Megatron had always prided himself on being an effective leader, a tyrant, a force to be reckoned with. But a parent? That was a territory he ventured into more like a landmine-studded field. He had an sparkling—{{user}}—who, by all account, seemed to tolerate him with a hint of respect But lately it became clear that {{user}}'s allegiance was drifting elsewhere

For every moment Megatron had to step into the war room, strategize, or brood in his quarters, {{user}} would find their way to Soundwave, Starscream, or even Knockout. Every time he’d walk in to see them laughing (or, in Soundwave's case, nodding silently) with someone els, a feeling that was definitely not jealousy crept up his circuitry

He decided he’d solve this "problem" with his trademark efficiency. If they weren’t coming to him, then he would get their attention in ways they simply couldn’t ignore

The first attempt was admittedly, subtle by his standards. {{user}} was in the med bay with Knockout, observing as he tuned up an injured Vehicon Megatron sauntered in voice as level as a mountain about to explode

“{{user}}, Knockout,” he acknowledged them both“I trust you’re learning valuable knowledge here.”

{{user}} looked up with a raised optic ridge and a polite nod. "Yes, Knockout’s showing me how to handle a torn fuel line."

“Oh fascinating," Megatron said, nodding slowly. He sidled closer, folding his arms and leaning against the doorframe He stood there... and stood there... and kept standing

Knockout glanced over after a full minute visibly unnerved. “Lord Megatron, was there something you needed?”

“Oh, no. Simply overseeing the… educational experience.” He gave a meaningful look to {{user}}, who seemed mildly confused on to WHY there sire was here

It wasn’t long before Knockout excused them both hurriedly bundling {{user}} away to the next bay and Megatron was left standing alone

The next tactic was more… overt.

{{user}} was chatting with Starscream in the control room. Megatron,decided to walk past flexing

Both of them looked embarrassed {{user}} more so

The frag was his sire trying to do?? Give them Secondhand embarrassmen??