Mel: Welcome back! Sorry it's a day late, but like I said, I was at summer camp learning more about myself and God. I hope you had a good week and enjoy this new chapter of Unknown! Oh and don't for get; italics mean thinking! Please review! Me and James LOVE hearing what you think! :)
James: Yea sorry for the late update. But here it is. Enjoy. :)
Chapter 3
*The next day*
James: *slowly turns in sleep and opens eyes. Yawned and crawled out of his small bed. He walked upstairs to his room and saw his twin with Lloyd in her arms, both asleep.* She looks peaceful in her sleep. *looks at his watch to see it was seven* I think it'll be best to not bother her and let her sleep some more because she was up all night. *speaking softly* I'm gonna check on everyone and make some breakfast.
Mel: *groan in her sleep*
James: I'll take that as an okay. *and left room. Walks into Kai and Zane's room and saw them asleep and checked for a fever and pulse and both felt okay. Then checked on Cole, Jay, Nya, and Dawn and both felt the same as Kai and Zane did.* Okay so they're all doing great, besides Lloyd, and looks like they're about to wake up soon. I better make some breakfast. I'll show Mel that I'm a good cook like her.
*in the kitchen*
James: Let's see what I can do for everyone. *looks in the fridge and smiled to a full carton of eggs.* Perfect. *takes the eggs out and walks over to the stove and grabbed a pan and a mixing bowl. Breaks a dozen eggs into bowl and threw the shells into trash can and adds a little milk to make the eggs fluffy and begins to mix the yolks together. Once they were mixed together, and after heating the pan from the stove, takes out a spatula from the drawer next to the stove and poured the eggs in the pan. After flipping them into scramble eggs, takes them off the stove and grabbed ten plates and placed an even amount into each plate and places the plates on the tray from kast*
Mel: James! I told you to wake me when it was time.
James: *turns head to see her messy black hair and chuckled* Well you looked peaceful with Lloyd I didn't want to disturb you. So I checked on everyone and made breakfast. See you're not the only one with cooking skills.
Mel: Uhh...
James: *mischievously smirks* What?
Mel: Nothing. Thank you. *takes the closest plate and takes the first bite* Okay, I'll admit that you can cook good as me.
James: *chuckles. Hears soft moans upstairs* Looks like somebody is waking up.
Mel: *takes tray from her brother* Let's go see who's awake. *walks down the hallway and into the rooms* Let's see... *sets down the tray* Who's awake?
Zane: I am up Melody and so is Kai.
Mel: *takes two plates of eggs and forks into the other room* Good morning boys! My brother made breakfast.
Kai: *looks up* Hm? What did he make? How is everyone else?
Mel: *Passes a plate to Kai and Zane* James made scrambled eggs, and you two are the only ones up so far, but none of you except Lloyd have a fever.
Zane: I hope Lloyd feels better.
Mel: Well, we gave him some fever reducing medicine at about three A.M. and he did get a little sleep, but I don't know.
Kai: *takes bite of eggs* Mmm... these are good.
Mel: I'll tell James you said that. Well, I've got to go check on the others now, so I'll talk to you later, alright?
Zane: Fine, and thanks again.
*With James*
James: *hears quiet moans and mumbles in the other room and grabs two plates and walks into Cole and Jay's room.* Good morning you two. How are we feeling today?
Jay: *yawning* Morning. I feeling better than before. How's Nya and everyone else doing?
James: Well so far Kai and Zane are awake. Dawn and Nya and Lucas are still asleep. And Lloyd is feeling really sick with a fever and we gave him some medicine around three this morning.
Cole: I hope the squirt is alright. And look I'm sorry about last night. I tend to get mad when people make fun of my cooking and I just lose it.
James: It's alright. *hands them their plates of eggs* I made breakfast for you guys.
Jay: Thanks. *takes first bite* Mmm. These are delicious.
Cole: yea they sure are. Thanks for everything.
James: You're welcome. *and left them alone*
Mel: *walks out and sees James coming out if the other room* Hey, are the other boys awake too?
James: Ya, and Cole and I apologized to each other.
Mel: That's good. Oh, Kai and Zane really liked your eggs, by the way.
James: Sweet. I'm gonna check on Lloyd for now, why don't you see if the girls are awake yet?
Mel: I was going to anyways. *picks up plates, walks into her bedroom and sees that both Nya and Dawn are awake* Good morning girls, how are you feeling?
Dawn: Fine thank you Melody. What have you got there?
Mel: oh! My brother James made eggs for breakfast. *hands them both a plate*
Nya: Thanks. How is everyone else doing?
Mel: Well, everyone but Lloyd and Lucas are awake and they're all doing fine. Lloyd was sick all night, but we gave him some medicine to help, but we don't know yet.
Dawn: I hope the little one is okay... What do you think is wrong?
Mel: We don't really know... But we're doing everything we can. Well, I'm gonna go check on them now. Will you ladies be alright in here?
Nya: Will be fine, go help Lloyd.
Mel: Keep resting girls, it'll help. *walks out*
*With James*
James: *walks in with two plates of eggs and sees Lucas sitting up and was stroking his cousin's hair* Morning Lucas.
Lucas: *turns gaze away from Lloyd to see James* Morning.
James: I got you and Lloyd some breakfast and I want to see how Lloyd is doing after the medicine we gave him. *hands Lucas a plate of eggs and places the other on the bedside table near Lloyd*
Lucas: Thank you. *takes bite and looks at Lloyd*
James: *places hand of his forehead and sighed as it still burned* Here Lloyd, I got you something to eat. You should try to eat something. *takes a small piece of egg with the fork and holds it near his lips. And Lloyd shook his head and groans to his fever* Okay, how about some water? *places the egg back on the plate and held the sippy cup near his lips. And Lloyd still shook his head in protest* Mel, I need your help here!
Mel: *hears James call to her* Coming! *walks back in quickly* Is something wrong?
James: Lucas and Lloyd woke up, but Lloyd won't eat or drink anything. A little help?
Mel: *walks over and sits on the edge of the bed next to Lloyd* Sure. Good morning Lloyd, are you feeling any better?
Lloyd: *shakes head and moans* S-still c-cold...
Mel: *frowns and looks up, speaking to her twin* James, go see if any of the others don't want their blankets anymore. *he nods and leaves and Mel looks down and speaks to Lloyd* I know buddy, but I need you to drink a little water for me, okay? *holds sippy cup up to his lips*
Lloyd: *moans softly, but nods, allowing a little of the liquid into his mouth*
Mel: There there, it'll be alright. Now, you think you can eat a little bit for me? *picks up fork with egg on it*
Lloyd: *nods very slowly*
Mel: *places a small piece of egg into his mouth* Good, now just relax okay buddy?
Lloyd: *groans and closes eyes*
Lucas: Wow, you have a way with kids.
Mel: *smiles lightly* thanks. It always just come naturally to me and I love to work with and help them.
Lucas: Thank you for helping us, especially Lloyd.
Mel: Wouldn't dream of not helping you guys. It would go against all my morals not to help you. *lightly dabs Lloyd's head with moist cloth*
*With James*
James: *walks into Cole and Jay's with a worried look*
Jay: What's wrong?
James: Lloyd is shaking like a leaf and I want to see if any of you want to give him your blankets so he stays warm.
Jay: Yeah sure. *tosses blanket to James*
Cole: Anything for the squirt. *tosses his blanket to James*
James: Thanks. *and leaves. Walks into Kai and Zane's room*
Zane: I sense something is troubling you.
James: Lloyd is still cold and my sister wants to see if you're willingly to give up your blankets for him.
Zane: Of course. *tosses blanket to James*
Kai: Anything to help for him. *tosses his blanket with Zane's*
James: *small sigh of relief* Thanks. *and leaves*
*few minutes later*
James: *walks into his room with an armful of blankets* I'm back. Everyone was willingly to give up their blankets for Lloyd. How's he doing?
Mel: Help me tuck him in. *grabs a blanket and tucks the sick Lloyd in* He ate a little and drank some water, but still worried for him.
James: I know you are and I am as well, but we're going to make sure he recovers. *grabs a blanket and folds neatly* Here, put this under his pillow to support his head. Maybe that will help a little.
Mel: *nods and grabs the makeshift pillow. Carefully lifts Lloyd's head up and places it where his head was and softly laid it down.*
Lloyd: *as the blankets are tucked around him, his shivers slow down, no longer incessant*
Mel: *gently wraps another blanket around him* There you go Lloyd, that should help... Come on buddy, stay strong.
James: Do you think we should give him a little more medicine?
Mel: You'll have to read the bottle, the label will say.
James: Hmm, I'll go take a look... * walks out*
Mel: Good idea James. *turns to Lucas, who is watching Lloyd with worry* Hey Lucas, I'm in the school band and I was wondering if it would bother you if I practiced my flute.
Lucas: *looks up at her* You play as well? No, I don't mind as long as Lloyd's okay with it.
Mel: Thanks, when James and I were little, Mom would play music when we weren't feeling good to help us stay calm and relaxed, and since I need to practice, I thought it might help Lloyd.
Lucas: It probably will. I always play my flute when Shrimp has trouble sleeping.
Mel: Alright, I'll go grab it. *goes into her room for a minute and comes back carrying a modern flute case* This is my flute. It's not a traditional one, it's a little more modern, but it sounds good all the same. *slides the head, body, and foot joints together and takes out her music*
Lucas: What are you going to play?
Mel: *shuffles through her music* Well, the slower songs that I have are Overbrook, Celtic air and dance, the midsection of Sentinels, and Sakura kawa, which translates into cherry blossom river.
Lucas: hmm... How about Sakura Kawa? I'd like to hear that one.
Mel: Alright. *takes out music* It doesn't sound as good without the full band, but I'll do my best. *picks up flute and places to her lips and begins to play*
Lucas: *nods his head in time to the music, saying to his self* Mmm, I like this... You can hear the section that's the river, and yet you can also hear the sound of the cherry tree blossoming.
*With James*
James: Let's see the bottle says that you should give the child twelve hours before another dose. But it's already nine so we have to wait for six more hours. I better let Melody know... *hears flute music* What the? *leaves the kitchen. Walks into room and saw Melody playing on her flute playing Sakura Kawa to Lloyd.*
Mel: *playing music. Opens one eye to see James at the doorway and stopped playing* What did the bottle say?
James: We have to wait for another six hours before we can give Lloyd another dose. *looks at Lloyd and noticed his silent snores* But it looks like you took care of him real well. Nice work.
Mel: *looks at Lloyd and stroked his blonde hair* I thought it would help since Mom would do the same to us and felt like it would help Lloyd.
Lucas: Thank you. For everything.
Mel: Hey James, why don't you show Lucas to the bathroom in your room so he can freshen up a bit. I'm gonna show the girls where the restroom in my room is, and since Lloyd's sleeping he'll be fine on his own for a few minutes.
James: Sure, that's fine. Lucas can borrow some of my extra clothes.
Mel: *nods head* sounds good! *walks out to her room and sees Dawn and Nya sitting up chatting* Hey girls, I thought I'd show you the bathroom and lend you some clothes so you can get ready for the day.
Nya: Sounds good, what do you have for us to wear?
Mel: *smiles* I have some outfits that aren't even on the market yet!
Dawn: How'd you do that?
Mel: My mom's a clothing designer and my dad's her manager, and sometimes they let me design my own outfits. Some are for fun, but others actually get sold.
Nya: Wow! That's really cool. What outfits do you have?
Mel: I have three sun dresses I designed. They're all the same, except for color. You can wear those if you like.
Dawn: Thank you Mel, what colors are they?
Mel: One is a rich, but not bright red with blue accents, one is sunshine yellow with pink accents, and the other is aqua-marine blue with violet accents.
Nya: They sound beautiful! I'd love to try the red one!
Dawn: If it's alright, I'd enjoy trying the yellow one.
Mel: *nods head* that's what I was thinking anyways. I'll wear the aqua-marine sundress. The bathroom is right there if you want to take a shower. I'll get your dress out and hang it on the inside door handle for you to change into.
Nya: Sounds good to me.
*James' room*
James: *opens drawer* Let's see what I got for you.
Lucas: *stretches arms and looks to see a picture on the bedside table. Sees a man with brown-trimmed hair and a square jaw with deep green eyes. Sees a woman with jet black hair and soft brown eyes. And in front of them was Melody and James.* Are these your parents?
James: *in arms of a pair of jeans and a grey t-shirt* Yea. My mom is a clothing designer while my dad is her manager. My sister likes to design her own clothes and occasionally sells them. I'm not the type of person who's into fashion so I dress normal.
Lucas: *sigh* I used to have a mother when I was young. She was a dancer and she loved me and my father, but she passed away when I was nine.
James: I'm sorry to hear that. What happened?
Lucas: I don't want to talk about it because it always brings me pain to think or talk about it.
James: I understand then. *looks at Lloyd* Is that why you're protective of Lloyd?
Lucas: Somewhat. I protect him because he's my little cousin and don't want anything to happen to him.
James: Here. *hands Lucas his clothes* Hope these fit fine. My bathroom is right through that door if you want to freshen up. I'll keep an eye on Lloyd for you.
Lucas: Thank you. *heads into the bathroom*
James: *thinking* While I keep an eye on Lloyd, I better find some clothes for the guys* *shuffles through the dresser to find some clothing for them and some to fit Lloyd*
*Melody's room*
Mel: Why don't you go get into the shower, Nya, and I'll get your dress out.
Nya: Sure. *gets up and walks into the bathroom*
Mel: *walks over to closet* Let's see... They're in here somewhere... *moves some other outfits around, searching* Ah ha! Here they are! *pulls out the sundress for Nya*
Dawn: That's really pretty Melody! Can I see mine?
Mel: *smiles mischievously* Uh uh uh! Not until you go to change into it, just like Nya.
Dawn: *starts to jokingly pout* Awww... *starts laughing with Mel* That's fine Melody, I don't care.
Mel: I knew you wouldn't mind. I'm so glad the three of us all have dark hair and medium to pale features, so we can all use the makeup I have here.
Dawn: *nods, but looks skeptical* I usually try to avoid makeup... I think it covers up a girl's true beauty.
Mel: *smiles at her, setting up her vanity* I'm with you on that one. Everything that I design for my mom is designed to be simple, yet stunning. Lots of outfits today say that makeup will make the outfit look better, but mine are just the opposite. They're meant to be so you don't have to cover up to be beautiful, just be yourself. That's why my clothing line is called 'True Self'. Well, I'm gonna stick this in the bathroom for Nya... *cracks open door and slips dress onto the door handle*
Dawn: Your thoughts show how much you stand for being yourself. I really respect you for that. My mother always used to say to me, 'If you stand for nothing, you will fall for everything.'
Mel: *walks back over* Wise words to live by. Well, I think Nya's ready to come out... Just wait til you see it!
*James' room*
James: *has four pairs of jeans and four t-shirts of red, black, blue, and white in separate piles on the empty side of his bed* Okay there's clothes for the guys and need to see if I got anything for Lloyd. I may have something that my cousins left when they were over the last time. *opens the bottom drawer and shuffles through until he found a small green t-shirt and a pair of jeans* Perfect. *grabs them and lays them near the other articles of clothing. Turns and sees Lucas walking out with his new clothes on* How do they feel?
Lucas: They fit fine. Thank you.
James: *grabs the four jeans and shirts and heads to the door* I'm gonna give these to the others and get them ready for the day.
Lucas: Fine by me. I'll keep an eye on Lloyd.
James: Okay. *leaves room and heads to Kai and Zane's room*
Zane: Hello there, James. What can we do for you?
James: My sister and I want to give you guys some our clothes to start the day. *hands him his white shirt and jeans and does the same for Kai with his red shirt and jeans* Through the those doors is a personal bathroom for the guest and you can shower to freshen up.
Kai: Thanks. How's Lloyd?
James: He ate a little so we're keeping in bed for awhile longer before we give him more medicine. Now I must give these to Cole and Jay. *leaves the fire and ice ninja alone and heads towards Jay and Cole.*
Jay: Hey there, James. *sees clothes in his arms* Are those for us?
James: Yea. *hands them his extra clothes to them* Through that door is a personal bathroom for the guest and my sister and I want you to freshen up for the day. And before you ask about Lloyd, I'm about to go check on him.
Cole: Okay. Thanks for the clothes though.
James: You're welcome. *leaves room to his own*
*Melody's room*
Mel: *waiting for Nya to come out* This is the first time anyone has ever worn this dress... I'm a little nervous on how it looks.
Nya: *walks out* Think what you want Mel, but I LOVE it!
Dawn: *gasps* Wow! It's so... so... simply cute! I love the upturned hemline and slightly ruffled tank straps!
Mel: *blushes lightly* T-thanks... I wanted a little ruffle, but not too much. That color suits you really well Nya.
Nya: *smiles* Thanks. I usually don't like a lot of ruffles, so like Dawn said, it's perfect!
Mel: *beams* Dawn, why don't you get into the shower while I work on Nya's hair.
Dawn: Fine by me! *walks into bathroom*
Nya: What are you thinking for my hair?
Mel: Trust me, you'll love it.
*James room*
James: *walks into room and over to Lloyd* Hey buddy, how you feeling?
Lloyd: *opens eyes and lets out a moan* T-thirsty...
James: *frowns slightly* All right buddy, here you go... *holds up the cup to his mouth*
Lloyd: *drinks a little* Thanks... s-so c-cold...
James: *puts hand on Lloyd's forehead, and feels it still burning. Looks at Lucas* He's still burning... and we're almost completely out of blankets... how can he be so cold?
Lucas: *looks worried* I don't know... I'm really worried.
James: You're not the only one... I think I'm gonna get Melody.
*Moments later*
James: *knocks on Melody's door and peeks his head in* Melody?
Mel: What is it James?
James: Lloyd is still cold and we're out of blankets. I don't know what else to do.
Mel: Hmm...*snaps fingers* I know. Why don't you get that heating pad that you used for your back from your pole vault accident.
James: Great idea. I'll go find it. *closes door to leave*
Nya: What happened to his pole vault accident?
Mel: He tried to go over the crossbar and landed on top of it. He couldn't move for a couple minutes and left during his meet.
Nya: Ow. Must've been painful for him.
Mel: Not really. My twin is a strong one when it comes to pain.
*With James*
James: *opens hall closet and shuffles through until he found the heating pad* Here it is. *heads back to his room and stood beside Lloyd. Plugs in the pad and pulls the blankets back and laid the pad on Lloyd's chest and pulled the blankets over him and put the pad onto low heat.* There you are, Lloyd. This should help a little.
Lloyd: *stops shivering* Th..thanks.
*In Melody's room*
Mel: Alright Nya, you can look in the mirror at your hair now.
Nya: *opens eyes and mouth drops open* I-I LOVE IT! Usually I just leave it in the simple bob, but this is so CUTE!
Mel: *smiles* I thought you'd like it if I curled it up on the ends and added that blue flower for accent, you'd like it.
Nya: I really do. Thanks it looks really cute. Hey Dawn, are you coming out?
Dawn: Yes, here I come... *walks out in a dress just like Nya's, but in yellow with pink.* Wow, your hair looks great Nya.
Nya: Thank you, it's all thanks to Mel.
Mel: I'm gonna do your hair the same way, but with a pink flower.
Dawn: Alright.
*A few minutes later*
Mel: There. All done Dawn, go ahead and take a look.
Dawn: *looks in mirror* It's really pretty. Thank you Melody.
Mel: You're welcome. If you girls don't mind, I'm gonna get changed as well. Also, could you make the bed for me? I don't want to be rude, that's just one of my pet peeves.
Nya: *smiles* Of course, we'll take care of the bed.
Mel: Thanks girls! *walks into bathroom*
*with the guys*
Jay, Cole, Kai, and Zane: *walk into where James and Lucas are*
Kai: Hey, how's Lloyd doing?
James: Can't really tell... he's still burning up, but says he's freezing cold.
Jay: I wonder where the girls are...
James: Oh just leave them alone. They're in my sister's room getting ready. Hm... I just thought of something. We should probably make our beds. It's one of Mel's biggest pet peeves.
Cole: Sure.
Zane: Of course, it is the polite thing to do.
All: *go to make their respectful beds as James sits with Lloyd*
James: *sigh* Poor thing. He's strong, but yet he's losing to a fever.
Lucas: My cousin is strong alright. But he's small and fragile to me and the others as we have to protect him.
James: I think we should leave him alone for awhile. Let him breathe without us hovering him. *turns to Lloyd* Lloyd, do need anything else before we leave you alone?
Lloyd: *slowly opens eyes to slits* Th..thirsty.
James: Of course. *takes cup and places it near his lips*
Lloyd: *takes a small sip and closes his eyes in uneasy sleep*
James: *places cup on bedside table and looks at Lucas* Come on. Let's leave him alone for awhile. He's needs to rest.
Lucas: Alright. *heads to door. Stops and looks at Lloyd and left*
James: *tucks Lloyd in tight and opens a window to let air in. Changes into fresh clothes and left his room*
*a few minutes later. All the guys were in the living room *
Zane: We have made the beds for you two since you showed us your hospitality and it's the least we can do to repay you.
James: Thanks. It'll make my sister happy now. (Sarcastic tone)
Mel: I heard that, James!
James: Love you too, sis!
guys: *get a laugh out of it. Heard the door open and all turned their heads upstairs*
Jay, Lucas, Cole, and Kai: *sees the girls and their mouths drop open*
Mel: Well boys? What do you think?
Jay, Lucas, Cole, and Kai: *stutter like idiots*
Zane: *looks at his friends confused* What is wrong? I think they look very nice.
James: *starts laughing at the guys* You... do... look... nice... I... guess...
Mel: *walks up and slaps him on the back of the head* Oh quit your laughing, Jimmy!
Everyone but Melody and James: *starts laughing*
Nya: Did... you... call... him... Jimmy?
James: *turns bright red*
Mel: Yup! I've gotta give my brother a pet name!
James: Mel!
Jay: *stops laughing and walks up to Nya* heh.. heh... You look... beautiful, Nya.
Nya: *blushes lightly* Thanks Jay.
Mel and Dawn: Awww... that's so sweet!
James: Oh knock it off! *gets hit in the head by Mel again* Ouch! *rubs head* Melody, don't we have something to explain to them?
Mel: *quits laughing at her twin* Oh yea... *hears a faint voice calling her name* What was that?
Lucas: I think that was Lloyd calling for you, Mel.
Mel: *looks at James* Do you mind explaining?
James: Nope, go see what the little guy needs.
Mel: Alright, if you're sure... *walks upstairs*
*With Lloyd*
Lloyd: I'm still so cold... I don't know why... uh oh... I feel like I'm gonna puke... *calls out weakly* Melody...
*moments later*
Mel: *walks in James' room and sits beside Lloyd* What is it little guy?
Lloyd: *groan* I feel like...I'm about to...barf.
Mel: Oh dear. *removes blankets and heating pad and pulled him* Come on. I'll take you to my brother's bathroom and you can get rid of the puke.
Lloyd: *speaks softly* Thanks.
Mel: *leads the sick child to her twin's bathroom and to the toilet*
Lloyd: *leans over the bowl and pukes. Took a deep breath and puked again. And a small tear ran down his cheeks as it hurts so much *
Mel: *softly pats his back* There, there. That's right let it all out. *fills a glass of water and heads it to Lloyd* Here, rinse your mouth so you don't ruin your teeth.
Lloyd: *takes glass and takes a mouthful. Swishes the water in his mouth and spat it out in the bowl*
Mel: There we go. Feeling any better?
Lloyd: A little. My head is killing me and I'm tired and cold.
Mel: Come on. Let's get you back to bed. *flushes the toilet and leads the child out of the bathroom. Tucks Lloyd back in her twin's bed and leaves his room*
*With everyone else*
James: *plays with fingers in worry* Guys, there's something you should know.
Kai: What is it?
James: Do you guys remember anything at all last night before you met me and my sister?
Jay: I remember Garmadon using the Mega-weapon on us to 'send' us to a different world and yet we're still here.
James: That's the problem. *everyone gives him a confused look. Takes a deep breath* Because...you're not in Ninjago.
Mel: Well, what did you think? Tell us in the reviews below! Everyone who reviews gets one of my homemade cookie bars! (just ask James how good they are!) Expect an update next Saturday and may the lord bless your week! :)
James: Oh trust me they are good. But now we have a problem. The ninja know they're not in Ninjago and we don't know how they're going to react. See you all next week.