( Pausing in the dance as well, Shockwave smiles at Optimus - bright and fond, even if his response is as soft as the rest of their conversation had become. )
Then I would aim to change your mind, of course.
( Smile turning sly, Shockwave tips Optimus' head down towards his slightly, enough so that he can kiss the faceplate tenderly. He doesn't let his lips linger long despite desperately wanting to - four million years was far too long already but he'd always been aware that his affections might not be fully welcomed. But here, Shockwave thinks, Optimus would feel no pressure to return them if he didn't want to, not if he took the initiative.
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Then I would aim to change your mind, of course.
( Smile turning sly, Shockwave tips Optimus' head down towards his slightly, enough so that he can kiss the faceplate tenderly. He doesn't let his lips linger long despite desperately wanting to - four million years was far too long already but he'd always been aware that his affections might not be fully welcomed. But here, Shockwave thinks, Optimus would feel no pressure to return them if he didn't want to, not if he took the initiative.
So he takes the risk, the given opportunity. )
I wouldn't want you to think any less of me.