Chapter 2: Discovery

My eyes scanned the bright computer screen illuminating my room. After having that rather satisfying dinner with Mikaela, she had decided for me to go scouting online for more information on my mom. So far...lucky charms hasn't came to visit me once. Nothing. Just like my head during Pre-Calc. Dammit focus Sel! I clicked on the tiny rectangular box and filled out more info.

Elena Witwicky Former Central Intelligent Agent

Facebook...Myspace...Friendster?! Um what the hell is this dinosaur shiz? Oh boy, this is gonna make it to the second page and everyone! I mean everyone knows the second page is basically a good indicator saying "hey you ain't gonna find it!". Maybe...just maybe the government wiped it when she was fired! I just wish I knew more! Not that my grades needed it, eheh cue hair flip. I was still missing something though, I felt it in my pudgy belly er- I mean gut. Did you think I was some toned person like in the movies even though they literally don't show them exercising? Like come on, if the gal is chugging down beer every night at a club, it's obvious that stomach is photoshop, just sayin!

"What about..." I muttered, adding two words at the end.

Arctic Discovery

Hey, who knows, after everything with the Autobots maybe she had a tie in with all of them. My eyes widened at what popped up as the results.

Arctic Snow Drugs?

Gangs Discover New Type of Cocaine

Alien Substance known as Arctic Sand

I clicked on the second one and read the article carefully as I held my breath.

March 13, 1992

5 gang members were arrested today after being discovered to be holding a type of mystery drug. One of the members spoke out in explaining how the drugs were imported from the Arctic. What could be this substance? Is it highly dangerous? Another source, Franklin Caesar, former gang member, explained how the drug was able to enhance their sense of smell and eyesight. This however, was proven to be false according to scientists. Alfred Johnson, a drug analyst at Harvard University briefly goes over what the drug contained.

"It's unbelievable. The substance is like no other we've ever seen! It is a scientific discovery indeed! We have sent scouts up there days ago and they found no more traces of the powder, almost as if it disappeared! Whatever this was, this substance had manage to kill 3 of the gang members after the arrest. They had taken an overdose right before the police came!" The scientist laughed maniacally.

"What happened to the other two though?"

"Don't know! They were subject to confinement I guess! It's kind of upsetting although. We weren't able to retrieve any of the powder, but who knows? Maybe there could be more scattered in the world. We are still trying to find out."

I ended reading there and quickly typed up 'missing 2 gang members, Arctic Sand' and was greeted with a government website. Central Intelligence Agency. Perfect. I clicked the page and lord and behold, a picture of the two criminals popped up.

All color left my body.

One of the mug shots was of a man smiling crazily into the camera and the other...a woman. I couldn't believe what I was seeing nor did I even guess my mom would somehow be tied into that discovery Granddad Archibald had.

Elena was one of the members.

Her eyes were brighter blue than I remembered but her face sulked and her dark ebony hair fell upon her pale face. It was almost as if I was staring into the soul of a demon when I stared at her picture. That's pretty freaking low to think of my mom, I know, but how could she had hid something like this from me? From her family. I read the mini caption at the bottom and my mom's caption spoke about how she was also 3 months pregnant. With me. Anger boiled in my skin. How the hell could she have taken those with...with me! With fucking carrying me?! Having enough, my eyes shut tightly as tears threatened to roll down and slammed the laptop shut. The bitch must have escaped and raised me afterwards.

"Breathe...breathe..." I whispered, clenching my fists and covering my eyes. Damn it. See what the internet does to you, kids? I need to call Sam, he needs to know this. I grabbed my phone and dialed in his number, biting my lip and hoping he isn't already partying like a loon on his first night. I was answered with a no service operator and remembered he was probably still on the plane. Well shit on a stick.

"You okay there?"

I jumped at Bee's sudden presence but also relieved it wasn't an type of enemy. Smiling assuredly, I nodded, "Yeah...just found some stuff about my mom and.."

His gaze turned concerned and he walked over to me, sitting in front of me. He captured me in his baby blues once more, a strong worry I could see in his eye. "Would you like to talk about it?"

Gah! Now I have to tell him! It's almost impossible to keep a secret from Bee! He was honestly my best friend that I never had. I trusted him with anything but I felt hesitant about this topic since it may have to do with their species. Taking a deep breath, I knew I had to word this carefully, "Promise this is just between me and you? At least until I feel we can talk about it to others comfortably?"

"Of course, Sel, I promise," His brows furrowed, "Did someone hurt you or-?"

"No, Bee...it's...it's about my mom."

"Your...mom? I thought you said she was in prison?" He asked confused.

I nodded, a sarcastic scoff emitting from my lips and my eyebrows raising, "She is trust me, but I did some research."

I pulled my laptop up to my lap and opened it, turning the screen towards Bee. Clicking on the window with the gang member article I read, I let him read the article, worried at what his reaction could be. After a few minutes, his face became shocked with a mix of astonishment. Stuttering slightly he turned to me, gulping, "Your mother did this?"

I nodded sadly, my eyes casting down, "I...don't know...I'm sorry-"

"Don't Sel. It's not your fault but we need to know what that was they were taking," Bee explained to me strictly. "Let alone from the Arctic where Megatron crash landed."

I debated whether or not I should show him the other window which said she had taken them while she was pregnant with me. Fearing the worst, I decided to keep it to myself and just nodded at Bee's explanation. I shut off my laptop, kind of hurt that Bee didn't take into consideration at what I was feeling right now. He kept talking about how Optimus needed to know and I just stayed silent.

"It would be a discovery for Ratchet, but where could- Sel...are you okay?" He gazed at me, his eyes softening as I stared up at him. "I'm sorry, I'm sorry."

With that he engulfed me into a tight hug. I wrapped my arms around him, snuggling my head into the warmth of his chest. I loved hugging Bee, I don't know why, it just always felt like nothing would hurt me and I would be safe all the time. I sighed, as I felt fingers combing down my hair and he laid back onto the bed.

"I just want it to stop," I muttered and he sighed, pulling back and looking at me dead in the eye.

"You don't think I do too, Sel?"

"I know you do, Bee, but it's just..." I choked on my words slightly.

"A little too much for you?" He finished, sadness brimming his tone.

My heart ached when I realized what he meant. 'A little too much robot for my taste'. I shook my head and ran a hand through his blonde mess, "No...I would never regret you guys. You guys are my family. I just wish it didn't tie in with...that kind of my family."

"Fate has a funny way of tying together loose ends. Maybe it's just another answer for your list of questions," Bee asserted softly.

I chuckled, "Thanks Mr. Shakespeare over here."

"Hey, I was just trying to be inspirational," He defended and I rolled my eyes, leaning my head on a hand and propping it up with my elbow.

"Meh...not inspirational enough," I teased, smirking at him.

"It's kinda hard to be if you're a robot," He sighed heavily but I knew he was just acting dramatic.

"Oh quiet, you're just thinking you're all tough and emotionless," I laughed and he raised a brow at me.

"Hah, well excuse me ma'am, I'm just stating facts!"

"You're comparing yourself to the Terminator, you call that facts?" I inserted.

"What's the-"

"You know what, forget it!" I cut him off and plopped onto the bed beside him and under the covers. "I need my beauty rest!"

"Plenty," I heard him mutter.

"What was that?" I cocked at eyebrow as he turned to me, acting surprised.

"W-what? I have no clue what you're talking about Sel!" He feigned a hurt expression, "Accusing me much?"

"Uh huh, uh huh, save it for Ironhide!" I grumbled, turning my back to him and thought about how sarcastic I was with Ironhide one time and he didn't catch on to any of it. Poor bot believed it more than Optimus and Optimus is old fashion!

I heard a small beep from a device sitting on my bedside table, "Speaking of Ironhide."

I gave him a puzzled look as to why Ironhide could've been calling right now. It was around 11 at night here, maybe at DC it was morning already. He picked up the phone and chatted quietly to it.

"Wait...now? But Sel- okay...I'll take her I guess."

My eyes filled with curiosity when he hung up, "What's going on?"

He gave out a heavy sigh, "Uh...well...um...how do I put this?"

"Bee spit it out!" I exclaimed, sitting up quickly.

Groaning, he gave me a sympathetic look, "We...kinda need to fly out to Sam's university tonight...well now."

A small bundle of bile rose up to my throat wondering why we needed to head to the East coast out of nowhere. Was Sam in trouble? Maybe it had to do with the Allspark? Either way, I had a bad feeling in the pit of my stomach at what could be so urgent Sam needed us right now. Or maybe...the bitch just misses me already! Yeah that's it! You're so stupid sometimes, Sel I swear! I pulled at me hair, glaring at Bee, "You're fucking with me right?"

"I wouldn't particularly say that word, more like...Prime wants me to make sure there aren't any 'cons near him," He explained.

Nodding my head slowly, I knew I couldn't complain at that. No matter how much of a brat I am, Sam needed Bee. He was still his guardian...not mine. "Then why are we still here! Let's go help my wimpy ass cousin!"

He chuckled at my remark, getting up and helping me pack some clothes and necessities. We were going to stay for a week so might as well pack all I want to take. Our flight left in 2 hours so great time to haul ass and then knock out in the plane. All thanks to the military of course! Handing Bee my bags to load up, I packed up my laptop in hope I would have time to research more about my mom while there. Wherever 'there' was exactly. I slipped out of my pajamas and changed into a purple tank top, black zip up jacket (it may be August but hey it still gets chilly at night) and a pair of black wash skinny jeans before pulling on my converse. I tied my hair up into a messy bun and clipped on the necklace Bee gave me for my 16th birthday last year. It was a simple silver necklace with a pendant shaped like a moon. He told me that he chose a moon because even on his darkest nights, I lit him up. Corny I know but hey, it was a pretty ass necklace so might as well!

"Ready?" I turned and saw Bee with a small smile.

"Ready as I'll ever be," I gave out a heavy sigh but managed to return one back.

He walked up to me and pulled my hand into his. Oh great, here comes the mini pep talk. You just had to act distressed Sel! Here comes Dr. Phil Bee-ly, "I'm sorry, I know you wanted this summer to work out on everything and scho-"

"Bee. It's only two weeks and if it's that vital of Sam's safety then I can't complain," I reassured him and gave his hand a squeeze.

"Are you sure?"

"Yeah, and besides, I haven't seen the Autobots in a while, maybe a nice visit would be nice!" I grinned brightly.

He chuckled, "Okay, Sel, I'm just making sure."

"And it's sweet of you- but! Enough moping, we got a plane to catch!" I smacked him on the chest and he heaved back, shaking his head with a smirk. I felt two hands wrap under my knees and around my back as Bee picked me up bridal style. "Hey! What are you-?"

"Shh, let me do as I want," He replied in the same girly voice as mine.

I rolled my eyes, wrapping an arm around his neck as he brought me out of the house. He placed me into the passengers seat of the car and ran back into the house to finish with the last load. I turned around and saw Mikaela's bike still parked outside of my house, remembering we just decided to use Bee to head to the restaurant. "Oh crap."

I completely forgot me and her decided to hang out tomorrow. Better give her the out of nowhere news! Pulling my phone out, I only prayed that she was still up. Pick up, pick up, pick up. Biting my lip, my cheeks dusted in worry until I heard the ring pause.

"Hello?"

"Mikaela! Listen it's Sel, I have some news to tell you."

"Whoa Sel slow down, what's going on?"

"I have to go to DC, well Sam's university," I responded.

"What? Is Sam okay?"

"Yeah, Optimus just wanted Bee to scout around the area in case," I tried to keep my voice as calm as possible.

"There's 'cons near him?"

"No, we're just making sure. I'll be back in a week or so. Hey, how's the spark?" I asked.

"Oh okay, tell Sam to be careful up there for me! And yeah it's in a safe here at the shop."

I let out a sigh of relief, "Okay, well just keep it safe. I'll be back soon."

"No problem! Sorry I'm just worried about Sam..."

My attention was immediately caught, "This...this isn't about the Decepticons isn't it?"

"No, not at all," She admitted with a sigh of defeat, "I'm just worried, college is like a place for exploration and-"

"A chance for my cousin to be an idiot and cheat?" I finished off truthfully. I was blunt, but I was a good kind of blunt.

"Yeah..."

"Mikaela, you are probably the most prettiest and down to earth girl I've met. Sam has got to be such an asshole and an idiot to leave you, especially after everything you know," I explained her, raising my brows.

"Sometimes it just isn't enough for guys, remember Trent?"

I vaguely remembered Mikaela telling me a story on how Trent had cheated on her multiple times when they 'dated'. It was on and off and Trent always had another girl in his bed even when he'd say otherwise to her. Not surprised, but still, it was wrong to do that but it's Trent. All I see is a giant sex machine who owns every STD out there. Thank god he finally left. Hence the word I said 'left' not 'graduated'.

"Sam isn't like Trent, Mikaela. He's a good person, he'd never do that you."

I heard her pause for a second before speaking, "You're right, I should have more trust in him. He even got us a 'long distance' kit."

I snorted at the cheesiness of my cousin, "What in god's name is that?"

"It's just a web-cam. We planned to video chat tomorrow night, so I'm excited!" I heard her squeal in excitement. Chuckling, I knew Mikaela still had her doubts, but I hope this little talk helped her calm down just a little.

"That's great, Mikaela! He better call you or else I'll hang him by his balls," I gave a threatening tone.

She laughed, "Don't worry, Sel! You should go get some rest now since you gotta leave...uh.."

"Right now?" I sheepishly remarked.

"My god, not even one night huh?"

"It's alright, I'll be able to rest during the trip," I sighed heavily and leaned against Bee's cushioned chair.

"Aw okay, well, I'll see you in a week. Have a safe trip! You rest up now!"

I laughed at her motherly demand, nodding. We said our goodbyes and I hung up, resting my head on my hand. I felt the car start up, Bee's holoform entering the driver's seat. "You good?"

I nodded my head, my eyes drooping from the rather exhausting day, "Yeah...yeah..."

He laughed, the windows tinting, "Get some sleep, we have a while to go."

I didn't complain nor respond as my body went limp and my eyes dropped close. Today's events falling onto my shoulders and my mind filling with once more peace and slumber.

"Jesus that was long!" I stretched my aching limbs from the plane ride.

Bee had went back to his alt. form and told me he was waiting outside at the valet. Grabbing my luggage, I lugged over to the valet and spotted the black and yellow Camaro parked at the end of the taxi's. It was rather chilly here and thank god I wore the jacket. The sky was cloudy and there was a slight wind picking up. The area was filled with bustling passengers and drivers, some greeting eachother in hugs while some just stood holding papers with people's names on it. Heading to Bee, I heard a wolf whistle from behind me.

"Hey there little lady!"

I paused in my movements, my hand gripping the handle of the passengers door. Turning around on my heel, I saw a couple of college boys, dressed arrogantly as if they were in SoCal rather than north east coast. Tight abs and toned legs huh. All the signs of a stupid ass second version of Trent, "What can I help you idiots with?"

"Ooh, feisty! Hey we were just wondering if you need help with those bags!" One of the three boys asked me, a flirtatious smile plastered onto their faces. Rolling my eyes, I popped Bee's trunk in hopes he won't get angry at these guys.

I leaned into the seat whispering, "I got this don't worry."

I felt the car vibrate slightly. Leaning back up, I pulled my luggage to the back, the guys never leaving their eyes off of me. Turn away or I'll have your balls in your mouth afterwards since you wanna talk crap.

"Why don't you let us help you?! Maybe give us a little ride in that sexy Camaro of yours too!?" Another one smirked disgustingly and gave the air a slight thrust.

Glaring at them coldly, I threw my luggage in strongly into the trunk, "Maybe you can give me a little something too."

My tone was sweet and bitter, feigning an innocent smile. They nodded approvingly, heading over to me, "That's what I'm talking about."

"You're a pretty one aren't you?" Another one crept closer to me. I backed off, keeping my fear from taking control of me.

"More like beautiful," I winked, walking over to the driver's seat. "Hey, will one of you guys pop the hood for me?"

Just as I expected, all three of them fought over who was going to and all scrambled to the front. They stared at it puzzlingly, "Uh so what now sweet thing?"

"I better get something nice for this!" One of them leaned beside the hood and gave me a spine shivering smile.

"Oh trust me honey, you will," I laughed humorlessly, sitting down in the driver's seat. "Hey Bee, remember what I told you about oil spills?"

Getting the memo almost automatically, the car started up and sprayed a great shot of black oil all over the guys. I tried holding my laughter in as they screamed like little girls and sprinted away in fear and oil dripping from them. Satisfied, I let Bee close his hood and we made our way out into the state highway. It was always busy here at DC and in all honesty I quite liked it.

"Thanks out there," I told Bee, rubbing my hands up and down of the steering wheel.

I heard the radio static, "You should've let me handle it, Sel."

Snorting, I leaned back and stared at the roof of the car, "Bee, I'm very capable of taking care of myself! Thank you very much!"

"Totally," He replied sarcastically.

I scoffed, "Excuh-use me then!"

"You're excused."

"Did someone piss on your tire this morning?" I asked him.

"No why?"

"Because you seem extra pissed off today," I jokingly remarked.

I felt the car shake in laughter, "I'm sorry it's just those guys shouldn't have spoken to you like that."

"It's alright don't worry, I got them off my ass at least," I reminded him.

"Yeah just not off my hood. One of the guys had clammy hands, I think it left a small imprint," He bluntly inserted and I had a fit of giggles burst out of my mouth.

We had small talk during the trip and we came in front of what appeared to be an abandoned 'warehouse'. It had a sign that said 'national health services' but somehow the entrance was guarded by guys with extreme heavy artillery. How convincing! I should strip them and strap a cosplay nurse outfit, seems like a better fit! I heard Bee speak through his radio and I'm guessing he was communicating to one of the Autobots. I saw a guard pick up the radio and lifted the gate in front of us to allow entrance. Driving up, I stared out in awe at the massiveness of the building and we pulled into a hangar. Each station had an individual Autobot with multiple men surrounding them, either training or on maintenance.

Bumblebee on station 4

I heard the intercom announce and Bee pulled up to a small station. There was a knock on the window and I saw Lennox with a smile outside. Hopping out, I embraced him in a tight hug. "Hey Lennox, haven't seen you in a while!"

"As you too, Sel, are you okay? No one tried to hurt you right?" He gave me a look over and I laughed, shaking my head.

"No, don't worry, I'm a tough cookie."

He nodded, helping me take some bags out of Bee. Afterwards, I saw Bee transform into his robot form. He towered over me and blinked his baby blue optics at me, I stared up at him, "Hey I'm going to go with Lennox really quickly and get settled. You should talk to Optimus."

He chirped, nodding and let one of his finger rods trace down the side of my face. Leaning into it, we gave eachother one last smile before I was pulled away by Lennox.

"Come on, I'll show you where you'll stay for the week," He explained to me.

"And where's that?" I raised an eyebrow at him.

We went into another hallway where there were multiple doors. Turning another corridor, we stopped at a door that said 617 and he handed me a key card, "This is the civilian quarters, your room has your own bathroom and there's a dining hall at the second floor just left of this hallway."

"Damn this place has got everything!" I laughed, opening up the door and being greeted to a cozy room. In the middle there was a large queen sized bed with navy blue sheets and white pillows. On each side it had tables which both held lamps as well as small miscellaneous items. Across from the bed was a wardrobe which had a flat screen hanging above it. The left side contained a large desk with drawers and the right side of it had a glass door leading into the bathroom. It was awfully nice for a military civilian room, but maybe since it was just built it had all the modern upgrades. "Wow...it's really really nice in here."

"I'm glad you like it, your mom liked navy blue and I was thinking you might as well-"

"Wait what?" I stared at him, confused at what he had just said. His eyes held regret in them and he flustered slightly, "You knew my mom?"

"W-well, before I...listen now is not the time to talk about," He changed his mind.

My eyebrows narrowed as I pressed. What the hell did Lennox know about my mom, "No. What did you mean by that? How did you know that?"

"Sel please I-"

"Lennox I just want to know," I pleaded him and he faltered, shaking his head and biting his lip.

"No, Sel. You're not ready to," He strictly replied bitterly.

I cringed a little from his tone but was frustrated at his answer. How in fuck's sake am I not allowed to know any part of my mom? She was still in prison right? So why would it even be a problem with confidentiality? "Lennox!"

"Do not raise your voice at me, Selena."

I opened my mouth to back talk but knew it was probably best to stay quiet. I didn't want Lennox to be holding grudges on me especially since he runs this place around here, "I'd like to rest please."

He didn't say anything but just stomped off. I closed my door and sat on my bed, rubbing my temples. How did he know my mom? Why was it such a problem for him to tell me? Why do I feel as if something horrible is coming towards us? Like I shouldn't be here? My eyes watered from not only that little confrontation with Lennox but also in anger and stress. I wanted everything to fall into place, I want answers!

And I plan to get them whether anyone likes it or not.

A/n: Long as hell (unnecessarily) but it's a small filler on Sel's part of the story. I was honestly going to give up on this story but decided to give it one more time. Hope you guys liked it! Sorry if it bored a lot of people, it's a mini bridge to jump from one area to another!

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