-Later-

(I'm sorry if I made Ultra Magnus look like a jerk but I don't like him that much)

Wheeljack returned from his drive, transforming and stretching his joints. "Aw yeah, that was a good drive." He sighed, flexing his fingers as he sauntered over to the center of the room.

Ratchet almost forgot what he wanted to do and jumped a little, turning around to catch Wheeljack before he walked away. "Hey Wheeljack, can I talk to you for a second?"

Wheeljack looked at Ratchet and smiled. "Sure!" He said, walking over to him.

Ratchet felt his spark pulse again as Wheeljack came closer. They both blushed and looked away, equally embarrassed.

Ratchet cleared his throat and tried to compose himself. "I've been meaning to tell you this for a while now... I just haven't had the chance."

Wheeljack tilted his head, a look of confusion on his face. "What is it, sunshine?"

Ratchet's face grew hot and he almost couldn't keep it together. "I....I like you.." he muttered, glancing away quickly.

"Y-You do? Really?" Wheeljack said, excitement rising in his chest.

Ratchet nodded, a small smile appearing on his face. He was caught by surprise when Wheeljack wrapped his arms around him and hugged him tightly. The warmth from him was comforting and Ratchet nestled his head on Wheeljack's shoulder, hugging him back.

"What is going on here?" A gruff voice said in a commanding tone.

Wheeljack's optics widened and he glared over Ratchet at Ultra Magnus, who had just entered the room.

Ratchet mumbled something, not wanting to let go. Wheeljack held him closer and frowned. "None of your business."

"Oh, it is my business. I thought I told you before, it is inappropriate to show feelings such as this during a war!" Ultra Magnus snarled harshly, crossing his arms.

Ratchet released Wheeljack, still keeping one arm around him as he turned to glare at Ultra Magnus. "Optimus said no such thing when Arcee and Cliffjumper were together! You have no right to tell us that we can't have a relationship." He said coldly, his optics narrowed.

"Are you questioning my authority, Doctor?" Ultra Magnus said in a threatening tone, leaning in closer.

Wheeljack pushed Ratchet behind him and came face to face with Ultra Magnus. "No disrespect, but we can do whatever we please with our lives. You just wouldn't understand that because you're a "by the book" kind of bot. No one likes those kinds of bots. Come on Ratchet, lets go somewhere else." He huffed, lightly pulling him by the hand out of the base.

Ultra Magnus stood in silence, anger brewing inside of him. He turned on his heel and went back down the hallway towards Optimus's quarters. He was going to tell him everything.

-Outside of the base-

"I can't believe that Ultra Magnus thinks he can order us around like some kind of foot soldier! It's our lives and we choose what we want to do with it! It's not my fault we got dragged into this war!" Wheeljack raged, smashing his fist against the rock wall.

"Wheeljack, calm down. He just doesn't understand what it feels like to show feelings towards another bot. Optimus will understand, I'm sure of it." Ratchet said softly, laying a hand on Wheeljack's shoulder.

Feeling Ratchet's soft touch, Wheeljack loosened up and sighed, his shoulders sagging. "I'm sorry, Ratch. I just get so angry when he gets in my way."

"How long have you known him?"

"Ever since the Wreckers were together on Cybertron. Once he gained command of the group, I just couldn't take it anymore. Things weren't like it used to be. That's why I left." Wheeljack said, leaning against the wall and looking up at the sky.

"I know how you feel. You don't like authority and being ordered around. I don't like him either but he is second in command. At least show a little respect, for me." Ratchet said, looking into Wheeljack's optics.

Wheeljack basically melted under the soft gaze of Ratchet's optics. He smirked, hugging him tightly. Ratchet held him close, gently stroking his back.

"We should go back inside, they're probably looking for us.." Ratchet said, pulling away from Wheeljack and starting to walk back inside.

"Ratchet, Wait!"

Ratchet turned around, tilting his head. What he was met with completely blew him away.

Wheeljack pressed his lips against Ratchet's in a passionate kiss. Ratchet went red in surprise, but was lulled by the soothing kiss. He wrapped his arms around Wheeljack and pulled him close.

"I love you.." Wheeljack mumbled.

"I love you too." Ratchet mumbled back, slowly pulling away from Wheeljack and smiling.

Wheeljack was pink in the face and rubbing the back of his helm. "That was.... um.... amazing.." he chuckled, turning a brighter shade of pink.

"Yeah, now come on you lunkhead. Lets go back inside." Ratchet smirked, pulling Wheeljack by the arm back into the base.