A/N: I don't plan on making this any longer than it needs to be. I just want to get it out of the way NOW so I can focus the other stories such as Undying Love and A World That Never Was. So here's your early Christmas gift from me to you :D One chapter for each pairing I make (Ryder x Katie, Mayor Goodway x Humdinger, Jake x OC, Everest x OC, Marshall x Chase, Skye x Rubble, Zuma x Rocky, in that order.)

First up, Ryder and Katie.

It was a cold, windy day in Adventure Bay. It was actually just the beginning of winter, and while the grey clouds that hung above their little town threaten to snow down on them, it hasn't really snowed yet, which was sort of disappointing with the pups. Speaking of, the pups were all outside playing, chasing each other around the yard in their game of tag. Ryder would have joined, but he had something else on his mind.

Christmas was coming up in a few weeks. Everyone was excited about it, especially the pups, but the reason why Ryder was nervous wasn't about them, it was about the girl of his dreams, that was now his girlfriend, Katie.

He couldn't think of what to get her.

The now-nineteen year old bit his lip as he stared at the ceiling.

Katie was a special gal, who Ryder believes deserves the best. She always pulled through when Ryder or the pups needed her, making her officially part of the PAW Patrol (if being his girlfriend wasn't enough), and almost every Christmas, Katie would gift him something sweet. Something that, in turn, made Ryder wish he could be a better boyfriend to her, and buy her something she'd really wanted.

It's not Katie was ungrateful, she really wasn't. She loved every present Ryder has ever given her, but this year, Ryder wants to get her something she really wanted, something she deserved to have.

He sighed.

"Shopping for your girlfriend shouldn't be this hard." He muttered, sitting up. "Especially with someone like Katie." Before Ryder could finish this thought, his puppad went off, indicating someone was in trouble. Looks like Katie's gift will have to wait. He thought as he answered the call.

An hour later, and Ryder and Rubble and Skye were heading back to the Lookout. They had just finish their rescue with Mr. Porter, and while Skye and Rubble were chatting happily, Ryder's mind went back to Katie. Still haven't figured out what to get her. He thought, biting his lip once more. Ryder's momentarily distraction hadn't gone unnoticed by Skye, and as soon as they made it back to the Lookout, safe and sound, she turned to him.

"Ryder? What's wrong? It looks like something is troubling you." She asked, concern. Ryder shook his head and smiled down at his pup.

"It's nothing. Well, actually, maybe you can help me Skye. Christmas is a few weeks away, and I have no idea what to get Katie." He said. Skye just smiled.

"I'm sure Katie will like whatever you give her, Ryder. Don't worry about it." She said, but Ryder shook his head.

"No, this year, I want to get Katie something special. Something that tells her how much I'm in love with her, and only want what's best for her. She's been a lot of help with the PAW Patrol, and well, I want something to reflect how much I adore her." He said, blushing a little as Skye giggled.

"Aww, Ryder, that's so sweet! You know what I think?" She said, wiggling an eyebrow. Ryder cocked his head to the side.

"What?"

"Make her a promise." She said, causing Ryder to blink.

"A promise?" He asked, hesitate as he stared at his pup. Skye nodded her head.

"Yep, a promise. She'll love it if you do." Skye said. Ryder had a strangest feeling that Skye knew what Katie wants this Christmas, but wasn't really going to tell him. It's fine, he thought. He'll just have to solve the problem on his own.

"Okay, thanks Skye."

"No problem, Ryder." With that, Skye walked away, no doubt going to find Rubble and start up their conversation they had when they were returning home. Ryder watched her go, mind going over what was said.

It wasn't a week later, right before Christmas, did Ryder figure it out. A promise ring. Katie wanted a promise ring.

Which, in all means, Ryder did not have a problem with. He and Katie were getting older, and as a result, they were finding themselves in more adult scenes than they had been when they were only ten years old. Ten year olds don't think about the future, adults do. As they mature, his and Katie's bond had only gotten stronger, and that's how they ended up being girlfriend and boyfriend.

But now Katie wanted something more. Something that Ryder would gladly give to her, if he didn't think they were moving a bit too fast.

His hand in marriage.

Well, technically, they weren't married yet, but that's what a promise ring signifies. Katie wanted to marry Ryder, be his wife, and for the most part, Ryder would love to be her husband, but a part of him was concerned.

Weren't they moving too fast? What if things don't work out? What if Katie changes her mind about Ryder, moving on to the next boy in town? They haven't really gotten a chance to explore other options, being the only two kids around the same age. What if someone comes along and-

"Ryder sir, forgive me, but being in doubt is seriously not you." A voice said. Ryder blinked and looked back to see Chase standing near the door, a single eyebrow raised in question. "Is something a matter?"

"Er, I, um..." Ryder was at loss for words. "Yes. It's about Katie's gift."

"Ah," Chase nodded his head in understanding. "Skye told us about you not knowing what give to her. Do you know what?"

"A promise ring," Ryder said. "Katie really wants a promise ring."

"But, aren't you guys already in a serious relationship?" Chase questioned, cocking his head. "From my understanding, that's what a promise ring is right? Two people being in a serious relationship?"

"Yes, but Katie wants to take it a step further. She wants to marry me." Ryder said. Chase's eyes went wide.

"Oh wow. That's a big commitment. You think you're ready for that?" He asked, walking up to Ryder and sitting down next to him.

"I don't know...maybe...it seems like we're moving too fast though."

"And what's wrong with that?" Chase asked, raising an eyebrow.

"We're the only two kids around the same age. What if Katie meets someone who really likes her?"

"And she'll probably like him too, as a friend." Chase answered, causing Ryder to look at him. "Katie loves you, Ryder. It's in her eyes every time you compliment her, every time you two are out and about, and every time you talk to her."

"Yeah, but-"

"Nothing's going to change that. If Katie really thought there's someone out there for her, she wouldn't have asked for a promise ring. I don't think Katie's the cheating type either. Regardless how cute or handsome another guy could be, she's yours and she always will be. She's been faithful to you for this long. Doubt anything is going to change that." Chase said, before giving Ryder a look. "But, if YOU aren't ready for that, tell her that. She'll understand and she'll wait for you. Katie is very patient, and is very sweet. Even if she wanted to get married, she loves you, and if your feelings aren't the same as hers, she won't pressure you into changing your mind."

Ryder stared blankly at the ceiling.

"Yeah, that's true. Guess that's why I love Katie so much. She'll never want to do anything that would make me feel uncomfortable, and it's the same with me." He said. Chase didn't say anything, but he knew Ryder had made up his mind, and began to leave.

Katie stared at the silver ring, tinkered with pink diamonds in a heart-shape form in the center of the band. Ryder bit his lip, nervously, as a pink blush came across his face.

"A...promise ring? You...you plan on marrying me?" She whispered, looking at the ring and then back at Ryder.

"Is...that not what you wanted?" Ryder asked, frowning slightly. Tears started to fill up Katie's eyes as a huge smile came across her face.

"On the contrary, it's exactly what I had wanted." She said, the smile growing bigger as excitement filled Ryder's eyes. He slowly put the ring on her finger, watching it as it gleamed slightly before looking back at Katie.

"I was worried, you know, about us moving too fast. But then, I realize that, I don't think I'll be able to love someone else as much as I do with you. And, when I look back at the memories we had, I wanted to spend the rest of my life with you. So, Katie, do you accept becoming my future wife?" Ryder muttered against her forehead, lips so close to her soft, blonde trends.

The tears fell.

"Yes, I will Ryder." She said, bring Ryder close to kiss him on the lips. "Merry Christmas."

"Merry Christmas."