Chapter 10
"Alright, now tell us your theories Miss Ren" and I grinned.
I stood from my seat and circled the chair, stopping at the back and then leaning forward on it like a boss and crossing my arms. "Well at first I thought that you were all these sheltered genetically engineered soldiers. Because of your ridiculously attractive looks for humans; and the fact that you never heard of demons until I showed up." I started, running my eyes over each of them as I spoke until they rested on the big boss himself. "But... That doesn't explain the whole energized super cars so I had to scrap that idea." I pouted and sat back down on the chair.
"Then, after I a few brainstorming sessions I decided to concentrate more on the energy than in your sorry asses—no offence— . And I didn't really understand it until Ironhide took me to town." I continued.
'That sounded suggestive' purred that annoying constant presence in my head. 'Shut it I'm busy' I growled at her. "That's when I realized that they were alive." I said, leaning my elbows forward onto the table and playing with my hands absent-mindedly as nerves started to stir inside me. "After a mild panic attack and a mini consolation from Hidy himself. I've come to the stunning discovery that-" I paused for dramatic affect. "You're all aliens" I said simply, leaning back in my seat waiting for their reaction. It was varied.
Will looked defeated as he ran his hands over his face. Jazz had an amused smile on his face. Bee' looked both excited and nervous. Ratchet was unreadable. And Optimus, he was tensely watching me. After a moment of observing them I let out the breath I was holding and I gave a small grimace. "I'm right aren't I?" I asked barely above a whisper.
Optimus sighed and nodded in confirmation. "Yes Miss Ren. We are" he said.
"I think I'm gonna throw up" I muttered as my grimace grew noticeably and I liked up to the heavens for help.
'Oh dear gods I was right. They're real, honest to gods living, breathing, and fucking aliens.' My mind yelled. My physical body was frozen in place. I know I was positive that they were, but I certainly had hoped that they weren't and I was just paranoid borderline crazy. Putting a hand to my chest to calm my heart and the other covering my mouth; I took in deep slow breaths as I went through the process of accepting all of this. Everything was silent and for that I was thankful. I could think in peace. Eventually I was sure I wasn't going to throw up the contents of my stomach I took one last deep breath and spoke.
"Okay. Now what about Ironhide? Where is-" the words died in my mouth as I looked up after what seemed like forever to see the now lonely Will. I looked around confused, searching for the missing team members on high alert. I know they won't hurt me but I'd prefer that they stayed within my line of vision.
"Where'd they go?" I asked Will confusedly. Will pointed to the line of cars, a little ways away from the table. I looked at the motionless confirmed alien vehicles for a minute until something extraordinary happened. They started to change.
Metal scraping metal and other hydraulic noises filled the air as the former cars became humanoid robo-creatures. My eyes became diner plates and my ears fell back as I craned my neck to take in the sight. Four big ass robots stood where the cars once were. I'm not good with measurements but I would guess that the biggest one, who was red and blue stood at least thirty feet. The second tallest – the yellowy green one— came almost to the big ones chest. The other two barely reached his waist the closest being the bright yellow one.
They all just stood there as if waiting for something. I ran my eyes over them in contemplation until it dawned on me that they were waiting for me to start. Slightly hesitantly, I stood from my seat and walked up to them with Will tailing me. He leaned in close to me after a moment and actually made me crack a smile.
"Bet you ten bucks they can kick Godzilla's ass" He whispered and for some reason that stupid joke made me snort happily.
"I don't dough that" I muttered back with a faint smile as I watched the robots. But then I pursed my lips. "So what are you guys exactly and how come I get the feeling that the soldiers I met a few weeks ago aren't actually real. Because as far as I know, normal people don't just disappear into thin air." I said as I looked them over again and focusing on the biggest one. He was obviously Optimus, no way in hell that Boss man would be shorter than his soldiers.
Boss man kneeled in front of me to where we were almost face to face, a few feet between us. "Hello" he rumbled out with the same deep but now ever so slightly digitised voice I knew to be Optimus. "I am Optimus Prime." He said. "We are autonomous robotic organisms from the planet Cybertron" He continued, keeping his gaze steadily on me. "Autobots for short" he added at the end.
"Okay, so what are you doing here on earth?" I asked as I glanced over at the other 'Autobots'.
Over the course of the next few hours, Optimus and the rest of the Autobots sans Hidy of course – he's still missing—told me about the war with the Decepticons and what transpired over the last five years since their arrival on earth. I took in the information with surprising stride. Didn't even feel the need to throw up. I'm so proud.
I learned that there are a lot more Autobots on earth and that they're on some secret base. And that maybe if I'm good that I'll be allowed to meet them so that's... something to look forward to. Anyway, I also found out that when Ironhide dropped me off the other day he went back to make sure that the Decepticon cop that was apparently following us hadn't found the house and he got into a fight, and lost. Optimus thinks that the Decepticon took him back to his own base and he's being held prisoner.
I didn't know how to feel about that. The thought of him being hurt and in danger kind of worried me and pissed me off at the same time. My beast apparently shared my feelings but a bit more intensely because when they said he was taken away she started to growl loudly in my head. Ready to kill something and to tell you the truth I kinda' was too. How dare they hurt him; he may be a bit of a prissy ass at times, but he's still a good person and dare I say my friend.
The Autobots must have taken notice of my change in mood because Ratchet assured that they would get Ironhide back. But they needed time to find the Decepticon base and then arrange a rescue. I understood the situation. I've had my share of rescue missions in the past; both as a rescuer and a rescue-e. So I know the drill.
I didn't even bother to offer my help. The way they spoke about the Decepticons—mostly Bee' and Jazz, the other two didn't mention them much—told me that they would never let me anywhere near one; much less their base. So for now I'll be resigned to sitting around and twiddling my thumbs around nervously until they get Hidy back to safety. And why do I care so much? I have no clue but I'm blaming my beast for making these weirdos pack members. Damn her and her instincts.
Eventually our little meeting ended and I was released outside to think about the recent event while they planned to get Ironhide back. But instead of meditating on this new information I just headed to the main house to spend time with Sarah and Annabelle who were preparing lunch. Unfortunately I wasn't hungry so I just did what any normal person would do and laid back on the floor of the kitchen and stared up the ceiling fan.
Sarah ignored me mostly with the exception of commands to move my tail out of the way every now and then. She probably new what went down in the barn and was giving me some quiet time to think it over. Not that I wanted or needed to think it over. Yeah they're aliens and they're in my territory possibly bringing in attention from those bad guys. But they are still pack members thanks to Beasty. So I can't kick them out for no reason. Plus their human captain lives dead center in my territory so they are essentially stuck coming here whenever they can so that Will can see his mate and pup.
When did my life get so complicated? I just wanted a nice quiet home where I could raise a family and live in peace. But nooooo. The universe doesn't think that I deserve that kind of thing, because screw my needs and wishes! I should calm down. This ranting Is getting me nowhere.
"So I'm guessing they told you huh?" I heard Sarah ask as she stirred something on the stove. I moved my head to the side to see her better.
"You knew?" I asked only half surprised at that little snip bit of info.
"Of course I knew." She said with a smirk. "No aliens come to my house without my knowing." I actually laughed at that. Leave it to Sarah to be smart ass. I bet she passed out when she found out. "They're not that bad. A bit rowdy at times but they are really fun to talk to. The best at yard work when you give them the right motivation." She continued as I got up and sat in an actual chair.
"You blackmail them?" I asked half astounded half amused.
"Now blackmail is a strong word. I prefer motivation with negative consequences." She said thoughtfully. "I should really find a catchier name for it" she muttered with a out.
"Sure..." I trailed of as I turned my attention to Annabelle who was flipping through a book. "Hi Ann' whatcha' doing?" I asked with a smile.
She looked up from her book and smiled at me happily. "Hi Ren! Guess what!" she exclaimed.
"What?" I asked, setting my chin down on my palm and leaning into the table.
"You have to guess" she pouted crossing her little arms. I rolled my eyes playfully before following along with the game.
"Okay, You lost a tooth?"
"No"
"Your school blew up and now you're getting home schooled."
"Nope"
"They cancelled SpongeBob"
"No"
"Your mom's pregnant"
"N- what?"
"I'm kidding"
"Oh, then no"
" You won the lottery"
"No" she giggled like a maniac. I don't know why but laughing children are terrifying sometimes.
"Okay, I give up" I said.
"I'm getting Balley Classes!" she squealed happily. Jumping up and down in her seat.
"Ballet class? That's cool" I smiled "Not as cool as losing a tooth and growing a whole other one but still cool"
"She's been asking for them for a while and I thought that it was high time she got to go." Sarah said from her spot by the stove.
"I can't wait to tell Ironhide! I'm so excited." She rambled while I tensed.
"Annabelle, Ironhide's on a mission. He won't be back for a while." I said making her deflate at my words. Sarah raised an eyebrow at me with a frown. I made a face at her to keep her quiet. I'm not gonna totally lie to the girl; he's not going to be here until they find him.
"But if you work really hard, I'm sure that when he does come back that you can show him a dance" I tried to save. She seemed to feel better after that and left the room happier.
"Mission Huh. Will said he got kidnapped." Piped up Sarah, I frowned at her annoyed.
"Well it's not like you were going to tell her." I grumbled as I made my way to the fridge for a glass of O.J. "And how did you know anyway? I thought Will wasn't allowed to tell you about that sort of thing." I said leaning on the counter and taking a sip.
"Special motivation with very negative consequences" she said with a sly smile. We both laughed at the little joke and talked for a while until I decided to take a shower. I'm still sweaty from last night's field trip. So I got off the counter and headed back to the barn. They can't kick me out now that I know their secret. Victory and Air Conditioning is mine!