A/N: Once again I'm getting so many positive reviews and we reached 1k views :) Couldn't thank you guys enough. Btw, I split this next chapter into two because it was really long, so only 2k words today :/ Lmao sorry, one last thing. Idk if this is normal but I have a lot of guests hating on my story XD I find it quite funny to be honest, anybody have experience with this, or know why this happens? I'm interested... Anyway, without further ado, here is Chapter 6 of A Night To Remember.
"I'm sorry!" Everest sobbed into her pup tag. She had parked her vehicle in the park and was lying on the grass, feeling ashamed at what she said to Skye.
On the other side was Rocky, who had just called her and simply said, "Hey Everest!" He looked at the other pups who were just as confused at her sudden outburst.
"Uhh, for what? What happened?" Rocky asked her.
Through her sobbing and sniffles, Everest explained how she had hurt Skye, how she was a terrible friend and won't be accepted at the Lookout ever again. She knew what she said was wrong and hurtful, and immediately regretted it after she saw Skye break down.
"Everest, don't talk like that! We know you didn't mean it and I'm sure Skye will eventually realize that too. Things were just really heated at that moment and and I'm sure she didn't mean what she said either." Marshall said trying to comfort her.
"You think?" She sniffed.
"Positive." answered Marshall.
"Thanks Marshall," her tone started getting slightly less sad, "But I think one of you should check on Skye. I kind of made her upset."
"Oh don't worry Chase is…" Rocky started to say when he realized what the whole point of calling Everest was, "Wait Everest, did you find out if Skye likes Chase?"
"I may have had to trick her," She said thinking back and regretting it, "But, yes. I can confirm that Skye likes Chase."
"Oh boy!" Rubble wagged his tail in excitement.
"This is going to turn out so well!" Zuma said, fantasizing about the two love pups.
"So you mean, Chase likes Skye too!" Everest said in excitement.
"Well, it was kinda obvious." Rocky pointed out.
"True, but we didn't really know for sure until now." Everest complied with him.
"Looks like we'll have to wait and see how this turns out." Zuma said wondering how Chase was doing with Skye.
"Yeah, Skye was pretty upset when I left. I hope Chase can at least cheer her up." Everest hopped.
"Well at least the hard part for us is over now," Rubble said, "It's just up to them to tell each other now."
"And even if now isn't the best time, we know they both like each other and we can persuade them to confess to each other eventually." Marshall added.
"Right," Everest agreed, "Most importantly Skye feels better. Then I would feel at least somewhat better. I really need to apologize."
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Back above ground, Chase was inching closer to Skye who was still crying on the pavement. He didn't want to startle her, but he felt like he needed to comfort her. Seeing Skye in this condition made his heart ache. He slowly made his way next to her and put his arm around her gently.
"Are you okay Skye?" Chase asked softly.
Skye, who was caught a bit by surprise recognized the scent and voice immediately. Why did he have to come now? Skye thought in a panic. She didn't want to be seen in tears, especially in front of Chase. She quickly wiped her eyes, cleared her throat and tried to act as if nothing had happened, even though it was a little late for that.
"Oh, hi Chase! I'm fine, how are you?" She replied, trying to act casual.
"Skye, you don't have to pretend nothing's wrong. I saw you were upset, and I wanted to help you." Chase admitted.
Skye blushed, realizing that Chase had seen her crying. Feeling ashamed, she tried not to make eye contact with him. However, she did feel a bit better he was here. She liked seeing Chase's caring and worrying side, not to mention, she didn't mind the shepherd putting his arm around her.
"It's nothing. I just kind of had an argument with Everest. I don't want to talk about it." Skye admitted, not mentioning the reason behind their argument for obvious reasons.
"Are you sure?" insisted Chase.
"Yeah.. I'll be fine. Thanks." Skye smiled. She wasn't lying. Chase comforting her made her feel a lot better. It gave her hope that Everest's comment wasn't true.
"If you say so." Chase trusted her, now trying of how to cheer her up, "Wanna have a Pup Pup Boogie stand off upstairs?"
This made Skye's mood lighten instantly.
"Only if you're ready to lose." She challenged back at him.
"We'll see about that." Chase said, happy that Skye was acting like herself again.
They were about to enter the Lookout when their puptags rang. The pups in the hideout received the signal as well.
"Paw Patrol, to the Lookout!" Ryder announced.
"Ryder needs us!" The pups in the hideout all exclaimed, dashing out of the tunnel, towards the Lookout.
Meanwhile, Chase and Skye made their way into the elevator and sighed in disappointment.
"Looks like I'll have to beat you a different time." Chase chuckled.
"Yeah, yeah, whatever you say." She rolled her eyes
The two only had moments to turn their head to see the other pups darting towards the Lookout. The usual culprit, Marshall, plowed over everyone, sending them all flying into the elevator. They all landed in a huge dogpile, and by circumstance, Skye was situated on top of Chase's chest, with their muzzles nearly touching. The two took notice of the position and blushed. They both got feelings of butterflies and loved how close they were to each other, but didn't want to make it obvious. They quickly both stood up and got into their positions before any of the other pups could notice and point anything out.
"Sorry." Chase whispered to the cockapoo.
"Me too." Skye softly replied.
The last thing they wanted was to be centred out and have their crush assume that they like them. They may have confessed to their friends, but saying to each other's face was a whole new obstacle.
When the elevator reached the top, the pups lined up and awaited the task that Ryder had at hand for them.
"Ready for action Ryder, sir!" Chase said his line.
"Thanks for coming so quickly pups," Ryder thanked them, while putting Everest on the big screen at the same time.
Whenever, Ryder would put on Everest as well, it usually meant that all of the pups were needed, implying there was a big mission to be accomplished, The pups were prepared for Ryder to assign them their jobs, but it turned out there was no mission. It was merely just a special announcement for him and the pups.
"I know you guys probably think we have a mission, but actually, we have a special announcement!" Ryder informed them.
This got the pups excited. They wagged their tails and thought what it could possibly be.
"Are we going on vacation?" Rubble asked.
"Is it a new toy?" Rocky anticipated.
"Is it food!?" Marshall shouted amongst the excitement, causing the other pups to look at him and roll their eyes.
"Heh, I guess not…" Marshall concluded.
"Haha, nope. It's not vacation, a toy, or food." Ryder chuckled looking at Marshall.
"Well then what is it Ryder?" Skye asked curiously.
"Well, you pups may have not known this, but today is the 75th year anniversary of when Adventure bay was founded." Ryder informed them enthusiastically.
"Wow!" Chase said in awe.
"That's older than all of us put together!" Rubble said in amazement
"I don't even think our parents were alive back then." Zuma exclaimed.
Ryder chuckled at all the pups' surprised expressions.
"But that's not it," the boy continued, "In honour of this special occasion, Mayor Goodway is throwing a party to celebrate, and everyone in Adventure Bay is invited!"
All of the pups, including Everest on the big screen, howled and cheered at this good news. They all loved going to parties, and this was no exception.
"Oh boy, I can't wait!" Rubble cheered.
"Me too! A party means music, dancing, and most importantly, cake!" Marshall proclaimed, causing the other pups to laugh.
"That's right!" Ryder told them, "Mayor Goodway said it will be in the main hall at City Hall, with a dance floor, tables, and a dessert buffet!"
"This is going to be so much fun!" Skye squealed.
"But Ryder, when does the party start?" Rocky inquired.
"Six o'clock," Ryder said looking at his watch, "So we have about three hours."
The two girl pups on the team panicked at hearing the time they had. Even though it was more than enough time, the two quickly spoke out.
"Three hours?! I have to get ready!" Skye exclaimed, zooming into the elevator and rushing to Katie's.
"Me too! Over and out Ryder!" Everest shouted, signing off the video chat and rushing back to Jake's Mountain. She was still in the park from when she was talking to the guys earlier.
"Alright pups, we will probably leave around five-thirty so we can get there a bit early. Until then, you are free to do whatever you want." Ryder let them know.
"Okie dokie! Thanks Ryder!" Rocky said, speaking for all the pups.
"You're welcome pups! See you in later." He said, watching them run off.
The pups entered the elevator. As the doors closed and it started to descend, the five guy pups started talking about how excited they were for the party.
"I'm so excited!" Zuma wagged his tail.
"I know right!" Chase agreed.
"I'm gonna go to Katie's later, have a nice bath, and get groomed for the big occasion!" Rubble said, thinking of how nice a warm bath sounded.
"Ha! You can count me out on that one." Rocky said, emphasizing his hatred for water.
"Ryder or Katie will probably make you have one, Rocky. You haven't had a bath in ages." Marshall pointed out.
"We'll see.." Rocky muttered.
"You're gonna have to get freshened up too, Chase." Zuma told him.
"Yeah, I know. I was planning to go with Rubble, and presumably the rest of you." Chase informed them.
"Yeah, but you're gonna have to look EXTRA special tonight." Rubble reiterated Zuma's statement.
"Huh? Why me?" Chase raised his eyebrow, unsure of what the other's were implying.
"This could be your lucky break Chase! We're going to a party." said Marshall.
"Yeah.. but so are you guys. What makes me so special?" Chase asked, still confused.
"There's going to be dancing." hinted Rocky.
"And…?" Chase tilted his head at the pups..
"Oh my gosh, Chase! Don't you see? When the DJ plays a slow song, you are going to ask Skye to dance! And maybe even go further!" Zuma explained.
"You need to be looking sharp!" Rubble warned him.
"Wait, what? Ask Skye to dance?" Chase gulped.
"Yeah, no big deal." Marshall encouraged him.
"No big deal?!" Chase cried, "I can't ask her to dance! What if she says no? What if she doesn't like me? What if I do something stupid?"
"Come on Chase," Rocky rolled his eyes.
"No. I won't ask Skye to dance. I'm too embarrassed. Everyone will see us, and then everyone will know I like Skye, including her!" Chase worried.
The four pups had gotten far in trying to get Chase and Skye together, and weren't going to be stopped by the stubborn police pup. By now they would have just told Chase that Skye likes him back so he'd be encouraged and brave enough to ask her to dance, but it would ruin the moment. And besides, as they discussed before, Skye and Chase should be the ones to tell each other their secret. However Chase was being kind of a pain, and needed some straightening up.
"Listen Chase!" Marshall began quite aggressively, "As your best friend, I refuse to sit and watch you have such strong feelings for a pup, only for you to make nothing of it. There is a beautiful cockapoo at Katie's right now, trying to look her best for the party tonight, giving you a perfect opportunity to sweep her off her feet, and you're just going to let it slip by?"
This outburst of Marshall's was very unexpected. Even Rocky, Rubble and Zuma didn't see it coming. Marshall wasn't one to yell, or get mad at anybody, but one thing's for sure. He will look out for his friends, and give want the best for them.
"Where's the Chase we know and love? Where's the Chase, that was brave, courageous, and wasn't afraid of failure. Where's the Chase that would do anything for Skye? Chase, I am not going to sit here and watch you miss out on Skye tonight. You're going to look amazing, and make it the best night of both of your lives, you hear me? And all of us are going to help you, right guys?"
"Yeah, Marshall's right Chase. Tonight is your night." Zuma agreed with the dally, along with nods from Rubble and Rocky.
Chase thought about it for a bit, and realized how he was acting.
"You're right guys. This whole thing has made me act differently. Skye just means so much to me that… that if I were to get rejected or be embarrassed in front of her, or something, I just don't know how I would cope." Chase admitted, looking at the elevator floor.
Marshall walked over to his friend and placed a paw on Chase' shoulder, once again being there to comfort him.
"That's why we are going to make sure you look your best," Marshall assured his best friend, "You're going to win Skye's heart tonight."
Chase looked up and smiled.
"Thanks guys! I don't know what I would do without you." he said, showing his gratitude by hugging Marshall.
"We're all here for you Chase!" Rubble told him as they all joined the now group hug.
The ding of the elevator interrupted the moment, and startled a few of them.
"Wow, that was the longest elevator ride ever." Zuma said.
"I know, it felt like forever." Rubble agreed with him.
"Guys let's focus. We, and most importantly Chase need to prepare for tonight. Now let's head out." Rocky said, leading them out of the elevator to Chase's pup house.
Sooo Chase didn't get to confessing to Skye, but could you blame him? That timing really sucked. Who knows, maybe this could be his lucky break... As for Skye and Everest, things got pretty heated out there. Are they going to let that ruin their night though? Be on the lookout for Chapter 7!
Sorry for not uploading daily recently, the next chapter comes tomorrow. Promise :)