Okay, this takes place about a month before Martin leaves for college (UNC Wilmington) and Ruthie is starting her Junior year, which would make this in-between seasons 10 and 11 (if the show lasts till 11) Martin and his dad are over for dinner, if that explains the whole Martin using the Camden's phone thing.

Breaking the Rules

By Norwegianchick101

Chapter 1

"Katie! How many times do I have to tell you?" Martin heard on the phone when he picked it up, it was Ruthie; she was talking to her best friend, Katherine Lewis.

Martin stopped and listened, wondering if he could find out why Ruthie was in such a bad mood lately.

"I do NOT like Martin Brewer!"

Martin's heart sank; he had liked Ruthie for a while now.

"Yes you do!" Katie retorted. "You can't deny it forever!"

"Okay, so what if I like Martin?" Ruthie sighed. "He has a girlfriend, and temporarily lived in this house!"

After hearing that, Martin hung up the phone; he didn't need to hear anymore. Now that e knew he actually had a chance with Ruthie, he had to break up with Zoe.

7th Heaven

When I see their happy faces smiling back at me

7th Heaven

I know there's no greater feeling than the love of family

Where do you go when the world don't treat you right

The answer is home

That's the one place that you'll find

7th Heaven

Ooooooo

7th Heaven

7th Heaven

When Martin and Ruthie got into his car to leave the Promenade the next day, Ruthie knew something was up.

"Um… Martin?" Ruthie asked when Martin didn't start the car. "Are we leaving or not?"

Martin sighed, knowing that there was no way of avoiding it.

He shook his head no, and pulled out of the Promenade.

About half an hour later, they pulled into a quiet, empty area. (Think where Lucy tried to ditch her virginity w/ big lips)

Ruthie raised her eyebrows at Martin, and sighed.

"Look Ruth, I really don't know how to say this, but I wanted it to be special. I love you Ruthie Camden, and I have loved you ever since I met you. And I wanted you to know before I left."

Ruthie frowned. "But what about Zoe?" she asked.

Martin smiled. "It's over." he stated simply. "I broke up with her last night. I broke up with Zoe, because I wanted to be with you."

Ruthie smiled, but couldn't bring herself to say anything.

Martin could sense the confusion and bewilderment in Ruthie's eyes, and immediately knew the cause.

"Look Ruth, I know what you're gonna say, and I want you to know, that if you love me too, I'm willing to make a long distance relationship work; whether your parents approve or not."

Tears came to Ruthie's eyes as she wrapped her arms around Martin's neck and sighed.

"I love you too Martin. I love you too."