Not surprisingly, Linda approved of Phineas' trip to wherever Isabella was going. Isabella later clarified that she was going to El Paso, because Phineas was wondering where exactly in Texas they were going. "It's a huge state, you know" he said. "I just want to know exactly where we're headed." He also learned that they were going to stay for about two weeks.

The next day, Phineas spent most of the morning researching the place. When he was satisfied with what he learned, he started packing. This consisted of packing about one week's worth of striped white-and-orange shirts and matching jean shorts. Just in case though, he also packed an Oxford-style button-down shirt, colored pink. He matched the shirt with a pair of dark jeans and some dress shoes. That should do, he thought, just in case there is some unexpected party where I need to dress up.

When he was done with all of this, it was already about 3 in the afternoon. He spent the rest of the daylight hours with his friends, including Isabella and Ferb. They went to Sandwich Hut, where they talked and had fun. Phineas told the group that he would miss them all, but promised to bring lots of pictures of everything. Isabella was more than happy that Phineas was going to be alone with her for two weeks. The Fireside Girls giggled with glee at the idea.

At the end of the day, they all went to Phineas' yard, where they said their byes to the two. They all left, only Phineas, Ferb and Isabella remained. They silently watched the starry night sky. The moon was a lovely golden orb.

"Excuse me, I need to get some water" said Ferb. "Sandwich Hut doesn't get any better". With that he retreated into the house. Phineas and Isabella sat under the tree, both admiring the moon, and thinking about the trip.

"I can't believe we're leaving Danville tomorrow" Isabella said. "It's the first time I'm going to Texas to visit my family. Honestly, I'm kind of nervous."

Phineas grabbed Isabella's hand, and squeezed it. "Relax Izzy. Just do what you usually do, and everything else will take care of itself. I should be the nervous one. I'm the stranger randomly coming to visit."

"Don't be silly Phin, I'm sure my mom has told them all about you."

"Oh great, now they'll have high expectations."

"No. Trust me, they will think you're a great person." She added with a smile, "And as far as I know, you won't disappoint."

Phineas looked over to Isabella. Her hand was still in his. He liked how it felt. Cool and soft to the touch. He smiled. "Thanks Izzy, you always know what to say."

"What can I say, I know you too well."

A toothy grin spread across Phineas' face. Isabella blushed slightly. They gazed silently at the moon for a while, and Isabella turned towards Phineas. The moonlight was reflected on his thoughtful gaze. "What's going on in that head of yours?" she asked.

"It's a beautiful night." He shifted slightly, "I was just thinking about that trip around the world. Do you remember when we explored Paris?"

Isabella's eyes lowered, the memory of Phineas ignoring her during their stroll through the City of Love still fresh. "Yeah, I do." Her voice reflected more sadness in it than she wanted it to. Luckily he didn't notice.

"Well, I kind of regret not relaxing during our short stay there. My mind was just so full of to-do's and worries, and I was so invested in finding parts for the plane. After all, I had a bet to answer to, but most importantly I had people to return home." He looked over to Isabella, "I just feel bad that I didn't get to have fun, to relax, to seize the day. I also feel kind of bad that you didn't get to have a good time. We should've done something cool together. Like going to a Parisian café, enjoying the Champs-Elysees, you know…Parisian stuff."

Isabella felt her face getting hot. She was blushing again. "Wow, I never knew Phin. I mean, I…"

"And yeah, I knew you were upset" he interrupted. "Your voice said it all. I guess I feel guilty for not relaxing and having fun with you."

"You don't need to apologize, its okay. Where did all of this come from anyways?"

"I don't know. Just needed to get it off my chest I guess. The point is, I want this trip to be fun for the both of us. No stress, no worries. And I'll make it my goal to have you enjoy yourself." Phineas smiled at Isabella. He admired how the moonlight played with her facial features. Flawless, he thought. Whoa, where did that come from anyways? A sudden gust of wind picked up, blowing a strand of her hair loose. He delicately guided it back behind her ear. It stayed.

Isabella giggled, and said a soft thanks. He smiled. "I have a feeling that this vacation is going to be awesome."