"Wheeljack, hold still," he orders him sternly at the first dodge.

No, he's totally fine, okay.

"I hadn't been concerned with the idea of the ship immediately. It wasn't a bad idea, but I didn't think deeply on it right off. ...I think it should become your focus."

If, perhaps, they could leave, then this wouldn't have happened. He doesn't know, but it's a good idea to work with.

Not that he's going to state it again for Wheeljack.

"Relax. I won't give it too much attention."