It was Ratchet's birthday today, but he just shrugged it off sadly. He missed Wheeljack. They have been dating for over a year, but Wheeljack had left again.

If anyone asked, Ratchet flat out denied missing Wheeljack. But everyone saw differently.

"Okay. So what does Ratchet like? Other than wrenches." Miko asked. "He likes the colors orange and white. Hence his paint job." Raf replied. "He likes building things." Bulkhead offered.

"He loves Wheeljack." Jazz stated. "Yeah about Wheeljack. He is currently in my closet, tied in a pink bow. We're going to surprise Ratchet, with him. They haven't seen each other in a while." Ironhide stated.

"Okay. He likes reading a lot, drawing/sketching, certain music, tools." Arcee stated. "Let's start decorating!" Jack smirked.

Ratchet was just coming back from patrol when he felt Optimus cover his eyes. "Optimus? W-what are you doing?" Ratchet asked, slightly startled.

"I apologize, Ratchet. But you cannot see until I was granted permission." Optimus chuckled. Ratchet was very confused until he was allowed to open his eyes.

There was orange and white decorations in the base. "What is all this?" Ratchet asked, slightly confused. "We noticed that it was your birthday and we wanted to at least decorate for it. Are you mad?" Summer asked.

"No, I'm not mad. I just...never celebrated anything before. And to me, my birthday is just another day." Ratchet replied. "How so?" Magnus asked.

"Growing up, my dad just abused me and killed my mom when I was 6. She died the day right after my birthday. Right after the funeral, my dad brought home another woman. He claimed that she was helping him move on from my mother. That was a lie. I walked in on them kissing and making out on the floor. I've never really celebrated my birthday before or after that. Ironhide had to save me a couple times." Ratchet explained.

"Save you from what?" Sides asked. "My dad and suicide. Mostly suicide." Ratchet replied. Everyone was shocked. "We're way off topic. We have some presents for you and I'm sure you'll like them." Jack stated.

Here is the list:

Ironhide- books
Jazz, and the twins- sketch pad and utensils. AKA coloring pencils, pencils, pens, markers.
Everyone else: NEW PAINT JOB!!

Once most of the present were given, Ironhide went to his room. "Close your eyes, Ratch. I got one more present for you!" Ironhide instructed. Ratchet was confused but he obeyed.

Ironhide came out, with Wheeljack! "You can open your eyes now, Ratchet." Ironhide smirked. Ratchet did and was shocked at seeing Wheeljack.

"Uh hiya Ratchet." Wheeljack greeted, struggling to move. Ratchet moved closer to Wheeljack and closed the gap between them. AKA they kissed.

Later that day, Ratchet had put the twins to bed. He was the only one who could do that. As Wheeljack and Ratchet laid together in bed, Ratchet felt safe, secure, with Wheeljack around.

"Hey Jackie?" Ratchet asked. "Hmm?" Wheeljack asked. "Do you.. regret being with me?" Ratchet asked. Wheeljack shot up in bed and looked at Ratchet, surprised.

He had dealt with Ratchet's short temper, and let the medic vent to him when needed. He never expected this; self doubt. He quickly gathered his thoughts and looked at his boyfriend.

"Of course I don't, Ratchet. You are my life." Wheeljack reassured. "Why not? I'm useless!" Ratchet protested. "You're not useless, Ratch. If anything, you're the smartest one here." Wheeljack retorted.

"You're the smart one. I'm not smart. I'm just a medic." Ratchet whispered. He felt tears prick his eyes. Wheeljack noticed and gently brought Ratchet to his body, where Ratchet finally released his tears.

"I'm so tired of not feeling like I belong." Ratchet sobbed.
(If you don't know what Ratchet means, listen to the song)

After Ratchet calmed down, he felt drained. "Tired?" Wheeljack guessed. "Yeah. Thanks for letting me vent to you. I appreciate it." Ratchet confirmed.

As they both laid down, Wheeljack had something flash into his mind. "Remember the vow you made to me when we started dating?" Wheeljack asked.

(The vow is at the wedding)

After a while, Ratchet and Wheeljack fell asleep in their bed. Ratchet was in Wheeljack's protective arms but didn't have a care in the world.

They were happy with each other and everyone saw how happy they were. After a few days, Ratchet and Wheeljack adopted Sunstreaker and Sideswipe as their own.