[ Antlers nods. Then his face purses in concern. ]

You didn't know? Oh, no forgive me. Of course you couldn't know, you've just arrived. [ He puts a hand up to his own face and that tittering look side to side like he's seeking to see if the room is empty. ]

I shouldn't... Rodimus, I have no reason to trust you. You're right you're your own person and not a hero from our home.. but...

The Optimus from our home... he stole Hot Shot. [ The liar says. With saddened optics and calculated fear. ]