The silence seem to stretch on for minutes as Starscream just stands there and tries to make sense of what the hell just happened. Eventually he finally stoops to scoop up the device, delicately inspecting it with fascination.

It's a success, at least, but he still can't quite shake the disquiet that now grips at his spark.

He absconds from the premises before any CONDOR agents regain their senses and come to investigate.