Cale in Transformers ✓

34. Do not underestimate a Scammer

(Transformers and the Trash of the Count are not mine. The picture above is a screenshot.
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Sam grinned, "Starscream, Elita, good to see you doing well."

Starscream smiled from the screen, -It is wonderful to see you again young Samuel. I hope our glorious leader has been treating you well.-

Megatron huffed, "You underestimate me Starscream."

Elita snickered then spoke, -We are alright Sam. In fact we have great news. We successfully caught Pestilence.-

Optimus, "That is wonderful news old friend."

Sam nodded as he got a thoughtful look, "This means we can start on the restoration and rejuvenation  project for Cybertron."

Starscream, -I am sorry? The what?-

Soundwave hummed, -Cybertron: Restoration for future sparklings is important.-

Elita had a contemplative look, -Is it because it is barren and inhabitable?-

Optimus nodded, "Yes, we recruited the Knights and found the Staff of Creation to help us in the endeavor."

Starscream, -The old legends are true?-

Megatron, "Indeed, we are going home."

Chromia, -Really? Apologies for the interruption. But are we really returning home?-

Sam, "It will take time but with proper care and nurturing Cybertron will become habitable again."

Both Starscream and Elita One looked visibly hopeful at the prospect, it was no hidden secret that Cybertronians were home sick. It was not surprising considering how long they had been away from Cybertron and their human partners tried their best to make them feel at home, but as they say, no place like home. When Sentinel was caught up on the plans he wanted to protest and argue, what would a human know. Simmons had then pointed out that humans found a way to make barren areas on the moon of all places flourish with rich fauna and flora. There was no reason why humans could not figure out how to help Cybertron become a habitable planet once again, granted they would have to study Cybertronian wildlife. Sentinel had shut up after that and Sam had directed his attention to more important things.

Megatron was not sure how Sam calmed Sentinel down and then directed him to focus on training the soldiers but he was not complaining. Sentinel was not perfect but he was a strong warrior and when it came to strategies and fighting techniques, he was admittedly a very good teacher. Soundwave watched Sam's interaction with Sentinel over and over again, the third in command was pretty sure Sam was manipulating Sentinel. He could not put his servo on it specifically as everything Sam had told Sentinel was pure facts that could be checked for authenticity. Sam had at one point taken time to talk to Sentinel after one of his more heated discussions with Optimus and Megatron.

Sam had brought the Energon tea with some of the more decorated and fancy looking rust sticks for the Mech. Sentinel was visibly wary of the young human, he had complained more than once how Sam seemed to be the true leader of the team. It of course fell on deaf audials and gotten him incredulous looks from everyone in the base who knew about Sam's love for his slacker and lazy life. Sam had sat the Mech down and despite his many reservations Sentinel had agreed to at least listen. Sam started by asking him questions about the first invasion by the Quintessons which made the Mech clench the table. Sentinel glared at Sam and snapped at the human who raised an eyebrow at him, not impressed by his reaction.

After a lot of patience and prodding Sentinel started to tell Sam about his encounter with the troublesome invaders. He was a young warrior back then and had watched his own mentor get off lined before his own optics. Sentinel also snarled he did not need human pity but Sam did not pity him, the opposite in fact, there was an understanding in his eyes. Sam then started to ask him what he would do to deal with the Quintessons heading their way, and how he would protect his students and people. Sam had stressed their enemies were coming, despite the denial he wanted to bathe in which got a glare from the Mech. Sentinel finally huffed and agreed to train the Cybertronians at least, even if he was unsure of humans.