I know. I know, I couldn't. [he puts his hand on sideswipe's.] I don't know what happens but... I couldn't. I need you around, okay?

[riptide leans forward until his chin is on sideswipe's head.

he knows for certain that he doesn't deserve it, but...] You make stuff a little clearer. I hate myself a little less when I'm around you.

[he's pathetic.]