Author's Notes: This is my first story on and I hope you enjoy it. I decided to take a Halloween themed approach even though the holiday already passed. I hate how fast people shift from one holiday to another and I wanted to let the spirit of Halloween live on, at least a little bit through these chapters. Enjoy.

It was a warm October day in Savanna central as the fox and bunny duo patrolled the streets. One eagerly awaiting the opportunity to keep the peace and defend justice, the other eagerly awaiting their lunch break. It was around eleven and both were starting to feel peckish from walking all day. All was calm until Judy spotted a shifty looking wolf in an overcoat that had just left an electronics store. She normally would have paid no mind had he not had suspicious bulges throughout his coat.

Judy grabbed her partners sleeve to get his attention, "Nick do you see that guy over there? I think he just shoplifted from that carrot mobile store."

As Nick looked he noted some obvious signs of what he had done, " Yeah I think you're right Carrots, some mammals just don't take pride anymore in hustling like they used to. I mean look at all the obvious signs, I would never have done something this sloppy."

Judy gave an annoyed look, "Now's not the time to reminisce about your hustling days. We need to confront him and see what's going on." They started to speed up in his direction. As they approached they could make out a black stripe going down his neck that was dwarfed by black fur around the rest of his body. Once they were about ten feet behind him he turned around, and panic suddenly engulfed his face as he turned back and sprinted forward. Nick and Judy immediately followed suit with Judy in lead and Nick steps behind her.

Judy reached for her radio and called in, "Clawhauser we are in pursuit of a possible shoplifting suspect on Vine Street, requesting backup on standby!"

A surprised and startled voice returned, " Roger that radio in when the suspect is apprehended for pick up."

As Nick followed in pursuit he noted how fit and fast Judy was. He had felt strong emotions and admired such things about her ever since she came back to him under the bridge to apologize for the press conference. That had been nearly ten months ago. Since then, they solved the Bellwether case and Nick had graduated from the police academy. He recently only got back. It was just about a week ago when he first started as Judy's partner. But he had to focus now and push these thoughts out of his head. There was a perp to catch and he needed to dedicate 100% of his focus on that fact.

The duo slowly gained on the wolf who at this point was slowing from exhaustion. Judy yelled at the wolf, "Stop in the name of the law, citizen." The wolf turned down an alley and was met by a brick wall. He was trapped and had no escape. The duo cornered him but he wasn't going without a fight. Nick yelled at him to put his hands in the air but instead he witnessed the wolf pulling a knife from his pocket, and he charged the two mammals. He was inches away from stabbing Nick in the chest but what happened next shocked both of the present canines. Judy moved like a blur and not only disarmed the wolf but was now standing behind him with her pistol drawn.

The wolf was surprised by the inmammalian burst of speed, but Nick thought he saw something else. It seemed that Judy's eyes were a crimson red right after she appeared behind the apprehended predator. It's probably nothing, he thought. But something felt off to him. Nick quickly helped cuff the wolf and called for back up. As help arrived he mentioned to Judy, "You're really fast fluff, I guess you rabbits are just born that way."

A worried glance quickly came over and vanished from her face. "Y-Yeah I guess you could say that, I'm glad you are okay, Nick. I don't know what I'd do without you."

"Don't worry Judy. I'm planning on going out in a gang shoot out or something, not getting stabbed by some two-bit shoplifter," he said.

Judy responded: "Don't say something like that Nick. Now come on we can go on break now."

"Okay Jude's, but since I'm in horrific shock from what just happened, I get to pick where we eat." He smirked. "How about Buga'burger? I could go for something greasy right now."

"Nick you know I don't like eating unhealthy food like that, but I guess we can go this one time. Now get in the cruiser so we can go." She tapped her foot impatiently as she waited for him to get in the passenger side of their police issued squad car.

They drove to the nearest Buga'burger and went inside. There were some raccoons sitting down at a table to eat and a bear was alone in the back taking up a full booth seat. Nick ordered some fried crickets and to his surprise, Judy ordered the same item and not one of the more prey friendly meal choices. He said: "Wow Judy I didn't take you for much of a bug lover. You don't have to get them because I do, you know?"

They were handed their meals and as they went to find seats she responded, "I know but I've adapted to a slightly more carnivorous appetite lately. It kinda started about a month before you got back from the police academy," she finished before popping a cricket into her mouth.

Nick looked some what shocked but quickly recovered, "Well I never would've guessed. I must've missed a lot in those months I was gone."

For a second, Judy looked really sad and exclaimed, "Yeah I guess you did, (she brightens up a bit) but that's okay because you're back now. Also, I was thinking since it's the weekend tomorrow we should go do something after work tonight."

Nick responded a little too quickly, "Yeah that sounds great. We can catch a movie tonight or something."

Judy thought for a moment, then replied: "A movie sounds great, let's get back to the ZPD and fill out the paperwork from our arrest. And after we clock out we can head back to our apartments to get ready. Can we go after work at six?"

"Yeah that sounds good. Now let's get back and process the wolf." Judy shook her head in agreement and they headed back to the cruizer. Both were more excited than they wanted to let on.

The ride back was full of their usual banter of jokes and sly remarks. At one point, Nick got socked in the arm for calling Judy cute. What got to him more was the dangerous glare he was given from his partner. That made him realize he should really watch his tongue with that word. Once inside precinct, they greeted their favorite cheetah, who was in the middle of eating a donut. After some small talk with the robust feline, Judy excused herself to go to the restroom. As she turned to walk away, Nick couldn't help himself but to stare at her as she left. Clawhauser noticed this and decided to prod.

"So Nick, when are you gonna ask Judy out?" This caught him by surprise but he quickly recovered.

"I have no idea what you're talking about Spots, we're just….. friends." Nick was barely able to hide the nervousness in his voice.

"So then what would you call the way you were ogling her just now?" Nick did the best job he could to rebuild his emotional barriers to hide behind.

"I don't know what you're talking about Benji. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a tiny carrot to find and some paperwork to fill out."

Clawhauser looked sad but he still felt hope for the two. Judy could be seen in the distance leaving the restroom. "Speak of the carrot; there she is," Nick said as he left the front desk.

Nick caught up to her and they started walking back to their office, which was an elephant sized storage closet that had been converted for the two of them so that they could work together in peace. Time passed quickly for Judy but it could have gone faster if a certain fox put more effort into working, and less into making puns. "Nick can you please put more effort into helping so we can clock out."

"Come on Carrots, you know you wouldn't want me any other way. You love it when I joke around with you."

She would never admit it to him, but the fox was completely right. "Whatever, I'm done anyways. Let's change here, in the locker room, and we'll meet back at your car in a few."

Nick lazily nodded and muttered an "Okay Carrots," before both of them headed off to change. They met back at Nick's car with him wearing a Pawaiian t-shirt, purple tie, and khakis.

Judy was wearing blue jeans and a pink t-shirt. Nick opened the door of the car for her. "After you Carrots." She blushed at his action which caused him to smirk. He always had this kind of effect on her.

They quickly arrived at the theater that was playing many horror movies with Halloween fast approaching. They decided on Silence of the Lamb. As it played Judy repeatedly got scared and even started holding on to Nick. He didn't mind and actually enjoyed it. A thought came into his mind making him think that maybe if he told Judy what he was hiding from her, then there could be a chance that they could be together. He quickly pushed that thought out of his mind thinking it could never happen. As the movie progressed, Nick could swear he saw her eyes change color again in one of the scariest parts of the movie. His mind was playing tricks on him again, he thought.

As the movie ended they headed outside and started talking about the movie. Nicked commented on how freighted Judy was and got a swift punch to the arm. She then looked up, "Nick look how beautiful the full moon is."

As soon he looked his face was stricken with fear and panic. He realized just how long he had been in there and knew he made a mistake. "I gotta go Carrots. I had fun and I'll see you tomorrow or something," he said with a panic stricken voice.

"Is something wrong Nick? Whatever it is, you know you can tell me, right?" But Nick didn't hear her, because he had already started running down the street. As he turned a corner she thought she heard a howl coming from his direction. She knew something was very wrong.

Author's notes: I hope you enjoyed my first chapter. It's starting off slow but there will be plenty of action coming soon. I also have a good friend that will help me proofread and edit this story for your viewing pleasure. Thank you for your time and have a nice day!