Final Chapter Everybody! A bittersweet moment but I am happy with how this story turned out.

Thirteen Years Later

Shockwave sighed as he went through the last file. After the battle, the requiem blaster had been deemed too dangerous and was soon destroyed. Megatron had been found guilty of war crimes but was sentenced to death due to his insanity and, what humans called it, inhuman practices.

"Shockwave"?

The former Decepticon looked up to see that Ratchet had come in with a medical report.

"Regarding the chips, every single one of them had been successfully removed".

Shockwave gave a sigh of relief. While it was thought that they disabled, the miniature bombs were still considered dangerous.

"Omega Supreme will be pleased to hear that." Shockwave said.

Recently, the Autobots had found a way to safely remove the chips without causing any pain or mental damage. It took time however. It took about six Earth years and the Constructicons were the last ones.

"Optimus Prime also wants to see you. The AutoCon peace treaty is nearly complete." The medic explained.

With that Ratchet left Shockwave with his thoughts. Shockwave looked at the last bit of reports and got up. Shortly after the death of Megatron, the Decepticons elected Shockwave as their new leading commander. Starscream did not complain (well he did but he just didn't want to admit that Shockwave was the better leader). Immediately afterwards, a truce was placed. The Decepticons and Autobots were a little hesitant but tried their best to ease the tension. Eventually both sides were happy to report that they were ready to make peace.

Soon, Shockwave was at Optimus Prime's office. He knocked.

"Enter" answered Optimus from the other side.

The door opened and Shockwave entered. Optimus was typing something before he looked up.

"Shockwave, please sit."

He pulled up a chair and sat down. Optimus handed him some pads to sign.

"We're almost finished. We just need a date set to officially sign the treaty with everyone watching." Optimus said.

Shockwave nodded. While he was signing, the Decepticon heard a loud noise. Looking out the window, he saw Skywarp and Starscream playing with Thundercrackers young daughter. Optimus was looking out the window as he smiled behind his faceplates.

"This is what the Decepticons fought to protect." Shockwave said softly.

Optimus sighed.

"You don't need to apologize or even explain. What had happened was no one's fault but Megatrons." Prime explained.

Shockwave watched seekers a little while longer than finished signing.

"Take the rest of the day off Shockwave. Spend time with your sons. I'll let Prowl take over."

"Thank you sir."

Shockwave left. As he was leaving, Shockwave pondered at his new life. Sideswipe and Sunstreaker called him Dad, he spends more time with them, and they were a happy family.

'Normal bots would need time and space to let surprises like these sink in'. He thought.

One time, he expressed these concerns to his sons. The just hugged him and said that it was alright. The Decepticon had proved to be a wonderful father and they were ready to be a part of his life.

'Primus has indeed blessed me.'

Soon he was at his home. Soundwaves little cassettes were there, learning how to paint. The twins were teaching them.

"So if I stroke the brush up like this…it should have that dark tone to match up with that deep orange right?" Rumble asked.

"Yeah, that's perfect"! Sideswipe complemented.

"Ahem"

Everyone turned to see Shockwave.

"Welcome back Dad"! Both twins shouted.

They went to hug him and Shockwave hugged back.

"Don't mind me. Please continue. Actually I would like to try this as well."

"Sure thing!" Sideswipe happily said.

As the twins were getting more art supplies, Shockwave relished the scene in front of him. He was with his family, he was happy.

He was home.

I hope you all enjoyed that. Thank you for reviewing! Happy New Year!