Jessica's P.O.V.
As always, I woke to the sun shining in my room. I smiled, looking at Celeta. At least the sun hasn't changed.
Yes. It seems little else has been brought over, however. Celeta remarked. I sighed.
You can't just give something to hold on to? I muttered. Never mind, don't answer. I'm going for a run.
Fine. I'll tell Cole when he wakes up. Celeta replied. I snorted.
Do you ALWAYS have to tell him where I am? Since Cole and I had started dating, Celeta had linked our minds and sometimes would talk to both of us. But now, she's been reporting my whereabouts. Not letting her answer, I walk outside and take off, my bow strapped to my back.
No one's around, so I slid down the anchor and head into the surrounding forest, setting up targets for my shooting. It feels nice, being on my own without a care in the world.
Wish that were true. I mumbled to myself. One slip and I could have everyone on my tail.
Enola's P.O.V.
Yawning, I got up. Looking around, I realized, for once, I'd actually managed to get up early rather than sleep in like I normally do.
After a quick shower, I found Nya on the deck, helping Jay fix the sparing bot. "Is it back to normal?"
"Nope." Jay sighed. "I don't get how it got so messed up."
"Neither do I." Looking around, I smiled. "Clear skies. I'm going to test fly."
"Be back soon. Breakfast is an hour." Nya reminded.
Nodding, I released my wings and began flying. The ship was just above a forest, so I had plenty of time to work on my maneuvers. Loop-de-loop, flips, anything I could think of.
I was about a mile out when I noticed something. Squinting, I saw Jessica practicing with her bow on some targets. Some were fifty yards away, but she was hitting bull's-eyes each time. She's really good.
"Enola?" Kai's voice came through my ear com, and I smirked.
"Lemme guess, breakfast?" I asked, realizing I'd lost track of time.
"Yeah. By the way, have you seen Jessica?" Kai asked. "She's not on the ship."
"I got it. I'll come back with her." I dived, going to tell Jessica. Unfortunately, she didn't hear me, so I got a decent surprise.
No P.O.V.
Jessica was lazily practicing when she heard wings flapping. She looked up and panicked, not recognizing Enola. She drew and shot in a matter of seconds.
Enola only saw the arrow a few seconds ahead of time. She dodged as fast as she could, and just barely the arrow passed by safely. "Could you not shoot me?" Enola said, sighing as she landed in front of Jessica.
"You can fly?!" Jessica said, her mouth open.
"You're Lord Garmadon's daughter?" Enola pointed out, and Jessica shrugged.
"Touché." She admitted. "So, why are you here?"
"Breakfast. Come on, I'll let you hang on." Enola offered.
Jessica shook her head. "Nah, I'll run." Shrugging, Enola took off, and Jessica followed.
This dimension is full of surprises. Jessica muttered to Celeta.
Personally, I find it interesting. Celeta replied.
Approaching the ship, Jessica slowed and climbed the anchor up, finding Enola already there and holding a plate of food. "I thought you'd want some, since the guys normally finish it."
"Thanks." Jessica wolfed it down then looked around. "Where is everyone?"
"Since the whole 'Overlord' thing, they've been taking more time off. If I know them, they're in the game room." Enola answered.
Sure enough, the boys were there, playing a tournament. Enola yawned, sitting down on the couch, and was soon joined by Kai. Jessica sat by Cole, trying to pay attention. She tapped into their mental link, and was surprised at his thoughts.
Die already, Zane! No, NO, don't use your special move- AH SHIT, come on! Cole muttered.
It's just a game, Cole. Jessica told him.
I have to beat these guys! In our dimension, I was champion, so I have to prove myself! Cole said, clearly annoyed.
Come off it. Jessica turned around, and was surprised to find Enola snuggled next to Kai, who was nuzzling her neck. Okay, maybe this one is sweet. She conceded to Celeta.
See? You're becoming more accepting. Celeta chuckled, and Jessica rolled her eyes.
Once the guys finished their match (Lloyd won, and did a victory dance which Jessica taped and put on the Internet immediately), Jay looked at their DVDs. "How about a movie?"
Everyone else nodded, and Jay blindly put in a movie, which ended up being 'Psycho'. It started out fine, but by the first half hour, everyone had shifted, minus Zane. Lloyd was huddled in a corner, terrified, Enola was being held by Kai tightly, and Nya was holding onto Jay.
Jessica, however, was sitting in Cole's lap, hands under her chin while Cole rested his head on hers. This is horror?
Cole gave her a mental shrug. I guess.
Jessica snorted. You'll find way more terrifying stuff in Dusk Forest!
Cole shivered. Don't remind me.
Jay saw how calm Jessica was being, and decided to prank everyone. After warning Nya, he exited the room. Once Norman had killed Arbogast, Jay jumped inside, yelling "BOO!"
The effect was instantaneous. Enola yelled, grabbing onto Kai, Lloyd screamed in terror, and even Zane looked scared. Jessica, however, calmly paused the movie, punched Jay in the face, exited the room, and came back with duct tape she used to tape Jay to a bean bag and taped his mouth shut. Once completed, Jessica settled back in Cole's lap and pressed 'play' on the remote.
Jay tried to speak, but after mumbling once without looking Jessica said, "Try to speak and I'm not releasing you."
Everyone else besides Cole was so surprised they didn't release Jay until the movie had ended. Once the full effect sunk in, Enola, Kai, and Zane burst out laughing and even Nya cracked a smile.
"You got served." Kai teased, and Jay looked at her helplessly. Nya finally cut the duct tape, and Jay sighed.
"What was that for?" He asked Jessica, who snorted.
"You tried to prank me. I suggest no one else try, because the results will be similar, just much more humiliating." Jessica informed the others, who nodded.
Lord Garmadon and Misako came in. "We heard screams. Is everything alright?"
"Jessica duct-taped Jay to the wall." Enola said, trying to regain her breath.
Misako looked at Jessica, then Lord Garmadon. "She's definitely your daughter."
A part of Jessica's heart throbbed. Not really. She said sadly.
Celeta and Cole immediately tried to comfort her. You know they're doing their best. Celeta insisted, but Jessica still seemed depressed.
Jessica, you'll be okay. You're just getting used to this. Cole pointed out.
I guess. Jessica murmured.
That night...
Jessica tossed and turned, her dreams haunted by a dark version of her father, laughing in her face. Finally Celeta woke her, and despite the headache and little sleep Jessica had, she managed a thank-you.
Maybe I just need some fresh air. Jessica told herself.
Going outside, Jessica was surprised to find Enola already there, leaning on the rails. She was debating leaving her alone or waiting when Enola said, "Jessica, I know you're there."
Jessica smiled. "Couldn't sleep."
Enola nodded. "It's been the same for me recently." She sighed, thinking back to the letter she'd gotten. Was it really just two days ago?
"So, how could you tell?" Jessica asked.
"Of everyone I've ever met, your nightmare is one of the darkest." Enola closed her eyes, and Jessica covered her mouth.
Fuck. She muttered to Celeta. She knows.
"And whose is darkest?" Jessica asked slowly.
"Mine." Enola said quietly. "Odd, I was called Mistress of Nightmares yet I can't even control my own." She chuckled softly.
"I know the feeling." Jessica said. "I'm guessing you know?"
"About what?" Enola raised her eyebrow. "The only shadow I've ever probed was Kai's, and I had to remove it first."
Good. We're still safe. Celeta noted.
But for how long? Jessica asked.
"By the way, nice job with Jay." Enola said, holding back laughter.
Jessica snorted. "I warned him... Well, the other him."
"That's enough for me. Night." Once Enola had left, Jessica sighed.
Do you think she could read my mind if she wanted to? She asked.
I doubt it. Celeta replied. Personally, I'd like to see your nightmare. Your dreams seem much more interesting, though.
Celeta! Jessica shouted, horrified. What did you do?
I was bored, so I peered into your mind while you slept. I didn't see much. Celeta assured.
Jessica shook her head. Never, ever do that again. She muttered, going back to her room and falling asleep.
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