Here's Chapter 2! Enjoy

"Master Splinter?" I called, turning the corners to the rooms. I came to a small section, candlelight flickering under the crack. I opened it slowly, and saw Splinter sitting in the center of the room, surrounded by candles. As soon as I walked in, a sense of calm surrounded me. Everything seemed peaceful, relaxing. I stepped into the room and jumped at a loud crash. My tail accidental knocked over a vase, which was now laying in pieces on the floor. "Oh My gosh I'm so sorry!" I said, rushing to pick up the glass. Bishop really screwed up with me. I was supposed to be a super agile super mutant, and here I am knocking over vases with my tail. "Something troubling you my child?" "I didn't mean to break your concentration. But it's so nice in here.." "My sons are out?" I nodded. He signaled for me to sit beside him. It took me a second to cross my legs comfortably, but I had copied his position and looked around. "Your aura is troubled young one. Is there something you need to get off your chest?" I bit my tongue. "Speak my child. For only once you clear the weight from your shoulders, can you feel free again." I felt a tear form in my eye. "What's happening?" "You're crying. Whatever is on your heart is weighing heavily on you." He put a hand on my shoulder just as Leonardo did earlier. "If you ever need to talk, I am here Dawn." I hugged him, surprising him and myself. "Thank You Master Splinter." "You're welcome dear." "Master Splinter?…." "Yes?" "May I stay here? Just meditate a little? I promise not to disturb you." The ninja sensei closed his eyes, which I took as a yes. I closed my eyes as well and started to think.

I smiled, unable to hold my excitement. I had cleaned up the kitchen area and made a huge breakfast. The guys didn't come in last night, so I assumed they'd be hungry. This was my way of showing thanks and that I appreciated what they did for me. "Woo-hoo!" I heard Mikey's shout from outside the door. "Cowabunga dude!" "Best Ninja kick butt action ever!" Raph cheered as they charged inside. "Hey guys. Hope you're hungry!" I beamed, pointing to the table. "Am I ever!" Mikey smiled, digging right in. "When did you do all this?" Leo asked. "I had Splinter's help. I did it while you guys were out." "Well thanks. It's a nice thought." Donnie said, picking up another pancake. "You're welcome. "So, you're really that concerned about weather we like you or not?" Raph said, crossing his arms. "Raph, back off. -" "No Leo, I finally get it." I said, cutting in. I walked up to Raphael and looked him in the eyes the best I could. "Look, I don't know what your deal is, and I totally understand why you wouldn't trust me, but frankly I don't care anymore. But if you have a beef with me, let's deal with it now. One on one." We stood there in silence, glaring. Even Mikey stopped chewing, looking as if he was watching a dramatic movie. Suddenly Raph smirked, then laughed. "I guess you're not all bad." I smiled too. "Tough, that's good. But don't think I'm letting my guard down." "Wouldn't dream of it." I looked at all four of the guys. "If it's not to much trouble though. I have a request..." The looked back waiting. "Teach me how to fight. Like you guys." "You mean, you want us to train you?" Leo asked. "Exactly. I want to be able to fight. T defend myself, and those I care about." "I'm all for it." Mikey said. "Sounds fine to me." Donnie nodded. "Then we'll ask Master Splinter. If he agrees, then I guess it's fine." Happiness almost completely covered the guilt that hid in the shadows with my other emotions. I was going to learn how to fight, properly.

I lost my breath as a painful kick sent me backwards. "Sorry!" Donnie apologized. I stood up and got back in my fighting stance. "Don't be, let's go again. He went to kick again but this time I was ready, something in my mind flashing as I dodged and countered with my own hit. "Amazing." "Yea, I can…" I stopped myself. "I just had a hunch." "Well, that was pretty good." It was my second day of training with them and I could already beat Mikey, match swords with Leo, and even hold my own against Raph. "Your fighting skills are improving rapidly" Splinter said, standing on the sidelines. I bowed. "Thank you sensei." "Have you found a weapon that suits you yet?" He asked. I shook my head. He told me that the perfect one would stand out, it would just click, but I'd tried everything from a kunai to the bladed fans, and nothing seemed to stand out. "Well don't worry about it. You'll find something perfect for you soon." Leo said. "Thanks." "So hey, we're going for a patrol tonight. You want to tag along?" I looked at the guys. "Really? You'd let me?" They all nodded. "Sounds great!" "Okay then." "Ummm...Dawn, not to be weird or anything, but does that necklace always glow like that?" Mikey asked. I looked down on the gem on my neck that was glowing red. "What kind of stone is that anyway?" Donatello asked, reaching out to touch it. "NO!" I screamed stepping back. "Don't touch it! Don't ever touch it!" They looked at me in silence, shocked. I knew what the glowing mend. I had run out of time and Bishop was tracking me. I had to get out of here. I took another step back. "Everything okay Dawn?" Leo asked. I felt the tears again. "I'm sorry.." I murmered. "What?" "I'm so sorry..." Then I turned and ran.

I was out of breath by the time I stopped on a roof. I was far enough that if Bishop caught up, I wouldn't put the guys in danger. "Dawn. Why did you run?" I cursed under my breath. "Leo why did you follow me!" I shouted. "Well you ran. I wanted to make sure you were okay." "Please don't tell me the other guys followed to.." I pleaded. "We kinda did." Mikey spoke up, landing beside Leo. "If you don't want us to touch your jewelry, just say so." "No Mikey! It's not that!" "Than what is it?" Raph crossed his arms. "I. I betrayed you." I said quietly. "What?" "I BETRAYED YOU!" The slow sarcastic clap was the next thing to be heard. "Brilliant. Brilliant performance Dawn. And you successfully lured the four menaces outside. Mission accomplished." "Bishop!" All four ninjas said at the same time. My creator stepped out from the shadows, an evil look on his face. "You were working for Bishop!" Mikey shouted. "Well, I hate to say I told you so.." Raph said, already reaching for his weapons. "Guys...I didn't want to, I just." "Of course she was working for meet the whole time. I created her. Her sole purpose is to bring down you turtles." Bishop cut me off. "That pretty necklace is a tracking device. She was suppose to alert me when she located you, but due to a slight miscalculation, that took longer than it should've." He turned his glare to me, causing me to flinch. "Leo…You believes me. I was never going to do it. I swear." Leo didn't look me in the eye. "Guys…" "Enough. Dawn, take them out." He ordered. "I can't." "Dawn. Take. The. Out." He ordered again, pressing a button at his side. Shocks of electricity shot through my body as I screamed in pain. "Don't make me repeat myself." I looked at the guys sadly. "What kind of crazy sicko are you!" Mikey shouted. "She's not your slave! She's a human being…mutant…lizard…girl." Bishop chuckled. "Something went wrong during her creation. She wasn't supposed to have this much free will. You must've made quite an impression on her." I swung my tail out, tripping Bishop and knocking him to the ground. "You don't own me." I said through gritted teeth. "I'm afraid I have to correct you on that." Another shock as he got up effortlessly. "We've already established that I can fight all four of you with no trouble" He said arrogantly. "Please, you got lucky last time." Raph barked as he charged at him, his sai ready. Bishop dodged every punch and kick with ease, hitting his Sai out of his hand. Leo took the opening, slashing with his katana. Mikey came to help me up. "So, you're not really a bad guy are you?" he asked. I shook my head weakly. "I don't want to be." "Good enough for me. Let's go kick some shell." He smiled. I feeblely smiled back. "Let's go kick some shell."

I kicked Bishop in the back and then kicked his feet from under him. Donnie jumped in the air, using his staff for support, and kicked Bishop back down. Raph landed a square punch to his jaw using the blunt end of his sai. Bishop landed hard on the ground, the first time I'd seen him down. "I adapt remember. You made me able to be prepared for any battle." I said, stepping on his chest. "I also made you a killer. Another disappointment there." I growled but Donnie held me back. "Don't prove him right Dawn. You can still walk away from this a good person." I held my glare, but calmed down a little. "I hate to say this, trust me, I am, but I agree with Dawn here. The guy's bad news and he needs to be permanently taken care of." Raph scowled. "No." Leo spoke up. "We're not going to drop to his level. Let's go guys." He put his swords back on his shell. I stood strait and took a step towards them. Leo looked at me harshly, then at my collar. "I said guys." "But Leo…" "No buts Mikey." "Leo. I'm sorry okay." "You're sorry? You put my family in danger. I'm supposed to be the leader! The oldest. I stood up for you and turns out I as wrong. I can't take that risk again Dawn!" "But I didn't-" "But what if you did?" "Where am I going to go?" "I don't mean to ruin the moment, but Bishops leaving in a helicopter." Mikey pointed up at the agent climbing the ladder to his get away. "We'll be seeing each other very soon Dawn!" He called down, evil intent in his voice. "Donnie…Raph…" I pleaded with the guys for help but neither of them had a defense. "What about Splinter…Can't we ask him?" I asked. "Well. That does seem fair." Donatello stated. "Fine. We ask Master Splinter. After she tells him everything."