[Robots and Magic] Between Claws

10. 𝘕𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥'𝘴 𝘸𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨

It didn't take long for the Autobots who were badly beaten from the intense battle against the predacon to be swiftly escorted to the advanced medical facility aboard the base due to Bumblebee's urgent distress call that summoned the team to attend to their urgent needs.

During Ratchet and Fixit's diligent efforts to repair their incapacitated comrades, all of the other members and their human allies carefully transported the weakened beast to a secluded cave deep within the surrounding terrain. Taking cautious measures to secure the creature, they installed electrified prison bars at the cave's entrance, serving as a formidable barrier that would prevent him from attempting an escape. The strategic move ensured that the incapacitated being remained contained, safeguarding both the group and the peaceful inhabitants of the area from any potential danger posed by his untamed instincts.

As Knock Out diligently conducted scans of the king's physical condition and reviewed the data on his device, the girls stood beside their robot companions, attentively observing the imposing figure of the colossal creature.

"This is what your dragon looks like?" Rainbow Dash queried, her arms folded inquisitively.

"A predacon, Rainbow." Twilight, ever the knowledgeable one, promptly corrected her.

Unfazed by the precision of the terminology, her loyal friend replied with a casual scoff, "Still, looks the same thing to me besides the whole metal."

In the meantime, the cherry medic approached, holding a few essential medical supplies in his secured grip and a delicate needle poised between his sharp digits, "There, he should be pacified for a while."

Bumblebee pointed towards the sharp object and curiously questioned, "What was in there?"

"Just a minor serum to help him relax. The damage is..." he hesitated before continuing with the information, "-a bit severe on the side of his plating and his left wing. Despite the remaining Energon in him, his online status may not be stable for an extended period."

Sideswipe smirked, "Good thing he is hurt then." Strongarm swiftly elbowed his arm, the mech yelped from her action, "OW-! Hey, what was that for?!" he looked at her irritated, rubbing the spot where she had jabbed him.

The cadet gave him a warning glare, "Just shut up." indicating that she wasn't in the mood for his antics.

Twilight took a few steps forward, studying his features more closely out of interest, "You mentioned he was the last predacon, right?" the doctor affirmed her query with a simple nod.

"That kinda sucks," Pinkie's shoulders slightly dropped, face forming a small frown, "One is such a lonely number..."

Rarity placed a servo over her crystal emblem, right above her chest, "I understand why poor Fluttershy was so upset."

Bumblebee shifted uneasily, averting his gaze from the conversation while Drift confidently spoke up, his face-plate remaining stoic, "Do not let this information mislead you, he is a threat to every other lower kind. It will be better this way."

After that, a Groundbridge to their base opened for them. Sunset paused at the entrance, her gaze lingered on the motionless predacon, "Will it be okay if we leave him like this?" she asked.

"Do not worry, this cell won't be able to get opened that easy." mentioned Knock Out, gesturing towards a small device nestled among the rugged rocks of the hard cold wall, "Besides, only an Autobot has access to the system. Even if someone else tries to break in, those bars have no chance to deactivate."

One by one, they went through the brightness, heading to the vast expanse that lay on the other side. As they walked, Sunset observed a hint of dullness on Bumblebee's typically vibrant face-plate, she gently laid her servo on his sturdy shoulder-pad, hoping to draw him out of the trance that seemed to envelop him, "Bee, are you alright?" she inquired softly, somewhat concerned about his behavior lately.