Hey, guys. This story is based off a real life experience. I am dedicating this story to Coco for being there when I needed him most. This story is also being dedicated to all those who are suffering from depression. I hope you enjoy.

I sat on the edge of the news building. Lights shinned in my face, and I wished nothing more then to close my eyes. New Ninjago City had once again been built back up. The golden armor had been taken away.

The aftermath of Zane's funeral had been devastating, confusing, and terrible. So many people pretended that they understood. They thought they knew what had happened. They didn't even know him.

The lights from the surrounding buildings were bright. My feet dangled in the cool breeze. The drop down was long… winding… an option? Maybe. I ran my fingers through my hair. The pain in my heart was so unbearable that I almost cried out.

Instead I swung my feet slightly. Down below, a girl's laughter was carried through the wind. I spotted the couple, and watched as they disappeared around a corner.

I sighed. I should be going back to the dojo now, the others would be looking for me.

But, Zane had been captured. Captured by the strong arms of death. Did he get lost in the cold embrace?

"Hey, Lloyd." Kai said, sitting down next to me. "I was wondering where you disappeared to."

"Hi, Kai." I responded. "I just needed a moment to think."

"Well, if you need anything, I'm here to help." Kai said with a smile and a nod.

"Kai…" I started. The explanation was on the tip of my tongue. But, he wouldn't care. I'd only burden him more. He must be grieving too. I had seen him staring out windows, and getting lost in thought.

"Yes?" Kai asked offhandedly.

"Can I ask you a question?" I asked.

"Sure. Ask me anything, I'm open to listen." Kai responded. My chest grew warm, but stayed cold. Did he actually want to listen, or was he just saying that?

"Kai, I…" I stopped, looking for words to explain it. "I don't know how to phrase it."

"That's alright, take your time." Kai said. "It is a nice night out."

"I don't know, this depression thing can be confusing." That got his attention. He looked up at me in soft curiosity.

"Hm?"

"It's just that I can't explain it." I said. His reaction scared me. He was calm about it. Was he going to tell anyone? "I don't think I can explain it in a few sentences."

"That's okay, I understand." Kai said. "Think about how you feel. You don't need to say anything. Just put in in a way that you understand." Kai wrapped his arm around my shoulders, and I turned into his hug. I hadn't noticed the cold until I was wrapped in Kai's warm arms. "Just think about it. Then you'll feel better. I promise."

"Okay." I responded, breaking off the hug and shivering slightly.

"We should get inside." Kai said, standing. He held out a hand to help me get up.

I took one last look at the street below. The drop down was long… winding… and option? Not anymore.

I took Kai's hand, and left the edge of the building. We walked down the stairs together. And walked to the street. We passed the laughing couple.

The walk back to the dojo was silent, but I never let go of Kai's hand. He didn't back away. He didn't leave me. He didn't ask if I had told my parents. He didn't tell me that I was just playing around, though I don't think he noticed the scars.

We reached the dojo, and stopped outside. I let go of Kai's hand, and looked him in the eye.

"Kai…" I said.

"Hm?"

"Thanks."

Once again, I'm dedicating this story to Coco. I wouldn't be here if it weren't for him. I hoped you liked it.