So the weird mind stuff is only in the first part of the chapter. I don't own TMNT.
Harley's POV
Kayla left and immediately my emotions berated me with random questions. I started to get a head ache so I went back to my imagination. I know my mind is weird, my emotions are different people and my imagination is a space behind wooden doors. I guess I need it to be this way to not go crazy. I can't believe Leo wanted to apologize, I thought he wouldn't want to see me. It almost made me giddy, there was a knock on the wooden door and I slowly approached it. As much as they annoyed me my emotions helped me through a lot of my problems and they were nice to have around. I opened one of the doors to see Care standing patiently. Care was probably the emotion I liked most. She helped me through a lot of stuff.
Do you want to talk? She asked. I nodded and stepped aside for her to pass. We sat down on the platform and stared at the rainbow the mist from the waterfall made. You're leaving quite soon. Care finally said.
Yes I left unresolved problems and now I can't just run and close myself off anymore. I explained. Care nodded.
Because of Astrid. She is strong but she needs an older figure in her life to guide her. She needs you. Care said.
You guys will be okay without me right? I asked. Care looked at me.
We are you, we will survive. Plus we have Leadership; she usually is able to keep the peace. Care answered.
How can we control Rage though? I feel like Im not in control of her anymore. She appears more than I would like. I confessed. Care shook her head.
You are not losing control of her; your trigger has just appeared more than in the past. Care soothed.
Why is he showing up all of a sudden? I asked. Care shrugged.
Im sure Intelligence will be able to tell you. She answered. I sighed.
I just don't know what he will do next. He already held my sister captive for ten years. I said. Care nodded.
We just have to prepare for anything. I nodded and stood up. Care followed and we left through the doors. I saw Virginity playing hopscotch. I called her over and she looked up smiling.
Can you find Intelligence and tell her to meet me by Rage? I asked. Virginity shivered.
Why do you want to see Rage? She asked. I sighed.
I need to check on her restraints. I explained.
Virginity nodded and ran off. Care gave me a reassuring hug and left. Visiting Rage was something I had to do. I was also told that everyone deserved a visit every once in a while. I made my way through the mist. Talking to Rage always exhausted me. The mist soon disappeared and gave way to black marble lit by torches. The flames danced and changed shape as I walked by. At the end of the hallway was a large black door with 'NO TRESPASSING' written on it in red. I took a deep breath and walked through the door. Cages were set into the wall along another hallway; I locked up the worst emotions here. I passed by the cages taking note of some of the names. Murderous, Evil, Violence, Insanity. At the end of the hallway was a metal door; Rage was cut into it. I opened the door and it groaned with age. I walked in closing the door behind me. In front of me was a padded room with bars separating me from a shadow in the corner. The shadow slowly stood and walked into the light. Metal coated its arms and legs with chains attaching to the walls and roof.
So I have been graced with Harley's presence. Rage mocked as she bowed. I rolled my eyes.
Always nice to see you Rage. I greeted her and sat on the ground.
To what do I owe this pleasure? Rage still mocked but I could tell she was curious.
Only to check your security. Your recent appearances have me worried. I briefly explained. Rage tugged as hard as she could on the chains.
Still locked up tight. Rage stated.
I hope they are treating you well? I asked out of mere politeness.
Yes I am treated with the right amount of fear and respect as I should. Rage replied. I rolled my eyes.
Why are you being so nice? Normally you are looking for any way to insult me. I asked. Rage shrugged.
All of my recent appearances have let me breath fresh air. It puts me in a better mood. She replied. I thought for a bit.
Maybe I can add something to keep you content. I said. Rage eyed me suspiciously.
What are you proposing? She asked taking a seat on the floor.
Every once in a while instead of meditating I could go somewhere and let you appear for a little. I said. Rage brightened considerably.
I would like that. She said softly. I nodded and left without another word. It was weird for me to see Rage so calm and happy. I closed the metal door and ran into Intelligence.
Intelligence! You know you shouldn't be in here; you could be influenced by the others! I hissed at her.
I wasn't here long. What did you need me for? Intelligence asked. I shook my head.
Not here, follow me. I lead Intelligence out and a little down the hallway. I stopped and turned to her.
I wanted to see if you knew why Shredder wants me on his side. I said. Intelligence pondered for a moment.
Well there isn't really anything he could gain from you specially, no offense. I shrugged. Except… her eyes widened.
Except what? I asked.
Except Rage. Intelligence whispered.
But how could he possibly use Rage? She only shows up at the sight of him! I said. Intelligence shook her head.
I don't think he knows much about Rage, he just wants the power. Intelligence looked gravely at me. Or to kill us if he can't have us. We both shivered.
If so Shredder will try anything to reach us, just pass along to be prepared for anything when the time comes. Intelligence nodded and we walked back to where everyone else was.
I wasn't as tired from my conversation with Rage as I thought I would be. I felt I should leave; I had taken care of everything here. I explained to everyone that I wouldn't be showing up as much and put Leadership in charge as usual. I hugged everyone and they pushed me down a chute. I slammed back into my body and opened my eyes a little. The brightness of the sun blinded me and I raised a hand to shade them. I heard someone gasp.
"HARLEYYY!" I heard Astrid yell and then something collided with me and I fell backwards into the lake.
The thing that jumped onto me wrapped its limbs around me and held on tight. I fought for the surface but was weighed down by the extra weight. Breaking the surface I grabbed air and tried to reach the ledge but was pulled down by the thing holding onto me. Shadows appeared above the surface and arms reached down and dragged me onto the edge. I coughed and sputtered before looking at what almost caused me to drown. I looked down into the beaming face of Astrid. I laughed and sat up pulling her from me and hugging her. She returned the hug and then hit me on the head.
"Ow what was that for?" I asked. Astrid glared at me.
"For leaving me!" she yelled. I chuckled.
"Okay I deserved that," I told her.
"Promise you won't ever do that again!" Astrid yelled again.
"I promise," I said.
Astrid smiled and hugged me again. After ten minutes she let go and I noticed everyone else save for one person. Kayla wrapped Astrid in a fluffy towel; I raised my eyebrows noticing she didn't bring one for me. She shook her head and pointed at the bridge. That was new; I guess they built most of the house then. Leo was leaning against the railing, his back to me, with a towel draped beside him. I stood up and everyone else walked back to the tree line. I was really nervous. What if Leo doesn't want to apologize? What if he only wants to tell me what a freak I am? All the same I forced myself to walk to the bridge. I stopped when I was at the edge. Leo looked at me, guilt and nervousness were twisting his features. We stood staring at each other for a while until Leo handed me the towel.
"I uh brought you a towel," he said awkwardly. I nodded taking it and leaning on the railing opposite him with it wrapped around my shoulders. I waited for him to speak but he seemed to be at a loss for words.
"Um sorry about-"I started to say but Leo whipped his head around and stared at me.
"You shouldn't be apologizing for anything," he cut me off. "I," He took deep breath. "Im sorry for the way I reacted, it was stupid and I really hurt you and it kills me to see you like that and i-" I ran across the bridge, threw my arms around his neck, and kissed him. He kissed me back but held back. I broke away and looked at him.
"I understand, I over reacted but I didn't want you to see me like that," I said while biting my lip. Leo coaxed it out with his thumb.
"It was a lot to see, but I still love you Harley," he murmured and kissed me.
I kissed him back passionately. I was so happy I thought I would explode. My life seemed so perfect it was a fairytale. Leo and I pulled away for air and he hugged me. I lay my head on his chest while he rested his cheek on my head. I sighed as I remembered something.
"We should probably go see the others," I said.
"Ya Astrid might just kill me if I keep you from her much longer," Leo said.
I laughed and pulled out of his arms. He held onto my hand and we walked to the trees where I saw everyone else disappear to earlier. When we were under cover of the trees we walked a little ways until I saw a rope ladder. I looked up and high in the trees saw different buildings placed amongst the trunks with bridges connecting them. I couldn't help but smile. I missed living in the trees. Leo saw my smile and grinned.
"We are pretty much finished, just have to do your room," he said. I started to climb the ladder. It was even more beautiful from up top. Astrid ran out from one of the buildings.
"Harley come on I want to show you my room!" she yelled and flipped off into the trees.
I smiled at Leo before chucking my towel and following her. When I finally caught up to Astrid she was standing in front of a large round building. I followed her inside and looked around impressed. She had an armoire against the left wall next to a large cutout window without glass. A hammock was suspended across the circumference of the room and a desk was placed on the right wall. The building was tall and had branches and vines criss crossing through it. Astrid sat on one of the branches watching me. I nodded my approval and she smiled at me.
"You like it?" she asked.
"I love it," I replied. Astrid giggled at the compliment and then stopped remembering something.
"You still have to build your room!" she said and before I could do anything she pushed me out of her room telling me to build mine.
I smiled at her and left to gather materials. I strolled between the trees taking note of the different wood. Finding a suitable one I took out my bow staff and changed it into my Katanas. The tree tilted towards me as it fell and I cut it into planks before it hit the ground. I gathered the wood in my arms and headed back to the house. When I was close I saw Leo run over to me and take some of the wood out of my arms. I frowned at him.
"I can carry that myself you know," I said.
"But that would make me a bad boyfriend," he replied simply. I smiled when he said 'boyfriend'. "Where are we going anyways?" he asked. I looked around and found a perfect sturdy tree that was secluded from the other buildings.
"There," I pointed out for Leo. He raised his eyebrows at me.
"How are we going to get this up there?" He asked.
I rolled my eyes at him and put my wood on the ground. I pulled out my bow staff and once again turned it into my Katanas. I looked pointedly at him before climbing the tree using my Katanas. Once I reached the right height I cut a vine and lowered one end down to him.
"Tie up the wood," I called down to him.
He did so and once I was sure it was tied securely I stuck my Katanas in a branch. A sudden wave of excitement passed through me. I tied my end of the vine around my waist. Taking a deep breath I leapt off the branch on the opposite side of the wood. The wind whistled by me and I yelled out with the adrenaline rushing through my system. Before I was going to reach the ground I grabbed hold of a vine and swung around the tree, landing lightly on my feet. Leo ran over to me as I moved the vine from around my waist and secured it to a branch.
"You're crazy! You could have killed yourself!" Leo yelled. I scoffed at him.
"I have lived in a forest how long? I've done crazier shit than this," I said. Leo sighed exasperatedly, and then placed his arms around my waist.
"What am I going to do with you?" he said. I giggled.
When we finally finished my room the sun had set and fireflies were lazily floating on the surface of the lake. I stood in the door way and admired my work. My room was shaped like a honeycomb with no roof. I had a small dresser on the left wall, a circular bed at the back, a large TV with gaming systems, and a large mat with the yin yang symbol printed on it. I didn't want a roof so I could look through the vines and branches to see the stars. When Leo and I were working I left saying I was making lunch but I actually made a small platform on top of the canopy, I wanted to keep this secret. I turned to Leo as we both admired our work.
"I have something to show you," I said tugging on his hand. He groaned.
"Is it another surprise?" he asked, I frowned.
"Yes," I said.
"I hate surprises," he grumbled. I couldn't help but chuckle.
"That's right, you don't like anything fun," I said.
"I like fun stuff!" Leo defended.
"Like what?" I laughed.
"Training, training is fun," he replied. I looked at him like he was stupid. "What?" he asked. I shook my head.
"Training is not fun," I told him. "You need a crash course in what is fun," I added.
Leading Leo along the branches I started to search for something. Leo waited patiently for me and I finally found what I was looking for. The vine in my hand was a little slippery but the knot at the bottom helped me hold my grip. I held Leo's hand tighter in mine and tugged on the vine. It immediately started to retract into the trees. Leo held on tighter to me as we were pulled higher into the tree tops. The trip wasn't long and I pulled Leo up onto the platform. When he finally looked at where he was his jaw dropped. I sat down and pulled him with me. Still looking around in awe he pulled me onto his lap.
"What do you think?" I asked. Leo looked down at me.
"It's beautiful, but not as beautiful as you," he said.
I blushed and looked down. He lifted my head with his finger and stared into my eyes. I blushed deeper and he smiled. I smiled back and he kissed me softly. We pulled away and I leaned against Leo's chest with his arms wrapped around me. Yep this was perfect.
Alright! Next week I get to 20 chapters! Tell me what you think of these chapters!