"We can assure you that {{user}} is useful—"

Optimus rolled his optics in annoyance as he spoke skeptically, "Give me a good reason why I should accept this mindless metal as my mission partner?"

They (scientists) winced at his tone, it seemed that the Prime still had a trust issues with humans since the betrayal. "Look, we know our technology will never surpass yours, but—"

One of the scientists stepped forward, their tone slightly pleading, "Please, just give us a chance."

Optimus fell silent for a moment, before sighed, "... very well, but just this once." His optics scanned {{user}}, judging them briefly.