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I don't own the songs used... This is pure fiction

Jazz and Prowl love

Last chapter we spoke to Ratchet, the Autobots' medic who was 9 months pregnant at the time. He gave an interview with us exclusively to tell of his story, with bondmate Ironhide.

Today, we get an exclusive interview, with his bondmate, Ironhide.

News: When did you find out you were going to be a dad?

Ironhide: It only in March. Jazzo was celebrating his 4th sparkday. So much growing up for that lad.

I was feeling empty inside. My time was coming towards the end. I wanted to be in Prowl's position.

I wanted to be a dad. But so far Jazz is the only submessive mech, or what do the humans call it...err...male breeder.

I'm not going for Jazz, but I must admit that white bot is quite the touch for me.

No not who you think? I'm talking about the medic. Ratchet.

Yes, the medic Ratchet. Quite the type for me actually. But would he feel that way to me? I had to find out but didn't know how to love! Who could I talk to?

Who else but the only Autobot couple now? Jazz and Prowl.

I went searching for them for their help.

I went everywhere all over Headquartes but couldn't find them.

"You seen Lieutenant, chief?" I asked Optimus.

"Jazz?" Optimus replied. "Yeah, he's with Prowl helping Crosswise walk properly. The little one's legs fell under him."

"Is he alright?" I asked.

"Crosswise's fine. Ratchet checked on him earlier and the bot needs a little cheering up on his feet. But Ratchet needs a little cheering up too. Why don't you visit him and find out what's wrong?" Optimus asked him.

"Sure boss!" I replied and headed off.

First up, find the love bots, then speak to Ratchet. Nothing's easy for me.

I finally found the lovers. They were in Prowl's chamber, helping Crosswise get on his feet.

"Hey you two. I heard about Crosswise. He'll be find right?" I said.

"Sure, Ironhide. He's a little excited to be back on his feet again," Jazz replied.

They watched Crosswise struggle to his feet but ended up falling down again. Jazzo was in time to catch his brother.

I smiled. I wish I was a dad and quick. I was getting older and running out of time.

"Hey...I could use your help!" I blushed, rubbing the back of my head.

Jazz and Prowl looked at one another, then back at me.

"Err...someone you like?" Prowl asked.

I went red, well I don't know how much. I'm already red aren't I? I nodded.

"You need help with telling someone you love them?" Jazz asked.

I nodded.

"That's easy. How did I tell Jazz I liked him?" Prowl said.

"By freaking out over a love song and fleeing the room!" Jazz replied.

I laughed. Prowl pulled a face.

"Besides the point, all you need to do is tell them. Improvise to get their attention." Jazz replied.

"It always works!" Prowl added, nuzzling Jazz, pressing a kiss, joining their lips.

I nodded. "Thanks!" and I hurried off to the medic bay.

I needed to improvise first to get his attention. I thought of something but it was kinder useless. Getting the doc to give me a quick check up after I had a little 'ache in the chasis'.

Perfect!

The medic gave me a quick check and I did end up fidgetting a lot, mainly trying to get his attention.

He said I was fine and should leave it at that.

"There you go. Everything's fine." he said.

I sat up and looked at the medic. "Thanks..."

I thought it was silly to just ask for a quick check without a thank you to him. I only gave a him a quick kiss on the face

I realized right after, Ratchet stood really still and shocked.

"Sorry I startled you...I'll leave," I said, and made my way out the room.

It's over. He doesn't like me. Why did I do that? I'm an idiot!

I felt something grab my hand.

I turned around and it was Ratchet. He pulled me closer, and we kissed.

"I thought I started you?" I asked him, blushing.

"Not really."

Yes. He really does love me! Oh...I can see out future already!

We bonded!

A few weeks after, I noticed a change in Ratchet. He wasn't the confident medic he was before. He barely talked to anyone, or me, and instead of his grumpyness, he was calm, and kind? Even to the twins!

I had a feeling of what was wrong with him, but decided not to go too far with it. Incase I was wrong.

It wasn't until 2 months later, when he was 3 months gone, that I knew.

His schedule showed, "Scan date!"

It hit me. He was pregnant! I was to be a dad.

This was the most happiest day of my life. I had made it quick, and we were to be parents.

Now the twins, they would certainly take the mick of us. Why would I care? I'm a dad!

I hurried to the medic bay, finding Perceptor and Wheeljack there.

"We didn't expect you here?" Wheeljack said.

"Ratchet is coming. Isn't he?" I asked.

Wheeljack and Perceptor looked at each other, and both nodded.

"I know the news. He's pregnant!" I said.

"And you're the one who got him to be?" Perceptor asked.

I nodded.

"Well congratulations. Its about time you two got together!" Wheeljack said.

I went red, well I'm already red, so don't think it made a difference.

Then at that moment, Ratchet rushed in. He tripped infront of me, and I caught him.

"Whoa, don't wanna see both of you hurt."

I watched Ratchet look up at me, quite surprised.

"I knew all along. You acted like Jazz did. Let's go for your scan!" I said.

I took Ratchet's hand, as he was still looked surprised, and led him to the berth.

Perceptor and Wheeljack began the scan, but I remained watching Ratchet, who was still a bit surprised.

"Only 1 sparkling. That's enough for you two isn't it?" Wheeljack said.

I nodded really happily. Ratchet nodded too, still dazed.

Throughout the next 2 months, I was really protective of Ratchet. Everyone else found out about us, but I didn't care. I was going to be a dad! I would love every moment of it!

Even better news! I found out Mirage and Hound acheived their dream, and Mirage was pregnant. He conceived a month after Ratchet, and Mirage is too carrying only 1 sparkling.

2 months later, Jazz announced he was pregnant...again! That Jazz and Prowl's third now. It was funny all along that Jazzo and Crosswise wish it's another mech. But I predict that Jazz would choose to know the gender, to keep it a secret and mystery. I guess he really liked what Jazzo and Crosswise did.

Meanwhile, at 5 months pregnant, I lead the medic into the medic bay for his ultrasound.

"It's a mech!" Perceptor said.

I was really happy. Ratchet, on the other hand, looked lost in a dream.

"We're having a mech!" I told him.

We were so happy.

Over the next 4 months, Mirage and Hound found out they are having a mech together.

But when Ratchet was 7 months pregnant, he had to go back to his job instead of resting. Sideswipe had some virus that caused devastation to his system.

Ratchet realized it was a ECV. A Evolution Crowd Virus. It was ruled down to something bad for Sideswipe.

Truth was, ECV was caused by pregnancy! Sideswipe was pregnant! It was a shock to him, as he never knew, and he hadn't been near anyone!

Sunstreaker didn't seem happy either, being an Uncle! He wasn't aware of his twin being sparked up, but he was going to have a nephew, so he was happy. They both had something to concentrate on instead of pulling jokes and pranks.

As for Jazz and Prowl, I predicted right. Jazz decided not to know the gender of his sparkling. He said he'd keep it secret, and be a surprise for all.

As for me and Ratchet, we're happy now. With a month to go, I keep counting the days for when our little mech arrives.

News: Thanks for your time Ironhide.

That was Ironhide's interview with the News.

Up next, couple Mirage and Hound. Hound was too giddy and over excited to talk to us, but we got an interview with Mirage, which Hound did attend eventually, telling of his excitement to be a dad

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Re-edited: 22/04/2012