Skye hummed to herself as she waited for Katie to come back to her grooming. She looked over a magazine to keep occupied. Zuma came in with Chase.
"That was a good rescue, Chase, you were wicked out there," Zuma smiled.
Chase laughed and replied, "You too. You were great, Zuma."
"Hey you two, ready for your baths?" Katie smiled.
"I am," Zuma smiled, "I taste like sea water right now."
Chase laughed and added humorously, "You've been in sea water so it's only natural."
Zuma laughed and Katie laughed.
"So, the rescue went well, huh?" Skye giggled.
"Oh, hi, Skye, didn't see you there," Chase smiled, "Looking good so far."
"I'm not done yet," Katie smiled, "I'll get their baths ready and then you should be ready, 'kay?"
"Sure," Skye smiled.
Zuma looked at the magazine and laughed, "Skye, you know that's a few months late, right?"
"Yea, but I like this one. It has a story I like to read."
"Can we see?" Chase asked.
"Sure, Chase," Skye smiled, "Its detective fiction. A man goes missing and it's up to the main character to find him. The ending still gets me."
Chase and Zuma read it over together and nodded, giving it back, "Cool."
"I know," Skye smiles, "And they get married."
Skye sighed to herself in her thoughts, "I love weddings."
Chase and Zuma rolled their eyes and shook their heads. Just then, Radar came in humming to himself.
"Hey, Radar, you seem happy," Chase smiled.
Radar laughed and replied, "So you noticed. So, for a while I've been playing a hand in a contest and you would never guess it. I won!"
The pups congratulated him, "Oh, that's great!"
"Great job, Radar."
"That's cool Radar, dude," Zuma smiled, "What'd ya win?"
"Free trip," Radar smiled, "It's a seven days six nights trip cruise, not counting the cruise, to Hawaii. Wait, let me rephrase that: I have a trip to Oahu, Hawaii for a week but I also won a cruise trip. So I get a week on the water in a cruise ship and then I spend a week on Hawaii."
"That's really cool, Radar," Zuma smiled, "I hope you have fun."
"I wasn't done yet," Radar chuckled, "Anyway, It's a family trip sort of thing and I talked to Ryder for a while. We set up a date and everything."
Skye, Chase and, Zuma's eyes all widened.
"Fellas, how about it?" Radar smiled.
"Yes!" Skye jumped and flipped; her magazine flew in the air.
Marshall walked in, "Hey, Radar, did you tell them yet? Ah! What's that? Who's there?!"
He started off in a run with the magazine on his head and slipped on some soap.
"Whoa, hey, watch it," Radar jumped out of the way, "Katie, lookout, a doc's coming from the rear!"
She looked back and caught Marshall before he could do any more damage.
"Heh, oops," Marshal smiled nervously in hopes he didn't destroy anything.
"Its okay, Marshall, I got you just in time," She smiled, "So, you know about the trip Radar won."
"Yea, you coming?"
"I was gonna ask her that, doc," Radar chuckled, "That was before you decided to practice the circus act."
"It was my fault," Skye chuckled nervously, "I forgot that I had the magazine next to me and I threw it up."
"Well, these things happen, flipper. Flipper? Bleh, sorry for callin' you that."
Skye giggled, "It's okay."
"I would love to come," Katie smiled, "How about it Cali?"
Cali meowed in approval and seemed excited about the endeavor.
"Alright, Cali and I are in," She smiled.
"Great, that's everyone," Marshall jumped, doing a flip of his own and landing it.
"Hey, I did it. Skye I did it!" Marshall called.
"Nice one Marshall. Still a bit flimsy thought, keep it tight."
"Oh, sure, okay," Marshall nodded.
"Are the baths ready yet?" Zuma asked.
Katie giggled, "Yes, there done."
The two enjoyed a nice bath and returned to the lookout. Most of the other pups were already packing. Everest and Jake were packed and waiting.
"Wow, everyone seems excited for this trip," Zuma laughed.
"Why wouldn't they?" shrugged Chase, "We haven't had one in two years. I'm actually looking forward to it too."
"Yea, me too," Skye sighed, "I heard the sunsets there are more beautiful than anywhere else."
"A tropical island has that leisure," Radar smiled, "I'm gonna miss my van, but I think staying away from the tech and all would be nice. Don't' forget your pup packs guys. We may need them over there."
"Hey, I would never forget my pup pack anywhere if we were going out of here," Chase chuckled.
"So what do you guys think we'll do there?" Marshall asked, "There's a lot we can do, right Radar?"
"I was thinking about the Polynesian Cultural Center," Radar replied, "Here come with me."
The group followed Radar into his van. He showed them some things to advertise his idea. They agreed immediately.
"That's cool," Zuma exclaimed, "So, when is the trip gonna start?"
"Three days, it was set that way on purpose," Radar answered.
"Yay! I can't wait!" Skye flipped.
"Whoa, carful when flipping here, flipper. gah! I did it again. Anyway, there's a lot of stuff in here that is delicate. Like that modem, that's one of a kind modem that cost me a lot."
"Ooh, sorry," She ducked but smiled.
"It's fine, but, yes, it is awesome. So stop waiting and get packing. We're moving out in three days."
"Don't have to tell me twice," Marshall smiled, "Bet I can pack faster than you."
"Oh, yea? We'll see about that," Zuma ran out.
The others followed, but Radar, who shrugged and started up a game.
Within the three days, the whole gang was ready to go. They gathered their things in the bottom of the Lookout to show they were ready to go.
"So, boss, how are we going to transport everyone?" Radar asked.
Ryder shrugged, "I was thinking we could take the PAW Patroller. It's got space for everyone."
"Genius," Radar shrugged, "I like it."
The pups that were present were in agreement as well. With that, those who were preset, being Marshall, Zuma, Radar, and Chase, helped Ryder take all the baggage into the PAW Patroller. Rubble had eventually joined in to help since he had come bye at the time. Everyone else's location was a mystery. Ryder didn't call them due to the work load. But when they finished he pulled out his pup pack and called the absent pups.
"Pups, where are you?" He asked.
Skye was the first to answer, "Jake picked me up early in the morning so we could help Everest. She forgot to pack some things and she wanted my opinion on a few things."
Everest was next, "Yea, she's with me and Jake, but were coming down now."
Rocky was last, "Katie's suitcase broke and she asked me if I had anything to fix or replace it so I'm with her."
Ryder smiled, "Alright, we'll stop at her place and get her things then we'll wait for Jake, Skye, and Everest."
"Roger," The three pups nodded.
Ryder hung up and rounded the pups in the PAW Patroller. As planned, they arrived to pick up Katie and her things. They waited for Jake, Everest, and Skye at the capitol building. As soon as they showed up they were off for good this time. The trip to their cruise ship would take a six hour drive. Some of them stayed in the hangout area to while others played Pup Pup Boogie on the PAW Patroller's big screen big screen. Skye and Marshall were playing this time.
"And Tail spin!" Marshall tried his tails spin but bumped into a chair next to him.
"Oomf, oops, sorry," Marshall grinned in Jakes lap.
"No problem, dude," Jake smiled back.
He let Marshall down and got back to playing a small game on his phone.
Skye giggled, "Don't worry, Marshall, you'll get it sooner or later."
"You think?" Marshall asked.
"Sure," Skye replied.
The door opened, "Hey, you guys done yet? I want to play."
"Sure, Zuma," Marshall smiled, "I'm done anyway."
Zuma took Marshall's place and asked, "Ready Skye?"
"You bet," She smiled.
The two played a game of Pup Pup Boogie until the first stop for everyone to use the bathroom and get something to eat. Ryder went into the station to get something for himself. Zuma joined him soon after finishing his own business. He searched through the racks but didn't find what he was looking for.
"Hey Ryder you see any dog treats anywhere? We're running out." He asked.
Ryder looked around and shook his head, "No, I guess they don't have any, Zuma."
Zuma hung his head. Only Everest was going to enjoy the ride soon. There was plenty of liver to go around. Zuma walked out of the station. The pups were stretching out there legs. They all played a game of tag since it was the best thing they could think of. They weren't on the parking lot or near the road; it was just a patch of grass that was next to the station. Katie brushed Cali and Jake was refueling the PAW Patroller. Radar was out of the game of tag for now. He looked like he was playing a game on his computer but when Zuma lurked over he could see he was actually looking up attractions and activities in Hawaii they could do on Oahu. There appeared to be a lot.
"What's a luh-a-uh?" Zuma asked.
"It's actually pronounced loo-ow," Radar laughed, "And it's a feast or buffet, really. I was thinking the Polynesian Cultural Center would be a good idea."
Zuma smiled, "That's sounds fun."
Radar Chuckled, "I think so too. I've only heard of the place… It's pretty good from what I've heard."
"I hope we can go," Zuma smiled looking at the short preview that Radar was playing.
"Me too," Radar smiled.
"Alright, pups, to the PAW Patroller!" Ryder called.
The pups took off to the PAW Patroller and they were away again. The pups did their own thing again in the hangout area of the PAW Patroller. Radar, this time, was playing a game of his own. Rubble was taking a nap at this time. He liked taking naps a lot. Skye and Everest were talking while playing on the game that was near the front corner next to the door. Chase and Rocky were playing Pup Pup Boogie. Zuma and Marshall had started a card game that Radar was somewhat in. He didn't pay much attention to it since he had his game in front of him.
"Radar, it's your turn," Marshall poked.
"Ah yes, of course," He clicked and put down a card.
"Was that the best you could do?" Zuma laughed.
In a game of war, you were trying to reach the highest card above everyone's if you could. But he placed a two: the lowest card only good for trumping a wild card, or joker, and causing a war event.
"Well, I guess that's my win," Zuma grinned ear to ear.
"Whatever," Radar scoffed.
"Radar, he's beating us," Marshall brought to his attention.
Radar examined the card levels, "Egad, your right."
X X X
Everest finished her game and cheered herself on, "Yes! I beat the high-score!"
Skye flipped, "Woo hoo, Chase's score is history! Your really good at this."
Everest smiled, "Thanks, it's a really fun game."
Skye giggled and grinned, "I can't wait to see Chase's face when he sees the score."
Everest giggled with her. They heard two of the three boys awake or present groan.
"You're kidding!" Radar exclaimed, "You cheated; I know you did."
"Sorry, Radar, but a win's a win," Zuma smiled.
Marshall dropped his head on the table. The thud made a spoon fly up and hit a bowl making a small ding.
Rubble woke up with a star, "Huh? Supper already?"
Skye giggled, "Not yet, Rubble. The boys are just being boys."
"What's that supposed to mean?" Radar asked, "You would be suspecting too."
Skye rolled her head and eyes, "Well, at least I would be a better looser."
Radar deadpanned at her, "I'm watching you; you aren't perfect every day."
"I never said I was," Skye smiled.
"Okay then," Rubble interrupted with a yawn, "Wake me when were gonna east."
"Sure thing, sleepy head," Radar replied.
He clicked on his computer and played another game.
"Do you ever take that off?" Everest asked, referring to his pup pack.
"Sure I do. It's called: when I sleep. Of course, I take it off on the occasional time I don't need it. But on trips? Who knows? You know?"
"Sure," Everest replied giggling with Skye.
"Great, there's two of them," Radar sighed; he leaned over to Marshall and whispered something.
Marshall chuckled and shrugged. Rocky and Chase came back from the other room.
"That was a pretty close match, Chase, great job," Rocky complimented.
"You too, Rocky, that was an awesome tailspin," Chase complimented back.
"Who won?" Radar asked.
"Chase but I was just a few hundred points behind," Rocky smiled, "Get you next time."
Chase and Rocky smiled at each other. Radar grunted and turned back to his computer.
The trip didn't take too much longer after that. The cruise ship was beginning to board. The pups got there things and Radar, with Ryder, got three rooms. Cali, Katie, Everest, and Skye got one. Marshall, Rocky, Radar and Jake got a room. Rubble, Chase, Zuma, and Ryder got the last one. They moved all their things inside and settled down before the cruise made for Hawaii. They stayed in their groups as they explored the ship a little. It was a large ship with your average look of a cruise ship. It wasn't that special, but it was a special to the pups.
"Wow! Hey, look at that!" Skye exclaimed looking at some dolphins as they jumped next to the cruise ship.
The pups oohed as they did some tricks, waved, or spit out water. One of them playfully squirted at Rocky.
"Ah! Wet! Wet! Wet!" He ran away from the side and shook himself off, "Why'd it do that?"
"I think it was just playing with you, Rocky," Ryder grinned.
"Some game," Rocky said, still a bit dripping wet.
The pups laughed. Rocky, by now, probably despised dolphins. The pups got some time to play around with the children since there was wide open space on the deck. Some of the adults had conversations with Katie, Jake, and Ryder. The ship was filled with fans. The manager was one of them.
"It's an honor to finally meet you," He smiled, shaking their hands.
"Thanks you for letting us on your ship," Ryder shook his hand.
"Its fine," He replied, "Maybe I can show you has she works."
"That would be something I'm sure all the pups would love to see," Ryder smiled.
"Alright, we'll have to set up a date during this week since I'm a bit busy for now," The manager smiled.
"Sure," Ryder replied, "When's a good time?"
The manager pulled out a paper and some glasses give it a read-over.
"Two days from now. Is that alright?"
Ryder nodded, "Sure, thanks a lot."
The manager left to his duties and Ryder returned to enjoying his time with the pups. After two days passed the pups were taken to the engine room. Katie brought Cali too.
"As you can see, this is the thing that gets the old girl going. She's one of the fastest around. That's why we can get to places like Hawaii in a week's time."
"Wow," Zuma began to admire the engine complexity.
Machinery in one way and pipes all over, it looked like an industrial park or something. Marshall watched a meter slowly go down. A mechanic spotted it and turned a lever. The meter returned to the green.
"Zuma, what's this do?" Marshall asked.
"I don't know," Zuma shrugged.
"That's the pressure gauge," The mechanic smiled, "We use this to make sure the engine isn't going to explode or do anything disastrous."
"Ex-explode?" The pups asked nervously.
"Now that would be a crummy juncture, wouldn't it?" Radar asked.
"Sure would, which is why we keep an eye on it. Don't mess with it, alright? Oop, looks like something over there needs adjusting. Hey, Malcolm, get over here!" The mechanic called.
"I'm on it," Malcolm called.
The manager smiled and asked, "Charlie, why don't you have one of them give a hand it? Show them the ropes?"
"Oh, sure boss. It's a pretty minor thing so it should be safe, eve in something goes bad." Charlie nodded, "Over here kids."
They followed and saw the problem.
"That's a big bolt," Rocky said.
"Yep, and its slipping a bit. Must've forgotten to get it all the way. Malcolm! Where's that wrench?"
"Here, ya go," Malcolm handed the giant tool to him.
"Okay, any volunteers?" Charlie asked.
No one did, being a bit nervous. Katie eventually raised her hand.
"I'll do it."
Charlie smiled and pointed, "Ah, there's the brave soul. Come on over here."
She put Cali down and instructed Marshall to keep an eye on her. He confirmed and watched her go up front. Cali rolled her eyes and sat there grumbling. The grumbling turned out to be her stomach. She looked around and saw a mouse. Cali meowed and licked her lips then prowled. Marshall didn't notice her slip away until he wanted to ask her a question.
"Huh? Cali? Cali? Where'd she go?" He asked himself.
He sniffed the ground, found her scent, followed it and spotted her a moment sooner.
"Cali, what are you doing?" Marshall laughed.
She tried to catch the mouse, but it was crafty. Zuma rushed over.
"Hey, what's going on, Marshall?" He asked.
"Cali's trying to catch that silly mouse," Marshall laughed.
Zuma laughed too. Marshall walked over to Cali as to persuade her to come back with him to the group.
"Come on," Marshall smiled, "Let's go… ouch! Hey, who turned off the lights?"
The mouse raced between Marshall's feet and Cali used him as a stepping stool.
"uh oh," Zuma rushed over to catch Cali.
She jumped on him as the mouse race around him. Marshall lifted his hat and shouted at Cali.
"Cali, No don't do that!"
The group looked over; Malcolm raced and saw as a gauge begin to skyrocket. Cali was spinning the lever and increasing pressure.
"Get out of there!" He shouted.
Marshall saw the gauge go crazy, and the pips begin to rumble. He realized he didn't have much time. He had to make his action quick. He bolted to Cali, grabbed her by the scruff with his mouth and ran off just far enough that when the engine blew the damage was only to his ears. They rang like a sound proof room. He groaned and felt himself dragging. Zuma had him.
"I gotch you, Marshall," He assured.
Marshall saw a fire in front of him. His instincts kicked in and he was back on his feet. He could smell something.
"Gas leak! Get out!" Was the response.
They did. Malcolm looked over and his eyes shot open.
"We need to secure that valve!" He called, "If we don't we'll blow again!"
"Way ahead of you," Rocky called.
Out of everyone, he and Radar were the only ones that brought their pup packs. Rocky had been persuaded by Radar's "holy teachings of the pup packs" and made it a habit to keep it on for most of the day. His vest would help with any hazards too. He raced over to the valve and called for Malcolm.
"What do I have to do?"
"Turn left!" Malcolm replied.
Rocky's pup pack arms grabbed hold and began to turn the valve slowly.
"That's good. Now go to the second pipe on your right, use that wrench next to you to tighten the fifth connection!"
The instructions went on. By that time most of the pups were helping people evacuate. The fire was getting bigger. Marshall got a hold of his puck pack along with the other pups and they went to their jobs that Ryder had instructed. Ryder and Chase had made sure everyone was in order with most of the staff helping. Marshall began to fight the fire. Zuma ensured boat safety vests were applied. Skye kept a watchful eye from above. Rocky was still helping Malcolm secure the ship from another explosion. Radar monitored the ship's condition, which was critical. He also ensured that Jake and Katie and Cali were close when they were going to take a turn on a life boat. Everest, however, was unaccounted for so far.
X X X
"What happened?" The captain asked.
"Engine two just blew sir! Three went with it. Four is being stabilized and one is in danger!" A crew member shouted.
"Can we stop the ship?" The captain asked.
"No, the ship is going to fast!" He replied.
Another crew member hyped in, "Sir, were about to hit a rock mound! If we can't turn we'll hit them and sink!"
"Sir, the steering is out of commission! We must evacuate!"
The captain sighed; there was nothing that could be done to help the situation.
X X X
Marshall and Zuma both found Everest. She was stuck trying to get out of between pips in the engine room.
"Thanks," She smiled after they pulled her out.
"Sure, now come on!" Zuma motioned.
"Zuma, Rocky, Everest, Marshall," Katie called.
"Katie, what are you doing here?" Rocky asked.
Malcolm turned over and saw her.
"Ma'am, you have to go, you need to evacuate!" He shouted.
"I was trying to get…!"
An engine blew and, incidentally, they crashed into the rock mound.
X
Radar scanned the area several times. Nothing.
"Boss, I can't find anything," He sighed, "There's only one reason why pup collars would cut out."
Ryder didn't want give in to such an idea. But what other conclusion would he come up with? There was nothing to be done.
"We should go, Boss. There's not much good I can do without bigger gear."
Ryder looked down. He had to think about it.
"Sir?" Chase tried to get his attention.
Jake put a hand on his shoulder, "Ryder, we should go."
Ryder nodded and sat down on the boat. Some of the survivors took the ors and rowed to the others evacuating the premise.
X
Zuma swam to the top as far as he could, finally getting some air. He took as many deep breaths as he could and dove in again. He finally found his pup pack to which he immediately equipped and utilized. He first found Everest and took her to the nearest surface area. She coughed for air and gasped.
"Thank, Zuma," She huffed.
"Wait here," He nodded.
He dove in and found Katie and Cali. They were both almost out of breath. He tapped them and had them hang onto him. He dragged them to the same place he took Everest. Then it was back in to find anyone else. He found Rocky and the mechanic, Malcolm. Marshall was nowhere to be seen though. Zuma extended his search to other areas but found nothing. He went back.
"We'll have to get out of here," He warned, "I'll take you to someplace safe and extend my search for Marshall or anyone else."
"You can't find Marshall?" Everest asked, "He might drown!"
"The sooner I get you someplace the sooner I can find him," Zuma assured.
The safe place was a leftover inflatable boat. They waited for Zuma for what felt like hours, even though it was only ten minutes. He finally surfaced with Marshall completely drowned.
"Marshall!" Everest checked him.
Katie moved her to the side so she could check him. She seemed grim.
"He's not breathing," She said, "He needs CPR. Zuma, your oxygen mask."
"Sure, Katie."
He gave her the mouth piece and she started thirty compressions, put the piece in and turned up the oxygen PSI, also covering his nose. She turned it off and did more compressions. Everyone watched in suspense and hope. Finally he woke up screaming.
"Ah, what? What happened? Where am I?" He asked.
"It's okay," Katie assured, "It's just us, Marshall."
"Who?" He asked.
He shuttered every second. He looked so scared.
"Marshall, it's us," Everest smiled, "Remember?"
Marshall began to cry, "No, I don't remember much of anything. Who…who are you?"
The question seemed to have broken her heart. Everyone looked at each other. Malcolm sighed and mumbled something.
"What?" Katie asked.
"Amnesia," He replied, "Marshall probably doesn't even know his own name."
Marshall looked at Malcolm, "Is that it?"
"Dude, not good," Zuma sighed.
Rocky pat Marshall on the back, "Don't worry, Marshall, I'm sure you'll get you memory back."
Marshall looked unsure. He laid down and whimpered to himself.
"We should get to some land," Malcolm instructed, "By now, we won't be able to find the others."
They rowed to a nearby island pretty far from the crashed ship. Malcolm pulled the boat to the shore and helped the pups and Katie out. Cali stayed in her arms this time.
"I'm gonna need everyone's collars," Rocky called.
"Sure," Zuma nodded.
He ran over to Everest and collected hers. He also took Marshall's. Marshall looked around and tried to get eh pup pack off of his person. He was struggling quite a bit.
"Here, holed still," She instructed.
She unlatched the pack and undid the vest letting him slip everything off. He sniffed and tried to hold in the next tear drops.
"Are you okay?" She asked.
"I don't know," He replied, "I want to remember everything; I'm trying so hard to remember, but I can't."
Everest looked at him sympathetically and stopped his rant, "Shh, it's okay. It's not your fault. Don't try too hard, okay? You might hurt yourself."
"Okay," He nodded, "Thank you for helping me."
She smiled, "What are friends for?"
Marshall smiled, "What's your name?"
"Everest," She replied, "I'm Everest, she's Katie. In her arms is Cali, that's Rocky, and Zuma. Then there's Malcolm. We don't know much about him. He's just helping us. He was a mechanic on the ship that crashed over there."
Marshall smiled, "Okay, thanks again."
Everest giggled, "Well, what are friends for? Times two."
Marshall chuckled with her and stopped her before she left, "No, really, thank you."
She paused and saw his paw on hers. She smiled and left, keeping it to herself. Marshall was left alone to think. She found Rocky messing with five electronic devices. The collars and Katie's phone.
"What are you doing?" She asked.
"I'm seeing if I can reach Radar. He taught me this trick once. If I can get these collars to act as something like an antenna or satellite then I can use the phone to make contact with him. He's the only one that will catch my signal after all. I bet he's still looking for one."
"You are his best friend," Everest smiled.
"Yea, which is why I know he'll get my signal," Rocky said full of determination.
Zuma watched him work on the little wires and screws. Another time he had to see his collar be obliterated. He didn't mind it as much but it was a precious thing to him. He saw Marshall stare at the water. Katie was next to him, talking to him. He decided to join in.
"Don't you remember that?" She asked.
"I remember being afraid of ghosts," Marshall joked.
They both laughed. Zuma gave a big smile. Marshall greeted him.
"Hey… uh… Zuma, right?" He asked.
"That's me, dude," Zuma replied.
"Heh, yea, uh, Everest told me," Marshall grinned, "She's really nice. How long have we known her?"
"A year or two," Zuma shrugged, "Why?"
"Oh, no reason," Marshall replied.
Katie giggled and asked, "Is someone in love?"
"Who said that?" Marshall asked, "I don't like her. Uh, like like her, anyway."
Zuma and Katie both smiled at him and gave him friendly attention.
"I really wish I remembered her though. What's she like? Uh, what are all of you like, actually. Heh, just thought it would help the old memory."
They looked at each other.
"Well, She's the snow rescue pup. You know, get lost in the winter she's there to help kind of thing. She lives with Jake."
"Jake?" Marshall asked, "He sounds familiar, but I don't know."
"Well, that's good news," Zuma smiled, "You at least remember a name."
Marshall sighed, "I guess."
"It's going to be okay, Marshall. You'll get your memory back," Katie comforted.
"That's what your all going to say," Marshall sighed, "Might as well believe it."
"Hey, buck up, Marshall," Zuma smiled, "It's gonna happen. Maybe not today, or tomorrow, but someday."
Marshall nodded. Katie wrapped a blanket around him and kissed his forehead.
X
Ryder tried to use his pup pad's tracker to see if he could find the pups at all. Radar helped enhance the signal but there was nothing to go off of.
"Are we going to find them?" Rubble asked.
"Of course we will," Ryder pet his head, "We always find each other. Remember?"
Rubble whimpered a bit. Ryder smiled put his pad aside.
"Hey, don't cry. You're a tough pup remember? Besides, they've got each other. Zuma will get them to safety then it's up to Katie and Marshall."
Rubble perked up and smiled, "Okay."
"Atta boy," Ryder smiled.
"Boss, I can take it from here," I'm sure that Rocky will try to contact me if I keep the chatter open."
"See? They've even got Rocky," Ryder smiled, "He built a satellite out of scraps."
Chase knocked and walked inside the van with Skye, "Sir, we have another emergency."
Ryder stood up and nodded, "Got, it. Pups, let's go."
X
Marshall stared out at the water. Everest noticed this and joined him.
"What's up?" She asked.
He jumped at her voice and gave her a glance, "Oh, it's you, Everest. I was just… watching the waves. I'm hoping that they might remind me of something but… Yea, I guess there just waves on a beach."
Everest giggled. She stared out at the water and sighed. Something clicked in her mind. Maybe this would reminded him of something!
She began with a segue, "I like places like this. Especially when the water freezes over. Then you can slide and skate everywhere."
Marshall smiled, "You're a husky, why wouldn't you?"
She giggled and replied, "Yea, but just because I'm a husky doesn't mean I want it to stay that way. The waves are a good think to listen to when you need to think. You should try it. Just close your eyes, take a deep breath… and listen."
He did as she did. She took the opportunity to remember what he had told her. It was important to her she got this right. He looked relaxed, calm. He took deep sniffs. He was smelling the ocean, just like she was! Now it was time for phase two.
"Okay, now follow me," She smiled.
"What are we doing?" He asked curiously.
"Come here and I'll show you," She grinned.
He followed her into the water. She wanted to shiver but she reframed. He however had a different reaction.
"Brr, it's cold in here!" He remarked.
"It'll get warmer, just wait," She assured.
It did eventually. He relaxed in the water.
"Okay, now repeat everything I taught you," She grinned.
This was it, now to see if it would jog anything. He followed the previous steps and fell in complete bliss. Suddenly he frowned.
"What's wrong?"
Marshall's frown turned. He looked like he was getting something.
"This feels familiar," He finally replied.
Yes! He's remembering! She wagged her tail in excitement.
"I can't seem to remember," He sighed pulling away from the water and back on land.
She dropped her ears and tail. Failure gnawed at her.
He suddenly paused, "But, thanks for helping. That was pretty relaxing."
"Sure," She replied.
She got out of the water and sighed to herself sadly.
X X X
Zuma stared at the two pups in the water. He sighed and flopped into his back as rocky was working on his "science project". He wanted to be useful, do something, but, of course, no one was drowning so…
"You think Marshall's ever going to remember anything?"
Rocky shrugged taking out a screwdriver, "I don't know; try asking Katie. She knows about Amnesia better than I would. Hmm, now how am I going to extend the si-gnal… Maybe if I just tweak this here… no, that won't work…"
Zuma stared at the crashed ship a distance away from them. It was still on fire even after all this time. Then again, it was only a few hours, not even a day. Malcolm sat next to him.
"Whelp, there's no going back on that thing now," He chuckled.
"Why not?" Zuma asked.
"The ship is on fire and that fuel is leaking out into the water, undoubtedly spreading the fire on the water."
"That could hurt the water, couldn't it?" Zuma asked.
"There's no helping it, little buddy, don't let it bother you," Malcolm gestured, "Besides, the fire will probably burn it out before it can cause too much damage."
Zuma nodded and let out a deep sigh. He couldn't tell if it was an acquired silence or Malcolm just wanting to sit down next to him. Either way, he felt he needed to make conversation.
"So, where's Katie?" Was his fall back.
"She's over there with, poor Marshall. He's on the brink of remembering something. He looks like he's beating his head over it."
Zuma looked over at an excited Katie trying to calm an aggravated Marshall as he was literally beating his head on a tree. He had to laugh; Malcolm joined him. Finally, she got him to stop and put him on her lap, making him relax at her hand stroking softly on his favorite spot.
"I'm going to check on Rocky again," Zuma stood up.
He felt like he needed to do something other than stare at water that moves up and down the shore. He had sites like that every day anyway. Rocky licked his lips as he fiddled with the wiring and smiled when he was done.
"Aright, now I'll have to test the signal," He grinned, "I hope Radar will get this."
"Your done now?" Zuma asked, "Finally! Try it out!"
"Let's get everyone and then I'll try it out," Rocky suggested.
"Got it, dude," Zuma raced over to Katie and Marshall.
Rocky stared at his makeshift communicator. There was only wondering if the signal would last, even if it reached. There was only one way to find out.
X
Radar snored loudly. He rolled over and fell off his chair.
"Oomf, what that? Who dere!?" He looked around and charged at the first direction he was facing.
He was unable to see since he had a food bowl on his head. He ran straight into his bookcase of game guides making them all fall out but taking the bowl off.
"Doh! Those were alphabetized!" He sighed and looked at the mess, "I really need to work on the flight or fright reflexes."
He picked up the first game guide when he heard his computer ring. He cocked his eyebrows.
"What? Does Chase really need my help after all?" He sighed in aggravation.
When he saw the name his eyes popped, "Katie? By Jove, their alive! Hah!"
He typed widely and started talking in the mic, "Katie, Katie is that you?"
He waited for a response. It was full of white noise, so he wasn't sure what if they were getting through. The video was nothing but a fuzzy screen.
"Katie if your there lift the phone to your… right a bit."
They apparently heard him. The video cleared and showed the other half of the gang.
"Hey, there they are!" Radar laughed, "Boy-howdy, am I glad to see you guys are okay," He smiled.
"Radar! Finally!" Rocky smiled, "Hey, can you get our location?"
Radar winked, "Can do, Bro, just a sec."
He typed and frowned. He tried again and the frown was bigger.
"Err, just one more second," He chuckled nervously.
He typed more and sighed, "Zut! I can't pin point you. Your locators aren't showing up anywhere! That's why I couldn't track you! You must have nocked something out."
They frowned. That wasn't something anyone wanted to hear, especially if they were so close to getting off the island.
"Can you locate the sink sight?" Malcolm asked.
"Probably, but you would need to activate the signal on the boat, and that's dangerous. Is it still surfaced?" Radar asked.
"Yea, but it's on fire!" Rocky exclaimed, "And in the middle of the biggest bathtub in the world!"
Radar sighed, "Rocky, my boy, that's why you've got doc. You do have him right?"
They looked at each other. They realized they forgot to tell him.
"Who is he talking about?" Marshall asked.
"Doc, they're you are. See? No problem," Radar smiled.
"Radar," Everest began, "Uh, Marshall has amnesia."
"Amnesia? Oy Vey! There's always got to be a hitch in the plan. Mince! Okay, let me talk to him."
The pups moved and put Marshall forward. He stared at Radar and Radar stared back.
"Uh, hi," Marshall tried to grin.
"Hey, doc, remember me?" Radar asked.
Marshall stared more and tried to. He really wanted to, but he couldn't. He shook his head.
"Yea, I know, that's the problem with Amnesia. Listen, I'm going to show you some things and you need to say what you see. If you don't think it makes sense, say it anyway. First thing, got it?"
"Okay," Marshall replied.
"Okay, first thing," Radar clicked and an image showed up.
It was nonsense, but Marshall answered quickly. Toy boat, train, pup house, fire fighter truck… Ryder.
"Okay stop there," Radar smiled, "Good news, he's not all gone. Ryder obviously left the biggest imprint on his life so he'll remember him. No signs of brain damage either. Marshall has sixty point nine percent chance of getting his memory back."
The group sighed, "That's close enough for anyone."
"Do you think you know the cause of it?" Radar asked.
"He drowned a while ago," Zuma answered.
"Hmm, water logged then. A type of brainwashing. That must be it. Okay, doc might not be able to help you. Don't take any chances. He stays with Katie and Cali on the island. Everyone else needs to get on that boat and try sending a distress signal. Rocky, my man, you remember that Morse code lesson right?"
"dit dit dit, da da da, dit dit dit," Rocky smiled, "Of course I did."
"Nice. I'll alert Ryder and let him know that we found you blokes. Get that signal and I'll catch it."
"Got it," The group said.
"Alright… Uh oh, my signal's..."
Radar cut out. They were on their own again.
"Whelp," Radar sighed, "I hope they'll be okay."
X
Katie took charge immediately, "Alright, pups, you heard him. I'll stay and watch over Marshall and see if he gets is memory back. Malcolm, do you know the ship well enough?"
"Like I know the palm of my hand," He replied.
"Great. Zuma, can you use Marshall's pack?"
Zuma nodded, "Way ahead of you, Katie."
"Rocky, you know how to work the ships destress beacon?"
"Sure can," He nodded.
"Are you sure? You are an Eco pup," She asked to be secure.
Rocky smiled, "I guess you don't know how much time I actually spend with Radar if you have to ask."
"Alright, and that leaves you, Everest."
"We'll need her grappling hook to get on the boat," Zuma advised.
Katie agreed, "That's a good idea. Alright, it's settled. You guys can take the raft."
"Wait, I can't just stay here," Marshall finally argued, "I know I may not remember how to use my… uh, what was it again?"
"A pup pack," Rocky replied.
"…My pup pack! But… You guys can teach me and I can help."
"Marshall, Radar said it's too dangerous for you to go," Katie frowned.
"I know," Marshall replied, "Come on, Please! I'm all fired up!"
Katie's eyes widened. Zuma, Rocky, and Everest gasped. They looked at Katie for her decision. Katie sighed and took into thought.
"Alright, but be careful," She said after a long pause.
The pups cheered. Marshall smiled the biggest smile he ever had.
"Let's dive in!" Zuma called leading the pack.
The group was on the escape raft going back to the boat. They began to explain how to use the pup pack to Marshall. He was getting the grip a little faster than a beginner. Of course, was he really one?
"So, like this?" Marshall asked, "Water cannon *arf arf*."
The canon squirted Rocky. He glared and sighed.
"Yup, that sounds about right."
"Oops, sorry, Rocky. I didn't mean to get you all wet again," Marshall apologized.
"It's fine, it happens… Wait! You remembered!" Rocky's tale waged vigorously.
"Well, look like that Malamute of yours was right," Malcolm smiled, "Alright were almost there. Everest, was it? The grappling hook?"
"You got it," She smiled and fired it off.
The hook grabbed the railing and pulled them close. She pulled to make sure it was secure.
"Got it," Everest exclaimed.
"Alright, everyone, climb up," Malcolm ordered, "Marshall, you first, you need to get the fires before we can set foot on the boat."
"Ready for a ruff ruff rescue," Marshall nodded.
"Hey, your memory is coming back!" Zuma exclaimed.
"Yea, I guess it is," Marshall smiled excitedly.
He climbed up the rope and spotted some fire. He took a deep breath before climbing all the way and taking out his water cannon.
"Take this fire!" He called, spraying the water all over.
He put out most of the flames and motioned for the others to climb up. First was Zuma, then Rocky, Malcolm, and finally Everest.
"Good job, Marshall. This way," Malcolm motioned, "The communications is this way."
The pups followed and reached place he was talking about. Rocky got straight to work.
"Alright, let's do this."
X
"But you can't get the signal back?" Ryder asked.
"No can do, that's right, boss," Radar replied, "But don't worry; they're going to get things back on line faster than you know it."
Chase seemed unsure, "Are you positive that will happen?"
"Extra so," Smiled Radar, "But, there is something you all need to know."
Skye frowned, "By how you're looking at us it's not going to be good."
"No, you'll find out it isn't," Radar replied, "Marshall has amnesia. He was able to remember a bad deal, but his symptoms suggest he will make recovery."
"Thank goodness," Rubble sighed in relief.
"Alright, then," Ryder smiled, "Watch for the transition and we'll stand by. I'll see if I can get us any transport with Cap'n Turbot."
"Solid copy, Boss," Radar nodded.
"Pups, if you want to stay you can, but you can do your own thing until he gets something."
"Yes sir."
"Okay."
"Got it."
Ryder nodded and left to see Captain Turbot. The pups were froze, unknowing whether to go or stay.
"Uh, you guys can move, or roll over, or do something that you do. No pressure," Radar said awkwardly.
No movement. Eventually, Rubble stepped outside, Skye followed and Chase stayed.
"What about you, capitaine monsieur?" Radar asked.
"I… uh… I think I'll wait," Chase replied.
"Okay," Radar nodded and turned, "This feels funny when it's not doc or Rocky."
There was silence between them. Radar tried to whistle as to keep it from getting to awkward silence. However, he lacked that skill. He muttered in French. He needed to keep his bilingual skills sharp. It was the best he could do to honor his former owner. And French, to him, was cool.
"So, where did you learn how to speak French?" Chase asked randomly.
"Le français? I learned when I was a lot younger than I can remember. My owner would speak both languages to me and strictly made sure that I kept it sharp. I speak it once in a while to do just that."
"Skye likes French," Chase chuckled, "One time Rubble tried to impress her by speaking it. I don't think he spoke clear enough for even you to understand."
"Mm, pauvre garcon. They say French is a charming language. I wouldn't go that far, but I would definitely say that it is fun to have the ability. I still can't even believe I'm able to speak it. Having two languages is the best."
"I bet it is," Chase laughed.
Radar turned back around to the computer and looked for a sign of an SOS. He muttered to himself more and cheered on the group lost at sea.
"Come on guys, you can do it."
X
Marshall sprayed jet after jet of water to get the fire to die down. The fire tried to build itself back up wherever he sprayed, but he wouldn't let it.
"Was this always this hard?" Marshall asked.
"You tell me," Zuma shrugged, "I wasn't the fire pup."
"Hey, over there," Malcolm pointed, "That's the place we need to go."
"I'll get it cleared," Marshall grinned.
He was beginning to enjoy his job, "All clear, let's go."
They rushed in but had to be careful. Without proper hazard suites they could end up getting hurt… or worse.
"This way!" Malcolm shouted over the flames.
They rushed behind him into a room. It was especially hot in there.
"Aw gee, Rocky, you better work fast it's an oven in here!" Zuma shouted.
"I'll work as fast as I can, just wait here. Marshall try to put out most of the fire."
"I don't know about that; if I do we'll choke on smoke... How did I know that?"
"It looks like you memory is beginning to kick back in, Marshall," Malcolm smiled, "Rocky, quickly little buddy."
"Got it," Rocky nodded.
Rocky used his mechanical hands to fiddle with the contraptions. He prayed secretly that it wouldn't pop into sparks.
"Okay, let's see if I can get this signal across," Rocky swallowed.
"Uh, guys," Marshall said with his nose in the air, sniffing but frozen.
"Hold on Marshall, just a bit more," Rocky said.
Zuma walked up to him, "What is it Marshall?"
"I smell something funky," He replied, "It kinda smells earthy or… I don't know it…"
Everest sniffed, "I don't really smell anything but the fire. Marshall, you're the second most sensitive sniffer on the team, remember?"
Marshall kept sniffing until it hit him like a rock, "Gas… Gas! Rocky, you've got a gas leak next to you!"
What?" He asked not hearing him over the fire that covered his hearing.
The communications began to spark. Rocky quickly hit a button and ran away from it. Malcolm ran for him and got him before the explosion could take place.
X X X
Katie pet Cali and stared at the boat until it suddenly lit up in flames again. Her eyes went wide. Cali jumped and knocked her over. She carefully lifted herself back up and watched the boat. Her hands went in front of her mouth and her eyes became foggy. The ship began to sink.
"Oh no… no…"
X
"…and she stressed that I…" Radar paused, "Oh ho? Look at that we got coordinates."
"You found them?" Chase asked excitedly.
"Yup, get boss we've got their location," Radar smiled.
Chase ran out of the van and to Ryder as fast as he could. Radar saved the location and just in time; it suddenly cut out.
"Whew that close," He chuckled to himself, "Actually, I think I can get visual on them, let's see."
Radar typed on the keys and hit the enter. He frowned as soon as he saw what he did. He leaned in slowly.
"Oh, tarnation."
X
Zuma coughed and had a sinking feeling. He thought it was just him, but he then realized that the boat was giving him that. It was sinking! They had to get out.
"Marshall? Rocky? Everest? Malcom?" He called.
Rocky coughed and crawled over, "I'm here. It's really hot."
Marshall was found pulling Everest out of some rubble. She coughed and thanked him.
"Where's Malcolm?" Everest asked.
They looked around. Rocky spotted him and pointed.
"There! He's right here!"
He was wounded. It was a burn.
"We have to get him out of here!" Zuma shouted.
"But the ship is sinking; will we make it?" Everest asked.
"We won't find out unless we try!" Marshall said over the roaring flames, "We need to get him to Katie! She'll know what to do."
"No, Marshall; she won't," Everest shook her head, "She's not as much of a medic as you were."
"Me?" Marshall asked, "Are you kidding? I don't know the spleen from the peyer's patches and there in the same system!"
"Then how do you know that?" She argued.
He paused. How did he know?
"You have to try," Rocky encouraged, "You can do it, Marshall."
Zuma joined in, "Yea, come on, dude. First we get him out of here and then you have to try."
Marshall was unsure but he gave a curt nod, "Okay, I'll do my best."
They dragged Malcolm out of the ship, which was easier than it sounded do to him being as light as Jake. The ship was sinking faster now. They tugged as hard as they could to get him to the raft.
"How are we going to get him on without hurting him?" Marshall asked.
"We'll just have to wait for it so sink a bit more and we can drop him on," Zuma suggested.
They looked around at each other. By the rate they probably wouldn't have to wait long.
"There's no better idea," Rocky sighed gulping at the water, "Who's first?"
"You, Rocky," They all said at once.
"Great," His ears dropped.
Rocky looked at the raft and made a jump. He took a moment to celebrate when he made it.
"Everest's next," Zuma ordered.
"But what about you two?" She asked.
"We'll be fine," Marshall assured, "Somepups gotta get Maclolm down form up top and one isn't good enough."
"But…"
"Haven't we always pulled through, Everest? We'll be fine," Marshall didn't' let her finish her thought.
"Okay," She nodded.
She jumped and made it next to Rocky, "Okay, now let him down slowly!"
"Ready?" Zuma asked.
"Ready," Was the reply.
They let him down as slowly as they could but Marshall slipped and ended up toppling down with Malcolm. Both of them, fortunately, landed in the raft.
"I'm okay!" Marshall called.
"Zuma, now! Jump!" Everest barked.
Zuma jumped and the boat blew again. He needed up overshooting the raft and smacking face forward into a rock.
"Ooh!"
"Ouch."
"Ooh, that had to hurt."
The pups watched as Zuma slowly smeared down the rock and into the water. He surfaced but appeared dizzy. Rocky paddled the raft over; Marshall and Everest helped him back over.
"Whew, that was close," said in relief.
"Okay, Marshall, see what you can do with him," Everest gave him an encouraging smile.
He took a deep breath and nodded, "Okay."
He checked Malcolm over, trying to think straight at the same time. Complete silence was over them. Nothing but the wind, the sound of the ship and the whistling of the rocks was heard.
"Uh… I… I can't!" Marshall suddenly outburst. I don't know I just don't. I don't even know how to treat him!"
"Calm down, it's okay," Zuma comforted, "Katie might have an idea. It'll be fine."
Everest's ears dropped. She sat alone in the front of the boat.
X
When Katie saw them coming to shore her heart bounced. She gasped and ran over happily.
"You're all alive! Are you hurt? Is everyone alright?" She spit out as many questions as she could.
"Katie, we're fine," Rocky finally said, "But Malcolm could use your help."
Katie frowned, "He looks bad. Hmm, I don't know too much on taking care of humans. I've only ever done veterinarian treatments. This is a third degree burn. That's all I can tell you. Marshall, you should know more."
"I'm trying!" Marshall exclaimed, "I don't know why but I feel like everything's at the tip of my tongue! I just can't…"
He banged against a coconut tree a few times. Finally a coconut gave way and hit him directly in the head. He flopped over and everyone gasped. They gathered around him to ensure he was okay. He woke up and groaned rubbing his head.
"Ooh, what happened?"
"A coconut hit your head," Zuma answered.
"No, before that," Marshall shook his head, "I thought were on the cruise ship."
Everyone looked at each other with wide eyes. Marshall noticed this.
"What'd I miss?"
"Marshall, we'll explain everything later," Katie said, "Can you help us? Malcolm's hurt.
"Uh oh, what happened? Where is everyone? Why are we here?"
"Marshall," She stopped him, "The ship sank. Don't worry, help is on the way. At least, we think. Listen, can you help Malcolm?"
"Sure, what's wrong?" Marshall calmed down.
"He has a third degree burn and he's unconscious," Everest replied.
Marshall took a few seconds to think about it, "Hmm, I don't have any bandages or blankets, but we can get some plantain and put on the wound. It's a part of the banana family. It'll look like a green banana but have some black spots like a yellow banana. The fibers of the plantain have anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It's the perfect thing for a bandage."
"I'll go look for it," Zuma rushed into the island forest.
He looked around the forest finally finding something to Marshall's description.
"Got it," He smiled to himself.
He picked it and took off back to the group. Malcolm's wound was elevated and awaiting to be bandaged.
"Alright, I'll need that," Marshall took it and pealed it, "Chew on this part and put it on the burn."
Katie obeyed reluctantly. When she finished Marshall took another peal and covered the burn.
"There, that should do the trick until Ryder finds us," Marshall exhaled.
Zuma, Rocky, Everest and Katie smiled. Marshall really did have his memory back. Not too long after morning the Flounder was spotted not too far away. Radar, Chase, Rubble, Skye, and Ryder came on land.
"Ryder!" The pups called.
They raced to him and tackled him. The pups and Ryder shared a laugh. Katie smiled and put her hands on her hips.
"What took you so long?"
Ryder laughed and replied while guarding himself, "I wanted to help earlier but it seems we didn't get to have much of a vacation. What about you?"
Katie giggled, "It wasn't the Bahamas but it was nice to have time off. Well, sort of."
"What about you, Marshall?" Chase asked, "Got your memory back?"
"Of course I do… Chase," Marshall winked.
"Yup, he's completely cured," Skye smiled.
"What got you back, doc?" Radar asked.
"Everyone says I got hit by a coconut," Marshall laughed.
"Hmm, I guess your bad luck doesn't go with your memory, eh? Whelp, you're probably not going to believe this but the coconut tree is actually called the tree of life by the Polynesians."
"The Polynesians?" Rubble asked.
"Uh huh, they used every part of the tree," Radar stared at one of them, "It's amazing, the things they found out about it. They were a pretty amazing people."
They all began to stare at the tree. The sun was rising just behind it.
"We should go. I want to get home as soon as I can," Zuma sighed.
"Good idea, Zuma. Pups, let's go home."
Malcolm was taken to a hospital and soon recovered. The pups were able to get back to full strength within a week. Ever since that day, Radar had never entered another online contest with rewards that promised a free trip.
