Six Months Later
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Perry the platypus was dead. At least, to the Flynn-Fletchers, it appeared that way. The family hadn't heard or seen from their dearly loved pet in months, and had finally had to face the truth; their pet was probably never returning.
Of course, it broke Perry's heart to make them think that, especially when he heard the cries of his boys for their platypus. But for the first time, it was nice to just be himself, and not have to worry about the two identities crashing. Human. Well and truly human.
And thankfully, Phineas and Ferb were beginning to have a new relationship with him. He and Heinz didn't mind the two boys, or their family, coming over for dinner and hanging out. Vanessa and Candace got to chat, the adults enjoyed talking about the newest updates on the city, and Phineas and Ferb were able to browse Heinz's impressive tinkerer collection, and come up with ideas for the newest school projects.
Within a year, Perry had completed his special mission, and the city wiped his record with a grateful thank you for what he'd done. Perry promptly returned to O.W.C.A., but not as an agent. He stood in the back scenes as a human, training new recruits, updating and creating new spy equipment, and improving the training program.
After Major Monogram's stunning sentencing to life in prison, O.W.C.A. had wiped their hands clean of the man, and bought out a brand new facility, with new training grounds and an updated headquarters that stood stronger than it ever had.
Of course, some of the agents were a bit confused and concerned when the truth of his real identity came out, but Perry took it in stride, staying close to the ones he trusted and doing his best to prove his new character.
Within a few months, both Perry and Heinz were living in Heinz's apartment, spending each and every day building a relationship that made Perry feel like he'd died and fallen in heaven. Unfortunately, Heinz's career as an O.W.C.A. operative hadn't gone too well, so the platypus encouraged the man to return to his love of art.
Despite a few discouraging months of trying to rediscover his muse, Heinz finally found a break through, and began posting his work all over social media to draw attention. He was now deep into the design world, an undiscovered talent that boosted his self-confidence.
However, there was a new budding agent in the family. Apparently, Vanessa had applied for an internship at O.W.C.A. and had been accepted.
Now, just a few weeks after the new year, and Perry and Heinz were cuddled up in bed, trying to keep warm against a drastic snow storm that raged throughout Danville. The world was completely wrapped in white, and howling.
Perry lay with his face snuggled against Heinz's back, spooning him from behind. Despite his shorter height, Perry enjoyed being the big spoon, wrapping himself around the man. Thankfully, Heinz had no problems with this, and hummed contentedly. They were wrapped in a pile of blankets, soaking up as much warmth as they could.
"I still can't believe this is real." Perry murmured, slightly squeezing the man next to him.
Surprised, Heinz shuffled and turned to face his partner. "What do you mean?" He asked confusedly.
"I just.. I always thought that it was too late for happiness. Or that I'd screwed up everything too much for this to be possible."
Smiling sadly, Heinz leaned forward and kissed Perry on the forehead. "Well, believe it. We're here."
Danville howled. Perry listened to the creaking of the apartment walls, sighing to himself. Yes, life had changed quite a bit. He was happier than he had ever been in his life. And it was all thanks to the idiot laying next to him.
"Hey, Perry?"
"Yeah?"
"I love you." Perry grinned. He reached over and kissed the doctor in the lips.
"And I love you, too."