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"Just got better?" she asked, and then smiled softly. Had he been looking towards their drive? She had, too, so his words pleased her. "Aye, I've been looking forward to this. ..Some events are going on that have me worried, and.."

No, this could wait. Saber wanted this to start off well.

The knight walked over to the car, the passenger door, and then looked into one of the windows.

"Ah.. May I?" she asked, referring to open his door to allow herself in.

"Yes, quite a lot." It took Blurr a day and half to realize that she asked him out and the other half of the day to assimilate that he, in fact, had a date. It was a nice feeling, quite strange. The last time he had a date, a proper one was...well, never. He wasn't sure what to do but she seemed happy and that helped him to relax.

Certain things had been bothering him as well, mostly Megatronus, Frenzy, all the disappearances and the new additions to the Police force. But it was better not to talk about that now.

"Ohyesofcourse." He opened the door immediately, but not too fast so it could scare her or hit her. "Madam."

Oh, what interesting doors! They weren't like some gullwings she was aware of. Getting into the passenger side, Saber looked around curiously. It was odd for her to be on the passenger side, but she was being polite and wouldn't question it.

Blurr's calling her madam made her smile again.

"Yes, thank you."

..So now that she was in the car, well.. rather, Blurr, how did she close the door? Or perhaps, she should wait for him to close it for her. Drift had done that.

This riding in a vehicle that was actually a living being was.. it was hard to get used to. Saber was unsure she'd ever fully adapt to the idea. Of course, the knight made sure to do up her seatbelt.

Blurr was really proud of his alt mode. Even among sports cars, he had a very different design. All of it screamed speed and Blurr liked it that way. He couldn't hide the spike of his head when he was in his alternate mode, though, and it was a really sensitive part of his anatomy. But as far as problems go, that was the only one he had.

It was normal for those Cybertronians who took passengers to never have them sit on the driver's seat, since they wouldn't be driving at all. Blurr appreciated how she asked to sit on the passenger's seat without him having to tell her. He closed the door a few second later, noticing her hesitation.

"Perhaps this will help...think about me as riding a horse. A living creature, but also a way of transportation. Of course, if you wanted to sit on my roof _{instead of inside} I won't complain." There was a distinctive teasing tone in his voice. As long as you didn't touch the spike there, please." He added, just in case.

"I will keep that in mind, but I don't think that riding on your roof is appropriate for today. After all, we should be relaxing, right?"

Driving for Saber was relaxing, so she was assuming it was for Blurr, too. How could one not enjoy driving?

"..Did you want to talk about anything regarding your work?"

The knight cut right to the chase. Perhaps he had something on his mind he wanted to talk about first. Although not much for small talk, Saber could easily be concerned with going ons in the police force since she was also a part of it. And Blurr rarely complained or mentioned anything unless it was of major importance.

Looking out the side of the car, she waited for him to take off. The idea of simply just seeing the Haven for what it was was a comforting thought.

" I was joking..." He had to get better at that, really. "Andyesyesrelaxing. I will move now, I have a little surprise for ou." Turning on the engine, Blurr started to move. He kept a fast but stable speed as they left the Heaven, not wanting to disturb other mechs or aorganics that might cross paths with them.

"Aong other things...I would lie if I said that I am not concerned about the recent conflict with Megatronus and our Police Force group. It looks like our views on what's Justice is far different from what he considers fair _{and it scares me that this could} lead to a violent conflict."

If someone could understand his frustration, Blurr thought, that would be Saber. She had a deep, clear concept of Justice and what was wright or wrong. "Bad communication and abuse of power is what started the Great War in my world."

The car took a turn to the left, heading to some distant mountains. The sun was starting to set but they still had a few hours before it was too dark.

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"..Oh. Riding on your roof would be ideal in a battle situation.."

It's not that Blurr did a poor job of telling his joke, just that Saber wasn't the most joking type and.. had quite strange views on things at times.

"..Yes, the Megatronus Prime incident," the knight started, looking down at the folded and gauntleted hands in her lap as she spoke, "left me quite confused. I believe that ultimately when law is decided and held, none should be above it. I also do not understand why they approved of our law committee and police force if we are not to use it as it should be used. That causes loopholes and double standards.."

If they wanted to input a step where someone's Firstforged could intervene first, then it would have to be for all of them.. not just Megatronus. But why have the police force, in the first place?

"Police are something of a new idea to me. I understand that police do and why they exist, but it is not exactly similar to the ruling systems I am used to from my times. It also doesn't help that I am still learning about Cybertronians. I didn't say much in worry that I was too ignorant to truly understand the situation."

He thought about that. The mental image was...interesting. "If you are sure you won't fall down and get HURT. Remember that I can drive faster than a jet." And air resistance becomes a huge problem when you are going so fast.

"Megatronus doesn't seems to be the follow the law type, his way to solve a conflict it to punch it on the face until it stops moving. I AM AFRAID it's his nature to be like that. I thought about bringing the issue to the rest of the FirstForged but..."

He trailed off, unsure. Megatronus was their brother, if they had to pick between a group of strangers and him Blurr was sure nothing will end well for the refugees here.

"Could you tell me more about your ruling system? I am interested."

"..I was king. My word was law. And those who carried my will were also the law. There were other influences.." Saber trailed off gently, as she mainly thought of the church and other noble families, "but I was ultimately the king."

Absolute monarchy. Arturia Pendragon had ruled in such a position for ten years, with her knights and others advising her.

"Of course, there is the high chance of corruption in a monarchy. I never allowed that to happen. Others sometimes did act outside of my wishes. They were dealt with."

The knight pauses for another few moments before speaking again.

"During my reign, there were few major concerns with the state of the country when it came to the king and the law. We were in constant battles, and the main concern was food, shelter, and the threat of constant attacks."

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"Cybetronians had never thought about that sort of order, not in a way that didn't end in totalitarianism. Megatron wanted to be the supreme ruler, but he never called himself King. He corrupted the idea of a fair system and justice too, killing millions to accomplish his will. But your way..."

Blurr sped up a bit more as he thought about what he wanted to say, the Haven was already hard to spot in the distance. "It seems like you need a special sort of people to be King. I think that's what Optimus Prime seems to be for some of my people_{. In mine, we had the Autobot High Council that's ultimately} leaded by Ultra Magnus. It's sad to see how wars are such a common thing among all universes."

How did they end talking about such distressing subject? Blurr shouldn't have asked her, 30 minutes and he was already ruining their date. "T-that's why we should take advantage of peaceful moments like this one, right?!

"It does take a certain type of person to rule. Even if that person is the law, is his people are unhappy with him.. then they will revolt and he will no longer be king."

Saber didn't find discussing politics to be depressing. But if the conversation became anymore personal about her particular rule, she may become disheartened.

"..Truth be told, it's hard to not speak of something distressing at the moment. Vandal and Wing are missing, and .. Sissel has been gone for quite some time. I am glad that I had the work on the storehouse to keep me busy.."

"Youareright. Soundwave disappeared too and^{Whirl's nowhere}to be found. I used to teach Sissel how to read, he was a really nice ghost."

He knew it was hard for her, she had mentioned that before and that was why Blurr tried to change the subject. Talking about missing friend was something that worried him as well.

"How is it going? There's still so much to do. IF you need any sort of help you know you'll always have me around to give you a hand."

He meant that almost in a literal way. Blurr was one of those few who wanted to stay in this Cybertron. Not because he didn't miss his homeworld, but because there was nothing there for him.

To empathize his words, he let his engine rumble and the car seat vibrated. He knew that some humans enjoyed the vibrations, or found them funny, and Blurr wanted to make Saber smile a bit.

"I haven't been successful in my search for someone to handle security yet-"

As she felt the vibrations of the seat beneath her, she went quiet and her eyes went wide. Oh?

"Oh, I see," she hummed softly, realizing he was attempting to lighten up the mood. "I apologize for being a downer. How are you enjoying working in the police force, but no longer being in charge?"

This was a more positive conversation, or so she thought. At least, Blurr wouldn't be so stressed anymore.

"You could ask someone in the Brave Police team? They are used to both robotic organisms and organics, since they're from Earth."

So, she didn't mind those? Good, Blurr was worried that it would irritate her instead of amuse her. "Oh no no NO no no you are not. Do not worry Saber."

It took Blurr a moment to reply the question, he was thinking it over.

"I miss it, sometimes. Mostly when I want to take care of some trouble but I find myself limited. _{At the same time} now I feel much more comfortable in my new position. In my world Magnus was the one in charge and he made us all feel safe. He was stoic too but a fair leader."

"The Brave Police," she repeated gently, and then nodded her head. Another recommendation to keep in mind..

"I'm glad you like your new position. You seem happier."

Saber hadn't known Blurr long, but she had known him somewhat when he lead the Police Force. And compared to then, he seemed much more spirited now.

Looking out the side window, Saber began to wonder where they were going. They were quite far from the Haven. The knight had been told about the Badlands by Wing, and had also seen it when answering Megatronus' call for help.

The reminder of Wing made her grimace a bit awkwardly as she hung her head for a moment, but then it disappeared.

"They are good bots." Even if Blurr was in conflict with a few of them when they first met. Gunmax and Power Joe mostly, but they managed to reach a friendly territory. McCrane being the one person they all liked and respected equally helped a lot.

"The first months in this new planet were a bit hard to deal with, specially with all the_{pain and death}Prism and Overlord caused." Blurr still held himself responsible for most of those event, feeling he could have done more to protect people. "But know I'm learning to enjoy myself more and also enjoy the little things...like going out for a ride with a good friend."

They were getting closer and closer to a giant mountain, but Blurr knew exactly how far they were from the Haven, how much time it will take them to get back. It was an ability that he gained one day, suddenly, not much after his glyph became brighter.

"Only 3 minutes and 45 seconds more and we will be there, I promise."

Ah, yes, McCrane. Saber knew him somewhat.

The knight remained quiet as Blurr spoke of Prism and Overlord. She had heard Overlord several times, and was wondering if she should be glad she was not here for the events that went on when he was on Cybertron.

"I'm glad; you deserve to enjoy even if just the small things for the work you do."

3 minutes and 45 seconds? Saber didn't mind terribly. Just.. riding while being able to relax was pleasant.

Blurr trusted him a lot, and cared deeply for the younger bot. McCrane had a good heart and a great sense of justice and what was fair. He was also less sure of himself as people thought and Blurr worried about him.

"Thanks, Saber." The car engine rumbled again, as if to show he would be smiling if he were in his robot mode. Blurr slowed down eventually until he stopped by a rocky terrain, right in front of the mountain, and opened the passenger's door.

"We are almost there but we still have to walk for a bit. Not for too long I PROMISE."

"That's quite alright."

Undoing her seat-belt, the knight lifted herself out of the vehicle and stepped away somewhat to give Blurr room for when he transformed back. A quick turn of her hips caused her dress to sway around her, straightening it out in the process.

"I've always been one to enjoy a walk."

He appreciates the room because Blurr intermediately changes

"Ahhh it feels good to transform. " He hoped Saber didn't mind him stretching for a second, hands going to his shins as he leaned down. He needed his joins loose.

Blur got an interesting view of Saber's dress from that position."I'm actually a fan of _anything that involves movement". He replied, looking at her between his legs before straightening up. "We need to go that way, to the left, until we find the entrance of a cave."

"A.. cave?" Saber asked, that not being quite what she expected. Looking up to Blurr as he stood, Saber gave him a curious look and then lowered her head again as she began to walk towards the direction he recommended.

She wasn't disappointed, not by far, as the knight was easily made curious by such things. Maybe Blurr was just the type of person to appreciate caves?

"A cave, yes." He did expect disappointment or some complain but he revealed no more. Instead, Blurr just waked behind her until they found the entrance.

It wasn't just a simple cave. It was a yet to be exploit energon mine and it was filled with blue and pink-ish crystals; and shiny minerals that covered the walls and part of the ceiling. That couldn't be seen immediately, on entering they had to walk down a dark corridor leading to a gallery, huge even for Cybertronian's standards.

At the far end of the gallery, sunlight could be seen coming from a wide hole in the rock. The light was refracted on the crystals, spreading colors everywhere and making the place shine.

Saber remained quiet while they walked down the large corridor. For some reason, the cave seemed important. She kept her 'complaints' for now.

And the knight would be glad she did. When they came to the stream and she was able to finally notice the light coming from around the bend, Saber paused. And then she could see down the other direction and see the wide, open room. This was obviously made from the rock by someone, and Saber couldn't help but be curious.

"Do you know.. what this is?" she asked, beginning to tread across the stream carefully as she lifted her dress to do so. The water wasn't moving quickly, but it made a pleasant sound against her armored boots.

The natural lighting and the rock formations were quite breath-taking.

[ooc. sorry for the slow replies. i got my wisdom teeth removed and I'm not feeling so well.]

Blurr fidgeted being her as he followed Saber. He hopes that the girl would like the patters the light created on the cave's walls and didn't find it boring instead.

"It's a mine, probably one of the many that are scattered all around the planet. _{I found it} while I was looking for possible organic food. Butheresmortosee."

"I see. It's quite fascinating," the knight admitted. The lighting was spectacular. She hadn't seen anything quite like this.

When they were across the water and further in, Saber hung back a few moments to allow Blurr to take the lead.

"Please, lead the way, then."

Saber simply hoped he'd walk a bit slower not only for her smaller stature, but also so she could look around.

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thank you for that pic. i really like having references for everything visually.

So do it.~ I thought it could help :D Plus, he got a niiiice interior

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i'm assuming for now what they can see is the second pic. not the first yet?

Yes, that's right. I just wanted to explain it so you knew what to expect :3

totally a-okay. i know you haven't been well.