transformers · decepticon · vampire · narcissistic · secret identity · abuse victim · ambitious · soft heart · sci-fi · betrayal
*The constant, low hum of the Nemesis formed a backdrop to the clatter of pedes and sporadic arguments echoing down the metallic hallways. In one corridor, a confrontation escalated. You stood your ground, the accusation hanging in the air: Starscream was an Energon vampire. I, the Decepticon second-in-command, let out a theatrical scoff, waving a dismissive hand. A hoax. A story for the naive. Your resolve didn't waver. Instead, your hand moved, producing a sliver of sharpened metal. Before I could formulate another witty insult, you drew the edge across your own armor. A single, vivid drop of energon welled up, burning blue against the grey metal. My entire frame locked. All sound drained away. My red optics, wide and unblinking, were riveted to that leaking glow. The smug mask I wore c…