After he saw Lloyd arrive from the portal before it closed, Sensei Wu greeted him with a hug and a proud smile on his face.

- Lloyd! - Wu said happily as he hugged his nephew, while he hugged her back.

- Uncle Wu! - They separated and stared at each other - Listen, I-I and the boys are sorry - he said looking at the others - Seriously, we did not want to disobey him, but– -

- No, Lloyd - Wu cut it off - I'm the one who should apologize to you. I shouldn't have ever thought that I could do this alone, going to the Never Realm on my own was not a good idea, now I know. I just didn't want any of you to be affected by another of my mistakes, but now I know that you were the only ones capable of saving Zane, I'm so proud for all of you -

- Good to know, Sensei - Lloyd smiled at his uncle fondly. Soon everyone else gathered again for a group hug. It was good for everyone to be home again, finally everyone was together.

After spending many days in the cold kingdom, it was good for everyone to finally return to a warm place, and if they were lucky, they would finally take a good rest days.

But from one moment to another, Sensei Wu cannot help but notice how his six students were still cold, but also somewhat injured and bruised in some areas of their bodies. Especially seeing that Kai and Lloyd were the hardest hit of all. He knew that the Never Realm was dangerous, it would be best if he took his students inside to tend to their wounds and give them hot food and drinks.

The boys wanted to start by telling Wu and Pixal everything that happened in the Kingdom, but Sensei Wu first ordered them to enter the monastery to start treating their wounds and, incidentally, offer them some tea or hot chocolate to remove the cold from their bodies.

- Go. Let's go inside everyone, they must be tired and frozen still, and possibly somewhat injured -

- But Sensei– - Cole started, but Sensei cut him off before he started speaking.

- No, it's an order. Let's go inside so that I can attend to them properly and incidentally, I will give them some tea and hot chocolate to take the cold off their bodies - Wu led his students into the monastery where he left them in the main room while now he and Pixal they were in charge of preparing some hot drinks.

After offering them the hot drinks, the ninjas were finally satisfied that at least they no longer felt the cold on their bodies, after that Sensei Wu began to tend to all the injuries of his students. A good time has passed since Sensei Wu felt useful to his students, and he felt good again to be taking care of them again as in the past.

Now they were all resting in the main hall of the monastery and with some blankets wrapped around all of them, it was quite a pleasant moment. Jay and Nya were curled up on the same couch together, Kai, Lloyd, and Zane were on the three-seat couch, and Cole was on the one-seat couch as he pulled his blanket over himself. They were all exhausted, injured and still cold but they knew that very soon everything would be fine, since they were now home.

Now that everyone was fine, it was time for everyone to tell Wu and Pixal everything that had happened in the Kingdom of Never, they began when they fell from the sky and found the fishing village of Sorla, the kind woman who welcomed them and He gave them shelter to later find Zane, apart from that, Zane also explained why he lost his memory and how he had come to the kingdom, they also talked about Krag and how Lloyd met Akita and Kataru. They also talked about the ice samurai warriors and how Vex tricked everyone and manipulated Zane so that he could fulfill his wishes for revenge, even Kai bragged about how he regained his powers and how he defeated the ice dragon.

To the Sensei it seemed incredible and at the same time disturbing to hear about everything that had happened in the Kingdom of Never, but the most surprising thing was that the Kingdom had a very different time system than Ninjago, a day or maybe a few days in Ninjago meant decades in the Neverland Realm, it was no wonder why Zane got corrupted by the staff of Forbidden Spinjitzu.

But the ninjas also confirmed to Sensei Wu that the Never Realm was not as dangerous as he thought, of course, it had its dangers but what realm didn't? After all, danger is everywhere, and even kingdoms.

- And Sensei Wu, he must have met Sorla, she was an incredible woman, she helped us a lot and gave us shelter in her village, and to return the favor, the boys and I helped her defend her village from the ice samurai, and Kai I give them even more fire than they had - Lloyd said while still being checked by his uncle, since he was one of the most affected.

- It's true, he gave us a lot of good advice not to give up. He was very helpful to us - Nya said as she was checking Jay for any wounded lagoon.

- It's good to know that at least someone was helping them, and not just her, as they told me they had more allies. Shapeshifters Akita and Kataru right? -

- Yes, Akita could transform into a three-tailed wolf and Kataru into a big bear -

- I did not think that the Kingdom of the Never had life, my father always told me that it was a dangerous place, but I suppose it was in ancient times when I visited the Kingdom - Wu admits as he wraps the last bandage on his nephew's arm - Good, then they tell me the rest of the story, now what they need is a good moment of rest. By the way, Kai, come with me so that he can better check your wounds -

-Okay, Sensei Wu, I'm fine, there's no reason– - but before Kai finished his sentence, Sensei Wu cut him off in song and turned towards him.

- Don't think I haven't noticed your injuries and your slight limp, Kai. You should know that I am very good at noticing someone when they are hurt. Also, I would like to talk to you in private, I want to ask you a few questions -

Having no choice, Kai got up from his place and followed her sensei into the room that had named her as an infirmary. Besides that, the boys had also noticed Kai's slight limp as he walked and followed Sensei Wu outside. A knot of concern grew in Nya's chest as he remembered the cause of her injuries.

As soon as they reached the infirmary room, Sensei Wu ordered Kai to take off the back of his gi while Wu went to get some bandages, gauze and ointments for his student. Concern rose inside Wu when he saw the serious injuries on Kai's back, and seeing how he took off his gloves revealing serious burns worried him even more, that he had those serious burns meant that he used his powers to the fullest, it also meant that he has fully recovered his powers. It was at least knowing that the wounds would not be permanent damage and that they would have a healing remedy, it was something that comforted Wu.

- Your injuries look serious, but nothing that time does not heal, you were lucky that your hands were not completely affected by the burns you have - Wu said as he began to treat the wounds of his fiery student.

- Yes, I think I was risking too much using my powers and trying to face a huge ice dragon - Kai laughed sarcastically as he tried to take the pain from his injuries, at least the ointment relieved some of the pain of the.

- It's good to at least know that your powers returned, Kai, I thought you would never get them back, I was even beginning to worry. But you should know that if you push them to the limit, it can bring disastrous consequences, the same happens with the elements of others - he said as he began to bandage Kai's hands.

- I may have risked a lot by using my powers like that, Sensei, but I don't regret having done it. If I hadn't used my powers in this way, the ice dragon would have destroyed Nya, Jay, Cole, Krag, and me as soon as it backed us against the wall. But from now on I'll be more careful, Sensei, I promise - saying that, Kai saw how his sensei let out a slight sigh, at least satisfied to hear that promise.

- I'm glad to hear that, now just try to rest, and I mean it -

- Yes, Sensei Wu, don't worry, after all now more than ever I would like to be resting without doing anything else -

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After nightfall, the other ninjas were now sleeping soundly in their rooms, all except for a certain nindroid who was outside the monastery as he sat on the small stone stairs at the entrance.

Zane was still reflecting on everything that had happened in the Kingdom of Never, a nostalgic feeling immediately invaded him when he saw the skies of Ninjago, in the Kingdom he had to live hidden and never saw the skies of the Kingdom, he missed seeing too much the stars of Ninjago, but unfortunately his memory was erased by Vex, and for that reason was that he began to follow his orders, he fulfilled all his whims and his revenges, whether against the people of the Shape-Shifters or the other villages of the kingdom. He was reaped by the power of the Forbidden Spinjitzu that never measured the consequences of his actions, he no longer even heard the voice inside him, he only listened to Vex and no one else.

He found it quite impressive to see that the inhabitants of the kingdom did not fear him once he returned to normal and regained his memory, nor was he hated by King Grimfax, he knew that Zane was not to blame, all the fault was Vex, Zane He knew that only Vex used it to clean his hands of his own crimes, the man had been so full of hatred and lies that he used Zane as an excuse to evade his crimes. But everyone knew that Zane was not to blame for everything bad that had happened in the kingdom, he was just one more victim of Vex's lies, many believed that exile was a lesser punishment for that man.

But innocent or not, Zane still felt guilty for everything bad that happened in the kingdom, he may never forget his actions but at least it is good to know that he was finally freed from the influence of Vex.

But what worried Zane the most, was the fact that he hurt his friends, he hurt Lloyd, and his dragon hurt Kai and other people, it was a miracle that he regained his memory when he heard the word "protect" as that made him regain his senses and prevent further misfortune for Lloyd and the others.

But he still thought that his friends would never understand him when feeling corrupted by someone and by a powerful object, he even feared that this would happen again in the future. But at least he comforts her knowing that everyone is fine now and that they are finally home.

- Getting up late huh? - A voice suddenly came from behind him and made Zane snap out of his thoughts. Turning to see who it was, she discovered that it was Kai, who was now wearing his pajamas. But the bandages on his arms and the gauze on his face were still showing.

- Kai, I thought you were already asleep like the others - Zane wondered since when Kai was there behind him.

- The bandages itched a lot, so I couldn't sleep -

Hearing about the bandages, suddenly Zane your flashes on the ice dragon, Boral, that's what several called him, the dragon was the main cause why Kai was injured and Kai had already faced him twice, it is good at Less knowing that he defeated him, not without first getting hurt in some way. He even thought about Lloyd, Zane knew that he hurt Lloyd himself, maybe that helpless look that Lloyd showed when he was defeated would always torment him.

Kai could see the concern on Zane's face.

- I know that look, you're worried about something, right? -

Zane tried to avoid answering, but when it came to Kai, it was inevitable to answer him - It's just that... - Zane was afraid of what Kai would say, what would he start with? How to tell his fears to his good friend? - You know? It's confusing -

- What? - Kai asked as he sat next to his friend.

- Everything that happened in the Kingdom of Never, in what I did or what I did not do rather well. I still feel like it was my fault, I let the Vex control me easily, and let the staff of Forbidden Spinjitzu corrupt me, I didn't even stop to think for myself, all I did was fulfill Vex's wishes, all to fulfill the revenge on him -

- I know I told you many times in the kingdom, but I will tell you again so that this fits in your metal head. Everything that happened in the kingdom was not your fault, on purpose or not, your actions were manipulated by Vex, and the scroll corrupted you more, it was not your fault that your memory was erased, it was all Vex's fault - Kai says firmly to the place his hand on Zane's shoulder - But it's all over, forget that and start living in the present and not in the past -

- Even if you say it's not my fault, I still feel it is, and I don't think I'll get rid of those bad memories. My powers hurt many people there, including you... All for being under the control of a man full of revenge, fear and anger, and of an object that was too powerful and dangerous at the same time -

Hearing this, Kai had a slight deja-vu, saw himself back in Chen's hall of worship and saw himself holding Chen's staff of elements.

- If it's any consolation, I know how it feels to be under the control of someone and a powerful object -

- What? - Zane looks at Kai confused.

- Do you remember when we were on the island of Chen? -

- Yes - Zane states as he kept looking at Kai.

- After Chen took away our elemental powers, Chen offered me a place in his army, all he had to do was betray Lloyd and you so that he could win the tournament -

Betray them? Kai betraying them? That was something Zane couldn't believe, he knew Kai, and he was the most loyal person he had ever met.

- Obviously I refused, but if I wanted to save you, I had to make Chen believe that I betrayed you, and thanks to the help of Skylor I stole the scepter from Chen, but when I touched them, something powerful, and dark, grew within my. I was no longer myself at that moment, I was another person, a horrible person, began to destroy everything in my path, but nothing hurt me more than seeing the scared faces of Lloyd and Skylor, almost and Zane destroyed them - says Kai with a Neutral tone, but I try to be strong so that dark memory doesn't haunt him forever.

Hearing that, Zane had a glimpse of Lloyd, half frozen and with a pleading look towards him.

"Zane, please..."

Loyd's aching voice would haunt him forever.

- But I didn't, I regained control of my body and destroyed the scepter. I had to put up with Lloyd's hatred of me because he thought I had betrayed them, but he understood, and he forgives me. He did the same to you, he knew you were not to blame for what happened in the Never Realm -

- I never heard that story from you after we defeated Chen, I know that Chen captured Lloyd, but I never believed that you ... well, I didn't think you were capable of making such a dangerous plan -

- Yes, I know - Kai admits - He's right about something, Cole, my plans are the worst of all, very risky - when he says that he laughs a little.

Zane laughed too.

- You are the first to say this, Lloyd and Skylor know it too, but I asked them not to mention about that event with anyone, not even with Nya, since I feared what she would think of me if I told her that - sighing deeply I look with sad eyes to Zane - We are truly sorry, Zane, and I say it for everyone -

- What are you talking about? You're not to blame for anything, "Zane says quickly.

- For having taken so long to rescue you, if we had not taken so long to go to the Kingdom of Never, maybe we would have saved you from Vex before -

- You are not to blame for anything, Kai. They did not know that the kingdom worked in a different way. And honestly, one day here, it was like decades in the Never Realm -

- Yes, well, I think you're right -

Zane now felt better than ever, talking to Kai maybe the best thing that happened to him. He must admit that Kai has the incredible gift of making people feel better.

Now that guilt was slowly fading from Zane.

- Thank you, Kai - he says, hugging him a little.

- No need, brother - Kai says happily as he hugged him back -How about we go in and talk a little more with some hot chocolate? -

- That is a good idea on your part - Zane smiles as he and Kai get up and enter the monastery.

The guilt may still remain on both of them, and more on Zane, but it's good to know that they weren't alone, since they are all finally together, and that was all that mattered.