Chapter Two: The Dark Within
The Thirteen Primes were all gathered around in their tower. Prima stood as the others remained seated.
"My fellow Primes I have summoned you all here today for an important reason. With the coming civilization, we know they will be looking to us for guidance. I believe it would be best if we designated positions for us to specialize in. Raise your hand if you agree," Prima spoke.
The Primes all raise their hands.
"Good. Each of you shall speak a position you desire and why. There may be multiple of us in a similar position. I shall start us off. I will write the laws of coming civilization," Prima began.
"I will interpret the laws so that they may be fair and balanced," Vector spoke.
"I shall codify them and record them. I shall also record the history and coming tales of the civilization so they may never forget what happened in their past," spoke Alpha Trion.
"I shall oversee construction," Solus stated.
"I can help with mapping stars and systems. It is likely we need to visit other system and colonize worlds should we need the resources," Micronus stated.
"I will assist in the sciences," Alchemist spoke.
"I can track down resources we can use," said Nexus.
"I shall be a spiritual guide. One to help the coming civilization be in contact with their creator," Onyx replied.
"I shall help oversee industry in that the grand cities that will be built shall have power," Amalgamous spoke.
"I shall oversee the sciences as well, but specifically in biology. Should we encounter any alien life, it would be interesting to see the forms they come in and maybe, should others be like us, conduct experiments to understand the similarities and differences," Quintus stated.
"I can assist in information. With this I can gather data and share it so that the coming civilization is informed," said Liege Maximo.
"I shall oversee military. Quintus spoke of alien life. If that life is hostile, we will need a force to stop it and keep home safe," Megatronus spoke.
"Lastly, I shall be a representative of the people. Should there be conflict amongst themselves or they deem a law unfair, I shall bring the issue before all of you," Optimus replied.
"Now that our positions are stated, are there any disagreements?" Prima asked.
None of the Primes spoke.
"Very well. Now that this matter is settled, you are all dismissed."
Shortly after the meeting, the Primes gathered in small groups. Megatronus noticed who was all together. Prima, Vector, and Alpha Trion were talking. Micronus was speaking with Onyx and Optimus. Alchemist with Amalgamous. Nexus with Solus. Megatronus saw Solus and Nexus speak. As he watched, he saw the two of them smile. He clenched his fist tightly.
"What is this feeling? This...anger," Megatronus says to himself "I have seen the others speak to Solus and I have had no problem before. Why now? Unless" he touches marks from his wound in the battle with Unicron. He turns around and hurriedly walks down the hall when he Liege Maximo and Quintus step into his path.
"What do you two want?" he asked.
"No need to be so hostile Megatronus. We simply wanted to speak with you," Liege Maximo replies calmly.
"Then speak."
"We wish to make an accord with you."
Megatronus raises an optics.
"Look over there," Liege Maximo points to Prima, Vector, and Alpha Trion "You see them? They're a clique. A triumvirate if you will. They have already claimed their spots at the governmental head of the coming civilization. Together, their power is not just physically great, but now politically. They see themselves as better than the rest of us. They go unchallenged. Quintus and I have agreed to form our own clique. However, if we wish to counter them, we will need one more member. What do you say Megatronus?" Liege Maximo extends a hand.
Megatronus looks at it for a moment and continues walking.
"I care little for these games Liege Maximo."
Quintus raises a hand but is stopped by Liege Maximo.
"Let him go Quintus. He will come around. I am certain."
Later, Megatronus stands outside. He practices his punches and kicks. For his size, he moves with swiftness and force.
"Keeping your skills sharp I see," says a voice.
Megatronus turns to face the source.
"Solus!"
The femme Prime is carrying a black hilted sword with an orange blade.
"Your blade is finished," she says.
She gives the weapon to Megatronus. He holds it with one hand, examining it. Solus then creates several targets. These targets are several wide, metal pillars. Megatronus swings the blade with two hands, cleaving the targets in half with a clean cut.
"Impressive as always. Thank you, Solus," Megatronus says.
"I am glad. I hope it is a weapon befitting of our military general," she says with a smile.
"This shall serve well. I hope I will never have to use it, although, who knows what lies out there in the cosmos," he says.
Megatronus sheathes the blade and Solus walks up to him.
"I spoke with Micronus after the meeting. He told me something," she begins.
"Oh?"
"Yes. He picked up on some strong negative emotions. He told me they came from you. Is everything alright?" She touches Megatronus' hand.
"To be honest, Solus, when I saw you speaking with Nexus, something awoke in me. I felt...angry...perhaps jealous. Normally such things are no problem but this time was different. I do not know if it is the taint of Unicron worsening my emotions or something else."
"Yes. We all know Nexus had feelings for me for some time. I want you to know we were only discussing things about the coming civilization. No feelings of connection between him and I. Micronus can confirm it," Solus replied.
"I trust you, Solus," Megatronus says.
The two stood quiet for some time.
"Solus, I must admit somethings," Megatronus continued "In the battle with Unicron. I did not care if I lost my own life. As long as you were safe, that is all that matters to me."
"Do not say such things Megatronus," Solus spoke with a saddened voice "I know all you wanted was to keep me safe. If we lost you. If I lost you. My spark would have been shattered. The pain unimaginable."
"I am sorry Solus. I just want you to know that you are important to me. If I lost you in the battle with Unicron, my spark would have also been shattered. I want you to know that my feelings for you are strong. I must admit...I want to be with you Solus. I.... I love you."
All is quiet for a moment. Solus looks up at him with a surprised look on her face. Her metallic lips then form a smile.
"And I want to be with you also Megatronus. My feelings for you are strong and I love you!"
The two Primes embrace, wrapping their arms around one another. They lean in and press their lips together. They then slowly pull back and stare into each other's optics. They kiss again and pull back the same. They go in for another kiss when a voice calls out.
"Hey! What are you two doing?" Onyx speaks.
"Do not worry Onyx. Things are fine!" Solus replies.
Onyx storms down and gets his faceplate into Megatronus.'
"I am watching you Megatronus!" Onyx says and then storms off.
Solus simply chuckles.
"What is so funny about that?" asks Megatronus.
"It is just Onyx being overly protective is all. On the outside he might seem angry but really, I can tell he is happy for us," Solus replies.
Megatronus chuckles.
"Very well. We should depart before any of the others show up."
"I will see you some time later Megatronus," Solus nods.
Inside a circular room, Prima sits, levitating in the air with his legs crossed and his hands together in front of his spark, optics closed. His faceplate is a peaceful expression. Suddenly, in his mind he hears screams and explosions followed by gunfire. The sounds grow louder in Pirma's mind and his expression changes to fear. His optics shoot open and he drops to the floor with heavy breaths.
"Primus.... what did I just witness?"
Prima
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