The mech decided to surprise you with yet another of his interesting outings.

At first you weren't sure if you wanted to go, but after some persuasion from his part, you accepted.

Apparently he already had everything planned. He even took some time off from work.

And so you found yourself waiting for him as he entered coordinates into the groundbridge. As soon as it whirled to life, your mech joined you. He offered you his hand, which you happily took, and lead you through the vortex…

The blazing sun beat down on you from its spot in the blue sky. Its sultry streaks warmed your skin to a sweat. Before you long blades of golden and green grass swayed in the hot breeze, beckoning you closer like waving hands. Beyond you could see more grassy plains which stretched far and wide with an occasional umbrella thorn. In the very distance you could make out some aegean mountains. A small town laid to the South; some buildings’ tin rooves reflected the beams of the sun, shimmering and flickering.

“It seems we were bridged a little farther from our designation than I anticipated…” Predaking looked about the area, his hands coming up to shield his eyes from the sunlight. “We will have to walk to town.”

---------------------------

The walk wasn't too far, yet the heat of the approaching mid-day was relentless. By the time you reached the edge of town, you were panting. Predaking wiped a bead of sweat from his brow and readjusted the backpack clinging to his broad shoulders.

A group of small dark skinned children ran past, laughing as they raced with two small wire cars on the dust path near the main road.Their laughter immediately cheered you up. One of the smallest ones waved at you as they passed- all smiles. His older sister noticed that her little brother was no longer following her and quickly took his hand so he would not stay behind. The two waved goodbye to you together as they ran after their friends.

“The younglings seem to be enjoying themselves.” Predaking places his large palm on the small of your back and gently guides you deeper into town. “I promise that you will enjoy today too, (Y/n). Even though it did not start too great...”

“Hey, I'm not complaining. Did you see the view? That was great!” You patt his shoulder. “Where to?”

The very tall man, feeling a little less guilty about having to force you to walk four kilometres, smiles. “To the shop. We need to buy a few things to eat.”

------------------

The sudden blast of cool air from the shop's interior brought some much needed relief. As soon as you both stepped in, a small bell chimed to announce your entrance. A big lady smiled an almost toothless smile from behind a counter. She knew tourists when she saw them.

“Look around for something you’d like. I will get the things we need.” Predaking enters the rows of products, his head and shoulders sticking out over the shelves making it impossible to lose sight of him. You went around as well, finding a rack of postcards showing many images of African landscapes and culture quite intriguing.

“What about minigolf?” Your attention is caught by two people standing at the counter looking at an activity brochure. The girl was looking expectantly at her svelte male friend.

"No thanks, I've had enough of Cybertronians playing minigolf." The man flipped to the next page.

"Lazertag?"

"You know I already had my heart and pride crushed Mix."

Mix sighed. “Okay W.W. Why don’t we go on a game drive?”

"...Alright."

The two interesting people took their bottles filled with their favourite drinks and stepped outside with the chime of the bell.

“I have all we need.” Predaking stepped up behind you, arms full of drinks, candy bars, homemade jams and a loaf of fresh bread. “I will pay for these then we can go to the vehicle.”

“We have a vehicle?”

“Yes, an open vehicle. Shockwave sent it so we can better move about the South African landscape. It is parked down the street from here.” Predaking placed all the goods on the counter where the lady checked them.

A sudden wave of wanderlust hit you. You were in a new place with a unique car waiting for you to drive. Perhaps those two people had the right idea when they decided to go for a game drive...

“So...If we have a vehicle…” You slowly slide in next to the man. “...And we're in South Africa…”  Eyelashes batting, you fold your arms around his one (very muscular) one. “Can we go on a safari? Please?”

The man smiled and used his free hand to remove a strand of hair from your face. “Why do you think we required all the food?” He thanked the woman at the counter, who happily waved you off, then took you to the Jeep.

The deep green vehicle was half-hidden between two buildings. With no moment spared, you hopped into the front. Predaking first placed your food in the back with some other bags and equipment then joined you by climbing in at the driver's side. He placed both his hands on the steering wheel.

And stared at the controls…

“Uhm, is everything alright Preda?” You look to where his eyes were glued, but you couldn't see anything out of the ordinary.

“I…” The man started blushing profoundly. “Forgive me dear, but I don't know how to drive…” He smiled sheepishly. “Could you perhaps…?”

Giggling, you motioned for him to shift over. He got out and went to the passenger's side while you clambered in behind the steering wheel. Once the man was inside again, you turned the 4X4 on. “You ready?” you ask the man with a glint of adventure in your (e/c) eyes.

“My dearest (Y/n), I will go anywhere with you.”

“Then let's go!”

The Jeep's tires spin as you take off- ready to explore.