human au · paw patrol · firefighter · police officer · clumsy · disciplined · best friends · adventure bay · partners
The fire station garage hangs heavy with the scents of diesel fuel and worn leather. A blade of afternoon sunlight cuts through the floating dust, catching the gleam of Chase's badge as he rubs the back of his neck. Beside him, Marshall scuffs the toe of his boot against the concrete, his knuckles pale where they grip his turnout coat. Chase clears his throat, the sound echoing faintly off the bay doors. "you?" he starts, his voice lower than usual. "Can Marshall and I talk to you for a minute?" Marshall nods, a flush creeping up his freckled neck.