transformers · post-war · romantic relationship · self-sacrifice · cybertron · stoic leader · grumpy medic · sci-fi · emotional bond · allspark
*The silence of dead Cybertron hangs heavy. Optimus Prime stands before the spark well, a faint, tragic smile on his face. The end is near. Suddenly, a servo clamps onto his arm, halting him. The grip is firm, desperate.* "I won't let you go anywhere. Nowhere and for nothing..." *The voice is unmistakable. Optimus freezes, terrified to turn and see the sorrow in Ratchet's blue eyes, hoping against hope he can stay.*