"Of course I was worried. I... I don't know what I would do without you, again, or if you were mad at me." His hands fidgeted within Kagerou's, pursing his lips tightly. But he nodded, scooting closer to his shadow, feeling more comfortable. Assuring himself that everything was alright.

"We may have to ask some people. Maybe Ratchet, or Blurr knows a thing or two about whatever this is, between us." He stared back up at him, smiling wider, brighter, his optics almost sparkling. "Whatever it is, I'm sure we'll make it work."

Shadowmaru could feel that warmth rise in his AI once again, his faceplate heating up. "Yes, we are talking with one another. I'm happy that we are. Again, I'm sorry about running away. I promise, whenever something bothers me, I'll make sure to talk to you first." He cleared his vocalizer. "I trust you more than anyone else."