The Adventures of Serenity Prime

Summary: After the fall of Cybertron Optimus and his team journey to the planet Earth; as they approach the Earth Optimus a strong power emanating from the moon. When he investigates he discovers an entire society filled with peace and love.

As the war continues between Autobot and Decepticon, Optimus comes to see the moon as his sanctuary as his affections for the moon queen Selenity, and the princess Serenity continue to grow with each visit.

However this happy time was not to last as history repeats itself and the moon kingdom falls to war. During her last fleeting moments of life Selenity gives instructions to her last remaining followers and to Optimus himself.

Mostly Based on Transformers Prime though I did add Ironhide to the roster.

Sailor Moon is a mix of both Animes and Manga

Prolog

"Optimus; are you certain there is no other way?" Ratchet asked.

"I wish there was old friend; but Cybertron is no longer capable of sustaining life if we and to survive we must seek refuge elsewhere." Optimus spoke candidly, "Perhaps one day fate will allow us to return, but for now our first priority is to make sure every Autobot gets out safely."

During the next few days the Autobots organized a grand exodus. One by one Autobot ships scattered to the stars until only Team Prime remained.

As the team boarded the ship Optimus took one last sad look at his dying planet. He vowed that if it was in his power to do so he would return and restore Cybertron.

Optimus heard footsteps approaching, "Optimus," Ratchet said sadly, "everyone is aboard and ready for lift off."

"And Bumblebee?" Optimus asked.

"He's waiting for you inside. He seems to be taking it particularly hard." Ratchet informed him.

Bumblebee was an orphaned youngling who had come to be in the care of Team Prime, had bonded particularly close to the team leader. Bumblebee had come to regard Optimus as a father and tended to follow him everywhere Optimus would allow.

Once they had lifted off and were safely on their way Optimus went in search of his young charge. When he got to Bee's quarters Bee was sitting quietly on his berth. Optimus sat next to him as he placed a hand on his shoulder. "Bumblebee?"

"It's not fair Papa Bot, the stupid cons have already taken everything from us. Now we have to give up our home to," Bumblebee sulked.

"Little Bot, I agree that losing our planet is a devastating blow. However I truly believe that as long as we're together we will never lose our home." Optimus tried to comfort him. "Bumblebee, I know you've lost a great deal already in your young life but I promise you we will see happy times again."

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Team Prime traveled the stars for mega cycles following leads on Decepticon movements and energon deposits until they came to a small solar system in the corner of the galaxy.

"Optimus I'm picking up strong energon readings from a small planet in the solar system." Ratchet informed him. "For such a small planet the energon readings are off the chart."

"This requires further investigation; Ratchet set course for this planet," Optimus ordered, "If it's as rich in energon as you say then it's only a matter of time before the Decepticons discover its location; if they haven't already."

As they approached the planet Optimus couldn't help but admire the beauty of the planet as it shined like a blue pearl. Just before they made their final approach the ship's computer alerted them to a second energy signature.

"Optimus there seems to be another energy reading emitting from this planets moon." Ratchet said.

"Is it energon?" Optimus asked.

"No; it's a unique energy signature; one I've never seen before."

"Very well, I will take the auxiliary ship and investigate the moon. Ratchet you will take the rest of the team and continue towards is new planet Ironhide you will come with me. Optimus began walking towards the secondary ship when he felt a small pressure wrap around his leg.

"Papa Bot!" Bumblebee wrapped himself tightly around Optimus' leg. "I don't want you to go."

"Bumblebee; this is merely an exploration mission. I won't be gone long," Optimus tried to reassure him.

"NO! We have to stay together, you said we would never lose our home as long as we were together." Bee cried.

"Optimus; you said it yourself it's just a little recon. Shouldn't be any reason why Bee couldn't come and stretch his legs for a bit." Ironhide said. "After all the poor kid hasn't been off this boat since Cybertron."

Optimus took a moment to consider, "Very well; Bumblebee you may come. However I need you to be on your best behavior and do exactly what you are told. Do you understand?"

"Yes Sir!" Bee answered excitedly.

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"Bumblebee; come here," Optimus instructed as they landed on the moon.

When Bee came Optimus picked him up and placed him in the pilot's seat, "This is the autopilot," he pointed to a large button on the console, "If there is any trouble I want you to run back here and push this button and it will take you back to the other ship."

"Papa Bot," Bee said quietly, I could never leave without you."

"Bumblebee," Optimus said sternly, "If you are not going to do as you're told then I will take you back right now. Where you and I will have thorough discussion later."

Bee pouted, "Yes sir."

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When Optimus, Ironhide, and Bumblebee stepped off the ship Optimus was overwhelmed by a feeling of peace and tranquility. They hadn't walked very far when they were stopped by three small figures.

"Stop right there!" a blond haired female said.

"We are the Sailor Guardians of the outer solar system," the aqua haired one said.

"You are travelers from outside this solar system and as such we can not allow you to go any further until we know your purpose in being here." The smallest one said.

"Optimus," Ironhide said joking, "They're pretty small I bet I can take them all in one shot."

"Ironhide; do you really thinks that's necessary?" Optimus asked sarcastically.

"Just saying," Ironhide persisted, "It's an option."

"Stand down Sailors!" came a new voice.

Optimus looked to see a silver haired female in a long white gown. She seemed to have several advisors accompanying her, and Optimus realized that this must be their leader.

"Queen Selenity; with all due respect," the tall blond sailor said.

"Calm yourself Uranus," Selenity said as she walked up to Optimus, "I have not sensed any negative energy surrounding these three." She looked up at Optimus, "Please don't be offended our Sailor Guardians take their job of protecting our solar system very seriously." She placed her hand on the boot of his leg, then she closed her eyes and concentrated.

Optimus suddenly felt a calming energy wash over him

When Selenity opened her eyes she looked up at him, "Your spirit is pure, kindhearted and just. I can find no reason why you shouldn't be welcome here. I am Selenity, queen of the white moon kingdom and leader of a solar alliance know as Silver Millennium. These are our guardians Sailor Uranus, Sailor Neptune, and Sailor Saturn"

Optimus knelt down to greet her, " My name is Optimus Prime; we are autonomous robotic organisms from the planet Cybertron. My Autobots and I have been scouting the galaxy for energon and this moon's planet is rich with it; making it a valuable target for our foes the Decepticons."

"Wait a minute; what is energon and who are these Decepticons?" Uranus demanded.

Optimus told them about Cybertron's tragic story, about the civil war, about Megatron and the Decepticons, then finally about how they were forced to abandon their home in order to survive. "That's how we came to be here. The rest of our team remains on our ship." Optimus pointed at the large black mech. "This is my weapons specialist Ironhide."

"Would you like to see my canons?" Ironhide said gruffly.

"Ironhide," Optimus lightly scolded before he felt a light tapping on his arm.

"Papa Bot; don't forget about me." Bee said.

Optimus placed a gentle hand on Bee's helm, "This is our youngest team member Bumblebee."

"Wait a moment," Neptune said, "You're basically telling us that you just brought a war to out solar system."

"Sooner or later the Decepticons will come," Optimus tried to explain, " If they are not stopped they will strip mine the planet bare destroying its eco system and wiping out any indigenous life forms in the process. Our mission is to prevent such travesties from happening."

"Your Majesty," Saturn said, "I would strongly suggest a meeting with the Solar Counsel."

"I agree, but first we must contact Earth and let them know they're about to receive company." Selenity ordered.. "Please; won't you come with us?"

The three bots followed the queen and her court to a beautiful silver palace, as they entered the courtyard the entire palace was in an uproar.

"Queen Selenity!" a black cat came running. "The princess is missing!"

"Calm down Luna, we'll find her," Selenity said, "Artemis is training our young sailors. If anyone knows where Serenity is they will."

"Your Majesty," Optimus addressed the queen. "Is there anything we can do to aid your search.

Selenity smiled, "Thank you, more than likely Serenity is playing one of her hiding games. But if you see a blond haired little girl running around the courtyard or the gardens please let someone know," then she went with Luna in search of the missing princess.

"Ironhide, you and I will look around and see if we can help find the missing child. Bumblebee you are to remain here." Optimus instructed.

Once all the grownups were gone Bee looked around at his surroundings. This place looked so much different than his home on Cybertron. As he continued to look around he began to wonder around the courtyard making sure to stay in the area where Optimus had left him.

Suddenly Bee heard a very cheerful giggle; Bee stopped and listened carefully. He heard the lighthearted sound again; he walked over to some shrubbery in the corner of the courtyard. He got down on the ground and looked underneath, and when he did saw the smallest creature he had ever seen looking back at him. She had long golden hair and blue eyes that danced when she laughed.

"Hi," she laughed, "who are you?"

"Bumblebee," he said.

"Bumblebee, I like it," she said, "I'm Serenity."

"You're the princess everyone is looking for." Bee realized.

"SHH!" Serenity whispered, "don't let them hear you."

"Why are you hiding from everyone?" he asked.

"Because I'm tired of being a princess, today I want to be a regular little kid and run and play. Just because my mama is queen everyone expects me to behave like a perfect little lady all the time.

"Back on Cybertron all the grownup were fighting all the time. Papa Bot would never let me go outside unless I had a grownup with me but they were usually too busy fighting. Especially Papa, he's a prime so it was his job to lead the rest of the Autobots."

"I saw your papa," Serenity said. "I like him he reminds me of my mama."

"Yeah I like him a lot." Bee agreed. "Even thou he's not my real papa he says he love like one and he says that all that really matters."

"Alright you two; time to come out of there," came a gentle voice.

Bee looked over his shoulder to see Optimus standing there, "Papa Bot!"

Optimus calmly knelt down and put his hand out for the girl to climb inside, "Princess Serenity."

Serenity looked the giant mech in the optics, as if trying to decide what she should do next. After a moment though she obediently crawled into his hand. He placed her on his shoulder then helped Bee to his feet.

"I don't understand; why would you hide from your mother?" Optimus asked.

"I'm not hiding from Mama, just my attendants. Because sometime being a princess is no fun. I'm always being shuffled from place to place from lesson to lesson. The only other children my age are the princesses of the inner solar system and when they're here they spend all their time training to be Sailor Guardians. Mama tries to find time everyday to have fun, but a lot of the time she's to busy." Serenity explained

"Now I understand," Optimus said, "Our Bumblebee was one of the last sparklings born on our planet so the only playmates he has are my Autobots and myself. We try to make time for him but our responsibilities don't always permit it."

"I could come with you. I'd be happy to play with Bumblebee." she innocently offered.

Optimus couldn't help but smile at the charming young girl, "While I'm certain that you would make an excellent playmate for Bumblebee. I'm also certain that it would not be long before you were missed by you mother and your friends."

"Not long at all," Queen Selenity spoke up.

Both Optimus and Serenity looked down to see the moon queen with her hand on her hips and annoyed yet amused look on her face. "Young lady what am I going to do with you?"

"I just wanted to play," Serenity said sheepishly.

"Serenity, you know how I feel when you just run off like that. I know you are only a child and I'm sorry if I put too much responsibility on you from time to time. But running off just makes thing worse, it takes me longer to fulfill my obligations which just makes it harder to set aside real playtime with you." Optimus had gently picked up the princess and placed her in front of her mother.

"I'm sorry Mama," Serenity pawed the ground in of her.

Selenity picked up her daughter and held her for a moment, "We'll talk about it more later. Right now I have a counsel meeting so once you've apologized to Luna for running off you and the other girls may go play.

"Yeah!" Serenity jumped and ran back over to Optimus, "can Bumblebee come play with us?"

Optimus looked to the moon queen not certain.

Selenity smile gently, "I would be honored if you would stay. Bumblebee could get in some valuable playtime and I would appreciate it if you would attend the meeting and advise us on the best course of action."

"Very Well, Ironhide; I will go and signal the main ship and brief the others on our situation you will stay and watch over Bumblebee and the children.

All the girls cheered as they ran off, leading Bee into the gardens. Optimus radioed the ship then returned for the counsel meeting. Upon his return Optimus couldn't help smile when he saw Bumblebee playing with the girls. Bee was laughing and smiling as he chased the children around the gardens; and the children genuinely seemed to except Bumblebee as another welcomed playmate. Optimus knew it was the purest moment of childhood Bee had ever experienced.

Optimus addressed the Solar Counsel, through a heated discussion and persuasion of the moon queen the counsel agreed to an alliance with the Autobots. The earth kingdom agreed to allow the Autobots to set up a surveillance station on Earth.

As the meeting came to a close there was a large commotion coming from the gardens. Optimus could hear a small explosion followed by the girl screaming followed by Ironhide's angry roar. While everyone rushed to see what was happening a young boy came rushing out the garden and towards the king and queen of Earth with Ironhide thundering behind him.

"Come back here!" Ironhide bellowed.

"Endymion; what have you done?" the king scolded.

"It was just a joke," Endymion defended himself.

"Ironhide what is the meaning of this," Optimus asked sternly.

"The little vermin attempted to terminate me with an incendiary device." Ironhide accused.

"It was just a little fire cracker way to small to kill your big ugly iron butt, just enough to wake you up a little bit." Endymion said.

Then Optimus heard a chorus of laughter, he turned to see Bee carrying all five girls. Two girls on each shoulder and Serenity sitting on top of his helm.

"Bumblebee would you please explain the situation to me please," Optimus asked.

"Well I was playing with Sere and the other princesses; we were playing hide and seek with Hide watching over us. I guess Hide must have fallen into a light power down because the next thing I know I hear a loud POP POP POP behind the tree Hide was leaning on. Then the prince ran out from behind the tree and Ironhide was running after him." Bee explained

"Endymion!" the earth queen spoke sharply, "You are a prince of earth here on a diplomatic meeting; that is no way to behave."

"While the prince's action may have been ill advised we can not place sole responsibility on his shoulder," Optimus turned his gaze back to Ironhide, "Ironhide, such inattentiveness while watching over the children was very irresponsible."

"It won't happen again Optimus," Ironhide said as he continued to glare at the earth prince.

"Now that we have everything settled it is time for us to return to our ship." Optimus informed.

"AWWW!" all five girls whined in unison, while they all leaned in to hug Bee's helm.

"Can't you and Bee stay just a little bit longer," Serenity asked in her sweetest voice, big doe eyes, and a pouty little mouth.

Optimus knew she was trying to pull on his spark string, and he tried not to let it show that it was working. "Unfortunately we must rejoin our ship the others will be waiting for us."

Serenity let out a long defeated sigh, "Oh; alright."

"Fear not Small One, Bumblebee and I will be back as often as our mission allows." Optimus assured her.

An Autobot surveillance station was setup just outside Earth's golden kingdom of Elysion. Ironhide would remain stationed their while Optimus and the other returned to patrolling the galaxy.

At first they would be gone for a month or two at a time returning only long enough to meet with the counsel and to allow Bee a chance to play with his young friends.

"Your Majesty; the Autobots have arrived," one of the queen's attendants would announce. At that moment Princess Serenity would feel obligated to drop whatever she was doing to run out the courtyard and greet them.

As she ran through the gate Optimus's towering figure was the first things she saw. "OPTIMUS!" she would shout in excitement.

Optimus would kneel down to greet her, "Princess Serenity how wonderful it is to see you," he would placed his hand on the ground to allow her to crawl in.

"Did you bring Bee with you?" she asked.

"Oh, you mean you didn't run out here just to see me?" Optimus pretended to be hurt.

Serenity blush at the thought of hurting his feeling, but those feelings were interrupted by a tap on Optimus's elbow.

"Papa Bot?" Bee whined slightly anxious to go play.

Serenity looked at Optimus again and when she saw him smile her entire face light up, "Oh; Papa Bot I love you!" she hugged one of his servos tightly. "Can Bee and I go play now?"

Taken a bit by surprise Optimus felt a sudden surge in his spark, "Yes, of course you can." he said as he set her down.

As the children ran off to play Selenity entered the courtyard, "Optimus how wonderful it is to see you again."

"Your Majesty," he greeted her.

"Optimus please, you must not address me so formally. Selenity will be just fine." she insisted.

Optimus just smile at her, "As you wish Your Majesty."

But as time went by the moon became Optimus's sanctuary, here there was no war. Selenity was a wise and just ruler and her people were happy and peaceful. Here Bumblebee was allowed to recapture part of the childhood that had been stolen from early in his life. Serenity was not only Bee's most cherished friend but she was a ray of positive energy that chased away Optimus's darkest thoughts.

"Papa Bot!" Serenity cheered as she rushed to greet him.

Optimus carefully scooped her up and placed her on his shoulder, "Small One, how are you this day?"

Serenity hugged the side of his helm, "Really good, but you missed my coming of age, Mother says I'm old enough to start training with the Silver Crystal."

"I apologize for missing such an important occasion," Optimus said

"Yes she was quite disappointed that you and Bumblebee were unable to attend on her special day." Selenity said when she entered the courtyard.

"Selenity," Optimus smiled, he offered his hand and lifted her onto his other shoulder.

"Serenity!" Bee cheered!

"Bee!" Serenity cheered in return.

Optimus set Serenity down so she and Bee could run and play.

Once they were alone Selenity addressed Optimus, "I can sense your distress Optimus."

"War takes its toll on one's spark. Everywhere we go the Decepticons have us out numbered and out gunned." Optimus spoke tiredly.

"Is there news?" Selenity asked.

"We are being pushed on every front but so far we have managed to keep their attention focused away from the Silver Millennium." he said.

"What can we do aid you in your battle?" Selenity asked.

Optimus put his hand gently over her, "We can address those issues at the next counsel meeting. Right now just being here brings me great peace."

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"Sere?" Bee said.

"Yes Bee?" she answered.

"How come the other girls never play with us anymore?" he asked.

"Well, I think they're just busy, now that they're older their sailor training has gotten more intense, they also have responsibilities on their home planets," Serenity tried to explained.

"How come you don't have any training?" Bee asked again.

"I do have training be, now that I'm older Mother has been teaching me to use the Silver Crystal plus she's been having me sit in on some of her diplomatic meetings." she said.

"So how come you still have time to play?"

"Because you and Papa Bot are family and as far as I'm concerned that makes you my brother."

Bee felt a warm peace enter his spark. He had come to love the moon, Serenity and the other princesses were the first real friends he had ever known. However the girls seemed to growing up so much faster than he was. Serenity still took the time to play with him but sometimes it felt like even she was merely taking time out of her schedule like the rest of the adults instead of being the childhood playmate she had once been.

"Bumblebee!" Optimus called out. Bee and Serenity looked up to see him approaching. "It is time for us to go."

"AWW! They whined together.

"Must you go already Papa Bot?" Serenity almost cried, "You just got here."

"Forgive me Serenity but Ratchet just radioed. Something's come up and we must return to ship." Optimus said regretfully.

"Ratchet; that grumpy old bot," Serenity huffed, "he can be such a stick in the mud."

All at once Serenity found herself being scooped up and looking Optimus straight in the optics. "Rest assured young one if Ratchet found it necessary to radio then it must be important." he said with a slight sternness.

Serenity looked at him sheepishly, "I'm sorry; it's just that you just got here and I miss you when you're gone."

Optimus' voice softened, "You are greatly missed as well. However you are old enough to know that I must carry out my mission. The future of Cybertron and the Silver Millennium depends on it." Serenity hugged them both good bye and he and Bee returned to the ship.

"Ratchet?' Optimus called upon entering the ship.

"Optimus a Decepticon probe has entered the solar system; we intercepted it and destroyed it. We have no way of knowing what kind of information it transmitted or how much, but one thing is for sure the Decepticons know we're here and they'll want to know why." Ratchet briefed him.

Optimus thought for a moment, "Contact Ironhide on Earth, and send a encrypted message to any Autobots in the galaxy that might be able to aid us in our efforts. I must return to the moon and inform Selenity; she'll want to convene a meeting with the counsel and put the outer solar system on high alert."

"Optimus, I understand that keeping the energon out Decepticon hands is of great importance, but with all do respect I do believe that our presence here is what's drawing their attention more then the energon. I've noticed for quite some time that your visits to the moon have become more frequent and greater in length. With this increased threat would it not be advisable for you to remain on the ship so we may draw their attention elsewhere?" Ratchet asked.

"I can not deny your wisdom Ratchet, it's just that the Silver Millennium is such a beautiful and peaceful society that it reminds me of," Optimus trailed off.

"Of Cybertron's golden age," Ratchet finished. "I understand, I too have come to find solace here. The advances in science and medicine the mercurian people have made are among the best in the galaxy. That being said isn't that why it's more important than ever to make this society doesn't fall to Megtron's tyranny.

"Once again old friend you are correct." Optimus said sadly.

"I'm sorry Optimus I know how much the moon kingdom has come to mean to you, and how strong your friendship with the moon queen and the princess have become. My concern is that if Megatron were to ever discover your affections for them he would not hesitate to use them against you." Ratchet hated to say it, he could see for himself the glimmer of hope Optimus had in his optics when ever he returned from the moon. "You know no one wishes for your happiness more than I do; but right now is the time for caution. It's for their safety and ours."

Optimus stood in silence as the weight of Ratchet's words sank in, "I must go to the moon to make arrangements and say good bye."

"Papa Bot," Bee interrupted.

"What is it Bumblebee?" Optimus asked.

Papa bo- Optimus; I wish to remain on the moon and watch over Sere, and Selenity as guardian." Bee requested.

"Bumblebee!" Ratchet said in surprise, "Are you sure you're ready for such a responsibility?"

"Yes!" Bee insisted. "Optimus you know I can do this, you've trained me in weapons training and close quarters combat. I love Sere and Selenity and I promise I'll protect them with my life."

"I do not question your loyalty or your bravery Bumblebee, I simply question whether you and old enough or experienced enough for this kind of responsibility." Optimus also wasn't sure he was ready to let his Little Bot go quite so soon. During the last few years he and Bee had formed an unique family unit with the Lunarnian royals. If he allowed Bee to stay that last piece of that family would be taken from him and Bee's childhood would end forever. After thinking it over Optimus relented, "Very well Bumblebee, you may stay."

It was settled Optimus and Bumblebee made one last trip to the moon. It took a few days for all the arrangements to be made. A communications base was set up so secure transmissions could be made between the moon and the Autobot starship. Bumblebee was officially assigned as Autobot guardian for the royal family, with instructions to check in directly to Optimus every few days.

Finally it was time for Optimus to rejoin the Autobots.

"Safe journey Optimus, " Selenity smiled sadly.

"Selenity if there is any you need please don't hesitate to ask, I'll be here before you know it."

Optimus then looked to Bumblebee, "Take great care young warrior."

"Yes sir," Bee promised, "I won't let you down."

"You never could Little Bot," Optimus said.

"Optimus," Bee said embarrassed about his sparkling nickname.

Optimus then went to say good bye to Serenity. She was standing a small distance away from the others refusing to even look in Optimus's general direction.

"Serenity," he addressed her softly as he approached.

"I don't want you to leave Papa Bot." She said quietly.

"Serenity I promise this is only temporary. You know if I knew any other way to keep you safe I would do it. For now this is the best course of action as far as everyone's safety is concerned." Serenity still refused to look at him, "You'll still have Bumblebee here with you."

Serenity laughed sarcastically, "Yeah as a guardian; as if Luna, Artemis, and eight sailors watching my every move wasn't enough."

"Would you rather Bumblebee come with me?" Optimus asked.

"No I don't want Bee to go!" She shouted at him in a tone she had never used on him before. Optimus reached out gently gathered her in to his hands. Finally she looked at him with tear stains running down her cheeks. "I want you both to stay." she leaned over hugged one of his servos fiercely. Optimus felt the warm wetness as she washed his servo in an onslaught of fresh tears.

"I promise I'll be back as soon as I am able, until then you can talk to me anytime you want through the communication system your mother and I set up." he held her close to his spark, "Be strong my Small One and know that no matter where I go my spark will always be here."

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"Lord Megatron," Starscream approached.

"What is it Starscream?"

"Status report my lord," he said. "One of our probes entered and new quadrant in the galaxy and was destroyed shortly after by an Autobot starship. Upon further investigation Soundwave has discovered a planet brimming with energon. However this planet was not the only thing of interest he discovered.

Megatron watched the surveillance data on the monitor, There on the screen was his sworn enemy; Optimus was interacting with two small organic life forms.

"It would appear that these insignificant creatures and the only line of defense this solar system has other than the Autobots." Starscream commented.

Megatron continued to watch with interest; he didn't have to watch long to see that Optimus cared for these creatures. "Soundwave continue monitoring the situation I must know more about there flesh covered creatures and just how deep Optimus's affections for them go."

Soundwave watched and learned it seemed that Optimus did indeed cherish these beings a great deal. So much so that he concocted an elaborate rouge to keep his relationship with them a secret. Even his pet sparkling seemed devoted to protecting them. Once Optimus left in order the lure the Decepticons away Megatron ordered more scrutinized surveillance. The planet called Earth did indeed have a rich supply of energon and the entire solar system was home to a peace loving society. Even though these creature looked small and fragile they did seem to have power that could not be ignored.. If Megatron was going to claim the earth for himself the society would have to be destroyed and if happened to cause Optimus great pain well that was just bonus.

Megatron waited patiently waiting for the exact moment to strike. Finally it seemed like the time was close at hand when the moon princess started taking several trips to earth without the queens knowledge. The princess had given her affections to the prince of Earth and there were many on Earth who disapproved of such a union. One in particular was a red headed female named Lady Beryl who seemed to have her own affections for the prince.

"Starscream!" Megatron commanded, "Set spacebridge coordinates for Earth; you will approach this female and see if you can help fan the flames of contempt into a rebellious inferno.

Starscream set course for Earth waited for the right moment when the woman was alone. She was hiding amongst the trees peering into the royal gardens watching the prince and the princess. When the royals wondered off he made his approach.

"Disgusting isn't it? Scream said.

Startled the woman spun around, "Who are you!" Beryl asked.

"Just someone interested in helping you realize your greatest desire." he said.

"What do you know about my desires?" she asked again.

"I know you spend countless time longing for your beloved prince but he only seems interested in that retched moon child." Starscream tried to get her attention.

"I am a member of the royal court; what the prince does in his own time is none of any ones affair but his." Beryl insisted.

"Do you really believe that, isn't it unseemly for a prince of earth to be spending all his time with a child of the moon." Starscream kept jabbing away at her hitting all the right spots.

"It's that princess's fault she uses her youth, beauty and power to lure him away from his responsibilities here on Earth." Beryl said bitterly.

"Surely there must be a way of tipping the scales of power in your favor? After all the people of Earth should never associate themselves with Lunarnians. If you unite the people of Earth behind you and rise up against the moon the moon princess will have no choice but to return home leaving you with your beloved all to yourself."

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"Optimus I wish you were here," Selenity said through the open comm channel, "Serenity keeps running off, and with this rebellious uprising on Earth now is the worst time for a disappearing act."

"Selenity; Serenity is a good girl, but she spends all day surrounded by attendants and guardians she might just be looking for a little privacy." he tried to reassure her.

"Ever since you left she's been so secretive; she listens to you, respects you." you could here the stress in her voice.

"Selenity; I promise I'll be on my way as soon as I can." he said.

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"Sere one of these times we're going to get caught and Selenity is going to hit the roof." Bee tried to reason with her.

"Relax Bee; we haven't been gone that long." Serenity reassured him.

"That's not the point," Bee said. "I'm suppose to be your guardian."

"Bee I spend my entire life surrounded by guardians. My time with Endymion is my only chance to get away from all that." she said.

"Yeah I know, and I really like Endy he's really good to you but," Bee trailed off, "If Optimus ever finds out about all this we're going to be in a lot trouble."

When it looked like they were in the clear Serenity made a mad dash up the palace steps.

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"You're army grows stronger everyday," Starscream complimented Beryl.

"A crowd of angry peasants is no match for the power of the Silver Crystal.' Beryl said "If we are to put forth any type of real challenge against the Silver Millennium then we need real power." Beryl walked towards an ancient caver. The people of Earth were forbidden from entering this place but if she was really going to purge the earth of the moon's influence then desperate measures had to be made.

Starscream kept his distance as Beryl approached the sealed gate. When Beryl broke the seal a powerful energy burst forth and consumed Beryl completely. The sky turned black and Starscream could hear Beryl's maniacal laughter. "All Hail Metalia!"

"Lord Megatron; the time is at hand." he signaled the surveillance drone.

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"Optimus I'm receiving a signal from an Autobot homing beacon. Do investigate or do we stay on our current course towards the moon?" Ratchet asked.

Optimus paused to think, he promised Selenity he would come as soon as possible but he couldn't ignore an Autobot SOS. "An Autobot may be in distress change course and prepare sick bay."

They followed the signal to a remote section of the galaxy, where they approached a barren asteroid.

"Optimus we are coming up on the homing beacon." Ratchet said.

"Ratchet prepare for landing; Bulkhead come with me." he instructed.

Before Ratchet could make his final approach they were hit from behind. "Optimus we're under attack!" Ratchet shouted.

"It seems we've been lured into a trap," Optimus said, "Autobots! Take evasive action!

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"Remember ," Megatron ordered, "Keep them busy but don't destroy them."

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"NO! I won't let you go this time," Bumblebee said firmly, "Earth is in the middle of a violent rebellion, it's chaos down there with strong sentiments against the moon."

"Bee please!" Serenity pleaded, "I just have to know if he's alright."

"Even if I wanted to I couldn't let you go," Bee insisted. "Everyone is on high alert and Selenity has restricted all traffic going to and from the palace. Anyone one attempting to bypass security is to be taken into custody."

Suddenly there was a rustling in the shrubbery in the corner of the garden. Bee quickly drew his weapon and took aim.

"Easy Bee, it's just me," Endymion said as he stepped out.

"Endymion!" Serenity cried as she ran into his arms.

"Endy; you shouldn't be here now," Bee said as he retracted his weapon, "It's too dangerous, the guards are suspicious of everyone from Earth."

"Most of the earth's people have been brainwashed by Beryl and an evil spirit named Metalia. They've already over taken Elysion and now they plan on attacking the moon." Endymion spoke grimly.

"Where are the king and queen, and Ironhide?" Bee asked.

"Mother and Father vowed to stay and defend Elysion, and Hide was the one who got me out. I have no way of knowing if they're alive or dead. All I do know is that they plan on bringing the fight to the moon next and I intend to stand by Serenity's side when they do." then he kissed Serenity as tears trailed down her cheeks.

Before Bumblebee could escort Endymion and Serenity inside to see the queen the ground began to shake. The palace walls began to tremble and an alarm began to sound. Bee looked towards the earth and there you could see and dark cloud rising out of it and rapidly approaching the moon. "Endy! Take Sere inside NOW!" Bee ordered. But before anyone could move a rocket fired by Starscream hit Bee head on sending him sailing into a stone wall.

"BUMBLEBEE!" Serenity cried. She tried to run to him but Endymion held her tight. Bee's optics flickered for a few moments then went dark.

Starscream took a moment to admire his handy work then called for a space bridge from Soundwave.

"Princess Serenity at last we meet," came a new voice.

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Team Prime continued to be bounced around sky like a pinball. They were completely at the mercy of the Decepticons. Optimus couldn't help but wonder why they didn't just finish the job. Instead they seemed to be toying with them. Before he could complete these thoughts the con retreated leaving the Autobots in an eerie silence.

"That doesn't make any sense why would they lure us all the way out here with a counterfeit beacon just to let us go?" Ratchet asked.

They wanted to distract us from something," Optimus said thoughtfully. Then it hit him with a sinking feeling in his spark. "Ratchet, set course for the moon now!"

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"At last we meet," Serenity and Endymion looked up and saw Beryl hovering over them. "And you Prince Endymion how dare a prince of earth bond himself to a Lunarnian. Come, join me and we will rule the earth and moon together."

"Your nothing but a treasonous witch Beryl, bitter and ugly and I will not allow you to harm the princess." Endymion spat at her.

Angry and jealous Beryl ragged against them, "How dare you; you can die together then." Using the power given to her by Metalia she attacked them killing them both in a single blow.

Queen Selenity ran out just in time to she her daughter killed in front of her, "SERENITY!" she cried. Consumed by her grief Selenity crumbled to the ground. Seeing no other course of action Selenity attached the Silver Crystal to the moon stick. She held the stick above her head and released the full power of the crystal. "MOON HEALING ESCALATION!"

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When Optimus and Ratchet exited the ship they were over whelmed by the devastation. What was once beautiful lush kingdom was now a darkened wasteland.

"No," Optimus whispered, then looked to Ratchet, "Bumblebee?"

Ratchet looked at his scanner, "He's still functioning but we need to find him quickly."

They followed the signal until they found Bee buried underneath a pile of ruble. They uncovered him and Ratchet did a full scan, "WE need to evac his immediately."

They picked him up and ran him back to the ship. Once they got there Ratchet told Optimus that he would take Bee the rest of way and that Optimus should check to see if there were any more survivors.

Optimus looked sadly at his beautiful sanctuary. As he walked through the ruins he didn't see how anyone could survive this. Just as he was about to give up hope he heard someone call out his name.

"Optimus!" he turned to see Luna and Artemis in the distance. He rushed over and saw Selenity laying on a stone pillar that had fallen over.

"She's been waiting for," Luna said with tears in her eyes, "but she can't hang on much longer."

Optimus knelt down by Selenity and gently stroked her hair. "Selenity, I'm so sorry that I wasn't here for you."

"Optimus it wasn't your fault, we were attacked by an evil being called Metalia. She turned the earths forces against us. I was able to seal her away with the Silver Crystal but not before she killed Serenity, Prince Endymion, and the Sailor Guardians.

Optimus felt his spark despair he had come to love Serenity dearly. She brought joy to his life with a sweet innocence not easily found in the universe.

"I need the three of you to listen carefully. With the power of the Silver Crystal I am sending Serenity and the others to a new future and a new life on earth. It's a second chance for them to live peaceful and happy lives."

"Luna, Artemis, if Beryl and Metalia ever reawaken you will need to activate the Sailor Guardian once again. I will send everything you need; make sure to take the moon stick and the crystal and place it directly into the hands of Princess Serenity. Be warned should the silver crystal ever fall into the wrong hands it could become a devastating weapon."

Selenity turned to Optimus, "Optimus it is my deepest desire that in Serenity's new life she continue to receive the loving guidance you so freely gave her here on the moon. So I'm sending her to you. Love her unconditionally, teach her right from wrong and show her what it means to be a true leader." Selenity took a few labored breaths.

"Queen Selenity," Artemis said, "Luna and I are honored to carry out your wishes."

Optimus gently scooped her up into his hands, "Selenity I; don't know what to say."

"Just promise me you'll take care of her. I hope the promise of seeing her again will be a light for your darkest days." she said.

Optimus promised and with that Selenity released the silver crystal. It drifted towards the earth carrying the souls of the moon kingdom with it. Luna and Artemis were put into deep hibernation awaiting the day they would serve their princess again.

Optimus continued to hold Selenity as her body began to fade away. "Optimus one more thing you must know. When Serenity is reborn she will retain no memories from this life. Please do not tell her until absolutely necessary, I want her life to be happy free from the burden those memories would bring. I've come to care for you a great deal, and I truly hope to see you again.

"You have become very dear to me as well. I vow to do everything in my power to care for your daughter." Optimus assured her.

Finally Selenity felt her soul was at peace and allowed herself to fade away.

When Optimus returned to the ship Ratchet was waiting for him. "Bumblebee?" he asked. He wasn't sure he could handle losing Bee as well.

"He's stable for now but he will need surgery. He took a large amount of shrapnel to his voice box, it may never be fully functional again."

"Is there any word from Ironhide?" Optimus asked.

"By all counts Elysion has been completely destroyed, the king and queen have perished and there is no sign of Ironhide any where." Ratchet said.

Again Optimus sighed in despair, Ironhide had been a loyal and trusted friend, "If it's alright I would like to sit with Bumblebee."

"Optimus," Ratchet stopped him, "Queen Selenity and the princess?"

Optimus simply shook his head sadly and continued walking.

"I'm so sorry." Ratchet said.

Optimus sat with Bee the entire time he was in stasis anxiously awaiting yet dreading the moment Bee awakened. Optimus sat next to his berth affectionately stroking his helm when Bee's optics finally powered on. When Bumblebee finally focused on Optimus he attempted to speak but all he was able to do was make a few clicking sounds.

"Bumblebee you mustn't try to speak you were severely damaged and need your rest." Optimus petted his helm as he looked into his optics. Optimus saw the questions Bee wanted to ask but he hated the answers he had for him. "Bumblebee I'm afraid that I have terrible news. The moon kingdom has been completely destroyed and we've lost Selenity and Serenity.

Bee felt his spark stop for a moment as everything froze in time. When the guilt and the grief came crashing down him, despite Optimus's instructions for quiet the entire ship was filled with Bee's mournful cries while Optimus held him in a vain attempt to comfort him.

Oh dear Lord I cried writing that last part and I hope you'll forgive me for jerking your tears. I promise the next chapter will be a lot happier.

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