Christmas with the Ninjas
Hey guys! It's finally winter break & I can start writing my Christmas story! XD
To start off, each chapter will star one couple and the end will have them all together! Also, this story takes place at least 3 years after the epilogue but first, here's Kai/Aria, who are (currently) the most popular couple on my new poll! Check it out & enjoy my newest story!
Chapter 1: Snuggling by the Fire
The normally arid lands around Villa Celestia became cool and windy in the dead of winter. The plains weren't covered in snow but it was pretty cold.
To Aria, the cold weather was a little uncomfortable but not to the point she shivered like crazy, unlike Kai if he wasn't the ninja of fire. Thanks to his element, the spiky-haired ninja was like a living walking heater and whenever the ninjas were cold, they would cling to him like a lifeline, much to his annoyance.
But those days of adventuring through Ninjago were long gone.
Three years have passed since the first anniversary of the Overlord's defeat and everyone were moving on in their lives.
The town of Villa Celestia was decorated with Christmas-colored lights and with an extravagant Christmas tree at the center. The Mediterranean girl sighed once she reached it.
This was where she literally bumped into the ninjas for the first time.
Aria brushed her now long hair out of her face. Her wavy dirty blonde tresses now ended at the small of her back and she always opted to wear it in a high ponytail so it wouldn't bother her as much as it would if she kept it down. She didn't necessarily dislike it but she planned to have it cut to her preferred shorter look. Kai didn't mind her long hair but even he thought that shorter hair was more suitable for the tomboy.
Aria enjoyed the holidays because she loved her family dearly and loved nothing more than just spending time with them and tonight will be no exception.
Today, the ninjas and kunoichi were invited to a Christmas party at the monastery tonight and of course their families and friends can go too so the orange kunoichi was looking forward to it.
But there was also someone she can't stop thinking about…
'Kai…'
She felt a little bad for her boyfriend who had only his sister as his family and wanted to check up on him but not without telling her family.
"Papa," Aria spoke through her phone once her father picked up, "Is it okay if I go spend some time with Kai before the party?"
"Okay," Fortunately, Mrs. Fernandez approved of her little trip, "Just be back before the party."
"Okay. I'll see you later."
Once her father hung up, Aria whistled for Breeze, who arrived in no time.
"Let's see how Kai's doing."
The dragon of wind roared and took to the skies towards Ignacia.
Unlike Villa Celestia, there was a lot of snow in Kai's hometown and having grown up in a more arid climate, Aria wasn't exactly used to it and neither was Breeze.
The dragon snorted in discomfort at all the snow getting on its snout.
"Sorry Breeze," Aria apologized, "I'll let you leave once we land."
No sooner had they landed that the dragon flew off but not before nuzzling its mistress as if in a farewell gesture. The kunoichi of wind made a beeline straight for the blacksmith shop.
Once she rang the doorbell, Kai answered. He still opted to keep his spiky hair even after peace had finally arrived in Ninjago.
"Aria!" The fire ninja was surprised to see his girlfriend so suddenly, not that he minded.
"I came over to see how you're doing."
"Well make it quick. I hate the cold." Kai complained.
"Why does it matter to you?" Aria gave him a cross look, "You're the ninja of fire."
"I know but before, I hated it."
"Let me in, Kai. I know what'll cheer you up."
Once Aria got inside, she practically raided the kitchen and soon, the house was filled with the sweet scent of warm cinnamon and rich chocolate.
"What are you making?" Kai asked once the goodies were done.
"Cinnamon cookies and hot chocolate." Aria answered once she set the plate and mugs down, "They're my mama's recipes and one of my all-time favorites."
"I can see why." The fire ninja managed to get out as he stuffed his face, "They're good!"
"They're always good, no matter what time of year it is." The kunoichi of wind said as she also began to eat the cookies.
As they munched away on some sweet Christmastime treats, Aria tried to strike a conversation.
"Are you going to the party?" She asked.
"Of course," Kai replied, "I wouldn't miss an opportunity to be with my brothers."
"Yeah…"
It's been a while since the ninjas and kunoichi last got together and the Christmas party will be the perfect opportunity to catch up.
Once the couple finished the cookies and hot chocolate, they soon found themselves in front of the fireplace which already had a warm fire thanks to Kai's powers.
"How's your family doing?" Kai asked.
"They're doing fine. Bella's getting used to middle school and Tony's looking for a new job but generally speaking, things are going well."
"That's nice."
Aria felt Kai's warm arms wrap around her but she welcomed the notion and snuggled against his broad chest.
"How do you like to normally spend Christmas?"
"Usually, Nya and I just hang out with our parents but my favorite part was snuggling together by the fire but now, it's just Nya and me."
Kai's mentioning of his sister made the wind wielder realize the sister of fire wasn't around.
"By the way, where's Nya?"
"She left to be with Jay but she'll be back before the party."
"Really? You're actually letting her live her life?" Aria asked dryly.
"S-she brainwashed me!" The brother of metal testified.
"I'm not surprised!" The wind wielder laughed, her sky blue eyes twinkling with mirth. But even she knew about Jay and Nya's… recent 'change' in their relationship. What shocked the spirited girl even more was that Kai had nothing against it.
Looks like miracles don't just happen on Christmas…
The couple sat by the fireplace, watching the flames flicker and dance with the wind's direction, the perfect metaphor of their relationship.
It was no wonder why this was Kai's favorite part of celebrating Christmas…
"By the way, it must've been rough…" The olive-skinned girl said all of a sudden.
"What's been rough?" Kai asked.
"You know… Your first Christmas without your parents…"
"It was a very difficult time," The fire ninja sighed, "It was lonely without our parents, especially for the first time but Nya and I were always close and we had each other's back ever since."
"That's nice. I don't know what I'd do in your shoes. I love my family too much to imagine what it would be like to lose them."
"No one can live forever. Not even us," Kai responded, "But that's why we must make the most of today."
"Yeah…"
The two just snuggled together, the only sound being the crackling of the fire. They were happy being in each other's arms and Aria was already nodding off to sleep in the comforting warmth, allowing Kai to gaze at her peaceful form cuddled up against his figure. Even now, she still had her unique beauty that took hold of him ever since they first met.
But the red ninja was glad Aria visited him for a reason he has yet to tell her.
Hidden from his lover, Kai fiddled with a tiny box in his pocket. His relationship with the orange kunoichi was full of fiery passion but they didn't want to rush into something so big quickly. But having been in a relationship for a few years, he can't imagine life without her… at all…
These feelings that were once so strange and new to him were the flames of love being fueled by the winds the olive-skinned girl controlled. Kai toyed with the box again, feeling his courage increase. He always tried to come up with the perfect way to pop the question and with such a moment to themselves, especially on Christmas, now couldn't be more perfect.
Hopefully Aria's family won't get mad at him for this…
"Aria, I'm actually happy you came here because there's something I want to say to you."
The fire ninja moved so he was right in front of her, still hiding the tiny box from her…
"Aria Fernandez, I know we had a terrible start years ago and at first, we didn't really get along but during our adventures, I felt a spark deep within me awaken whenever you were around. I finally knew how Jay felt with my sister and it's moments like this with you that makes me wish time will stop. Aria, I don't want to be separated from you ever again."
"Kai, what are you saying?"
The fire ninja didn't answer, merely kneeling on one knee in front of his girlfriend, finally taking out the tiny box and opening it to reveal its contents.
Aria gasped at the beautiful piece of jewelry in front of her.
The ring was like no other because Kai made it himself.
Like his sister having slight control over fire, he had some control over metal and it proved to be quite handy in his job as a blacksmith. The little gold band had a twisting pattern like the flames dancing in the wind and in the center was a cluster of rubies and topaz to match their colors. It was as if symbolizing their souls becoming one…
Wait…
Was he actually…?
Aria was at a complete loss of speech but that gave Kai the opportunity to pop the question…
"Aria Fernandez, will you marry me?"
AAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH!
What will Aria say?
Find out when the ninjas & kunoichi head off to the party!
Also, if any of you are wondering about the 'change' with Jay & Nya, you'll have to wait until their chapter comes up to find out because I'm a horrible person! :D
Anyway, please review!