Hm, can I have Rodimus and Thunderclash with a reader who is one of the only other bots who doesn’t fall for Thunderclash’s charm purely because they have severe trust issues? Like, reader’s trying their best but they’ve been burned so many times that they’re just jaded at this point. (Platonic please)
☆ To Trust is To Be Patient — Thunderclash and Rodimus & Reader ☆
Genre: Platonic, Fluff || They/them pronouns for reader || No warnings needed
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ᯓᡣ𐭩 Thunderclash's achievements could not be understated. From educational to war accomplishments, it's no wonder why he was a well-respected figure in several circles. Despite that, the first time he approached you, you had the immediate urge to sink away from his offer at company
ᯓᡣ𐭩 You'd seen his type before, and you weren't interested. Decorated hero, charmer to apparently everyone, signing autographs by day and rescuing orphans by night. Yeah, sure. Everyone has their secrets, and you didn't trust a shiny face just for being polished. Every time Thunderclash attempted to speak to you, you found a way out of it, uncomfortable with his insistence to keep up that mask
ᯓᡣ𐭩 Thunderclash was deeply confused by your avoidance. He hadn't done anything to you, so why the sour treatment? Besides, even if it wasn't very humble to admit, he kinda got used to bots immediately taking to his side. He tried to be patient and respectful, but he felt kinda bad that he apparently upset you somehow
ᯓᡣ𐭩 You decided to bring up your suspicions with the closest bot you considered to be a friend. There had to be something beneath that, right? No bot can be that selfless and accomplished without hiding something. It's too perfect, too neat and tidy. He's too perfect, ridiculously so
ᯓᡣ𐭩 Rodimus Prime ended up being the bot you turned to. Unfortunately for you, Rodimus also seemed to admire Thunderclash to bits. Thunders is a great guy, don't worry! One of the best Autobots there is, y'know? He's not out to get you or anyone else, just relax!
ᯓᡣ𐭩 Despite the fact that the reassurances came from a bot you trusted, you still had your reservations. Still, if Rodimus trusted him, then it's... probably fine. 65% chance it goes wrong. You decide to tolerate polite smalltalk from Thunderclash following your talk with Rodimus
ᯓᡣ𐭩 Rodimus decides to intervene on your behalf and actually properly introduce you two. Thunderclash was relieved to be able to have a real conversation with you, and to your surprise, he was actually nice to speak with. Maybe, just maybe, you had to admit to yourself that you jumped the gun on assuming things about the guy
ᯓᡣ𐭩 From there it got easier. Rodimus often accompanied you to talk to Thunderclash, which made conversations a lot easier. Turns out he was what everyone said. Just a really dedicated Autobot with a spark of courage. You still rolled your eyes at his more elaborate tales, but ultimately decided that this wasn't so bad. Maybe you could hang out more often sometime