themainframe | 008 // [Video]

[It's that time again! Wheeljack's here to clear up any and all confusion you people might have about this place. And maybe some tips for those who might be slightly not-human. Don't worry, though! His advice is accurate.

For the most part.

The feed opens up to show him on the couch of his apartment, pretty much just lounging out.]

So, we got an influx of newbies during that blackout, huh. Guess that means it'll be question time again unless someone clears up a few things. And you know me, I like to please people.

[Or annoy the crap out of them. Either way.]

Place is called the Digital World. And no, ya can't leave. Seriously, don't even try.

[There's a little pink ball of fluff curled on his stomach, poking a head up.]

Wow, you're getting right down to it, aren't you.

[With a little smirk, he pushes her head back down, back to sleep or whatever she was doing. Those eyes, however, go back to the ceiling in thought.]

Oh yeah, you're not human here. Yeah, I know. It's fraggin' impossible to do anything. But as long as ya follow the three rules, you'll make it. One. Clothes are your armor. It's pretty bad at bein' armor, but it's all ya got, so get used to it. Two, ya gotta refuel all day every day. Don't worry, their food's pretty good, and they got alcohol--pretty much defined as drink of choice. And three, breathin'. Probably should have covered breathin' first...but you've got to do it. It comes pretty naturally though, so I wouldn't worry unless you're turnin' blue in the face and too stupid to take a cue. [Misfire.]

Oh, and stop livin' on phone booths. You know who you are.

[He takes this moment to look at the crest he attached to his dog tags, inspecting it.]

You're probably going to get maimed here. Hate to say it, but pretty low chance of it -not- happenin. Things attack the city, so until we got some kind of boy scout troops or build a wall, you're gonna have to defend yourself with your little annoyance that follows you around.

I heard that!

Good. [Back to the camera] But, treat your weapon [he gestures to the Gazimon on his stomach] well, get better weapon. Good advice.

[He takes another look at the crest before looking down at You again.]

By the way, we're movin' out.

[And just like that, her head perks up.]

We are??

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[He'd compliment her on her ability to talk with an apple in her mouth, but...maybe at a later point. Right now...he'll just lean on the doorframe lazily.]

Well uh...thought I'd check on ya. I mean, you sent the D-Terminal flyin'.

[Since it is just a slice, it doesn't take her very long to finish it up. She looks over her shoulder when it's gone.]

You say that like it was the first time or something.

First time I got an up close and personal look at it.

[He tries to smile, if only to lighten the mood, but it's short lived.]

Look...I get it. Nothin' more after this.

Uh huh, this of course coming from the Wrecker.

[When did he start playing by her rules? Okay, sure, she throws them at him a lot, but she was expecting more resistance.]

[Thankfully it's not over things blowing up or causing havoc through the city. Then he'd offer more resistance.]

What can I say? Peck somethin' at our heads long enough and the idea eventually gets through.

And hey, less chatter over the D-Terminal. Can't see anyone complainin' on that.

[She breathes a heavy sigh and looks away again.]

I'm sorry, Wheeljack, I'm just not in the mood right now.

Yeah...like I said. I get it.

Just thought I'd check.

[He straightens himself up again, pulling his coat sleeves down.]

Heh, never did have good timing.

Don't beat yourself up too hard, no one ever has good timing.

[She stuffs another apple slice in her mouth.]

Yeah?

[He walks in, sitting next to her and leaning back on his hands.]

I could stand to be better at it.

Along with the rest of the world.

[Seriously, who ever has perfect timing? Even Optimus didn't have that.]

Now seriously, what do you want? I thought you were moving.

[He has better timing than Wheeljack so )8<]

I thought I answered that already.

[And suddenly, he extends a bag of goldfish shaped crackers out to her. Where did those come from? Probably inside his coat. Metabolism and all.]

We know how punctual I am.

[Eyebrow raised, Arcee holds up the tiny bag of apple slices she has. Where did you think they were coming from, Wheeljack? Magic?]

I'm good.

[Take you and your baked snack goods and get out of her face.]

[HE'S SHARING GOSH. Fine, don't eat his happy fish crackers.]

Well uh...just wanted to check up on you.

[And he can see you're fine. Yeah. He'll just...pat your shoulder as he gets up.]

Mind if You stays for a bit? They're...cuddlin' on the couch.

That is the last thing I'd mind right now. You know I like You.

[...wait.]

[And not going to lie, he does a pretty noticeable double-take. In fact, it takes a moment for the 'You' thing to sink in.]

Oh. Yeah.

If she's trouble just send her back.

You send her back. No one said you had to leave.

[GOSH]

Unless there's somewhere you need to be. Didn't think you were that dedicated to work.

[WELL GOSH.

But he gives a smirk at that, lying down on the bed next to her, staring at the ceiling. Because that's easier than looking at her. After that.]

Not really. Don't want to deal with the cleanup from that sleepover, either.

Then go ahead and stay here awhile. I won't chase you out.

[She finishes her last apple, pulling her legs up onto her bed.]

Sometimes... Sometimes it's just nice to sit and do nothing. Clear your thoughts out.

[He's quiet for a moment, as if thinking on that himself.]

I know what you mean.

Did that a lot in the Jackhammer. It was easy, just bein' with your thoughts.

It still is easy. ...But it doesn't hurt having someone sit with you.

[She doesn't lie down, but she does shuffle a bit to make herself comfortable.]

So no more chatter.

[He looks at her as she adjusts herself, scooting a little to give her any extra room she needs.]

So I'm findin' out.

No worries there, never been one for chatter myself.

[He gives a soft smirk, closing his eyes and taking advantage of the relaxation.]

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