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Frostbite woke to the feeling of someone stroking his helm. He opened his optics blearily and saw a sleek silver face staring down at him, grinning.
It was Knockout, though his grin seemed to lack it's usual confidence. Still half asleep, Frostbite reached a hand upward to touch the mechs face. He wondered if it would feel as smooth as it looked. The slim fingers grazed his cheek, and the face looked at him softly. Knockout gently pressed the hand closer, enjoying the feeling. Affection filled the 'cons optics. He pulled it away with a sigh.
"Come on Frostbite, it's time to wake up. We have a busy day ahead of us." He said, lightly shaking his shoulder. Knockout laughed when he groaned and rolled back over to his side. He shook him firmly and Frostbite smacked his hand away. The 'con grinned at his actions and decided to use threats instead.
"Well, I guess that means I'll have to carry you again. I'll be sure to introduce you to every Decepticon we pass." His voice was nonchalant, though inwardly he was laughing.
Frostbite shot up straight at that. He wasn't about to be hauled around the ship like a child!
"Alright alright! I'm up okay? I can walk on my own two feet!" Frostbite shouted as he leaned over the bed to get up. He gave a small yawn as he got off the bed.
"Let's go Frostbite. I wanted to show you around the Nemesis before we go on your first scouting recon." Knockout placed a hand on the small of his back and guided him to the door.
"Recon? Why would I do that?" Frostbite really wished he could remember something. But whenever he tried there was nothing but a black void and maybe a blurry image. Not enough for him to recall anything.
"You're Lord Megatrons newest recruit so you'll have the easiest and most boring missions for awhile. You're also the only one on this ship who has the build to be a scout, so the job is perfect for you." Knockout explained while glancing at Frostbite, optics trailing over all his lovely curves.
"Will...will you be there with me?" Frostbite said, ignoring Knockouts wondering gaze. He was afraid of going somewhere unknown and alone.
"Of course. This is your first mission, so someone needs to keep an eye on you. Now come along, we've been standing around long enough." He reassured before nudging him out the door.
Frostbite sighed in relief.
"So where are we going?"
"To search for energon deposits. Soundwave has detected another reading, so were to see if it's worth excavating."
The name clicked in his mind as he recognized it.
"Hey, who is Soundwave? I heard someone talking to him yesterday when I was hiding." Knockout gave him a look. It was astounding that the little mech hadn't been discovered by the silent Decepticon.
"He's our communication expert and third in command. Megatrons eyes and ears. Doesn't speak much. Or at all." Frostbite looked bewildered.
"Then how is he the communications expert if he doesn't talk?"
"He has his ways. Don't underestimate Soundwave, he's stronger than he looks." Knockout had seen it firsthand when he took out Airachinid. He wasn't eager to fight the third in command anytime soon.
Frostbite nodded in acknowledgement before the conversation changed direction.
"In case you decide to 'explore' again, I'm giving you a map of the ship." He said with narrowed optics and Frostbite grinned sheepishly while rubbing the back of his head. Knockout sent a com and the detailed map came with it.
"Thanks." Frostbite said gratefully as he brought it up to see where they were headed. He was surprised when it showed that they were heading in the direction of the training area.
"Why're we heading there?" He asked curiously. Knockout looked down to him, chuckling lightly.
"Just showing you around. Plus you'll need to train here in case you ever run into trouble while on recon."
"Oh." Frostbite didn't question further, instead just continuing to follow Knockout through the ship. Occasionally they would run into a what Knockout had told him was a vehicon. They always gave him a curious look. Or at least he thought they did. They didn't have much of a face so he couldn't tell. But their optics always lingered on him as they walked by. It made him feel uncomfortable and he moved closer to Knockout.
Every Decepticon had looked at him strangely along the way. Little did he know that every one he passed thought he was frag worthy and being a Decepticon was the icing on the cake. Word had already spread among the ranks of the mechs arrival and his recruitment. Knockouts hologram of Frostbite didn't do him justice. Nor was it as satisfying as looking at the real thing.
Making one last turn, the pair was faced with a large door. Knockout walked forward, Frostbite following closely behind. Inside the room were Decepticons shooting targets and sparring with one another.
One in particular caught Frostbites attention. A large blue 'con with a yellow double pointed face who was quite a few times taller than him. He was switching between a large machine gun like weapon and a sword. He watched in awe at the obviously skillful mech.
Frostbites stare did not go unnoticed. Knockout followed his gaze and saw who it was.
"That's Dreadwing, Lord Megatrons second in command. Bit of a stiff if you ask me." He said while watching Dreadwing train. The SIC always was too serious for Knockouts taste. Took the fun out of things he thought.
Dreadwing sheath his blade and noticed the staring optics. He was mildly surprised when he saw an unknown mech standing next to the medic. He raised a brow at the small form of Frostbite. He would have though him a femme if it weren't for the flat chest.
He walked over to the pair, intending to find out who this new Decepticon was. He had heard some rumors of a new recruit, but no name had been given.
Frostbite was quick to hide behind Knockout. Dreadwing was very intimidating. Knockout chuckled and even Dreadwing was smiling lightly.
"I doubt he'll hurt you. He's a Decepticon of honor." He said, trying to nudge him to the front to meet the second in command. His hand slipped down further than need be and brushed against Frostbites aft.
The little mech gasped in surprise at the wondering hand, smacking it before jumping away. He bumped into Dreadwing, falling forward from his sudden stop. A clawed hand caught him around his slim waist before he kissed the floor. Being placed gently on his feet, he turned, looking up at Dreadwing.
"Careful." Said Dreadwing, his deep voice reverberating through Frostbite.
"I'm sorry!" He apologized hastily, looking to the ground. His face was warm with the tinge of embarrassment.
"It was an accident. No harm done." Dreadwing assured him. He stared at the flustered mech before asking the question he had wanted to know since he laid optic on him. "What is your designation?"
Frostbite raised his head from the floor, looking at the 'cons face. He managed a nervous smile and held out his hand in a very human like gesture.
Knockout and Dreadwing both raised a brow. Where had he picked that up from?
Dreadwing took it nonetheless, gripping the servo firmly. He marveled at how small the hand was compared to his before drawing back.
"My name's Frostbite." He said, oblivious to their thoughts.
Dreadwing looked Frostbite over. He certainly was small for a Decepticon, but size didn't always matter. The Autobot femme had proven it several times over.
Knockout decided that it was time to leave and placed a hand on Frostbites shoulder. The mech turned his to the side to look at the medic.
"We have to go now. Lord Megatron wanted to see you before we leave." He said, looking to the SIC.
"Very well. Do not fail your mission." Dreadwing said, beginning to turn away to train again.
"Alright. Bye!" Called out Frostbite to the large 'con. He hoped to see him again. Dreadwing didn't seem so bad. Following Knockout to the exit, he didn't notice or hear him mutter his own farewells.
Dreadwing optics didn't leave the small mechs form as he left. He seemed too innocent to be a Decepticon but it wasn't his choice to make. Facial plates heated as he thought about wanting to hold him again. He was so small in his hands...
He shook his head of such thoughts and returned to his daily routine, his mind occasionally floating back to Frostbites small form.
Knockout and Frostbite entered the command room, where the warlord had been waiting for them. A pang of fear ran through Frostbite as he saw Megatron for the first time in his short memory. Bad feelings rose from the sight of him and something told Frostbite to be cautious.
Turning upon hearing them, Megatrons optics raked across the amnesiac mech body. He was just as beautiful as the last time and far more vulnerable. Optics narrowed and he grinned. He walked over, each footstep sending causing small tremors.
"I expect an energon mine when you return Knockout." He said, voice dangerously low and removing his gaze from Frostbite to look at Knockout.
"Yes Lord Megatron. Frostbite and I won't disappoint." Knockout promised, noticing the frightened look of his charge, as did Megatron. It was time to get out of here before he fled in a panic. "We'll just take our leave now..." Megatron nodded, red eyes narrowed, and Knockout took hold of Frostbites arm firmly, asking Soundwave to bring up a groundbridge so they could be on their way.
The bridge flared to life and they walked through. Knockout worried for Frostbites safety. The poor mech was already terrified enough by memories he could not remember and the warlords presence had only made it worse. He didn't doubt that Megatron would do the unthinkable. Not when he was so obviously enraptured in the little mechs body.
He sighed as they exited and were now at the entrance to a large cave. They were thoughts for another time.
"Calm down Frostbite. I won't let anything happen to you." Reassured the medic, taking hold of his face gently. Frostbite took his hand between his two smaller ones, holding on to it like a lifeline.
"I-I know...but he's..." His voice trailed off, unable to describe exactly what he was.
"Yes I know, frightening, intimidating and scary beyond all reason." Exaggerated Knockout, trying to bring a smile to his face.
It worked and Frostbite even laughed a little. Then he looked down the cave and back to Knockout.
"I guess we should get going. Don't want to see Megatron upset now do we?" Walking forward and Frostbite followed loyally.
It wouldn't hurt if they took their time though...
-Autobot base-
Ratchet looked up immediately when the monitor began to beep. Two life signatures had popped up.
"Arcee!" He called out and the femme turned to see what was wrong.
"What is it?" She said calmly. There was no need to get worked up.
"It's Jack! He's outside the Nemesis...with a Decepticon." Ratchet shouted, already punching in the coordinates for the groundbridge. He already knew that she was going to leave regardless of her orders.
Arcee's thoughts were erratic. Were they going to kill him?! She couldn't let that happen!
"Autobots prepare to roll out. Arcee stay here. You're anger will not help-" Came Optimus deep voice. He was ignored as she transformed into her alt mode and took off through the bridge.
She was going to save her partner, consequences be damned.
So how do ya'll think it's coming so far? Is Frostbites turning out alright?