Soft whimpers could be heard from his quarters. It’s why he chose the furthest one. The only way anyone could hear him is if they went searching for him. they hate you The voices tell him. Ever since the accident he’s never been the same. Never told Optimus, Ratchet or even Inferno that sometimes he hears voices, and they tell him things. They tell him he’s worthless, unwanted, scrap, and that he’s crazy. He can’t tell any bot he hears voices in his processor. They’ll wreak him for sure! …but he’s so scared and alone. He fights with his mind as he craves both comfort and isolation. A knock at his door brings momentary silence