Thank you guys for reviewing, following and favorite this story. And so here is the next chapter of 'A New Beginning'.
Chapter 2: New Family Member
"Ratchet, open the Ground Bridge for us and get the Med-Bay ready. We need medical assistance now!"
Ratchet senses small panic and worry in his leader's voice. Sounds like one of the other Autobots were badly injured and is in need of a medic. He quickly prepared the Med-Bay and open the Ground Bridge. Optimus and the others walked through the green portal and Ratchet went to assist anyone who is injured.
"Alright, who is the one that needs my help?"
BumbleBee quickly stepped forward and walked to Ratchet. When Ratchet saw that BumbleBee was ok, he was about to voice out that BumbleBee was alright when he saw what he was holding in his hand.
"WHAT IN THE NAME OF PRIMUS HAPPENED TO THEM?!" He yelled when he looked at the bloody human that BumbleBee was holding. He motion BumbleBee to quickly take the human to his Med-Bay so he can have quick look at them.
"Can you do anything to save them Doc?" Cliffjumper asked worriedly while Ratchet was checking the x-ray monitor to see the condition the human are.
After a few minutes, Ratchet stopped working and faced everyone with a look of sorrow.
"I'm sorry everyone," apologized Ratchet, "but I failed. I regret to say that I have no knowledge of the human anatomy so I can't even help her. She has lost too much blood and it's too late to ask for any human help from the government. I was only able to stabilize her for now but she only has little time to live. I can't save her." Ratchet looked down in complete failure. He doesn't deserve to be called a medic or even be one. He's is nothing but a failure. He failed to fix BumbleBee's vocals and now he can't do anything for the human.
"You did the best you could, old friend." comforted Optimus, not wanting Ratchet to blame himself for not helping her.
"What about the baby? You only mention the female and not the baby." Arcee noticed that Ratchet only talked about the female and not the baby. She needed to know if baby is alright. It pains her to see any newborn badly hurt.
"The baby is fine," assured Ratchet, "he is left unscratched and is in perfect health."
"So it's a boy?" wondered Optimus.
"Yes Optimus."
Everyone snapped their heads towards the Med-Bay when they heard a harsh cough coming from the woman. Everyone gathered around to see if she's awake so she could tell them everything that had transpired.
"W-where am I?" asked the human.
"You are at our headquarters, miss." answered Optimus. "You had a terrible accident due to our enemy attacking you. We have to take you two to our medical officer for treatment."
"Is my baby safe?" she asked, wanting to know if he's alright.
"Please not move, miss. Your baby is safe and sound right next to your bed." Ratchet pointed to the big bed next to her.
She turned her head to her right side and saw her baby sleeping peacefully. She let out a smile and laughter knowing that her baby is safe and already knowing that he is going to be a deep sleeper some day if he was able to sleep this whole fiasco.
"Thank you for saving us from the other robots." she thanked gratefully.
"There is no need to thank us, miss," Optimus kindly rejected the thank you, "It is our job to protect humans from the Decepticons. The ones who attacked you."
"I see. Then, what are you called?"
"We are Autobots, beings from the planet Cybertron, and protectors of Earth from the Decepticons. My name is Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots, and this is my team here on Earth."
"Nice to meet you all. My name is Judy." she said.
"Would you care to explain us why the Decepticons were attacking you in the middle of the night?" This has been bugging everyone as to why would the Decepticons attack humans at this time of hour.
"The only reason they attacked me was because they were after my baby." Everyone was at shocked to found out that the Decepticons where only after the baby. But why?
As if reading their thought, she explains to them. "They said something about him having something that sounds like 'energy' and something about a spark?" She tried to remember what they said but the words sounded so foreign.
The Autobots were going through their memory core, trying to figure out what she was trying so say. Then, it hit Ratchet. He came up with an answer but he considers it stupid and preposterous but he decided to check if his theory was correct or just plain crazy. So he went to where the baby was and scanned him for anything human... or anything Cybertronian. After a few quick seconds, the results are in. But the result almost had his system shut down for at least a few weeks.
"By Primus!" he yelled shockingly. He never thought that a human would possess such a think. Just what in the world is this baby?
Everyone else jumped at Ratchet's outburst. Something must have gotten Ratchet so riled up.
"What seems to be the matter, Ratchet?" Bulkhead seems curious as to why he would yell out of the open.
"Optimus, you might want to see this. It's the result I gathered from the baby." He motioned Optimus to come and see the monitor of the results he had gathered. Optimus complied and walked to where Ratchet was. He read the result and had left the mighty Optimus Prime frozen and speechless. His optics must be fooling him.
"Ratchet, I want you to complete a double check to see if this is actually correct." Ratchet did as he is told. Another quick seconds and the result is still the same. "How is that even possible?" he thought to himself.
"Wh-what is it? Is something wrong with my baby?" the human asked in panic.
"It would have seen that this human child isn't much so human." answered Ratchet. This has gotten more confused from the rest and they didn't understand a word that came out of Ratchet.
"What are you saying Ratchet?" questioned Cliffjumper. Something in his gut tells him that it can't be good.
"It would have seem," Optimus paused before turning to face his team and the woman, "the only reason the Decepticons were after the baby was because his body doesn't run in human blood, but that of Energon."
"WHAT?!" yelled the Autobots with their optics wide.
"That's not all," continued Optimus, "not only does he has Energon, he has something similar to that of the Allspark."
The Autobots were completely frozen to their core. How is it possible that a human, let alone a baby, be able to contain something that is Cybertronian.
"W-what shall we do with him, Optimus? Now that we know why the Decepticons are after the youngling, letting him live with the other humans will only danger more lives if the Decepticons were to find him again." asked Ratchet.
"Take him in." The Autobots quickly turned their heads to Judy. Surprised that she would say something crazy.
"I-I beg your pardon?" stuttered Ratchet. He surely must have a bug in his system. Did she just said to 'take him in'?
"Take him in. I want you guys to raise him and protect him. Please, I don't want my baby to suffer by the hands of these 'Decepticons'. His father sacrificed himself to get us to safety. Please! This is my final wish. Will you let him live here with you guys?" She pleaded to the Autobots. She has complete faith in these giant robots to take care of her child.
The Autobots were debating inside their head whether or not is a good idea to take in a human baby. They all faced Optimus, waiting to decide what to do. After a few seconds, he spoked.
"I, Optimus Prime, will accept your final wish in raising your youngling. I vow to Primus, our creator, that no harm shall befall on the boy." he spoked with promising. The others were surprised by his words. But they all smiled, agreeing to Optimus's words.
"Same goes for us ma'am," said Bulkhead with determination, "we will also help raising the child. We will raise him as if he is our very own youngling." The others agree as well.
Tears of happiness falling out of Judy's eyes. The fear in her heart has finally been lifted. " Thank you so much Autobots. It really means a lot to me that I'll know my son is in good care."
"By the way ma'am, what is the little one's name? If we are to raise him, we got to know his name." This has been eating Cliffjumper from the start. The others have been thinking as well. They only know Judy's name, but not the child. They all look at Judy, waiting to give out his name.
"Samuel," she said lovingly looking at her baby, "Samuel James Witwicky, 'Sam' for short, son of Judy Witwicky and Ron Witwicky." She then coughed harshly causing her to cough off blood.
Ratchet went to check on the monitor which indicates Judy's health. "Your body is starting to fail you. It's starting to weaken."
"That's ok." Judy gave a smile. "At least I can rest in peace knowing that my son is in good hand with you guys." The Autobots gave a sad smile knowing she only has a little time left to live.
"Will it be alright if I give some few last words to my son?"
"Of course." Ratchet went and carefully picked up Sam and laying him right next to his mother.
"Now listen to me Samuel James Witwicky," she said as she laid on her side facing Sam and pulling him close to her, "you be a good boy now. These Autobots are my friends and they are going to be your new family now. They will raise you and take care of you. You make sure you listen to them or else I'll come and haunt you in your dreams and beat you with my baseball bat." she laughed at the sheer prospect while Cliffjumper, Bulkhead, and BumbleBee shivered in fear. The thought of Judy beating anyone with a baseball bat reminds them of Ratchet beating Autobots with his wrenches back in Cybertron.
Her voice starting to break, tears falling while speaking, "Just know that your mom and dad loves you so very much no matter who or what you are. Your father and I died protecting you from the bad guys called Decepticons. So please, be safe and don't go getting into trouble ok? I'll never get to see you grow up into a fine young man you'll become. I love you Sam and so does your dad."
She then face the Autobots and gave them a few final words. "Thank you once again, Autobots, for willing to take care of Sam. I have complete faith in all of you in raising Sam and I know you'll keep him safe." She gave them a warm smile and the Autobots returned it as well. She then faced Sam again, holding him tightly and giving him one final kiss and said, "I love you, Sam." before closing her eyes.
They all smiled at the scene before them before they too have to go and get some shut-eye. They all went back to their rooms and fell into recharge. Though in their minds, they can't wait to start raising the child and teaching him some new things.
The next day has started and their wake-up call was quite disturbing. They woke up by the loud cry of a baby. Thinking that the baby might be in harm, they all stood up and quickly ran to the sound of the crying. Once they reached to the Med-Bay, they sighed in relief seeing that Sam was ok.
They were quite confused as to way Judy didn't woke up from the crying. They tried to wake her up, but it didn't worked. She is just laying there almost... lifeless. They suddenly realized what it means. Judy Witwicky, had passed away. The Autobots mourned for their lost human friend before turning to take care of Sam.
"Aww, scrap," groaned Bulkhead, "we forgot that we don't even know how to take care of a human baby." Everyone was quite freaking out. They just barely realized that they don't even know how to take care of a human baby.
BumbleBee, feeling confident, went over to where Sam was and picked him up and holding him close to where his spark chamber was. He started cradling Sam while chirping and beeping trying to calm him down. In a matter of seconds, Sam stopped crying and opened his small hazel eyes and looked at BumbleBee. This got a surprised look from everyone else that BumbleBee was able to calm him down. And even more surprised when Sam started smiling, gurgling happily when he lifted his little arms and wanting to grab BumbleBee's faceplate.
"Well I be," laughed Cliffjumper, "I think he likes you already BumbleBee." He then looked at Sam and said, "Hey there Sam. I am Cliffjumper but you can call me 'Uncle Cliff' or whatever you like because I'll be the best Uncle anyone will ever wish for." He said it with pride and feeling so proud about it.
Arcee snorted at that declaration, thinking he might be going over his head while saying it. Guess it's time to introduce themselves to the new member. "Hi Sam. I'm Arcee. I'll be taking the role as your big sister. And this,'' she pointed at BumbleBee, "is BumbleBee, your new big brother." BumbleBee gave a happy sound at the thought of being someone's big brother. He never had a sibling before and being Sam's brother, made him feel happy and is now suddenly feeling protective for the baby. He will surely be there for Sam.
Now it's Bulkhead's turn to introduce himself to Sam. "The name's Bulkhead, and don't think that Cliffjumper will be your 'Fun Uncle' because I'll be the funnest Uncle ever." He sent a smug look over at Cliffjumper's direction earning him glare and a pout. Looks like there is going to be a competition about who can be the best Uncle for Sam.
Ratchet rolled his optics at their exaggeration of being the fun Uncle for Sam. His attention has been caught when Sam was looking straight at him, almost as if thinking whether or not he's family. "Hello Sam. My name is Ratchet and I'll be your personal medic from now on."
The reply he got sounded like a raspberry sound coming from Sam which caused everyone to laugh at the poor medic.
"Looks like he don't like you, Doc." laughed Cliffjumper. Ratchet started grumbling under his breath but then stopped when he heard Sam's little giggles.
Ratchet could have sworn he heard teasing from Sam's giggles and saw a mischievous glint in those brown eyes. He bent down close to Sam with his hands on his hips. "You are going to be the death of me aren't you, boy?" His responds was a giggle as if saying 'Yes, yes I am'. Ratchet shook his head and smiled a little bit. Looks like its gonna be lively here at the Base with Sam around.
Optimus smiled at the scene before him. It has been so long since everyone was so calm and happy, as if the war never happened. This youngling truly was special to affect the Autobot's lives. Said youngling started to whined, looking at Optimus with his little hands signaling he want to be with him.
BumbleBee walked to Optimus, lifting Optimus's one hand with his unoccupied hand so he could gently put Sam in Optimus lifted hand. Optimus's spark raced when Sam snuggled closer to his chest, where he could feel the warmth emitting, and fell right to sleep.
"Looks like we know Optimus is gonna be the daddy for Sammy." stated Bulkhead. Optimus felt warmth and happiness flowing through his spark. He feels happy that he's going to be a father to the special kid that will change the Autobot's lives.
"Greeting, Sam Witwicky." Optimus smiled softly. "I am Optimus Prime and I will take the role as your father."
They have spent a quiet day since they don't want to disturb Sam's sleep. Though it didn't last when they received an annoying incoming call.
"Aww scrap, it's Fowler." groaned Bulkhead.
"Bet you 5 Energon Cubes he's gonna flip when he sees civilians at the base." Cliffjumper betted against Bulkhead.
"You're on." agreed Bulkhead.
Optimus handed Sam back to BumbleBee so he can answer the call. "What is it, Agent Fowler?"
"I'm heading to your base to see if you guys are fitting well to your liking." said Fowler.
"Very well then. But there is something I like to discuss you with." said Optimus with a serious voice.
"Alright then. I'm at the elevator. Fowler, Out."
Everyone gathered around the entrance of the elevator for Agent Fowler's arrival. The elevator's door opened and came in an African-American, somewhat late 20's, wearing a grayish pants and grayish suit jacket with a white shirt and a tie. He has a small beer belly and short black hair.
"Alright, what do you want to discuss about?" questioned Fowler.
Optimus motioned BumbleBee to step forward and present Sam to him.
To say at least, Fowler was not too happy the Autobots has a human baby. "What in Sweet Lady Liberty are you doing with a baby!" His outburst awoken Sam and started crying.
"Damn it Fowler, look at what you did. You woke poor Sam up." growled Arcee. BumbleBee started rocking him, chirping, in order to calm down Sam.
"How is it that you have a baby with you?" demanded Fowler. Something else caught his attention. He also saw a woman who was lying at the Med-Bay. "And why do you have a citizen with you." he said while pointing at Judy.
Optimus told Agent Fowler everything that had happened late last night. To their little fight with the Decepticons, the knowledge on the reason why they attack the humans, and Judy's last wish.
It taken awhile for Agent Fowler to absorb on what Optimus had told them. He must admit, they were right that if the baby were to live with other people, then they will surely be chaos when the Decepticons finds him. Also they don't want other people to be involved in the war.
After a few seconds, he spoked. "Very well, Optimus, I will inform this with the government. But I must know the boy's information that you know so far.
"His full name is Samuel James Witwicky. His parents are Ron Witwicky and Judy Witwicky. His day of birth and other information are unknown."
Fowler wrote everything that Optimus said about the baby.
"I would like to ask you a favor, Agent Fowler." said Optimus.
"Shoot."
"I would like you to have a proper funeral for the boy's parents. There will be a time when Sam would like to meet his parents in the future."
Fowler gave a nod and went to pick up Judy's lifeless body and headed back to the elevator.
He stepped in and turn to the Autobots. "I'll inform you on the decision that the government will give." And with that, the elevator's door closes on him.
"Well that went well." said Cliffjumper. "And you," he pointed at Bulkhead smirkingly, "you owe me 5 Energon Cubes." Bulkhead grumbled saying 'it's not fair'.
It's night time and BumbleBee was playing with Sam who was laughing out loud while others were paying attention at Sam. They were disturbed by an incoming call.
"It must be Fowler about the decision his government made." guessed Bulkhead.
Everyone went to the Control Area and Optimus answered the call. "Yes, Agent Fowler?"
"The government had decided that you guys should be Sam's legal guardians."
Bulkhead and Cliffjumper cheered at having Sam live with them while the others smiled.
"However, he still needs to go to public schools like any other kids."
"Very well then and thank you, Agent Fowler, for everything you have done for us." Optimus thanked Fowler.
"Don't mention it, Prime. Not only that, the government have ordered me to be the boy's nanny until he's old enough to have you guys take care of him. I say around 3 or 4 years old. And don't worry about baby's stuffs, it's all expense-paid."
"Thank you Agent Fowler. But have you found anything about Sam's parents or records of Sam's." questioned Optimus.
"Ron and Judy Witwicky were ordinary citizens, have a good home, clean records, and that just about it for them. As for Sam's, I got nothing. No Birth Certificate, Social Security Number, Nada. It seems they knew Sam's different and decided to keep him a secret."
"I see." It was a good thing they didn't registered Sam to the humans or else the Decepticons will surely hack the system to obtain the info and use it to their advantage.
"I'm sending you Sam's new identification. But I need you to give me a new birthdate. After all, you are Sam's new guardians."
"How about today's date be Sam's birthdate? Today is the day Sam is now officially our new youngling." suggested Arcee.
Optimus gave a nod to Arcee and went back to speak with Fowler. "We've decided today shall be Sam's birthdate."
They have received a new message about Sam's identification. It read:
Name: Samuel James Witwicky
Gender: Male
SSN: XXX-XX-XXXX
Place of Birth: Jasper, Nevada
Date of Birth: October 10, 1994
Birth Parents: Ron Witwicky (Father), Judy Witwicky (Mother)
Parents Birthplace: Tranquility, California
They all went over it in order to remember it.
"That is all Optimus. I'll come tomorrow to help and take care of Sam for you guys."
And with that, the call ended.
"Alright Autobots, tomorrow is a big day so I want all of you to get as much needed rest as possible. BumbleBee, I trust you in having Sam stay with you until we build a room for Sam" ordered Optimus.
BumbleBee gave a cheerful nod before dashing to his corridor happily on having Sam sleep on the same room with him. Everyone chuckled at BumbleBee's childish behavior before they too went to their corridor for some recharge. They can't wait to see what plans will the future have in store for them now that Sam is now part of their little family.
To Be Continue...
Second chapter done! Sorry it has to be this long, but I hope you guys enjoyed story will start as a Father/Son relationship between Optimus and Sam but later in the chapter when Sam gets old, that's where things gets heated up. But they will be oblivious to their own feelings for each other, well basically Sam. The next chapter will be a time skip to 4 years. That's when the adventure might start.
Thank you all for reviewing, favoriting this story, and following this story. I would like to thank StarGazingAtMidnight for mentioning my stories in 'At War for Peace'. 'Broken Souls' might take a while to update because I want to try and set a mood when ever someone reminds them of Sam in a way. So please review and know I'm still an amateur at writing stories. Till next time.