The next day, while Jessie helped Slink, Bo, and Hamm with some party plans, Buzz stood near the desk with Woody. They tossed a Koosh ball back and forth while they discussed how Andy's room would function with Buzz being away now that the toy box had been re-opened.
"Looks like the Sheriff is back in business," Buzz joked as he tossed the ball to Woody. "I bet you'll be glad to be the sole leader of Andy's room again."
Woody caught the ball and hesitated before throwing it back to Buzz. "Actually, I'm really going to miss having you around, Pal."
"Really?" Buzz's teeth gleamed when he smiled. He sent the ball sailing back in Woody's direction.
"Now don't you go telling the other toys," Woody warned jokingly. Suddenly, a light bulb went off in his head and he set the ball down. "Say, Buzz. I have an idea."
"Oh yeah? What's that?" Buzz wondered. He walked towards Woody when the Sheriff motioned for him to come closer and they both checked to make sure no one was watching.
Buzz listened intently as Woody whispered something in his ear. He grinned widely. "I think that's a terrific idea," He told his friend.
Woody proudly straightened up.
Buzz thought for a moment. "So I guess this means you'll be spending a lot more time with Jessie," he said.
Woody raised a hand defensively. "Now, Buzz. I know things have gotten a little… tense in the past, but I just want to assure you-"
"No," Buzz interrupted him. "I want you to spend time with her."
"Y-you do?"
Buzz nodded. "I don't want her to be sad while I'm gone. I want her to have fun with everyone else and enjoy the fact that the toy box is open again."
"Yeah," Woody agreed.
"Jessie's my treasure," Buzz continued. "And you're my best friend. Who else can you trust with your valuables?"
"I-I don't know," Woody stammered.
"I want you to take care of her, Woody. There's no other toy I'd trust more with my girl."
"Do you really mean that?" Woody asked.
Buzz nodded. "I do." He held out his hand.
Woody shook Buzz's hand eagerly. "Thanks, Buzz. I'll watch out for her," he promised. "You're going to make a great space ranger," he added.
Just then, Bullseye came galloping over with Jessie on his back. She dismounted when they reached the two toys. "What're you boys talkin' about?" She asked.
"Actually we were talking about you," Buzz said. He winked at Woody.
"Me?"
"Yeah, Jess. We were just talking about your role in this room while Buzz is away," Woody said.
Jessie cocked her head to one side. "Go on."
. "With me being away for awhile, things might get a little hectic around here for Woody," Buzz joked.
Woody narrowed his eyes at him. Jessie and Buzz laughed. "So," Woody continued. "We've decided that I'm going to need a deputy for the time being."
"A deputy? Well, how about Slink?" She asked.
"Nope," Woody answered.
"How about… you?" Buzz asked.
"Really?" Jessie looked from Buzz to Woody. "You really want me to be your deputy?"
Woody smiled and tipped his hat. "What do you say, Partner?"
Jessie's grin spread from ear to ear. "I'd say you got yourself a new deputy, Sheriff."
"Alright!" Buzz cheered.
Bullseye licked her face happily. "Did ya hear that, Bullseye?" Jessie patted his muzzle. "I'm in charge!"
"Second in charge," Woody corrected.
Jessie waved her hand. "Whatever," she said.