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The Firstforged claim they're some kind of gods. What an exaggeration that is.

[Thank you, Kagerou. And don't you sound bitter today. Granted, he's been bitter about all this since Perceptor vanished... but recently, everything has sort of come to a head. He can't keep it down anymore.]

They want us to build. They want us to run their world, and behave like peaceable little children.

And what do we get in return?

Murdered. Lied to. Misdirected. Our work ruined. Criminals running amok. Empty promises.

[As he says the last words, his fingers clench around his arm, around the Glyph.]

They want us to trust them -- but these Firstforged are nothing like they say they are. They tell us they can't control who leaves and who stays, but, then they turn around and tell us we're safe with their markings! They don't care one bit, what happens to us! If they did...

[If they did, I would be able to do what I was promised I could...]

[His hand lifts, revealing the very elaborate, intricate Glyph -- his status is showing, and boy does he look unhappy about it.]

If their reward for our service is loss and death, I would rather not have their mark at all!

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...I'll have to ask Kay which one that is.

[Because he has no clue whatsoever.]

You don't have to put all your faith--all your trust into them, Kagerou. Look to them for guidance and help but you have to trust in yourself, first and foremost.

I don't think she likes him very much...

[Then again, the only one Kay likes is Trion, so...]

They don't deserve any trust. At all. I don't want them to guide me in anything!

... you're more help than they ever have been.

Then look to others for guidance. You don't have to associate with the Firstforged if you don't want to but they are in control here...

[Which means no more threatening them, Kagerou, please.

The therapist's expression softens as he smiles and he reaches over to rest a hand on Kagerou's arm and squeeze gently.]

And I will be here to help you as much as I can.

No. I... have to, now. After what I did, I have to.

[Since he went and upgraded his Glyph and all.]

[He looks over at the hand on his arm, staring at it in silence for a few seconds.]

[Then reaches over, and puts his arms around the Autobot without another word on the subject.]

... please don't disappear as well.

Only on your terms, though.

[Rung is momentarily surprised by the action but it doesn't take him long to wrap his arms around the other in return, hugging him close.]

I'm not going anywhere, Kagerou..I promise.

No. No, it's not... it's not that simple.

[Unless he misunderstood. He hopes he misunderstood.]

[He nods a little, trying not to cling on, and failing. But it's the word -- "promise" -- that makes the tension in his body ease slightly.]

... thank you.

Why not?

[Feeling that tension ease some, Rung's arms tighten around the other and his optics dim in a gentle manner.]

You're welcome, Kagerou.

Trion said so. That... I can't refuse, when he gives an order.

[He might be more relaxed, but he doesn't pull away. He just leans against the offered contact a little more.]

...Because of your connection to him?

[He nods slightly.]

Because of that. Yes.

Perhaps you should discuss that with Alpha Trion then. Explain to him what's bothering you and why. It would be better than begrudgingly working with him.

... But how can I know that he's being truthful? I have no way to tell.

Trust your instincts. And don't be afraid to question things.

[Rung gives the other a reassuring look, lifting a hand to touch his cheek gently.]

If you aren't sure of something, you can always ask me too and we can discuss things.

[He nods a little, but the touch makes his optic widen a little, and he actually looks up. There is a lot of surprise in his expression.]

I...

[He shakes his head, and the surprise is covered in calm again.]

Thank you. I'll remember... that.

[Rung smiles softly and nods, his hand lingering for a moment before he draws it away slowly.]

Good. That's all I ask, Kagerou.

[His head tilts a little, leaning into the lingering touch ever so slightly, before the Autobot pulls back.]

Thank you. For coming here.

[And that gets an even softer look from the therapist, one that shows just how much he cares for the other.]

Anytime, Kagerou. I mean it.

I know you do. You've done so much.

... I will do what I can, in return.

And I will continue to do as much as possible because you are my friend, Kagerou.

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