Is this guy actually for real? Starscream has to make an organized effort to keep his face impassive while Rodimus dishes out his incredibly meager offering of intel.

Knock Out's sarcasm is actually, for once, appreciated, but Starscream has an image to uphold so he doesn't really react much beyond a quick snort while he keeps his narrowed eyes glued on Rodimus. "It's a start."

He crosses his arms, proceeding to tap the claws on one hand idly while he considers a decision for a moment longer. "Very well. We'll give you a shot, Rodimus. Under a trial basis, of course." The arms uncross, one hand coming up to point at Knock Out. "Make a note, Knock Out: He can stay, but until I give the word he isn't allowed a single moment alone on this ship." The stares back down at Rodimus again, pausing. "He'll have to prove his loyalty beyond a shadow of a doubt, first."

He then looks back at Knock Out once more, granting him a knowing smirk. "Go ahead then, Doctor. I leave him in your charge for now. Get him set up with a brand. And you may as well give him a thorough physical, while you're at it already."