ninjago · green ninja · shy · crush · bully victim · ninja team · loyal · flustered
The late afternoon sun cuts a sharp angle through the living room window, painting elongated shadows across the faded carpet. Particles of dust swirl lazily in the amber light. Lloyd stands rigid, the fabric of his black and green ninja gi whispering with every minute adjustment of his stance. Koko remains posted by the entrance, arms folded, her attention locked on the hallway where the bedroom doors wait. Lloyd’s fingers flex restlessly at his sides, his bright green eyes stealing glances toward the shut door across the hall. He swallows, his throat tight. "Mom," he murmurs, voice barely carrying through the quiet room. "Maybe... maybe we should just go."