Epilogue

There and Back

Two years later…

Things were finally starting to settle down after the events two years ago. Starblossom gave birth to her sparkling, which she and Optimus had decided to name Gemstar. So far, things were going quite well for the new age. The only thing that could have made it absolutely perfect was having Stripes back. Since the incident two years ago, he had only stuck around for a few weeks after Starblossom had Gemstar. He still felt he had not fully redeemed himself, and went away on a journey for that reason.

But she had a good mood today, as she stepped into Iacon's city sqaure with Optimus and Gemstar. She and Optimus always told Gemstar about her uncle's good exploits, though Star didn't let her forget that he could still be a "dusty old crow." This led to her always referring to Stripes as "Uncle Crow."

"What a fine day this is." Starblossom said.

"That it is." Optimus agreed, smiling. They watched as Megatron walked up.

"So, today's the day?" Megatron asked. They both gave a nod.

"I hope he's back today..." Starblossom said. "This was the date he said he'd be here..."

"...and here I am!" A loud voice said from down the block.

The group turned to look, and there stood Stripes with his handmade tarp duffel slung over his shoulder. His optics looked brighter, and in a good mood. His paint looked a little faded, but other than that, he seemed well.

"Uncle Crow!" It was at that moment that Gemstar ran forward, and attempted to tackle Stripes! He managed to stay upright, and held up his servo as Gemstar dangled from it playfully.

"Hi!" She said cheerfully. "Oh, it's so good to see you! Did you miss me? Did you miss me?!"

"Now why wouldn't I miss my favorite niece?" Stripes said, tickling Gemstar and making her laugh. "I brought some things with me from my journey. Don't worry, Star, they're just souvenirs..."

He reached into his bag, and got out a gold-colored gear, and gave it to Gemstar. "I got this from one of the Centari Moons..."

Gemstar was ecstatic. "Oh, cool! How did you find it?"

"That is a long story." Stripes said. "Though from the transmissions me and your mom had, she tells me you are really into those. Like my friend, Jack..."

Optimus smiled. He looked up, and heard a voice speaking to him.

"Well done, Optimus Prime. Tell all are one…" Primus said with approval.