party, well Frenzy and Rumble anyway. Those two began dancing to the music that Windscream had chosen. Blaster played the CD from his chest as he began dancing with Jazz. Ratchet and Ironhide were drinking while Optimus hung back with the two lovebirds. Linkin Park's New Divide vibrated through the room. Rumble was enjoying it as he danced on the table with Frenzy. Optimus looked at Windscream and beckoned her over. Soundwave followed somewhat reluctant. He wasn't as bad with crowds but he didn't enjoy them. Optimus gave Windscream and Soundwave a cube of energon they both accepted.
"You know. I don't mind this music so much." Said the former leader. Windscream chuckled.
"Don't look now but here comes the new couple." Said Soundwave; oh he could be funny when he wanted to. Windscream turned to see Starscream leading Megatron who was holding Shockwave's hand, in. Starscream was such a party animal. Starscream began dancing the second they entered the room. Megatron just put his hand over his face to cover hid red face at the embarrassment. Windscream looked at Soundwave
"Care to dance?" She asked with a smile, Soundwave looked his lover
"Negative."
"Yeah me neither." Windscream let out a sigh of relief. She couldn't dance anyway; Spike said that doing ninja moves didn't count. Bumblebee had gotten a new form though. He took on the form of a Camero with black racing stripes in memory of Nightrose. The little 'bot was serving drinks and was playing around with Hound. Rumble snapped his fingers to the beat. Laserbeak sat on Soundwave's shoulder while Ravage rubbed against his free hand. The lyrics of the song were so true for the occasion. Listening Windscream just enjoyed the feel of the bass making the floor vibrate.
Unbeknownst to the partygoers inside a white mech watched the city that was built over the old Autobot ship, the Ark, the gold metal shining in the pale moonlight as music could be heard. In the mech's hand were shards of crystal that glowed with dark light. The mech smirked and turned walking through a rift in time and space. Only a distortion ripple gave any sign he was there.
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CLICHÉ! I am writing a sequel… But yeah I hope you enjoyed this story and um please note that I don't try to mold characters so they fall in love. Okay ON TO THE SEQUEL!
