Disclaimer: I don't own TF. I only own my oc.
Warning: This chapter contains M rated content, such as rape, gory details, abuse and so on. If you don't think you can handle it, then i suggest not reading this chapter.
The Story About Maria's Past
"I'm sure you're all wondering why you're here." I said, looking at the group. My eyes met with each and every one of the Autobots, my gaze lingering on Jazz the longest. I broke the gaze before anyone noticed.
"Sis… what's wrong?" Sideswipe asked, seeing the sadness in my eyes.
I sighed, crossing my legs. "I'm about to tell you about Maria's past. There will be things that may disturb you, but please try to bear with me."
"You're making this sound like some scary movie sis." Sunstreaker pointed out.
I looked at him. "This is worse than a scary movie. This is real. Everything I'm about to tell you is real."
I took a deep breath, folding my hands in my lap. "Let's start at the beginning…"
Flashback
"Mom, what's wrong?" a younger Maria asked. "Why are you here in the hospital?"
Her mother, Selena, looked at her. "I'm dying, sweetheart."
Maria looked at her in shock. "What!? That can't be!"
Selena sighed, gripping her daughter's hand. "I'm afraid it's true. My heart just doesn't want to work anymore."
"Can't they replace it!?"
"No… I'd die on the operating table the moment they'd remove it."
"I thought they could keep you alive even with it not being in there!?"
"My heart's too scarred and so is the area around it. It's very delicate and even the slightest touch could cause me to bleed to death or something like that."
Selena chuckled sardonically.
Maria's eyes welled up with tears. "I can't lose you. You're all I have left, Momma."
Selena cupped her daughter's cheek, wiping away a tear. "It'll be okay. You'll find someone to look after you."
"But-"
"Shh…" Selena shushed her daughter. "Just let it be."
Maria nodded slowly, more tears falling. "Okay Momma."
End Flashback
I paused, looking at the Autobots. They all had a sad look in their optics. Some even averted their eyes.
I sighed. "Now comes the thing I dread most."
Flashback
Maria stood before a grave, tears silently falling.
"Hi Momma." She whispered. Maria knelt down and placed flowers on the grave. She balanced on her haunches, tracing the lettering on the tombstone.
"It's been 5 months Momma. I still haven't found anyone yet. I'm not sure I will."
Maria closed her eyes and then slowly got up.
"See ya later, Momma."
Maria walked out of the cemetery, closing the gate behind her. She slowly walked into town, her head hanging low. She was lost in thought, so she didn't see the person rushing around the corner.
BAM!
Maria fell onto the sidewalk, rubbing her head. She heard shuffling in front of her.
She looked up. "I'm so sor-"
Maria stopped short, looking at the person in front of her. He had short dark black hair, dark eyes and was muscular.
"You okay?" he asked in a smooth masculine voice, offering his hand. Maria nodded, taking the offered hand.
"Sorry 'bout that. I was in a bit of a rush."
Maria snapped out of her daze and smirked slightly. "I noticed… but it's okay."
The guy grinned. "My name's Adrian."
"Maria."
Adrian looked around and spotted a restaurant. "Why don't I get ya lunch… to make up for running into you."
Maria's smirk became a smile. "I'd like that."
Adrian offered his arm and Maria looped hers through his. They walked off to the restaurant, both with a smile on their face.
End Flashback
I sat still on the couch, my face blank. The cousins were fighting back tears, waiting for the next part. The Autobots looked at me curiously, most likely wondering why I dreaded that part.
I cleared my throat. "Now I'm going to tell you why I dread that meeting."
Flashback
"Adrian!" Maria chirped, closing the apartment door behind her. She walked into the living room, a smile on her face.
Suddenly, a hand gripped her bicep. Maria gasped, looking at her boyfriend.
"Adrian?"
"Where have you been?" he asked in a low voice, his head bowed.
Maria looked confused. "I was hanging with some friends."
"Don't lie to me!" he yelled, his head snapping up. Maria looked at him, startled. His eyes were filled with rage.
"What are you talking about? I'm not lying."
"Don't you dare lie to me, you fucking little slut!"
Maria looked taken aback. "What-"
"Don't act like you don't know! I know you were out getting your pretty little self screwed!"
"Adrian, this is crazy! Why are you acting like this!?"
"I'll teach you to cheat on me!" he said, ignoring her words. Maria barely had time to register the fist coming toward her.
POW!
Maria stumbled back, her head hitting the wall. She clutched her jaw, a bruise starting to form. She looked back up at Adrian to see his fist coming back. She tried to dodged, but was too slow. The fist went straight into her gut. Maria coughed and blood came out. She fell to her knees, now clutching her stomach. She looked at Adrian with pleading eyes. He paid her no attention. He stormed to their room and slammed the door shut.
Maria fell on her side, still clutching her stomach. Tears fell from her eyes and she whimpered.
'Adrian… why?' she wondered, before falling into unconsciousness.
End Flashback
I slowly let out a breath, managing to keep my calm composure. The cousins had tears in their eyes, along with a look of hatred. I sneaked a glance at the Autobots and they were angered too.
But none of them were as mad as Jazz.
He was practically seething, probably wondering how anyone could do that to someone as sweet and innocent as Maria.
"If you guys didn't like that part, you're really gonna hate this."
I let my mind wander, remembering what Maria had told me about what Adrian did to her.
Flashback
Maria was panting wildly, her hair plastered to her face. She had locked herself in the bedroom.
Adrian was in one of his moods.
"Open the door you fucking cunt!"
Maria's heart beat in tune with Adrian's fist pounding against the door.
"Adrian, please!" she begged. "Stop it! Don't do this!"
With a roar, Adrian ripped the door open. Maria screamed, sprinting to the bathroom.
She was too slow.
Adrian grabbed her and slammed her onto the bed.
"Adrian!" she sobbed. "Stop!"
"Don't act like you don't like this!" he hissed, holding her arms above her head and binding her wrists.
"No!" she screamed, realizing what he was doing.
"Shut up bitch!" he yelled, slapping her hard across the face. Tears streamed down Maria's cheeks, as Adrian tied her bound wrists to the bedpost. He then tore off her shirt and bra, roughly groping her breasts.
"Stop it!" Maria sobbed hysterically, kicking out at him. Adrian managed to wedge her legs between his.
"Stay still!" he ordered, slapping her again. Maria's head lolled to the side. Her eyes were clenched shut and sobs ripped out of her throat.
"Shut up!" Adrian shouted, pulling out a pocketknife. He stabbed Maria in the side and her eyes widened, a breath catching in her throat. She did as he said, only a whimper escaping her lips.
"Good girl." He said, stroking her hair and smiling cruelly. Using the knife, he shredded Maria's pants and underwear.
She now lay defenseless and naked on the bed, blood pouring from her side. Adrian didn't seem to mind though. He took off his shirt and hastily removed his jeans and boxers.
"Now be a good girl." He whispered into her ear, violently pushing into her. Maria's back arched in pain, a scream threatening to come out. Adrian pulled out, his cock covered with blood from taking Maria's virginity. He slammed back in, repeating the process.
Maria's fists tightened and she fought to keep her screams from coming out. Finally, with a guttural groan, Adrian got his release. He landed on his elbows and took a moment to recover. He untied Maria and then put his clothes back on, exiting the room and then the apartment.
Maria slowly crawled to the bathroom, grabbing a towel. She pressed it to her wound, trying to stop the bleeding. She laid on her good side and curled up into a ball, sobbing her heart out.
End Flashback
"The abuse and rape continued long after that. Most people would've lost it, but Maria somehow managed to stay strong."
I paused, tucking my hair behind my ear and uncrossing my legs.
"Then came that fateful day…"
Flashback
Maria fidgeted nervously in her seat. Adrian had taken her out to lunch. Maria knew he wouldn't do something in public, but she couldn't help but feel nervous… and afraid. She finished off her soup, right as Adrian finished off his burger. He paid the check, with her credit card, and then they left.
Maria walked next to him, remaining silent. She dared not say a word. She glanced at Adrian through a curtain of her hair. He was looking straight ahead, his face blank… then an evil smile crept on his face. Maria stiffened and looked around.
They were alone.
Adrian yanked her into an alley and shoved her up against a wall.
"No…" Maria begged.
"Keep quiet ya damn whore!" he hissed, pulling out his pocketknife. "Or else!"
"No! Please don't!" Maria screamed, sliding down the wall.
"I said shut up!"
Maria flinched and cowered against the wall. Adrian went to stab her.
"Hold it!" a voice yelled. Adrian froze, looking at the entrance of the alley. Maria peeked through her hands, trying to get a glimpse of her savior. But all she could she were shadowy figures.
"Stay out of this!" Adrian shouted, holding his knife up as a threat. One of the figures stepped forward, obviously not threatened. They kept coming and then Adrian lunged at them. They moved out of the way and kicked the knife out of his hand. It flew up in the air and landed in front of the other figure. They bent down and picked it up, now pointing the weapon at Adrian.
"If I were you, I'd run." The figure who'd kicked the knife said. Adrian glared at them, but ran out the other side of the alley. Maria watched him go, then turned to the figures. She flinched when they were suddenly in front of her. The one figure still held the knife, but dropped it after Maria flinched.
"It's okay. We're not gonna hurt you." The first figure soothed, kneeling in front of Maria. She now had a good look at them.
They were both women. The first one was a brunette and had green eyes. The second had dirty blonde hair and violet eyes.
"W-who a-a-are y-you?" Maria asked shakily.
"I'm Kat and that's Cammie." The brunette answered.
"You have nothing to fear." The blonde, now known as Cammie, said. "We just want to help."
"Yeah." Kat agreed. "What's your name?"
"Maria."
"Well don't worry Maria. We're gonna help you and keep you safe. I promise."
End Flashback
"That happened a few months after I ran away to Tranquility. Cammie and I had driven to California for a vacation. We never expected to find some guy about to rape a girl. But we became good friends with Maria and we helped her get her life back together. Cammie and I pooled our money together and bought her a home and helped her deal with the pain. Soon, she was back to what she used to be… until now."
I brought my gaze back up and looked at the others. Cammie and Alana were wiping away their tears and the Autobots had a mix of anger and sadness swirling in their optics.
Jazz mostly had anger swirling in his.
Sighing, I stood and exited the room, not bothering to look at the questioning eyes on my back.
Med Bay…
I finished humming a lullaby to Midnight, who was now in recharge. I crossed my arms and gazed at the sleeping sparkling. I turned when I heard the door open. Ratchet walked in and over to the berth Midnight and I were on. He held out a hand for me and I jumped on. He set me on the counter.
"You all right femme?"
I avoided his gaze. "Fine."
A hand gripped my chin and then I was looking into the eyes of Ratchet's holo-form.
"No you're not."
I gently removed his hand and lent against the wall, sinking to the countertop.
"You're right… I'm not." I answered, staring at nothing. I heard the rustling of clothes and turned my head to look at Ratchet, who now sat next to me. Neither of us said a thing. I continued staring at nothing, but laid my head on Ratchet's shoulder.
"Permission to speak?" I asked, trying to crack a joke. Ratchet chuckled a bit.
"Permission granted."
I sighed. "It was hard for me to tell the story. Especially when I wanted to burst out crying. But I needed to be strong. For the girls… for Maria."
I felt Ratchet shift and an arm encircled my waist.
"Well… you did a good job femme."
I smiled slightly. "Thanks Ratchet… but it was still hard to keep up a strong front."
"I know." He answered. I shifted a bit and then yawned.
"Go to sleep femme."
"But I'm not-" I stopped abruptly when I yawned again.
"Go to sleep." Ratchet gently commanded. I decided not to argue. I shifted a bit, trying to get comfortable. Ratchet grunted and repositioned me so I was in-between his legs. My head rested against his chest, my hand also resting there. My eyes slowly drifted shut and then I was out.
Hallway…
Cammie smiled gently at the scene before her. Her smile broadened a bit when Ratchet tucked some loose hair behind Kat's ear, his other arm around her waist.
'I'm happy for you Kat.' She thought, before slowly moving away from the door and heading for her room.
This chapter was intense. And I apologize if it made anyone angry. But it's part of the story...
*sniffles* I'll let you know, I cried while I was typing this. I'm even tearing up right now.
I'm so sorry Maria!
I didn't want to do this to you! I really didn't!
*sniffles again* Now if you'll excuse me, I need a tissue... box.
Oh, and if you don't review or if you get on me about this chapter... I understand. Now excuse me.
*goes to get tissue box*
