Originally published on Wattpad ( MalloryMynatt): I think July 9th 2018

A/N: WOOOO ANOTHER GILL X PEACH SHORT! Don't worry, I'll try to do a Dorlin one soon. I just got the idea while listening to "Chaos of the night" from Bride of Discord (CHECK IT OUT ON YT ITS AMAZING) and making the chapter art. Also images of what the characters wore during the second half of the short will be at the end. Anyways, here we go!

(9:00 am)

Gill organized a meeting with the rest of the Lab Gang, excluding Peach, Marlin, Dory, Nemo, Hank, Bailey and Destiny. They all met up at a nearby park at one of the picnic benches. "So, what's going on, Gill? Why did you ask us to come here?" Hank asked. "I asked you all to come here because I need your help." Explained Gill. "Help with what?" Asked Dory. Gill paused, then spoke a moment later. "I want to organize a special date for Peach and I." Dory, Deb and Destiny aw'd whilst the others had a couple of questions. "But why do you want OUR help to set up a special date for Peach?" Bailey asked. "Well, okay, here's how it started..."

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It was around 10:30 pm, Gill was sitting out by the balcony in his bedroom, smoking whilst waiting for Peach to get done working. Since summer was rolling around, she didn't have much to grade to assign this time which relieved Gill. 'At least she doesn't work in the summer.' He thought. 'She really needs a break.' He suddenly heard Peach coming up the stairs. Gill burned his cigarette on the ash tray and headed inside. "Hey, Pinky. Finished with work?" He greeted before noticing that Peach was stumbling a bit, looking like she would pass out at any moment. "Y-Yeah, I finished." Her eyes suddenly fell closed and she lost her balance. Before she could fall to the floor, Gill was quick enough to catch her.

"Whoa, Peach, Are you okay? You look tired." He helped her up. "Is it that obvious? Summer is nearly here, yet for some reason they're making the students test in my classroom, I have to grade their tests." (A/N: I don't know if this is a thing) Peach then started to cry. "I-I can't take it anymore." She sobbed. "Hey hey. Shhh. It's okay. You're okay. Don't cry." Gill whispered, wiping her tears away with his thumbs. "I know you can get through it." "How? How do you know that?" Peach asked, tears falling freely. "Because you're the most strongest woman I've ever met. You've went through much worse. Hell, you were in a laboratory for nearly a year and half! If you can survive that, I know you can survive this. Plus it's only for another day or two, it will be over sooner than you think. And I'll go through it with you until it's over."

Peach sniffled. "Gill, you don't have to do that." "Sure I don't have to, but I want to. What you go through, I go through." Peach sighed, smiling a bit. "How did I end up with someone as sweet as you?" She asked. "Because someone as gorgeous as you deserves someone as sweet as me." Gill teased making her giggle. He leaned forward and pecked Peach's lips. "Now, since you're done with work for tonight, I think the only thing your beautiful self should worry about is sleep. Okay?" Peach nodded before they both made their way to their bed. The two snuggled close together but before they could fall asleep, Peach's phone rang. "Huh?" She asked, grabbing her phone from the night stand. "It's from work." She said before answering the call. "Hello, Peach Allison speaking."

"Hello, Mrs. Allison. This is the principal. Apologizes for calling so late." "That's alright, what do you need?" She asked. "Well I just wanted to let you know that since the students are testing in your classroom, you have to come in on the last week. The person who was supposed to come in for you has just had a family emergency so we need you in his place. I apologize for the inconvenience but I hope it's okay with you." Peach sat there for a moment, looking like she was about to cry again but she held it in. "Yeah, I-It's alright. Tell the sub that he has my condolences." "I will, thank you Mrs. Allison." "You're welcome, bye." Peach then hung up, placing her hands on her face. "What is it, Peach?" Asked Gill. Her answer was muffled out by her hands and her sobs. "Huh? I can't hear you, Peach."

Peach looked up at Gill and repeated what she said. "They want me to come in on the last week while the students are testing." "Why? You're already grading the tests." "The sub that was supposed to take my place had a family emergency." She hung her head low. "Come here." Gill pulled Peach closer and wrapped his arms around her. She quietly sobbed into his chest. "It's gonna be okay, I promise you." He assured, gently stroking her pink hair. They stayed like this until Peach eventually fell asleep. Gill looked down at her and sighed. 'How can I fix this?' He thought. Then suddenly he got an idea. 'Don't worry, I'll make sure you don't have to work next week. You need a break and that's what I'll give you, no matter what.' He then gently laid her down and the two of them fell asleep.

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"I really want it to be perfect. She deserves a break, especially with how much of a workaholic she can be." "I think it's sweet that you care about Peach enough to do that for her." Said Nemo, earning him a hair tousle from Gill. "Thanks, Sharkbait." He then turned to the others. "Are you guys in?" He asked. Everyone gave a nod of approval. "We're in. So what can we do to help?" Asked Destiny. "Well firstly, we need someone to take Peach's place for the next week." Everyone then turned to Hank. He looked ready to protest but sighed and gave in. "Alright, but only because Peach deserves it." He said, shaking hands with Gill. (A/N: Peach teaches Nemo and his class at the second half of the day, 11-3 so this makes sense) "Great, now does anyone know how to play the guitar besides me?" Everyone was silent until Dory spoke up.

"Marlin, I remember you telling me that you knew how." Marlin blushed. "No I-" "Marlin, you can play?" Gill asked. "Well, y-yeah. But I haven't played in years and I'm out of practice." "Don't worry, I'll teach you." Gill offered, making Marlin feel slightly better. "Wow, Dad. I didn't know you could play the guitar." "Yeah, I used to play for your mom." He said, chuckling a little at the memories of the times he'd sneak out of his home to go to Coral's backyard and sing for her while playing the guitar. "Alright, now I need a team of decorators." Dory, Destiny, Deb, Bubbles and Jacques volunteered. "Lastly I need someone to guard the park and make sure no one interferes with tonight." "We got you covered." Said Bloat as he and Gurgle raised their hands. "Wait." Bailey piped in. "What can I do?" He asked.

Gill grinned. "You've got the most important job, do you think you can keep her distracted until tonight?" Bailey saluted. "I'll do my best." "Thanks, Bailey. Now are we ready?" Everyone nodded. "Let's do it!" said Nemo. And thus, they got to work. An hour later (10:00 am), Hank and Nemo left for school. Dory, Destiny, Deb, Bubbles, and Jacques got to work on decorating the park, covering it in pink flowers and hanging lights everywhere. (A/N: sorta like this ⬇️) Gurgle and Bloat made sure the park would be occupied for tonight with Bailey's help, standing by the front gate like royal guards. And by the same bench everyone was at before, Gill was teaching Marlin how to play the guitar.

(A/N: I myself don't know how to play the guitar or any instrument so I'm basing this on research so bear with it okay? I kinda wanna learn to play after doing this research.) "Alright Marlin, do what I say, and careful with my guitar. Firstly, place your index finger on the first and second strings on the first fret." Marin nodded and did so. "Then place your middle finger on the third string on the second fret. Place your ring finger on the fourth string on the third fret. Now strum the bottom four strings." Marlin tried to but his fingers slipped making him nearly drop the guitar. He sighed in defeat. "It's no use, Gill. I'm just not as good as I was when I'd play for Coral." Gill placed a hand on his shoulder. "Don't give up yet. You just started, now try it again." Marlin sighed, placing his fingers on the strings Gill told him to place them. Once he did he tried strumming again. He managed to do a successful F note.

"Perfect." "I guess I still got it." Gill nodded. "Yep, here, I'll start teaching you this song." He said, handing Marlin the sheet music. "I don't have to sing, do I?" He asked making Gill chuckle. "Nope but if you consider playing for Dory, I'd recommend it." He teased making Marlin blush. Hours later (2:30 pm), the park looked wonderful, Gurgle and Bloat were still on duty and Marlin seemed to have gotten the hang of playing the guitar. "Gill, what do you think?" Marlin asked before strumming the beginning notes to the song he was asked to play for tonight. "It sounds great." "Thanks, so how will I be able to play while keeping out of sight?" Marlin asked. "Simple, you'll hide behind that bush by the gazebo." He explained, pointed to that said bush. Marlin nodded.

"I'll be right back, guys. I need to get my suit." Everyone nodded as Gill made his way to his car and drove back home. When he did, he quickly took a shower and grabbed his suit, rushing back out of the house, making sure Peach didn't come home yet. Once he arrived back to the park, he checked on everyone making sure everything was running smoothly. Meanwhile back at the Lab Gang's residence, Peach arrived home, exhausted and stressed. Gill wasn't at home this morning and neither was everyone else, she hoped they'd be home when she got off work but it wasn't the case. Gill didn't even visit her after work to take her and Nemo home. Something was definitely wrong. Even when Peach took Nemo home, the only person who was home was Dory with her parents, Jenny and Charlie. Peach sighed sadly, heading upstairs and laying on her bed.

"What the heck is going on today?" she asked herself before falling asleep. (7:30 pm) Later, there was a knock at the door. Peach woke up, and trudged down the stairs to answer it. 'This better be Gill and the others, I'm ready to give them a piece of my mind!' She thought before opening the door. "Where have you been!? I was worried sick-" She shouted before realizing who was at the door. It was Bailey, who was wearing a suit and had a shocked expression by the sudden yelling. "Oh, Bailey, I'm sorry. I thought you were someone else." "That's okay." "So what are you doing here?" She asked. "Well I wanted to know if you wanted to go out for a walk with me to the park." Peach hesitated before answering. "It's not a date, right?" "No, not at all. My heart will always belong to Destiny. But do wear something fancy." "Why?" She asked. "It's a nice night so why not, right?"

Peach sighed. "I guess, give a minute." She said before shutting the door and heading upstairs to change. She came back with a long, simple hot pink dress on with a flower crown that had a star in the middle of it. "Great, let's go." Bailey said before the two headed to Bailey's car. As the two were heading to the park, Peach broke the silence. "Have you seen Gill and my other lab friends recently?" She asked "I haven't seen them since yesterday and I'm starting to worry." "I don't know." Bailey lied. "They probably just went out, surely they wouldn't leave you behind, especially not Gill." Peach nodded slightly. "I guess you're right." When they made it to the park, the stepped out of the car and walked through the gates. Bloat and Gurgle popped out from their hiding place and stood by the front gate, guarding the date like they were told.

As Bailey and Peach moved closer into the park, Bailey suddenly spoke up. "Hold on, I have to go to the restroom, I'll be right back. I'll catch up." He said before leaving. "Um, okay?" Bailey ran to where Destiny and Deb were. "She's here." He whispered, Destiny and Deb giving him a nod. On the other side of the side walk, Marlin, Nemo, Dory and Hank his behind another set of bushes. Bailey gave them a thumbs up and they nodded. Peach walked further wondering why it was covering in beautiful lights. 'Was it a special occasion or something?' As she got closer, she reached a gazebo decorated in the same lights but also with pink flowers all around it. It looked absolutely gorgeous. But what really caught her off guard was seeing Gill standing there in the middle of the gazebo, wearing a black suit and his hair untied. She blushed, slowly approaching Gill.

"Gill, I... What is all of this?" She was speechless. "Surprise, Pinky! I figured you needed a break from your job so I made sure you didn't have to work next week and I'm giving you this night." He explained, taking Peach's hands. "H-How did you manage to do that? Who will take my place?" She asked. "Hank volunteered." "And all of this..." She said, referring to the decorations. "Y-You've really outdone yourself." "Thanks, I did have some help as well." Peach chuckled, kissing Gill's right cheek, near his scar. Gill turned over to where Marlin was hiding and snapped his fingers. When he realized it was his cue, he started playing the guitar. (A/N: Here's the song he's playing: /F7L1nIMc42k) Gill took Peach's hands again and the two started to slow dance while Gill stared to sing.

Somewhere beyond the sea
Somewhere waiting for me
My lover stands on golden sands
And watches the ships that go sailing

Somewhere beyond the sea
She's there watching for me
If I could fly like birds on high
Then straight to her arms
I'd go sailing

It's far beyond the stars
It's near beyond the moon
I know beyond a doubt
My heart will lead me there soon

We'll meet beyond the shore
We'll kiss just as before
Happy we'll be beyond the sea
And never again I'll go sailing

The song ended with the dance ending with a dip. Peach was taken aback. She rarely heard him sing and he only sang whenever he'd play the guitar for only her. But here he is, singing openly in a public area. This night must've been that special. Peach finally spoke up. "Gill... I don't know what to say." Gill hummed in thought. "You could say how much you love me." He teased, making Peach giggle and softly punch him in the arm. "Oh stop it." The two then leaned in and kissed. It felt like fireworks were going off in her mind. Gill let go to tie his hair back up into its usual low pony tail before he scooped Peach into his arms. "Whoa, Gill, what are you doing?" She asked. "Thought maybe we'd go for a walk, if that's alright with you?" She stared for a moment then nodded dumbly making Gill chuckle and kiss her cheek. He then started to carry Peach while walking through the gorgeously decorated park. The stringed lights around the trees looked like thousands of stars, shining brighter than ever.

After a few minutes of walking, Peach's eyes were growing heavy. "You tired, darling?" Gill asked, chuckling a bit. Peach nodded. Gill then approached a nearby bench under a cherry blossom tree. He led her there and set her down on it. "Thanks." "No problem, Pinky." There was a cold breeze making Peach shiver. Gill noticed this, took off his jacket and placed it on her shoulders. Peach blushed at the sudden gesture and thanked him. Peach then let out a soft yawn. "Here, lay back down." Gill gently let Peach rest her head on his lap. She then fell asleep again whilst Gill was stroking her pink hair. Suddenly everyone popped out from their hiding spots. "We're just gonna leave you two, since our work is done." Whispered Marlin. "Thank you guys so much for your help. I owe you all one." "Nah, that's alright, you two have a nice night now." Said Hank before everyone left the park.

"Gill?" "Hmm?" "I heard your conversation with the others." Gill's eyes widened as he scratched the back of his neck, "Y-You did?" "Yeah, and I think it was sweet to have them help you with everything." Gill grinned. "Thanks, darling." An hour or so later, they headed back home. They both were laying in bed, exhausted from the exciting night that just unfolded. Before the two fell asleep Peach spoke up. "Thank you for tonight, Gill. It really means a lot to me." "Aww, come here." Gill pulled Peach into a hug, kissing her forehead. "You mean a lot to me and you deserved a long break and that's what I wanted to give you." Peach chuckled, nuzzling into Gill's chest. "I love you, Gill." "Love you too, Peach." With that, the two fell asleep in their arms.