[His eyes sadden at seeing the soldier so downtrodden. Of course this would impact Sideswipe, he knew it more than anyone on this planet. It's why he kept it for so long. And in a way, he wished it'd stayed like that.


But he knew that Sideswipe had to know. Lying to him wouldn't solve anything, and if someone else told him...Mirage didn't think he could bear to face the silver bot if that happened. His fingers go to Sideswipe's face, gently stroking his cheek as he stands there, his other arm snaking around his waist for support.]

Ironhide. He was betrayed be Sentinel in front of our very eyes.



But he went down a hero, a soldier.

Mi dispiace, [He takes a moment to collect himself.] For lying. I didn't mean...


I just wanted to see you happy for as long as I could.