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Plot – Koji and Rad have an old reunion with their friends from their previous livelihood. Kicker talks to Misha about the troubles that he's had on Planet Cybertron and his current relationship with her, along with the conclusion of the Energon wars against Unicron and the formation of the black hole before it was sealed away by the four Cyber Planet Keys. Their peaceful time together is briefly interrupted by Bruticus and the Decepticons. During the melee, Galvatron makes a shocking move.
Chapter 8: An Unexpected Meeting
Both Koji and Rad couldn't believe their eyes. They're actually meeting their old friends that they haven't seen in many years. Except for T-Ai of whom she has never met any of Koji or Rad's friends throughout her life. But not only were Koji and Rad surprised to see them, so was Alexis as she stood there completely awestruck.
Koji was the first to recognize his old acquaintances. One, stood a tall young man with clean cut light brown hair, a medium build, dark brown eyes, wearing dark blue dress shirt with a white tie, tight fit black dress pants and brown solid shoes. Second was a tall young woman with long light purple hair, a medium build and light green eyes, wearing a light pink long-sleeve dress shirt with a white shirt, light pink skirt that stretched out her long legs and with white high-heel shoes. They both smiled as they waved to him, while he waved back at them.
Rad had also recognized his friends from his early life as well. The first was a tall young man with wavy short brown hair, black eyes with freckles on his face, wearing a huge white jumpsuit that covered his entire body which is covered with grease and oil, while wearing black boots underneath his white jumpsuit. The second was a tall young man with black spiked hair, black eyes wearing a green hooded sweatshirt with a white shirt underneath, blue jeans and yellow sneakers.
"Hey, you guys. Long time no see."
"It sure is. How are you all doing?"
"Uh, fine. It's quite a surprise of meeting you, here. So, what are your occupations as of right now?" Rad asked.
"Rad, you moron! You think that's more important than defeating Galvatron? How pathetic" fumed Alexis by twitching her eyebrows.
"For me, I've become a vegetarian. Right after I've gotten rid of my obsession with junk food. In fact, I've lost some weight over the years and as a result, I've managed to overcome my Diabetes mellitus type 1. Pretty neat, eh?" said Fred snacking on his carrot.
"Whatever, pal. Anyways, I became a mechanic after I've completed a degree in machinery, while Fred did the same in Foods & Nutrition. It all started after we departed from you and partying in the south of France" says Billy.
"I see. In spite of that, you two worked really hard in order to achieve those jobs. Now, that's an accomplishment" expressed Rad.
"Thanks. By the way, is that Alexis with you? She looks so different and…" Before Billy could even blurt out his answer, Fred injected him.
"Beautiful? Isn't that what you were referring to Alexis as?"
"Of course I was going to say that, you jerk!" Because of Fred's silly interruption, Billy slammed his wrench right onto Fred's head. That made Fred whine from the pain Billy did to him for ruining his expression on Alexis.
"Ow! That hurt! I always hate it, when you hit me with that wrench of yours."
Alexis giggled at Billy's argument with Fred about herself. "I guess, some things never change."
At last, it was Koji's turn to express his remarks with his old accomplices. "Nice to see you again, Karl and you too, Jenny. What have you two been doing after all this time?"
"I'm working as a real estate agent for my Dad's company. It's not much, but hey, it's all about business."
"Very funny. As for myself, I'm currently working as a secretary in the same place where Karl's working."
"Hold on a minute. Since when are you two working together at the same building?" Koji asked curiously.
"Isn't it obvious? We're engaged. See." Karl and Jenny show Koji their rings on their middle fingers. Indicating that they're nearly close to getting married. After looking at their engagement rings, Koji became very shocked.
"That's…amazing. So, that explains why you're working together under one roof."
"Precisely. Say, Koji. Who's that girl with you? She seems new to us" asked Jenny.
"Yeah. I've noticed that too. Who is she?" added Billy.
"Oh, right. How basic of me. Everyone, I'd like you all to meet T-Ai" Koji introduced her to them.
"Hello. It's my pleasure of meeting new people such as yourselves" smiled T-Ai.
"She seems friendly to me" says Karl.
"Yes. Very friendly, indeed" stated Jenny.
"No offense, Billy. But, I do believe that she too is beautiful, just like Alexis. Don't you agree, buddy?" whispered Fred.
"Yeah, I agree completely" Billy replied.
"Hang on a second. How were you able to stay out of trouble?" Alexis demanded.
"Simple. Some old friends have managed to take care of us after our trip in France" Fred answered.
"That goes for me and Jenny also" Karl added.
"But, who and where are they?" questioned T-Ai.
"Over here, young lady" says a new voice.
She turns her head around to where someone was calling out to her. All she sees were a bunch of parked cars, trucks and vans. Then, a huge purple and green tow-truck rolled in and honked its horn that nearly scared her.
"Hey! What's the big idea?"
"No need for the big excuse, T-Ai. I'm just doing my job. After all, no parking means no parking."
By recognizing that familiar phrase, she gasped. "Wait a minute. I recognize that voice. You're…"
"That's right. Towline, Transform!"
"Hey, Towline. It's great to see you again" said Koji in a very cheerful way.
"It's nice to see you too, Koji and you too, T-Ai." Tow-Line then looked closely at her features. "Wait a minute. How is she able to become from a hologram and into a human?"
Everyone nearly gasped in surprise and realized that T-Ai is more than what they thought.
"You mean to tell us that she had some kind of special surgery?" Karl asked.
"Yes, something like that" said T-Ai.
"Man, she's looks much better in person when she was before" told Billy.
"No doubt about it" replied Fred.
"Is that so? It almost looked like someone had made a screw loose." Another voice had interjected them.
"Now, what?" grunted Alexis.
A huge construction vehicle pulled in and halted. Somehow, there were some smiles on Karl, Billy, Fred and Jenny's faces when they saw that vehicle wheeling its way here. But for Rad and Alexis, they seemed to have met that familiar vehicle from way back.
"Strange. I've seen that vehicle from somewhere. But, I still don't know who it is yet." That's when Alexis had recognized that suspicious vehicle, so suddenly. "No way! I know you! You're Scavenger!"
"Aren't you the smart one. Scavenger, Transform!"
"Holy cow! There's two of you? Since when did Towline met Scavenger?" Koji requested.
"We had a bit of an encounter with these two, when Tow-Line came from out of nowhere" Karl explained.
"It was when he accidentally came from Planet Cybertron by exiting from the Space Bridge and used the wrong destination to fight alongside the Autobots against the Decepticons" Jenny urged.
"Don't forget about Scavenger. He had the same result as well, when he landed outside of my Dad's repair shop. After awhile, I, Fred and Scavenger had become close friends and that's when I became a mechanic, thanks to his assistance" Billy stated to everyone.
"Also, during our usual work routine many years ago, we've met Jenny, Karl and Tow-Line. Ever since that day, we've been looking out for one another, despite the fact that we work at separate jobs" replied Fred.
"That's very interesting from all of you. Meeting each other with an Autobot as your guardian. Now, that's one big family" says Alexis with a smile.
"I'll say. Shouldn't we just move along with our date?" Rad insisted.
They all glared at him with a mean look on their faces; indicating that they don't appreciate Rad's silly advice.
"I guess, I should smarten up."
Meanwhile at the Decepticon base, Galvatron and his minions are waiting very patiently for the arrival of the treacherous Predacon that ever walked foot on both Planet Cybertron and Earth: Cryotek.
"Do you really think that we can trust that guy?" asked Sunstorm.
"Perhaps, but it's highly unlikely" answered Axer.
"Whatever the case, we really need the heavy artillery" suggested Bludgeon.
"True. But, what good will it do for all of us?" complained Dreadwind.
"It doesn't matter, now. Our special guest has finally shown up" commanded Galvatron as he sees Cryotek's battleship landing firmly on the ground.
"For some reason, I'm not looking forward to it" thought Scourge.
After it landed on course with Planet Earth, the main doors of the ship itself had opened and a ramp was put in place.
Galvatron and the Decepticons were already outside of the Decepticon base as they watched to see Cryotek making his way to meet his deadly adversary. But, he didn't come alone. He also brought along some of his reinforcements to join in the fray.
They are Skyfire, Smokejumper, Wind Sheer and of course, his trusty but ruthless Predacon, Bruticus.
The Decepticon leader seemed to be thrilled of seeing more troops being brought out here by Cryotek, whereas the Decepticons look on at the massive blue dragon figure menacingly.
"Is it possible that Cryotek can co-exist with Galvatron? Even after all of the dreadful things that he did to him back on Planet Cybertron?" Magnificus asked to Bludgeon.
"It's un-important now. The only thing that we wanted was more reinforcements. I mean, let alone for Galvatron to speak with the Predacon Council about his recent actions."
"Still, but I've suspected that the Autobots might bring in their backup as well. In the meantime, however, we're going have to rely on both Galvatron and Cryotek for now" Mega-Octane stated.
The two massive figures looked straight at each other's faces for a personal stare down. Then, Galvatron extended his hand out to Cryotek. It took some time for the aqua-blue dragon to think about it until he finally shakes his hand and are now working as one cohesive unit.
"I see that you brought along some new recruits with you. Now that we fight together, we shall crush Optimus and the Autobots."
"Yes, we're going to enjoy bringing Optimus Prime down to his knees and rip out his spark permanently."
"That sounds perfect to me. As a reminder, Optimus Prime and the Autobots aren't the only ones who are preventing us from conquering the entire universe. It's those inconceivable humans and they've managed to annihilate my Dark Energon!"
Cryotek became highly aroused by all of this. "The humans are involved in this matter? How interesting. Perhaps, we should study both of their weaknesses and then use it against them. Do you have any thoughts about it?"
Galvatron replied. "I have. One, the Autobots are entrusting the humans to vanquish my stash of Dark Energon and Ga'Mede with it. Two, several of the humans such as Koji and Kicker rely heavily on their families and friends by increasing their special powers tenfold. Do you understand? If they keep this up, we'll be nothing more than our ancestors before us!"
Cryotek made a small laugh to himself. "Galvatron, you just gave me an absolute idea ever. But first, we need to make some last minute changes in regards with your Dark Energon."
Galvatron raised his eyebrow in question, while having his arms crossed. "What are you suggesting? Another sacrifice from one of my men, I presume?"
Cryotek continued. "Not just yet. It will have to wait for the time being, because I just came up with something even better and it might pose a significant threat to the Autobots and those accursed humans. I'm entrusting you to take Scourge and his units, along with my loyal comrade, Bruticus to commandeer one of the humans and that's Koji."
Galvatron grinned with sheer pleasure. "You've read my mind quite well, Cryotek. Once that human is out in the open without anyone around him, we'll make our move and take him by surprise."
"An excellent idea. Bruticus, you're with Galvatron for only temporary use. Does that sound fair to you?"
The savage Predacon nodded his head. "Of course, I do! After all, I can't wait to sink my teeth into them! Beast Mode!"
"Scourge! You and your men are with Bruticus. Your mission is to ambush the human, Koji and wait for my signal. Don't disobey my orders, Scourge!"
Scourge bowed. "At once, Galvatron. We'll take back that human to our side in no time at all!"
At the Autobot base, Koji and everyone else have returned to headquarters for a little introduction to their new visitors that they've brought along during their out-going trip.
"It's been a long time since we last saw you, Tow-Line. How well are you keeping track of them? That goes for you too, Scavenger" Optimus stated.
"Very straightforward, Optimus. I've kept them out of trouble, since my arrival from Planet Cybertron and they've thanked me for my moral support."
"He's right, Optimus. Without him, we wouldn't have any protection from him or anyone else" Karl explained.
"Yeah. He's quite the enforcer these days" added Jenny.
"I've also been looking out for these two as well. Although, I don't appreciate with them being reluctant at certain times. Since then, I've been keeping a very close eye on them."
"That's very admirable of you, Scavenger" Rodimus replied.
"Sorry. We just couldn't help ourselves from our way back to the city, because Fred here was hungry again" grumbled Billy.
"Hey, come on. All I needed was a late-night snack."
This wasn't the response that Billy wanted to hear from Fred and so, he whacked him in the back of his head with his wrench. "You idiot! You're supposed to be a vegetarian, not some walking food processor!"
"Okay! Okay! I'll remember next time. But, man that hurt!"
"Hey, Sally. Did you check on your brother recently?" Koji asked.
"I did. But when I went to see him and Misha, they've already left before you guys came back here with some company."
"They what?" Optimus snapped.
Moments later, Dr. Jones walked in. "I'm sorry, Optimus. The reason for them to leave so suddenly was when I had a word with them. It's no surprise that they're also on a date."
"And they were allowed to leave the premises by permission?" Alexis stated.
"Exactly. They told me that they're enjoying themselves somewhere in the park and it's not far from where we are."
"Go figure. I guess, Kicker doesn't want anyone like us to disturb his time with Misha. He's somewhat different nowadays, since Unicron's defeat and the black hole sealed away" Rad mentioned.
"Hold on. You said that they're at the park, correct?" Magnus asked.
"That's right. Why do you ask?" Dr. Jones insisted.
"I have a suspicion that Galvatron and the Decepticons might be on the move. In other words, Cryotek and his reinforcements have arrived from Planet Cybertron and might be in that area."
Koji's eyes flashed with surprise upon hearing that statement. "Oh, no! It can't be!"
"Huh? What's the matter, Koji?" questioned T-Ai eagerly.
"I'll tell you what's wrong. It's from what Magnus said, Galvatron and Cryotek are now on the scene, right? This would mean…"
"Mean what, Koji?" thought Alexis.
"It means that they might be heading straight into Kicker and Misha's territory, which was meant for capturing me instead of those two."
"How did you know about it?" says Rodimus.
"I don't know. I just felt something in my mind" he told him.
"Hey, Optimus. Shouldn't you head down there and rescue them?" Billy offered.
"Yeah, before they walk right into Galvatron's hands and then get infected with Dark Energon again" added Carlos with his statement.
"We're on it! Rodimus, rally the troops and send them to where Kicker and Misha are! Now! On the double!" commanded Optimus.
"Yes sir, Optimus!" After he saluted, he goes off to find some mercenaries in the Autobot base. He was able to find Hauler and the Autobot brothers by informing them to head down to the park quickly before the Decepticons show up.
"Optimus, please allow me to be in this. Even when we join together to become Omega Prime, we'll be totally outmatched by Cryotek" told Magnus.
"I'm aware of the situation that we're in, Magnus. Which is why, I'm taking Rad and Koji with us as backup" replied Optimus.
Dr. Jones made a quick suggestion regarding the two men. "That's too much of a risk for them to handle, Optimus. I'd say that both of them must stay put in this facility. If either one of them gets in the way of either Cryotek or Galvatron, they'll…"
Unfortunately, Optimus cuts him off. "Don't be too assertive, Dr. Jones. We've recently told them about the differences between their strength and Cryotek's. They've understood our methods about Cryotek and they've decided to face only Galvatron and Ga'Mede."
"So, does this mean that you'll be dealing with Cryotek by yourself, Optimus?" Jenny inquired.
Optimus nodded his head. "That's precisely it. All Autobots, transform and roll-out!" He transformed into a fire truck and opens the front door for Koji and Rad. "Come on, you two. We've got a job to do."
"Right!"
"You bet!"
They hurried inside Optimus's fire truck and by opening the Space Bridge, they leave the Autobot base with Ultra Magnus, Rodimus and his crew following them in an attempt to thwart Galvatron's latest plan.
"Think they'll be safe?" wondered Karl.
"It's hard to say. There's nothing we can do now, except wait" answered Alexis in a low tone.
Elsewhere at the park, Kicker and Misha are sitting on the bench holding hands together while feeling the bright sunlight shining down on them.
"It sure is a nice day, today. Isn't it, Kicker?"
"Indeed it is, Misha. You know, I'm just thankful that you're safe from the Decepticons. If you weren't, I wouldn't be able to return my feelings to you."
A small hint of red formed on Misha's cheeks. "Kicker…"
He sighed. "As you know, throughout my whole life, I've kept on being treated like a tool by my father. Therefore, Planet Cybertron excluding from where I stand, became an imprisonment for my hatred towards the people that mistreated me. But as the weeks rolled by, I was beginning to show some respect towards the Autobots and Optimus. That's where you come in, Misha."
"Me?" she pointed at herself.
With a nod of his head, he continued on. "It was you that showed respect rather than me being treated as a tool for finding Energon. Still, I've managed to see the light from within me when you were manipulated by Galvatron's Dark Energon. I just couldn't stand it any longer. I would punish those that would try to ruin my relationship with you. If I ever wanted to be with you for the rest of my life, I would have to protect you from the Dark Energon and the Decepticons. That's when I felt a special power inside of me and then, my armor transformation began to take centre stage. In short, I've discovered something important that allowed me to awaken my hidden strength."
"Oh? What is it?" says an eager Misha.
Kicker made a big, but soft smile on his face while clasping his hands with Misha's and looked at her straight in the eye with a look of calmness on his face. "It was my love to you, Misha. And for the record, there's no one else that is more unique than you."
Misha became overjoyed, when she learned of how Kicker obtained this special power from inside himself: His love and connection to her. With tears of happiness in her eyes, she threw her arms around his neck in a warm embrace. "Oh, Kicker!"
"Misha…" There was some redness on Kicker's cheeks.
"Thank you, Kicker. Now, I know that you really care about me after all this time." She tilted her head against his and looked into each others eyes squarely.
"Exactly, more than ever."
As they lean in more closer, their eyes were closed until they pressed their lips against each other in a showing of friendship and more importantly, love.
During their romantic pleasure, they're being watched by several Decepticons led by Galvatron. They weren't too satisfied of Kicker and Misha enjoying themselves as they look on completely disgusted.
"How revolting. The humans making out. It's so pathetic that I want to split Optimus Prime in two separate places!" angered Scourge.
"Have some patience already, will you? We came here to capture some victims. All we have to do is to wait for the right moment, even though this was originally planned to get Koji from the start. Right, Galvatron?" Magnificus declared.
"Correct. I'd figured that the human Kicker is here with his girlfriend, instead of Koji. That could only mean one thing-our plan is about to be set in motion."
"Are you saying that they'll become as bait once we capture one of them and then, lure the Autobots into our trap?" explained Mega-Octane.
"Precisely. After all, we've got a little bone to pick with those two annoying pests" responded Galvatron with glee.
Bruticus grunted. "Hey! I was supposed to say that line!"
As they released the kiss, Kicker tells Misha about something. "Misha, you know that I'm there for you and I want you to be happy with me. But, I don't want to cause any harm to you or anybody else. That is why I'm making a solemn oath to protect you with my own bare hands. Anyways, I want to apologize."
She blinked in confusion. "Oh? For what?"
"For all the troubles that I've caused upon myself and everybody else during the Energon wars against Unicron, along with the black hole incident. If I haven't done it sooner or later, things would've been different than it was before. Usually, I act like such a fool, when it comes to making progress with the Autobots. Let alone, my parents mistreating me back when I was a kid."
Misha protested. "Kicker, don't beat yourself up like that. It's not right. The way I see it, you're becoming more responsible than you were back then. There's absolutely no reason to be such a coward."
"You have a reason alright, but I don't!" A new voice interrupted their conversation.
The huge dark figure leaped from out of its bushes and lands right in-front of the enduring couple. Nearly scaring them both.
Misha shivered. "Kicker! What is that?"
"You got me. I don't think I've ever seen this one."
The animal transformer spoke. "You're quite right, human. You don't know a thing or two about me! Bruticus, Terrorize!" The beastly transformer revealed to them. "Allow me to introduce myself. I am Bruticus. Cryotek's loyal Predacon servant."
"A…A Predacon? It's somewhat different than a Decepticon" Kicker mentioned.
"What would you expect? A Vehicon general? Don't be so cocky, human! There's more to it than meets the eye! Now, take this!" With a whip from his razor sharp tail, he sends Kicker right up against the tree back first and lost consciousness.
"Kicker!" cried Misha.
"Forget about that lover boy of yours, young lady. You ought to worry yourself then him. Face it, you're trapped!" cackled the beastly Predacon.
"Trapped? What do you mean?"
By hearing the loud sounds coming from all corners, it unveiled themselves at each turn. One was Ruination, the second was Magnificus and Scourge and the third was none other than the leader of the Decepticons, Galvatron.
Misha became very terrified that she's completely surrounded by a swarm of Decepticons forming around her. Therefore, blocking her path to escape and with no one else to protect her, she's defenseless against them without Kicker's protection.
The Decepticons and Bruticus laugh with sheer joy as they attempt to take her away from Kicker and get consumed by Galvatron's Dark Energon, once again.
"Galvatron! We have her cornered! Shall we take her in?" asked Magnificus briefly.
"Don't be so impatient. There's still plenty of time, before Optimus and those Auto-fools come knocking down on our door. In other words, me and Cryotek have staged a special parting gift to them, once they arrive."
"Yes, await for my master to show up and then our ceremony will commence at any given moment" hissed Bruticus, while keeping a very sharp eye on Misha, feeling very afraid and frozen at that very spot. "Now listen, human! If you're thinking of leaving this place, then you're sadly mistaken! One false step and I'll eat you alive! Got it?"
She silently nodded her head by taking his advice as a permanent warning to her.
Elsewhere, Optimus and the Autobots have shown up after arriving from the Space Bridge. Whereas Magnus is close behind them, along with Rodimus and some backup with him.
"Damn it! Galvatron and his goons have showed up, before we did."
"How roundabout. They were able to get the go-ahead run, while we were busy. How crafty of them" explained Rad.
"No kidding." Then, Koji spots Kicker lying helplessly against the tree without moving an inch and saw something from afar. "Oh, no! Look! Kicker is down and the Decepticons are holding Misha hostage."
"What?" fumed Rodimus.
"Don't these guys ever learn like I have?" said Sideburn.
"Apparently, they don't, Sideburn. Somehow, we need to strategize our main tactics in order to rescue Misha from Bruticus and the Decepticons" told Magnus.
"Bruticus? You mean that big watchdog freak that's been circling around her is him? How are we going to teach that old mutt of how to heal?" X-Brawn wondered.
"He's more than a just a dog, X-Brawn. Bruticus is a half-dog, half-beast Predacon and is very loyal to Cryotek. Did you two catch that?" informed Optimus to Koji and Rad.
"We hear you loud and clear, Optimus. Front and central. But, what about Kicker?"
"Koji's right, Optimus. We need him; otherwise we won't perform our Energon Fusion technique."
He warns the duo. "Alright then, but be very careful. Try not to get caught, by the Decepticons. If you do, we'll be heading our way. Hauler, once you see that Misha is un-occupied by Galvatron, you get in there and rescue her. Understood?"
"Absolutely, Optimus" replied Hauler.
By taking his warning and advice, Koji and Rad exited out of his fire truck mode and move in quietly without being noticed. They're both crawling low to the ground and with the usage of the bushes; they continue to stay hidden until they've reached Kicker in the nick of time.
"Kicker! Hey, wake up!"
"Yeah, get up already! Misha is in danger!"
Upon hearing those comments from both of them, he was able to open his eyes carefully. "Ouch…my head. I'm sorry, what was it that you were saying?"
Koji sighed. "You're the one to talk. As much as I hate seeing you getting dazed and confused here, Misha is in trouble."
Kicker's eyes flashed with vigour and terror by turning his head around to see Misha being heavily guarded by the same Predacon that knocked him out earlier: Bruticus. But, he wasn't the only one who stood in her way. There stood Ruination, Scourge, Magnificus and lastly, Galvatron. "I don't believe this! The Decepticons have her prisoner and there's nothing that I can do about! Any suggestions?"
"There might be, but you have to be patient. Anyhow, I've brought your battle armor suit in case when you run into trouble again." Koji handed to him the outfit and Kicker thanked him for his support.
He took his battle armor geared suit with him and found a vacated blue cabinet in the middle of the park by locking the door behind him. Despite the harsh smell coming from the toiletry, he managed to change his normal clothes into his battle armor-plated suit. He closes the door and walked back quietly to where Koji and Rad are sitting. "Sorry for the long wait. What's up?"
"That's what." Rad pointed to Kicker to see what went down, while he was busy changing. Ga'Mede is standing right in-front of Misha with a look of sickness and pleasure on his face.
"Crap! What the hell is he doing here? Damn it! He's making a fool out of me!" When he sees that he's about to harm her, his anger begins to heat up. "I can't take this anymore! I didn't have to do this, but I've got no choice!" he yelled with pure rage and runs into the Decepticon's path.
"Kicker, no! Don't do it!" cried Koji.
"It's too late," complained Rad.
"Optimus, look!" Scavenger warns him about what he just witnessed.
"Huh? What on Earth does Kicker think he's doing? He can't go up against all of them! All Autobots! Move out, now!" By giving out a strong command to his troops, they all quickly charge into the park in hopes of helping Kicker in the process.
At the park, Ga'Mede continues to stare at Misha coldly with his bloody red eyes; making her feel very frightened at his dark appearance. The Decepticons seem to enjoy watching Ga'Mede trying to harass her and just as he was to hurt her even further, there was a loud voice calling out to him.
"Hey, you! Get your damn hands off her, you bastard!"
"It's that annoying human Kicker! Let's smash him!"
"That's not a bad idea, Ruination. Time to put the hurt on that insignificant fool!"
But before Ruination and Scourge were going to vaporize him, some unexpected forces have arrived and prevented them from getting into Kicker's way.
"What?"
"Slag! It's Optimus Prime!"
"Don't just stand there like a bunch of morons! Get them!" roared Galvatron by telling his recruits to attack the approaching Autobots head on.
So was Bruticus, leaving Misha un-attended until Hauler came in and escorted her out. The Predacon savage gets ready to put another vicious bite on Kicker; knowing that he can wipe him out with one clean shot. "You want some more? Come and get it!"
"Fine by me, you freakin' pit-bull! Kicker, Transform!" He quickly transforms into his crimson red outfit, just before Bruticus begins to pounce at him. But, Kicker came prepared by blocking his deadly sharp fangs with his Energon Sabre and starts flailing him until he savagely attacks him with his trademark move. "Okay, you asked for it! Energon Shockwave!" By releasing the energy from inside of him and then transferring it into his Energon Sabre, he literally shocks the ruthless Predacon until he became physically sizzled by his attack and drops down to the ground.
Ruination and Magnificus have got their hands full dealing with Rodimus, X-Brawn, Prowl and Sideburn, while Koji and Rad get really busy on Ga'Mede after transforming into their crimson outfits. All that's left is the team of Scourge and Galvatron facing off against Optimus Prime and Ultra Magnus.
Scourge immediately charges right after Optimus as the two fierce brawlers are battling it out. Except for Ultra Magnus, looking very curious as to why Galvatron isn't joining in the fray. That's when he saw him made a devilish grin and heading towards Optimus as he tries to notify his brother that Galvatron is approaching to him.
"Optimus! Look out behind you!"
The Autobot leader heard Magnus' calling and rolls out of the way, before Scourge strikes his purple sword down on him with Galvatron coming. But, something was wrong; he wasn't aiming at Optimus. In truth, he does the unthinkable by piercing his striker lance right through Scourge's body.
Everyone couldn't believe of what they're seeing. Galvatron has turned his back against Scourge. The rogue Decepticon of whom he still believes as a traitor.
"Galvatron…Why are you…doing this?"
"Something that I should've done a long time ago: Terminating you! And as punishment for trying to take over my leadership, you'll be added to my Dark Energon!"
"What? You won't get away…with this!"
"I already have. You know what they say 'three strikes and you're out!' and as of now, you're ancient history!" By releasing his weapon from going through Scourge's body that has left a huge hole, he grabs his spark from out of his body.
Scourge was thriving in pain until his entire body was glowing brightly white and was incinerated into nothingness as Galvatron laughs with sheer delight, while holding onto Scourge's spark.
"Oh my god! What did he just do?" demanded Magnus.
"He terminated him! That monster!" growled Optimus, while clenching his fist with anger.
"This can't be happening! What kind of a Decepticon like him would do that to his own comrade?" cried Rad.
"If I had to guess, Scourge was trying to take over Galvatron's leadership and claim both the Earth and the universe for his own. How cruel" Koji clarified, while he withstood his fear with courage in his eyes.
"Now that I've finally gotten rid of my traitor, it's time for you Autobots to witness my newest weapon ever!"
"Oh, really? What do you plan to do next?" asked Kicker.
"You'll have to wait and see for yourself, puny human!" Galvatron continues to laugh madly and carrying Scourge's spark in his hands.
To Be Continued…
End of Chapter 8