A/N: So, I was up all night working on food stuff for Thanksgiving and getting some more cleaning done cause family was coming over. But I will post this chapter, then I will post the last two later on today after I get sleep and family is gone. Then I'll be able to work on the last two. So enjoy.

Sorry for this being another short chapter. I'm tired XD. The last two will be long.

Main Pairings:

Ann/StardustxOptimus

Child(s): Stella/Gem, Bumblebee (adopted),

future Ann/StardustxOptimusxJames

Child(s): Gem, Bumblebee (adopted),- Doc Manager

BarricadexBumblebee

RatchetxLuna

Warnings: romance, kissing, mentions of interfacing, past violence, anything else I forgot.

Disclaimer: I do not own Transformers. Only Hasbro. I only own my character(s).

~~~unknown

Ann found herself floating once more. The same warmth she felt before was present.

"Primus?" Ann asked.

"We meet once more child," Primus said.

"What happened?" Ann asked. "Is Optimus and Gem okay?"

"They are just fine. You were rescued by James and Gem," said Primus.

"James? He helped us? Why?" Ann asked.

"He is to be your third in the bond. He loves both you and Optimus equally," said Primus. "He will be a support to Optimus. Changes will be made to both you and Gem. Even if it may appear you will die, you will not. They will detect your human heart cease to function, but it will transform into a spark, which the machine Ratchet is using will not pick up. All will be well once the transformation to both you and your daughter are made."

"I trust you," said Ann.

~~~NEST base- medibay

Optimus onlined his optics. He felt a bit sore, but his injuries were all healed. Ratchet came into his view, the medic scanning him over.

"How are you feeling Optimus?" Ratchet asked.

"I'm fine," said Optimus. "Where is my mate and daughter?"

"Resting near you. They are in what humans call a coma. I don't know when they will wake up," said Ratchet. "You've been out for nearly a month. Megatron, Bumblebee, and James have barely left your side. I managed to get them to leave for fuel."

Optimus nodded, sitting up slowly. He spotted his mate and daughter on human berths next to him. He looked them over, glad that any injuries they had were healed as well. Though he was worried that they may never wake up. The medibay door opened, drawing the Prime's attention.

"Brother," Megatron sighed, going to his brother and hugging him tightly. Bumblebee did the same, nuzzling his sire a bit. James stayed a fair distance away, standing near Ann. "I am glad you are online. I was greatly worried about you Optimus."

"I am fine now brother. Sire has done an excellent job," said Optimus. "What happened while I was out?"

"A.R.O was destroyed. All those but this Marcus person were arrested for their involvement. James had explained that Marcus had helped Gem to free you and your mate," said Megatron. "The traitor had his money taken and he is facing many lifetimes in federal prison."

"That is good," said Optimus, turning his attention back to his family.

"They will be fine brother. Have faith. They are much like you and stubborn," Megatron reassured.

"I know brother," Optimus said.

~~~000

Time passed by and still Ann and Stella remained in their coma. Ratchet never detected the changes happening to them. Optimus would hardly leave their side. He recharged on the medical berth and Bumblebee or Megatron brought him fuel when Ratchet was busy. The Prime prayed that his mate and daughter would wake up soon.

Three months went by, and still no sign of the two females waking. Optimus was beginning to become worried, despite Ratchet telling him it would be okay. Much to the Prime's surprise, James had become his main support in this.

The man would come by each day. Even if they did not talk, James' mere presence was soothing and comforting to the flamed mech. Optimus found himself drawn to the man, like he was a potential second mate to the Prime. There was something about the soldier that felt so right.

There were days when James would talk about random stuff, engaging conversation with the red and blue mech to distract his mind. Optimus enjoyed the talks he had, getting to know the man better.

Luna had stopped by to say hello a few times when she came for Ratchet. She would check up on how Prime was doing and if the females conditions have changed at all. Everyone on base that cared about Ann and Stella were worried, but went on like normal since there was nothing they could do.

The first sign of any kind that Stella displayed was her heart rate dropping a bit each day. Ann's heart followed quickly in dropping a little bit each day. Optimus became really worried.

"Optimus," James called out. "It'll be okay. Whatever happens, it will be. Trust me."

"I cannot lose them James. They are my world," Optimus whispered.

"You won't," said James, following what his heart and gut were saying. "I got a feeling you won't at all. I'm here for you. I always am."

"Thank you James," said Optimus, giving the human a small smile.

"No problem Prime," said James, returning the smile.