Thank you to Smart Rascal Studios for this idea!

Summary: Ferb and Isabella have hidden feelings for one another and spend the day together, ending with a picnic and a confession.

I hope you enjoy it and I have done you justice with this one-shot.

If you asked anyone in Danville they would tell you that I am the girl with the biggest crush on Phineas Flynn. And 2 years ago I would have said that as well. But high school changed my mindset and so many other things, which makes that statement no longer true. Let me give you the background of what changed:

During the summer before Freshman Year, my mom and I left all summer to visit family in Mexico. During that time, Candace moved out for college and Linda decided to make Candace's room into Ferb's own room. According to Linda, she noticed that the boys (specifically Ferb) were showing signs of independence. Even though Ferb didn't talk a lot, he was showing signs of wanting to do things on his own. I noticed that in our text messages as well. Ferb had told me that he loved doing something different every day, but he had the most fun when he got to build, engineer, and work on a project longer than a day.

That was another thing. Ferb and I texted each other every day while I was gone. When I first got my phone, Ferb immediately put his number in and told me that he wanted me to be able to reach him whenever I needed him. He was my closest confidant when it came to my failed attempts with Phineas. Being able to text Ferb when I needed comfort became almost a daily regularity, especially because Phineas was unintentionally hurting me every day. But I soon discovered that texting Ferb allowed me to see the inner workings of his brilliant mind.

Phineas on the other hand rarely responded to text messages (part of his carpe diem). That meant, while I was gone the entire summer, I did not talk to Phineas once, but Ferb texted me every single night and told me about their day. Halfway through the summer, Ferb video called me because he was so excited about his new room and he wanted to desperately show it to me. The man of action did not just speak a few words during that call, but he barely let me get a word in. I couldn't stop smiling during the call. I loved listening to his voice and soon after video calls became the new regularity between us.

When I got back there were 5 days before the school year started and I wanted to spend every minute I could with my boys. But that first day when I walked into the backyard, Ferb was the first to notice me and smile. I ran straight at him and hugged him. Only then did Phineas notice that I was there. He did seem surprised that I went and hugged Ferb first before saying hello to him like I usually did in the past. But I realized something while I was gone:

Phineas Flynn is in fact not my soulmate and I no longer had a crush on him.

Ferb was quick to ask me why I stopped pursuing Phineas. I was honest with him and told him that I came to the realization during my Mexico trip. Naturally, Ferb was worried about me and came over that night. We talked through it all before we put on a movie to just hang out. Before I knew it I was asleep. I couldn't even tell you what the movie was about that's how fast I fell asleep. I only remember waking up in the middle of the night, cuddled up next to Ferb, and my mom walking in to check on me. She told me he was welcome to stay the night because she assumed I had another "Phineas disappointment" and needed my best friend. I didn't want to wake him and I really wanted him to stay, so I didn't correct my mom and just went back to sleep. Although the next morning was a bit awkward (Ferb did not realize that he fell asleep and spent the night in my bed), we became a lot closer after that.

Phineas and Ferb have been my best friends since we were little kids and for the past 2 years, that's all the three of us have been. The three of us were pretty popular considering everything that we built in the past years. Which also meant that I got asked out by several different guys. There were a select few that I could have said yes to, but it never felt right, not when I was unsure of my feelings for Ferb.

Although he was my best friend, it felt like more. We would flirt constantly, but we have never been on a date, nor have we asked each other out. But I want to, I really want to. So I decided to ask him to go to the park with me. I wanted to go on a nice walk, which we already do anyway, but I set up a nice picnic near the lake for us in a secret spot that I found. It's really secluded behind some rocks and there's even a waterfall. And luckily for me, Ferb said yes to spending the day with me.

Phineas did hear me asking Ferb and thought that meant he got to come too, so I got Phineas in private and told him that I wanted to spend some alone time with Ferb because I wanted to tell him my feelings. Phineas was so excited for me and wished me luck. He then told Ferb something came up and he should go with me alone.

This brings us to today: a whole day alone with Ferb. I really hope this works out for us today. As I was looking at my outfit (a cute white boho dress with some light puff sleeves) in the mirror. I heard the doorbell going off and my mom welcoming Ferb inside. I checked my dress and hair one more time and headed downstairs. Mom wasn't in the living room anymore (probably cooking her dinner) and Ferb was just casually standing near the door looking down at his phone as if he was studying some notes. He was wearing his usual outfit of a white button-down shirt, purple tie and vest, and dark gray pants. Even though it was something he wore on a regular basis, it always made him look incredibly handsome.

As I came down the last step, he seemed to sense my presence and looked up from his phone. He tried to hide his growing smile and quickly looked away from me, clearly trying to hide his blush. I couldn't help but grin widely and walk over to him.

"Hi Ferb! Are you ready to go? The route for our walk is all mapped out in my head."

Looking back up at me he said, "Hello dear Bella, let's go!" With a big smile, he held out his hand and I took it, dragging him out of my house. We started walking towards the park silently, holding hands the entire way. Normally silence with Ferb is very comfortable, but I had so much running through my mind. I kept thinking, what if I made it all up in my head and he doesn't actually like me, or what if he's gonna laugh about my feelings. Although this is Ferb I am talking about, he would never ever laugh at someone's feelings, but that doesn't mean he wouldn't reject me.

Suddenly I felt a small tug on my hand, jerking me out of my thoughts. I looked at Ferb, who tilted his head in question. Damn, I thought, I'm too much of an open book around him.

With a soft smile, I told him, "It's nothing Ferb, don't worry about it. I was just thinking about some stuff."

"Tell me what's going through that beautiful mind Bella."

We had just reached the park, so I figured with the short walk to our picnic spot, I could easily begin my speech now. Well, it's not really a speech but more of a confession I guess.

"Well, honestly, I have been thinking about how much has changed in the past couple of years, but how so much has stayed the same as well. I don't know, it might sound weird I guess, but I am grateful for everything that's happened."

We continued walking in silence, but I knew the gears in Ferb's mind were spinning like crazy trying to decipher what I had said. I had to put the poor guy out of his misery.

"I mean if you think about it, we've grown up. We are not the same little kids who would build crazy inventions in the backyard every single day of summer. We are beginning to prepare ourselves for college and our futures. I am no longer that little girl with an infatuation on Phineas. Instead, I am now the girl who realizes that love is so much more than just fairytales. It's being so comfortable with your partner that you don't need words to communicate. It's being best friends and lovers at the same time. It's feeling protected and it makes you feel like you're at home. It's the best feeling in the world."

"Interesting theory Bella, but how are you so sure that love is the best feeling in the world? You said you stopped having feelings for Phineas, and you haven't been with any other guy. So what, or who, I should rather say, has made our Bella talk like this?"

I felt myself blushing. I just loved how he was the only one who would call me Bella like this. We were so close to the opening of my secret spot. I really wanted to surprise him with it.

"I will answer your question later Ferb, but first I have a surprise. Remember how I said that I set up a picnic for us to enjoy today?" He just silently nodded and waited for me to go on. "Well, I have this secret spot here in the park where there is a small lake and cute little waterfall and I wanted to share that secret spot with you."

His eyes went a little wide in surprise, but I couldn't wait for him to see the actual spot. It would blow his mind! Still holding his hand, I dragged him through some bushes and some vines that hid the entrance to my secret spot (I made sure no one was around to see). Keeping my eyes on him to see his reaction, I knew I did good. His face lit up and I could tell he loved this place.

"So, what do you think Ferb?"

"Bella... It – it's incredible... I can't believe you shared this incredible spot with me, thank you. It is truly resplendent."

Damn, I couldn't help but blush again. Ferb and his words. I dragged him over to our picnic blanket and began setting out the food that was still in the basket. I felt his eyes on me, but I had to remain calm. I still had to confess my feelings for him.

"I have a question for you Ferb." He motioned for me to ask him. Here goes nothing.

"You asked me who made me talk about love in the way that I was. But I never got to ask you if you had someone special. I remember you had that crush on Vanessa when we were younger, but I have never seen you go on dates with any other girl. So is there someone you like or love?"

He looked down and seemed to scrunch his eyebrows together. I could tell he was thinking of how to answer, but for once I couldn't read him. It scared me. I needed to know if he liked someone because if he liked someone and it wasn't me, then I just won't confess my feelings to him and I can go home and cry. Which was starting to sound like a good option, because he was still looking down, not even bothering to look at me or answer my question.

"...Ferb...?" I asked tentatively. His head shot up. The tone in my voice must have triggered something because he suddenly couldn't look away from me.

"Bella, what I am about to say cannot be repeated nor shall it change anything between us. You are my best friend first and foremost. There is someone that I love. It is true, I used to like Vanessa as you did with Phineas, but I realized that it would never work out between us. There are too many opposites and it turns out, she is not the kind of woman I would like to grow old with. The thing is, this girl, or woman I should rather say, is beyond exceptional. She is a leader, she is kind and sweet, and I can always count on her. I could never admit my feelings to her before because everyone believed she was destined for another. But now, I just feel like I owe it to myself to say this. Isabella Garcia-Shapiro, I have feelings for you. I don't want to wake up one day and regret not telling you and trying. And I love you. Oh god, I just said it, but I do. I love you. For years, I have been trying to mash these feelings down because you were supposed to be Phineas' but I have always been in love with you. I just want to see you happy, even if it means it's not with me. I will always love you and protect you and care for you. My Bella."

I felt wetness on my cheeks. I quickly wiped away the tears. Ferb was still looking at me. I knew I had to say something, do something, just anything to respond to him. I sat frozen for another minute, which probably wasn't the best response to a love confession from the guy I wanted to confess to. He looked down and cleared his throat. He was getting ready to leave. No! I couldn't let him do that. I did the one thing I wanted to do for months. As he got up to go, I jumped up and pulled his face down to kiss those tantalizing lips. He was definitely shocked but responded just as I pulled away. His hands grabbed onto my waist, most likely making sure he wasn't dreaming. I stared into his eyes and smiled a huge grin.

"I love you, Ferbs Fletcher. I will always love you. I'm sorry it took so long."

It seemed as though a huge weight was lifted off his shoulders, as he smiled, picked me up, spun me around, and kissed me as if his life depended on it. I felt everything. All the sparks and butterflies erupted inside of me. I was so happy. Ferb loves me and I love him. Ferb finally put me back on the ground and broke the kiss. He smiled so big at me. Suddenly he dropped onto one knee and I felt as though my eyes were betraying me.

"Uhhh Ferb, I know you love me, but I ..."

"No no, that's not what this is, my dearest Bella. One day, yes I want to propose to you and make you my wife, but today I ask you, will you make the happiest man in the universe and be my girlfriend?"

Only he would think of such a cheesy way of asking me to be his girlfriend. I could only smile and nod while whispering my yes to him. He got back up and took me in his arms again. He spun me around and dipped me. I just giggled. It was such a perfect afternoon. He kissed me again, this time a bit more slowly, with less urgency. He knew I was his and that I wasn't going anywhere so soon. After we broke the kiss, we just leaned against one another with our foreheads touching.

"Let's finish our picnic shall we, my dearest?" Ferb asked.

"Yes, we shall, my love."

We sat back down, this time right next to each other. We ate all the food I brought and just talked about everything and anything that came to mind, and we stole some kisses in between. After the plates were empty, I packed everything back into the basket and we laid down on the blanket. I cuddled up into Ferb's arms and we just watched the sun beginning to set. We stayed there a few more hours until our phones started ringing. Our moms were both calling us asking where we were. That was our cue to walk home. Ferb helped me pack up everything else and we began walking home, holding hands. As we reached our houses, it was time to say goodbye, knowing we would see each other again tomorrow.

"I love you Ferb. Goodnight love."

"Goodnight my dearest Bella. I love you too."

Ferb took my hand and kissed it before he leaned up and kissed me on the lips. I could stay there for an eternity, but my mom was waiting. We pulled away and walked to our respective homes. With one last wave, we walked inside. I closed the door behind me, leaned against and just smiled. Then came the happy dance.

I hope you guys enjoyed this one-shot. Thanks again to Smart Rascal Studios for this idea.

Remember to comment if you have an idea of what you would like me to write. It can be anything Ferbella related.

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