Pup In Shining Armor (Rubble and Skye)

"How could you do this to me?!" Rubble looked up from where he was happily chewing on his squeaky chew toy when he heard Skye's voice yell out. Curious, he wandered over to the small forest where Skye and Chase were apparently "talking". The bright morning sunshine warmed his pelt as he steathily crept into the dense undergrowth. There, was Skye and Chase. Skye had tears running down her face but was glaring angrily at Chase. Chase glared right back, but he didn't seem to be teary eyed at all.

"I told you, we're not married to each other, and we never will be. I can break up with you anytime, and you can do the same. And right now, I'm breaking up with you. "

"But why? What did I do? " The tears have stopped coming out, and all Skye was doing now was just staring at him. Chase had shuddered at the sight of her tears, he didn't mean to make her cry. "Can't you see? We're not perfect for each other anymore. We fight all the time, and always end up yelling and growling at each other. I'm not happy, and I bet you aren't either."

"But I'm not! I love you, Chase!"

"Sorry Skye, but I don't feel the same." Chase turned around to leave, but Skye launched herself at Chase's long legs, hugging them to her chest, "Don't leave me here all alone!" He just looked at her in shock. "Skye! What are you doing? Only young pups do that!" But he did stay, pulling her off him. Skye sat up, looked straight at him, and said, "Break up with me. But answer my questions before you leave. Why? Is it someone else? I've calmed down, I'll try not to get mad again, I promise."

"Fine. You deserve to know. Please just don't get too mad at him, okay? "

"You're in love with a BOY?!" You could probably guess that Skye had a mixture of shock and disgust on her face. She could never guess that the German Shepard in front of her liked boys. He was always a ladies man.

Rubble was quiet, watching this all unfold. He felt bad for Skye, being crushed like that, but he was secretly happy because now at least he had a chance with her. Rubble had a huge crush on her ever since they met, but since he was younger then, so he had no chance with her. But now, he was older... Maybe he did have a chance.

"Oh my God, Skye. Is it such a big deal? Yes, I am gay. No, we aren't dating yet. Now calm down, Skye. You promised not to be mad." Chase had no trouble coming out, and this surprised Rubble. Skye calmed down a bit, asking for him to continue. Chase did, speaking his tale. "When we started dating four months ago, I felt like something wasn't right. I didn't feel the love I was supposed to feel, I only felt family love. But you looked so happy with me, and I didn't want to break your heart as soon as we started dating, since I know how much it takes to ask your crush on a date."

"So you never loved me like what I felt for you." Skye whispered. The two we're sitting right in front of Rubble's hiding spot, so he could hear every word they said. He could see the rejection in Skye's pink brown eyes. His own watered a little at the sight of his love's heart breaking, and there was nothing he could do about it.

"No, Skye, I didn't. I'm so sorry, I would have told you from the beginning."

"Don't say sorry, even if you're the wrong one. I don't want to hear it. " Skye said, trying to control her feelings from coming out. "Just please continue on."

"Are you sure you want to know? I feel bad enough for you already.. "

"I'm positive. I deserve to know, you said that yourself. "

"Okay then.. " Chase took a deep breath. "So as one month went by I realized I couldn't keep pretending anymore. Every time you would nuzzle me, kiss me, or anything, I would have to fight the urge to run away. So I always tried to go away whenever you were near so I wouldn't break your heart. I know, I should have told you. And when we had our big fight, and we both left in tears, I found something I should have told you from the beginning. I wasn't able to love you because my heart was already taken. "

"By who? " Skye braced herself.

"I fell in love with Marshall. "

"You WHAT?! "

"I. Am. In. Love. With. Marshall. You really need to be a little bit more quieter, you know. " Skye just rolled her eyes, "How would you expect me to deal with this then?"

"Okay, okay. You have a point. Now let me continue. Ever since the beginning, when we first met each other, I loved him. But at that time, I didn't know what love was. And after he comforted me on the night if our big fight, I realizied those feelings I've been feeling towards him are love. I can't pretend anymore, Skye. I hope you understand."

"Chase... As much as I want to be mad at you, I can't. I had this feeling from the start that you didn't really love me, and you loved some other pup. I want you to be with someone you truly love. I don't want to burden you. I have always loved you, from the start. I asked you to be my mate because I know you wouldn't ever see me that way if I didn't. Love is so frustrating sometimes. I can't forgive you right now, but I'll try to forgive you soon. Good luck with Marshall."

"Thanks Skye, it means a lot, hearing it from you. "

She attempted to smile at Chase, but it came out kind of wobbly. Chase smiled faintly back at her, then left her for real this time at the clearing. She watched as he left, then as soon as she was sure he was gone, she broke into tears. Rubble watched, unable to do anything as Skye cried wet, sloppy tears. Looking at her, he could tell that she wanted to be left alone. But this might be the only chance Skye will ever see him as more than a friend. Gathering all of his courage, he snuck out of his hiding spot and gently tapped her on the shoulder. Skye turned to see him, too sad to care what she looked like right now. "H-hi Rubble. "

"Hi Skye, are you okay? "

"No, not really... " she sighed.

"Do you want to talk about it? "

"I don't know anymore. "

"That's okay if you don't want to. I just want you to know that I will help you in any way I can. "

Skye looked at Rubble with a grateful but still kind of tearful eyes. "Thanks Rubble." He smiled back at her.

ooOoo

In the end, Skye did tell Rubble everything, even if Rubble secretly already knew. For the next two weeks, Rubble did anything he can to make Skye feel better. He was always the first to say a compliment to her, first to say good morning, always did something fun with her to keep her distracted from Chase and Marshall. He could tell she was still sad, but the little and big things he did everyday seemed to make her happier and happier. So one day, Rubble decided to ask the pretty cockapoo the question that was burning in his mind. He wandered over to Skye's pup house and knocked. The door opened and showed Skye, happily grinning at him. "Hey Rubble! What's up?"

"Hi Skye! I was wondering if….um.…" 'Why is it so hard to say this?' He thought.

"You were wondering what? " Skye cocked her head to one side, a quizzical look on her face.

"I was wondering if you would like to go on a hike with me to Bay rock today?" Bay rock was a huge rock sitting at the edge of the forest area, overlooking the sea. It was about a two hour hike, but the views were absolutely beautiful to look at.

"Hmmm... Is it a date?" Skye smirked at Rubble.

"Uhhh... I would call it a friend's day out, myself." Was it just him, or did Skye's smile falter a bit? Immediately he wanted to take that back.

"Sure! Sounds fun! " Whatever Skye had been feeling before had been covered up by her happiness yet again.

"Okay! Meet you by your house by two? "

"Sounds great! See you then!"

Rubble was so happy as he left Skye to her own devices for a while. He had finally asked her, and she said yes! He went over to their playing field and laid down, dreamily sighing. He would never get tired of seeing her, never. He loved how her pink tinged eyes would sparkle, and how her adorable floppy brown ears would trail behind her as she gracefully did a filp. Her voice was like a sweet song to his ears, happy and so kind. He loved her, of course. But does she love him back the way he does? ooOoo

Finally, it was two o'clock, and Rubble was waiting somewhat impatiently for Skye. Looking around, he saw no sign of her anywhere.

"BOO! " Rubble nearly jumped out of his fur.

"AHH! Skye?" He whirled around to see her grinning at him.

"Were you scared?" She said playfully.

"Yes of cours- I mean, no way!" He puffed out his chest, trying to cover his little slip up. Skye giggled at the sight.

"Yeah right." Skye rolled her eyes teasingly. "Ready to go?"

"Ready as I'll ever be." He replied, which made Skye giggle again. The two grinned at each other before walking towards the trail.

Rubble had walked this many times before, mainly to clear his head. It was usually a long and quiet walk, since he was all by himself. But this time, he had Skye and the two were happily chatting about random things as they walked together. From Rocky's newest inventions, to Ryder's crush on Katie, they had tons to talk about.

When they finally reached Bay rock, Skye widened her eyes in awe. The huge rock overlooked the sea blue ocean, and you could hear the waves gently lapping against the huge rock. There was halo like ring of trees surrounding them, with big gaps so you could see the views it had to offer. She wandered closer to the edge, feeling the breeze tickle her fur. She turned back to Rubble, how was walking closer to her. "It's so beautiful! Thank you for taking me here!"

"You're welcome, Skye. Anything for you." Mentioned pup blushed, a light pink staining her muzzle. "Now just wait a minute, something even better will happen soon.."

"Something even better? Can't wait!" Forgetting where she was for a second, Skye did a back filp, and her feet slid on the rocks when she landed. She was going to fall into the sea.

Luckily, Rubble was there and he helped steady the now red faced coakapoo.

"T-thanks Rubble. Not a good idea, was it?" He laughed gently.

"Not the best idea ever." They shared a smile, before looking back to the view. They looked just in time to see the orange ball of light slowly sink into the water. Purple, pink, orange, and yellow lit up the sky, and the contrast between the sun's last lights and the coolness of the ocean just made it even more beautiful. The two were in silence for a moment before Rubble cleared his throat. "Skye, there's something I've wanted to tell you.. "

"Hmmm? What is it Rubble?" She now had her full attention on him. He gulped.

"I know I might not be the best with words, but hear me out, okay? Skye, you're amazing, so sweet, and so kind. It makes me feel so happy just to be with you everyday." He took her paw, then continued, "Skye, I love you. From the first time we met, I was already smitten about you. But then you started dating Chase, and I forced myself to be happy for you. I still love you the same, Skye. Will you be my mate?"

Skye gazed tenderly at Rubble. "All these years, I've been pining for the wrong dog. You helped me get over my break up, and I didn't have to ask you. You were always there for me, always ready to talk. Thank you Rubble. All this time I've been searching for my knight in shining armour who comes to my rescue, my hero, and my love. I'm so stupid for not realizing the pup I was searching for was the one in front of me, beside me all this time. Yes I'll be your mate. With you, my heart feels free to love again and I love you." Skye suddenly kissed Rubble softly on the lips, and Rubble kissed her back as a shooting star shot across the evening sky. They broke their kiss to gaze at the star.

"Make a wish." Skye whispered, leaning her head on his shoulder. Rubble looked tenderly at her. "I don't need to, my wish just came true."

END!

Author's note: Wow that was a long chapter! I think this should be called a long shot, inside of a one shot ;).

This was a request, and I hope I did it well :). Thank you for reading this far, and I promise I won't write any more long ones like this (unless you guys want longs ones like this...).

Anyhoo, the next up is Zuma and Rocky! I have another story I'm writing, so I'll try to write that as soon as I can. Feel free to ask for a request although I do have one condition. I can't do Skye and Chase. Trust me, I've tried, but it just doesn't seem right to me. Sorry! I don't mind any other ones though. If there are no requests then I'll write my own, with probably everyone in it. Would you guys like it to be a funny one or a romantic one? Your choice!

Thank you scarlethunter, for giving me this idea. I don't know what my story would be like if she didn't help me with it.

And lastly, if you liked this, please review! (you don't have to if you don't want to, I like reading reviews, that's all :)

Until next time!

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