I kneeled infront of Splinter, trying to choke back the tears. "But then you guys were so nice, I didn't want to hurt you. I was told you were dangerous, and bad. But now I see that Dr. Bishop was the evil one." "What tipped you off? The dark suit of the science lab thing?" Raph asked. "I know I don't deserve our forgiveness, but if you'd give me another chance.." Splinter looked at me. "Everyone deserves a second chance my child. And you've admitted to the mistakes you've made." He held out a golden colored ninja mask that matched the other guys. "After discussing it with my sons, I've concluded that we would be honored if you joined our family." He handed me the mask and I tied it around my head. "Thank you guys! Thanks so much! I won't let you down!" I hugged Master Splinter then looked at my new family. "Where's Leo?…" "Out on the roof brooding." Donnie said simply. I looked at Splinter who nodded, a silent approval. I went through the doors and strait up. Sure enough, Leo sat on the edge of the roof, looking out. "Leo?" "What do you want?" "To say that I'm sorry, again. And to say thank you for standing up for me before any of this. It's what made me want to be a better me." I said. He looked at me. "I'm happy I got a chance, another chance, to be part of your family, and I'm honored to have you as a big brother." "You're going to have to work hard to prove yourself." "I know." "Being part of this family means putting everyone else's safety above your own." "I know." Leo sighed. "I've made plenty of mistakes in the past. I can understand second chances. Welcome to our family." He finally said. There wasn't much emotion on his face, but I hugged him tightly. "Thank you!" I shouted. He laughed a little. "You're welcome I guess." We both walked back into the lair and were greeted with high fives and hugs, while Mikey constantly shouted. "We have a sister! We have a sister." "You know you still owe me that fight." Raph smirked. "Anytime, Anywhere." I challenged back. "And we can go shopping. And play video games, and tell jokes." Mikey was still listing things like a kid at Christmas. I laughed lightly, the weight finally off my heart. I was part of a family.

We sped through the night, joking and laughing. "Hey Lavinia, check this out!" Mikey shouted, grabbing onto a lamppost and flipping in the air. "Beat that Lavs!" Lavs, Lavinia…that was me, my new name that I picked from the same Renaissance Art Book that the boys chose theirs from. I grabbed onto the same post and did a double flip, landing n my feet. "No fair. You have a tail. That's for balance or something!" Mikey accused. I laughed as the other three ran by us. "Nice air work Lavs. One day you might actually beat me." Raph joked. "Whatever." I stuck out my tongue at him. "Hey guys, check it!" Donnie said, pointing down to a dark alley. Two girls were surrounded by a group of thugs. Leo reached for his katana. "Anyone up fro some late night fun?" I smiled, reaching for my windmill shurikun. "Count me in." Mikey spun his nunchuck. "Me too!" "Me three!" Me four" Raph and Donnie chimed in. "Good. Lavz, care to do the honors?" I did a joking bow. "I'd be honored." I cleared my throat "Guys. I do believe it's Ninja time!"

The End

Okay, that's finally the end. Not as long as I wanted it to be, but I'm working on a better sequel. Please read, review, and comment. And constructive criticism is appreciated, but no meanies