(Okay, this is an entirely original chapter. Something very special~)

It's been a month since we had defeated the Preeminent and Morro has been imprisoned. Things have calmed down and it is very much need after that whole spectral fiasco. The team has been doing well as we have taken time for ourselves. Nya has been getting better at controlling her elemental powers, but she is still struggling with being an official member of the team. It makes sense since she was usually helping us from the sidelines or as Samurai X. But she's getting there. Slowly.

Zane, Kai and Jay have been doing fine too. Cole though has been getting used to his ghost self, but I can tell he wishes to be human again. I feel bad but so far with what I have researched about, there is no evidence or anything to help with that. But then there's Lloyd, he has started his training to become a master. I think he's starting too soon. He is still the youngest out of us, not to mention our leader and the fact that with the Preeminet having drowned, his father is... Anyway, he's pushing himself a little too much and I'm afraid he may end up hurting himself. (Man is doing too much. 😓)

"Sounds rough." I blink and look at Morro. Oh, right. I'm visiting Morro at Kryptarium Prison. He has been placed in a very special cell with around the clock surveillance and wearing special chains made from both Vengestone and Deepstone so he won't phase out of them or use his elemental powers. I look to see him playing with a deck of cards. I sigh, "Yeah, it's been a big change for everyone." I state. I use my powers to summon some purple wind to flip a card. (Wind power. Cool, huh? 😏) He flips one and places it on a stack. "Sounds to me that they keep moving forward, but struggle to accept what is the now." He says.

I groan and lean back, "Ya think? It's like sometimes I feel like I have to look after everyone. And don't get me started on the fact that Jay's feelings for Nya are bubbling to the surface. Again. Ever since the whole matchmaker thing, the two have been in a weird place." I vent. It feels like I'm always getting unnecessarily involved in love drama. But then my thoughts shift to Cole... that vision I had in the ice maze. Is it really... Real? (Hmmmmm~? 😚)

"Maybe," I pay attention to Morro as he speaks, "You need to do something for yourself. I spent my whole living life and most of my cursed life chasing after something to prove someone else wrong. And look where it got me." He says, holding up an arm as the chain attached to it rattles. I exhale softly, using my powers to flip another card. "Well, having grown up in an orphanage where everyone thought you were weird and leaving it to travel all around Ninjago, I often times take the saying, 'Never put off tomorrow what can be done today.' Too seriously." I state. (*Looks away and whistles innocently while flashing back to Season One.*)

It became silent for a moment until the doors open and I stand up, "Alright. Visitation hours are over." I hear Barnes say. I look at Morro and he collects the cards, "So, see ya next time." He says. I nod my head then walk off with Barnes escorting me. "I know you trust him, but we can't risk any chances with that guy." He says. "Understandable." I reply. (Very. 😌) Soon made it outside and I go get on my motorcycle, put on my helmet then rev up the engine and ride off. I need a break.

Third Person P.O.V.

The team were on Destiny's Bounty as it flies through the sky. Cole is currently with Wu as the two meditate. "Your new form can have advantages that can benefit in battle. However, you must accept it to truly master it." Wu says softly. Cole focuses but then his thoughts shift to (Y/N). He sighs and opens his eyes as he rests his hands on his lap. Wu opens his eyes to look at him, "Cole?" He says. "Look, Sensei, I appreciate these sessions, but I don't think I can focus right now." Cole states. Wu examines him then close his eyes and strokes his beard, "I see. Then we are done for today." He states, looking at Cole with sympathy. (He knows.)

Cole stands up then exits Wu's room as he walks to the deck. Upon arriving, he sees Kai and Nya sparring. He walks past them to see Zane standing at port side and stands next to him. "So, what you doing?" He asks the Ninjdroid. "I had just received a message from (Y/N). I am heading to the bridge to guide us to her location to pick her up." He says. "Oh. Great! Let's do that." Cole says cheerily, hurrying off to the bridge. Zane watches him then follows and the two soon make it to the bridge and Zane takes the wheel, taking it off autopilot as he gently turns the ship.

While Zane pilots the ship, he looks over at Cole as he finds him standing a little stiff. "Cole," Said man jumps, "Huh?" Cole responds. "You seem excited, but also nervous." Zane observes. "What? Naw. I'm just, uh, eager to have (Y/N)." He says. Zane looks at him with a neutral expression. "That came out wrong." Cole rubs the back of his head while looking embarrassed. (Not in some context.) Zane focuses back on steering the glances back at Cole, "There is nothing wrong with wanting to express affection towards someone you admire." He states bluntly.

"What?! Come on, wh-what makes you think that I- I mean, (Y/N) is cool, caring, strong... and amazing..." Cole stutters before drifting into an admiring tone. Zane smiles as he soon finds they are nearing the location and has the Bounty descend down. "Perhaps with the peace we have now, you can go out." He proposes. Cole blushes, which is a dark green tone in his ghost form. He sighs deeply, "But, I'm a ghost now. I don't even have a pulse." He says dejectedly. "That doesn't make you any less cared for. (Y/N) had provided a shield for you so you would not be taken away by water." Zane states. (The intelligent one makes a point.)

He continues, "You and (Y/N) have always had this connection. It is like me with Pixal. We understood each other... we are compatible." Pixal smiling at him in his mainframe. "I believe you should take the opportunity. It would be good for the both of you." Zane concludes what a smile. Cole looks at him in surprise then thinks about his words. The ship shakes a little as it lands, "Thanks for the pick up, Z." (Y/N)'s voice says through the coms.

Cole's P.O.V.

Maybe it's time I make a move. I make my way to the deck and right there, (Y/N) takes off her hood. The sun shines down on her and she looks... Breathtaking. "Hey, Cole." I shake my head to find (Y/N) standing in front of me. "Oh! H-Hey!" Crap, that was humiliating. She title her head and it is adorable. I clear my throat, "A-Hem. Uh," Okay. Don't back out. Just do it. "Sooooo, how are you?" Dang it! I mentally slap myself. "Okay. Morro's been behaving then had a little dealing with some thugs. They stood no chance." She says the last bit with a smirk. (Do they ever? 😏)

So cool~ NO! Focus. "Okay! So, you free?" I ask. "Well, yes. I'm thinking about taking things easy for a bit. Much needed relaxation." She says. Perfect! "So, would you... l-like to..." Come on! Just say it. "To..." She says slowly. JUST DO IT!!! "Would you like to go out with me?!?" Crap! Too direct. She blinks and leans back, and I wish I could bury myself. "I-I mean, like a date? NO! Not a date! Uh, more like-" I feel a hand on my mouth and I stop talking as I see (Y/N)... blushing?

"Yes." She smiles. She said yes... SHE SAID YES!!! (WOOO-HOOO!!!! 🥳🥳🥳🥳) I smile widely but compose myself and she removes her hand from me. "Great. So, uh, meet here at 7?" I ask her. "Yeah. Should I wear something nice?" She asks, holding her hands shyly. "Well, you look nice in everything." I flirt. Her eyes widen and look away bashfully. "B-But, we're off duty so, yeah. Something comfy." I clarify. "Okay." She says. "See ya at 7." She says, walking off.

I smile widely and place a hand on where my heart would be. "Wow." "GAH!" I jump and turn around to find Jay and Kai. "Wha-?! How long have you been watching?!? And how much did you hear?" I ask them. "Oh, enough." Kai responds with a smirk. "Uuuugh!" I hold my face in my hands. "Hey! Look on the bright side; finally making your move. The crystals are about to form!" I glare at Jay. "Look. I'm not in the mood for your teasing. This is gonna be a fine, no stress hangout." I state. "Suuuure~ Don't you mean da-" Ringing is heard and Kai takes out his phone. "Oh! Uh, gotta take this." He walks off. "Hey, Sky~" I hear him. (Ooooh~ 😙)

I roll my eyes, "He's talking about me going on a date and yet he is getting cold feet over asking his crush on one." I comment. Jay wraps an arm around my shoulders, "But what are we standing around for? It's two hours until 7:00! So we gotta bring some style to your afterlife!" He says. He walks off, but his arm goes through me. Whoops. He stops and looks back, "Uh, Cole, I need to guide you." He says. I roll my eyes but walk beside him and he wraps his arm around me again. "Now, let me make you feel alive! Well, actually, (Y/N) already does that." Oh, brother. (He ain't wrong, though.)

Third Person P.O.V.

(Y/N) is in her and Nya's shared room as she puts on some black boots. She looks at her mirror on the stand and looks at herself. She does not often dress up, but she wants this to be good. She has never been on a date before and she is very nervous. She is wearing a purple tank top with a black leather jacket over it, dark blue jeans with a tear on the right thigh and lower left leg, the black boots with laces tied tightly and a belt with a silver round clasp to keep her pants on.

She sighs and checks her braid but halts. "Ugh!" She looks to find Nya enter the room and Sam's the door behind her. "Uuuuh..." (Y/N) thinks about what to say, but feels Nya's frustrations. "You good?" She asks. Nya sees her then inhales deeply. She sighs, "Just," She then notices (Y/N) appearance. "Oh. You going somewhere?" She asks, walking over to stand beside (Y/N). "Well, yes. Cole asked me out on a date." She answers. "Oh. Wow. About time, huh?" Nya says, surprised but glad. "So, nervous?" She asks. No doubt remembering her first time on a date with Jay. (No doubt, indeed.)

"Uh, well, I thought since it is just us two, it wouldn't be so awkward." (Y/N) says, playing with her braid a little. Nya notices and smiles sympathetically, moving behind (Y/N), "May I?" She asks, holding her hands up. (Y/N) looks at her in the mirror and thinks for a moment. She rests her hands on her lap, "Okay." She agrees. Nya removes her gloves and carefully undoes (Y/N)'s braid then grabs the brush on the stand. She gently brushes (Y/N) hair, "Wow. Your hair is soft. I thought it, uh, wouldn't be." Nya comments, feeling a little embarrassed for saying it out loud.

"Well, it wasn't always. But after I started living with Wu, I took proper care of it. The greasy feeling is gross." (Y/N) says. (Yuck. 😷) The two talk for a while as Nya stylizes her hair. She soon pulls some back and made a little bun at the back of her hair while the rest rested on her back. "There. I'm not the best at hair, but I would say I did pretty well if I do say so myself." Nya boasts as she rests a hand on the stand and place one on her waist. (Y/N) holds a hand to the side of her head then smiles at herself, her gaze then shifts to the scar on her right cheek.

She places her hand on it, "It's exactly like the one in the maze." She thinks to herself. (Is it a sign? 🧐) "Hey." She jumps and looks at Nya, "I get how nerve-wracking the first date can be, but just be yourself. You and Cole already have a strong bond. And I know how happy you two will be." She says, smiling sincerely as the two look in the mirror. (Y/N) thinks over her words and smiles, "Yeah. Thanks, Nya." She says.

(Y/N) P.O.V.

I look at Nya and feel with my powers her... warmth mixed with regret. Oh, yeah. Her and Jay. I shake my head. No! Don't focus on that. I stand up, "Well, best get going." The ship shakes a little. "And we have landed." She says.

I leave the room and head to the deck. I see Cole standing at the rials and find that he is wearing different attire too. He wore a hoodie with dark pants and shoes. Even as a ghost, he still looks good. (No doubt about that. 😎) I walk over to him and he notice me. He smiles and I feel my face heat up but calm myself. "Hey." I greet shyly. "Hi, you look amazing." He says. Okay, my heart just jumped a little. I walk over to the rails, "So, shall we jump in?" I jump over the rails and land on the ground. Cole lands beside me, "Sure. Come on. I know just the place to start with." He says.

We were parked just outside of Ninjago City and start walking towards it. "So, no dragon?" I ask. "Eh, what's wrong with a little walk? You said you needed some relaxation." He counters. "Touché." I respond. We look at each other then laugh. Okay, this isn't so bad.

Third Person P.O.V.

Unknown to them, the rest of the guys were watching them from the deck. "Huh. Kind of weird seeing (Y/N) on a date." Lloyd comments, feeling a protective instinct. Jay sighs fondly, "She's truly growing up." He says. Kai rolls his eyes with a smile from Jay's words, "Well, I would say it's about time she took a break. I still got the bruise from our last sparring." He says, rubbing his side. Zane smiles at seeing Cole and (Y/N) walking together, "I would say they are perfect together." He says with a smile. "I happily agree." Pixal states with a smile of her own.

Cole and (Y/N) soon make it to the location and (Y/N) looks up at the building with a raised brow then slowly looks at Cole, "Really?" She asks. They stand in front of Mr. Chen's Noodle House. "What? They have good food." Cole defends with a smile. (Y/N) rolls her eyes but smiles, "Alright." She says. The two enter and sit down in a both, conversing as they wait to be served. "Two special dishes of noodles for two special people." The two look to see their server. And it is the owner of the food franchise: Skylor. (Hey, girl~ 🧡) She sets the bowls for the two, "Hey, Skylor. Wait..." (Y/N) looks at Cole with a knowing expression.

Cole chuckles as he grabs his bowl, "I may have took Kai's phone and called Skylor about making something special." He confesses. "I don't mind. These are on the house, but don't think the next ones will be." Skylor winks. (Y/N) smiles thankfully at her, "That's generous of you, Skylor, but still." She takes out some bills and offers them to Skylor. She denies them but (Y/N) insists and Cole watches as the two go back and forth for a solid minute until Skylor gives in and accepts the cash then leaves the two be. "You are pretty stubborn." Cole comments. (Y/N) slurps up some noodles and gives him a raised brow, "Says the Master of Earth, who is all about being immovable." She comebacks. (I worry for anyone that gets on their bad sides. 😅)

After eating their noodles, they leave the restaurant and walk throughout Ninjago City. The two soon come upon the park where Zane's statue resides, shining and sparkling from the lights lit up as night befell the land. Cole looks at it with a frown, "Man, I still remember how much it hurt." He says. (Y/N) frowns as she too remembers Zane's sacrifice. "They say the first time is the hardest, but... it is never easy when it happens." She stops walking as she looks at Cole.

She feels Cole's grief and takes his hand as the two sit on a bench. The sit and not speak for a bit, the sounds of the city filling the silence. After a few moments, Cole breaks the silence with a sigh, "I was little when it started." He starts. (Y/N) gives him her full attention. "My mother got sick, really sick. The doctors did all they could, but she wasn't getting any better." Cole holds his hands in his lap and looks down at them, "Before she was so full of life. I remember watching her and Dad dance together. They had such trust and love in their eyes that it always made me happy." He smiles as he recalls a memory of seeing his parents dancing.

(Y/N) feels his fondness but also his sorrow, "She was strong, caring and never afraid. But when she got sick and didn't get better, I realized she wasn't going to win." Cole close his hands as he closes his eyes, recalling the very memory. (Oh, Cole. 💔 😢) "I wanted her to get better but she said, 'we don't always get what we want.'" He says. (Y/N) notice his hands shake and rests a hand on his shoulder. It calms him and he takes a shuttering breath as he continues, "One day, I got into a fight because someone was being cruel. When I told my mother, I thought she would be disappointed. But instead, she sold me she was proud." He says.

"She took my hand and told me to always fight those that are cruel and unjust. I promised her I would." Cole states. He leans back and looks up at the sky, (Y/N) removing her hand as he moves. "When she died, it felt like I loss a part of myself too." He finishes. (Y/N) looks at Cole and shed a tear, his story touching her deeply. She wipes it away, "I... When Lou showed me the picture of him, you and your mother together, I understood what caused you both to drift apart from each other." She says.

Cole sighs, "Yeah." His eyes widen a little as he recalls the drawing, "And that drawing you drew, you didn't have to do that." He says, looking at her. (Y/N) moves a strand of hair out of her face, "I wanted to. I never knew what it was like to have parents. And... I guess one of the reasons why I was so against stealing the trophy wasn't only because it would be wrong without trying to win it, but also because your dad missed having you around." She confesses. Cole looks at her and sees her frown as eyes shine with tears in them.

(Y/N) feels his stare and glances at him then blinks away the tears. "Why did you tell me this?" She asks him. Cole reaches out and takes her hand, "Because... I feel like what I have for you is what my dad felt for my mom." He answers. (Y/N) looks at him in surprise and her face darkens with a blush. She feels her heart skip a beat as she looks at her lap. (Crap! My heart! 💘)

(Y/N)'s P.O.V.

Crap. My heart is beating so fast. Cole likes me like THAT? "It's cool if you don't feel the same." I look at him to find him with a sad frown, looking away from me. "I just wanted to let you know how important you are to me." Double crap. "YOU'RE IMPORTANT TO ME TOO!!" I shout. He flinches back. Shoot, too loud. (Way too loud.)

I take my hand back, close my eyes and inhale deeply to calm myself. I open my eyes and look at him, "I mean, the whole team is important to me because they're my first family ever. Zane is like a brother to me because we both know how it is to not be great at social cues, Lloyd is my little brother that I want to be happy, Kai is someone I like to dampen his flame when his ego gets to big, Jay is the annoying friend that I can't think of not having in my life, Nya is my close gal friend, but you..." I recall all the moments we had shared. The playful bickering, the comforting touches, supporting me, wanting him to know he is still valued after becoming a ghost...

I look at him, "You are... different. Not a bad different. I just..." I fiddle with my hands, feeling shy, "I never felt this way towards anyone. It's sudden and yet... natural." I confess. I glance over at him to find him looking at me, I look back at my hands again. "This has been nice. And I wouldn't mind seeing what else may come from this. If-If you want to continue this too." I say quietly. I hear chuckling and look to see Cole laughing. He looks so... happy.

"Of course I want to continue this. B-But we can take it slow. And if you are okay with me being a ghost." He says. I smile at him, "Must we have the 'you being valued no matter what you are' talk again?" I sass. (No. 🙂) He calms down and smiles at me, "Naw." We laugh together then look up at the sky. "So, are we like... dating?" I ask. I never dated before. "Hmm. How about, we see where it leads?" He says. I smile, "Then unofficially dating." I state. "Sure. That." He says. (Yay! 🎉)

We fall into a comfortable silence until Cole stood up. I tilt my head as I look at him curiously as he offers his hand to me. "Well, this may seem weird, but may I have this dance?" He asks. A dance? I remember back to the talent show. But this time, there is no trophy to win, snakes to fight against, and it's just me and Cole. I remember the lesson Lou gave me and now... Cole is offering me his hand. Who am I to deny this man a dance?

Cole's P.O.V.

She takes my hand. She took it! She gets off the bench and I guide her to a clear grassy area. I gently pull her closer, "So, you place your hand on my shoulder." I tell her. She does so, and I place my hand on her waist. Being a ghost can be annoying because I have to focus to touch stuff, but with her... I don't have to think at all. (So cute. 🥰)

"So, now what?" I blink as I look at her. I always thought she was pretty, but right now she looks absolutely beautiful. A soft glow on her face, some of her hair in front of her face and her recent scar on her face that makes her fiercer. "Hey, Twinkle Toes," She giggles and I blink, "Huh?" "Dancing?" She says. "Oh! Right." I must have looked like an idiot just staring at her. "Just some gently moving side to side." I say. "I like that." She smiles. So pretty.

And so, we gently sway to our own rhythm. All I care about is this amazing woman right here. She smiles at me and I feel myself become warm. Everything is perfect.

Until a phone rang. (Dang it.) "Uuuuugh." I groan as we separate and (Y/N) takes out her phone, "Hello?" She says into it. She pulls it away and winces as yelling is heard other line. "What? Jay- Slow down!" (Y/N) exclaims. Oh, boy. What happened for Jay to freak out like that? Now that I'm thinking about it, a few things. "Seriously?!?" I focus back on (Y/N). "Okay, we're our way." She hangs up the phone and sighs deeply. "Soooo, what happened?" I ask. "Let's just say, Kai touched something he wasn't supposed to." She replies. Oh, boy. (I don't even want to think about it. 😖)

"Come on." She takes my hand and pulls me close, I blush from that. She summons her Elemental Dragon and I place my hands on her shoulders as we fly off. "Also, we should hold off on telling the others. I want this to be just between us for a while." She says. I smile and lower my hands to be on her waist. "I don't mind at all." I tell her. There's nothing wrong with keeping this to ourselves for a while. In fact, I like having her to myself for a bit.

I wrap my arms around her waist. "Hold on." She says. I do as she says and she snaps the reins, her dragon flying up then diving down and doing a barrel roll. She laughs loudly, "I love flying!!" She exclaims. I look at her in absolutely awe. And I know I love her. (🖤x💜)

(Okay! I hope you all enjoyed this chapter. Season Six is next. Who's ready for some pirating? 🏴‍☠️ )