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"Arcee?"
"I'm fine, Optmus."
"After enduring what the Decepticons inflicted on you and Cliffjumper, I do not believe any of us would be 'fine'."
The femme deflated as he watched. "I was stupid to let him get so close."
"Love and friendship are never stupid." The Prime stepped forward and pulled her close to his side.
Arcee sagged against him with a sigh. "I don't know what to do now. I never... How do you deal with having to deactivate your own partner?"
"I do not know," Optimus admitted softly. "But I will be here, for any support you need."