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roudise week day 5 yay!! i'm in my element with a fic!! enjoy "right by your side" (tw//panic attack)

also on ao3 :)

Gene was over at Courtney’s working on a song. Tina was soon to be heading over to Fro-Yo-Momma with Jimmy Jr. And Louise doesn’t want to spend her Saturday working in the restaurant without them. She'd have no excuse to goof off and not do her work, and she really doesn't want to do her work.

So she calls up Rudy to ask him if he's free to hang out. Much to Louise’s relief, he is, and he suggests the two go to Wonder Wharf. Louise agrees- she hadn’t been since she saved it from Grover Fischoeder and his arson attempt and then played with the Itty Bitty Ditty Committee at the Bandshell, and that was a month ago. And according to some of her friends, some of the games at Wonder Wharf have new prizes, so of course that makes Louise want to go even more.

She tells her parents that Rudy had been the one to call her and that he’d invited her to hang out at the Wharf. Bob sees through her small lie and sees it as the excuse that it is to not work at the restaurant, but he knows the day will be slow and lets her go, him and Linda soon sending her off with a single ten dollar bill.

She walks down the street and waits by the Wonder Wharf’s entrance for Rudy, who appears a few minutes later.

“Hey, Louise!” he greets.

“Hey, Rudes!” she happily greets back, “Haven't seen you in a few days. How’ve you been?”

“Pretty good, pretty good. You?”

“I’m just excited to play some games and win some prizes. I think my stuffed animal collection could always be expanded, y’know?”

Rudy chuckles. “I get that. Let’s go, then!”

The two head into Wonder Wharf together, finding it to be pretty empty. As hot a summer day as it is, it makes sense to them as to why not many people would be out, but an emptier park means less lines for rides and games!

“Alright, so what's our game plan?” Rudy asks.

“I’m thinking a few games first, since they're right here, then we could head over to the good ol’ Scramble Pan.”

“Ah, yes. Sounds good.”

The two spend a good chunk of time playing games, because much to Louise’s delight, Rudy had brought more than ten dollars and didn’t hesitate to share his money with her.

Then they walk deeper into the park, the Scramble Pan their next destination. However, the route they take has them stumble upon the Mole Hill.

Louise begins to slow down, eventually ceasing her walking entirely. Rudy notices right away.

“Hey, Louise, you okay?” he asks, rushing to her side. She doesn't answer, and Rudy follows her line of vision to see she’s staring directly at the Mole Hill. “Uh, is-”

He stops as he notices Louise’s breath start to become heavy.

“Louise? Louise, talk to me..”

Her breathing only becoming heavier, beginning to feel hot, Louise looks at Rudy, panic evident in her eyes. “I don’t- I don’t know what's happening... I-I can’t breathe...”

“Louise-”

“I... I-I feel dizzy-”

“Okay, okay, c'mon..” Rudy takes her hand and leads her to a nearby wall, which she slides down against, utterly terrified at this sudden heavy breathing, sweating, and dizziness.

Rudy immediately takes a seat next to her. “Rudy, what-what’s happening to me? I’m- I’m...”

“Shh, it's okay, trust me, you're okay,” Rudy says. “Just stay calm. Take slow, deep breaths. And try to count to five on each in and out.”

Louise tries. “I can’t, i-it’s not working! I’m- I’m scared-”

Rudy reaches into his pocket and takes out his inhaler, handing it to her. “Well, then this should help really well.”

Wrapping her fingers around it, stilling her shaking hands, Louise looks Rudy in the eyes, who gives her a comforting look. She brings the inhaler up to her mouth, and uses it a couple times until her breathing is back to normal. Relaxing, she takes a few deep breaths of her own until she’s totally calm again while she tries to comprehend what had just happened.

“You feeling better now?” Rudy asks her.

“Rudy, what was that?!”

“A panic attack. I, uh, take it this was your first one...”

“But why would I have a panic attack?! They don’t just come up out of nowhere after I haven't had them or had any reason to have them in my entire life!”

“Well, some do. But maybe it wasn't out of nowhere. You were staring at the Mole Hill. And I-I know what you told me happened in there..."

“B-But I’ve been okay! That happened a month ago! And I-I haven't been to the Wharf since!”

“Is that cause you didn't have the time or because you were purposefully avoiding it?”

Louise stays silent. “Okay fine. Maybe you got me. I mean, I almost died in that Mole Hill, Rudy! I was held at spearpoint and then almost burned to death! Of course I didn't want to go anywhere near it!”

“That’s okay. Sometimes the smallest things that remind you of a really traumatizing event like what happened to you in the Mole Hill can trigger a panic attack- it’s totally natural and even expected. And it’s okay to have them, Louise, lots of people have them. I've had them, my dad's had them, and they get easier to deal with as time goes on. And if you do have another one again just remember the advice I gave you earlier, about your breathing. Now I’m not saying these are going to become frequent for you, and I know they’re scary, especially your first time having one. But I mean hey, you dealt with it really well! You calmed down pretty quickly. You were strong, like always. And you're okay now, yeah? That's all that matters!”

“Well, that’s just because I had you...”

Rudy smiles. “Yeah?”

Louise smiles back. “Yeah. Thanks, Rudes. I really appreciate it. I don't know what I would've done if it wasn't for you."

“Well, no problem. I’m your best friend, it's my job to be there for you.”

Louise stays smiling at him, but then it fades as she begins to speak again. “God, I hate it when people see me when I’m... vulnerable like this...”

“Awh, Louise, it’s okay! There's no reason for you to feel ashamed or anything!”

“There's not?”

“No! No matter what happens I'm always gonna be there for you. Being vulnerable is being human. No one will ever think any less of you, they’ll just help you get back on your feet.”

Louise smiles again. “Well... thanks.” She takes his hand and places his inhaler back in it. “Thanks for this too.”

“Anything. You feeling better now?”

“I am. But, um, could you walk me back home?”

“Of course.” Rudy stands, putting his inhaler back in his pocket. He extends a hand down to Louise, and, smiling, she takes it and he pulls her up. “And hey, if you ever have a panic attack again or anything... just know I'll always be right by your side.”

Without thinking, Louise hugs him. She's got herself the best best friend ever. “Thanks. Again.”

“Anytime..”

Louise then seems to realize what she’s doing, and releases the hug, blushing. She clears her throat and begins to say something, but sees Rudy’s holding back a laugh. “Alright, what’s so funny?”

“Aw, you just should've seen your reaction! You were so embarrassed!”

The blush on Louise’s face just gets deeper. Rudy then laughs, Louise unable to hold back a smile.

“Gosh, you should see your face too. You actually hugged me! You love me!”

“Shut up! I do not!" Louise answers, unable to help herself from joining in with Rudy’s laughter. God, he really is the best, isn't he? A couple minutes ago she was scared out of her mind having her first ever panic attack, and now here she is laughing alongside him. “And we don’t speak of this really mushy moment, okay?”

Rudy smiles, then mimics zipping his mouth shut. “My lips are sealed.”

As Louise and Rudy reach Bob’s Burgers, they find it empty except for Bob, Linda, and Tina. They enter, Louise sticking close to Rudy’s side like she had on the walk over. So close their hands are almost touching. And it definitely doesn't make Louise’s heart beat quicker than normal at all.

“Oh, hey, kids,” Bob greets, “You’re back earlier than I thought you’d be.”

“Well... something.. kind of.. happened...” Louise says. Her family looks at her, their faces painted with curiosity and worry. She herself looks at Rudy, silently asking him to be the one to tell them.

“She had a- a panic attack,” he says.

“What?!” Bob, Linda, and Tina exclaim in unison, rushing to Louise immediately.

“What happened??” Bob asks.

“We were on our way to the Scramble Pan, and we passed by the Mole Hill. Then she started hyperventilating.”

“Oh, Louise, my baby!” Linda exclaims, hugging her tightly. “Oh, baby, are you okay?!”

“Yeah, I am... um, thanks to him.” Louise answers, glancing over at Rudy.

Linda pulls the hug apart to look at him, who gives her a small smile.

“He, um, helped me through it,” Louise continues, “I was really scared. Cuz it was my first, um, panic attack. And I didn't know what on Earth was happening. But he knew what to do.”

“Oh, Rudy, honey, come here!” Linda says, bringing him into a hug. “Thank you so much for being there for my little girl.”

“It was no problem.” Rudy says.

“Seriously, thank you,” Bob says, “You've always been such a great friend to Louise.”

Linda lets go of him, and he turns to Louise, who’s smiling at him. He smiles back.

Louise is then taken into a brief but tight hug by Tina. “I’m so glad you're okay. I know just how scary a first panic attack can be and I’m- sorry I couldn't be there but Dad’s right. I’m really thankful for you, Rudy. I feel like I- owe you one."

“Well, again, it was no problem. You don't need to owe me anything,” Rudy says, “I’ve had panic attacks before so I know how scary they can be at first too.”

“And you sure you’re okay now, Louise?” Bob asks.

“Yes. I think all the fear’s passed.” Louise answers. “I mean, I don’t know if I’ll, um, have one again, but I remember what Rudy told me what to do in case I were to.”

“Rudy, you’re really the best,” Linda says.

He really is, Louise thinks. When she sees her family and Rudy look over at her, however, she realizes she had said it out loud. She feels her face get hot and lets out a small chuckle. “Hah, I mean-”

Rudy chuckles too. The two barely notice Bob, Linda, and Tina exchange looks and smiles. “Hey, it’s okay.” Rudy says.

Tina checks the time on the emergency phone. “Uh, I should be heading out... Louise, you sure you're okay? Cuz I can-”

“Yes! I am. Go on your date.” Louise says.

“Just wanted to make sure.”

“Yeah, stop caring about me so much!” she jokes.

Tina smiles, and gives her sister one last hug. “Alright. Love you. Bye everyone!”

Louise, Bob, Linda, and Rudy call goodbye back as Tina leaves the restaurant. “Louise, you can head up to the apartment if you want. No need to work today,” Bob says.

“You sure don't need help?” she asks.

“No. Today’s slow. Just go relax.”

“Great! Rudy, you coming with?”

“Of course!” he answers.

“Race you upstairs then!”

“No fair, you know I can’t run!” Smiling, the two run out of the restaurant together. Linda then turns to Bob with a smile of her own.

“Sweet pair they are,” she says.

Bob smiles back. “Yeah. They really are.”

Hi! What’s a song that makes you think of your favorite character or ship from Bob’s Burgers?

HI BABS

i honestly wish i listened to enough songs that aren't from musicals to answer this better LMAO but i do have one

for Roudise (specifically from the pov of Louise), the song "Just My Type (feat. Poppy)" from the tv show We Bare Bears. just the chorus only. it goes:

It's weird, but I'm gonna say it

I-I'm beginning to think you're just right (we!)

We're already dreaming of a life (us!)

Maybe we risk it all (you!)

You're beginning, beginning to look like just my type

i just think it really fits their whole storyline in Bob Actually. the two of them being friends for about four whole seasons, then louise realizing over the course of this episode she like-likes him leading to her deciding to kiss him at the end. i liked it so much i literally made an edit of them to this song a year ago LMFAO

The Amazing Rudy episode of Bob’s Burgers made me cry.

I knew I just had to draw Rudy and his number-one snuggle pal!!

It was an idea I'd had for awhile, and I finally did it!! :D

This outro is too precious for this world.

[ID]: Digital fanart of Regular-Sized Rudy from Bob's Burgers. He has fluffy, reddish-brownish hair, and it's also quite fluffy in this drawing. He also has bright blue eyes and a huge smile on his face. He's seen lying down with one foot in the air, revealing his sneaker. One hand is under his chin. He has a heart next to him, and accompanying him is his stuffed animal flounder, Pancake. Pancake looks like a realistic flounder and has two eyes on the same side of his head. They are seen in a coffee shop interior background.