One summer day in Adventure Bay, Roader and Rubble were taking Herbie to meet a new friend at his house.

Who's the new boy named? Asked Herbie

His name is Greg. Answered Rubble. He's really happy to see you especially Herbie.

Yeah. He's said to love corgis. Said Roader. He also loves planting vegetables too. Just like you. He added

Oh boy! I can't wait to meet him! Said Herbie excitedly.

Soon, they arrive at Greg's house. Roader, Rubble and Herbie walked up to the door. Roader knocked on it.

Hello? Greg? It's me Roader, Rubble, and Herbie. Said Roader

The door opened and Greg came up and saw the three pups.

Oh! Guys, you're here! Said Greg happily.

Yep! It's us! Said Rubble

Come on in. I got dog treats with your names on them. Said Greg

Dog treats?! Oh boy! Rubble said with excitement, then looks at Roader and Herbie who were just smiling. I mean, sure, I'd like to have some dog treats. He said with a more normal tone.

*giggles* Yeah, let's go on in. Said Roader as they walk in the house.

A little later, they were sitting down in the living room talking about certain things.

So I heard you love to plant veggies Greg. Says Herbie as he takes a dog treat and eats it.

Oh yes! Planting vegetables is one of my favorite things to do. Greg said while smiling. Why? Do you like to do that too? He asked

Yeah! I love to plant all sorts of things! Said Herbie. Flowers, fruits, veggies, and even trees! He listed

Haha! Wow Herbie. I didnt know you loved to plant so much. Said Greg

He's a gardener pup. Said Roader. He loves just about anything about plants.

He'll even sleep with flowers if he wants to. Said Rubble

Herbie blushed.

Hehe, you sure are a cute pup Herbie. Said Greg. I do love corgis, and you're a great one.

Aww gee. Thanks Greg. Herbie says as he walks uo to Greg and licks his face.

Haha, no problem Herbie. Says Greg as he pets Herbie. Say, do you guys want to watch some tv? I have Apollo the Super Pup on. He said

You do?! Asked Rubble. Sure! I'd love to watch Apollo the Super Pup! He says as he looks and sees Roader and Herbie smiling again. I mean, yeah, sounds great! He said in another normal tone.

Ok Greg. I'll be happy to watch some tv with you. Says Roader as he gets up.

Me too! Says Herbie

Ok! Follow me! Says Greg as he leads the pups up to his room. Along the way, Herbie spotted a open door that led to a dark room. He looked inside the room to see what was in there.

Cool! It's like a secret passage! I hope no one minds if I check it out for a while. Says Herbie as he walks inside.

Meanwhile, Greg, Roader, and Rubble were watching Apollo the Super Pup. They didn't know that Herbie was missing.

I hope Apollo can get to that cat in time. Said Rubble hopefully.

I'm sure he will. Apollo never fails! Said Roader

Hehe. I'm sure he will too Rubble. Greg said. He'll save that cat from the other dog.

Elsewhere, Herbie was still exploring the other room. He couldn't see very well because it was so dark.

Hmmmm. Maybe there's a light switch somewhere. He wondered

He looked around aimlessly for one, then bumped into a wall that had a light switch on it. He could barely see it, but he saw that it was a switch.

I think this is a light switch. Herbie said. He jumped up and flipped the switch and turned the lights on. He didn't notice something moving away from the area out of the light.

Ahhh, much better. He said. Wow! Look at all these fresh vegetables. He gasped. These look very nice. Red tomatoes, green broccoli, yellow gourds.

Herbie was so busy looking at all the vegetables, that he didn't see someone coming up from behind him. He did hear something step towards him though and looked back.

Hmm, who's there? He asked as a sack was put over top of him. Hey! Let me out! Let me out! What are you doing?! Get me out of here! Herbie shouts as he's carried out of the veggie room by a hooded person and into another more hidden room.
Help! Someone! Anyone! Rubble! Roader! Greg! Please help me! Herbie called. But no one could hear Herbie's calls.

After a while of being carried in a sack, Herbie was finally released. But he wasn't set free. Instead, he was put in a cage.

Hey! What's going on?! I don't like this. I wanna go back to Rubble, Roader, and Greg again. Herbie said while frowning.

Then the mysterious person spoke. Hehehehe! Sorry little fella, but you won't be seeing them for a while. The person said

But, but, I-. Herbie got cut off when a bowl of water got put into his cage. Wh-what is this all about? He asked

You're probably thirsty after being trapped in that sack for a while. Aren't you? The person said

W-well no. I'm not. Herbie responded

Go on. Drink a little. You'll love it. Hehe. Said the person mischieviously.

Umm, ok. Said Herbie as he laps the water up a couple times. Hey, it is pretty good! He said as he continues taking even more laps of water. Ahhhhhh. That was pretty refreshing, but I still wanna get out of here.

Ohohohoho! You can't leave just yet. I haven't even gotten started with what I wanted to do with you. Said the person

Wh-what do you mean? Asked Herbie

You will see in do time. The person answered

But *yawn* I really want to get out of this place. I'm a little scared. Can you let me go? Please? Herbie asked as he yawned again.

Hmmm. If I let you go, then what will you do next? Asked the person

Well, go back to my friends. That's all. *yawn* I don't feel comfortable being away from them for too long. Said Herbie

I see. But I still don't quite feel ready to let you go yet. Said the person. You're my special guest.

B-b-but *yawn* I don't feel happy being here right now. *yawn* Why.......can't.........you let me...........*yawn*..........go......back to my...............friends? Herbie asks as he then falls asleep.

The person takes off the hood and reveals to be a lady. Because you and me are gonna have some fun together. She said as she picks Herbie up and carries him to a bed with cuffs on it.

Sometime later, Herbie started to wake up. Hellooooooo. Ahhh you're awake. Great! Said the lady

Ohhhh. *yawn* What happened? Asked Herbie with his eyes half open.

You fell asleep my deary. Thanks to that sleeping powder I put in your water. Explained the lady

Sleeping powder? Then Herbie could feel that he couldn't move. What is this? What am I doing here? Herbie asked. Aww boy. Not this again.

What do you mean again? Asked the lady

A while ago, I went to this old man's house, but I didn't see what was coming. I was captured like this only in stocks, and had to deal with centipedes, millipedes, sneezy flowers, fake squeaky toys, and getting tickled. Herbie said

Well it sounds like you had quite a time didn't you? Said the lady

Yeah, but I don't want to have to go through it again. Please let me go miss. Herbie begged

I don't think so. I have too much in store for you. Said the lady

W-w-what kinda stuff. Herbie asked nervously. Please tell me you don't have any bugs like the old man did.

Bugs? Oh no, I have insects. Said the lady while smiling.

B-but, bugs and insects are the same thing! Herbie said

Same thing, different word. The lady said. Now how about this little one first? She says as she holds up a container with a water bug in it.

*gulp* Please no. Please NO! Herbie pleaded while shaking his head.

Awwww you look so cute when scared. The lady stated. Well you may just have to show me more of that cuteness huh? She says a she release the water bug on Herbie's belly.

Mmmm. Noooo please! I don't like bugs! Herbie said while squirming.

Hehehe! Well if you think that's all, think again. The lady says as she brings out a container of three silver fish.

*gasp* Pleeeeeeease, don't do it miss. Please! Herbie begged. I wanna get outta here.

The lady proceeds to put the three silver fish on Herbie's belly.

Oooohhhhhhh, stoooooop. Get these creepy crawlers off meee. Herbie asked hoping she would.

But she didn't and responded by holding a container that had three roaches in it.

Herbie whimpered. Why are you doing thiiiiis? I don't like bugs. He whined

I know, but you look so cute when scared. Said the lady as she then puts the roaches onto Herbie. The addition of these bugs made a ticklish feeling stem up on Herbie's belly.

Hehehehehehe. T-take thehehehehehem off plehehehehease? Hernbie giggled

Not done just yet. Said the lady as she held a bug that made Herbie's pupils shrink, a millipede.

Nonononono! Not that! Please don't do that! I don't like that one! Take him away! Herbie exclaimed

But unfortunately, the lady placed the millipede on top of Herbie. It crawled onto his sides giving him a good laugh.

Hahahahahahahaha! Heeheeheeheeheeheeheehee! M-m-m-miss? Why won't you make these bugs get ohohohohohohohoff?! Herbie shouted while laughing and moving about.

Because as I said, you look cute when scared. The lady answered. But I have something else for you. She says as she holds a paint brush.

W-what's that for? Herbie asked

I think you'd make a perfect canvas. Said the lady

Oh no, please don't paint on me. I like my fur color the way it is. Herbie said

But imagin all the colors you could potentially have. Said the lafy as she stars to remove the bugs.

Herbie was relieved to have the bugs off of him, but he still didn't want to be painted on. Th-thanks for getting those bugs off, but please don't paint on me. Herbie asked while frowning.

Let me see, some color would be nice here. Said the lady as she paints red paint on Herbie's right leg.

Ohhh, but I just had a bath today. Herbie moaned

You need some color here too. She said while painting Herbie's left leg blue. And maybe something up here? She says as she then paint Herbie's head green.

Heeey! Cut it out! Said Herbie. Stop painting on me! I don't like it!

She then paints his fore paws yellow. When she was about to paint his hind paws, Herbie backed up as if to try to move away.

Ooooo. Are you trying to prevent me from painting your hind paws because of something? The lady asked in a sly tone.

Herbie shook a little. P-please don't paint there. I don't feel like being painted there. Herbie asked

Why? Asked the lady

B-b-because m-my, tickle spot is somewhere down there. Herbie said while blushing.

Ohhh! Which paw? The lady asked

Herbie didn't answer. He just looked at the lady briefly and looked away again.

Oh well, I'll just have to find it somewhere! Said the lady as she starts painting Herbie's hind paws white.

Eeheeheehee! Please dohohohon't paint my hind paws mihihihihiss! Please! Herbie begged as he laughs.

Then, the lady painted on the direcy center of Herbie's right hind paw.

BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH! NOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOH DOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHON'T! Herbie laughed hysterically.

Ahhhh so this is your tickle spot. Said the lady. Well then, let's have a lttle fun down there shall we? She said as she ticles Herbie's right hind paw vigorously.

AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! OHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHO! NOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOHOT THEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHERE! EHEEHEEHEEHEEHEEHEEHEEHEEHEEHEEHEE! ANYWHEHEHEHEHEHEHERE BUHUHUHUHUHUHUHUHUHT THEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHERE! Herbie laughed as he began to tear up. AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! PLEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEASE!

Having fun? The lady asked as she stopped tickling. Look at you, you're a laughter mess. She said as she looks at Herbie while he pants deep.

*pants deeply* I *pants* want to *pants* get out of here. Herbie says while panting.

Awwwwww but I'm not done yet. Said the lady

Well, I am. Please miss. I wanna go now. I don't wanna stay down here. I miss my friends. Herbie said sadly.

Awww look at your cute sad face! Said the lady. You wanna go to your friends?

Herbie nodded.

Well you'll just have to wait. Cause I'm not done with you yet. Said the lady

Herbie whimpered again. He then started to cry.

Look at you cwying aww. You look so cute! The lady said as she rubs Herbie's belly.

*sniffle, sniffle* Can I please go miss? Herbie asked in a very sad tone.

Sure, you can go. Said the lady

Herbie smiled brightly.

Just kidding! You can't leave now! I'm not done with you yet. The lady said

Herbie frowned again and began to sob.

Looks like the baby needs his bottle. Said the lady

B-b-b-bottle? Herbie questioned

The lady brings out a bottle of milk and puts it in Herbie's mouth.

Pleh! I don't want milk. I want to get outta here. Herbie said

Then the lady picks up the bottle and puts it back in Herbie's mouth. Then she slips on two booties on Herbie's hind paws and puts a bonnet around his head. Finally, a diaper around his waist.

Hey! What are you doing? Herbie asked

Say cheese! Said the lady as she takes a picture of Herbie. That one will go in my books. She said

Herbie blushed out of embarrassment.

You tired of being a baby? The lady asked

Y-yes. Herbie said a little quietly.

The lady removes all of the baby wear on Herbie. After she removes the booties, she lightly tickles Herbie's hind paws.

Heeheehee! Stohohohop that! Herbie said

Ok, now for my next course of action. Said the lady

Herbie watched nervously as she left the room. He tried desperately to get free, but couldn't. The lady then returned.

She sniffs Herbie's fur. You smell fine, but you tstill look like you could use a bath. She said

A bath?! No! I already had a bath. Herbie said hoping she wouldn't have to give him one.

But look at all that paint on you. What a mess! Saud the lady

But that's because you painted on me! Herbie said a little grumpily.

Ohhh are you getting mad because you don't want a bath? The lady asked

Herbie turned his head away. Then the lady picks him up from the bed and carries him to a tub. Herbie knew he couldn't try to run away as long as the lady in nearby. So he just went along with her little task.

Now lets get you cleaned up! The lady said as she puts dog shampoo in her hands and starts to rub Herbie with it.

She scrubbed behind his ears and on his back. When she got to his belly, Herbie knew he would laugh from that course of motion, so he tried to move away, but the lady caught him.

Trying to get away are we? She said as She scrubs his belly. Tickling him as a result.

Hahahahahahahaha! Cuhuhuhuhuhut ihihihihihihit ohohohohohout! Herbie giggled

She then gets at his fore and hind paws. After his fore paws, she went to his hind paws and intentionally scrubs them hard and fast.

Hehehehehehehehehehehehehe! Stohohohohohohohohohohop! Nohohohohohohoho mohohohohohohore. Herbie said.

But then she got at his tickle spot on his right hind paw.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! HEEHEEHEEHEEHEEHEE! NO MORE! NO MORE! NOHOHOHOHO MOHOHOHOHOHORE! Herbie bellowed

In no time, Herbie was covered in suds. Time to rinse! Said the lady as she begins rinsing off all the soap suds. Soon enough, Herbie was fully rinsed off. He had an annoyed look on his face.

Maybe a dry off will make you feel better. Said the lady. She starts drying off Herbie with a blow dryer. After a while, Herbie was all dry, but then after a second of his fur being straight, it suddenly puffed up. His face remained unchanged.

Oh my. Looks like you'll need a brush up! The lady states as she gets a brush and starts brushing Herbie's fur. After a while of brushing, his fur looked straght again. But his expression was still the same.

Then the lady applies a dog cologne which actually changes Herbie's expression. He felt relaxed after sniffing the cologne.

All better! Said he lady as she picks Herbie back up. And carries him to a more comfortable bed.

Herbie was a little confused. Umm miss? What are you doing this for? He asked

Hehehe. I'll never tell the reason why. Said the lady. But you just get some rest now. You've been through a lot. She adds while rubs his sides, soothing him.

Herbie did actually feel a bit tired. And with a yawn, he slumped his head into the bed and fell asleep. The lady left after that.

Meanwhile back up in Greg's room, Roader, Rubble, and Greg were just finishing up on watching tv.

Roader stretched. Ahh that was a great show wasn't it? He said

It sure was! Apollo saves the day again! Said Rubble

Hey. Where's Herbie? He missed the whole show. Said Greg as he noticed Herbie hadn't spoken at all nor was he there at all.

He didn't come in here at all? Asked Rubble

I didn't see him come in. Said Greg

Maybe he's elsewhere in the house. Roader assumed

They three boys looked around for Herbie, but couldn't find him.

Herbie? Are you in here? Rubble called as he checked jnside a cabinet, but only found a spider instead. Ahh! Spider cooties! He exclaimed as he shook the spider off his nose.

Where are you Herie? Where'd you go? Roader calls while looking in a closet.

Then Greg walked by and closed the door since he checked there already.

Heeyy! Let me out! Let me oooout! Roader shouted. Greg returns and opens the door. Ahhhh fresh air! Glistening light! Roader said in relief.

*giggles* Sorry Roader. I didn't see you go in there. Said Greg

That's alright. I just don't like enclosed areas that much. Roader said

Then they resumed looking for Herbie. Roader eventually finds a door that led to a dark room.

What's this? He asks as he looks in the darkness.

I don't know. Replied Rubble. It's too dark for me to see anything.

The Greg came by and saw the room. He frowned. Roader and Rubble looked up a Greg and saw his expression.

What's the matter Greg? Asked Rubble

That room leads to my vegetable collection. Said Greg. But I only visit it every once in a while.

Why? Roader asked

Because someone is down therenwaiting for a bypasser to least expect what's coming. Then that person kidnaps the unfortunate victim. Greg explained. I know this because an old man told me about that person.

Old man? You mean the old man that had Herbie as his hostage once, but is now his friend? Rubble asked

Yeah, he did say he did do that to him. How'd you know? Greg asked

We were outside playing ball when Chase and Herbie came back from the whole scenario. They told us all about it. Said Rubble

Roader looked very closely to the floor and saw Herbie's fur on it as it lead into the darkness.

Hey! I see some of Herbie's fur on the floor. He said. You don't think that he got...

He may have. Said Greg disappointedly.

We have to rescue him! Rubble said

Yes we do! Herbie needs us! Said Roader

Alright then. We'll save him. Agreed Greg. But we must be careful. That person was said to be very tricky indeed.

Ok. Let's go! Said Rubble as he, Greg, and Roader went down to save Herbie.

Meanwhile, down in the other room, Herbie was just waking up from his nap.

*yawn* That was kinda refreshing. He said. But I wonder were the lady went.

He then looked at the door and walked up to it.

Maybe I can still get outta here. He said. He tried to jump um and turn the doorknob, but he couldn't reach it.

*sighs* I'm too short. He said. And even if I could reach it, how will I trun that doorknob without thumbs? Or, what if it's locked anyway? Herbie said sadly as he went back to his bed and laid down whimpering.

I want to see Rubble again. I miss Roader. I wish Greg was here. He stated

Then he heard a knock at the door. His ears perked up.

Herbie! Herbie! Are you in there? Said a voice

Hello?! Who's there? Herbie called

It's me. Greg! With Roader and Rubble. Shouted Greg

Herbie was relieved. Guys! I'm so happy to hear you again! Herbie said while wagging his tail.

How'd you get dognapped by that person? Asked Roader

While we were walking to watch tv, I spotted that dark room. Then after I turned on the lights, I saw your fresh vegetables Greg. I didn't see that lady come up from behind me and then she put me in a sack. I went through a lot, but I really wanna get out of here. Herbie explained

We're gonna get you outta there Herbie. Said Rubble. Just hang on.

The door's locked. Greg says as he tries to open the door. We gotta get him outta there somehow.

Maybe we can find a key somewhere around here. Suggested Roader

Good idea! Agreed Greg

They began looking around for a key. After a few minutes of searching, Rubble found one under a table.

Found it! He called out to Greg and Roader.

Nice going Rubble! Said Greg as Rubble gives him the key and he puts it in the door, unlocking it.

I'm free! I'm freeeeee! Herbie said with delight. Thank you guys for saving me! I really missed you guys. Herbie said

Well, we'd never let you get trapped without getting free afterwards. Said Roader

That's what friends are for. Said Greg

Herbie licked Greg's face. Hehehe, you're welcome Herbie. He said

Now let's go before that lady comes back. Said Rubble, but the lady started to come down to the room.

Uh ohhhh. Herbie said nervously.

Everyone hide! Greg whispered as he went under the trap bed. Rubble hid under the table where he found the key. But Roader didn't know where to hide.

Oh boy oh boy! Where do I go? He asked Herbie

Quick Roader! In here! Herbie quietly called as he and Roader hid inside a cabinet.

Mmmmmmm I don't like this space. Roader said feeling very tight in the cabinet.

Shhhhh. We don't want her to hear us. Said Herbie

The lady walked into the room. Huh? Where'd that pup go? She wondered

Herbie peeked out of the cabinet and saw Greg silently going up the stairs. Rubble was slowly follwing him as Greg gestured Herbie to quietly try to follow them.

Herbie nodded, but hid back in the cabinet as the lady walked by.

He's not here. Or here. Where is he?! The lady shouted. Then she check the area where she gave him a bath.

Roader came out and was about to express his freedom before Herbie shushed him. Then Roader walked out the room and to the stairs. Herbie tried to followed after him, but stopped when he felt something crawl on his lower half. He gasped when he saw a cockroach crawling down his legs.

Herbie smiled because it tickled a bit. Nonono. Don't crawl down there. He whispered

Then the cockroach crawled onto his hind paw. Herbie gasped, knowing that a certain spot on one of his hind paws was his tickle spot.

*snickers* Cut it out! Stop it! Don't do that! Eeheeheehee! Herbie giggled as the cockroach moved on his left hind paw.

Come on Herbie! Let's go! Roader called quietly.

Coming! Herbie whispered. But before he could move, the cockroach moved from his left hind paw to his right. Where his spot was.

Please don't touch it! Please don't touch it! Please don't touch it! Please don't touch it! Herbie begged

But the cockroach crawled right onto Herbie's tickle spot. Herbie almost bellowed out in laughter, but stopped himself just in time.

Mmmmmmm! Mmmmmm! Nnnooooo, doooooooon't craaaawl there. He said while trying to hold in his laughter. Whyyyyy does thiiiis always happen tooo meeeee?

The cockroach kept crawling on his tickle spot. Herbie felt like he couldn't hold for very much longer. He squirmed a bit hoping to shake off the cockroach. Fortunately, he does get it off before breaking out in laughter.

Phew! He sighed in relief. He then heads to the stairs, but not before the lady returned.

*gasp* Where do you think you're going? She said in a strict manner.

Ruuun! Greg shouted as he, Rubble, Roader, and Herbie ran up the stairs. Greg, Rubble, and Herbie managed to reach the door, but Roader trips on the last stair.

Ooof! *sees the lady behind him* Oh no! Roader exclaims as he tries to run away but gets caught.

Aha! I got your little friend here. Said the lady as she held Roader.

Guys! Guys! Help! Roader called

Herbie looked back. *gasp* Roader! Herbie exclaimed. Let him go! That's my friend!

I know, but I won't let him go. Unless you want to take his place at being my personal cutie pie. Said the lady

Herbie gulped. He didn't want to go back down it that room away from his friends again. But he didn't want Roader to go through the same thing he did. So he made a choice.

You can take me miss. He said while frowning sadly. Just let my friend go. Please?

The lady set Roader down and he dashes away. Herbie slowly walked towards the lady.

No Herbie! Don't do it! Rubble said

Come on Herbie! You don't have to stay with her. Greg said

Roader looked back at Herbie. Then he looked at the lady. He remembered that Chase had told him the old man was lonely, and when Herbie appeared, he was overjoyed. But he let that get the best of him. Roader wondered if the lady had something similar to that as well.

Wait! Herbie! Stop! Roader shouted

Herbie stopped and looked back at Roader. What is it Roader? Herbie asked sadly.

Miss, why did you dognap Herbie? Roader asked

Because he's such a cutie. Answered the lady

But he doesn't like being held hostage like that. Herbie loves to be around his friends. Being away from them can make him very upset. Roadder said

The lady paused. She then teared up a bit. I used to have friends. She said. But they thought that I was too over exasperated with cute animals.

Well, then you make new friends. Said Rubble

Yeah. Or, just tell them how you feel. Added Greg

The lady looked at Herbie who still had a frown on his face. Then she kneeled down to him. W-will.......you be my friend Herbie? She asked

Herbie looked up at the lady, and then perked his ears up and smiled a little. Sure, I'd love to be your friend miss. Herbie said

The lady hugged him. And Herbie licked her face.

Greg, Rubble, and Roader giggled.

I'm sorry for how I treated you. Next time, I'll ask and see what you want instead of always seeing what I want. Said the lady

W-well ummm, can I have, another bath, Miss? Herbie asks while blushing.

Why? Asked the lady

Because you did a great job on cleaning me. And I loved that fur brush up you gave me. Herbie said

*giggles* Why not! Said the lady

Thanks! Said Herbie happily. Oh, and maybe my friends too? Herbie aksed as he pointed to Rubble and Roader.

Would you guys want one? Asked the lady

Oh yes! I would love a bath! Rubble and Roader said together. Then they both looked at Greg, then Herbie, and finally the lady, who all smiled at them. We mean, a bath sounds nice. They both said in a normal tone.

Everyone laughed. Say, uh Greg. Wanna give me a hand at giving these cute pups a bath? The lady asked

Sure thing miss! Said Greg. I'd be happy to help.

And with that, the lady, Herbie, Roader, Rubble, and Greg walked downstairs and got ready for the pups' special bath time.

The End