Mel: Welcome back! We hope you liked the first chapter and thanks to all of you who reviewed, Favorited, or followed! Oh and there's a change that I forgot to add last time! Italics mean thinking, so don't forget! :)

James: So now we hope you enjoy this chapter and thank you all for the reviews last week. Enjoy.

Chapter 2

Mel: You're right, James... I guess I'll take Nya and Dawn to my room. And your room can fit two, so you take Lucas and Lloyd.

James: *nods head* Alright. And the others can stay in the guest rooms that interconnect to our rooms. Let's carry them one at a time.

Mel: Okay! I'll take Nya first I guess... This could take a while. Good thing they should stay unconscious for at least another forty-five minutes. I'm so glad I pay attention in health class!

James: I guess I'll help you first and take Dawn up with me. Let's go. *picks up Dawn bridal style and walks down the hall*

Mel: *Does the same and follows her brother* I know I saw Garmadon wish for them to be sent to another world, but... How? *opens door to her bedroom*

James: *follows her in and lays Dawn down on Melody's double bed* I don't know... It's really confusing. Like I said, inter-dimensional travel is, at least so far, impossible... I just don't get it.

Mel: *lays Nya down* You're not the only one... Let's go back for the others. When we finish, I'll make some soup for us and them, it's supper time anyways.

James: Why can't I cook?

Mel: Jimmy, five words; You. Can't. Cook. Like. Me. *counts off each word on her fingers*

James: *rolls his eyes* Whatever, your cooking is better... I guess.

Mel: That's what I thought. Come on bro, we've got work to do!

twins: *walk back down to the living room and walked towards Lloyd and Lucas.*

James: Alright, you take Lloyd and I'll take Lucas. *huffed as he threw Lucas over his shoulder*.

Mel: Careful with them! *picks up Lloyd like he's a baby and both walk to James' room*

James: How is this possible to travel? They're fictional characters and somehow are in the real world. (A/N: thinking!) *hears giggling behind him and turns his head to see his twin giggling* What's so funny?

Mel: Lloyd. He's just so cute and can't believe I get to meet him in person. Even though he's unconscious.

James: *shaking his head* Whatever makes you happy then... Here we are. *opens the door to his room. Walks in and lays Lucas on his double bed and his twin lays Lloyd next to his cousin.* Ok, four down. Four to go.

twins: *walk back to the living room and each took a ninja and carried them to the guest rooms and laid them on the beds.*

Mel: *starts to take Jay to other guest room, but stopped to hear grunts from her brothers and turns to see him struggle with Cole.*

James:*grunts* They weren't kidding. This guy may be strong as a rock, but he's heavy as one too.

Mel: Stay right there and I'll be back after I lay Jay down. *and runs down the hall*

James: Hurry back quick!

Mel: *calls from down the hall* That's kinda redundant, Jimmy!*quickly opens the door, lays Jay down and rushes back to her brother* You get his legs, and I'll grab his arms and support his head. *bends down and lifts Cole's arms and head*

James: Alright, *carefully picks up Cole's feet* Thankfully it's just down the hall... *walks to room, opens door and lays Cole down* Good. Now you're gonna make soup, right? I guess I'll keep an eye on everyone here.

Mel: Fine with me! *walks out* It shouldn't take long to make the soup, which is good since they should wake up in about a half hour.

James: Whatever... I guess I'll do some sketching...

*with Melody*

Mel: Alright... How about chicken noodle? Oh wait, Dawn's a vegetarian... I guess I'll just leave a bowl without chicken in it for her. Let's see, I can use last night's' leftover chicken meat, some noodles, and a little chicken broth. *gets out two pots to boil noodles and heat broth-chicken mixture and talks quietly to self* Add some water... Two teaspoons broth for every cup water... So with four cups of water, that's eight teaspoons of broth. Now to heat the chicken...

*back with James*

James: I love sketching sometimes... And now I have the chance to sketch Lucas in person! This is gonna be awesome! *grabs his sketchbook and pencil* Okay, let's see what I can do here. *begins to sketch the head in thin lines to shape it, shapes the eyes, mouth, nose, and hair* It's looking great so far... *checks the alarm clock by Lucas head and saw fifteen minutes went by and thinks* Better check on them to see how they're doing. *puts his sketchbook and pencil down and checks everyone for a fever and pulse, thinking* Well the good news is they have strong pulses, but Lloyd has a slight fever. Better let Mel know. *walks out his room to check on the others and hears a groan from Jay and calls out* Mel!

*With Melody*

Mel: I just finished the soup, and had poured ten bowls full, placed lids on top and set them on a tray, making sure that Dawn's was in the top right corner, and was ready to head upstairs when I heard James call for me. *shouts upstairs* Coming James! Is something wrong?

James: Nothing really, but Lloyd has a slight fever and I think Jay might be waking up soon.

Mel: Alright I'm almost there. I've got soup for them and us. *walks into room and sets tray down on table* I'll just wait here with you for now I guess... Here's your soup. *hands James a bowl of soup and a spoon and takes one for herself*

James: Thanks, it smells really good. I wonder who will wake up first...

Mel: Only time will tell *takes bite of soup* Mmm... Pretty good if I do say so myself!

James: *takes a small bite as well* Okay, fine. You're a good cook. *takes another bite*

Mel: And?

James: Umm... hey, do I hear a groan from Jay?

Mel: *listens closely* I guess so... I'll take care of it. *picks up another bowl of soup and walks into the other room*

Jay: *groans softly and opens eyes* W-what? *sees Melody* W-who?

Mel: Shh, don't speak. You'll just wear yourself out. You and your friends all were unconscious, so me and my twin brother helped you. I made some chicken soup if you like.

Jay: H-how? Wait, is Nya okay?

Mel: *laughs lightly* Don't worry, she's fine. I've heard a lot about the eight of you, Jay, and I'm a big fan. (she and James decided to play it like they were ninja fans from their world until they recovered enough to understand.) Here, take your soup. *holds it out to him*

Jay: *takes the bowl* Alright... Where is everyone else?

Mel: Well, you and Cole are in one of my family's guest room, as are Kai and Zane, and Nya and Dawn are in my room and Lloyd and Lucas are in James's room. Are you feeling alright?

Jay: *takes small sip of soup* Mmm... this is good! I'm feeling okay. I've got a bit of a headache though.

Mel: That's good. Well I'm gonna go check on the others, so you just rest here okay?

Jay: *nods head through mouthful of soup*

Mel: *walks out of room, saying to James* Well, Jay's okay. I wonder who's next?

James: Well one is down and we need seven more to wake up. My sister told me to play along like we're in their world so they think we're like them. *hears another groan, speaking* Sounds like someone is up, Mel. I'll go see who it is. *takes another bowl and walks to the source. And sees Zane stirring in his sleep.*

Zane: *groans and slowly opens his eyes* Wh-what? *sees James* Who are you?

James: My name is James. My twin sister and I brought you and your friends in our home as you were all unconscious and looked a little terrible.

Zane: Thanks for your hospitality for both your sister and you. My name is Zane.

James: I know who you are, my sister and I big fans of you and your friends and it's the least we can do when you saved Ninjago many times. How are you feeling right now?

Zane: *holds head like it's in pain* I have a small headache forming, but it'll pass. I also feel exhausted right now and might lay down for a while longer. But where are my friends?

James: Your friends are in the guest rooms of our parents homes while Dawn and Nya are in my sister's room and Lloyd and Lucas are using my room until they wake up. *holds bowl of soup to him* Here. Have some soup before you lie back down and we'll get on you eight later.

Zane: *accepts the bowl and take the first bite* My compliments to the chef as it's delicious. And again thank you for your hospitality.

James: You're welcome. *and leaves Zane alone and walks back to Melody* It was Zane that woke just now. Anyone else?

Mel: While you were in there, both Dawn and Nya woke up, they were very grateful to us for helping them.

James: Zane was the same way. I guess that leaves, Kai in there, *points to room where Zane is also* Cole with Jay, and Lloyd and Lucas here.

Mel: *hears two separate groans from where Kai and Cole are* Make that just Lucas and Lloyd. I'll take Kai if you've got Cole... *picks up bowl of soup*

James: Fine by me. *picks up another bowl, leaving only two untouched ones left, and walks to where Jay and Cole are*

Mel: *walks into Zane and Kai's room*

Zane: *looks up* You must be James' sister. Thank you for everything.

Mel: *nods politely* Yes, I am James' twin, Melody. Feel free to call me Mel. I'm here to bring some soup that I made for Kai here. *gestures to the waking teen*

Zane: *Smiles lightly* You made the soup? My compliments then! It was quite good. I'm glad to see that Kai is awaking has anyone else yet?

Mel: *beams at him* Thank you! I hear you're quite the chef yourself. So far, everyone but Lloyd and Lucas have awakened. James is with Cole and Jay right now... *sees Kai wake up* Well, I've got to explain things to Kai, but I'm glad you're feeling alright! *walks over to Kai and introduces herself*

*with James*

James: *walks into Jay and Cole's room* Well how are we doing, Jay?

Jay: I'm doing pretty good. You must be the twin, James, that helped us then?

James: Yes I am. I'm heard Cole was waking up and am here to give him some soup.

Jay: It's very delicious. Much better than Cole's cooking. Last time he made chili, I was like a zombie for a day because it made me sick to my stomach.

Cole: I heard that, Jay!

James: *turns to see Cole slowly sitting up* Well hello to you too, Rocky. Don't be cranky on his compliments

Cole: Complements!? *holds a fist in front of James* I'll show you. *and stands to swing the punch. But his legs buckle and he collapses to the floor.*

James: *hovering above the earth ninja* Or what? You're on the ground and are weak to support yourself. I think you should get back on the bed and have some soup and lie back down to regain your strength.

Cole: *huffed* Whatever. *and slowly got back on his bed and snatched the bowl from James*

James: *glares at him and walks away* Note to self. Never get on this guys nerves when he hears complaints on his cooking.

Mel: *walks back just as James walks in* Oh good, how's Cole doing?

James: Never got to find out. Jay made a small comment about his cooking... And let's just say I'm never insulting that if I'm alone with him.

Mel: *puts hands on hips* Really James? Can't you treat our guest with a little respect?

James: *throws hands in air* Hey, he's the one who got all defensive at me!

Mel: Whatever. I hope I can smooth things over later... let's wait for Lucas and Lloyd to wake up now. And this time, I'LL do it. *gives her brother a glare*

James: Fine. I'm going back to sketching now, thank you very much.

Mel: You do that. I'll wait for our guests to awake. *sits and waits for a few minutes, then hears a small groan from Lucas, picks up soup and walks over*

Lucas: Ugg... W-what? *sees Melody* Who are you?

Mel: *smiles gently* I am Melody and over there is my twin brother, James. We found you and your friends unconscious, so we decided to help. I made you some soup if you like.

Lucas: *takes bowl from her* Thank you. Are all my friends okay?

Mel: Well, everyone but Lloyd has woken up and are in the other rooms. Lloyd has a bit of a fever, but, besides a couple of headaches, that's all. Please, stay and rest.

Lucas: *nods gratefully, taking a bite of soup* well that's good. Thank you for your hospitality. But since my friends and I are in your beds, where will you two sleep?

Mel: Don't worry, we'll be fine with sleeping mattresses on the floor, right James?

James: Mm hmm, whatever... *keeps sketching*

Mel: Well, I'm gonna take care of the dishes quick and give everyone a quick check over and then we should get to sleep.

James: *nods head* Sounds good to me.

Mel: Alright. Now, dishes first. I think I'll just put them in the sink for now...

*A few minutes later*

Mel: Well I just finished the dishes and now gonna check on everyone. *walks into Kai and Zane's room,speaking* How's everyone doing so far?

Zane: I'm doing great. My headache is gone as I knew it would. And again thank you for your hospitality.

Kai: Thank you for everything. *eyes drooping and fell asleep instantly *

Mel: Someone must be tired then. *turns to Zane* You should lie down too so you can get your strength back.

Zane: Sounds like a logical idea. *nodding and lied back down and closed his eyes*

Mel: Well Zane and everyone else so far is doing great and are lying back down. *hears small moan coming from her brother's room and walked in to see James putting his sketch down and went to check on Lloyd.*

James: *places the back of his right hand on Lloyd's head and quickly drew it back* Well this isn't good. His fever has climbed up and his forehead is burning. *leaves to get something to cool his fever*

Lucas: *strokes his cousin's blonde hair* It's alright, Lloyd. Melody and James are taking good care of us.

James: And we will. *places a cold rag on Lloyd's forehead*

Mel: *takes cloth from James and gently dabs on Lloyd's forehead, speaking softly* Hey, it's gonna be alright.

Lucas: *still stroking his cousin's hair* Stay strong, shrimp...

Mel: *looks up at Lucas* Lucas, you should get some rest too. I'll take good care of Lloyd, and if you want to help him tomorrow, it would be best if you got some rest.

Lucas: *nods head* I know you'll take care of him, but I still worry.

Mel: I know how you feel. Now, go get some sleep.

Lucas: *laughs lightly* yes ma'am! *gets up, walks around to the other side, and goes to bed*

Mel: *wipes Lloyd's head again* Hey James?

James: *sitting in the corner, still sketching* Yea? Is something wrong?

Mel: Not wrong, I just want you to get one of those old sippy cups that we use when our little cousins come over.

James: Alright... But why?

Mel: Getting Lloyd to drink some water will keep him from becoming dehydrated. And a normal glass would probably spill all over him and your bed.

James: Okay, I'll go get it. *leaves room*

Mel: *gently rubs Lloyd's arms* it'll be okay Lloyd, just hang in there.

Lloyd: *moves over and groans softly* Thirsty...

Mel: It'll be alright, we have some water coming. Try and sleep Lloyd until it gets here.

Lloyd: *closes eyes and drifts into an uneasy, half-sleep*

*Minutes later*

James: Here Mel, found them. *hands her a green sippy cup*

Mel: *accepts the cup* Thanks James. *turns to Lloyd * Here Lloyd. My brother got you some water.

Lloyd: *slowly opens eyes to see the sippy cup and weakly reaches for it*

Mel: *pushes his hand down gently* Don't strain yourself. You'll need your energy. I'll give it to you myself. Just try to get some sleep.

Lloyd: *slowly nods head*

James: I'll go get the air mattresses filled for us. *leaves room. Opens the hall closet and found two small single air mattresses and a foot pump and dug them out. Rolls out on and begins to press down the pump to deliver air until it was full. And repeats the same step to the other. Goes back to the closest and found a couple spare pillows and blankets and sets them on the mattresses and goes to check on his sister and Lloyd.* The beds are ready, sis. How's Lloyd doing?

Mel: *places the cup by the bedside table on his side* I just gave him some water and is resting. Poor little thing has the worst condition than the others. *turns off lamp*

James: It's alright, Mel. We are doing everything we can to help and we'll wait to see what happens then. But you look exhausted and need to rest.

Mel: Alright, I'll go to sleep for a while, but wake me in two hours so YOU can get some rest too.

James: Fine, but get some rest. I'll keep an eye on Lloyd.

Mel: *walks over and lays down* Oh! If him or anyone gets any worse, wake me. I know first aid and medical procedures a little better.

James: *nods and turns to Lloyd, checking his temp* Don't worry, Lloyd. I'll be right here with you.

Lloyd: *eyes crack open* Thirsty...

James: *picks up sippy cup and places into the edge of Lloyd's mouth* There you go... Not too fast, we don't want you getting sicker. *pulls cup out of his mouth* Anything else buddy?

Lloyd: S-so cold... *involuntarily shivers*

James: *eyes crease in worry* Uh oh... Must be the chills kicking in... Let's see, if I remember correctly, pull covers around them even if they have fever. If the person has chills AND fever, keep blankets up and give them water so they don't overheat or dehydrate. *grabs another blanket from the end of the bed and tucks it around Lloyd* There you go, little guy, it'll be alright. Try and sleep, okay?

Lloyd: *eyes close, once again drifting off into an uneasy half-sleep*

James: Man I'm worried for this little guy. I know he's a kid, but everyone else is alright, why did he get the fever? I'm just glad Mom and Dad are away right now so we don't have to explain everything to them. *hears a sickly moan. Turns to Lloyd and saw he kept shifting. Re-wets the cloth with cold water and gently places it back on Lloyd's head and refills his sippy cup with ice water and says* Just hang in there buddy. It'll be alright.

Lloyd: *eyes creak open* Can...you...sing...please?

James: Sure. Just close your eyes.

Lloyd: *closes eyes and drifts back into uneasy half-sleep*

James: *pulls up a chair next to him and softly stroked his hair* What can I sing? I don't sing all the time, Mel does that. Even when we're both sick. She can sing for Lloyd, but I don't want to wake her up. I know one song our Mom sings to us when we were kids, but can't remember the lyrics. What if I hum it? *humming the lullaby *

Lloyd: *stirs in sleep and a small sigh escaped*

*A couple hours later*

James: *stops humming and lays back on the chair while keeping an eye on Lloyd* Well, it's been about two hours now, so I guess I'll wake Mel... *walks over* She looks so peaceful when she's sleeping... *shakes her awake, saying* Melody, wake up sis... It's been a couple of hours.

Mel: *wakes up and yawns* Thanks. How's Lloyd doing?

James: He's still running a high fever, hasn't been able to sleep soundly, and has started to get the chills. He asked me to sing for him, but that's usually you area of expertise... So I just hummed a little.

Mel: Oh Jimmy, you know you can sing! You just forgot the words didn't you?

James: Yea... Why don't you go check on Lloyd?

Mel: *gets up* And YOU get some sleep. *kisses her brother gently on the cheek*

James: Don't worry, I will. Wake me up in a couple of hours, alright?

Mel: Of course I will. *walks over to Lloyd* How you doing buddy?

Lloyd: *shifts uncomfortably and groans* Thirsty... S-so c-cold...

Mel: *frowns slightly and gives him some water* You're still cold buddy? Hmm... We're out of blankets... Why don't I crawl in next to you?

Lloyd: *shivers* O-okay...

Mel: *pulls back the covers, lays close to the small boy and pulls the covers back up* Do you want me to sing, buddy? I can remember the songs a little better than James at times...

Lloyd: *nods* Please... sing...

Mel: Of course buddy;

Sleep my child,

my lovely child,

bayushki bayu (A/N: Russian for 'good night' this is the title of the song, and is suggested you listen while reading this part)

overhead the moon shines bright,

looking down on you

I will tell you fairy tales;

sing sweet songs to you

close your eyes and go to sleep

bayushki bayu.

Loo-lah lullaby

loo-lah lullaby.

Close your eyes and go to sleep,

bayushki bayu.

Hush, don't cry

you'll be alright,

snuggled safe and warm

while I sing this lullaby

and rock you in my arms.

While the stars shine down on you,

may your dreams come true

close your eyes and go to sleep

bayushki bayu.

Loo-lah lullaby

loo-lah lullaby.

Close your eyes and go to sleep,

bayushki bayu.

Close your eyes and go to sleep,

bayushki bayu.

*sees that Lloyd has fallen asleep, soundly* I'm glad he's fallen asleep... He was exhausted. Now, just to stay here and make sure he stays asleep and warm... I hope he'll be okay.

*Later in the night*

James: *yawns and opens eyes. Checks his wrist watch and saw four hours passed* Mel, you should've woken me up sooner. *gets out of the air mattress and heads towards his room. Walks in to see his sister asleep next to Lloyd and speaks softly* Mel, you should've woken me up a couple of hours ago. *lightly shakes his twin shoulders*

Mel: *groan and yawn to see James next to her* James, what time is it?

James: Almost three in the morning. Luckily it's saturday so we can help recover them before monday.

Mel: Sorry. But I was keeping an eye on Lloyd and I fell asleep next to him to make sure in case he woke up I can help him.

James: How's he doing?

Mel: *checks Lloyd's fever and felt it still hot* Still the same.

James: I'm gonna see if we have any children fever medicine and see if that helps. *leaves room*

Mel: *strokes Lloyd's hair. Hears groan from the person next to her*

Lucas: *yawns* How's Lloyd doing?

Mel: *turns on lamp* He's still burning up and my brother left to look for some medicine for him. You should lie back down and get some more rest.

Lucas: I know I should, but I'm worried about him. After all he's my cousin and I always care and protect him.

Mel: I know he is. But he's in our care as all of you are. So lie back down and we'll wake you up for breakfast.

Lucas: Okay. *lies back down and looked at Lloyd* Hang in there, shrimp. *and closes eyes*

Mel: Hang in there, little guy... James will be back with some medicine soon don't you worry.

Lloyd: *groans, eyes crack open* S-still c-cold...

Mel: *looks around* I'm sure that James wouldn't mind giving up the blanket for our bed... *gets up and takes it, wrapping it tightly around a shivering Lloyd* Here buddy, have a drink of water.

Lloyd: O-okay...

Mel: You need to stay hydrated, Lloyd... *slips the cup between his lips*

Lloyd: *takes a small sip, but when it's pulled out, starts coughing*

Mel: *forehead creases in worry* What did Mom always do for me and James when we were sick? She would sing, give us homemade soup, lay in the bed with us, and... *taps head in thought* Oh! She would rub our backs to help us relax! *speaking softly* Why don't you roll over little guy? I'm gonna rub your back like my momma always did for me when I was sick.

Lloyd: *nods head and slowly rolls over*

Mel: *starts gently rubbing between his shoulder blades* How does that feel, Lloyd?

Lloyd: *moans softly, starting to relax a little*

James: *walks back in, holding a medicine cup* What are you doing, Mel?

Mel: I remembered that Mom would always rub our backs when we were sick to help us relax, so I thought it might work for Lloyd.

James: I remember that. Well, I found some fever reducing medicine, but we don't have much. *hold out medicine cup*

Mel: *takes it from him* Anything will help, the poor boy is on fire. Hey Lloyd, we have some medicine to help you.

Lloyd: *rolls back over* Thanks... *coughs again*

Mel: Here you go buddy... *places cup to his lips and tips it upwards* Swallow that okay? Hey James, I think I'll stay here for now.

James: But...

Mel: No buts, Jimmy, I'm serious. I got a little sleep once I crawled in here. Please, I'll be fine.

James: *sighs* You always were the more stubborn twin... I don't really care, but I don't want you too tired tomorrow, Melody, I'm gonna need your help.

Mel: I'll be fine James, go back to bed. If you wake up first, wake me so I can make breakfast. I'll wake you if I'm up first.

James: Deal. Good night, Mel. *kisses her cheek and left his room*

Mel: *strokes the young boy's hair and slowly closed her eyes*

Mel: I hope you liked chapter two! Tell us in the reviews below! Oh and for next week: I will be at summer camp Sunday through Friday, and will not have time to prepare an update with James for Saturday morning. I will do my best to get it out later on Saturday, but it might be as late as Sunday. Thanks for understanding! :)

James: We'll try and work something out. See you whenever we get the chance to fix the next chapter. :)