Chapter 10? OMG! I guess it's time to–

Alex: Break down the fourth wall? Done!

Wilson: So this is what Morgan's head looks like.

Ryan: Not as roomy as I thought.

Lloyd: I know right!

Why does everyone think my head is empty?!

Joesph: Maybe because you spend all day watching TV, playing Minecraft, and writing stories.

…I'm done. *rebuilds fourth wall*

10. The Ninja of Fire

Kai walked into the throne room with Prince Lloyd. He was a witness to Alex's betrayal and the king wanted him at her hearing. Once Lady Misako was in here throne, the guards were in place, and Kai and Lloyd were on either side of Alex, Lord Garmadon stood.

"Alexandra, you have been accused of treason by General Kai," he said, his voice loud, powerful, and echoing off the walls. "You first tried to protect two of the members of the rebellion and then you allowed one to escape. How do you wish to defend yourself?"

"I'll admit," Alex started, "I did defend Wilson and Jay, but only because I was mad at Kai for butting in on my mission. I wanted to be the one to bring them in. Plus, they were the only two there. I saw no purpose in attacking them if they weren't all there."

Kai glared at Alex. He wondered if she meant it or if she was lying. He couldn't tell by the way she said it, and by the look on Garmadon's face he must've believed her. "Go on."

"I only allowed Jay to escape because he knew where the rest of the rebellion leaders were," Alex continued. "I figured if it seemed like I was trying to help him escape, he wouldn't think twice about going to where ever the rebellion was."

Kai couldn't believe it. She was either really sick and twisted inside or a pretty good actress.

"Now that's good thinking," Lloyd said, probably to himself.

"I'll say," Kai muttered

"Garmadon," Lady Misako said, "Alex has explained herself and I believe her. If you still insist on punishment, I suggest grounding her for a week."

Lord Garmadon shook his head. "Alexandra, you will come up with an excuse for how you were able to "sneak out" again, and then you will go back to spy on the rebellion."

"Permission to speak?" Kai asked, anger bubbling inside him.

"Go ahead, Kai," Garmadon said.

"How do you know Alex isn't just lying to us so she can continue plotting against you?" Kai asked.

It looked like Garmadon took that into consideration. "Kai does have a point, and I should trust my general," he murmured.

"So what? I'm you're daughter! Why don't you trust me?" Alex exclaimed, then quickly covered her mouth.

Kai stared at Alex for a moment. She was usually quiet when in her father's presence and that was the first time she had an outburst like that. He looked around. Everyone else seemed stunned too.

Alex took a deep breath and kneeled. "Father, I apologize for my outburst," she said, closing her eyes. "I did not mean to disrespect you or Kai. Please forgive me."

Garmadon took a step down from his thrown and over to his daughter. "You are forgiven, but remember that is strike two. One more slip and you will receive punishment. I don't like having to punish my only daughter, but I will if I must."

"Understood," Alex said, rising back to her feet. "Thank you." She opened her eyes and it was clear her gaze met Garmadon's crimson stare.

"Everyone is dismissed. I'd like to speak with my wife alone," Garmadon said.

Kai walked out with Alex and Lloyd. The young prince seemed a little excited about something. "Alex! Do you think maybe you could get me a suvinier from all your spying?" he asked. "Like, one of their weapons? Maybe a camera?"

Alex stifled a laughed. "Yeah, I'll be sure to get you something."

"Lloyd, why don't you head out to the courtyard and I'll be there in a moment to show you my new sword. I need to have a word with Alexandra," Kai said.

"M'kay," Lloyd said, heading off to the courtyard.

"What do you want, Kai?" Alex asked coldly.

"Just know, I'll be watching you," Kai said.

"Wow, stalk much," Alex muttered, turning to her bedroom door.

"I mean, if you don't come back everyday, I'll be taking matters into my own hands," Kai warned.

Alex stared at him for a moment, her emerald eyes seemed to glow in the castle's light. "You do that Kai," she said, "meanwhile, I'll actually be doing what I'm suppose to be doing." She turned and went into her room, shutting the door behind her.

Kai rolled his eyes and headed towards the courtyard, stopping at his room to get his golden sword. He walked out to the small area where Lloyd was. The army used it for training on week days, but it was Saturday so unless Garmadon commanded otherwise, the army was taking a break.

"Cool sword!" the green-eyed prince said.

"Your father gave it to me," Kai said.

That wasn't really true. Kai was going through the weapons' room when he found a small door to a secret room. Curiosity had taken over and he went in. The sword was just hanging on the wall so he took it. It had been covered in dust so obviously no one had used it.

Kai looked down at the sword before flipping it up in the air and then catching its hilt as it came back down. The sword began to glow a little.

"Woah," Lloyd said, staring at it. "Does it have any magical powers?"

"I doubt…well maybe," Kai said. Sure it seemed irrational, but it really wouldn't surprise him. "Do you wanna help me find out?"

"Yes!" Lloyd took no time before answering.

Kai focused on the sword for a moment. He turned to the dumbies that were used for practice. He swung the sword at one. It just hit it like a regular sword would've. He swung it again and the sword began to glow again. A smiled crept on his face after swinging it the fourth time. The sword burned brightly and the dumby caught on fire.

"Cool!" Lloyd exclaimed. "Your sword is awesome!"

"Yeah it is!" Kai said. "Let's see what else it can do."

"I think you've found out enough!"

Kai froze up as he heard the king's voice. He turned to Lord Garmadon. "Uh, is something wrong, sir?" he asked.

"Yes," Garmadon said, "and we need to discuss it in private. Lloyd go to your room."

"But Dad–"

"Lloyd. Room. Now," Garmadon said.

Lloyd sighed heavily and headed back inside.

Kai watched the young boy go and then turned to the king. "So what's wrong?" he asked.

"Where did you get that sword and how were you able to use it?" Garmadon asked.

Kai swallowed hard. "I found it in the weapons' room. What do you mean how was I able to use it?"

Garmadon grabbed the sword from Kai's hands and he smiled. "It doesn't matter anymore," he said. He looked up at Kai and studied him. "Guards! Take General Kai to the dungeon. He is sentanced to death at noon tomorrow."

"What?" Kai gaped. "For what?" The guards grabbed his arms to restrain him.

"Kai, how long have you had this sword without telling me?" Garmadon asked.

Kai opened his mouth to answer but he closed it again.

"Hmmm, why do you think you were able to find it?" Garmadon asked.

Again, Kai didn't have an answer.

"Get him out of my sight."

Alex snuck down to the dungeon. Before she went to go find the rebellion, she wanted to see if William and/or Jay were in any of the cells. She stopped when she saw Kai. She walked over to his cell and he stood up.

"What are you doing here?" they asked in unison.

"Looking for Wilson."

"None of your business."

They glared at each other for a moment.

"Alex, I'm not sure that's a staring contest you want to even try. His eyes will burn through you."

Alex turned to see Wilson one cell down, reading a book. "Wilson! Thank goodness you're okay," she said, walking over to his cell. "Uh, did you really bring your book?"

"Yes," Wilson said, walking to the cell door while still reading. "Rebecca accidently killed her brother but she doesn't know he's her brother. It's obvious though by their resemblance and characteristics."

Alex nodded slowly. "Okay, great." She wasn't sure what Wilson was talking about, but she didn't really mind. She pulled out a bobby pin and picked the lock.

"You gonna let me out too?" Kai asked.

"No," Alex said simply. "Come on, Wilson. We gotta go find the others."

Wilson closed his book and nodded. He glanced to Kai. "The ex-general might rat is out," he mumbled.

"How did you even end up here?" Alex asked.

"I found a fire sword and your dad got mad or something," Kai replied.

Alex stopped. She stared at Kai. Did he just say fire sword? As in the Sword of Fire from Uncle's stories? she wondered. She remembered when she was younger and her uncle would talk about the four elemental weapons that his father used to create Ninjago. Her father claimed it was nothing more than a fairy tale, but how would Kai know it? He didn't so he couldn't be lying.

"Ninjago to Alex," Wilson said, saving his hand in front of Alex's face.

Alex blinked and returned to reality. "I'm sorry I was just…" She turned to Kai. "You found the Sword of Fire? It was in the castle the whole time?"

"Yeah," Kai said, "you know about it?"

"Wilson, there will be a slight change of plans," Alex said. "You get back to the rebellion and I'll take Kai to find my uncle."

"Are you sure that's a good idea?" Wilson questioned.

"Nope," Alex said, unlocking Kai's cell door, "but if what I think is happening is happening…Kai can't be dead for it."

"Thanks," Kai mumbled.

"Just remember if you think about trying anything then I'm going to have to turn you in," Alex added.

"It'll be hard to forget," Kai said.

"Good," Alex said, feeling like she was in charge this time. "Wilson, we'll find a way to contact the rebellion when we get to my uncle's. Hopefully he isn't too far from the kingdom."

"All right," Wilson mumbled, "but I make no promises Cole would be okay with this."

"I'm sure he can get over it. So let's go."

So, including this chapter, there are a total of 14,960 words. Let's subtract 2,000 for the A/Ns and titles…that's about 12,960 words, divided by 10…which is an average of about 1,296 words per chapter! So review!