Dear readers, before we begin the chapter you've been waiting for, I made a promise. I gave my word that this chapter will be the sweetest one in this story. It's up for you to decide. It may not be as sweet as you hoped, but I am confident that this will be the deepest and lengthiest chapter in this story. I gave this chapter my dedication and I hope you'll enjoy it.

Disclaimer: Dan Povenmire and Jeff "Swampy" Marsh own Phineas and Ferb.

Phineas Flynn

Everything's better with Perry: words to live by. Phineas Flynn would have been devastated if had something ever happened to his platypus. And the platypus would even risk his life for his boy to be safe. The two had an unbreakable bond of companionship, stronger than the stainless steel Phineas used for his robot dog; more precious than aglets on the tip of a shoelace.

Phineas knew Perry better than anybody else. Danville had an abundance of platypuses: a crowd huge enough to fill the legendary backyard of the Flynn-Fletcher brothers. Yet Phineas could effortlessly tell which one among them was Perry, if he even was there. The only thing Phineas didn't knew about Perry was the fact that he was a secret agent, but if he did, Perry would have to be relocated, so Agent P tried so hard to keep himself concealed. He made sure his identity would stay out of sight, covered up, and stowed away, leaving only an image of a mindless pet behind. That was how he was to be viewed. But Perry did trust Phineas, he would trust him with his life and everything dear to his heart. So he wanted nothing more than to proudly wear his fedora and share with Phineas his tales of nobility in the battle against evil. But, sadly, this could never be reality, not if he chose to stay with Phineas. He'd do anything for Phineas' protection. Any sacrifice, any loss, any heartbreak. Because losing Phineas is worse than any punishment Perry the Platypus can imagine. Keeping Perry's other side away from Phineas just seemed much simpler.

A boy and his platypus: the very symbol of loyalty and love. According to Phineas' words, Perry was loved more than ice cream cakes and all things mentioned before. That was true from the heart, for even Mother Nature altered the clouds above Danville in favor of Perry. Phineas had, once again, impressed the people of Danville and his blueberry colored platypus. Perry had even shed a tear of joy when the sweet music reached his ears. When the heartfelt lyrics were carolled acrossed the bright summer sky.

Phineas had found Perry in Africa. Africa. Even when the Flynn-Fletchers thought they had left him at home in Danville... in North America. Meaning the platypus crossed the Atlantic Ocean to be reunited with his vacationing owners. Seems far-fetched, but when their love is as deep and vast as the ocean itself, anything is possible. They just accepted that they were both extraordinary. Both had completely shattered the barrier of impossibility. "The only thing's that is impossible is impossibility." No one would have believed Phineas that Perry had traveled thousands of miles across water and was right there under their noses. But somehow Perry just did the… highly difficult and unlikely. 'Impossible' is a word for the unenlightened to use, of course.

Five years ago, Perry was adopted. It was the best decision Phineas and Ferb had ever made. Adopting a platypus: pure genius. Perry wasn't just a pet. He was a friend, a soulmate, a companion; for life. Always there by Phineas' side (or always ready to be) to watch over him like a guardian. Perry was faithful and true: a loyal pet who would cuddle with Phineas at night and defeat the forces of evil for him at day.

Phineas and Ferb's morning routine was the best way for rising and shining: to the chattering of a platypus rather than an alarm clock. It was even better than the Van Stomms' way to wake up. The Ornithorhynchus anatinus of the century knows how to make everyday a dream. Breathing in and out: a thousand times more awesome with Perry the Platypus. What would they do without their loyal platypus there to help start the day?

The boys' inventions amazed Perry. He was flattered that Phineas would use him as inspiration for their projects. Phineas had considered Perry the splendor of Chez Platypus, in a place of great honor. Perry's chatter was their animal translator's initial purpose: to decipher it. It had instead helped the other pets of Danville, communicating about their needs, wants, and improvements. It didn't turn out as well with Candace though… but Perry was glad that he was helping to make the world a better place. And Linda was right: the noise Perry always makes to Phineas and Ferb meant "I love you."

The little platypus smile Perry had could make Phineas melt. It was more adorable than Meap. That smile was immeasurably contagious. How could one not grin when a platypus does? And every time Perry sees Phineas' optimistic smile, he would be reminded of the promised joy that came with a caring family. When he was first adopted, the little platypus had doubted how having a host family could ever benefit him. Now he was certain, Perry had found amity, prudence, and understanding in his new experience. So in return, he puts in a hundred and ten percent of devotion to Phineas and the Flynn-Fletchers; helping them in any and every way he can. Making every single day count.

It was all a dream… Perry had dreamed of Candace whom had dreamed of busting, which eventually lead to his owners being taken away and his relocation. More precisely, it was all a nightmare. Perry would be prepared to give and do absolutely anything so that he would never, ever have to bear seeing Phineas and Ferb so mistreated, so miserable, so… mindless. Every scrap of imagination had been torn from those boys. The thought was venomous enough to jolt a slumbering Agent P to a wake and send shivers down his monotreme spine whenever he recalled the nightmare. That was how fierce Perry's love to Phineas had been. He had been so relieved when he realized that his gentle owner was still there, enough to bring out his platy-smile.

Phineas was positive his relationship with Perry had faith. But during that vital moment when Perry reluctantly revealed his secret identity to protect them, Phineas was hurt and furious. He thought their friendship had been nothing but a lie since the moment they adopted him. Perry apparently didn't trust him enough to tell Phineas. But in reality, Phineas didn't understand, he refused to read the pamphlet, he didn't realize that Perry would have been relocated if he knew. Perry did sacrifice himself for his boys, so they wouldn't be harmed, so Phineas would forgive him. He was later granted his forgiveness, but at what cost? They were all captured by a successful interdimensional Doofenshmirtz. A platypus-length away from disintegrating in lava or being shredded by the Goozim. This whole adventure, the best day of Phineas' life, was forgotten by choice. He would much rather keep Perry than to remember his first kiss, meeting Agent P, and discovering a whole new reality. This was love, as true as can be.

"He's just a platypus. They don't do much." Phineas remembered his response for when he was asked about his pet. He suddenly realized how wrong he had been; how oblivious he was. Perry may seem like an ordinary pet who would just sit around and watch his owners, but he had the ability to make everything better by just his mere presence. And only a mind-boggling, jaw-dropping, awe-inspiring platypus could brighten up any room (or backyard) by just being there. This was enough proof, that Perry was more than a platypus.

Did you enjoy it? Did you think it was sweet? Whose chapter do you like the most so far? There's more chapters to come. This isn't the finale if you were wondering. And of course, as always, please review.

~Fyrvi