Inside the Lookout

Nervously, Marshall walks in and sees everyone playing Pup Pup Boogie.

Chase: "Nice of you to join us, Marshall. You want a turn?"

Everyone else ignores the Dalmatian.

Marshall: "Uh, no. I'm good. I have to um find Ryder and ask him something."

Chase: "Alright but I'll save you a spot just in case."

The Dalmatian's throat tightens and swallows hard, feeling the sudden urge to cry but he doesn't give into it.

Marshall: "Uh... thanks, Chase." His voice shakes.

Chase: "Is everything okay?"

Marshall: "Yeah, yeah..." He clears his throat. "I'm good. I'll see you later."

He walks into the elevator. Chase turns to the rest of the team.

Skye: "Chase, what was that?"

Chase: "What? I was just trying to be nice."

Zuma: "Dude he doesn't desewve to be tweated nice."

Chase: "Oh, come on. You guys can't stay mad at him forever."

Rocky: "You sure?"

Chase: "He's not a bad guy."

Skye: "Chase, I don't care if he saved your life later all those years ago, he's ruining your life now.

Chase: "That's no excuse to ruin his."

A beat of silence.

Skye: "You have a good heart, Chase. That's what I love about you the most."

The German Shepherd glances at her before wrapping an arm around her.

Chase: "Well, it's not hard to do when I'm around you Skye since you bring out the good in people."

Rocky: "Whatever you say Romeo." He taunts.

The couple blushes.

Skye: "Come on, the next game is me versus Chase." She smirks.

Chase: "Oh, it's on."

At the Top of the Lookout

Marshall: "Hey, Ryder!"

Ryder: "Oh, hey Marshall. What's up?"

The boy goes back to typing things into the tower's main computer.

Marshall: "I'm just wondering if you're going to see Katie any time soon today?"

Ryder: "No, why? Is something wrong?"

Marshall: "Uh, I'll explain myself on the way over there."

At Katie's

As Ryder and Marshall walk through the door they finish their discussion.

Marshall: "So that's why I am here today, to become a better medic!" He lies.

Ryder: "Um, okay? Nothing wrong with that I guess." He spots Katie. "Hey, Katie!"

Katie: "Hey, Ryder and Marshall. Can I help you with anything today?"

Marshall: "Yeah, hey. And can I talk to you... Privately?"

Katie: "Sure. This will be a second, Ryder."

Ryder: "No, it's totally fine, take your time."

Katie: "Thanks for understanding." She says as she goes to the next room with the Dally.

Marshall: "So... Katie do you still have um... my injury files from a long time ago?"

Katie: "I think so. I'll show you." She says leading the Dalmatian to cabinets that were filled with his files.

Marshall: "Whoa! I really didn't think that I would have that many."

Katie: "Right." She laughs.

Marshall: "Um... can I look through them?"

Katie: "Sure. If you need me I'll be with Ryder."

Marshall: "Yeah, yeah, yeah. You two love birds go." He dismisses.

Marshall: "Um... let's see how about this cabinet labeled 'leg injuries'."

He looks through the cabinet and finally finds the correct file.

Marshall: "Here it is!"

The letter reads:

Dear Guardian,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inform you about an incident that occurred on December 12th, involving a member of the PAW Patrol, Marshall. Unfortunately, he sustained an injury to his leg that has temporarily hindered his ability to walk.

Moving forward, we will closely monitor Marshall's condition and provide the necessary care and treatment. While this may be a challenging time, please rest assured that we are doing everything possible to ensure a smooth recovery.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Sincerely,
Dr. Brown

End of letter.

Marshall: "Yup. This is it. Now all I have to do is get rid of it." He pauses. "But how to get past Ryder and Katie? Wait, I know..."

In the other room, the two kids chat.

Ryder: "Long story short, I'm going to have to look up a tutorial." He rambles then glances at a clock. "Oh, looks like I'm going to have to get going soon."

Katie: "Aw, man. Already?

Ryder: "Well... maybe I could stay a little longer."

Just then Marshall zooms by them.

Ryder: "Was that Marshall?"

Katie: "Um, yeah I think it was."

Ryder: "Eh. I guess he is heading to the Lookout without me."

Katie: "Right but I could sure use your help around here before you go."

Ryder: "I'd be happy to help."

Outside Marshall's Doghouse

Marshall: "Well just running out the room isn't my best plan but at least I didn't get caught." He speaks out loud.

The Dalmatian holds up the letter and admires it.

Everest: "What's that?"

Marshall: "Nothing!"

Quickly, he crumbles up the paper in his paw.

Everest: "You don't hide 'nothing'. What is it?"

Marshall: "It's nothing!"

Everest: "I don't believe you."

Marshall: "I don't care and what are you even doing here? Did you run out of ice cream?"

The Husky glares at him.

Everest: "No, I came here to carry out my own plan."

Marshall: "By yourself? Ha, good luck!" He laughs.

Everest: "I don't need it."

Pause as the Dalmatian thinks for a moment.

Marshall: "But, do you need any help?"

Everest: "Why? Do you magically like Skye again?"

Marshall: "No- I mean yes!"

Everest: "Okay then. First off we are going to have to get Skye alone and away from my Chasey."

Marshall: "Sure, I guess."

Everest: "So, I'll talk to Chase and-"

Marshall: "How about I talk to Chase? You know... since he trusts me."

Everest: "What? But Skye's not going to want to talk to me."

The Dalmatian doesn't respond.

Everest: "Fine! I'll use someone that she does."

Marshall: "Good. But this time I'll actually keep Chase distracted so you don't have to worry."

Everest: "Surrrreee." She doubts as she walks away with a smirk.

~ Marshall's Thoughts ~
Ha. She doesn't know what I have planned for her. Because as soon as she tricks Skye I'll tell Chase what she has done and he for sure will hate Everest for good then eventually I will be the only one he trusts. It's going to be one exciting day tomorrow.

~ End of Marshall's Thoughts ~

A/N: Hello guys! Hope you love the story so far and thanks once again for all the votes and comments! :) 😴💭✨