"A Place to Call You Mine"
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✧ Synopsis - You had known about the ninjas identities for months now, thanks to Kai's big mouth. Your only fear was putting them in danger for knowing, so Kai comes up with a plan. Bring you to the base.
Pairing - Kai Smith x gn!reader
W/c - 2.83k
Note - Just lots of fluff all around - you're friends with basically everyone - jay does NOT trust you at first but he comes around in the end dww - might be some grammar errors but hopefully I got them all
A/n - Just a short little story I wanted to put out bc I love kai. I was supposed to post this earlier but I rewrote this mid way into writing but finished it!!! :D
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Kai Smith has been your loyal, hotheaded boyfriend for almost two years. What you two had was raw. A relationship that started off as seat partners gradually shifted towards a loving and committed relationship. It something you developed throughout high school, a slow process that rewarded you both in the end.
Your relationship with Kai started off like a classic love story. You two met in some math class, algebra probably, in freshman year. You two sat together throughout the class mainly because neither of you understood anything. Thankfully, his friend Zane helped you both out with extensive tutoring every week. It was worth the extra time spent since you and Kai passed the class for the semester, all thanks to Zane. Eventually as you grew closer to the two you met their other close friends.
Kai introduced you to Cole during one of your study sessions with Zane in the library. You were seated beside Kai as Zane sat across from you with the new guy beside him. When you first met him, Cole gave off a "cool guy" aura to you. He had headphones on, a boombox at his feet, and rocked a AC/DC shirt.
"Oh {Name}, this is Cole by the way. He's our friend so don't mind him." Kai introduced you as you sat down. Cole waved at you politely before leaning back in his seat. "I won't get in the way of your study session. I'm honestly here to see if Kai actually pays attention."
"Kai has shown much improvement in his quizzes thanks to the sessions I provide."
"You're an angel, Zane. You actually proved that Kai has the ability to think of something else besides his hair." You're friendly jab at your friend earned a laugh from Cole as Kai looked at you in betrayal. From that moment on, you and Cole became good friends after that. You two actually realized you had history together the next day. What a small world.
From there, you met everyone else throughout the year. You met Nya during a science class you had together. She had instantly recognized you from her brother's description, he talked about you a lot apparently, so she asked you to be her partner. You had agreed because everyone in the class seemed to avoid you two. Nya made the boring labs so much fun. You remember clutching your stomach from laughter then retaining any information related to the subject. You two quickly became friends and soon introduced you to Jay.
He was the quiet type. Compared to the rest, he was more reserved then most. He had a talent for technical stuff and was apart of the robotics team alongside Nya. It took a while for him to warm up to you because he seemed cautious, like you'd suddenly turn against their friend group. Nya and Kai were the ones to try and convince him you weren't like that. You weren't like the rest.
"Say that all you want. We'll know what they're really like once they meet Lloyd." Jay had told them one day at their secret base. Kai had defended you throughout Jay's doubt, but he knew he wasn't wrong.
Lloyd Garmadon was the center of Ninjago High school drama and ridicule. People considered popular or losers would come together to torment Lloyd. It because his father was Lord Garmadon, the warlord who attacked the city. Of course, none of that mattered to you. Lloyd was a chill guy, not to mention an avid trading card collector like you. What you forgot to tell the others was that you and Lloyd were already friends.
You had met one weekend at a comic book store since you were in dire need of new trading cards. Lloyd had coincidentally been there for the same reason. You two had actually spent almost an hour going through each others collection. When you introduced yourself he had said his name and expected you to judge him for his heritage. Instead, you shook his hand and reassured him you didn't see him differently. He was a friend.
When Kai had spotted you and Lloyd in the library opening packs of trading cards, he watched you two from the side. For once, someone outside his regular group of friends didn't treat Lloyd like a monster. It was refreshing seeing Lloyd act like a normal teenager for once, something you were able to give him. He said nothing as he sat beside you, admiring the way your eyes lit up whenever you opened a card pack. Lloyd saw the look he gave you with a knowing smile.
The next day, Lloyd was walking with Kai towards school when he briefly mentioned you. "They're a great addition to the group. I see why you're fond of them."
Kai Smith was more then fond.
A year into the group, you settled in perfectly. During sophomore year, you actually helped Nya and Jay finally get together. You helped Jay get out of his shell more so he could ask Nya on a date, which ended up in Lord Garmadon surprise attacking the city. Besides that, the date went great. Jay started treating you like he'd known you forever. He was grateful you helped him get more comfortable in situations he used to be terrified of. It was also during this time you and Kai had grown closer to each other. From studying to hanging out at each other's house, you two became best friends. Eventually, as sophomore year grew go a close Lloyd tried to get you two together.
You learned later that you and Kai had both confided in your crushes for one another with him. There were so many times Lloyd wanted to blurt it out but Cole had suggested to let you two live in the moment. What ensued was months of "will they" or "won't they" that drove everyone crazy. The team called in for a meeting, to get Kai to ask you out officially.
Their plan was absolutely full proof. Kai would confess to you at the fair you all planned on going and you would say yes as Kai won you stuffed animals. But of course, there was always someone there to ruin a perfect day.
Lord Garmadon had shown up to the fair the same day the plan was put into motion. What's worse is that Lord Garmadon didn't even attack, he was there for the games and the rides. Everyone of course ran for their lives as Lloyd tried to reason with his father to go back to his island. "So it's a crime that a warlord wants to enjoy a nice Saturday at a fair? Seriously, grown up La-Lloyd?!"
"Dad not now…"
As Lloyd tried distracting his father, Kai turned to you. He explained how the day was supposed to be more romantic because he planned to officially ask you out. Kai handed you a red ring pop and got down on one knee. "{Name}, would you make the happiest guy in Ninjago City and go out with me?"
You laughed sweetly at his mock proposal, this was all too cute. "I'll gladly take your ring pop as a sign of my acceptance." He got up and slid the ring pop on your middle finger as you both shared a hug. Your friends cheered and even Lord Garmadon seemed sentimental, wiping his tears in Lloyd's hoodie much to the blonde's annoyance.
It was that very same day where he confessed to being the red ninja. You both sat in your room, living in the moment of being together when he had blurted it out. Sat on the bed, he looked nervous as you held in a laugh. "The red ninja? Right, and I'm the fairy godmother."
Kai scoffed, looking more offended than relieved you didn't believe him. "Is that so?" He held up his palm so flames could appear. You yelped, grabbing a cup from your nightstand to splash water over him to extinguish the flame. Kai couldn't help but burst out laughing as he explained that was his power, he could manipulate fire.
When you settled down, he conjured up another fire in his palm so you could play with it. His fire naturally followed your movements, like it recognized who you were. You steadily felt yourselves grow closer with his secret out, but he forgot one crucial rule he had.
No civilians could know their identities. Including you.
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You were running towards the bus station one Thursday evening. After spending the afternoon studying for trigonometry exam, you lost track of time in the library. It was a normal occurrence for you now, getting so concentrated on studying and losing track of time. You had to thank Zane for that since he had helped you develop studying skills that best fit your needs. He really was a super genius you glad you met all those years ago.
As you approached the bus stop, you got a message from your boyfriend.
Hothead❤️🔥 - Zane said you just left school. Are you okay?
Kai told you a while back that Zane had imported a tracking device on your phone per request. You didn't mind since it was for safety but it still surprised you how accurate that device was. You texted back as you sat on the bench while waiting for the bus.
You - Yeah. Busy studying but I'm heading home now.
You - Are you home yet?
Hothead❤️🔥 - I actually planned to meet you at your place. Bet I can get there before youuu
You - You're on. Loser has to make cookies for the winner
Hothead❤️🔥 - Deal. Can't wait for cookies
You chuckled while putting on your headphones as you got on the bus. The ride to your house wasn't far so you made it home quickly. When you arrived home, Kai was already there chatting with your mom without a care in the world.
"{Name}, honey. You never mentioned Kai was coming for dinner I would have made his favorite." You laughed as you set your stuff down and approached them. "He told me on my way here." Kai walked over to you to press a kiss on your temple. "Don't worry, Mrs. {L/n}. I'll eat anything you prepare." Your mom laughed as she ushered you both out of the kitchen while she finished up.
Your mom loved Kai, she thought he was a perfect match for you. She treated him like a son and welcomed him whenever he stopped by. Your dad was somewhat the same. At first, he was skeptical when you first introduced Kai. Your dad thought he was a bad influence but after some convincing from your mom, he gave Kai a chance. They bonded over their knowledge of forging since Kai's parents were respected Blacksmith's in the city. Now your father doesn't mind when he's around since he has someone to talk to about Blacksmithing.
As you sat on the couch with your boyfriend, his arm rested on the couch behind you. "You sure your parents are okay with you staying here this late?" He gently stroked your hair as he nodded. "Yeah. I asked for permission so you won't be getting any phone calls from my folks this time." You laughed as you leaned into him. The TV played a news broadcast about the Ninja squad in the background as you cuddled with your boyfriend. It was the same old story, reporters trying to figure out the ninja's secret identities. They were all completely off.
"Wait when Jay finds out who they think he is. These reporters say anything for views." Kai laughed as he pulled you closer to him. "It's better for us. The more far off they are the safer we get." You played with his hoodie strings as the news went on. You felt guilty about lying to your friends. You had to pretend you knew nothing about their secret when in reality, Kai told you everything. It felt like you were putting them in danger just by knowing. You shifted in your seat, sitting up. "That must make me a liability."
Kai sensed your hesitation and placed a hand on your cheek, turning your face towards him as he sat up with you. "Don't say that. We'll tell them I promise."
A small sigh escaped you. "When? We've been lying for months. It's not fair to them." Kai pressed his forehead against yours. "Then we'll come up with a game plan. A day where we can tell everyone at once." You nodded, his words relieving your worries. He pressed a quick kiss to your lips before getting up. "C'mon. Your mom is done with dinner."
"How do you-"
"I have other superpowers besides fire, babe." As if on cue, your mom appeared in the living room. "Dinners ready!" Kai gave you an I told you so look as as you rolled your eyes playfully and followed your mom towards the kitchen.
That evening, Kai had left with a bag of cookies and a plan to tell the others about your situation.
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"Kai cover their eyes!"
"It's okay everyone! I'll knock {Name} out and then we can gaslight them! Sounds good?"
"Okay nobody is knocking out my partner! Jay don't even think about it!"
"It's a precaution?!"
Kai's plan had ultimately failed the first time he tried it. A week ago, he got everyone together under the guise for a sleepover. It was the perfect plan until Lord Garmadon attacked again and everyone canceled because they were tired after the fight. Kai really had no other choice but to bring you to the base one day. He wasn't going to leave this off any longer.
Jay and Cole had initially freaked out. They thought Kai was completely crazy and tried to think of ideas to explain to you why they totally didn't have a secret ninja base. You had to be the one to break the news to them. "Guys calm down! Kai told me this was your base."
Jay scoffed. "Kai, seriously?! We had one rule!" You grinned at his words as Kai groaned. "Whatever grieves you have, take them out on me. They already know everything so I take full blame."
"Well of course we're blaming you!"
They eventually relaxed and welcomed you into the base. Nya had to calm Jay down which worked, but he was still mad at Kai for being reckless. Jay almost had a heart attack when you revealed you knew ever since the night Kai asked you to be his partner. Lloyd, being the wise leader he is, didn't seem all that angry. He only told Kai to be more careful with who he shares important information too. They were lucky you weren't some evil mastermind in disguise out to hurt them. You promised to keep their identities a secret and even let Zane scan you for dishonesty, he reveled himself as a robot which was so cool to you. When Zane confirmed you were telling the truth that seemed to do it for Lloyd.
"To be fair, I was going to suggest Kai should tell you about us being ninja. I guess he thought a head on that part." Kai was revealed he wasn't being executed for his slip up. It all worked well in the end.
After the interrogations, the ninja showed you around the base. It was as if this wasn't the top secret base for Ninjago's hero's but instead a regular spot to hangout, which technically it was. Everyone wanted to impress you with their gear and mechs so they showed you and made you pick out who was the best. Cole's mech was the winner since he could actually play music from it. Jay accused you of being biased since you and Cole had the same music taste. He knew that feature would boost his popularity score.
As the day went on, you settled in nicely into the environment that everyone quickly went about their day. Lloyd had challenged Jay to Mario Cart which was now the main event of the base with everyone crowed around the TV to watch. You found Kai on the couch and sat beside him, leaning your head on his shoulder. "Doing okay?"
He nodded as he kissed the top of your head. "Yeah. I'm happy everything turned out great. I really thought they was about to strangle me."
You laughed at that. "Jay was about too. But I think he understands now I wouldn't expose your secret." Kai nodded as he pulled you in closer, gently stroking your hair as you watched the racing showdown. It was nice knowing he had invited you into his world he thought he'd always have to separate you from. The base now felt complete when everyone was hanging out together.
You might not be able yell it from the rooftops, but knowing you could call him yours in the small circle you considered family was enough.
It was enough for you both.
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I'm gonna go crazy with platonic h/c I have cooking up. >:D
