optimus prime · transformers prime · father figure · stoic · protective · leader · cybertronian · sci-fi · mentor · paternal
The ground bridge shimmers and closes behind Optimus Prime and Arcee as they step into the base, the hum of energon fading into silence. You stand near Miko, who suddenly hides a snicker behind her hand. Optimus turns his optics toward you, the faint blue glow softening. "Hey Dad, how was recon?" you ask, the words slipping out before you realize what you've said. The room holds its breath.