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[TFP] ♡ "AVOIDANT DARLING" Knockout HCs

old hcs right from my ao3 i spent a lot of time rewritting cause i HATED how cringy it was omg.... reworked reader's personality a bit. there isn't enough silent, strong and avoidant types of reader insert characters out there so here's one for my people. MIGHT BE OOC!!! also, this is purely fluff

scenario: the medic finds himself falling for a warrior who seems to lags in romance

note: reader is taller than Knockout, they have a stronger frame and is intimidating so they're usually alone. (nsfw ver.)

— Out of everyone onboard the Nemesis, Knockout is the only one who has any sort of charisma required for romance, and you fell straight into his game. He's as promiscuous as they come, a shameless flirt, and he's had his optics on you for a while, checking you out when you aren’t looking. Strong stabilizers, servos with a crushing grip, sleek yet bulky in the right areas. Built for speed and strength; he found it incredibly attractive. Knockout likes them real heavy duty. But of course, he isn't some cheap pervert. He's smooth with his advances. Knockout is determined to break your Stoic Decepticon warrior facade and see the 'Con underneath.

— You were one of the few warriors on board The Nemesis currently and Megatron considered you one of his finest but one day, back when Starscream was in charge, you got severely injured. After a long rant from a very fussy Starscream, you were taken to the Med-Bay and that’s where you met him. A handsome ‘Con with a lustrous red finish, the newly appointed CMO (Chief Medical Officer) onboard the Nemesis, Knockout.

“I thought every warrior was a natural at neglecting their frame but yours looks absolutely dashing.” First thing Knockout said when he saw you, he chooses to ignore the many paint scratches for now. Honestly, you didn’t know what to say. As a warrior, you’ve only ever been met with the gaze of fear or respect, sometimes admiration but this mech’s optics shined with… something entirely different and foreign to you, but it motivated you to try and compliment him back. “...I like your finish.” Knockout felt his spark flutter momentarily as those words left your denta, he just stood there by the examination table in silence for a second. The flashy race-car can see how the gears in your helm are turning, trying to process his compliment… You don’t get a lot of those, do you? He didn’t expect a response. He just snickers in disbelief, drifting away in thought momentarily. Knockout likes you more already; he was honestly expecting a glare, but you seemed to engage. A good start. “Are… we doing this… or?” You spoke with a raised optic ridge, snapping him out of his trance. You look apprehensive, like you truly despise being at the medics. So you're one of those types. Knockout can basically feel the excitement, he's going to enjoy this. He’ll make sure you love the medbay. “Ah, yes. Of course!” He scoffs, an amused smile playing on the corners of his dermas while you try to sit up on the medical berth. The doctor moving towards you and standing right beside you, his digits moving to work with meticulous precision. Soldering small rips & tears as well as making sure none of your fuel lines were leaking. You feel a slight shudder down your spinal struts, knowingly caused by the doctor when his servos grazed one of the sensors by your neck. Knockout was done with your repairs rather quickly— There was no deep damage done to your plating so it wasn’t too hard either, but there was a concerning number of tears and damage onto your wires. The mech can’t even fathom walking around like you do with all your… paint scratches… He shudders at the thought… You try rising to get off the medical berth and move along with your day a few seconds after the red medic leaned away from the berth and went to put his equipment back. "Ah! Slowly.." He rushes over, dropping whatever it was he was doing to gently help you get up. "The soldering work will need some tweaks later on this week so try not to move around too much." Knockout replies, servos gently inspecting the newly patched up scar on your shoulder plating, making sure his touch doesn't linger for too long. He looks back up at you. You can tell there's... something behind his touch. You can't seem to tell what. “By the way, what is your name?” Knockout asks as he proceeds to inspect the wounds near your chassis. Your optics are fixed onto his helm, there's curiosity mixed with intrigue. He stands out to you in a way you really can’t explain, and you can tell the medic too is oddly… interested. He was going to enjoy his time with you.

— In Knockout’s perspective, it’s not everyday you meet someone on this blasted ship that actually attempts to engage in conversation (excluding his dear nurse, Breakdown) so Knockout tries to approach you, and you begin spending time together. The two of you developed a sort of flirtationship. He teases you, you fail to realize it, and you just compliment him back, not realizing how it affects Knockout. His main intention, however, is to try to make you flustered. Make the heat rise to your faceplates like he did when you two first met at the medbay.

Sometimes it works, other times he sounds a bit cheesy. Knockout mostly wins though, leaving you flustered. And he realizes he might have a thing for making strong bots all flustered. To you, however, this was the most unusual development ever. People feared you, they stayed away from you. And here is this… little medic gambling his luck with you. You would’ve told him off long ago if you didn’t actually… enjoy having someone to talk to for once.

— But to Knockout, this was a game. You just about captured his spark the moment you spoke. This has never happened to Knockout. He was the one supposed to make people swoon, not you! This was a blow to his pride. Knockout still wants you, though. So, he was going to do what he does best, sweet-talking, he was going to talk his way into your spark and then, he would have you ask him out instead. Knockout considered himself a mastermind. He was going to come out of this game as a winner no matter w h a t.

— He was going to make you catch feelings. Knockout was a medic with a mission. A mission he was going to fulfil.

— Knockout and you became closer as Knockout began seizing every opportunity he could to spend time with you. Especially after the Autobots roughen you up after another gruelling day of defending the mines. He won't admit it, but there's something attractive about the way you seem all pissed off when you enter the med-bay after a long day to get your repairs. Your anger is... hot. But you seem to move into a more pleasant mood after talking to him as he repairs you. Usually, he'd ask for his patients to remain quiet, but he likes hearing you talk. Also, you compliment his finish, he loves it.

— Eventually, he even began inviting you to his racing joyrides. You might’ve been stronger, but he was faster; however, Knockout did let you win a couple of them as charity. He didn’t want you to think that he was cruel, after all. As a bonus, you get to enjoy some of the only good things this dirt ball called Earth has to offer, a pleasant scenery.

— The two of you even began exploring the human world in your respective holoforms. He managed to convince you after seeing your reluctance, your justification being Megatron’s strict orders not to indulge in the human world. Big M was never a fan of fun anyway and Knockout was not going to let the warlord ruin his fun. You learned more about Earth customs and culture alongside Knockout. The two of you even used the money from winning all those street races in various places like arcades and clothing stores.

“Do these suit me?” Knockout asks you as you sit on a comfy chair. You were in the “men’s” section of the human clothing aisle. Honestly, you didn’t understand the gender division on human clothing. Humans were weird. They need clothes purely for their protection but then became for own aesthetic purposes as well and now associated said aesthetics with a gender? How backward. He wore something humans called a Tux, short for Tuxedo. The two of you had even once watched a movie with the same title. His red hair was slicked back, the dark colours of the Tux really suited Knockout’s holoform. It made his well-built figure stand out more and complimented his red hair. “You look as gorgeous as ever, Knockout.... by human standards at least...”

— Knockout had learned a lot more about you after spending time with you. Now, he knows your interests, your likes, your dislikes and all of that important information. He was going to use all of this knowledge to the fullest for his mission. He's also come to the realization you're a lot goofier than you let on which he actually finds a bit endearing.

— You, on the other hand, regrettably began developing feelings for the mech. Knockout always teased that you were in love with him, you always denied, but now it’s like it was coming back to bite you on your skid plate. You could imagine the smug look on that slagger's face if you ever intend to tell him. You’re… not the best at conveying how you feel. Or processing your emotions in general. Years of war had led you to bottle most of it up and throw it away, but Knockout reaches out to you. He’s made it obvious that he wants to open those bottles, soothe you in ways you wouldn’t have thought of. And that, the unknown comfort of companionship scares you.

— Knockout noticed how you were being a little… distant lately. Was he doing something wrong? He can’t lose you yet! So, Knockout begins to be more considerate than usual, he toned down the cockiness and flirting. That just made you fall in even harder because kindness was always withheld from you which made you more embarrassed to be around KO. A self-feeding loop.

— Breakdown is just watching the both of you, cheering on Knockout from the sidelines. Honestly, it's like entertainment to him, but it's frustrating. Knockout told him about what he was planning. ‘What a dork.’ Was the only thought in his helm upon hearing Knockout’s delusional idea. But, it did take everything in his power not to tell you. Honestly, Breakdown doesn't see why Knockout doesn’t just go up to you and ask you out at this point. Why is he going so far as to make you want him back and then make you ask him out? Just kiss already! Breakdown is the most normal on board The Nemesis.

— Knockout constantly rants about you to Breakdown and his Knockout’s biggest frustration is that he can’t tell whether you’ve fallen for him or not. Breakdown just wants you two together so he could stop having to hear about Knockout’s stupid crush 24/7. It's driving him mad.

— Imagine the smile plastered across Breakdown’s face when you approach him about your ‘situation’ with Knockout. Do you like him back? LET'S GOOOOOOOOOO. It takes every ounce of energon in Breakdown’s circuits to not yell out that Knockout likes you back. Mostly because he knows the doctor would have his helm.

“If you like him, why don’t you ask him out?” Breakdown suggests, helping out Knockout with his master plan. He’s internally screaming, that lunatic did it. Knockout has you wanting him. “Well, I don’t know if he likes me back and...” You respond. Breakdown pauses for a moment, there's no way you're that dense. Or maybe you're stupid. But again, Knockout is generally flirtatious so it adds up. “Are you afraid of him… rejecting you?” He snickers. Only if you knew. You look like you were caught red-handed and scramble to respond. “No! Well, not just that…” You mumble back, a hand caressing the back of your neck supports as you mutter something. You should see how you look. Breakdown is no fool, he stops himself from roaring with laughter once he gets what you seem to have the lack of words to say, and you give out an exasperated vent while rolling your optics at his immature response. “Are you saying that you, one of the bravest warriors out there, can fight autobots twice as strong as them fearlessly but have never been courted before?” Breakdown taunts, occasionally letting out laughs he’s been holding back in between words. You look like you took a heavy blow and immediately try to defend yourself. “When you put it like that-” “A load of scrap. You’re one of the bravest of us all and if you can’t ask one mech out, can you really call yourself a warrior? Tell me!” Breakdown exclaims. Challenging you, he knows you won't back down from one. Every Decepticon had an ego, you're no exception. You grimace, optics narrowing at him as you internally debate. Sitting down for a moment as you collect your thoughts. You hate to admit it, but he had a point and that irked you. You feel terrible for avoiding Knockout in the first place! But you can’t want to confront these… uncomfortable emotions. “...I’m scared.” You mutter, Breakdown reads the weight of your words and his laughter ceases as he listens. You purse your dermas into a line and sigh, not wanting to admit this. “I’m just… terrified. Of opening up…” You say, you’ve never felt this vulnerable before and Breakdown can see it. He shifts, moving towards you. Placing a servo on your pauldron to comfort you. The room goes quiet for moments. “...I have to ask Knockout out.” You sigh, breaking the silence. Breakdown is right. This was a matter of your pride! How were you to be a warrior if you couldn’t explore something new? Try something you’ve never really… tried. Breakdown smiles at your conviction, a strange pride emanating from it. Knockout better thank him. “You have to do what now? Is there dirt in your vocalizers?” He asks, teasing you. Demanding you have a firmer resolve on your decision. Breakdown has successfully managed to make you cement your decision. But... he won’t tell Knockout about this. Not yet. Let it be a surprise. “I have to ask Knockout on a date!” You exclaim louder, the resolve firm and clear. Though, Soundwave across the room probably heard that. He doesn't really care. “That’s the spark!” Breakdown praised as he patted your back.

— Breakdown decides to play the role of double agent. He tells Knockout that you have indeed slightly fallen for his stupid plan that miraculously worked and at the same time, he tells you that Knockout is partially interested in you. He conveniently leaves the part out that you will confess to Knockout when he gives in his report, though.

— Breakdown gives you advice on how to ask out KO and tells you about all his little pet peeves and such. What he finds attractive, what sort of activities he enjoys other than the ones you know. Breakdown is the realest.

— You finally muster up the courage to ask out Knockout on a date. Breakdown is just internally squealing in delight and relief as Knockout grabs your helm to place a soft kiss on your derma. Knockout is finally relieved, his mission was a success, he won a game you didn't even know you were a part of.

— You and Knockout’s idea of having fun is mainly just exploring the human world together. The two of you go to theatre drive-ins to watch human cinema, humans have quite some ridiculous yet creative ideas. The two of you mainly watch horror movies. Knockout’s favourite human horror movie (which actually scared him) is 28 Days Later.

— The two of you use buffers on each other. Knockout enjoys cleaning you, he finds a certain profound feeling when he helps tidy up the love of his life. He also gives you a free massage.

— This mech is a major tease. He’s the type to come up from behind and wrap his servos around your waist and whisper sweet words to you from behind as you’re doing something. He doesn't care if it's something important. Just as long as Megatron or Starscream aren't in the room. The problem is, he is much shorter than you so it looks kind of awkward.

— Knockout is narcissistic but not in a psychopathic way. He knows he’s fabulous but will happily listen to others tell him sweet praises that he already knows that is true about himself. Fuel him. He likes it.

— MATCHING PAINT JOBS! He loves having matching paint jobs with you. The two of you pick colours and keep getting your paint jobs changed every month. Two Cybertronian fashion icons.

— He will educate you on some basic medical procedures so you could take care of yourself just in case he’s not there. KO loves you and doesn’t want you hurt.

— Knockout will internally jump up and down and squeal if he gets assigned on a mission with you. He loves watching you kick skid-plate. There is something incredibly arousing about the way you gracefully move to combat those pesky Autobots. You could punch him and he would probably moan. He rarely gets to go on a mission with you. He also patches you up on the field.

— Will spew out suggestive things to you without a filter. It grosses Starscream out, but you look all flustered and embarrassed and squirmy, so Knockout enjoys it.

— Breakdown often ends up third wheeling your dates. It gets awkward for him though, the two of you would be making out, and he would just be sitting there, trying to focus on something else. And occasionally gets to join.

— Knockout will happily show you affection publicly, no matter where you guys are. He gives zero shits. The whole war ship knows the two of you are together. There were rumours going around even before you officially asked KO out.

— The Nemesis’s power-couple. And Breakdown is all here for it. He’s like both of your hype mech. He will cheer the two of you on, and he’s just there to support the two of you. Maybe even join in.

— Knockout is a mech that knows his worth. He knows that he’s the finest mech on that warship and that you’re never going to bag another one like him in the next millennia. You’ll always reject everyone else’s advances for him. KO knows that you’re never going to leave him so he rarely ever gets possessive or jealous.

— But if, let's just say, someone is trying actively to pursue you, and he won’t take a hint and leave, Knockout will wrap his servo around your waist and just death glare whoever the pursuer was with the most snarky quips he can conjure up. However, he’s a mech that will try to defuse the situation peacefully; through words.

— The only person he is slightly jealous of is Dreadwing because Lord Megatron assigned him as your partner. Dreadwing gets to see you in action but your soon-to-be-Conjux can't? Unfair!

— Speaking of which, Knockout is a more casual mech. He's usually not looking for the long term but if you really stand out to him, soon-to-be-Conjux it is.

— The two of you sometimes hang out in your holoforms. Both of you once went into a photo booth and took so many pictures. He has most of those with him. Knockout claims that since he paid for them, he should be allowed to keep them. He does give you some of them.

— He loves it when you tease him back. He sees it as you coming out of your shell and trying to initiate with him. It also gives him an opportunity to one-up you and leave you speechless.

— You sometimes write him cheesy love poems, and he collects them all and keeps them as this one big collection of your words.

— He knows you're terrible at flirting and will remind you of it. It's adorable to watch you try and be seductive.

— He’s the type to giggle and kick his pedes if you comm him, metaphorically. Like the second he hears your voice, all anger just melts away, and he’s smiling hard. It annoys Starscream when that happens, but he’s just jealous that he doesn’t have anyone who makes him feel the same way.

— Knockout sits down and listens to how you feel, he might be a little pushy because it bothers him when you feel overwhelmed and start avoiding him. The show-off is well aware of how you go non-verbal at times and has come to get used to it. He tries to be as attentive as he can with you. His patience may not be limitless but he really, really tries.

— He understands that you are a gentler mech. You'd rather have his helm on your lap so that you could delicately caress him. He wants to be with you forever when he sees the way you smile at him from above. Its sappy, he knows it, but he doesn't care.

— He loves cuddling with you. Especially since you're bigger than him. He soaks up all the warmth from your frame and will readily climb onto your lap any given moment. Cage him in with your servos and it's all the better. Just watch out for his paint.

— You and Knockout get along well despite being polar opposites. You compliment each other, literally and figuratively.

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