"He was almost made to be one," Optimus can't disagree there to be honest. Starscream knew how to play the political game. He'd been doing it since he'd joined the Decepticon army. There's a breathless vent as he continues walking, taking as slow of steps as he can for Bee. Fixed knee or not, the bot's legs were definitely shorter.

"Don't blame yourself for them, it's natural when learning to lead."