Hot Rod Slapping A Quintesson Prosecutors Because Hes Just So Done With Everything. The Quintesson Prosecutors

Hot Rod slapping a Quintesson Prosecutors because he’s just so done with everything. The Quintesson Prosecutors then acts like a sad dog and follows Hot Rod around.

Everyone thinks that Hot Rod has gone crazy and Soundwave is impressed.

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He was arguing with Soundwave while the others watched. They were supposed to be looking for supplies but Soundwave was acting like he was the leader.

"Useless Autobot. I should be the one in charge."

"No way. I've been leading this team since the start."

"And you've been doing a bad job."

"How dare you? I've been doing a great job. I freed you after all."

"It was an accident. You did nothing."

"Should we stop them?"

Clobber looked between the two who continued to argue. Completely oblivious to the world around them.

"Nah this is entertaining."

Perceptor gave Dead End an unimpressed look.

"They're making too much noise. The Quintessons are going to realize we're here."

"Too late."

Whirl pointed with one of his claws.

"You were supposed to be on guard duty."

"I was."

He gestured towards the Quintesson who snarled. Having managed to sneak inside while Whirl was busy watching them argue.

"Look out!"

Perceptor tried to warn. Hot Rod who was frustrated with Soundwave and done with the situation in general. Turned around and slapped the Quintesson in the face causing them to rear back making a sound of pain and surprise.

"Shut up all of you! I can't hear myself think!"

Hot Rod stormed off and the Quintesson looked between all of them and Hot Rod. It ended up following after him and he stood up going to stop it from attacking Hot Rod. When Soundwave stopped him by trying to take over.

He managed to get away when he started glitching. Not even bothering to help him and it seemed the Decepticons didn't want to help either. Because they walked away going back to Maccadams.

"Should we?"

"Do whatever you want."

He turned away going to find Hot Rod and Whirl joined him. Soundwave can stay stuck in the loop for all he cares. Serves him right for being such a jerk.

He found Hot Rod sitting by himself with the Quintessons head in his lap, looking up at him as he pet the beast.

He stared in shock and tried to reach for him and get him away from the Quintesson.

"Hot Rod what are you doing?"

"Hmm. I just needed some time to myself."

"Get away from that thing. It's dangerous."

"He's not dangerous. He's actually kind of cute in a weird way."

Hot Rod pet the beast who leaned into his touch.

"Come on we need to get out of here."

"Where's everyone else?"

"Probably already at Maccadams. Except for Soundwave he's still frozen at the warehouse we'd been exploring."

"What? Why would you leave him there?"

He stood up and the beast huffed looking annoyed that he was moving around.

"We need to go get him, it's not safe."

"He was being a jerk."

"Leaving him is not the Autobot way."

He went back to the warehouse and found Soundwave sitting on the floor looking exhausted.

"Look who finally decided to show up."

He spit out. Not even glancing at him.

"I didn't know they left you behind."

"Why'd you come back?"

"They shouldn't have done that."

Soundwave finally looked up and was surprised to see a Quintesson behind him. He raised his weapon and he got between them.

"Don't shoot he's friendly."

"Friendly?"

Soundwave gave him a disbelieving look and he shrugged.

"I don't know. I guess I tamed it somehow and now it's following me around like a lost Cyberpuppy."

Soundwave looked like he wanted to be annoyed. Except he couldn't help but be impressed. Somehow he'd managed to tame one of those things. Which could help them defeat the enemy.

"You can keep your pet as long as it doesn't get in the way."

He stood up already walking away. Hot Rod grumbled behind him.

"I was going to keep him regardless of what you said."

Perceptor tried to protest but Hot Rod had made up his mind. Soundwave wanted his own and Whirl thought it was cool. Even though the Quintesson would try to attack him every time he tried to pet it.

Since he couldn't keep it at Maccadams it became a guard dog of sorts alerting them if anyone came near.

Hi, can we have a part 2 of hot rod being a carrier and ending up attached the sparkling that was given to a couple in high command.

After he passes out its Soundwave who finds him and takes him back to his private quarters. Soundwave found him because the decepticons attacked the base and took hot rod with them when they noticed his carrier protocols activated but there was no sparkling. Decepticons had a strict law to never separate a carrier from their sparkling so they scoured the area and found the couple with the sickly sparkling that was crying for hot rod and the bitty only stopped crying when they were placed in hot rods arms.

Hot rod wakes up to the bitty, his bitty, and soundwaves youngest new spark cassette feeding from his pouches. He couldn’t stop himself from checking over both of them and he couldn’t stop himself from growling at soundwave or megatron when they came closer to him since he was feeding vulnerable and sick sparklings that needed protection.

Hot rod decides to join the decepticons because he’ll do anything to keep both sparklings his spark is now attached to. His frame also thinks its the perfect time to puff up his tanks and spread his hips because now his carrier coding has safely activated because of soundwave and he’s so embarrassed by it but Soundwave loves it.

Soundwave keeps his servos on Hot rods tanks and lower back to help him around and to keep others from touching whats his.

They are happy.

"Soundwave we have a situation."

"What is it?"

"We have an Autobot..."

"Have you been spotted?"

"Not exactly, he's unconscious."

"Leave him. He probably drank too much."

"There's something off about him... I think you need to come see this."

He carefully moved out of his hiding spot from where he'd been observing the base. Looking for any weaknesses that might help their upcoming raid.

Going to Ravages location he found an Autobot laying on the ground unconscious.

He scanned him and saw the same thing Ravage did. His carrier protocols were activated.

"Do you think he's sparked?"

Ravage shook his head.

"No. He doesn't smell like it."

"That means there's a missing sparkling somewhere around here."

He scooped the unconscious carrier into his arms. Frowning at how light he felt. If he was feeding his sparkling he should be heavier. Needing to eat more since he was feeding for two.

He took in the carrier, looking him over more closely. He was a mess. His paint was chipped and dull. His frame showed signs of exhaustion and he felt his spark drop suddenly having a bad feeling. He recognized these signs. The same thing would happen to carriers in the gladiator pits when their sparkling was taken away.

"You don't think?"

Ravage tail flicked behind him in realization.

"They wouldn't be that cruel."

"I don't know... I think I can find the sparkling since the carrier still smells like them."

"Do it."

"What about the mission?"

"This is more important."

He pulled the carrier closer. Silently telling him to hold on.

"Report back when you've found the sparkling. I'm going to take their carrier to the medbay."

Ravage nodded and he carefully went back to his own base. Avoiding Autobot patrol's.

Taking him to the medbay. He laid him on a med berth. Letting the medics work.

Rubbing a gentle hand along the carriers face. He promised to find his little one and return them.

Stepping out of the medbay he found a message from Ravage.

"Did you find them?"

"Yes."

He froze taking in the sound of Ravages voice. He seemed disgusted by something.

"What is it?"

"The Autobots took the sparkling away from his carrier and gave it to another couple. Who aren't even taking care of him. He's obviously sick and they aren't doing anything."

"He needs his carrier."

"I know. If we don't hurry the sparkling is going to die."

Nodding. He got everything in order for the raid. It was time they attacked.

During the raid he broke into the apartment. Where the sparkling was laying in his crib. So weak he couldn't even cry. Just laying there abandoned.

It made him angry and he promised himself he'd punish those responsible.

For the Decepticons this is one of the worst things you could do. Many of them have either known or had their own sparklings ripped from their arms.

He put a hand on his chest. Where his youngest was docked. The very idea of losing him was unbearable.

Taking the sparkling back to the Decepticon base. He carried him into the medbay which had gone silent at the sight of a sick sparkling.

He placed the little one on his carriers chest. The sparkling made a small sound and the carrier responded. His chest plating opened letting his sparkling feed.

He had to hold the sparkling because he was too weak to move.

Gently stroking his helm. He felt hope when he noticed the sparkling was already starting to look better. Now that he was with his carrier.

He felt Ratbat open his dock with a chirp. Looking around he sniffed the air and then flew to the Autobot.

He went to grab him when the sparkling latched on and refused to let go. Snuggling again the Autobot he sighed feeling slightly worried.

He didn't want Ratbat getting attached to someone who might leave the Decepticons, after he's gotten better. Either to become a neutral or return to the Autobots.

He hated that idea but he knew he couldn't force him to stay.

When Hot Rod woke up, he felt warm and comfortable. Feeling something on his chest he looked down and gasped.

His sparkling had been returned to him and was peacefully sleeping with another sparkling curled up as well. He had no idea where he'd come from or when he'd gotten his sparkling back.

His memories were hazy and when he looked around he found himself in an unfamiliar room.

The door opened and he growled. Pulling the sparklings closer. He held them protectively while staring down Soundwave.

The Decepticon froze. Energon cubes in hand, which made his tanks rumble.

"You need to eat."

"Where am I?"

"You're in my room."

Feeling one of the sparklings shift. He gently rocked his arms. Soothing them back to sleep.

"how did I get here?"

"I found you passed out near the Autobots base. Your sparkling had been taken and was being raised by another couple."

Slowly his memories came back and he pulled his sparkling closer. Checking him over to make sure he was uninjured.

"When I found him. He was sick. I wasn't sure if he would make it."

He looked up at the Decepticon in distress. He should have fought harder to protect his little one.

"The other one is my youngest cassette."

Soundwave seemed slightly embarrassed and his sparkling chirped. Flying over to the Decepticon giving the energon in his hands a curious look.

Soundwave quickly handed it over,.before Ratbat got stuck again.

"Not for you."

He stroked his little head. Studying the Autobot who watched.closely. Never taking his optics off the sparkling in his hands.

Not wanting to upset the carrier. He handed him back. Watching as he easily tucked him back against his chest.

"What's your name?"

"Hot Rod."

He carefully drinks the cube of energon. His instincts telling him that he needed it, to keep his sparklings healthy.

At first he was unsure about living with Soundwave. Especially after all the horror stories he's heard about him.

But the Decepticon took care of him and his sparklings. He never had to worry about not getting enough fuel or either of them being taken away.

He decided to join the Decepticons because they could protect them and he didn't want to leave Soundwave or any of his cassettes.

As time went on, his body started changing. Making him look more like a carrier. At first he was insecure but Soundwave seemed to enjoy the way his body looked. Always complementing him and making him feel special.

He was so amazing and he loved him so much. Whenever they were out in public. He'd always keep a hand around his waist. Deterring any Decepticons who might want him for himself because a healthy carrier was seen as attractive.

Eventually the two of them bonded and he ended up getting sparked. His sparklings were excited about having a little sibling and he couldn't wait to have another one. Especially with someone he loved.

Megarod

Hot rod and Megatron meet in secret during the war. Hot rod disappears for a long time and Megatron looks for him while leading his army. He finally gets word of him and sees that Hot rod is heavily sparked and actively pushing out their sparkling

"What is it?"

He didn't even bother looking up as he planned his next assault against the Autobots.

"Hot Rod has been found."

He paused, finally looking up at the mech who'd come to deliver the news.

"Are you sure?"

"Yes."

His spark began beating rapidly, at the idea of Hot Rod finally being found. They'd hooked up shortly before Nyons destruction. He'd been a Nyonian rebel fighting to free his city from functionalist rule.

He'd found himself drawn to him. The mech has a spark to him that was irresistible. He found himself listening as he spoke to the others. Incorporating some of his ideas into the Decepticons.

He was beautiful and bright. Everything he was not. No one could crush his spirit not even the functionalist no matter how much they tried.

When they met sparks had flown. Hot Rod was irresistible and he could never get enough. He must have felt the same way because whenever he asked to meet up. Hot Rod was always there waiting for him.

Even though he spoke of a better future. He never thought it was possible. Not until he met Hot Rod. With him he could imagine himself settling down. Getting bonded and having a few sparklings of his own.

The two of them fell hard and fast for each other or at least he did. He knew from the moment he saw him that he was special.

The two would make love every chance they could. Afraid it would be there last. Afterwards they'd cuddle together. Talking about nothing and everything at the same time.

Then Nyon had been destroyed and Hot Rod was gone. He thought Hot Rod was amongst the dead. He'd mourned him desperately and futility searched the rubble for him. Even though there was nothing left, but ash.

When Hot Rod died he changed. He became someone he didn't recognize. A warlord who wanted to burn Cybertron to the ground and anyone who got in his way.

He killed Zeta for what he did making him suffer as he did so. Then he killed the rest of the council who stood by and watched.

He mourned for a long time. Determined to destroy everything. Until one day Soundwave had shown him a picture. It was fuzzy and from far away, but he'd recognize him no matter what.

He'd spent the next few days raging. Wanting to go out and find Hot Rod. leaving the Decepticons behind. Even though he knew that wasn't possible. Soundwave had stopped him from doing anything reckless, but he sent people to find Hot Rod. He couldn't let him go. Not again. Not when he had another chance.

After what felt like forever, the waiting was finally over. He boarded a ship which would take him to Hot Rod. Soon his beloved would be returned and he'd do it right this time. He'd make him his Conjunx. Bonding their sparks together forever. He didn't care about the war anymore. This was way more important.

When they landed on the planet Hot Rod had been hiding on. He barely spared it a glance, despite it's beauty. He was led to a large cave where Hot Rod set up home. He told his guards to leave him as he walked inside.

Hearing noises of pain he moved quicker. Worried he was injured and required medical attention. Stumbling into the main room he was shocked to find Hot Rod crying out in pain as he pushed out their sparkling.

He rushed over and Hot Rod looked at him in surprise.

"Megatron."

"I'm here. Don't worry I'm here for you."

He held his hand. Feeling Hot Rod squeeze as he realized he was really there and not some pain induced hallucination.

He began to cry and he wiped his tears. Hands going to his valve. He rubbed his thigh soothingly, as he resumed pushing.

Hot Rod screamed in pain. As he struggled to push his sparkling out. He felt his hips feeling his sparkling inside. It was big which wasn't a surprise because he was big.

Hot Rod sobbed, his valve fluttering as his body tried pushing out his sparkling.

He held his hand encouraging him as he pushed. Hot Rod screamed pushing as hard as he could and he could see the sparklings head.

He helped pull him out smiling at his sparkling who was a mix between Hot Rod and himself. The sparkling began to cry and Hot Rod reached for him.

He handed him over and watched as Hot Rod held their little one. Smiling as he stroked his little head. Chest plates opening to let his sparkling feed.

He wrapped his arm around him and held Hot Rod who looked exhausted but radiant.

"You did such a good job."

Hot Rod nodded his optics never leaving their sparkling. They could talk about everything else later. Right now he let himself enjoy the feeling of being surrounded by his family.

Perceptor and Deadend Found out that Hotrod and Soundwave has been making out.

"What are you working on?"

Dead End leaned against the wall watching Perceptor work.

"I'm trying to find a way to crack the Quintessons code."

"Oh."

He looked around noticing a commotion nearby. They both watched as Hot Rod and Soundwave left the training room. Seeming a little closer than before.

He was going to ignore them because he didn't care. It was obvious what they'd been doing, but it also wasn't his problem.

He turned back to Perceptor who made a noise of surprise. Before pulling Hot Rod away from Soundwave which was unnecessary. He hasn't done anything dangerous, since he asked Clobber to kill Hot Rod.

He didn't think anyone could die from interfacing. Although who knows. Maybe Soundwave was so terrible at it. That for the first time ever. Someone could die from terrible interfacing. Internally he smirked at the very idea.

"Stay away from my bitty."

"Carrier."

Hot Rod complained as Perceptor looked him over.

"We were just training?"

"Training!?"

Perceptor gave them a look of disbelief.

"You have a hickey on your neck. I don't remember training ever involving making out."

Both Soundwave and Hot Rod froze. The latter looking embarrassed at being caught.

"I don't want you seeing him anymore."

"But carrier."

"No buts. He's still a Decepticon even if we're at peace right now and he's not good enough for you."

Hot Rod tried to argue but Perceptor was already dragging him away. Once they were gone he glanced at Soundwave.

"Hot Rod really?"

"I could say the same thing about you and Perceptor."

"Touche. Although we haven't done anything yet."

"Then you better get on that. I don't want him to interrupt us."

Soundwave walked away, leaving him all alone. He stood there in disbelief wondering if Soundwave hit his head or something. Perceptor was terrifying when he wanted to be and he'd already told Soundwave to stay away. Next time he'd probably try to shoot him or something.

Hot Rod loses his memory Soundwave decides to help him.

"Watch out!"

He heard someone shout and he looked up in alarm, to see a large piece of paneling fall towards him. Before he could move out of the way it hit him in the head knocking him unconscious.

When he awoke he found himself in what appeared to be a medbay. With a grumpy medic staring down at him. He shifted in discomfort his optics drawn to a blue mech, with a red visor and mask.

Something about him seemed important but he didn't know why. Which left him feeling frustrated.

He was distracted by the medic who was looking at his head, feeling for something.

"How are you feeling?"

"My head hurts."

He looked around confused having no idea where he was or how he'd gotten there.

"What happened?"

He glanced at the medic.

"You got hit in the head."

"Oh..."

He looked back at the blue mech feeling a weird sensation in his chest.

"Who are you?"

The mech stared at him in surprise.

"Hot Rod are you okay?"

"Why are you asking? Do I know you?"

The blue mech looked at the medic both of them seemed concerned.

"Do you know who I am?"

He looked the medic over but didn't recognize him.

"No."

The medic began scanning him and he gave them both a confused and worried look.

"Is something wrong?"

"I think you have temporary amnesia."

"What are you talking about!? Am I supposed to know who you two are!?"

"Yes. My name is Ratchet and I'm the chief medical officer at this facility. I've known you for years."

He found his attention drawn to the blue mech. Wanting to know who he was. From the feeling in his chest he knew he was important. Even if he didn't know why.

"I'm Soundwave your Conjunx."

He gasped the equipment around him going crazy as he found himself about to pass out from shock. The medic was cursing and trying to get him to calm down.

"How could I forget my Conjunx? I don't understand what's happening. Why don't I remember you two?"

He looked between them still panicking slightly because it was a lot to take in.

"Your processor must be having trouble adjusting after hitting your head."

"What does this mean?"

His Conjunx asked. Looking like he wanted to hold his hand but stopping himself. He found himself wishing he would.

He snapped himself out of it asking the same thing wanting to know what was happening to him.

"It should be temporary."

"Should!?"

The medic looked at him.

"I'll continue monitoring you, but I think it would be best if you go home. It might jog your memory."

"I don't even know where home is."

"I can take you there."

"Do we live together?"

He wondered out loud.

"Yes."

"What's your name?"

"Soundwave."

"How long have we been bonded?"

"Not long."

"Soundwave will you help him regain his memory?"

"Of course."

Ratchet nodded handing him paperwork which states that Soundwave would take care of him, while he was in this state.

Wanting to get out of there. He quickly stood up and almost fell back down. If it wasn't for Soundwave grabbing him.

He wrapped an arm around his waist, steadying him. He sighed in relief as he leaned against Soundwave. Something about the gesture felt familiar.

Ratchet began scanning him again. Making sure he wasn't going to fall and that he only stood up too fast. He warned him to take things slow and not do anything strenuous.

When he was finally dismissed Soundwave led him outside and he looked around at all the unfamiliar building's and people. Occasionally they would wave at him and he'd wave back. Even though he had no idea who any of them were.

When they got back to his apartment. That he apparently shared with Soundwave, he felt exhausted. Even though he had so many questions he still wanted answers.

He looked around his unfamiliar apartment. Thinking about the life he shared with Soundwave and what it was like.

His Conjunx must have realized he was tired because he led him to the bedroom where he collapsed onto the bed.

Tucking him in they both gave each other an unsure look. Soundwave shifted as though he was about to do something and just barely stopped himself.

Feeling uncomfortable he asked him to leave. Even though part of him was screaming for him to come back. He felt uncomfortable with the idea of sharing his bed with a stranger. Even if they were supposedly his Conjunx.

Turning to the side he looked at his bedside table and saw a picture of the two of them. He was smiling and cuddled again Soundwave. The two of them looking in love.

He felt his spark pang in his chest as he wondered if he'd ever get his memories back.

Unable to stay awake any longer he fell asleep. Where he spent the night tossing and turning as he dreamed of things he didn't remember.

Original Medic Roddi AU asker here :) I was thinking of a part 2

(Before I started I just want to say, I read the story and I loved it, I actually was a asker for other AU's like Deity Roddi and one of the Preceptor carrier AU. Every time you make magic whit the prompt you get.)

(By the way I am surprised no one makes more Medic Roddi AU since in the movie 86 Hot Rod fixes Kup on a alien planet perfectly. I just think Roddi should get his medic skills back even if basic medicine. Like he has a fire ability that will help wild metals back together, it would be perfect for that type of job, he used it for Kup in the movie 86. Sorry I will stop rambling and go for the prompt.)

After the death of zeta and the success of the rescue of the people. The people of Nyon are quite mad at the Autobots and Decepticons for not helping still are more tolerant of the decepticons since it 2 of them informed the medics. This might start a fight of the Autobots accusing the Decepticons to have planned this and only helped for recruitment.

Hot Rod and Ratchet will try to go back to the clinic but it was destroyed in the blast that killed Zeta, they will want to build a new clinic maybe a bigger one fir the ones that lost they're homes in the blast.

Some of the people of Nyon might try to help in any way they can so Hot Rod and Ratchet could relax a bit so they won't fall down from overworking as the war gets worse and worse, whit more death and more patience.

Soundwave and Deathlock try to visit as much as they can but can't since they have to fight and the war is now all over cybertron so they don't have time.

I do think both sides will send people to cause problems wearing the other sides badge in hope they won't take them as patient or send patients so they will not lose material.

All of this will be hard on Hot Rod and exhaust him to the point of collapse. But he always manages to do it out of view so not to worry anyone. He might even be cutting his energeon so there will be more for the patients.

He does take a few breaks but really rarely and most of the time only went his adoptive creators are both here or when Soundwave and his cassettes are here.

The clinic will be starting to be seen as torn in both sides eyes since they keep soldiers alive so they will just be send back to fight. The Autobots might be more against it since the decepticons third in command is close to one of the Medics, so they go against one of the rules in the official war declaration. They start attacking the clinic.

It would be a attack at night to try to kill all the patients and make the place not usable, but like always Hot Rod was there taking care of new arrived patients, only for a big explosion and a 'earthquake' to happen, the building fell.

In the morning the new was send. The neutral clinic was bombed and destroyed, no information on survivals or who did it.

After Zeta was destroyed, they all cheered. Relieved that he was gone and couldn't hurt the people of Nyon anymore. Soundwave wrapped an arm around him, relieved he was safe.

Once they knew the threat was over they returned to Nyon. Most of the city was untouched except for the clinic. He gasped running towards it in horror when he realized it was on fire.

The people of Nyon quickly helped them put out the fire but it was too late. The place was destroyed. Ratchet looked at it sadly knowing they didn't have the resources to rebuild.

To their surprise the people of Nyon volunteered to help.

"We don't have much but we have each other."

Both of them smiled and he felt a tear fall as he looked at the people of Nyon. Who were eager to help them after all the work they've done.

Together they began to rebuild. The two of them sketched a new clinic with more space. Because the war was still raging and from Soundwave's reports it was going to get worse.

They still tried to help people where they could. Using the limited resources they had to make it work.

Soundwave and Deadlock helped them rebuild when they could and brought them resources.

He was out on patrol looking for any injured who'd found their way to Nyon. Soundwave was behind him as they walked around keeping watch. In case anyone tried to attack him.

Although some buildings had been partially or completely destroyed most of Nyon was fine. He shivered not wanting to think about what could have happened if Zeta had used his weapon. There might be nothing left of Nyon if his plans had succeeded.

"Are you okay?"

He nodded, letting Soundwave hold his hand. He turned towards the Decepticon about to reassure him when someone shouted at them.

"Get away from him Decepticreep!"

He looked over giving what appeared to be an Autobot a confused look.

"What?"

"He's not what he seems. He's trying to recruit you to his horrible cause."

When he continued giving her a blank look. The Autobot pointed at the badge on his chest.

"He's a Decepticon."

"So?"

"He's trying to recruit you."

"He knows I'm not joining the Decepticons. This is my home and I'm not leaving it."

"You're from Nyon?"

The Autobot looked surprised and he gave her a confused look.

"Yes. Do you know where you are? We have a clinic not far from here. Let me check you over and make sure you didn't hit your head."

"I know where I am. I'm just surprised you'd let Decepticons around, after they refused to help your city."

The Autobot sneered and Soundwave looked like he was about to say something when he stopped him.

"Like your faction helped?"

The Autobot sputtered looking shocked.

"No. I mean. We tried but the Decepticons wouldn't let us."

"That didn't stop two of them from risking their lives and warning us. We wouldn't be here if it wasn't for them."

He got between the Autobot and Soundwave.

"If you're not injured. I think it's best you leave. We don't want any part of your war."

"Why does he get to stay he's not injured?"

She argued glaring at Soundwave.

"He's one of the Decepticons who risked his life to help us. Now leave."

He turned away ignoring the Autobot who continued sputtering in shock. Shouting that he'd regret this and that if he didn't abandon Soundwave. He would go down with him.

He looked at Soundwave who was about to fight the Autobot. When he told him to stop because she wasn't worth it.

Soundwave followed after him and wrapped an arm around his waist.

"I know you don't want to get involved with the war but that was hot."

He smiled faintly leaning towards him.

"Really?"

Soundwave nodded pulling him into a nearby alleyway.

"Definitely. I loved the way you put her in her place. Going no nonsense medic on her."

The two kissed each other with Soundwave pressing him against a wall.

When they got back to the clinic. Deadlock gave him an amused look.

"You two were gone for a while."

"We... Got held up."

"I'd clean up a little and try to hide that hickey before Ratchet sees."

He blushed and went to clean up. Not wanting his carrier to lecture him about fragging in public.

After cleaning up. He said goodbye to Soundwave. Who had to go back to the front lines with Deadlock. He hugged him, reminding him to stay safe.

"I will I promise."

He nodded feeling his spark squeeze in his chest when he watched them walk away.

"They'll be okay."

Ratchet put a reassuring hand on his shoulder and led him inside. Distracting him with some of their patients.

The clinic while not completely finished, had come a long way and they were finally able to start taking patients. Not that they stopped. At least now they got to be inside the clinic.

They'd also gotten new or at least newer supplies, from either Soundwave, Deadlock or whatever the people of Nyon could scrounge up.

They worked tirelessly to help whoever they could. He was wrapping one of his patients arms. After she broke it trying to help rebuild.

When Ratchet recieved a message from the clinic in the Dead End. Although he'd only met the medics there a handful of times. They regularly sent each other messages. Wanting to know how the other was doing and seeing if they could share resources.

The clinic had been struggling with an influx of patients, and he thought the message was about patients being delivered to them. He was excited to see whoever they sent to come with the patients. Hoping they could stick around for a few days and he could show them around.

His carrier gasped and he looked over in alarm. Feeling his spark sink when he saw the look on Ratchets face. He immediately knew it was bad news.

Finishing what he was doing. The Nyonian pushed him towards his carrier with her good hand.

"Go to him."

He walked over. Worried the clinic was being forced to close. Scanning the message they received. He felt tears in his optics. The clinic had also held out on picking a side, wanting to stay neutral and help everyone they could.

The fighting had been outside of the Dead End so far. Although they still collected patients from both sides.

They say it was an accident. A stray bomb had been dropped and it ended up blowing the clinic and everyone inside to pieces. There were no survivors. Everyone his carrier had taught was dead. So many good medics were lost.

Ratchet broke down and he held his carrier close letting him cry. Until he forced himself to get up and to keep working. They still had patients that needed help.

He gave him a worried look watching the way his hands shook as he worked. His optics dull as he tried to stop himself from thinking too much.

Worried about his carrier. He sent a quick message to Deadlock telling him what happened and that he needed to return quickly.

He kept working. Waiting for Soundwave and Deadlock to return. It seemed to be taking a long time and it made him worried that something had happened.

He continued helping both sides. Bringing them back to the clinic and fixing them up. Ignoring the tension between both sides as they glared at each other.

Occasionally they'd make snide comments at each other. Which he mostly ignored until it got out of hand. He also noticed the Autobots would occasionally complain, about Decepticons getting faster and better treatment. Ratchet always shut them up.

He was more closed off than usual and more no nonsense. Whenever he heard either side antagonize the other. He'd always get them to shut up real fast. He knew his carrier was grieving and he tried to be there for him.

He was worried and wished Deadlock would hurry up. Even though the clinic had been rebuilt. It felt like everything was falling apart around him.

The clinic wasn't the only place where he heard those comments. It seemed the Autobots believed the people of Nyon preferred the Decepticons over them.

Whenever they did something wrong and anyone pointed it out. They'd always accuse them of preferring the Decepticons.

Sometimes they'd give loud speeches in the middle of town. Telling them they were being deceived and that the Decepticons were trying to recruit them for their bloody war. Telling them to become an Autobot and ignoring them when they repeatedly told them they were neutral. It seemed like they didn't want the Decepticons around at all. Trying to drive them out of businesses and even the clinic.

Which caused fighting and ended in people of Nyon getting hurt. No one wanted to pick a side. They were angry at both sides for not helping. The only ones they trusted were Soundwave and Deadlock who'd helped them.

They were just trying to survive and didn't care about the war. Neutrals from all over were starting to come to Nyon and they didn't need to be further traumatized, by both sides fighting in the middle of town.

The neutrals were more honest with them. Telling them about what was happening as they repaired them. So many were injured and in desperate need of help. Somehow managing to walk or even crawl their way to Nyon. Knowing this was the only place where they could get help. Many were desperate to leave Cybertron all together. Worried it was only a matter of time before the war came to Nyon.

There were so many neutrals and even with a bigger clinic, they still didn't have enough room. A lot of them were on deaths door by the time they arrived. Their bodies too weak from all they've endured.

It was hard losing so many patients. Their cries through the night haunted him, but he had to push forward. Ratchet was drowning in his own grief and he was so exhausted, but there was never a moment to rest. All he could do was keep going and trying to save as many as he could.

After a long grueling shift. He had a few minutes to himself and he broke down, wishing Soundwave was there. He hid at the back of the clinic not wanting anyone to see him cry. He missed him so much and he was so worried about him.

He was distracted by someone walking over. He looked over to see a Decepticon staring at him. He gave them a confused look wondering if they were injured.

"Can I help you?"

"You're Hot Rod, right?"

"Yes?"

He gave them a confused look. Wondering if they wanted to see him personally.

"I have a message from Soundwave."

His spoiler perked up in excitement expecting a letter. Instead they pulled out a gun and pointed it at him.

"Soundwave is a Decepticon and he doesn't want you holding him back."

He stared at the gun in shock. He's had weapons pointed at him before and being threatened is nothing new. The fact they spoke of Soundwave is what bothers him.

He flinched hearing a blaster go off. He expected to get hit but the pain never came. Looking at the Decepticon he could see a hole in their chest. With Deadlock standing on the other side.

The Decepticon collapsed to the ground already dead and he looked at Deadlock in surprise. Because that was a fellow Decepticon even if they were trying to kill him.

"That wasn't a Decepticon."

Deadlock pulled him into a hug and he buried his face into his chest. Relieved that he was finally back.

"Who was it then?"

"An Autobot pretending to be a Decepticon. You're going to be getting a lot more of them."

"Why?"

"The Autobots think the people of Nyon. Specifically the medics at this clinic favor Decepticons, because we helped when Zeta planned to kill everyone here."

"But it was only you and Soundwave."

"They don't care. They hate our relationship and are going to try and sabotage the clinic. I won't be surprised if Decepticons start doing the same thing. They want you to pick a side and they think by wearing the other sides badge you'll choose their side."

"Why would they want that?"

"Isn't it obvious. You help both sides. If you heal a Decepticon that's another one the Autobots have to fight. They want you on their side and we want you on ours."

"But we're neutral."

"I know and I'll do everything to protect both of you."

Deadlock gave him a sad look and he felt his spoiler droop thinking about the Dead End clinic.

"Do you know?"

"I came back here as soon as I heard. How is he?"

"Not good. He's been out of it ever since he recieved the news. He's overworking himself and I'm worried about him."

"I'll talk to him."

He nodded leading him inside to where Ratchet was working on a patient. When he noticed Deadlock his optics brightened slightly but they were still a little dull.

He watched as Deadlock pushed past all of Ratchets defenses, knowing exactly what he needed. He took over the patient Ratchet was working on when he broke down. Letting Deadlock take him away so he could finally rest a little.

Even though Deadlock warned him. It was still annoying having people sabotage them. They'd break the clinics windows. Throwing bricks at them and spitting on them before running off.

Everytime they went on patrol they'd try to Jump him or Ratchet. Remembering Soundwave and Deadlocks trainings. He tried his best to fight them off. The two of them even carrying weapons when he was almost stabbed by a Decepticon pretending to be an Autobot.

They'd intentionally mess up equipment. Trying to damage it as much as possible. Which they would have to try and fix because it was so hard to come by now. The worst was when they attacked patients who couldn't defend themselves. It was getting out of hand and the people of Nyon were not happy.

Especially when a Decepticon pretending to be an Autobot tried to kidnap him and force themselves on him. He shivered. Trying not to think about it. Luckily he'd managed to get away and limp back to the clinic.

The people of Nyon were angry. They didn't like the idea of people attacking the clinic. Not when it had helped so many of them.

Now their clinic had guards posted around it. People volunteering to watch over the clinic and keep them safe. Even when he went on patrol he had guards following him.

He knew it was necessary but it made him miss Soundwave even more. He'd see a shadow behind him and look back expecting to see Soundwave watching over him. Only for it to be someone else.

He missed him so much and was really worried about him. Deadlock couldn't stay for long and was already gone. Ratchet seemed better at least which was good. He'd asked him about Soundwave and had almost cried, when he learned Deadlock didn't know where he was.

Although he did promise to look out for him and send him a message when he found him. He worried all the time. Unable to sleep or eat as he imagined the worst.

He knew what he was doing wasn't healthy. If Ratchet wasn't so busy and dealing with his own problems. He probably would have lectured him and forced him to take a break.

But he couldn't. Not without Soundwave. He missed him so much. Everything seemed to remind him of Soundwave. When he'd get energon. He'd remember Soundwave bringing it to him because he oftentimes forgot. Made exactly the way he usually drank it, because of course he'd remember. The two sitting together with their legs brushing together as they talked about nothing and everything at the same time.

He missed snuggling again him and his cassettes while falling asleep. Listening to his spark spin in his chest. The warmth of his body wrapped around his own.

He tried not to think about it. He had work that needed to be done. Patients that needed to be taken care of.

When someone sabotaged their energon Despenser. It had been devastating for the clinic. To the point they almost had to shut down for a few days.

He'd stared at it hopelessly. Feeling exhausted. His patients came first though and he made sure they were able to eat. Even at the expense of himself.

Every chance he could. He'd give his energon to others who needed it more. He knew the sudden increase in people was putting a strain on their already limited energon supply and he didn't want to be a burden. Other people needed it more than him.

He lost a lot of weight and yet he kept pushing. He needed to help as many as he could. It felt like so many were dying and the constant sabotage on both sides was making it worse.

Every day he waited for Soundwave or Deadlocks return. Or at least a message telling him they were alive.

It had been so long since Deadlocks last visit. He had no idea where he was or if he ever found Soundwave.

He missed them both so much, especially Soundwave. He needed him now more than ever. As more and more people died unable to be saved.

He was so tired and one day he'd collapsed. His body unable to take it anymore. When he awoke he found his entire body sore from falling on the ground. Looking at the time he panicked because hours had passed.

He'd rushed to the clinic thankful no one had seen him. Ratchet assumed he'd been on patrol and didn't question it as he got to work helping patients.

He began passing out more frequently after that. He'd always make sure it was somewhere hidden. Setting multiple alarms to wake him up as soon as possible, so he could get back to work. He didn't have time to properly rest and everyone else needed his fuel more. He needed to just keep pushing through.

He'd been working on a patient when Ratchet came to him with a letter from Deadlock. For the first time in a long time he felt hope.

The two huddled together reading his message. Deadlock had been sent off world for a mission. Which meant he couldn't communicate with them. He was coming back though and would get to stay in Nyon for a few days.

They both looked at each other in excitement having missed the Decepticon, especially Ratchet.

Then he read the next part of the letter excited to hear what he had to say about Soundwave. Only for his smile to fall as he began to sob uncontrollably.

Soundwave had gone missing, likely presumed dead. He could see Ratchet reaching for him. Wanting to comfort him but he dodged his touch.

Looking around the room. It felt too small and everyone was looking at him. He needed to get out. He felt about ready to pass out as his mind swam with images of Soundwave's death. He stumbled out of the clinic tears blocking his vision.

He ran somewhere where he could hide and just be alone. His body unable to take the stress causing him to pass out.

When he awoke it was almost morning again. This was the longest he'd ever passed out for. He knew he should be worried but all he could think about was Soundwave. He sobbed unable to process the idea that he was dead.

Exhausted and having work to do he stumbled back to the clinic, where Ratchet was waiting for him.

"Oh... Hot Rod."

He collapsed into his arms and broke down. Sobbing as he clung to his carrier feeling his spark break.

"How am I supposed to go on?"

"I don't know Hot Rod. Please just find a way I know I'm being selfish but I can't loose you too."

He looked up at his carrier. Who's servos trembled as they brushed the tears out of his optics. He's already lost so much he doesn't need to loose a sparkling as well.

"Okay I'll try and hold on."

The next few days were agony as he threw himself into work. Trying to push the thought of Soundwave out of his mind or else he'd start crying.

He didn't think he'd ever be the same. He knew there was a chance. They we're at war after all, but he never wanted to believe it could happen.

The people of Nyon after recieving the news tried to give him space and also their condolences. They planned on having a funeral for Soundwave in a week. Using Nyonian traditions because he was one of them.

He became Nyonian the day he saved Nyon and would be remembered as a hero.

Deadlock came two days later looking exhausted and injured. He watched Ratchet run out to hug him while he stood by the clinic. His limbs trembling. As he forced himself to stay, even as tears fell down his face.

The two made optic contact and then Deadlock gestured towards his ship. He looked over and gasped in excitement when he saw Soundwave.

He rushed over grabbing him just before his legs gave out. Looking him over it appeared he'd been tortured.

"What happened?"

"Autobots."

He glanced over at Deadlock who'd come to help.

"I found him on my way home. He'd managed to escape but was in bad shape."

"Help me get him to the clinic."

The two of them picked him up and carried him inside. Soundwave was unconscious but alive. He squeezed his hand and got to work falling into medic mode with Ratchets help.

The two worked non stop until he was repaired. He felt tears fall as he pressed his forehead against Soundwave's.

"You're alive."

He whispered feeling Soundwave come online.

"Hot Rod? Is that really you?"

"Yes."

He smiled tears falling as he stroked Soundwave's face.

"I tried so hard to get back to you."

"I know. Rest and save your strength."

"Energon."

His voice rasped and he grabbed a nearby cube. Helping him drink from it. He felt a weight lift off his shoulders knowing he was alive.

When Soundwave was done he moved over slightly, gesturing for him to lay down. He hesitated thinking about all the work he needed to do.

"You are exhausted. Lay with me."

Unable to resist he laid down and felt Soundwave wrap his arms around him. Breathing in his scent. He listened to his spark beat and found himself relaxing.

He didn't even realize his optics closed, until he fell asleep. Safe in Soundwave's arms.

When he awoke the two of them talked about everything that had happened. Soundwave was angry that either side would dare to attack the clinic. He was also worried about him, taking note that he'd lost weight. His paint was chipped and dull just like his optics. He looked exhausted and in need of a break.

"I'm fine. There's so many people that need our help. Neutrals have been flooding our city and we've been overwhelmed."

"I'm sorry Hot Rod. I wish there was more I could do."

"Just rest."

Even though he didn't like seeing him hurt. He'd missed him so much and was happy they got to spend time together while he healed. Soundwave never told him the specifics of his injuries. Even though he could guess based on the wounds. He didn't like thinking about Soundwave injured much less being tortured.

His cassettes were fine. They hadn't been with him when he was captured. Megatron had sent them off world with an assignment that would keep them away for a while. Not wanting them to worry about Soundwave.

They were all relieved to hear Soundwave was alive and recovering.

When he felt better Soundwave joined him for patrol. It was nice having him by his side. Watching over him. Every time he turned around and saw Soundwave he'd smile. Knowing he was safe.

The two of them spent all their time together even when he was at the clinic. He'd teach Soundwave how to help out by grabbing him tools and stuff.

Soundwave always made sure he'd eat and get enough rest. It could be annoying at times because he had a lot of work to do and wasn't used to taking breaks. But it definitely helped with his fainting problem.

He never told Soundwave about that. Not wanting to worry him as he recovered from his injuries.

The two would cuddle together and talk for hours. Soundwave asked to bond with him after the war was over and he agreed. Wanting nothing more than to be his Conjunx.

Deadlock was also around a lot more. Recovering from his own injuries, although they weren't as bad. Ratchet was with him the entire time and his carrier seemed so happy and relieved he'd returned.

He told Soundwave what happened in the Dead End and he seemed shocked and also worried.

"I don't think it was an accident."

"What do you mean?"

"You said people have been sabotaging the clinic?"

"Yes. They've done things like breaking windows, attacking patients, trying to attack one of us or messing with our equipment and supplies."

"When I find out which Decepticons are responsible they will pay for it."

"The people of Nyon have been watching over our clinic and coming with us on patrols, which is good. It means they've had less chances to sabotage us. They're also probably afraid, now that you and Deadlock are back. Especially after what he did to that one mech."

"What happened?"

Soundwave gave him a curious look. Realizing his mistake he tried to change the subject but Soundwave had already realized it involved him.

"What happened? Don't make me go to Deadlock."

He winced. Knowing he'd blow it way out of proportion.

"Someone threatened to shoot me claiming you sent them. I knew it wasn't true and Deadlock took care of them."

Soundwave pulled him closer looking angry that someone would try to hurt him and use their relationship against them.

"I want you to be careful. The people of Nyon have been stopping them so far, but eventually they'll find a way to attack and I don't want you getting hurt."

"I'll be fine. I can take care of myself."

"I still want you to be careful. Megatron has ordered for me to return and I don't know how long I'll be gone. Which means you need to take care of yourself. Don't think I haven't noticed how tired you are or how much weight you've lost."

He froze, staring at Soundwave in surprise and also feeling anxious at the idea of him going back to the war. Especially after he almost died.

"You have to leave already? When are you going, you're still injured?"

"I know, but the Decepticons need me. I'll be back as soon as possible I promise."

"When are you leaving?"

"In a few days. Deadlock is leaving tomorrow."

"What!?"

"Megatron already has a mission for him. I don't know how long he'll be gone."

"I need to see him."

The two stood up and went back to the clinic. When he got there he found Ratchet hugging Deadlock looking upset.

"You told him?"

"Hot Rod..."

He ran into Deadlocks arms and the Decepticon held him. Pulling Ratchet in as well. Soundwave stood off to the side as Hot Rod hugged his creators. Until he pulled him in as well.

When is Soundwave leaving?"

"In a few days."

"I'll look out for him."

Deadlock promised. Wanting to make sure he never had to send a letter like that again. It had been one of the hardest things he's ever done.

When Deadlock left. Ratchet had been sad but also determined. When Deadlock came back they'd be waiting for him. They just had to have hope that he'd be okay.

When Soundwave left he'd cried. Hugging him for as long as possible until he had to go. He was terrified that he'd loose him and already missing him desperately, even though he just left.

He tried to remind himself of his promise. Soundwave would get back to him and the two would finally become Conjunx.

He threw himself into his work. Trying not to think about the letter or the idea of Soundwave dying. Those few days where he thought he'd died had been agony and he never wanted to experience that again.

With Soundwave gone. He had a hard time falling asleep. Even though he promised to take care of himself. He still found himself struggling.

He was so busy all the time and Soundwave wasn't there to remind him. He didn't want to let him down but he couldn't help it.

Then Ratchet got sick. He kept telling him that he was fine, but he insisted that he rest and give himself time to heal.

Ratchet didn't like it. But with him out of commission he was in charge and would decide when Ratchet could come back and that was only after he was feeling better.

It was late and he was working on one of his patients, who'd recently arrived. When he noticed something strange outside.

He looked out the window, but didn't see anything. He went back to work although he was weary of his surroundings. Just in case someone tried to attack.

He kept a weapon nearby. This was the last patient of the night and when he finished bandaging them. He let them leave. Knowing they had to get back to their family. Who was anxiously waiting for them at one of the nearby shelters.

He sighed. Cleaning up his work station feeling exhausted. He had a few more patients who were asleep for the night and he went to check on them.

He'd been reading one of their charts when he felt a gun against his head. He froze with his hands raised.

Before he could speak. They turned him around and he came face to face with a familiar sight. It was the Autobot he'd met so long ago, when he'd been out on patrol with Soundwave. The one who'd been angry that he was with the Decepticon.

"Surprise little medic."

"What do you want?"

He struggled as they pulled him closer.

"Revenge."

The Autobot stabbed him and he gasped.

"This is what you get for choosing those filthy cons. Now everything you've worked so hard for will come crumbling down around you."

The Autobot twisted the knife inside his abdomen and he cried out in pain. She smirked. Grabbing his face and forcing him to look at her

"Such a beautiful little thing. It's a shame you chose to defile yourself with a Decepticon."

She dropped him onto the floor and he gasped. Feeling the knife drive itself deeper, as energon pooled around him.

The Autobot turned around and he watched as she walked away. He frantically grabbed a towel to stop the bleeding when the clinic exploded.

Ratchet was awoken with a jolt, as the ground shook around him. At first he thought Nyon was being invaded as he rushed outside to see.

When he saw smoke coming from the clinic his spark sank. Transforming he'd never driven so fast in his life. As he desperately swerved around people standing in the streets. Looking at the burning clinic in horror.

Rushing over he transformed and felt someone grab him. He screamed struggling in their grip trying to reach Hot Rod. The clinic was gone nothing more than a pile of rubble.

He collapsed onto the ground. Those around him flinched at the cries of a carrier who'd just lost their child.