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-->'''Bob:''' You know Jupe. He would never admit he was worried.

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* j He also declares that everyone knows them by that point and that they're famous, much to the embarassment of the boys.

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* j He also declares that everyone knows them by that point and that they're famous, much to the embarassment of the boys.
* Monica's friendship with Glenn. He tried to make sure that she was the only one who got his manuscript in the end because they both shared a dream of expanding the park. Now, with the Three Investigator's help, she can finally fulfill her dream.
* The Three Investigators offering their services to Monica to help her catch the Bear Hunters.
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* Despite having the money to do so, both Bob and Pete deciding to stay in Rocky Beach because Jupiter doesn't have enough money at the moment to go to Scotland.
** Even more so, Pete's dad offered to loan Jupe the money to go, but both Jupe and his uncle refused.
* As mentioned before, young kids tend to look up to the Three Investigators, Chris is no exception.
*j He also declares that everyone knows them by that point and that they're famous, much to the embarassment of the boys.
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* Pete deciding to brave the hyena because he was unwilling to leave Bahamas the dog behind. With the kids safe, Pete could have just left for their own safety, but he ends up facing off with it, saves the dog, and even successfully tranquilizes the hyena.
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* As harrowing as the whole ordeal was, Pete didn't come out of it empty-handed. He befriended and adopted an Irish Wolfhound (which likely had been abandoned by his captor), who became his travelling buddy when he made the treacherous march back to civilization. Pete and Shadow bonded very quickly, the dog responding to Pete's whistle and was likely the one who kept watch over Pete while he slept at night. Pete even shares his food with Shadow despite having not eaten very well for half a week at that point.
** When Pete lets out a cheerful yell as he begins his trek back home, Shadow barks with him excitedly as if to hceer him on. Moments before, the dog literally tackles Pete and the two just have fun and wrestle in the grass and mud.

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* As harrowing as the whole ordeal was, Pete didn't come out of it empty-handed. He befriended and adopted an Irish Wolfhound (which likely had been abandoned by his captor), who became his travelling buddy when he made the treacherous march back to civilization. Pete and Shadow bonded very quickly, the dog responding to Pete's whistle and was likely the one who kept watch over Pete while he slept at night. Pete even shares his food with Shadow despite having not eaten very well for half a week at by that point.
** When Pete lets out a cheerful yell as he begins his trek back home, Shadow barks with him excitedly as if to hceer cheer him on. Moments before, the dog literally tackles Pete and the two just have fun and wrestle in the grass and mud.
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* When they don't find Pete at first, Bob grows more and more depressed and despondent. Jupe ends up giving him a hug and tries his best to be positive for the both of them.
* To help him recover, Jupe engages Pete in a nostalgic conversation to keep him awake so he slowly work through the shock. They end up talking about their home, families, friends, girlfriends, and even their pediatrician. They end up joking about and even start laughing, and in no time at all, Pete gets well enough stand up and walk (with some help).
* The fact that the boys risk tooth and nail to save Jerzy the pilot, even though they barely knew him. He was only a tour guide for them, but saved his life and took care of him.



* As harrowing as the whole ordeal was, Pete didn't come out of it empty-handed. He befriended and adopted an Irish Wolfhound (which likely had been abandoned by his captor), who became his travelling buddy when he made the treacherous march back to civilization. In the end, Pete can't keep the dog, but Shadow the dog now stays at the scrapyard with Jupe, where Pete can visit him any time.

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* Pete's reaction to seeing the thunderstorm right after his escape. It's a little heartbreaking, as it was his first time seeing the outside after spending more than forty hours trapped in a dark, empty room, but he is relieved to feel the rain and see the flashing thunder. It's his realization that he's ''really'' escaped.
* As harrowing as the whole ordeal was, Pete didn't come out of it empty-handed. He befriended and adopted an Irish Wolfhound (which likely had been abandoned by his captor), who became his travelling buddy when he made the treacherous march back to civilization. Pete and Shadow bonded very quickly, the dog responding to Pete's whistle and was likely the one who kept watch over Pete while he slept at night. Pete even shares his food with Shadow despite having not eaten very well for half a week at that point.
** When Pete lets out a cheerful yell as he begins his trek back home, Shadow barks with him excitedly as if to hceer him on. Moments before, the dog literally tackles Pete and the two just have fun and wrestle in the grass and mud.
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In the end, Pete can't keep the dog, but Shadow the dog now stays at the scrapyard with Jupe, where Pete can visit him any time.
* The fact that Pete's daydream became true and his story got told in the paper, letting many others know of his harrowing experience and his courageous escape afterwards. [[SoProudOFYou Mrs. Crenshaw is noted to be particularly proud of her son]].



* Jupiter and Pete immediately break into an animated conversation right after their reunion while imprisoned. They're just that happy to see each other.

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* Both Jupiter and Pete getting really excited when they first communicate with each other by knocking on the pipes. After they meet up, they immediately break into an animated conversation right after their reunion while imprisoned. They're just that happy to see each other.






* Jupe's reaction to seeing Pete alive. He just stands there, takes out his handkerchief, and blows his nose. And all he can say is 'Nice'.

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* In the radio play, Bob's the one who jumps into the pool to retrieve Pete (as opposed to the novel which had Jupe inside the pool as well). Not only that, he sits with Pete after he is resuscitated to watch over him.
* Jupe's reaction to seeing Pete alive. He just stands there, takes out his handkerchief, and blows his nose. And nose, indicating that he likely had been crying. In the end, all he can say is 'Nice'.is:
-->'''Jupiter:''' Nice.
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* Jupe deciding to lie to Mrs. Crenshaw, Pete's mom, even though he had a gut feeling that something was wrong. He just wanted to keep her from worrying as long as possible before it really was confirmed that Pete was really kidnapped.
* The fact that the other adults seem just as worried about Pete as Pete's parents are. Mr. Andrews (Bob's father) wants to keep posted and both Aunt Mathilda and Uncle Titus express their comfort and worry over Jupe's missing friend.
* As harrowing as the whole ordeal was, Pete didn't come out of it empty-handed. He befriended and adopted an Irish Wolfhound (which likely had been abandoned by his captor), who became his travelling buddy when he made the treacherous march back to civilization. In the end, Pete can't keep the dog, but Shadow the dog now stays at the scrapyard with Jupe, where Pete can visit him any time.
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* When Pete starts getting intimidated by all the other auditioners, Jupe gives him this uplifting pep talk:
-->'''Jupiter:''' In the last day, with my guidance you've learned more about movement and dance than most people learn in years. You don't stink, Pete. You're an athlete who's highly trained in martial arts, and your movements have natural grace. That's more than half the battle. If they see that, they'll know they can train you the rest of the way. You have one simple job today. Just show them you can conquer the world.
** The great part, is that Pete ''does'' end up getting the role even though he initially thought he blew it. So did Jupe (though he got the very comical 'beach ball' role).
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* After facing their own harrowing events (a landslide for Bob and getting lost in the woods for Pete), when the two reunite, Pete straight up [[TheGlomp glomps]] Bob in relief and even carries him back to camp.
* Out of the blue, Jupe recalls the fact that Bob was wearing contact lenses and asks if he'll be alright.
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* Jupiter being a little insecure about his weight and Bob has this to say:
-->'''Bob:''' Hey, I don't care if you're fat-
-->'''Jupe:''' I am not fat! A little... heavy, maybe, but-
-->'''Bob:''' Jupe, it's okay. Pete and I like you, heavy or skinny.
* The fact that Aunt Mathilda is willing to post bail on Ty, a relative she has never met before from a cousin she disliked. She even gets her lawyer to fight his case. Just another thing to prove how big a heart she has.
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** Jupiter also shows deep concern for his friend and becomes desperate to find a way to escape to get Pete some help. It goes to show how much Jupiter really cares for one of his best buddies.

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** Jupiter also shows deep concern for his friend and becomes desperate to find a way to escape to get Pete some help. It goes to show how much Jupiter really cares for one of his best buddies.buddies.


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* Jupe's reaction to seeing Pete alive. He just stands there, takes out his handkerchief, and blows his nose. And all he can say is 'Nice'.
-->'''Pete:''' (stunned) Is that all you have to say?
-->'''Bob:''' You know Jupe. He would never admit he was worried.

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* After reviewing their case, Hector Sebastian and the Investigators have a lunch of French cuisine that Don had prepared earlier as he was going to appear on TV alongside a famous chef. As the four are watching the show, the chef is impressed with Don's skills and claims he would be 'serving banquets to the famous'. Don replies that he already serves the famous mystery writer, Mr. Hector Sebastian, but also The Three Investigators, much to the shock and happiness of the three boys.
-->'''Don:''' Ve-rry famous detectives! Jupiter Jones, Bob Andrews, and Peter Crenshaw. I proud to cook for them [sic].



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* In the end, Jupe decides to lose on purpose so Peggy can get the money so she can attend college. At the end of the story, Pete reveals that she was going to start her first semester at Berkley soon.
** In fact, all of the Rogues have a more or less happy ending: Footsie has finally found a stable job, Gordon Harker returns to his job as a teacher with his secret in tact, Bloodhound is going to become a lawyer to help young actors and actresses fight for rights and not get exploited. Though Bonehead still has to work as a car mechanic, he hasn't been charged and is still able to persue being an actor. Even Luther Lomax has been admitted to a home for retired movie people, getting the mental help he needs.
* Despite hating his past as Baby Fatso, Jupiter still signs an autograph for Don as his former persona.
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* Both Peggy and Gordon Harker's relationships with Jupiter as adults, particularly Peggy noting at the end that after all the times she had to rescue Baby Fatso in the TV show, now it was finally his turn to rescue her.

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* Both Peggy and Gordon Harker's relationships with Jupiter as adults, particularly Peggy noting at the end that after all the times she had to rescue Baby Fatso in the TV show, now it was finally his turn to rescue her.her.

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* Jupiter and Pete immediately break into an animated conversation right after their reunion while imprisoned. They're just that happy to see each other.
* The moment Pete gets injured, Jolene begins to drop the act realizing that the film experiment was not worth Pete's suffering and potentially his life. She immediately starts insisting that he needed a doctor right away and was the first to suggest that they just cancel the whole production.
** Jupiter also shows deep concern for his friend and becomes desperate to find a way to escape to get Pete some help. It goes to show how much Jupiter really cares for one of his best buddies.
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* Pete and Bob join the audience during the quiz show to support their friend. When Jupe looks at them in the stands, Pete makes a self-clasping handshake over his head, a symbol of victory in boxing, to congratulate Jupe on winning the first round.

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* Pete and Bob join the audience during the quiz show to support their friend. When Jupe looks at them in the stands, Pete makes a self-clasping handshake over his head, a symbol of victory in boxing, to congratulate congratulate/cheer Jupe on winning the first round.round and/or that he felt that Jupe's victory is already assured.
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* Its implied from Jupe's inner thoughts that the three Investigators regularly go the beach and go surfing in the morning together which is just adorable.
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* The moment Bob asks his parents to go on a trip with Pete, Jupe, and his Pete's grandma, they immediatelg agree to let him go from the sole fact that Jupiter was going along. They trusted him that much.

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* The moment Bob asks his parents to go on a trip with Pete, Jupe, and his Pete's grandma, they immediatelg agree immediately agreed to let him go from the sole fact that Jupiter was going along. They trusted him that much.
* During the trip, his grandpa acted so nutty that Pete was scared his friends would be driven off and go home, leaving him to watch over his grandfather himself. But Jupiter and Bob stick with him all the way, despite the strange happenings on the trail.
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* The moment Bob asks his parents to go on a trip with Pete, Jupe, and his Pete's grandma, they immediatelg agree to let him go from the sole fact that Jupiter was going along. They trusted him that much.
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* Although Bennington Peck doesn't seem to have a good relationship with his daughter (Mrs. Crenshaw) and his son-in-law (Mr. Crenshaw), he seems to adore Pete and his friends. He is all to excited to take them with him on a cross-country trip. He is also notably much gentler with his grandson despite his parents, even though they all worry much the same.

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* Although Bennington Peck doesn't seem to have a good relationship with his daughter (Mrs. Crenshaw) and his son-in-law (Mr. Crenshaw), he seems to adore Pete and his friends. He is all to excited to take them with him on a cross-country trip. He is also notably much gentler with his grandson despite his parents, even though they all worry Pete being just as much the same.
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* The friendship between the three boys are just this. They may have fights or disagreements, but no matter what, they always are friends that will risk their neck to save each other no matter what.
** There is something incredibly admirable about how devoted [[CowardlyLion Pete]] is to his friends. He is the most timid and cautious of the three, frequently complaining about how much danger they're in / how much danger Jupe wants to put him in during assignments, causing the most friction in the group. But despite all his complaining, he will still do what is asked of him because he is just so dang [[UndyingLoyalty loyal]]. In fact, in the face of real danger, contrary to what he says, Pete is usually in the front facing the danger head-on and will do his best to protect his friends. While the Investigators always rescue another, Pete has racked up the most points on death-defying saves. His loyalty is so prominent that if forced to pick between Pete and Bob, Jupiter would choose Pete as his BestFriend on account of how many times Pete has saved him.
** Their friendships are so strong that their friendship bleeds over to their parents / guardians. The parents frequently feed and house the other kids whenever they are over because they are over just that often. They treat the other boys as if they were their kids as well.



* Also, the way their relationship with Alfred Hitchcock develops. At the start he's nothing but dismissive or antagonistic to them, and they in fact have to bargain to even get him to introduce their cases at all. But as time goes on he starts sending them cases or recommending prospective clients to them without even asking, genuinely praises their work, and is alternately amused, heartwarmed, or enthusiastic about various denouements to their cases. He outright apologizes in one of his introductions for his initial ill judgment of them (especially Jupiter, even as he admits he can still be irritating), and it becomes very clear that he has become very fond of them and enjoys their association as well. It makes his eventual death even more heartbreaking--and as much as Hector Sebastian clearly likes and admires the boys, and vice versa, something seemed to very much be lost after Hitchcock was gone from the series, perhaps explaining why it eventually petered out in the U.S.
* No matter how many times the boys may fight or have disagreements, they always end up friends again--and are equally determined to solve mysteries so as to right wrongs and help those who need it.

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* Also, Hans and Konrad act like the way boys' big Bavarian brothers. They may be their relationship employer's kid and friends, but they will just as fiercely defend them if they are in trouble. Hans and Konrad are also one of the few adults who are totally okay with doing what Jupiter says.
* The friendship between the boys and
Alfred Hitchcock develops.Hitchcock. At the start he's nothing but dismissive or antagonistic to them, and they in fact have to bargain to even get him to introduce their cases at all. But as time goes on he starts sending them cases or recommending prospective clients to them without even asking, genuinely praises their work, and is alternately amused, heartwarmed, or enthusiastic about various denouements to their cases. He outright apologizes in one of his introductions for his initial ill judgment of them (especially Jupiter, even as he admits he can still be irritating), and it becomes very clear that he has become very fond of them and enjoys their association as well. It makes his eventual death even more heartbreaking--and as much as Hector Sebastian clearly likes and admires the boys, and vice versa, something seemed to very much be lost after Hitchcock was gone from the series, perhaps explaining why it eventually petered out in the U.S.
* No matter how many times the boys may fight or have disagreements, they always end up friends again--and are equally determined to solve mysteries so as to right wrongs and help those who need it.
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* Why does Jim Hall get rid of George's cage? Not just because he didn't want Eastland or his actors and crew to think the lion was dangerous, but because he wanted George to feel like a member of the family and felt awful locking him up, away and separate. Also, the scene where he and Jim wrestle and play together, ending with the lion purring. (Forget this is inaccurate, it's still adorable.)

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* Why does Jim Hall get rid of George's cage? Not just because he didn't want Eastland or his actors and crew to think the lion was dangerous, but because he wanted George to feel like a member of the family and felt awful locking him up, away and separate. Also, the scene where he and Jim wrestle and play together, ending with the lion purring. (Forget this is inaccurate, it's still adorable.)\n

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!!General
* Throughout the series, the relationship the boys develop with Worthington is made of heartwarming, to the point he considers himself the fourth investigator and always trusts them, giving them the benefit of the doubt in all situations. This is especially shown in how he reacts to Jupiter's kidnapping in ''Deadly Double'' and how he stands up for the boys against Mr. Temple and the police in ''Smashing Glass''.
* Also, the way their relationship with Alfred Hitchcock develops. At the start he's nothing but dismissive or antagonistic to them, and they in fact have to bargain to even get him to introduce their cases at all. But as time goes on he starts sending them cases or recommending prospective clients to them without even asking, genuinely praises their work, and is alternately amused, heartwarmed, or enthusiastic about various denouements to their cases. He outright apologizes in one of his introductions for his initial ill judgment of them (especially Jupiter, even as he admits he can still be irritating), and it becomes very clear that he has become very fond of them and enjoys their association as well. It makes his eventual death even more heartbreaking--and as much as Hector Sebastian clearly likes and admires the boys, and vice versa, something seemed to very much be lost after Hitchcock was gone from the series, perhaps explaining why it eventually petered out in the U.S.
* No matter how many times the boys may fight or have disagreements, they always end up friends again--and are equally determined to solve mysteries so as to right wrongs and help those who need it.

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* Aunt Mathilda and Uncle Titus calculating and re-calculating the costs for Carlos's reward so that he can get extra money back. The second is particularly notable since it takes place after Carlos is forced to give the extra money to the woman his uncle sold Blackbeard to...so he pretends Aunt Mathilda made a mistake and gives him the same amount he lost.

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* After this story, the Investigators had adopted Blackbeard the Starling, keeping him in the headquarters. He can be subsequently seen and mentioned in further books.

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* Rory not wanting Angus Gunn's treasure to be found...because he wants to marry Mrs. Gunn, and is afraid she won't accept his proposal if she's rich (because he's just a poor Scotsman). When Hitchcock asks what the lady said about the matter, Bob says with a grin that she's thinking about it.

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* It's also a bit of a TearJerker, but Jupiter's simple, sad explanation to Hector Sebastian that Alfred Hitchcock has died in-story and that the boys miss him very much.

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* Constance Carmel's relationship with Fluke.

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* Both Peggy and [[spoiler:Gordon Harker]]'s relationships with Jupiter as adults, particularly Peggy noting at the end that after all the times she had to rescue Baby Fatso in the TV show, now it was finally his turn to rescue her.

'''Multiple Books'''

* Throughout the series, the relationship the boys develop with Worthington is made of heartwarming, to the point he considers himself the fourth investigator and always trusts them, giving them the benefit of the doubt in all situations. This is especially shown in how he reacts to Jupiter's kidnapping in ''Deadly Double'' and how he stands up for the boys against Mr. Temple and the police in ''Smashing Glass''.
* Also, the way their relationship with Alfred Hitchcock develops. At the start he's nothing but dismissive or antagonistic to them, and they in fact have to bargain to even get him to introduce their cases at all. But as time goes on he starts sending them cases or recommending prospective clients to them without even asking, genuinely praises their work, and is alternately amused, heartwarmed, or enthusiastic about various denouements to their cases. He outright apologizes in one of his introductions for his initial ill judgment of them (especially Jupiter, even as he admits he can still be irritating), and it becomes very clear that he has become very fond of them and enjoys their association as well. It makes his eventual death even more heartbreaking--and as much as Hector Sebastian clearly likes and admires the boys, and vice versa, something seemed to very much be lost after Hitchcock was gone from the series, perhaps explaining why it eventually petered out in the U.S.
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* Rory not wanting Angus Gunn's treasure to be found... because he wants to marry Mrs. Gunn, and is afraid she won't accept his proposal if she's rich (because he's just a poor Scotsman). When Hitchcock asks what the lady said about the matter, Bob says with a grin that she's thinking about it.

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a real friend and mentor.
** However, by the end of the story, they become good friends with Hector Sebastian, who is all too happy to try fill in the shoes of Hitchcock before him, being their new mentor to introduce and conclude their stories.

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* Bob frequently describes Fluke as 'smiling' when he is the whale greets him.
* Apparently, Fluke was so smitten with
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* Pete becomes attached to the pigeon that had been swapped for the two-toed one, naming it Caesar and being the main one to care for it. Throughout the story, he is seen petting the bird and is delighted when Caesar returns to the Scrapyard because it considered the place its new home.
* Jupiter has Pete pose as a Bird Activist selling balloons to provide a distraction so he can swap Caesar's and Kyoto's pigeon, which ends up being an incredibly stressful and terrifying experience. He feels absolutely terrible about making him do this and tries to cheer Pete up by letting him be the one to release Kyoto's pigeon.

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* Both Peggy and [[spoiler:Gordon Harker]]'s Gordon Harker's relationships with Jupiter as adults, particularly Peggy noting at the end that after all the times she had to rescue Baby Fatso in the TV show, now it was finally his turn to rescue her.

'''Multiple Books'''

* Throughout the series, the relationship the boys develop with Worthington is made of heartwarming, to the point he considers himself the fourth investigator and always trusts them, giving them the benefit of the doubt in all situations. This is especially shown in how he reacts to Jupiter's kidnapping in ''Deadly Double'' and how he stands up for the boys against Mr. Temple and the police in ''Smashing Glass''.
* Also, the way their relationship with Alfred Hitchcock develops. At the start he's nothing but dismissive or antagonistic to them, and they in fact have to bargain to even get him to introduce their cases at all. But as time goes on he starts sending them cases or recommending prospective clients to them without even asking, genuinely praises their work, and is alternately amused, heartwarmed, or enthusiastic about various denouements to their cases. He outright apologizes in one of his introductions for his initial ill judgment of them (especially Jupiter, even as he admits he can still be irritating), and it becomes very clear that he has become very fond of them and enjoys their association as well. It makes his eventual death even more heartbreaking--and as much as Hector Sebastian clearly likes and admires the boys, and vice versa, something seemed to very much be lost after Hitchcock was gone from the series, perhaps explaining why it eventually petered out in the U.S.
* No matter how many times the boys may fight or have disagreements, they always end up friends again--and are equally determined to solve mysteries so as to right wrongs and help those who need it.
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''Terror Castle''

* Uncle Titus disarms Aunt Mathilda's anger over the things he brought to the yard (a pipe organ, a giant iron statue of a buck) by saying he intends to put the statue next to the house rather than sell it...as he puts his arm around her and says, "Now I have two [[IncrediblyLamePun dears]]."


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* Uncle Titus disarms Aunt Mathilda's anger over the giant iron statue of a buck that he brought to the yard by saying he intends to put the statue next to the house rather than sell it... as he puts his arm around her and says, "Now I have two [[IncrediblyLamePun dears]]."
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''Terror Castle''

* Uncle Titus disarms Aunt Mathilda's anger over the things he brought to the yard (a pipe organ, a giant iron statue of a buck) by saying he intends to put the statue next to the house rather than sell it...as he puts his arm around her and says, "Now I have two [[IncrediblyLamePun dears]]."



''Coughing Dragon''

* The fact Shelby can't bring himself to harm the dogs his whistle keeps summoning. And Jupiter calls him on it, revealing he isn't the criminal he pretends to be.

''Nervous Lion''

* Why does Jim Hall get rid of George's cage? Not just because he didn't want Eastland or his actors and crew to think the lion was dangerous, but because he wanted George to feel like a member of the family and felt awful locking him up, away and separate. Also, the scene where he and Jim wrestle and play together, ending with the lion purring. (Forget this is inaccurate, it's still adorable.)

''Phantom Lake''

* Rory not wanting Angus Gunn's treasure to be found...because he wants to marry Mrs. Gunn, and is afraid she won't accept his proposal if she's rich (because he's just a poor Scotsman). When Hitchcock asks what the lady said about the matter, Bob says with a grin that she's thinking about it.



* It's also a bit of a TearJerker, but Jupiter's simple, sad explanation to Hector Sebastian that Alfred Hitchcock has died in-story and that the boys miss him very much.

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* It's also a bit of a TearJerker, but Jupiter's simple, sad explanation to Hector Sebastian that Alfred Hitchcock has died in-story and that the boys miss him very much.much.

''Kidnapped Whale''

* Constance Carmel's relationship with Fluke.

''Rogues' Reunion''

* Both Peggy and [[spoiler:Gordon Harker]]'s relationships with Jupiter as adults, particularly Peggy noting at the end that after all the times she had to rescue Baby Fatso in the TV show, now it was finally his turn to rescue her.

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* Throughout the series, the relationship the boys develop with Worthington is made of heartwarming, to the point he considers himself the fourth investigator and always trusts them, giving them the benefit of the doubt in all situations. This is especially shown in how he reacts to Jupiter's kidnapping in ''Deadly Double'' and how he stands up for the boys against Mr. Temple and the police in ''Smashing Glass''.
* Also, the way their relationship with Alfred Hitchcock develops. At the start he's nothing but dismissive or antagonistic to them, and they in fact have to bargain to even get him to introduce their cases at all. But as time goes on he starts sending them cases or recommending prospective clients to them without even asking, genuinely praises their work, and is alternately amused, heartwarmed, or enthusiastic about various denouements to their cases. He outright apologizes in one of his introductions for his initial ill judgment of them (especially Jupiter, even as he admits he can still be irritating), and it becomes very clear that he has become very fond of them and enjoys their association as well. It makes his eventual death even more heartbreaking--and as much as Hector Sebastian clearly likes and admires the boys, and vice versa, something seemed to very much be lost after Hitchcock was gone from the series, perhaps explaining why it eventually petered out in the U.S.
* No matter how many times the boys may fight or have disagreements, they always end up friends again--and are equally determined to solve mysteries so as to right wrongs and help those who need it.
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''Stuttering Parrot''

* Aunt Mathilda and Uncle Titus calculating and re-calculating the costs for Carlos's reward so that he can get extra money back. The second is particularly notable since it takes place after Carlos is forced to give the extra money to the woman his uncle sold Blackbeard to...so he pretends Aunt Mathilda made a mistake and gives him the same amount he lost.

''Scar-Faced Beggar''

* It's also a bit of a TearJerker, but Jupiter's simple, sad explanation to Hector Sebastian that Alfred Hitchcock has died in-story and that the boys miss him very much.

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