[Robots and Magic] Between Claws

7. 𝘎𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘥

The Cybertronian's reassurance helped ease her mind and she took a deep breath, "Thanks, Bee. I... really needed to hear that."

Bumblebee smiled and directed his helm to the doorway, "The team may be wondering where we are. Wanna join them?"

"Yeah, I could use some more company right now." she let out a faint chuckle and got up. The robot lowered his servo for her to climb on it.

As she settled in, Bumblebee scooped her up and led the way. They approached the big group talking to one another. The atmosphere was lively and filled with camaraderie as they shared their stories, "I don't want to pressure you," the yellow mech spoke softly to the human in his hold, "But I think it will be better if you tell them. I'm pretty positive they would understand." Sunset seemed hesitant but then nodded in agreement.

During the Autobots' team chatter, the leader in yellow walked to them and heard Wheeljack's comment, "So... humans turning into Cybertronians you say? That's new." he smirked.

"How could it be even possible?" Ultra Magnus questioned, unable to fathom such a thing.

"We believe we still have those forms stored in our geodes." Twilight indicated the necklace resting on her chest, "But we have no idea how to use them."

"Guys-" Sunset spoke up, grabbing their attention, she lifted her shoulders nervously at their stares as she rubbed the side of her arm, "I... think I know how it works."

"You do?!" Pinkie chimed in, her mouth forming a big grin.

"Did- did you actually manage to transform into a robot again?" her nerd friend stepped closer, face filled with wonder and hope.

"Before I was attacked by Steeljaw, I—" the red-yellow-haired girl glanced away, wondering how to reply, "I helped him."

The eyes of their close ones widened, "What?!" they all shouted in unison, causing her to wince a little from their shocked reactions.

"You assisted a Decepticon escapee?!" yelled Ratchet.

"She had no idea who he was in the first place." Bumblebee defended and lifted his servo towards his allies, trying to settle down the tense situation, "It was not her fault for doing the right thing. She is not the one to be blamed."

"I couldn't stay there and leave. I had to help him somehow." she responded, still unable to look at them, "When I got turned into a robot, I almost made him believe I was a real Cybertronian and... you know what happened next." the human cast her gaze down, feeling a weight of guilt settle over her. She knew she had acted impulsively and now she was bearing the consequences.

The Autobots exchanged glances, their optics narrowing in concern, "We know you didn't mean any harm, kiddo." Bulkhead stepped in, "But we need to be extra cautious from now on. You've put yourself in serious danger, it could've resulted in something way more serious than just wounds."

A short moment of awkward silence filled the air until a voice spoke up out of the blue, "Can you demonstrate us?" Sunset lifted her head at the winged femme who drew near, "How you turn into our kind?" Windblade gave her a curious look and a small smirk, eager to understand her abilities.

"W-well, I'm not sure if I-"

"C'mon, we have to see this!" Rainbow replied with excitement, "I wanna transform too!"

"Yeah Sunny, show us how you did it!" cheerfully added Pinkie.

Sunset caressed the side of her neck sheepishly and replied, "Maaybe I can give it a try?" Bumblebee lowered, allowing the human to step on the floor and position herself in front of everyone to see. She took a deep breath and closed her eyes, focusing on the feeling of her magic shifting inside her. The air crackled with energy as a bright warm light enveloped her, making the others shield their eyes. As soon as the light faded, they saw Sunset had transformed into a Cybertronian, her body now sleek and metallic, intricate designs and vibrant colors covering her frame.