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Racing Redemption

Summary:

After the events of Transformers Prime, the human kids convince Knockout to race in NASCAR behind Ratchet's back. Recruiting a stranger to be the "driver", this begins their long journey to disguise Knockout as a simple stock car and win first place, but it's harder than it seems. Although discordant at first, they slowly grow into a family. And that's when things fall apart.

Chapter 1: I N T R O D U C T I O N

Notes:

(See the end of the chapter for notes.)

Chapter Text

Introduction

 

This is the story of a girl who’s always kept the world at arm’s length. A story of new-found family - with both the happiness and suffering that it brings.

 

This is the story of an ex-Decepticon mistrusted by all, despite his intents. A story of how far he’ll go to keep the little trust he has.

 

This is the story of a family of children left behind by their idols, hoping to see them once more as they count down the days until the end of their childlike freedom. A story of savoring the last moments they have.

 

Of an elite guard warrior, worn down by discipline and responsibility. Of reminiscing about the days of innocent unaccountability - and paying the price.

 

Of a tired medic, left behind and then left alone. Of learning to cope with feeling unwanted.

 

Of a kind Decepticon and his dog; a long-lost seeker thought dead. Of finding his place in the world.

 

Of growth and betrayal; family and deceit.

 

But this is also the story of a bitter seeker, and an unknowing story of revenge: for slights recent, and for secrets long past.

 

What may seem like a simple fun summer event has long-reaching implications - and this is a story of consequences.

Notes:

Hi everyone! This entire fic was planned out before I even started writing it, and I promise it gets better/more serious past the beginning! 40k in so far and I'm finally nearing the end, and then I have two small one-shots planned for after. As always, thanks for reading!