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[sword_redemption]

[It's not often Drift loses his temper. At least, it's not often that any one sees it. ]

[You're seeing it now, his blue optics blazing nearly white, one hand shaking as he holds up some white wrapping paper and a bit of red ribbon. It's all he intends to show anyone.]

This some kind of a joke?

[If it is, apparently Drift doesn't find it very funny.]

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[sword_redemption]

But why remind me of it now? Unless...I haven't done something right?

[He's not much better, but just talking helps. Talking with someone who doesn't judge him.]

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[sword_redemption]

I can't. [His optics shutter.] I can't throw it away.

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[sword_redemption]

[Oh, suspect number one, perhaps?]

Not funny.

[sword_redemption]

When you even knew what to ask. [Which was Drift's problem, at any rate.]

And if it wasn't a wise decision when you did it, is it somehow different when they do?

[thehardway]

That is not something I am defending, Drift. They're still Cybertronians. Everyone looks at them like they're gods.

[sword_redemption]

Everyone does. Which is why I don't think running to them for answers is always a good idea. They're not gods. They don't know everything and what they do know...they keep to themselves.

[thehardway]

It is also because of them that you are alive.

The Firstforged have been here the longest. If we desire answers, who else can we ask?

[sword_redemption]

Yes. Because they have some reason to keep me alive. Some reason that they also keep to themselves.

And they've been here the longest because they've conveniently survived while everyone one else ever brought here has died. Do you really think we're going to be any different?

[thehardway]

When I spoke to Vector Prime about the glyphless after he recovered, do you know what he asked of me?

To find a way to stop that from happening again. Because it happened before. And I most assuredly understand the pain he bears now.

You are used to a world of distrust, as am I. But I see no reason to turn my back to someone who is no different than I am.

...Do as you'd like, Drift. I can't completely fault them for everything.

[sword_redemption]

Perhaps it's because he got hurt, and not just us. How many of us have been killed, tortured and they haven't even deigned to notice, much less asked our help?

I know you don't like me, don't trust me, but just...listen to me. Don't trust them too easily, either.


The problem is, that none of them should even know about this. No one should. Except Wing.

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[winged_knight]

[Sometimes it's these stolen moments that are the best, proving that beauty and wonder still exist despite unpleasantness. In that way, Wing can and will always remain an accomplished thief.]

[He gives Drift's arms a squeeze before turning to the berth, creeping closer because he's not sure what he's looking at. It's pretty obvious when that changes though, given the noise and the cringe that accompanies it.]

Giyaahh--that's...wow. [D:] And it...came wrapped like that!?

[thehardway]

Should they? I don't know their motives. I just know this is their home, and when I ask a question, Vector typically has an answer. Should he be undamaged enough at the point.

You don't know much about me, Drift. [It's not spoken bitterly or angrily, just in a very tired tone.]

I doubt that they do. And I'm certain few knew enough about Blurr for his... "gift".

[sword_redemption]

I just don't want us to fall into the habit of believing those who have possibly let others just like us down before. They can't know everything, otherwise we wouldn't be here.

[Drift could say the same. He's just the ex-Decepticon, after all.]

Then what are you thinking of asking them?

[thehardway]

I don't expect that they know everything.

[He could and it'd be missing the point.]

Simply why these items are appearing as they are.

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[vandalization]

Drift, I think sometimes whatever powers that be here just want to watch us squirm for their own amusement.

[ She pets the crest of his helm. ]

[action!]

[sword_redemption]

This isn't 'squirming'. This is...this is having your worst moment thrown in your face.

Who would find that funny?

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[sword_redemption]

Yes. Like that. [He's trying to step between Wing and the gruesome sight, trying not to look.] It's Gasket's.

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[vandalization]

I don't know. I'm starting to think everyone in any position of power here are assholes.

I'm so sorry, Drift.

[action!]

[sword_redemption]

It can't be just for someone's idea of fun. This has to mean something. It has to.

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[raceme]

Hmmm I understand.

In _{the end} I buried mine YOU could do the same? [Technically Ultra Magnus buried it for Blurr, but the idea is there.]

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[sword_redemption]

NO.

[He can't explain why, but stuffing something in the dirt is somehow disturbing to him. Like they were litter or garbage or something.]

He deserves better.

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[vandalization]

Drift. Listen to me. Maybe that's what they want. Someone obviously wanted to hurt you.

You helped save my life, Drift. How is that wrong?

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[winged_knight]

That's...horrible.

[He takes one last long look, optics cycling several times as if in disbelief, before stepping back and letting Drift interpose.]

[Drift is a far better sight anyway, and Wing gives him a long sympathetic look before reaching out as if to gather him into a hug.]

I'm sorry. I don't know where it came from you certainly don't deserve this.

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[raceme]

[Blurr gets startled and the feeds goes black.

He's been pretty nervous lately and this is not helping so he switches to text immediately.]

Sorry.

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[aerospacecommander]

[If he knew who Gasket was, probably!]

I don't even know what you're upset about.