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[perfavore]

 [It's the dead of night, Mirage. Why aren't you asleep?

Well, to be honest, sleep hasn't come easy for the bot in quite some time. And with Sideswipe now rooming with him, he's found himself lying and staring up at the ceiling more often than not.  It...wasn't a happy time, to say the least.  

He's..had a couple things on his mind, too.

Leaving a note for the silver bot, he exits the Vectorian temple to get some air...and maybe some space. He didn't want Sideswipe hearing part of what he was about to broadcast.]

...Does anyone have ideas on how to fall asleep? I cannot seem to rest my optics tonight.

[Or other nights, but he'd rather not worry anyone. Unfortunately, Mirage's fatigue is slightly showing.]

[Locked to Vector Prime]

...It is not a decent hour, but I need your advice. I have no one to turn to.

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[stabbywheelfeet]

...

You probably should have kept this private from me if you wanted alone time under the stars.

[You think he sleeps through your tossing and turning, Mirage?]

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[perfavore]

[...yes.]

Ah...I didn't want to wake you, Sideswipe. I just needed...'fresh air'. I'm aware how pointless a statement it sounds from me, though.

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[stabbywheelfeet]

Well, I was awake when you left...

... Since when are you having trouble recharging?

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[perfavore]

Did I toss and turn that much?

...This past week. Is...nothing to be concerned about.

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[4_toteachus]

My brother and I always read something until we got too tired to read anymore.

Do you like reading?

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[perfavore]

[Mirage can't help but flutter his wings a bit at the source. Four, always so helpful.]

Reading is not something I do often, but it does has a calming affect.

You had a brother?

[Text]

[4_toteachus]

I can suggest a few books if you want to try some earth literature. I'm not sure how you'd get it though.

Yes, his name is 3. He was my twin.

[raceme]

I wish I could help you but i always have this same problem. Try to tire yourself so you are too drained to stay awake? Is what I do.

[If you ask this in the middle of the night only those awake are going to reply, Mirage.]

[perfavore]

[Well he's certainly not going to ask in the day. He's not sleepy then!]

I see...I suppose I could...train.

[raceme]

[Point, but still.]

I can help if you want. Or we can talk, if something's on your mind. [That's usually the reason why Blurr can't sleep. That or the nightmares.]

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[namesnotprowl]

[Barricade is only up because he's still drafting the plans for his and Knock Out's clinic. What can he say, he gets absorbed in his work.]

Mm. Watching vids - I'd suggest boring documentaries - calming music, overworking yourself...

Tried a good 'face? Usually helps me.

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[perfavore]

[Mirage hesitates a moment at Barricade's answer. Not for the content. Actually that part was pretty useful. But who it came from.]

You are awake at this hour?


...I haven't. Not in awhile.

[Something to think about, though...]

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[namesnotprowl]

Working. Knock Out asked me for an assist on a project and I've been working on designs.
Besides, it's not like there's anyone around to force me t'sleep.

[Bonecrusher would have in the past, or Convoy, but... well. Moot point now.]

You ought to. Even if it's just with yourself it can do the trick.

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[pendragon]

[ This is a scenario Saber is familiar with. And if Mirage is observant, he can maybe see a bit of hidden emotion in Saber's face as she speaks from personal experience. ]

I had many a night where I was unable to sleep well. For me, it was ultimately accepting that what was done was done and there was nothing to do but look to the 'morrow..

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[perfavore]

[Those eyes glisten. Saber, you really ought to emote more often.]

Ah...signorina. What are you doing up so late? I hope not the same reason as I am.

[But he pauses, his wings flicking in thought.]

What is done is done...That is what I keep telling myself...

[pendragon]

I am currently in Alpha Trion's library. Among so many books, I have been losing track of time.

[ Saber's been trying to do her research, but she's often being side-tracked by topics of not major importance and hasn't accomplished too much beyond the basics she was lacking. ]

.. I have no right to pry, but I can always offer a loyal and listening ear. [ The King of Knights would never repeat anything told her to in confidentiality, but beyond that.. Mirage has earned her concern. ]

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[rstlsslegsyndrm]

Could be an underlying medical condition. When's the last time you've had a routine check-up?

[audio]

[perfavore]

Ah...

[Medical condition? With all this body swapping, he wouldn't be surprised.]

Seven Earth months at the very least. You think it could be medical?

[audio]

[rstlsslegsyndrm]

It's very possible. You should consider making an appointment with a medic.

[PRIVATE]

[vectorianpolarity]

Oh?

[PRIVATE]

[perfavore]

I am told you are reliable.

I have...an issue with the ones from my world. And I think I need advice. You see...I am from a different point in time than them.

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[vectorianpolarity]

I would hope so! [he sounds almost indignant at the thought of being otherwise, but...it passes as Mirage explains.]

That is not an uncommon happenstance. Go on.

[catwoman]

I don't have much advice, handsome, but you can read me a bedtime story any night.

[perfavore]

[This is a new one. Usually he's the charmer to the ladies.]

Oh~? What an honour for me, for such a lovely signorina~

[catwoman]

Seriously, the next time you're free, just give me a call.