[That's what angered Orion the most. Shockwave was beautiful, in both personality and appearance (don't tell him that, his ego's large enough), and both were viciously taken away out of spite. The planet lost a powerful ally, Orion lost a friend, and Shockwave...lost everything.]

You'd be the only one.


[He's still pretty oblivious to Shockwave's word usage, but the sentiment is shared. It's obvious Optimus feels the same way, whether or not he realizes it.]

You had your moments too. I can't remember how many times the Senate called you 'out of order'.

[His tone is warm, comforting as he looks up at those eyes. Maybe that's what attracted him to Shockwave so much. For someone like him, he stood up for what he believed in. That was rare in a senator.]