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In an empty place, Optimus sat on the bank of a small flowing river.
His face looked sad, he had just been daydreaming since earlier.
Optimus then said to himself, filled with regret, "I regret it now... I was... too weak to protect them... ... that's right... why do the Autobots still trust me, even though I... ... can't possibly protect them?... In an instant... it was gone... ... they no longer speak to me!"
Ultra Magnus turned out to be behind Optimus, and he heard Optimus' words.
Ultra Magnus then approached and decided to sit next to Optimus.
Ultra Magnus then said, "... Optimus... ... I know you are very good at lying, but... even though we have been friends for so long, I didn't even realize it."
Optimus then said, "I didn't have time to give them the best moment... ... I didn't have time to make them happy... ... ... This is indeed the best way... it always requires sacrifice!"
Ultra Magnus then stood up and raised his hand next to Optimus, intending to invite Optimus to get up.
Ultra Magnus said, "I'm still here and so are the others... the ones you have to fight for... you already have them all!"
Optimus then moved and held Ultra Magnus' hand, then rose from his seat.
Ultra Magnus then said, "You might regret it... ... But remember... you are Optimus... our pride. You are their hope. You must not give up, and it's okay no matter what the outcome is.... ... We will fight together... you are not alone!"
Ultra Magnus gave Optimus motivation. That motivation was very valuable for Optimus, he then rose again to fight for peace and will create a new Cybertron.
***
Back to the fight in the courtyard of Autobot HQ.
It seemed that Elita-1 had the upper hand at first, but moments later she seemed to be constantly on the verge of being slashed by Adist.
Even though Elita-1 has great eyes for analysis, she has a hard time fighting Adist who is very strong physically and in strength.
Not to mention, Adist is also connected to the Allspark power of Nervous.
The same goes for Timon who also has the power of the Allspark.
Timon's fight with Ultra Magnus looks much fiercer, they compete in speed and attack techniques.
Even though he was very serious in the fight, Ultra Magnus could not hurt Timon, because Timon was more skilled at fending off attacks. That made Ultra Magnus almost run out of energy.
On the other hand, Optimus then uses another power from the Matrix. Where he makes Nervous' movement falter and then Cylob immediately entangles Nervous tightly with his Range-chain.
But then Nervous used the Allspark again and made himself escape from the Range-chain that was trapping him.
Meanwhile, Cylob's power usage limit is almost close to its limit. Cylob slowly begins to lose consciousness and is about to faint.
Realizing this, Optimus decided to retreat and approach Cylob.
Cylob then said, "I'm almost done... one minute left."
Optimus then said, "We won't win against him!... Calm down Cylob, trust me... you'll be fine!.... Go back!"
Hearing Optimus's orders, Cylob then decided to return to his original personality.
When he returned to his personality, Cylob occasionally lost his balance and eventually the original Cylob returned. From his orange eyes, he returned to blue.
But Cylob seemed confused about what was happening. This was understandable since he had shifted consciousness, causing him to forget what he had done.
Cylob looked around and wondered, "... What is this?... Okay... now I'm confused as to what's going on?!"
Optimus then said to Cylob, "Don't worry Cylob. I will protect you, even beyond my limits!"
Then Optimus stood before Cylob, and assured him that he could face Nervous alone.
Nervous then smiled a little and then said, "You won't win against me Optimus!"
Optimus then took a ready step and then answered Nervous' words, "No one will win, we'll make it a draw!"
Nervous then became more serious in fighting, he then swallowed the Allspark. Making him gain stronger power. Even so did his friends who were connected to him.
They get extra self-shielding that is really, really strong.
Can Optimus and the others achieve victory?
Optimus himself doubts he can defeat him, but Optimus will try to protect someone very important to him. No matter what the outcome, Optimus and the others will protect Cylob.
Optimus takes a horse stance and gets ready to attack.
On the other side, Elita-1 and Ultra Magnus are still fighting with Timon and Adist.
Timon and Adist look like they are cheating because they have additional powers that make them far superior.
Elita-1 and Ultra Magnus were overwhelmed by them even though it was a single fight, one versus one.
Optimus who was preparing to fight Nervous. When he saw the condition of his friends who were in trouble. He felt confused and filled with anger.
Optimus said in his heart, "Allspark... how did it get into his hands... when did they find it?"
Optimus then said to Nervous, "Where did you find the Allspark?... For years, that legendary item has not been found on Cybertron."
Then Nervous said, "I got it from my boss as a gift!... Come on Optimus... Fighting is the way he talks!"
Optimus and Nervous then advanced to attack.
There was a fierce battle between Optimus and Nervous.
In the first few seconds the roar of battle was loud and clear.
Nervous wanted to end the fight quickly, he decided to use the teleportation power of the Allspark.
So Nervous' movements are very fast and impossible to predict. In addition, Nervous shares the effects of his power to his comrades.
What Nervous and his friends did made it possible for Optimus' friends to lose.
There Elita-1 began to become exhausted from the very draining fight against Adist.
One attack flew so fast, Elita-1 fell and both of her weapons fell to the ground.
Elita-1 tried to get up, but Adist was now in a higher position than her, and he pointed his gun at her.
Over there, Ultra Magnus was confused and frustrated. Because Timon teleported so many times that Ultra Magnus couldn't even land a single punch.
Ultra Magnus grumbled, "What the heck is this? A fight like this is impossible to win!!"
Timon then replied, "You guys are really weak."
Timon then launched a powerful punch at Ultra Magnus. Luckily Ultra Magnus had high reflexes to block Timon's punch.
But the effect of the blow was so great, because Ultra Magnus was thrown as a result and fell. Not only that, he also received a serious wound on his arm, even blood was seen dripping from his arm. Making it impossible for him to fight anymore.
This means that Ultra Magnus and Elita-1 have lost against Adist and Timon.
Now the battle between Optimus and Nervous remains. Optimus's chances of winning are very small, because Nervous' movements are unpredictable.
A thousand slashes have cut Optimus, but Optimus has Defense strengthened by Matrix, so he can withstand the slashing attack. Although the sword scratched his steel skin.
After launching a thousand slashes, Nervous then stopped and stood back in front of Optimus.
Nervous then said, "You're lucky the Matrix protected you. If it weren't for that thing, you would have been cut to pieces."
Optimus then said, "The Matrix and Allspark can be connected because they both come from Primus. I can reduce the effects of your attacks, even if only for myself."
"I know... I will use my full power to kill you Optimus.... after you die... the others will follow!" said Nervous.
Optimus then replied and his face became much more serious, "I thought this was just between us... but you put me at risk!... then, are you willing to be finished off by me too... Nervous!"
But then Nervous' comrades gather behind Nervous and prepare to fight Optimus.
Nervous then said, "We will finish this revenge soon, Optimus... just accept your defeat!"
Instantly, in less than a second. Timon attacked Optimus. With a loud and very surprising sound of steel clashing.
The attack hit Optimus' front head, and he was thrown far away until he crashed into the Autobots' headquarters.
Once again, Optimus was able to survive thanks to the Matrix. Surprisingly, the sudden attack sent him flying through the very sturdy wall of the base.
Optimus, who was lying down, tried to get up even though his vision was blurry.
When Optimus had just stood up, Adist stood in the hole he had broken and then shot towards Optimus.
Then Adist attacked Optimus' head. He grabbed him and pushed him hard against the wall. Then Adist ran very fast around the hallway while rubbing Optimus' head against the wall.
Out there, Elita-1 becomes very anxious and despite her exhausted condition tries to get up to help Optimus.
"Optimus!!... Arhggg!!! gAhhhh!!!" Elita-1 screamed while holding back the pain in her body.
There too Wheeljack and Ratchet immediately helped treat Elita-1 and Ultra Magnus' injuries.
"We have to do something!" said Bulkhead.
"It's too risky, Miss Elita and Magnus are already overwhelmed by it!" Sideswipe said.
"BRUGHHH!!!" A loud bang.
Optimus was thrown out of the base and fell back into the yard. Nervous was seen stepping on Optimus' body in the air and pushing him faster to the ground.
"DARGHHHHHHH!!!!!" came the sound of a crash.
"OPTIMUS!!!!" shouted the Autobots.
"No Optimus-no!" Bumblebee muttered in his very anxious and angry heart.
Optimus lies in serious condition, the Matrix's resistance can even be penetrated by attacks from Adist, Timon and Nervous.
The two Nervous colleagues had even surrounded Optimus who was lying on his stomach weakly.
Then Nervous squatted down, lifted Optimus' head, and then said with great anger, "Look at yourself... you've lost... I must admit, your determination to stay alive is really strong!"
Adist, full of revenge, said, "We will kill him now!"
Timon, who was also very angry, said, "That's right... today, the Autobots will die!"
Nervous then said, "Alright my friends. As you wish!"
Nervous then stood up and stepped in front of the Autobots who were watching the fight.
Nervous then said, "Watch this Optimus! How it all started and how it will end!"
Then Cylob who was nearby said, "No Nervous!! Please!! I'll come with you, but don't kill the Autobots!"
"They will find you and will not let you be in peace... Cylob!... For the sake of our ancestors... I will avenge them all!.... Timon!! Adist!!! Bring Cylob into the ship!!"
Then Timon and Adist caught hold of Cylob and walked away carrying him.
Cylob struggled and said, "No!!... let me go!!!... Optimus!!! Bee!! Jack!!! guys!! No!! Arghhh!!!"
Cylob cried and there he was helpless and could not do anything.
Then Nervous took the Allspark he was wearing on his chest, held it. Then he made the Allspark float in front of him.
Nervous then said, "The Allspark will release radiation equivalent to your Cybertron core... well the Matrix won't be able to protect anyone... you will die slowly, in less than 20 minutes."
Optimus in a weak tone said and begged, "Don't!... I beg you! They're not involved!!"
But Nervous doesn't care about anything and what anyone says.
Then Nervous shot the Allspark...
Slow motion then begins.
The Autobots who are about to die from radiation can only stare in silence. And among them, there are those who try to run to save themselves.
On the other side, Cylob is screaming saying, "No!!!" while being dragged by Adist and Timon.
Optimus' eyes were fixed and he resigned himself to not being able to do anything.
But then Cylob who was screaming, then became silent and his facial expression changed to flat, and his eyes turned orange.
***(Enter Slow Scene)
In a slow motion scene at that time, Cylob then releases himself from being dragged. Then runs quickly towards Nervous.
It turns out that Cylob was running towards the Allspark that was speeding away.
And letting the Allspark hit him, Cylob immediately put the Allspark into his chest pocket, even though he knew it would release dangerous radiation.
Cylob intends to sacrifice himself to save the Autobots.
Then Nervous' reaction also changed and he panicked and shouted, "No!!!".
Nervous then ran towards Cylob and immediately pushed Cylob to the side. But it was all too late.
***(Exit slow scene)
Nervous was frozen in silence.
The Autobots then also fell silent and still.
Then Cylob returned to his blue eyes.
And he fell to the ground, then suddenly in critical condition.
The Allspark was about to release its dangerous radiation over a wide range. But then Cylob stepped forward and put the Allspark in his chest pocket.
That would dampen the radiation range and tragically, it would leave only Cylob exposed to the radiation.
"What happened?!!" asked Cliffjumper.
"Cylob... he...!" said Wheeljack.
"What have I done?.... NO!!..... NOOOOO!!" Nervous screamed, shrieking. Holding his head, he didn't expect this to happen.
Bumblebee then immediately ran towards Cylob who was lying weak and in critical condition.
Then Wheeljack and Sideswipe immediately followed there.
So do the other Autobots.
Optimus then tried to crawl towards Cylob who was nearby.
"Cylob!... what are you doing?" Optimus asked.
Optimus reached for Cylob's hand.
Then Wheeljack, Bumblebee and Sideswipe got there.
They immediately lifted Cylob and immediately took him into the Autobots headquarters to provide emergency assistance.
Optimus was then helped to sit up by Ratchet and the others.
Then the Autobots stared sharply at Nervous and his partner. Full of anger and among them there were those who cursed, "You bastard!", "Look at what he made!", "He's crazy!", "This bastard killed his own tribe!", "We want peace while he...", "He wants war, so I will create war!", "He can't do anything without that thing!", "I will kill him!"
Nervous... then stepped back.
Then Nervous finally ran away and was followed by his friends, they left the Autobots headquarters after what had happened.
Moving into the Autobots' base.
Meanwhile, in the medical room, Cylob is immediately admitted to the emergency room after the incident.
But no medicine or anything seemed to improve his condition.
Several minutes have passed, but the condition is getting worse.
Wheeljack there looked rushed and also full of panic. Trying to find a way to cure Cylob.
Even though Wheeljack had lifted the Allspark out and the Allspark had stopped emitting radiation. But the radiation was already all over Cylob's body.
Now he just has to wait for death to come to him.
Cylob could only lie there helplessly.
Cylob felt that there was something still bothering him, he then said to Wheeljack, "Jack... thank you... until now... you have continued to accompany me... and Bumblebee...
... it's nice to see you by my side at a time like this... ... ... My time... is not much anymore... ... ... Huhhh... tell Optimus... ... ... ... ... ... I... forgive him... ... ... thank you, everyone is willing... ... to accept me... forgive me... this stupid me... always.... a burden... and never... ... repay your kindness... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... "
Cylob then closed his eyes. And... his heartbeat stopped beating.
On the right, Wheeljack could only surrender and then sat next to Cylob crying and lowering his head.
On his left, Bumblebee was holding Cylob's hand. And he couldn't hold back the tears that were streaming down his face.
To be continued....