Warning: third oneshot is yaoi; feel free to skip.

*Tell Me the Truth (sequel to Rocky Terrain Pursuit)*

"This should make you feel better," Pythor said, handing Lloyd a glass of water. Lloyd then took it quietly and took a sip before the Anacondrai sat next to him.

"Pythor, can I ask you something," he then asked, "and…will you be honest with me?"

"Uh, sure," replied the confused snake.

"Was Skales serious about you actually caring about me? That you really placed a protection spell sticker on my cloak's hood so I won't get hurt while I was your prisoner?" Pythor immediately understood.

"Yes, it's true," he sighed. "After all the fun we had before our invasion of your old school, I realized just how important it is to keep you safe. You are destined for great things…well, besides the Green Ninja thing. So I betrayed you because you'd be a lot safer with the ninja. Trust me when I tell you this: a Serpentine tribe is no place for a boy of your age…let alone all four and myself. I even placed that sticker you spoke of on your hood while you were asleep back at my tomb should anything happen." Lloyd gulped slightly as he then looked back up to Pythor.

"Were you…were you mad at me when I got caught in Ourobourus?" Pythor turned to him before hugging him.

"I was at first," he answered softly, "but I kept quiet and calm about it so as not to expose you. It will only make matters worse for you if I did. And don't you worry…" He then looked down at Lloyd. "I won't let Skales come after you again." Lloyd just hugged him more tightly with a huge smile on his face.

"Thanks, Pythor…"

*Lloyd Knighted (sequel to Respect)*

Dressed in a blue suit that the Hypnobrai have designed for him, Lloyd made his way down the hall towards Skales. It's the big day…his big day. His time to shine.

Okay, Lloyd, he tells himself. Remember to breathe…breathe…He soon reached the Hypnobrai General and faced him as he then began his speech to the other Hypnobrai:

"Hypnobrai, we are gathered together to celebrate a joyous day. Not too long ago, I came close to meeting my demise at the claws of the exiled Cobra, just as my brother Delvo had years ago. But one boy I had my doubts about came to my aid and rescue and defeated Cobra with a blow that sent him to his demise." He then held his hand out to Lloyd. "As a result, Lloyd has proven himself a true warrior at his young age, for he displayed courage and determination to stand up against the traitor and win the fight. Lloyd Garmadon, son of Lord Garmadon, kneel…" Lloyd immediately got down on one knee and lowered his head, and Skales raised his staff before lowering it onto his shoulders to knight the boy.

"I hereby dub you…Warrior Lloyd Garmadon of the Hypnobrai!" Lloyd then stood up proud as the other Hypnobrai started to cheer and chant his name.

But one amongst the crowds didn't cheer for him. Behind a pillar of ice with a dark cloak draped over him stood Cobra, who glared at the newly knighted boy.

You had beginner's luck, boy…but it will soon run out. With that, he left the celebration and the tomb all together.

*Nightmare Come True (sequel to Missed You)*

"Ugh…" Cole groaned as he started to wake up, feeling drowsy from whatever it was that rendered him unconscious. He then opened his eyes to find himself chained to the wall of some bedroom colored icy blue. He now became wide-awake when he saw the emblem on the bed's headboard.

"The Hypnobrai…No!" He then started to struggle, but the chains on his wrists are too strong for someone of his strength to bust broken.

"I suggest you save your strength, Cole," hissed a voice that made his blood run cold. "You're gonna be here for a long…long time." Cole turned and felt his face turn pale when he saw Skales there, caressing the blade of his Scythe of Quakes with an amorous smirk.

"YOU!" he cried, his face turning red as he recalled the snake kissing him back at the Bounty. Skales only chuckled softly as he continued to caress the Golden weapon in his claws.

"A sharp blade this beautiful weapon has," he purred. "Perfect for someone like you with a sharp mind." He then handed the weapon to Fangtom who stood at his right.

"So this is the black ninja you told me about, Skales," he mused, looking Cole over like some lady in a ball gown. "You certainly can pick your share of the crop."

"Let me go!" Cole yelled, struggling with his chains more. Skales only slithered over to him with a smirk on his face.

"Oh, but you just got here," he whimpered before caressing the ninja's cheek like soft velvet. "Don't worry, my dear Cole. Your stay here with me will be much more fun than with those friends of yours."

"If you so much as hurt my friends," Cole growled, "I swear I'll—"

"Don't worry, I haven't harmed your fellow ninja," he assured him calmly. "But don't count on them trying to find you; we're well hidden thanks to Pythor."

"What are you saying?"

"The Anacondrai are known for their sorcery," Fangtom stated with evil grins. "Even as we speak, he's cloaking our new hideout with an invisibility spell. He has even made those chains for you out of vengestone." Cole gulped slightly at those words before the Anacondrai himself came into the room.

"We're ready to leave," he said to the two Generals. Skales then returned his gaze to Cole.

"Sorry, baby, but our alone time will have to wait," he said. "We're off to free the last two tribes. Until then, here's a little something for you to dream on." He then pressed his lips into Cole's, causing the ninja to emit a muffled cry and Pythor to groan.

"Really?" Skales just pulled away and chuckled as Cole spat to the side to get the taste out of his mouth.

"Later, gorgeous." He then slithered out of the room with Fangtom right behind him before Pythor closed and locked the door.

"This is definitely my nightmare come true," Cole groaned, looking down at the floor in defeat.