Hello guys! I really suck at updating.. sorry! This one has taken especially long because of a few family issues. The story is also winding down. That doesn't mean it won't be exciting though! See y'all next chapter!

Zexal walked down the hallways silently. He hadn't had much time to think over this whole ordeal. He neever really thought about who he was. Or why that guy made him so peeved off. The Overlord has told him not to think about it... but that's all he wanted to do.

He had even lied to his team. He had already reported to the Overlord earlier. Prisoners didn't interest his master. Yet... something felt good about disobeying his master. Zexal opened the door to his room and shut it behind him. He locked the door and then flipped onto his bed.

He knew that Zexal wasn't his real name. What WAS his name? Who WAS he? Who WAS his family? These were the things that he could just barely grasp.

'Come on... your stronger than this! Dig deeper. Dig... deeper.' Zexal thought. He strained his mind as hard as he could. He felt a burning sensation on his forehead but he kept pushing. It hurt. It really hurt. But he still tried.

Then, he suddenly got a rush. As if he had just broken through a barrier in his mind. It all flooded back onto him. It was a typhoon of emotions. Happiness, sadness, anger, frustration, pain, but mostly relief.

His name... IS Sterling Julien.

He... IS the Next Gen Ninja of ice.

His family... IS Zane Julien, Pixal Julien, Tera Julien, Damien Brookstone, Lilly Garmadon, Max Garmadon, Jayson Walker, May Walker, Sarah Flamely, Lux Julien/Lord, Haven Morrison, Barin, Asuki, Nashi Khan, Kal, Huntress/Rachel, and... Ty. Ty Flamely. His prisoner.

Sterling jumped off of his bed and walked to the door quickly. This just made his life a little more interesting. He knew how to beat the Overlord. It was up to him now. He could remember everything he did while being Zexal. Especially when the Overlord discussed some very... personal.. things with him.

Flashback

'Master? Why do you require me to be here?' Zexal asked blankly.

'Zexal... in a couple short months you've already become one of my best generals. I must confess with you. I'm dying... I won't be here forever. When I die I'll need someone to become the next Overlord. And I have made my decision... it will be you Zexal. My essence will transfer into your body.' The Overlord sighed.

Zexal's blank eyes stayed unmoving and he nodded slightly. 'Thank you master. You will not be disappointed.'

'I know I won't.' The Overlord hissed.

Flashback end

The Overlord is dying. He could stop it. He could end it. End his evil tyranny. But he would need help first.

Sterling turned and ran down the halls. He was headed for the dungeons. If anyone could help him it would be Ty and the Blades. As he made it to the stairway to the dungeon he heard voices.

It was hushed but he could hear Haven say, "I'm going to get you out of here." Sterling smiled and started down the stairs. He put on a serious face and then stopped at the bottom of the stairs.

Haven turned and took on a pale green complexion. "Uh.. um... yea, THATS TIGHT YOU NINJA SCUM! NO FOOD TILL MORNING!" She suddenly screamed at Ty.

Ty was confused at first but then fired back, "GET OUF OF MY FACE GHOST GIRL!"

Sterling walked over to Haven and Ty. "I heard the entire conversation... it's good to know I won't have to break this numbskull out of here myself." Sterling smiled and pulled out his keys.

"Zexal sir I can't le-"

"Come on Havey? Can you not just call me Sterling?" He said smiling. He unlocked the door and Ty pulled the blind boy into a hug.

"I love you man! How the heck are you not looney psycho right now?! Never mind, let's just get out of here." Ty said quickly.

Sterling was about to start walking when he felt something strange. It was the Overlord. But he sensed it too late. Sterling got a sharp jab to the stomach which made him crumple to the ground.

"Mmm... I'm disappointed in you Zexal. I really had high hopes for you. Oh well... looks like I'll have to find someone else to take your job after you're exterminated." The Overlord hissed. The Overlord raised his hands above his head and brought them down quickly. There was a bright flash, then everything turned black.

This chapter is so short! I'm really sorry!