[Perceptor was convinced of something like that once. And then Prowl sent him to babysit Kup on a mission to rescue captured Autobots.]

A summons, not of their choosing. Interesting.

[Perceptor frowns, then nods.]

I shall endeavor to not do so. [He tilts his head.] What, exactly are the badlands? Is it all area no encompassed by haven? Or a specific geographic location?

[Perceptor won't do anything so forward and melodramatic as grasp Drift's hand, but he does press his fingers against the back of Drift's hand just a little harder for a moment.]

As do I... but my allegiance will always be with you.

[Never forget that.]