"There, everyone should be safe," Sensei Wu said.
"So, now what?" Nya asked.
"We do what our first mission was," he replied. "We destroy the fang blades."
The Bounty took off again and towards Torch Fire Mountain. Lloyd walked out, holding the fang blades in his hands.
"So, we're finally destroying these things?" Lloyd asked.
"Yes, and it's about time," Nya said.
"We'll arrive there within the hour, so don't let the blade out of your sight," Sensei Wu said. "Until then, Nya can work on Lloyd's training."
"Sensei," they both moaned.
"I don't want to hear it," Sensei turned and walked away.
Nya sighed and turned to see Lloyd on the floor, mopping.
"Hey kid, it's not too bad," Nya said. "At least you don't have an over protective brother on you all the time."
"Do the ninja count?" he asked.
"They're not your siblings," Nya laughed. "Now, show me what you've got."
Lloyd got to his feet, but he didn't want to train at all.
Kai's bike skidded to a halt at the edge of Ninjago. Looking across the ocean, they saw a swarm of black cloud swirling in the distance.
"What the heck is that?" Kai asked.
"I don't know," Cole replied. "But if I had to guess, it probably has something to do with Garmadon."
"Should we check it out?" Kai asked.
"How? Jay is the only one with a flying vehicle," Cole said.
Kai pointed towards a decks boat and Cole face palmed. Kai's bike turned back into a sword and they raced over to the motor boat.
"It's got everything," Cole said, pulling out two life jackets.
Kai climbed in the boat and Cole pushed it off the beach and into the water. Then they were off, bouncing across the waves.
"How do you think Jay and Zane are holding up?" Kai asked Cole.
"Meh," Cole shrugged. "Zane's probably meditating as always and Jay's spazzing out."
"Poor Zane," Kai said.
"Poor anyone around Jay," Cole smirked. "He goes nuts sometimes."
"You've got a point," Kai laughed. "I wouldn't be surprised is Garmadon had to gag him so he'd shut up while he kidnapped him."
"Or else he would have talked Garmadon's ear off the whole way," Cole laughed.
Kai laughed. "He probably did anyways."
"Quiet," Cole hushed Kai.
Cole turned to boat off and they floated in the ocean, listening.
"I don't hear anything," Kai whispered back.
Cole looked up at the sky, which was now covered with dark black and purple clouds. He looked around as the sound of a helicopter got louder.
"You don't hear the copter," Cole said.
Kai's eyes widened. "I hear it. It's close."
"We've got to move," Cole said.
"No engine, they'll hear us for sure," Kai said, stopping Cole. "We can't jeopardize this."
Cole nodded, but he knew they couldn't get anywhere without it. The boat didn't have paddles.
"Over there," Cole pointed to a small rock pointing out of the water.
Kai noticed it had a small cave on the side.
"We'll have to swim for it," Cole said.
He jumped over, but Kai didn't move.
"What are you waiting for, a red carpet?" Cole nearly shouted.
"I-I-I can't swim," Kai stuttered out.
"You won't sink, you're wearing a life jacket," Cole said. "Jump in and I'll pull you."
Kai took a deep breath and jumped in. When his head was above the surface, he panicked.
"Kai, calm down," Cole said. "Just lie on your back, I'll handle the rest."
Kai listened and moved onto his back. Cole grabbed a handle on Kai's life jacket and started swimming with him in toe. Kai watched the boat get further and further away. Minutes later, he felt dry land under him, and he sighed in relief. Scrambling, both boys ran inside the cave as the copter came into view. A spot light flashed across the ocean, and landing on the boat. They searched the surrounding water, and left.
"That was close," Kai let out a sigh.
"Yeah," Cole slid to the ground. "So, you really couldn't swim."
"No, I never learned how," Kai sighed.
"Well, then we have to hope the land isn't to far away," Cole said, moving to the edge of the cave. "Or that you're a fast learner."
"Or both," Kai said.
Cole looked around, then ducked back in, looking at Kai.
"I want to take precautions," Cole said. "I'm going to show you the basics at least."
Kai's eyes widened. "I don't want to get back in the water."
"You'll have to eventually," Cole said. "You're life jacket will keep you afloat, and I'm here to help you. Come on."
Kai took a deep breath and walked over to Cole. Cole jumped in the water, then motioned for Kai to follow. Kai looked around, nervously, then jumped. Remembering what Cole told him before, Kai rolled onto his back and floated.
"Alright, if you can do that, we're off to a great start," Cole smiled. "But we'll have to learn on the go."
Kai nodded.
"Roll onto your stomach, keeping your head up, and kick," Cole said. "But keep your feet underwater and you can use your hands too."
Kai watched Cole at first, then attempted it himself. At first, he only splashed around. After a couple minutes though, he started moving around, chasing after Cole.
"You've got it," Cole smiled. "Great job."
"This isn't that hard," Kai said, bobbing beside Cole. "Just don't get too far away from me, Ok."
"I promise I won't," Cole said. "Come on, we've got friends to save."
And they started swimming, since the boat was nowhere in sight. They kept swimming, sometimes Cole pulled Kai along because he was tired, until the saw land.
"Just up ahead, Kai," Cole said.
Kai smiled, and picked up the pace. Then his foot hit ground and he managed to stand.
"I can touch, Cole," Kai smiled. "We can walk the rest of the way."
"Lose the jacket," Cole said.
Cole chucked his several feet away. Kai was confused, until he saw people on land. He pulled off his jacket, throwing it and ducked so only his head was above the water.
"Cole, what do we do?" Kai asked.
"Wait until they leave," Cole said.
"Who knows when they'll leave," Kai responded. "We could be here for hours."
"Then what do you suggest we do," Cole asked.
"Well, we've got to be near their base," Kai explained, "so if we travel further down shore, there won't be anyone there."
"When did you decide to get smart?" Cole asked.
"When half our team disappeared," Kai replied. "Now come on."
Kai and Cole started swimming away from the crowd of people on the beach. They eventually reached a spot where no one was in sight. They moved in shore, and ran for cover in the jungle.
"Now all there is left to do is to find Garmadon's base, find out what his plan is, and to rescue Zane and Jay," Kai said.
"Let's just hope they don't find us," Cole muttered.
And they started walking again.