Alec's Visit (2)- Ninjago OC
Everyone were at the table, already done with food and, as a treat, got to drink some wine. Kai and Alec were sitting in front of each other, Jay being beside Alec and sitting across from Niel. Nya and Lloyd were across of Cole, playfully chatting while the Master of Earth was busy consuming more of Zane's cooking. Master Wu was in the far corner of the table, peacefully drinking his hot tea and relaxing amongst the ruckuss. Jay had his eyes on Alec as he asked him, "So where were you while Niel joined the team?" Alec leaned back in his seat before finishing his wine in one gulp. He hunched over the table and held himself up with his elbow, "Well, I'm currently studying for a master's degree on Ninjago History and for that, I have to travel a lot. This year was about Shintaro. I had to trek up the mountain and stay there for my research paper," Cole turned his head towards Alec when he heard Shintaro being mentioned, "Hey! I'm actually friends with Princess Vania. You could've called me instead of putting yourself in danger with those bat monsters," Alec smiled and nodded, "Yeah, I would've asked if I had known Niel was a part of the team." Alec sighed as he felt this sinking feeling in his stomach. The chattering of the others muffled as the feeling grew stronger. He almost felt bad about not being for Niel while he was under control of the Crystal King, not being there for his training, not being there treating his wounds after battles. He snapped back to reality when Zane came by with more wine. Kai and Niel cheered like crazy getting their hands on my alcohol. Alec drank some more and shrugged off the feeling and enjoyed his night.
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"And then he did what!?" Jay jumped up in excitement, hearing more about Alec's story, "He jumped in for it. Head first!" Kai scoffed out and ruffling up Niel's hair in mockery, "Hah! You value that figure more than your dignity?" Niel removed his hand and seldomly explained himself, "It wasn't just a figurine, it was my wife! I loved that Hatsune Miku figurine than my own Yin!" Alec had a forced frown and puppy eyes on his face finding out about his position in Niel's heart, "You wouldn't save me if I was hurled into a dumpster?" The cyan ninja smirked, "No, because I'd be the one who threw you in the first place." Jay giggled at his diss before leaning in closer to Alec, "C'mon, hit him back! Take revenge! Any more embarrassing stories we should know about?" Alec searched his chin before his eyes lit and he had an evil smile on his face, "I'm gonna tell you about the time I made Niel do the chicken dance in public," Niel dunked his head straight on to the table and crossed his arms to cover his face in shame before screaming into his arms, "First Spinjitsu Master, please kill me already!" Alec gulped some more of his wine before telling his story, "So, we were at this chicken fast food place and Niel wanted me to pay the food but he had to do something for me in a return. I told him to do the chicken dance on the table for everyone to see or else, he'd have to buy two more meals." Kai was already giggling, imagining Niel in a chicken costume, "And so he did just that, making chicken noises in the process. I even have a video!" Alec took out his phone before parading this embarrassing tape of Niel on the table, dancing while people watched. Kai laughed so hard he punched the table and almost fell backwards while Jay was barely able to hold himself together.
After a few minutes, Zane and Wu announced that it was bed time and everyone needs to get to bed. Kai and Niel stayed behind with Zane to help clean up while everyone else left. The two of them joked around while putting away plates when Kai brought up a hang out plan, "Hey, what about having dinner tomorrow at that fancy steak place? You know, by that arcade?" Niel hummed and shrugged, "Sounds cool! I haven't had a nice dinner in a while!" Alec was standing by the kitchen, behind a wall and heard Kai trying to invite his Yang to a "hangout" and he couldn't believe Niel would accept the invite. He left quickly as he heard the two step closer to where he was. Alec ran off to their room and closed the sliding door. The feeling in his stomach made him feel so heavy, the feeling of guilt was choking him. The sliding door opened behind him as Neil entered their room and greeted Alec who was getting changed to his pajamas. He stayed silent before looking back and smiling at him. Neil walked over and hugged him from behind, "It's been awhile. I've actually missed you so much," Alec sighed as he felt comfort in the hug. He turned around and returned the love with a tighter hug. The two just stayed there before they pulled apart slightly and just stared at each other, their faces getting closer for a kiss when they were startled by Cole in the doorway, "Hey, Niel! You left your--" he stopped midway into his words and immediately closed his eyes and turned around to leave, apologizing loudly as he zipped off and disappeared into his own room. The two just laughed at his antics before Niel seperated to change himself. Moments later, the two were huddled against each other and relaxing and wouldn't realize that they had already fallen asleep.
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"Niel! Wake up!" Niel was woken up by Nya shaking his shoulders. He rubbed his eyes before sitting up and stretching and realized that Nya was in her gi. Niel quickly and quietly dressed up in his gi and ran off. The two ninja walked down to the secret base and greeted the others who were in front of the monitor. Zane waved at them as Niel asked out, "What's going on?" Lloyd held his eyes on the monitor and explained the situation, "There is this gang of thugs who're breaking into the bank. This has been happening for the fifth time this week so now we're taking charge and investigating the vaults." He turned around and pointed at Kai, "Kai, can you uhh..." He looked over to everyone else to pair him up with the fire ninja before deciding, "Niel and Jay take care of the thugs?" Kai nodded before wrapping his arms over Jay and Niel's shoulders. "Zane and Nya, investigate the other vaults for more activities. Cole and I can patrol outside the building to look for where they came from." Everyone had their hands in a circle before cheering together, "Ninja... GO!"
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Alec woke up to see the side of the bed where Niel would be was empty. He sighed as he sat up to try and look for him. Alec was about to step on the floor before he noticed something on the bedside table. A note: "Hey, GingerAle. I'm off on a mission, a break-in at the bank ;) I'll spare you the details in the morning. Sleep tight! ♡" Alec almost growled in frustration before plopping back down on his bed and trying his best to fall back asleep. The silence didn't help and instead, he started talking to himself in his head. That pit in his stomach came back. The heavy feeling of guilt became unbearable. The thoughts were clouding his mind and he just needed some fresh air but opening the window didn't suffice. He sat up and stared at the wall before getting himself on the floor to get a drink. He just walked through the dark hallways until he come across to a place with any sort of light. Soon enough, he found himself at the porch of the monastery under the shining bright moonlight. He huffed out, his warm breath turning to fog in the cold air. Alec sat himself down at the stairs as he just thought in silence. He stayed there for half an hour, completely alone before he heard footsteps behind him. He slowly turned around to see Master Wu walking towards him, teapot and two cups in hand. Wu settled them down beside him and greeted him, "Hello, Alec." Alec smiled at him before replying, "Hello, Sensei." Wu just stood by him as he stared at the moon before his poke again, "Why are you here so late?" Alec sighed, "I was... A lot of things were in my mind so I just need some fresh air," Sensei Wu hummed as he sat down next to him with his legs crossed. He poured him some tea before offering a cup to Alec, "Tea?" The boy smiled as he nodded and grabbed the cup in hand, Sensei Wu pouring some for him, "Thank you, Sensei..."
Alec sat with Master Wu for a while before Wu asked out, "You look upset. Are you alright?" Alec looked at him, trying to force a smile before seeing Master Wu's concerned face. Alec sighed before placing his face in his hands, "I... Want to become a ninja." Master Wu tilted his head, "Hmm, why?" Alec stuttered out his words before huffing again and letting heart speak, "I-I... I was never there for him. I was away from him for so long that now he's choosing Kai over me. He looks just like me, acts like and dresses up like me. He was there for him to treat his wounds, to comfort him while he was sad, to have fun with him while he was bored," he paused, taking a deep breath, "Maybe, just maybe, if I became a ninja like him, I could always be there for him. I would be there to protect him, take care of his wounds a-and..." He felt his face go hot before he felt tears coming out his eyes. He breathed out a shaky breath before wiping his tears away and drinking more of the tea. Master Wu placed his hand on his back to comfort before speaking out, "You have a good heart, strong-willed and protective. Niel sees something inside of you to want to wait for you. You had been gone but you were still in his heart, he deeply cares for you and you do aswell," Alec looked down, listening to the wisdom of the old master, "You may choose to be a ninja, you may want to go through the rigorous training, maintaining and responsibilities of a ninja but that may not be the answer to resolve your problems but the only thing that will help you, is enjoy the current time you have with him to catch up with what you missed and build upon today for the future." Alec picked up his tea again and finished it in a single gulp. Wu removed his hand before pouring him another cup, "But, if you wish to become a ninja, you may not be ready in your current situation. Maybe, one day, you will become a great warrior." Alec looked up to him, "But will you be here?" Master Wu chuckled before standing up, "Most likely not. But, the person most significant to you, may be your best teacher. As iron sharpens iron, brother sharpens brother." Alec mumbled out, "Lover sharpens lover." Master Wu smiled before saying, "You are learning quickly. You will be a great ninja." And with that, he left into the darkness. Alec walked back to his room, the words of wisdom lifted the heavy feeling from his shoulders. Alec was confident on what he wanted to do next and he went to bed, feeling relaxed and grateful for his words.