There was something about that statement, about the idea that he was important to Optimus in some way that had Smokescreen relaxing a bit, an almost...humble sort of look appearing briefly. If this was what Optimus wanted, so be it.

"Of course...thank you, sir," he said with a slight nod, optics settling on the other again as Magnus moved to stand. Smokescreen was quiet for another moment, debating on whether or not he did need anything but..

Right now there wasn't much anyone could do was there?

"No, I'll be alright. Just needed to clear my head, you know?"