Rocky's POV
Man, I feel horrible. I left Everest alone, near a large, steep cliff, on a cold, cold night. She probably hates me.

I was sharing a tent with Zuma, and he was out cold when I entered. He was sleeping curled up in ball-like shape. That's new. Maybe he's just cold.

My mind, being tired and exhausted, just wanted to rest and recharge. Since the blankets Ryder gave us were really thin and light, I huddled up with Zuma, and gently placed the blanket over us. I close my eyes, as the world around me starts to fade to black.
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Zuma smiled.

Marshall's POV
Ahh, feels good.

After my small bathroom break, I go to sit down with Rocky and Everest. I wanted to forget about my past actions; the letter, the picture, everything I have done.

I just want to sit down with the pups and become friends again. But nobody treats me such. Chase's been avoiding me, Rocky backs up whenever he sees me, and Everest probably hates me.

I sit down by the cliff. Alone. I sit down and cry. I don't deserve anyone. Nobody deserves to be treated like I treated them.

"Don't say that."

I was thinking out loud.

Everest sat down beside me, by the cliff. "Hey," she says, wiping my tears. "It's okay."

I look up to her face and sniffle. I nod, but I don't say anything.

Everest let me rest my head on her. She didn't say anything. She just pat me on the head.

Do I really like Chase?

I explain everything to Everest about my situation. She nods and understands. She told me that it was okay. Then there was a silence.

We both look at the stars. A shooting star flies down from the dark sky. "Make a wish," she whispers.

I wish to be reunited with the love of my life.

Everest smiled lightly. "Marshall, you're a nice pup," she whispers gently.

I smile back at her consciously. "Thanks."

She looks at me. I look at her. There we are, together, sitting like two lone wolves in a forest.

I start to feel strange. I feel something warm, something pleasant. Everest. I bring my head closer to hers, until our noses meet. She places her paw over mine. It felt nice.

Everything around me stops completely. Time, space. I flashback to my dream. Everything was different. I was angry and depressed. I am calm and relaxed. I was near a cliff. I am near a cliff. I killed myself because nobody wanted me. I am not killing myself because somebody wants me.

The magic happens, and our lips meet. They lock. She had the most wonderful kiss anyone could ever give. I felt amazing. I felt important. I felt in love.

"A perfect night, in the perfect place, with a perfect girl. Thank you." I smile.

Everest blushes and licks me gently on the cheek. "Good night Marshall."

I smile back to her. "Good night."

Gasp.

(A/N: Another twist! Will Marshall and Everest keep their secret for long? Will Rocky find out about their secret love? And how will Chase react to Marshall not loving him anymore? Comment below! Thanks for reading!)