"Teacher, are you alright?" Orion Pax's concern for his mentor was evident in his vocal inflections.
Garfield waved a dismissive paw. "Nothing to worry about."
"Just a minor incident, I handled it personally and sent him packing. The fact that you two rushed back with your teams... as your teacher I am very touched.
Megatron inclined his helm. "It was the least we could do."
Soundwave and Skyfire soon arrived as well, having returned in haste.
After confirming Garfield's safety, they departed to attend to their respective factions' affairs.
Whatever future complications might arise among the Transformers, Garfield maintained that this had nothing to do with him, he was simply an observer.
With Orion Pax and Megatron back, neither saw any immediate need to venture out again.
Though Garfield insisted the incident was trivial, the two leaders conferred and decided that further investigation was warranted.
Megatron clenched his fist with grim determination. "We will find the one who caused this disturbance and ensure he regrets it for the rest of his functioning."
Neither leader went personally, their recognition factors were too high now.
Instead, they dispatched trusted subordinates while they themselves remained stationed at the residence.
It was then that Starscream arrived, bringing the nervous Terradive with him.
The scheming Seeker, architect of so much chaos throughout Cybertronian history, found himself face to face with both faction leaders for the first time.
The moment seemed to demand its own soundtrack.
Just because I saw you among the crowd
Your image became unforgettable
Dreaming of that chance encounter
From then on, solitude took hold
When I think of you, you're at the horizon's edge
When I think of you, you're right before me
This must be what they call... admiration
Regarding Starscream's intentions, anyone familiar with the animated chronicles knew him well, an eternal schemer whose ultimate ambition was to claim leadership of the Decepticons.
As for Terradive, he might naturally have aligned with the Autobots, his nature too straightforward, which had ultimately led to his demise at Megatron's hands in another timeline.
Terradive was visibly thrilled to encounter both Megatron and Orion Pax, they represented ideals he admired.
What astonished him, however, was discovering that the teacher of these two great leaders was a small carbon-based creature.
After several moments of observation, Terradive confirmed this astonishing fact.
Garfield was indeed the mentor of both Orion Pax and Megatron.
In that instant, he silently committed to joining their cause and participating in the transformation of Cybertronian society.
With Terradive's arrival, Starscream informed the two leaders that it would be up to Terradive himself whether he wished to serve as Garfield's ground transport.
Terradive found himself in an unexpected predicament.
He genuinely supported the philosophies of both Orion Pax and Megatron, and he deeply respected their teacher.
But serving as a vehicle... gave him pause.
Observing Terradive's hesitation, Megatron's patience began to fray.
He moved to reprimand the young Seeker, but Orion Pax gently placed a hand on his brother's arm before he could speak.
"Let me try persuasion first, brother."
Megatron regarded Orion Pax, recognizing his brother's gift for diplomacy.
He nodded curtly. "Very well. I leave it to you. But if you cannot succeed, I will handle it my own way."
Orion Pax understood exactly what Megatron meant, a more forceful approach.
He still believed gentleness would prove more effective.
Perhaps this reflected the fundamental difference between their origins… military versus civilian function.
Orion Pax approached Terradive with warmth in his optics. "Hello, Terradive. May we speak privately?"
"Yes, of course," Terradive replied.
Orion Pax guided the young Seeker to a quiet corner and began a careful discussion about Transformers' purpose and values.
He helped Terradive understand that becoming their teacher's transport wasn't merely about function, it was about becoming a guardian, a powerful force propelling their shared mission forward.
In the future chronicles of Cybertronian history, such contributions would be remembered.