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Survivalshipping is funny and amazing and i love it but yknow what would make it even funnier? If, on top of Garmadon dating Vinny, Misako ends up dating, like, Gayle Gossip. Completely independently of him, like neither Misako nor Garmadon are aware of the other's new relationship. So then when they both get invited as the plus-one to like an NGTV News company dinner or something, theyre both just kinda staring at each other like -

Meanwhile Lloyd is just kinda dying in the background. He thought his family drama would end with his dads evil corpse disowning him and adopting a plant instead, but nope! Now hes gotta deal with whatever the hell this is

Happy Valentine's Day 💖💕 (A bit late)

Actually, I have another idea to post. But it's a video that takes time to make. So I tried this idea that I came up with for fun;) (And I love survivalshipping♡)

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Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 101

(I suggest you check out parts 1-100 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Vinnys’ eyes fluttered open as soft chirping from birds and sunshine awakened him. Slowly, but surely he sat up and looked around. Nyssa and Tenshi were both still asleep. Good. He didn’t want to burden them. The cameraman sucked in his breath as his knuckles stung.

He lifted his hand and stared at his bandaged hand. Right. Guess punching a mirror did that. He swung his legs over the side of the couch and stuffed his face in his hands. What was he meant to do?

Gathering all his strength Vinny forced himself onto his legs, before trembling slightly though managing to balance himself as he quietly walked over to the bathroom. Not wanting to wake up Nyssa and Tenshi.

He blinked when he entered the bathroom. The broken mirror shards had been cleaned up, and the broken mirror had a cloth over it. Gods…he felt so guilty for making them do that. To take care of him. Pathetic pathetic pathetic pathetic pathetic…

His breathing quickened as he leaned against the sink and clutched his chest. “Breathe…” Vinny whispered to himself. He didn’t want to wake them up again, they needed sleep.

He stood there for what seemed like hours before his breathing relaxed and his body slowly grew less tense. He was jumpy. Easily triggered. His emotions were sensitive. And it was making him drown. “Fuck…” he muttered, before it slowly turned into a hysteric chuckle.

He was going insane! Funny! He managed to stumble his way out of the kitchen and drop down on the couch. Using his hand to stifle his hysterical laughter. Oh gods…this wasn’t even the worst of it…he could tell. Rida was planning something big. And it would tip him over!

“Vinny…” Tenshi whispered from the other side of the couch as he stared so him.

The cameraman stared at him before flashing him a forced smile, struggling to keep a straight face as he choked on laughter. Tenshis’ expression softened as he got up from his side of the couch and sat down next to Vinny.

“We’re gonna deal with this…I promise” Tenshi whispered as he pulled the cameraman into a hug. “I know what you’re feeling…but I swear it’ll stop…”

Vinny stayed quiet, other than a few soft choked laughs as he avoided eye contact. Slowly those laughs turned into broken sobs as he flinged to Tenshi like a koala to a tree. He was miserable.

It seemed all he did was sleep and cry. He wanted to do something. Something other than cry…

He flinched as he felt another hand rest on his shoulder, before he slowly relaxed. He couldn’t even look at Nyssa like this. It was shameful.

“So, what are we gonna do today?” Nyssa questioned, very clearly trying to distract Vinny.

The cameraman stayed quiet for a minute before clearing his throat. “My friends, they’re probably worried and I need to explain all of this to them…” he whispered as he rubbed tears from his eyes, while laying limp in Tenshis’ arms.

“Then that’s what we’re doing” Nyssa answered with a large comforting smile.

Vinny slowly lifted his gaze and stared at her, he couldn’t stop the soft smile that crept onto his face. Though he turned his attention to Tenshi, a soft look as well. Comforting yet tormented. Years of being trapped.

“Alright then…” the cameraman breathed in as he sat up properly and rubbed his eyes, “So I’m gonna order us food, and then we can go…and your clothes should be dry now” he added as he looked at Nyssa.

Nysaa smiled happily, “Aye aye captain!” She joked as she ruffled his hair. “I’m not really hungry though…”

“Same” Tenshi spoke up. “We were barely fed back then, our appetite’s changed…”

“I’m not hungry either” the cameraman chuckled, “Just thought you two might be”

“Well we can eat later right?” Nyssa asked, receiving a nod from Vinny.

“So we just leave?” Tenshi asked.

“Yep” the cameraman answered.

“Well that’s easy” Nyssa said.

Vinny took a deep breath before getting up and stretching, “I’ll get your clothes” he said, receiving a nod from Nyssa as her and Tenshi watched him walk away.

The cameraman quickly grabbed the clothes before throwing them at Nyssa, who happily took them. “Shit they smell good!” She laughed as she got up before going to another room to change.

“That’s the point” Vinny jokingly called out in response, smiling at the soft laughter of Nyssa.

The cameraman let out a sigh as he sat down on the couch. “How are you gonna tell your friends….” Tenshi spoke up as he looked at Vinny.

“No idea…but they’ve met Enji before, they just don’t know I know him, and I told two about Rida…and there were some that had issues with both of them before…” Vinny said.

“Explaining this to your friends can either go great or terribly” Tenshi confessed, receiving a nod from the cameraman.

“They’re already worried with what’s wrong with me, first it was Enji that came and he fucked up my life” Vinny explained, “Then it was Rida, I thought he might’ve been better than Enji but no, he:S worse much worse”

“Rida conceals who he is, he acts like he’s your friend then stabs you in the back” Tenshi spoke.

“I learnt that the hard way” Vinny laughed out as he brushed a hand through his hair. “What’s the point of him trapping all of us?”

“No idea” Tenshi answered, “I doubt it’s just a source of entertainment and I hope it isn’t”

“Agreed, who’s so sick that they trap and make people fight just for entertainment” the cameraman sighed out.

“There probably is a deeper reason” Tenshi said, before turning his attention to the room Nyssa came out of.

“I have never felt better” Nyssa said with a large smile as she sat down next to them.

“Agreed” Tenshi spoke up, before watching Vinny get up and stretch. “We’re leaving?”

“The longer we take the leave the more time Rida has to find us” The cameraman muttered as he grabbed his cloak and wrapped his arm bracers in it before shoving his dagger in his pocket.

“Guess you’re right, and I really wanna meet your friends” Nyssa answered as she got up.

“Do you even have shoes?” Vinny asked, “I know you don’t” he said as he pointed at Tenshi.

“Sort of? Not really” Nyssa chuckled awkwardly before watching the cameraman grab some shoes.

“Both of you try them, some are too big for me” Vinny said as he gave them the shoes. “Socks” he threw socks at them.

The two nodded at him and tried the shoes on. “Well it fits” Tenshi confessed, Nyssa nodded in response.

“Then we leave” the cameraman answered as he went to the door and opened it, followed by Nyssa and Tenshi. “Also, don’t try to talk to anyone, people can either be an absolute bitch or too kind”

“Wasn’t planning on it” Tenshi answered as they walked out of the apartment and into an elevator which Nyssa was resisting poking the buttons.

Eventually they made it down and Vinny chuckled when he saw Nyssa and Tenshi squint their eyes. “You all fine with walking?” The cameraman questioned.

“Obviously” Nyssa teased, “Are you?”

“Yes I am” Vinny answered as he stuck out his tongue, smiling when he saw Tenshi let out a soft chuckle. “Walk‘s like 15 minutes, give or take”

“That’s not bad” Tenshi said, receiving a nod from the two as they began to walk. The walk was fairly boring expect Nyssa and Tenshi pretty much staring at everything and Nyssa petting every dog she saw. Vinny couldn’t blame her at all.

Eventually they stopped at a large staircase. “We’re here” the cameraman spoke up, his voice extremely shaky.

“I am not walking up there” Nyssa spoke bluntly as she stared up the stairs.

“Relax! You think I would?” Vinny laughed as he went over to an elevator. “This’ll take us right up!” He said with a nervous chuckle.

“Good” Nyssa and Tenshi said in unison as they followed Vinny. They watched him press the button and watched the elevator door open.

The three entered the elevator and watched it closed. As they all stood there Nyssa and Tenshi let our a sigh when they saw Vinny anxiously bouncing his leg.

“It’ll be fine” Nyssa comforted him as she patted his back.

“I doubt it…I should’ve told them straight away” the cameraman confessed as he brushed a hand through his hair while he still held his cloak.

“They’ll probably be a little upset, but they’ll understand” Tenshi said, receiving a soft smile from Vinny.

“Alright then…” the cameraman whispered before taking a deep breath as the elevator door opened. Nyssa and Tenshi exited it first, while Vinny just stood there. He didn’t want to do this.

“They’re gonna find out eventually” Tenshi said to him as he watched Vinny slowly exit the elevator.

“I know” the cameraman whined as he stood in front of the monastery door.

“They’ll understand” Nyssa said in an attempt to soothe his worries.

The cameraman took a deep breath before knocking on the monastery door. The three stood there for a minute. Vinnys’ heart pounding in his chest as his hair stood on ends.

He took a shaky breath when the door opened, Nya. Probably the best outcome. “H-hey?” Vinny greeted awkwardly before freezing when Nya hugged him.

“Where the hell did you go!?” The water ninja questioned. “And who are they?” She stared at Nyssa and Tenshi with a soft yet curious smile.

“It’s…best I explain it all with everyone” the cameraman confessed as he rubbed the back of his neck. “And this is Nyssa and Tenshi met them like 3 days ago, I’ll explain how but get everyone please” Vinny reluctantly spoke up.

“Alright…but you’re telling us the truth I don’t want elaborate lies” Nya sighed out as she rubbed her temples before letting the three in the monastery. “Sit out here, I’ll get them”

The three nodded, walked in and sat down together, before watching Nya go inside, “Everyone outside now!” Nya called out, causing Vinny to tense up, what’s about to happen was really hitting him.

“She seems fun” Nyssa told Vinny.

“That’s Nya, elemental master of water…she is fun, you’d like her” The cameraman answered.

“How many people do you have to explain this to?” Tenshi questioned.

“Uhh…” Vinny began to count on his fingers, “Nine here and three other people that aren’t here”

“Oh fuck…I thought it was like 5…” Nyssa confessed, “That’s worse than I thought…”

“I know” the cameraman sighed as he dropped his face in his hands. He didn’t want to do this anymore. He wanted to curl up in ball and die.

Nyssa and Tenshi said some things to him, probably something comforting, but he wasn’t listening, he was too absorbed in his own thoughts.

Vinny tensed up when he saw everyone come out of the monastery, their eyes landing on him, shock, confusion and worry. He tried his best to ignore how Garmadon was practically boring holes in his head.

“Told you he was alive…” Lloyd whispered to his father, receiving a soft nod. The cameraman could feel Nyssa and Tenshis’ worry for how this situation might go.

Vinny stared at the ground, ignoring what everyone was saying to him. They were worried, rightfully so. “I-I’ll explain…” he sighed out as he anxiously bounced his leg, watching as the others sat down, ready to listen.

This was gonna be terrible.

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 100

(I suggest you check out parts 1-99 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Vinny bounced his leg anxiously as he brushed a hand through his hair, he looked back at Tenshi, who was still laying on the couch. It made the cameraman smile, it was nice Tenshi was free. He deserved it.

Though Vinny was torn out of his thoughts by Nyssa coming out, wearing a spare white shirt and shorts, she had her old clothes in her hands. “That was the best thing ever!” She spoke up, her eyes shone with happiness as he fixed her hair.

“Nice you enjoyed it” The cameraman chuckled, as he put a hold to his leg bouncing, he didn’t need anyone noticing that.

Vinny got up and went to the fridge pulling out three cold bottles of water, “Here you go” he said as he threw one to Tenshi, then one to Nyssa. “Figured we all need something refreshing” he chuckled as he opened a bottle and drank from it as he sat back down.

“Thanks…I forgot how much I enjoyed freedom” Nyssa whined as she slumped back down on the couch next to Tenshi, who was now sat up, and drinking water.

“Is it that good?” Tenshi questioned as he stretched.

“Even better!” Nyssa replied with a large smile as she drank water and looked over at Vinny, though her expression was somber. Was something wrong?

“You should go now” the cameraman spoke to Tenshi, who nodded as he got up. “You wanna deal with that?” He added as he pointed to Tenshis’ very unkept beard.

“I suppose so” Tenshi answered as he rubbed his chin.

“Should be a razor is the drawer” The cameraman answered, Tenshi nodded as he headed for the bathroom. “Take as long as you need! Once you’re out I’ll order us food!”

“Sounds good!” Tenshi called out as he shut the bathroom door.

“Food sounds amazing” Nyssa confessed as she melted back into the couch, she clearly was happy at the thought of different food.

“Makes sense! I can’t imagine surviving a week eating whatever food that was, how’d you last for 2 years? How did Tenshi last for 25 years?” Vinny laughed out as he unclasped his cloak and put it on the edge of the couch, before doing the same with his arm bracers.

“I don’t know either! But can you imagine how Tenshi looks without a beard?” She questioned with a laugh. “And what do I do with these?” Sen asked once more as she held up her old clothes.

“No idea! But probably better, than now” the cameraman answered as he walked over, “And I’ll go wash those” He added as he took her old clothes.

“Thanks” Nyssa sighed as she walked him go to a different room and came back empty handed.

“Wanna watch something?” Vinny questioned as he slumped back down on the couch next to her.

“Yes! I haven’t watched it in so long!” Nyssa answered almost immediately.

“Figured” the cameraman chuckled as he turned on the tv and went to a random channel.

Nyssa watched eagerly, she just seemed happy that she could do things she couldn’t while she was trapped.

Vinny sat there, watching in silence, his mind still consumed by overwhelming thoughts of what Rida was planning. His leg started bouncing again as he tapped his finger against the couch.

Rida was probably looking for them. He was probably always watching. They weren’t safe. Not here. Not anywhere. Though Rida probably didn’t know where they went. But he knew where Vinny would go.

The cameraman was stressed, tired and hungry. He was gonna go to the monastery tomorrow and hope the others were back. Then if they could, he would find a way to the kingdom. He had to talk to Deity. Vinny buried his face in his hands and groaned.

Someone had to know why Rida was trapping people, it couldn’t just be some sick source of entertainment. Deity probably knew the most, or maybe Enji? Speaking of Enji, did he know about this? Was he sort of this? Was-

Vinny let out a squeak as he felt a hand on his shoulder. “You okay?” Nyssa questioned softly, her face painted with worry as she stared at him.

“Y-yea, why do ask?” The cameraman answered with a soft smile, as he sat up straight and stilled his leg.

“Seriously?” Nyssa chuckled, “It’s obvious, what’s on your mind?” She questioned as she put a hand on his back.

“Do you know a guy named Enji?” The cameraman asked, he had to know if Enji played some in this.

“Enji? Never heard of him, why?” Nyssa answered.

“He works with Rida…I just don’t know if he’s involved with us being trapped” Vinny spoke with a soft sighed as he anxiously brushed a hand through his hair.

“Weird, never heard of him” Nyssa said, “We can ask Tenshi, he knows a lot”

“Alright…” the cameraman whispered as he leaned back against the couch.

“Hey, c’mon…relax a little, I know you’re worried” Nyssa whispered, “But loosen up, you need a break…and you deserve a break…” she added softly.

“You sound like Tenshi…” Vinny painfully chuckled as he rubbed his eyes, he had very obvious eye bags. “I’m gonna order food now…get it in time for when Tenshi finishes…any requests?”

“Uhhh…chicken! And sushi!” Nyssa answered with a large smile, the cameraman smiled softly and nodded before getting up and going to the landline. Every house had a landline at this point, with all the problems, it was safer this way.

“I need to get a new phone” Vinny whispered to himself, it was just then he realised he lost his phone ages ago.

“What’s up?” Nyssa questioned, hearing his mumbling.

“Nothing, just trying to remember something…also, what do you think about getting a phone?” The cameraman asked her, hearing tried his best to not sound like he was asking a teenager if they wanted a phone, but it didn’t work.

“Not now, we both have more issues than phones at this time and I think with whatever Rida might be planning, it might break before I get to properly use it” Nyssa laughed out as she fixed her hair.

Vinny just nodded before going back to the landline, he ordered the food, but didn’t sit on the couch and just went back to sit on the chair near the kitchen counter.

The cameraman grabbed a paper and pen from a rack of books. He began writing names, Deity, Willow and Shancai friends. Rida, enemy. Enji, enemy? Friend? None.

The bathroom door opened as Tenshi came out, same outfit as Nyssa, white shirt and shorts. A clean shaven face and long, curly, untangled hair.

“Oh wow! Someone’s looking fresh!” Nyssa laughed out, it was true. Tenshi suddenly didn’t look like he’s been trapped for 25 years.

“She’s right, you don’t look like a trapped homeless man” The cameraman laughed out, as Tenshi walked over and sat on the couch.

“Well I no longer feel like it either” Tenshi chuckled softly as he brushed a hand through his hair. “And you were right, that was the best thing ever” he added as he looked at Nyssa.

“I told you!” Nyssa said happily as she looked back at Vinny. “I will never be able to thank you enough”

“Like I said, it’s fine” the cameraman answered, “You both deserved freedom and that place was hell”

“Fine my ass” Tenshi joked as he playfully rolled his eyes, he was so much more livelier than when he was trapped.

“Vinny ordered food” Nyssa told Tenshi, who just nodded. “I can’t wait to eat! I never want to taste that food again, also because you were gonna starve yourself instead of eat it” she added as she looked at Vinny with as teasing smile.

“It was disgusting!” The cameraman whined.

“Yes it was…” Tenshi sighed out.

“You should go shower” Nyssa told Vinny.

“Later, after we eat” The cameraman answered with a weak smile, his body ached. He had no energy to move. Yet he couldn’t sleep even if he wanted to. Fearful thoughts of what Rida could be planning, plagued his mind and tormented him.

“You sure? I’m sure if the food comes we can get it” Tenshi joked softly.

“Yep” Vinny answered with a soft nod.

“Alright then! We’ll make sure you do it later” Nyssa said as she stretched back and stared back at the tv.

The cameraman smiled to himself softly as he watched Tenshi look at the tv as well, this was nice.

“Hey, Tenshi…Vinny said that there was this guy named Enji that worked with Rida” Nyssa spoke up, “You heard of him before?” She continued, as Tenshi looked at her.

“Enji…no, never heard of him” Tenshi answered as he thought, “As far as I knew Rida worked alone”

“I was thinking that too…never heard of Rida working with some” Nyssa said, “How’d you find about him?” She asked Vinny.

“He stabbed my hand and foot” The cameraman answered bluntly, “Also met Enji before Rida…Enji is like a pawn”

“Strange…” Tenshi whispered, “He and Rida, are they acquaintances?”

“Friends from what I’ve seen” Vinny answered.

“Well now we have more than one problem…” Nyssa sighed out, “but as we said before that’ll be a tomorrow problem” she chuckled.

“Agreed” Tenshi and Vinny spoke in unison as they both nodded. Then there was silence as the three sat there.

Time went by quickly as there was a ring from the door, all three of them perked up as Vinny got up and opened the door. Nyssa and Tenshi watched like happy puppies, eyes shining as they stared at the door.

The cameraman shut the door quickly and held two bags. “That smells good” Nyssa whined as she melted into the couch.

“Sure does” Vinny chuckled as she sat on the couch and put the food on the table in front of them.

The cameraman took the food out and smiled to himself when he could feel Tenshi and Nyssa patiently waiting happily. “C’mon you two, I’m not stopping you…eat” Vinny laughed as he leaned back into the couch.

Nyssa listened first and took a bite of a burger, “Fuckkk…I never wanna be trapped again” she sighed out in relief as she savoured the food.

“I don’t think you wanted to be trapped to begin with” Vinny teased, causing Nysaa to playfully nudge him. The cameraman just laughed out before it faded when he saw Tenshi sitting there, unmoving, just staring at the food. “C’mon eat…you deserve it” Vinny whispered as he handed a burger to Tenshi.

Tenshi just blinked before taking a bite of the burger, he melted into the couch. “I am killing Rida for trapping me…” Tenshi muttered as he stuffed his face with the burger.

Nyssa and Vinny laughed together as they both continued eating. The three made jokes and happily ate, “I swear I’m gonna start crying…” Nyssa laughed as she rubbed tears of happiness from her eyes.

“If you cry I’ll cry” the cameraman said with a soft smile, “And I was there for like three days”

“Three days…compared to 2 years…and then to 25…” Nyssa whispered as she leaned back, throwing her head against the couch. “Wow…how’d you handle…?” She asked Tenshi.

Tenshi sat there for a while, before lowering his head, his semi wet hair falling down and covering his face.

“Hard at first…killing was terrible” he began as Vinny and Nyssa listened intently. “Though…you realise emotions were useless there, sympathy and mercy weren’t getting you anywhere…”

“Well…i guess it worked in the long run…” the cameraman whispered.

“Yea…but hey! Sympathy is good! It got us all out of there!” Nyssa spoke u with a large smile, Tenshi smiled sombrely as he leaned into the hug he and Vinny were pulled into.

“Let’s finish eating…” the cameraman sighed softly, the two nodded as they all continued eating.

Awhile later they all finished eating and Vinny was back sitting near the kitchen countertop, he didn’t seem to like siting on the couch. The cameraman was once again absorbed in his overwhelming thoughts as he buried his face in his hands once again.

He had to tell Garmadon about this. When he made it back to everyone there was no way he could keep this a secret! What excuse could he come up with for disappearing for three days? He just went on a walk? Oh fuck no…he had to tell them…

Would Garmadon take it well…? Would he be upset at not being told sooner? Maybe Vinny could have Nyssa and Tenshi explain while Wu and Jay explain what they know so far? Maybe if they make if back to the Ivory Kingdom Shancai, Willow and Deity could help?

Fuck…this was so difficult. He wanted to tell them. He really did. But it seemed like his voice was just sucked out of him. The words were always stuck in his throat. Asking for help was hard…it shouldn’t be this hard, but it was.

“You should go shower now…” Tenshi whispered from the couch as he turned around to look back at Vinny, the cameraman blinked for a moment before his expression softened as he recognised Nysaas’ sleeping form on the couch.

“Later…” Vinny muttered out.

“No…now” Tenshi repeated, “You deserve it the most…and plus Nyssa said she was gonna get you to shower one way of another…” he chuckled quietly, causing Vinny to smile before giving in as he got up.

“Alright…don’t burn the place…” the cameraman quietly joked as he entered the bathroom, he could feel Tenshis’ worried eye staring him down. Was he anxiousness that obvious?

Vinny let out a sigh as he stared at the mirror, he looked terrible. Dirt covered his cheeks, more prominent eye bags and an expression that read he looked like he was in hell.

The cameraman rubbed a hand down his face, no wonder Nyssa was staring at him like that before…Tenshi probably was as well, he just hadn’t noticed. “Shit…” he muttered to himself as he rubbed a finger against a scab on his cheek, with dried blood around it.

He let out another sigh before pulling his shirt over his head and throwing it to the side. His muscles ached. His body dirty. Did Nyssa and Tenshi feel like this too? He would ask…he wanted them to be comfortable. Wanted them happy…

Vinny stripped the rest of his clothing before entering the shower and turning the knobs. Water fell down his aching body. Somewhat soothing him. He enjoyed being here. It wasn’t as nice as the monastery or kingdom, but it was familiar. And the familiar place was comforting.

The cameraman yawned as he rubbed his head with shampoo. Nyssa and Tenshis’ shower must’ve been heavenly. He washed his hair out and went to scrub him body. And gods it felt good. Just from the water alone he felt a hundred times cleaner.

“Fuck…” he groaned as he splashed his face with water, his eyes stung. Not from anything this particular, they just burned. They were blurry ears tears streamed down his face. He didn’t know why he was crying. Pathetic…couldn’t even last 3 days in there…

His eyes were drawn to his hand, a faint scar from when Enji stabbed him. Faint pain lingered. Pained memories. He put a hand out in front of him to steady himself as his legs trembled beneath him. He felt dizzy. Why? No idea. Exhaustion was catching up to him quickly.

Vinny clutched his head and slid down the shower wall till he was sat on the ground. Dried blood from his body dripped down alongside the water. Slowly cleaning him. He needed to finish here. Before Tenshi came and grew suspicious.

Slowly but surely he got up and finished washing himself. Once he exited the shower he stared at himself in the mirror. He hated mirrors. It reminded him of Enji. He clenched his fists and took a deep breath. He eventually dried himself and threw on some clothes. And staring at the mirror once more.

Staring at a mirror felt like Enji was mocking him. Silently laughing. His breathing quickened as he clenched his fists tighter, shutting his eyes tightly. All he could hear was Enjis’ mocking laughter. It was sickening, thought…there was Ridas’ voice there as well….

He hated it. He hated it. He hated it. It was suffocating. He hated being mocked. He covered his ears. Tears pricked in the corner of his eyes. The noise was killing him. His ears rung. He bit his lip before there was a sickening crash as his hand met with the mirror, causing it to shatter into pieces.

Vinny blinked, his tears coming to a halt as he stared at the shatter mirror. Then at his fist…glass shards had embedded themselves in there. Soft stinging pain. Though it felt numb.

The cameraman stayed quiet before his legs gave out and he dropped to the ground. He didn’t cry. Didn’t speak. Just sat there. Hands dropped by his side. He felt numb.

He was drawn out of his thoughts by a knock at the door. “Vinny…?” A soft voice called out, Tenshi.

Vinny wanted to answer, but he couldn’t. His voice got stuck in his throat. He couldn’t get up either. He couldn’t feel his body. There was another knock and Tenshi calling out again.

Tears slowly fell down his face, a blank expression. Just tears. Of pain? Of sadness? He didn’t know. He didn’t know. He didn’t know.

He could hear another voice from outside the door, probably Nyssa. He woke her up, how selfish of him. All because he couldn’t get up. All because he let his emotions gets the better of him. Pathetic. This was pathetic. He was pathetic.

There was banging on the door. They were trying to get in. It would be easier if he just got up and opened it. But he couldn’t. Or could he? Did he want to open? Was he lying to himself? Did he even want to see them? He didn’t know. He didn’t know anything anymore!

The door swung opened as a worried Nyssa and Tenshi stood there. Nyssa immediately crouched down next to Vinny and held his hand. “What happened?” She asked worriedly.

Vinny stayed quiet, he didn’t know what happened. “Stay with him, I’m sure there’s bandages somewhere in here” Tenshi said as he left the bathroom.

Nyssa pulled Vinny into a hug and comforted him. “It’s okay…you’re gonna be okay…” she whispered as he rubbed her finger against his bloody knuckles.

He should’ve felt pain…but he didn’t. It was numb. Everything was numb! He wanted to feel something. Anything! Pain! He wanted to feel pain!

Tenshi came back sooner than expected with a little bag. “Found some” he said as he sat on the ground and gently took Vinnys’ hand.

He didn’t flinch when he felt alcohol wiped on his cut knuckles. It didn’t hurt. Nyssa and Tenshi seemed to have noticed this as they exchanged looks.

Eventually Vinny ended up with bandages around his knuckles. Not a word came out of him as he was helped off the ground and out of the bathroom onto the couch.

“Drink…” Nyssa whispered as she handed him some water, he slowly took it and drank it. His lips were dry and chapped, yet the water soothed it.

“Sleep…” Tenshi said softly, his expression was pitiful. Vinny hated being this weak. He watched to curl up in a ball and die. But they were right, he was exhausted. And eventually leaned back into the couch, before his eyes drooped shut as exhaustion overtook him and his blacked out. No feeling at all…

What a strange day…

(Haven’t updated in a while and I apologise, so i decided to come back and give Vinny more trauma and this is a long chapter, also I love how this is chapter 100 dedicated👍)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon) Part 99

(I suggest you check out parts 1-98 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Morning came quickly as Vinny was once again awoken by the blinding sun, it took him a minute to realise that Nyssa was still next to him, awake as well.

“Morning…” the cameraman yawned as he stretched.

“Mornin’ sleepy head, sleep well?” She asked as she stared out the bars.

“Yea…” Vinny answered, “Best sleep I had in a while, strange though considering I killed someone yesterday”

“Exhaustion caught up to you I guess” Nyssa chuckled, “Also you’re gonna eat, I don’t care what to you, you haven’t eaten in a while”

“Alright” the cameraman sighed out, he was too tired to protest and watched her get up and go to find some food.

As Vinny looked around the cell, he saw Tenshi in the same spot as al, the others day. He really like that spot. Though the cameraman looked away, he didn’t want Tenshi think he was prying.

Once again Vinny found himself staring out at the arena. The plan had to work. If it didn’t work…well, let’s say he would have no idea of how to escape and they would all die. He was drawn out of his thoughts by Nyssa coming back and sitting back down next to him while handing him a bowl.

“Tenshi’s in a mood” she spoke up, “but whatever plan you have must be good, right?”

“Yea…if I’m right it should take us out of this place” the cameraman answered as he stared at the bowl of ‘food’.

“Well, I don’t have much hope for it” Nyssa laughed, “but it’s our only option and I trust you, anyone who has the guts to yell at grandpa over there” she added as he pointed at Tenshi.

“Thanks…” Vinny sighed out as he reluctantly ate, just as bad as he remembered.

“So it’s gonna be groups of three, the three people you’re closest too when were sent to those other cells” Nyssa said, “Like it or not, but we’re gonna have to sit with Tenshi for a while”

“It’s fine, all I can hope is that he won’t kill me” The cameraman chuckled half-heartedly as he anxiously brushed a hand through his hair.

“He won’t, like I said, he’s just a grumpy old man” Nyssa laughed as she put a hand on his back. “Up you get, it’s best we sit close to him now” she added as she standing up.

“Alright…” Vinny sighed out as he stood up and followed her.

“Don’t kill him” Nyssa spoke to Tenshi as she slumped down against the wall, the cameraman sitting next to her, trying to avoid being near Tenshi.

“Don’t have a reason to” Tenshi muttered under his breath as he very obviously rolled his eyes.

“C’mon! Have some faith in him” Nyssa said as she gently elbowed him, “It’s worth a shot either way, you’ve been here for 25 years! Anything’s worth a shot”

Vinny smiled softly, he enjoyed having someone here believe in him. Nyssa had the welcoming energy Willow, and the love of Deity with wits of Shancai.

Tenshi was only much like Shancai, quiet, brave and strong, emotions well hidden. It wasn’t something that Vinny minded, sure Tenshi was on the grumpy side, but 25 years trapped in this hellhole? He couldn’t blame Tenshi at all.

“Keep eating” Tenshi just grumbled to Nyssa, who just laughed and kept eating.

“Honestly best out come for this is that we fight near the end” Nyssa spoke up, Tenshi nodded while the cameraman looked at them with curiosity.

“Beginning is when the more entertaining ones fight, near the end is the weaker ones” Tenshi explained.

“I don’t think we’re gonna go near the end” Vinny confessed.

“Why’s that?” Nyssa asked.

“Have you seen us? We have a man who’s been here for 25 years” the cameraman explained.

“He’s right, but if your plan works and it better work then it won’t be much of a problem” Tenshi spoke up as he glared at Vinny.

“Then we’ll just have to hope his plan works” Nyssa said with a smile as she tried comforting the cameraman.

The two just nodded as they sat in silence for a few minutes, the tension was thick yet no one wanted to break. No one knew what to say.

“Let’s say we do escape…” Nyssa began, her voice soft as she rested her head against the wall, “What are we gonna do?”

Silence. Before it was broken once more.

“Find my wife and kids…” Tenshi whispered as he caught both of their attention.

“That’s sweet…I never knew you were married…” Nyssa chuckled, “You?” She asked Vinny.

“I…” the cameraman spoke, his voice quiet. He didn’t really know what to do. He wanted to find his friends, he wanted to find Garmadon. But then what? Rida was still gonna go after him. Rida wanted something from him, but what?

“You okay?” Nyssa asked, it was obvious Vinny had a lot on his mind.

“Y-yea sorry…” the cameraman answered, “I need to get back to my friends and deal with something when I’m out of here”

“What about you?” Tenshi asked Nyssa.

“Me? I don’t have much planned” she answered though it was vague.

“Family or friends?” The cameraman questioned.

“None that would particularly care, as for family there’s none” Nyssa awkwardly confessed as she rubbed the back of her neck.

“Oh” Tenshi and Vinny said in unison, it was as if they were hit by a truck.

“Well! You can stay with us, right Tenshi?” Vinny asked, he was more than welcome with Nyssa staying with him.

“I mean…sure?” Tenshi answered awkwardly.

“You don’t have to do that…” Nyssa said as she smiled softly.

“Oh please! Yes I do, so you’re staying with me when we do get out” the cameraman reassured her.

“Thanks…” Nyssa sighed out, this was nice.

The three sat there for a while before they were dropped in a cell. “Great” Vinny sighed out as he fell on the ground, he was never gone get used to that.

“Well whatever you have planned better not get us killed” Tenshi said as he got up and stared out of the cell, two different cells opened as 6 people were released.

“At least we’re not fighting first” Nyssa spoke as she tried lightening the mood.

“I guess…” the cameraman answered as he stared out the cell too, his hand reaching for his dagger in his pocket.

“Don’t fight, whatever you have to do, do it while we distract them” Nysaa spoke as she pulled Vinnys’ hand away from his pocket.

“She’s right, if you’re right with your plan it’s best you do it while we make sure you survive” Tenshi added.

“Alright…” the cameraman sighed out, protesting against them was useless and well it’s not like he wanted to piss Tenshi off more.

Slowly but surely, their gate opened. Vinny was nervous. And so was Nyssa. Tenshis’ expression was unreadable as they walked out, his hand holding onto the axe.

They were going against Tex and 2 other people, Vinny couldn’t remember anyone else and didn’t want to.

Quickly they started fighting, Vinny dodged attacks the best he could, but it was tough. One person had an arrow and was constantly shooting while the other two were close combat.

But Tenshi held them off well and it was impressive. Fighting alongside him was when Vinny could really appreciate his strength.

Nyssa was good too, defending herself with ease. Though the cameraman turned his attention, trying to find the mirror shard on the ground.

“What’s up?” Nyssa questioned as she came closer to Vinny, she was curious if he was trying to do whatever he was planning.

“Trying to find something…” the cameraman answered as Nyssa continued defending herself.

“Take as long as you need!” Tenshi hissed as he tightened his grip on the axe before swinging it, a sickening shriek as a hand fell to the ground.

Vinny ignored it the best he could as he continued scanning the area, thought he sound of grunting and weapons clashing against each other was quite distracting. His eyes caught on a shine, across the whole arena, perfect…right past the enemies.

“Nyssa!” The cameraman called out, she snapped her head towards him. “I need you to cover me!”

“Where to?” She questioned, Vinny pointed the way and she just nodded.

“Tenshi! Help me cover him!” She called out, a nod from him as well as he came closer.

“Be quick” Tenshi said to Vinny.

“I’ll try!” Vinny awkwardly chuckled as he ran out, arrows flew by, but they were knocked away by Nyssa while people were kept away from Vinny.

The cameraman ran, faster than ever. He ignored everything around him and just fixated on the stupid piece of mirror that could be his way out of here.

As an arrow almost hit him, he lunged forward towards the ground, dodging it and grabbing the shard off the ground. He took a deep breath. He wasn’t dead, yay.

Staring at the shard, he got back up and stared at Nyssa and Tenshi who were looking at him with curiosity. Vinny ran to them again, trying his best and managed to dodge attacks again.

“Vinny what-?” Nyssa was cut off by her arm and Tenshis’ arm being grabbed by Vinny as he ran dragging them along.

“Just run around, I need to fix this!” The cameraman answered as he stared at the mirror shard, reluctantly the two listened following him and still managed to fight back.

Best thing would be if they were taken to the monastery, Ivory Kingdom or his apartment. Any would be good. He didn’t mind going anywhere. He just wanted out of here.

“Hold onto me!” Vinny said, the two listened and grabbed Vinnys’ arm as he threw the mirror shard in the air, he was just copying what Enji always did.

The mirror shard came back down, instead of hitting them in the head, they were instead engulfed by it and dropped into a house. The three laid on their backs as they just blinked, the mirror shard on their ground.

Slowly, but surely Vinny sat up and looked around. He was at his apartment. “Yes! Fuck yes!” The cameraman shouted as he got off the ground and slumped down on the couch.

Nyssa and Tenshi laid on the ground for a while before Nyssa got up first. “Where…are we?” She asked, cautiously as she looked around.

“My apartment! And I told you it would work!” The cameraman answered happily, he had never been so relieved before.

“So we’re…free?” She questioned, Vinny nodded and pulled her down to sit on the couch. “Wow…” she whispered as she looked at the roof.

“You ok?” Vinny asked her.

“Y-yea…I don’t know to process this!” She chuckled.

“What about you?” The cameraman asked Tenshi, who was still laid on his back on the ground, staring at the ceiling.

“I don’t know…” Tenshi whispered.

“C’mon! Get up, this couch is soft!” Nyssa laughed out as she pulled Tenshi up and onto the couch.

“I’m not as dumb as I look” Vinny chuckled to the two.

“Clearly!” Nyssa laughed as she ruffled his hair, thought Wh two were distracted by Tenshi standing up and going out to the balcony. It was midday, the sun was gonna set soon.

Nyssa and Vinny exchanged looks, they hadn’t been stuck in that hellhole for as long as Tenshi…they couldn’t possibly imagine what he was feeling…

The two stood up and stood on both sides of Tenshi, wind hitting against their faces. It was the best feeling.

“I told you I would get us out, I meant it…you’ve been trapped there long enough…” Vinny said softly as he tried comforting Tenshi. “You were right to doubt me though, it was a stupid plan…”

“A stupid plan indeed! But it worked and we’re free!” Nyssa sighed out.

“Pinch me…” Tenshi spoke up, the two looked confused, before Nyssa pinched him.

“It’s not a dream…we’re free” Nysaa said softly.

“Yea, and none of us will ever get stuck b-“ Vinny was cut off by two arms wrapping around him and hugging him.

“Thank you…” Tenshi whispered as he hugged the cameraman tightly.

Vinny stood there for a moment before returning the hug, “No problem…” he whispered.

“I want a hug” Nyssa spoke, the two laughed and hugged her two.

“What now?” Nyssa asked as she smiled at them.

“Right now? We’re all gonna shower and then eat” the cameraman answered, Tenshi laughed out.

“I suppose we all are due for a good shower” he sighed out.

“I think I can find some spare clothes for you two, just for the timing being in case you want to wear your old ones, I’ll wash them” Vinny said, receiving a nod from Nysaa.

“I don’t have much clothes either way, these are long over due to be thrown out” Tenshi sighed out.

“You wanna cut your hair?” Vinny asked him.

“A brush is fine, I’m better off detangling it” Tenshi answered.

“How so?” Nyssa laughed, as they followed Vinny who went back inside the apartment.

“Wouldn’t you like to know” Tenshi answered.

“You two decide who’s showering first, I have things I need to do” the cameraman spoke up as he sat on the chair near the kitchen bench.

Tenshi and Nyssa decided that she would go first, she’d be finished quicker.

Vinny had a lot on his mind, Rida was bothering him. “Calm down kid, you need a break…you got us out of that place” Tenshi spoke up as he sat next to him.

“I know…but Rida won’t leave us alone right?” The cameraman answered.

“Yea…” Tenshi sighed out, “But, that can be a tomorrow problem, I shouldn’t have doubted you…”

“It’s not your fault, it was a stupid thing” Vinny sighed, “Some random person shows up and says he has a plan to get out of here, that sounds stupid”

“I guess it does” Tenshi chuckled, “But thanks…it’s nice you got Nyssa out of there, she’s young…doesn’t deserve to rot in there like me…”

“She’s nice, and you didn’t deserve to stay in that place either…” Vinny said as he smiled softly, Tenshi just hummed in response. “Go sleep on the couch if you want, I’ll wake you up when she finishes”

“Alright” Tenshi sighed as he got up, “Thanks again” he repeated as he patted Vinnys’ back before laying on the couch.

This was nice…he was free, he had more friends and he wasn’t alone all the time…he still missed Garmadon…is that how Tenshi felt? 25 years away from his wife? The thought caused guilt to formed in Vinnys’ stomach…

(I AM SO SORRY FOR NOT UPDATING FOR A WHILE BUT I’VE BEEN SO BUSY AND WRITERS’ BLOCK IS THE WORSE)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon) Part 98

(I suggest you check out parts 1-97 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

(With Vinny)

The cameraman had barely gotten any sleep last night, guilt was eating at him for snapping at Tenshi and his conversation with Rida just circled through his mind. What was he meant to do? He was really tired and he definitely wasn’t getting any sleep now, the sun was up.

Some people were awake, Nyssa was sadly still sleeping, but Tenshi was awake. Not like Vinny could approach him without something shitty happening. He groaned to himself and stared out the cell bars again, resting his forehead against them.

There was hardly any chance Tenshi would go along with the plan now. But there was a chance for tomorrow which was good…he could get Tenshi and Nyssa out if the plan actually worked.

He missed Garmadon…he should’ve told him all about this when it first started. He should’ve told someone, anyone! Sure Deity, Shancai and Willow knew, but that’s different…they’re aware of who Enji and Rida are. And now Wu and Jay knew, not his ideal choice of people but something at least.

“I’ll get back to you…” he whispered to himself as he stared out the bars. His eyes and body felt heavy as they began to droop, he can’t be falling asleep now. More and more people were starting to wake and falling asleep would be stupid.

“Fuck…” he muttered as he struggled to stay awake, exhaustion was catching up to him. Maybe…just a little rest.

As his eyes drooped shut and his breathing slowed while his body slowly went limp.

However this was short lived as he was jolted awake by a hand on his shoulder, he almost immediately grabbed the persons’ arm and threw them towards the ground, emitting a pained groan from them.

Vinnys’ eyes widened as he recognised the person, “Fuck! Nyssa, I am so sorry!” He immediately apologised as guilt crawled up his back and he immediately rushed to her and helped her up.

“It’s fine” Nyssa chuckled, “You’re on guard, I’ve done the same thing to a few people” she sighed as she eased his worries.

“A-are you sure?” The cameraman asked as he checked her for injuries.

“I’m fine I swear” Nyssa laughed as she patted his back, “Are you fine though? You look exhausted” she spoke bluntly.

“I’ve been better…” Vinny confessed as he rubbed the back of his head awkwardly.

“Hungry?” She questioned, the cameraman shook his head once more. “You sure? You haven’t eaten since yesterday morning…” she spoke with concern as her expression softened.

“I don’t have much of an appetite at all in here…and I’d rather starve than eat that food again…” Vinny sighed out, he felt sick at the mere thought of eating. It was much like how he felt after Rushifa forced him to eat- He shuddered at the thought and looked at the ground.

“C’mon, don’t starve yourself just yet…you’ll eat eventually” Nyssa sighed out.

“How’s Tenshi?” The cameraman questioned.

“He’s fine I guess…moody but fine” She answered, “If he doesn’t go with the plan today we still have tomorrow and you can try whatever you want” Nyssa added.

“I know…fuck” he groaned, “I really shouldn’t have yelled at him” he whined.

“You’re aware” she chuckled as she patted his back comfortingly, “Was kinda funny though, I expected him to lash out but he seemed really surprised considering that you’re not really…intimidating”

“What’s that meant to mean?” Vinny asked.

“You can hardly fight and well some of the best fighters in here wouldn’t even dare as to glare at him in the wrong way” Nyssa explained, “So you lashing out was really unexpected”

“Guess that makes sense…” the cameraman sighed, as he watched her get up.

“I’ll see you later” she spoke as she waved, Vinny just nodded and watched her walk off.

Time went by quickly as he was quickly dropped from the sky back into his own singular cell. He groaned in pain and rubbed his back before sitting up. He really hoped he wasn’t fighting again.

Everything seemed to be going fine, he hasn’t fought yet but Tenshi has and he won by a landslide almost immediately killing his opponent.

“I can’t believe I yelled at that man…” Vinny spoke to himself before chuckling softly as he realised who he was dating, a former warlord. Why was he so scared of Tenshi then?

More people fought and just as Vinny thought he was going to fight today his gate opened. “Fuck” he immediately spoke out loud, his eyes darted to Nyssas’ cell. She was staring at him with worry.

“Please fight” she mouthed to him, Tenshi was watching too. Though less concerned as the previous day, but he looked grumpy. Vinny couldn’t blame him, 25 years trapped does that to a man.

The cameraman took a deep breath as he exited his cell, his was fighting that guy that worked with Tex, what was his name? Chris? Vinny had no fucking idea and nor gave a fuck either. He just wanted to survive.

He held his dagger tightly as he stared at the man. “The is gonna be fun” Chris laughed as he grabbed a spear off the ground.

The cameraman rolled his eyes, how was he meant to fight? Chris attacked first and tired punching him, Vinny managed to thankfully block it. Thanks to some training from Shancai. Wait. That was it! Just as Shancai said while they trained, he should think of the person he hated the most.

It wasn’t Enji anymore, but Rida. He had to think of Rida. Think of how badly he wanted to kill him.

Vinny slashed his knife against his opponents’ leg, emitting a cry of pain as he pushed Vinny away. “Little dog!” He hissed.

“Save it for someone who cares” the cameraman answered in annoyance, as he pushed Chris to the ground and held the knife against his throat, this was going better than expected. Probably because Chris hadn’t expected this.

Vinny was kneed in the abdomen as he winced in pain, the dagger falling from his hand as Chris tried throwing him off, only to have two hands wrapped around his throat.

He was in a bit of a delusional state, much like how Enji did an illusion last time, except Enji wasn’t here and Vinny was very much thinking of killing Rida.

Chris thrashed as he tried tearing the cameramans’ hands from his throat, the colour slowly draining from his face as he gasped for the air that was torn from his lungs.

Vinny hadn’t realised what he’d done until the body laid limp beneath him, face blue as his eyes hanged open. “H-holy fuck…” the cameraman whispered as he let go of the mans’ throat, there were marks around his neck.

“Shit shit shit…” the cameraman’s repeated as his hands trembled, he hadn’t meant to do this. Though his gaze darted to Nyssa and Tenshis’ cell. They both looked shocked yet somewhat proud.

“Go back to your cell…” Tenshi mouthed, Vinny reluctantly nodded as he grabbed his dagger off the ground and rushed back to his cell, ignoring the calls from the others in their own cells.

Why did he do that? He wasn’t a murderer. This shouldn’t have happened. Those thoughts rung threw his head as he entered his cell and immediately dropped to his knees. “Fuck…” he whimpered as he felt tears pricking in the corner of his eyes.

He was so tired. Mentally and physically. He wanted out. He wanted to go home. He missed it when he was in his apartment. Just him and Garmadon. One of the only good things that happened recently is him meeting Deity, Shancai and Willow. He couldn’t decide about Tenshi and Nyssa…

Time seemed to fly by as more people fought, Vinny paid hardly any attention. His mind somewhere else as the image of the dead body stayed in his mind.

“Fucking hell…” he sighed out as he brushed a hand through his hair exasperatedly. “How I wish that was you Rida…” he muttered to himself.

As nightfall drew closer Vinny fell through the ground and back into the larger cell with all the other people. He immediately felt someones’ gaze blaring a hole into his head. It wasn’t Nyssa or Tenshi, but Tex. Great.

The cameraman didn’t acknowledge him, but instead just slumped down near the cell bars as of yesterday. He liked it there. He could see the stars. It was comforting.

“Hey…” Nyssa spoke as she walked over and sat next to him.

“Hey…” the cameraman quietly responded.

“First kill always gets to people…” she confessed, “Chris was an asshole, he deserved it…”

“I know…” Vinny whispered as he looked away.

“Not hungry again?” She asked, he just nodded. “Sleep…you need it” she added as she watched him nod slightly before his eyes slowly drooped shut.

Nyssa had a comforting presence and he was able to sleep pretty well.

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon) Part 97

(I suggest you check out parts 1-96 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

(With Deity)

Deity paced around her bedroom. It had been 2 days since Vinny went missing and safe to say everyone was worried out of their minds. Shancais’ reaction to coming back from patrol and finding out he was missing was as expected, he was worried and immediately offered to go back and see if the cameraman was in the kingdom.

Willows’ reaction however was more than she anticipated, “He’s what?!”. Those words rung in Deitys’ head, they were all worried. She hated this. She wanted him to be safe. Enji didn’t seem to know where Vinny was. Perhaps Rida did? It’s not like she could ask him, Rida despised her.

She let out an exasperated sigh and she fell to her knees and rested her head on the windowsill. She was tired. But she couldn’t sleep. Not now. Vinnys’ disappearance was all too similar to her husbands’ and it ached her heart.

Perhaps if she sent the ninja back to their city and have them check around there? There was a chance Vinny somehow could’ve accidentally found a way back to Ninjago. It was smart, she could be in contact with them and they could have regular updates with the travellers tea.

Deity was snapped out of her thoughts by a soft knock at her door, “Come in!” She called out tiredly as she stood up and dusted off her clothes. The door opened and her expression softened, Garmadon. She knew the pain of losing a lover like this and could feel the pain his soul bared.

“Is everything alright?” Deity spoke up softly as she rubbed her temples, staring out the window.

“Where could he have gone?” The oni asked, his voice quiet as he shut the door and walked over to her.

“I am…unsure” Deity confessed, “However, there is a chance that the way you all ended up here might’ve sent him back somehow” she added, trying to ease Garmadons’ worries.

“Where would he be? Back in Ninjago? Or could it have possibly sent him to another realm” Garmadon sighed, he was definitely overthinking this.

“Most likely Ninjago…” Deity spoke, “Also I’m able to send you all back there now…it would be better if you all look around your city while we search around here for clues”

“I suppose that would work best” The oni sighed, unable to hide the worry that tainted with his voice.

“We’ll find him…” She spoke, attempting to comfort him.

“I hope” Garmadon whispered, “Would it do well for us all to leave now?”

“If you wish to search longer, it would be more convenient to leave now” Deity answered with a soft smile.

“Very well…I’ll go see my brother” Garmadon spoke, as he gave her a soft nod before leaving. Deity watched him leave and let out a sigh, best she prepare the travellers tea.

Garmadon walked down the halls, expecting to find his brother in the library of the palace. The palace did have some peculiar scrolls. As the oni entered the library he found Wu seated, engrossed in a scroll. “Brother? Is everything alright?” Wu asked as he looked up.

“We can leave the kingdom…Deity said there’s a chance that the way we got here might’ve taken Vinny back to Ninjago” Garmadon explained. “Though we’ll remain in contact with them”

“I suppose it’s best we leave, I’ll go and tell the ninja” Wu answered as he put a scroll back before getting up. The oni nodded at his brother and watched him walk off. Garmadon walked a separate way, not to his room, but to Vinnys’ room. Maybe there was something he could find.

Garmadons’ hands landed on the doorknob, he had checked here before, countless of times, hoping there would be some hint as to where Vinny was. As the oni gently opened the door with a creak, he let out a shaky sigh. The room was dark as expected, the lights were always off.

The oni began looking around, there had to be something, anything! It was the same result as the other 10 visits over the past 2 days. Nothing. All of this was useless. Vinny just vanished into thin air!

Garmadon groaned in annoyance as he rubbed his temples, clenching his fists as he punched the wall, a purple flame forming around him. He let out a sigh as he control himself, anger wasn’t the best at the moment and destroying the palace wouldn’t help either.

He should’ve pressed on with Vinny, maybe, just maybe then would he have some hint as to where he went. But no…this is what he gets for respected peoples’ choices.

The oni rubbed his temples before sitting on the bed and resting his head in his hands. He was gonna find Vinny. He kept telling himself that. He didn’t know what he would do if something bad happened to Vinny. What if he was k-

Garmadon shook his head, he really shouldn’t be thinking about that. Vinny was alive and they were going to find him. He repeated that in his head as he fidgeted with his hands. He was snapped out of his thoughts by clattering from the bathroom.

The onis’ eyes widened as he quietly stood up and walked towards the bathroom, there was a chance it was Vinny. And a chance it being some random stranger. Garmadon hesitantly peeked in and saw a man going through the drawers. He recognised this man as the one the ninja had to fight in the catacombs.

The oni snarled as he slammed the door opened and grabbed the man by the collar, and pinning him to the wall. A wince of pain was heard from the man, he was clearly caught off guard. “A-asshole!” The man hissed out as he rubbed the back of his head.

“What did you do with him?” Garmadon growled, he was fully ready to gut the man right there and then.

“Do with who!?” The man hissed as he tried escaping Garmadons’ grasp.

“Don’t play dumb” The oni snarled, the man paused for a minute trying to think.

“Ohhhh!” The man eventually spoke up, “Your little boyfriend? I don’t have anything to do with him!” He laughed out.

Garmadon growled in annoyance, he was so close to digging his claws into this mans’ throat and tearing out his esophagus. However he didn’t have the chance as he heard someone behind him. He turned his head slightly and saw the prince.

Shancai was shocked when he saw this sight, Enji, his lov- I mean enemy was here and judging by the sight Garmadon was about to kill him. “What’re doing here?” The prince spoke as he walked over to the two, silently coercing the oni to release him.

“I left my chain here” Enji grumbled as he dusted himself off when he was released. “And I swear on my life I have nothing to do with his disappearance!”

“How can we trust you?” Garmadon snarled, resisting the urge to lunge at him. “And how do you two know each other?”

“Enemies” Shancai explained.

“Enemies? I’m hurt Shanni!” Enji sighed out dramatically, causing the prince to roll his eyes.

“Don’t care and he’s right…how can we trust you?” Shancai repeated Garmadons’ question.

“Shanni you know me! I don’t stoop as low as to kidnap someone like that” Enji sighed out.

“Why were you up in Ninjago?” Garmadon asked.

“Pretty obvious, had to get something. Enough questions though! I mean it, I don’t have anything to do with his disappearance but…” Enjis’ words trailed off as he fidgeted with his hair.

“But?” Garmadon snarled clearly wanting an answer.

“I’m not sure about Rida…I’m friends with him, but he won’t tell me everything…” Enji sighed out, receiving a confused look from the oni and a nod from the prince.

“And! This won’t be the last time we’re meeting!” Enji laughed out to Garmadon, before running back into the bedroom and jumping out the window. Garmadon and Shancai followed him and stared out the window. Enji was gone. Shancai knew why of course, enchanted mirror. Garmadon though was really fucking confused.

“Who’s he?” The oni asked the prince.

“Enji…and enemy of the kingdom, insufferable…but not heartless” Shancai answered as he stared out the window, “He speaks the truth…he wouldn’t go out of his way to kidnap someone like that”

“And the other person he mentioned?” Garmadon asked once more.

“Rida, he’s…more likely to do something like that” The prince sighed, “He’s heartless…he enjoys making his prey suffer…”

Garmadon let out an exasperated sigh, “I can deal with them some other time…I need to get back to the city and find Vinny…” he spoke up, receiving a nod from the prince.

“My mother is ready for that and so are your friends” Shancai spoke, the oni nodded in response and the two began making their way. But not before Garmadon took one last glance at the room.

“I do believe we’ll find him…and hardly injured” Shancai spoke as they walked down the halls. “He’s smart, he’ll find a way to get back”

“I know…one the day he disappeared, I saw you two training for a bit” Garmadon began, he wanted to ask about the hallucinations Vinny had before that caused him to attack Shancai. The prince seemed to see where this question was going as he let out a sigh.

“Hallucinations were what we thought at the time…however it was Enji” Shancai spoke, causing Garmadon to look at him in shock, “Enji’s the elemental master of illusion…he used it for the worse, sometimes the better though”

Garmadon remained quiet, on the day where Enji attacked the ninja in the catacombs, Vinny had been the one to suggest that Enjis’ powers were like an illusion. Did Vinny know this man? Was Enji the cause for all these problems?

“We’re here” the prince spoke up, snapping the oni from his thoughts as he entered Deitys’ room. As expect all the ninja were there and so were Willow, who had wanted to say goodbye too and Deity obviously.

“So we’re remaining in contact to find him?” Lloyd spoke to Deity, who nodded in response.

“That’s good…” Nya sighed.

“We’ll find him, I’m sure of it” Deity spoke as he allowed the steam of the travellers tea to float in the air to make a portal.

“Well whoever took him I’m gonna kill them” Willow spoke with a smile as she hugged Nya, they had bonded over making fun of that picture with Shancai and Vinny were sleeping and wearing makeup, more so in a sibling way obviously.

Garmadon remained quiet, he didn’t know what to say. He was worried, angry, and sad…he hated it. He should’ve protected Vinny more. He couldn’t remember anything else that had happened there, he didn’t want to remember. They were back in Ninjago, thankfully in the monastery.

“Home!” Kai sighed out in slight relief as he rushed to his bedroom, Jay and Cole following close behind as they went to their own rooms. Pixal and Zane went their own way though, leaving Lloyd, Wu and Garmadon outside.

“Da-“ Lloyd began but was cut off.

“I’m gonna rest” Garmadon spoke as he just walked off inside, Lloyd wanted to go after him, but Wu held him back.

“He needs to be alone” Wu sighed to his nephew softly, Lloyd nodded softly letting out a sigh.

Garmadon entered his room, not the room that he had when he was giving Vinny space, but the room that they first shared together when they first came here. He felt so much closer to Vinny, he missed him.

The oni crashed onto the bed, letting out an annoyed groan. He wanted to destroy something, but chose against it and laid on the bed for a while before he eventually passed out.

Where could you be Vinny…?

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 96

(I suggest you check out parts 1-95 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

The rest of the day was spent watching random people fighting, Nyssa didn’t fight though, but Vinny didn’t mind. He was scared of seeing her get hurt. Time went by painfully slow, before the cameraman fell through the ground again back into the large cell with all the other people.

Vinny quickly went to Nyssa and Tenshi, who already were together. “Dumbass” Nyssa sighed out to the cameraman, clearly talking about his actions while fighting.

“I know” Vinny whined as his cheeks flushed in embarrassment.

“You can’t expect to leave this place if you’re dead” Tenshi spoke as he sat down against the wall, Nyssa sat down next to him.

“I know I know…” the cameraman repeated as he stared out the bars of the cell walking over to it.

“What are you looking at?” Nyssa called out as she cocked her head. Tenshi was just as confused, especially when Vinny didn’t answer. The sky was a little dark, but the cameraman could see faint shimmering in the distance underneath a body.

It was reflecting, a mirror. It didn’t seem like a normal mirror. Could it be? Maybe it was a mirror like Enjis’…if it was then that was their way out. If it was a normal mirror then he was fucked. He really hoped it was that mir-

Vinny humped when he felt a hand on his shoulder, Shit! Sorry sorry” Nyssa chuckled as she stared at the cameraman who almost had a heart attack.

“You scared me…” Vinny sighed out as he rubbed his head.

“Clearly…whatcha looking at?” She questioned as she stared out of the bars.

“Just seeing if there’s a way out…” the cameraman answered, it was half a lie and half a truth, he didn’t want to give them false hope.

“Good luck with that” Nyssa sighed out.

“Is there…any chance that we would all be out of the cells one day, me, you and Tenshi?” The cameraman questioned.

“I uh…yea? Should be like after tomorrow” Nyssa answered, very clearly confused.

“Any chance we can get our tomorrow?” Vinny asked as he stared out the cell, his attention back onto the mirror shard.

“Not really…the only way we can is if you fight again and stay out of your cell, Tenshi can break the bars for himself and me” Nyssa awkwardly answered as she looked back at Tenshi on the ground, who was looking at them with curiosity.

“Good…if I fight tomorrow can you do that?” The cameraman asked, his voice eerily calm as he provided no explanation.

“I can ask Tenshi?” Nyssa answered as she cocked her head, “What’s all this for?” She eventually spoke up.

“I have a plan…it could fail, but it’s probably our only way out” Vinny answered, causing her eyes to widen.

“How? There’s no exit. And we’re in a giant pit. Not like we can climb out” Nyssa sighed out as she rubbed her head.

“I can’t explain it yet…” the cameraman spoke, “I just need you to trust me…”

“Trust is a hard thing to earn in a place like this…” she spoke, causing Vinnys’ expression to soften. “But…if you have a plan then it’s worth a shot” she chuckled out as she patted his back. The cameraman smiled at her softly.

“Can you tell Tenshi?” Vinny asked, receiving a nod from Nyssa as she patted his back once more before walking back to Tenshi, who was trying to interpret the conversation.

The cameraman didn’t bother listening to the conversation and kept staring out the cell. Squinting his eyes harder as he desperately tried confirming that it was in fact a teleportation mirror.

He still couldn’t quite tell, the sky was getting darker by the minute. Vinny groaned quietly as he held onto the bars and rested his head against them.

This plan had to work. How else would he get out? He need to get back to the kingdom. Poor Deity, being the first to notice he’s missing. He had to get back! He had to get back to his friends! He had to get back to Garmadon-

“Fuck…” he whispered to himself as he lifted his head before knocking to back down on the bars. Didn’t hurt as much as he expected.

When he lifted his head once more, his heart dropped and his breath caught in his throat. In the blanket of darkness he could make out two bright orange eyes staring not at everyone…at him…

“Rida…” Vinny spat out with pure malice as his grip tightened on the bars. He was scared of course. But angry too. This whole time he thought Rida was somewhat better than Enji…but no Rida was worse. Enji was his coverup. His scapegoat.

The cameraman grimaced as the eyes kept staring at him, teeth now bared at him. It was too dark to make out the silhouette of a body. But he knew it was Rida…

He squinted his eyes, but the bright orange eyes staring back at him slowly faded away til nothing was left…other than the vivid memory. Vinny clenched his fist in annoyance. What did he want from him? What has he done to deserve this? Why can’t be al-

The cameraman jumped when he felt a hand on his shoulder. He expected Nyssa, and it was her. “I-I uh…Tenshi wants to talk to you…he doesn’t seem happy about the plan…” Nysaa awkwardly spoke as she looked at Vinny with worry, “I calmed him down the best I could”

“Thanks…don’t get yourself into trouble for me” the cameraman answered as he smiled at her before walking off to Tenshi, who was now standing in the far corner of the cell. Vinny could feel the worried eyes of Nyssa on him and tried to ignore it the best he could.

The cameraman took a deep breath, “What’s up?” He asked, nonchalantly.

“Don’t play dumb…your plan is fucking stupid” Tenshi hissed, as quiet as he could. Vinny was gonna speak up, but was cut off. “You can’t just say you have a plan and not tell us!” He scowled.

“I know I know…” the cameraman sighed, “But please trust me” he begged.

“How!?” Tenshi asked with annoyance, “What plan is possibly so good it could get us out of here!?”

“Listen-“ he tried talking.

“You’re gonna get us all killed and you’re dragging Nyssa into this!” Tenshi hissed, “She’s young! She shouldn’t be risking herself!”

Vinny tried talking once more, but was cut off as Tenshi continued rambling. The cameraman couldn’t blame him. It was a stupid plan. And Tenshi was right…he was dragging Nyssa into this, but he wanted to get them both out of here…not just himself…

“You can’t defend yourself! Whatever plan you have will only work if you kill someone!” Tenshi hissed, it was starting to get on Vinnys’ nerves. Or maybe it was just the pent up emotions over the days. He’s had a lot happen. “If we’re seen trying to escape Rida will kill us!”

“Listen! I fucking understand! It’s a stupid plan!” The cameraman snapped, “But we’re never getting out of here if we play it safe! I don’t fucking care about Rida! He can go fuck himself and suck up his ego! And that’s something you need to do!” Vinny hissed as he pointed at Tenshi.

The cell went silent, every conversation that was happening stopped. The cameraman didn’t care, he didn’t even notice. However he did notice the surprise on Tenshis’ face. Maybe yelling at the champion was a shitty idea.

“You’ve been here for 25 years! A little risk won’t kill you! Rida clearly doesn’t want you dead!” Vinny shouted, continuing his outburst. He was so tired. “But if Rida does want to kill us! I’ll fucking kill myself, cause I’m sick of him and this place and I would give up my life just to stab him in the fucking shoulder again! But I won’t let him lay a hand on you two!”

“You’ve what?” Tenshi finally spoke up, anger was evident in his voice though he was trying to control it. Thought it was obvious that Tenshi only processed one thing that was Vinny stabbed Rida before.

The cameraman grumbled in annoyance throwing his hands in the air exasperatedly, before storming off to the other corner of the cell, bar the bars. He ignored the murmuring of the there he walked by, he left Tenshi all confused.

Vinny muttered swears to himself before sliding down on the wall till he was sat. He anxiously stroked his hand through his hair, bouncing his foot nervously. “Fuck…” he hysterically laughed out as he swung his head back onto the wall, letting out a sigh. He was mad at himself, he understood why Tenshi was mad.

The cameraman was caught off guard, by Nyssa sitting next to him. “Do you have a death wish?” She asked quietly.

“Yes…” Vinny sighed out, “What are the chances he goes along with the plan now?” He chuckled out.

“Lower…” Nyssa confessed, “You shouldn’t have yelled at him…”

“I know…just tired” Vinny answered as he smiled at her.

“You’re crazy…” she sighed out.

“Aren’t we all?” The cameraman asked, receiving a soft nod and chuckle from Nyssa.

“Hungry?” She asked, Vinny shook his head. “I’ll give you some alone time you look like you need it…I’ll try talking to Tenshi”

“Thanks…” The cameraman whispered, Nyssa smiled before walking off. What a nice day. Vinny rubbed his forehead, he had a headache. He fidgeted with the Phoenix pin of his cloak, opening and closing it. Time went by quick, soon almost everyone was asleep.

The cameraman reluctantly laid down, using the cloak as a pillow. He wasn’t cold. Vinnys’ eyes grew heavy quickly and before he knew it he was passed out, deep in sleep.

Though maybe deep in sleep wasn’t a good thing, as his eyes fluttered open and now he was in a dark room. He growled and looked around. Where was he? The cameramans’ hand slid to the dagger in his pocket, but he realised it wasn’t there.

“I knew you would do that” a familiar voice spoke, one that made Vinny boil with anger as he whipped around and saw Rida…sat on a chair, fiddling with dagger and wearing the Phoenix mask. This was familiar…just like when Rida first violated his dreams.

“Get out of my head” The cameraman scowled.

“You’re quick to catch on this time” Rida chuckled, before snapping his fingers. A chair appeared behind Vinny as he was pushed down on it. “I must say…that was entertaining to watch, you and Tenshi? No one’s ever dared to speak to him like that, besides me of course” he chuckled out.

“It was an accident” Vinny muttered, he felt guilty about that.

“Sure…didn’t you snap at Garmadon once? I must admit you have quite a temper now!” Rida laughed out sadistically as he took off his mask. Vinnys’ eyes widened as he heard that, guilt crawling up his back.

“Why am I here? Why did you trap me here?” The cameraman asked quietly, he wanted out.

“Your precious Deity didn’t tell you?” Rida asked, confusing Vinny. “Or perhaps she hasn’t realised yet…or old age caught up to her and she’s stupider than ever” he chuckled as he threw the dagger at the cameraman.

“Don’t talk about her like that” Vinny hissed as he caught the dagger, he hated how Rida spoke of Deity.

“Would you stab me again?” Rida asked, “I must say you have quite a harsh stab, you drive the dagger in like you’re eating meat…you are quite experienced in eating flesh aren’t you?” He spoke, his voice silky and sly. Vinny felt a wave of sickness hearing this, he knew what Rida was talking about…Rushifa, that snake…

“Maybe I will stab you again” the cameraman snapped back, trying to sound intimidating but the nausea made his voice sound wobbly.

“Sure…you won’t escape from here” Rida chuckled as he stood up and cupped Vinnys’ cheeks. “I’ve been wondering how this would fit you…” he spoke as he grabbed the phoenix mask and put it on Vinnys’ face. The cameraman didn’t protest, not like he could. Ridas’ grip was strong.

“Take it off…” Vinny muttered.

“Why? It fits you so well…as if you’re meant to work with me” Rida spoke as he smiled sharply at him.

“You wish” The cameraman spat as he pulled his face away and took the mask off.

“Maybe you’ll understand someday…but you won’t leave anytime soon” Rida chucked before putting the mask back on before slowly fading away. Vinnys’ eyes shut before they opened once more as his body jolted awake, he sat up, breathing heavily and looking around. He was in the cell this time and now everyone was asleep.

He couldn’t fall asleep again, Ridas’ words stayed in his mind. Cycling over and over again as he stared out at the night sky.

(I haven’t uploaded in a while, I’ve been so busy and have writers block. But this is a pretty big chapter hope it’s good enough)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 95

(I suggest you check out parts 1-94 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Vinny let out a shaky sigh when two different gates opened, at least he wasn’t fighting just yet. He rubbed his head before sliding down the wall till he was sat.

He would never say it out loud, but he sort of missed Enji. Enji was more tolerable than Rida, Rushifa, Tex and those other two he worked with.

The cameraman wanted to hate Enji as much as he should, but he couldn’t. He met Shancai, Willow and Deity, because of Enji…how was he meant to purely hate the person who brought so many other kind people into his life. Is this what Shanni thought all the time? Unable to hate Enji. Either way it didn’t change the fact that Vinny wanted to stab Enji.

Vinny was snapped out of his thoughts as he heard metal clashing against each other, as he stared out the cell and into the arena. He didn’t recognise the people fighting and didn’t want to get to know them either. He had met way too many people over the past few days.

The cameraman was once again absorbed in his thoughts, he didn’t care much about the fights and didn’t want to witness them. He wanted to get out of here.What did Rida want with him? He wasn’t special by any means. No powers. No significant relatives.

He was living a normal life before Garmadon came and nothing really changed. Expect judgy looks. Vinny was dating a former warlord, he was also friends with the ninja. That’s all that was interesting about him. At the moment being friends with royals was a significant thing, but he couldn’t careless about their titles.

The cameraman was so distracted he hadn’t even noticed the fact that he took his dagger out and began fidgeting with it. He hated this place. He felt so suffocated here. He felt like he was drowning. Vinny wanted out and he wanted it now. He hated being trapped. He hated life at the moment. He hated everything. He hated-

Vinnys’ eyes widened as he heard a loud cry and the sound of something impaling. He whipped his his head around and stared out the cell. Ah right…battle to the death and it was ended just like that. The winner walked back to their cell while the loser remained lifeless on the ground as blood seeped from his wound.

“Who’s fighting now…?” The cameraman asked himself as he held onto the bars. He paid attention as another two gates opened, he was surprised to see Tenshi come out. Vinny wanted to see how Tenshi fought, how ruthless he was, so he paid close attention.

Vinny was surprised when Tenshi lunged forward grabbing the man by his hair and throwing him down to the ground. He watched Tenshi grab a spear off the ground, the opponent trembled as they backed away only to have a spear driven into the chest. Tenshi said nothing, acknowledged nothing, but instead just walked back to his cell.

“How the fuck did I survive more than 10 seconds…?” The cameraman spoke to himself, it was surprising how he managed to survive for a decent time against Tenshi. Vinny let out a whine when the gate to his cell opened, there was a high chance he died today. If not by someone else then he would kill himself.

The cameraman hesitantly exited the cell and watched as his opponent came out of the cell. A tall bulky man. Yep, he definitely needed a miracle like yesterday. Vinny looked around and noticed Nyssa staring out her cell at Vinny with worry. He also realised Tenshi’s cell was right next to her.

Before the cameraman could do anything else the man lunged at him, Vinny quickly scrambled away once more. Maybe if he ran around as much as yesterday he would just be sent back into the cell, no deaths. The cameraman was surprisingly fast, guess that’s what happened to someone when their life was on the line.

Vinny hadn’t even noticed that he was close to Nyssa and Tenshis’ cell till he heard a voice. “You need to kill him!” She called out as soon as Vinny was in hearing range. “Running around won’t do anything!”

“If I could kill him i wouldn’t be running!” The cameraman called out in response, he was breathing heavily. His opponent was all muscle no speed so that was somewhat good. Vinny ended up against the wall separating Nyssa and Tenshis’ cell, as his opponent held a knife to his throat.

“Just stab him!” Tenshi hissed as he watched Vinny squirm around trying to push the man away.

“Easier said than done!” The cameraman hissed as he felt two hands wrap around his throat. Oh great, now he was being choked. Would be great if he was into that shit, but he was not. Vinny desperately tied prying the mans’ hands off of him, but it was futile. That was until the man was pulled away by Tenshi and his head was slammed against the metal bars.

“Vinny I swear on my life if you don’t kill him I’ll kill you myself!” Tenshi hissed, though it was clear it was laced with concern.

“I’ll probably die of a heart attack before you manage to kill me!” The cameraman answered as he backed away from the man on the ground, who was rubbing his sore head.

“Just do it!” Nyssa spoke as she watched threw the bars.

“Fuck…” Vinny muttered to himself as he grabbed the dagger from his pocket and clutched it tightly. The man on the ground eventually got up and lunged forward once more, Vinny reacting quickly slashed the mans’ eye, most likely blinding him.

The cameraman backed away as he felt a punch to his guts, “Gonna feel that tomorrow…” He muttered to himself as he clutched his stomach in pain. The man picked up a wooden stake from the ground and lifted it. Before Vinny could react there was a sickening slice as an axe flew by, cleanly decapitating the man.

The cameraman held back a gag at the sight as he quickly looked away. Every time he saw a dead human he just thought of Rushifa, that sick bitch. Vinny looked towards where the axe came from. Nyssa…oh gods he almost died and he would’ve if he didn’t befriend her.

“Get the axe…” Nyssa sighed out, Vinny just nodded as he picked up the bloody axe, trying to delete the memory of a decapitated body from his mind. The cameraman handed the axe to Nyssa through the bars. “We’re gonna be here for a while, just go back to the cell”

“Y-yea…thanks” Vinny shakily spoke up, before silently walking back to his cell. He probably should’ve let the man kill him. He felt miserable. Life had decided to unleash hell onto him and here he was taking it pathetically.

When Vinny got back to the cell, he just dropped against the wall, let out a shaky sigh as he brought his knees to his chest and buried his face in his hands. That’s when the waterworks started. It was more so angry tears, he missed his friends, he missed Garmadon. He should’ve just admitted to everything that happened.

Garmadon was probably so worried right now, as if he wasn’t worrying already. Vinny let out a shaky sob as say there. He was gonna get out of here, one way or another.

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 94

(I suggest you check out parts 1-93 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

(With Vinny)

The cameraman stirred awake as a bright light shone against his eyes. That sleep sucked. It wasn’t the worse sleep, but it still sucked and his body was aching. He looked around, right…he was in this place.

There were some people awake, but the only people, he really cared about was Tenshi and Nyssa. Nyssa as laid on the ground, her legs propped on a bench while Tenshi was resting against a wall, his hand on the axe firm. Vinny noticed the people he was warned about were awake, more specifically this guy named Tex.

There was nothing out of the ordinary with this guy, he just had massive asshole vibes radiating from him. The cameraman probably would’ve avoided him even if he wasn’t warned. Vinny let out a sigh as he rubbed his head. He had a migraine. Of course he did.

The cameraman just sat there for a while, he didn’t want to talk to anyone. He didn’t even know if he could fully trust Nyssa or Tenshi, but he hoped he could trust them. Most people seemed somewhat scared of Tenshi, and for good reason too. Surviving 25 years in this place has got to fuck someone up mentally and physically.

“Hey new guy!” Someone called out to Vinny, catching his attention as he looked up from where he was sitting. “Come join us!” The guy spoke, the man had dusty grey hair and black eyes, he was also sitting with that guy called Tex.

“Nah, I’m fine here” The cameraman answered, he had trust issues at this point. Rida ruined his trust in anyone.

“Nonsense! Just a quick conversation, we wanna get to know you!” Tex spoke as he walked over and harshly grabbed Vinnys’ arm, dragging him off the ground and onto his feet. The cameraman tried protesting, but was dragged over to the group with the other men. “I’m Tex, that’s Chris and that’s Jun” he spoke as he swung on arm over Vinnys’ shoulder.

“I’m Vinny?” The cameraman awkwardly introduced himself as he tried pulling Tex’s arm off him.

“Nice name” Jun spoke, though it was clearly a lie hidden between honeyed words.

“What’s a guy like you doing here? And that fight yesterday was entertaining as Nyssa said” Chris chuckled out as he sat next to Vinny.

“How the fuck am I meant to know?” Vinny grumbled as he rubbed his forehead, he was not in the mood for this. These guys were annoying.

“It’s strange that the fight was ended before anyone died” Tex spoke, “You know anything about Rida?” He questioned.

“No” The cameraman answered bluntly, he didn’t want to tell anyone what he knew about Rida, mainly because he hardly knew much about Rida.

“This is really nice” Tex snarked as he lifted Vinnys’ arm and stared at the arm bracers. “Where’d you get em’ from?” He asked, as he watched the cameraman pull his arm away.

“Wouldn’t you like to know” Vinny hissed as he tried getting up, only to be pulled back down on the bench.

“Why so harsh?” Jun asked with a smile, “We’re trying to be friendly”

“I didn’t ask you to nor do I care” The cameraman answered as he knocked their hands off of him.

“What happened to your hand?” chuckled Chris as he grabbed Vinnys’ hand, he still had stitches in his hand from when he had Zane and Pixal stitch up the stab wound from Enji.

“Why don’t I represent it on?” The cameraman scowled, pulling away his hand once more as he stood up trying to walk away, only to be threw against the table.

“Your face is awfully plain” Tex chuckled as he grabbed the dagger from Vinnys’ pocket and pressed it against the cameramans’ cheek, not hard enough to pierce.

“Get off me asshole” Vinny hissed, he was not in a mood for this. Everyone he met now seemed to be assholes, he still wasn’t sure about Nyssa and Tenshi.

“Shh, wouldn’t want to wake up those two” Tex chuckled as he pointed to Nyssa and Tenshi who were sleeping on separate sides of the cellar. “I’m sure if we tried hard enough we could kill Nyssa, so it would be smart to stay quiet” he added.

Vinny growled in annoyance before bringing up his fist to greet Tex’s jaw, earning a pained hiss form his as he dropped the dagger and stumbled back. “Little bitch” the cameraman spat as he picked up his dagger from the ground.

The three didn’t have a good reaction to this as Chris and Jun lunged forward and held Vinny against a table and just as Tex was about to punch him, someone stopped him. “Are you fucking insane?!” It was Nyssa, the cameraman let out a sigh of relief as he saw her holding back Tex’s arm.

“He deserves it” Tex spat as he rubbed his sore jaw, and tried bringing his fist down to meet Vinnys’ face. Nyssa kept trying to stop him, but Jun distracted her and Tex managed to get a punch on Vinny. Other people in the cellar began waking up and witnessing the fight as the cameraman managed to dodge one of the punches, before kneeing Tex in the guts.

Vinny managed to scramble away before watching as Jun and Nyssa fought, Nyssa was trying to get over to the cameraman, she knew Vinnys’ defensive abilities and safe to say they weren’t ‘good’…

Tex and Chris tried attacked Vinny again, pinning him to the ground. The dagger was grabbed by Tex and he was about to stab it into the Vinnys’ throat. “Fucking hell! You’re so short tempered!” Nyssa hissed at Tex as she tried pushing Jun off her.

“So what” Tex hissed as he lifted the dagger, Vinny writhing around trying to push them off and escape. Tex was distracted by a hand on his shoulder as he was thrown back. “Who the hell!?” He hissed as he looked up at the person, his voice trailed off as he saw Tenshi standing there holding an axe.

“Let him go” Tenshi spoke to Chris, who was still holding Vinny down. To say that Vinny was let go of quickly would be an understatement, Chris removed his hands of Vinny faster than the speed of light. “You let her go” Tenshi added as he pointed the axe to Jun who was holding Nyssa down.

Nyssa was let go of quickly as she rushed to Vinnys’ side, helping him up. “He is right about you…you all are little bitches” Tenshi muttered to Tex and the other two. His voice was low and scarily calm yet threatening. Did Tenshi hear what they were talking about before?

Tex and the other two rush off into the other corner of the cellar, while Tenshi just scoffed as he went back and sat down against the wall. “When the fuck were you on his good side?” Nyssa whispered to Vinny, “He’s never protected anyone like that”

“I mean, we talked last night?” The cameraman confessed as he dusted himself off. They both heard murmurs from all the other people in the cellar.

“You two come here” Tenshi spoke as he dropped the axe down onto the ground next to him. Nyssa exchanged looks of wordy with Vinny as they went over to Tenshi and reluctantly sat down when he patted the ground.

“You’re not gonna kill me right?” Nyssa bluntly asked, she was very clearly nervous as he bounced her leg repeatedly.

“Kill you? No, if you so as betray my trust I will torture you, same as you” Tenshi spoke to the two as they nervously nodded.

“Fair” Vinny sighed out as he stretched.

“What even happened for you to get them so pissed?” Nyssa questioned as she leaned back.

“They wanted to know me better, and I didn’t want to know them” the cameraman began, “Tex took the dagger and was gonna scratch my face so I punched him” he continued.

“You forgot to mention something” Tenshi muttered.

“Like what?” The cameraman asked as he cocked his head, Nyssa seemed confused too.

“They told him to be quiet so he didn’t wake you up, and they said if he woke you up they would kill her…that’s when you punched her” Tenshi answered, causing Nyssa’s eyes to widen as she looked at Vinny.

“Aww thank you” Nysaa thanked the cameraman with a smile as she hugged the cameraman.

“I-I don’t like it when people talk about or hurt my friends…” Vinny muttered, it reminded him all too well of Rida and Enji.

“I’m your friend?” Nyssa asked receiving a nod from Vinny, “How long do you think we’re all gonna survive this?” She sighed out.

“Vinny has more things with Rida than he lets on…we talk about this last night, which is why I’m helping you” Tenshi spoke, “He thinks he can find an escape”

“Seriously?” Nyssa asked, “You’ve been here for years Tenshi and haven’t found a way to escape and you’re helping him because he knows somethings about Rida? What do you even know about Rida?” She spoke.

“It’s stupid I know” Tenshi sighed, “But Rida definitely didn’t want me killing him yesterday meaning there’s a chance we can escape this place”

“I’m not that dumb Nyssa” Vinny chuckled out, “And yes I do know some stuff about Rida…he annoyed me outside of this place”

“I understand Nyssa, but I’m only telling you this, because I know you want this just as much” Tenshi sighed out.

“So you in or out?” The cameraman asked her.

“I’m in” Nyssa immediately chuckled out, “Where’s the fun here either way?”

“Alright then! Now we just don’t need to die” Vinny spoke.

“You don’t need to die…Tenshi’s been here for 25 years, he’s the champion in this place” Nyssa laughed out as she leaned back.

“That doesn’t mean I can’t die” Tenshi spoke.

“No one’s dying!” The cameraman spoke up, receiving a laugh from Nyssa. There was this silence for a while before Nyssa looked out at the sky.

“I say we have around 20 minutes till we’re fighting” she spoke.

“What?” Vinny asked as he cocked his head.

“We’re sent back to those cells from yesterday and people are chosen to fight” Tenshi explained, before handing the axe to Nyssa.

“Don’t be afraid to kill” Nyssa spoke to Vinny, “it’s either your life or someone else’s life, so best it be someone else’s life” she sighed out as she took the axe.

“Can I see your hand?” Tenshi asked Vinny, he reluctantly gave him his hand. “I can get rid of the stitches, the wound is closed…how did you even get this?” He spoke.

“Alright?” The cameraman answered, “Someone stabbed me…works with Rida and is quite literally one of my least favourite people, but sometimes my favourite person when I meet someone worse than him” Vinny explained.

“Dagger” Tenshi spoke to the cameraman who handed him the dagger. “That’s strange…what’s this persons’ personality like?” He asked as he took the dagger and began gently slicing the stitches.

“A lot like Tex actually…but Tex is just worse for some reason, don’t like him” Vinny explained.

“So if we get out of here I’m gonna kill him” Nyssa chuckled.

“You remind me of this one friend I have…you would get along with her” The cameraman spoke to Nyssa as he aloud Tenshi to keep slicing the stitches.

“Really? What’s her name?” Nyssa asked, her eyes lighting up happily.

“Willow” Vinny answered with a smile, though he and Nyssa looked confused when they saw Tenshi bristle at the name.

“You ok?” Nysa asked curiously.

“I’m fine” Tenshi bluntly answered as he let go of Vinnys’ hand.

“I’ll go get food” Nyssa spoke as she got up and walked away.

“Your hand should be fine” Tenshi spoke to the cameraman.

“Thanks” Vinny sighed out as he watched Nyssa, quickly come back with three bowls of whatever this food was.

The three ate in silence, there wasn’t much to talk about. Once they finished they talked about random stuff till they all fell throw the ground in into separate cells. “Great…” Vinny grumbled as he stared out the bars of the cell.

He could only wait and see if he was gonna fight. He hoped he didn’t have to fight though, he was tired.

(Had writers block, my neck hurt and I had a migraine again, but it’s good now. I procrastinated in this chapter so fucking much someone help me)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 93

(I suggest you check out parts 1-92 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

(With Deity)

Deity had checked out what the maids told her about, turns out Rushifa, cursed a plant and it was attacking. Nothing a little magic couldn’t fix. Deity was on her way back to her room, she enjoyed talking to Vinny. He was sweet, but just had the worse luck ever.

She was a little surprised when she made it back to her room and saw the door wide open, she cocked her head to the side as she looked it. It was empty. Vinny wasn’t in sight at all. Maybe he went to his room to grab something? Deity checked the bathroom, but there was no one in there either.

She went back out her room and it’s then when she noticed glowing dust on the ground. “Strange” Deity spoke out loud to herself as she began following it. Was Vinny safe? No idea. But she really hoped for the best. The dust led to Vinnys’ room, which was also wide open.

Deity hesitantly entered and noticed the window wide open too, and the dust trailing onto the bed. “Vinny?” She called out, as she knocked on the bathroom door. No answer. She hesitantly opens the bathroom door. Empty.

“Maybe he bumped into one of his friends?” Deity spoke to herself as she exited the room and began searching for the ninja. “Please be alright…” she whispered, trying to reassure herself.

“Deity?” A voice called out, Deity whipped her head around, Nya.

“Hello dear” Deity spoke, giving her a forced smile, before she stopped and turned back to the water ninja.

“You alright?” Nya asked worriedly, noticing Deitys’ tense stature.

“You wouldn’t by any chance have seen Vinny have you?” Deity worriedly asked.

“Not at all” the water ninja replied curiously, “Why is something wrong?” She asked, failing ti hide the worry that forced its way into her voice.

“It’s just that we were talking and I had to do something, now he’s not in my room or his room” Deity answered, “Maybe I’m overthinking it…” she shakily sighed as she rubbed her head.

“Maybe he went to your son? We can go check with the others if he’s with them” Nya spoke, she was trying to reassure Deity and herself.

“That would be nice, thank you dear” Deity sighed out, “And he can’t be with Shancai, he went on patrol, that’s why I was with Vinny” she confessed, receiving an understanding nod from the water ninja as the two began quickly walking down the halls.

The others were all sitting in this one room, it was like a lounge room. Kai, Jay, Zane and Pixal were talking while Cole and Lloyd were on their phones. “Oh hey Nya!” The lightning ninja spoke out happily as he waved at her.

“Hey” the water ninja sighed, while Deity looked at the ground. Zane, Pixal and Lloyd must’ve noticed the tense sate of the two, as curiosity brightened in their eyes.

“What’s up?” The green ninja asked, slight worry tainting his voice.

“Has anyone seen Vinny?” Nya questioned, causing the others to perk up.

“No? We’ve all been here for the past hour and a half” Kai answered as he cocked his head, wondering why his sister would ask this.

“Fuck…” The water ninja muttered as he rubbed her temples.

“Did something happen to him?” Zane questioned, as they all listened intently.

“Vinny sort of disappeared after Deity left him alone for a few minutes, and he’s not in his room, not with Shancai…so we’re seeing you anyone has seen him” Nya confessed, causing the others’ jaws to drop.

“Can he not get a break?” Cole asked, “Dumb question, but do you think he went back into the forest again?” He added.

“Trust me…he would never go back in there” Deity spoke, she was confident with her words…after what Rushifa did to him last time? Never again.

“Shall we all look around the palace?” Pixal questioned.

“That would be amazing…we’re gonna go find Master Wu and Garmadon” The water ninja spoke, as she turned around to the door.

“Alright then…guess we can all just hope he’s alright” the fire ninja sighed as he got up.

“He better be alright” Lloyd spoke, receiving nods from the others. Nya and Deity turned around leaving the room, as they began looking around the spinjitzu brothers.

“Where do you think he could’ve went?” Nya asked.

“Not sure…but there was this glowing dust leading from my room all the way to his room” Deity confessed.

“This is so weird” the water ninja sighed, receiving a nod from Deity. The two looked around the palace for a while before finding Garmadon and Wu outside on the balcony. “Master Wu!” Nya sighed out in relief.

“Nya?” Wu spoke, curiosity tainting his voice as the two brother looked towards Deity and Nya. “Is something wrong?” He questioned.

“Have you seen Vinny in like the past 30 minutes or so?” The water ninja asked, desperately hoping they had seen him.

“No, shouldn’t he be with the prince?” Garmadon questioned as he cocked his head, it was clear anxiety was creeping up his back.

“Shanni went on patrol…I was with Vinny and left him for a few minutes to check on something and when I went back he wasn’t there” Deity confessed.

“We already told Lloyd and the others, they’re looking around the palace” Nya spoke.

“You were saying?” The oni asked Wu, concern etched on his face and in his voice.

“What?” The water ninja asked.

“We were talking about Vinny…and his strange attitude, I said he was fine but it appears I was wrong” Wu sighed as he rubbed his temples. Deity realised Wu was trying to keep Enji and Rida a secret as of Vinnys’ request.

“We don’t know if he’s missing for certain, he could just be somewhere and we just haven’t’ found him” Deity spoke, as she tried assuring Garmadon and herself, she was just as worried as everyone.

“Well if he’s actually missing, when we find him I’m getting an answer as to what the hell’s happening to him” Garmadon muttered before he walked out, most definitely looking for Vinny.

“I’ll go search my own” Nya spoke, receiving a nod from Deity and Wu. They both watched the water ninja walk out of sight, there was this silence between the two.

“Vinny told you about Rida and Enji?” Deity questioned Wu, breaking the silence.

“Yes, do you think they have something to do with this?” Wu answered.

“Perhaps…though it would be more so Rida” Deity answered, “I’ll be on my way then” she sighed as she walked off, leaving Wu alone. Deity was making her way back to the cameramans’ room, maybe she could find a hint or something.

The room door was closed. Strange. She didn’t do that. Deity slowly and quietly opened the door, not wanting to alert anyone that would be in there. She silently hoped that it would be Vinny in there.

Much to her surprise and dismay, it wasn’t Vinny nor Rida. Enji? And he was looking around, clearly not noticing the door opened. Deitys’ eyes sharpened as she too out her hair pin and grabbed Enji, pushing him against the wall, earning a yelp from the man as his eyes widened once he saw the hair pin against his neck. “What have you done to him?” She hissed.

“Deity! Long time not see…” Enji forcibly chuckled as he held Deitys’ wrist, just in case she decided to actually hurt him.

“Answer me” Deity scowled, as she pressed the hair pin down, not hard enough to penetrate, but enough to dent against the skin. Enji gulped, his adam apple bobbing as he stared up at her.

“Did what to who?” Enji asked, trying to calm her down, though his voice was tainted with some curiosity.

“Vinny, what did you do to him?” She threatened him with the hairpin once more, it was a really sharp hairpin.

“I haven’t done anything! I actually came in here to laugh at him, since some of his friends found out about me!” Enji answered, there was truth to his voice and fear.

“You’re lying about something about one thing in that sentence” Deity spoke, as she lifted the hairpin, about to stab it back down, though it was clearly a bluff.

“I-I swear I haven’t done anything to him! I just came back to get a photo he took!” Enji answered frantically as he turned his head away and shut his eyes, seemingly bracing for impact.

“Photo…?” Deity spoke quietly as she lowered the hairpin and let go of the collar of Enjis’ shirt. Enjis’ cheeks flushed in embarrassment.

“Yes a photo” Enji confirmed as he fixed his shirt. “I haven’t done anything to Vinny, and I refuse to fight you or even scratch…Shanni would kill me…” he muttered the last part.

“Then what I have you been doing?” Deity questioned, as she put the hairpin back in her hair.

“Photo book…” Enji answered as he looked at the ground.

“So that’s why you were here before” Deity spoke, Enji nodded slightly. “Are you sure you don’t know what happened to Vinny? What about Rida?”

“I swear on my life” Enji answered, “Not sure about Rida…he’s been really busy lately” he added.

“Very well…i believe you dear…” Deity sighed in defeat as she sat on the bed.

“I’m sure he’ll turn up eventually, he’s annoyingly persistent” Enji spoke, “Anyways best I be off” as he walked to the windowsill.

“The photo’s in my room…Vinny showed me it…” Deity confessed, as she rubbed her temples, Enji stopped in his tracks and looked back at her.

“Thank you…” Enji whispered as he reached for the enchanted mirror.

“Take care of yourself…for Shanni” she added.

“I will…and I have been…” Enji chuckled as he smiled ss her before throwing the mirror in the air and letting it fall back down. “I’ll see you around someday” he spoke, before disappearing.

Deity let out a shaky sigh, Enji didn’t take Vinny…Rida wasn’t clear however. A window wide open, no other traces than faint glowing dust…was all to similar to her…oh how she missed her husband. Even after all these years she still hopes he’s alive…maybe the same can be said about Vinny…

(Enji not wanting to hurt Deity is the cutest thing, cause he would never hurt Shancais’ mother. And Deity still having a soft spot for Enji is even cuter, because she can’t hate Enji, because Shancai loves him. I can’t live without my doomed yaoi😭😭😭)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 92

(I suggest you check out parts 1-91 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

“I thought that, just wanted to double check” Vinny spoke to Deity who was looking at the picture with a somber expression. “I know he and Enji used to be friends…can you tell me a little about them? I’m just curious, Enji really cares for him…” he added.

“I don’t see why not” Deity chuckled as she got comfortable, “Believe it or not, but Enji was a sweet kid, I met him a few times when he was friends with Shanni…the two were close” she confessed with a smile.

“What changed?” The cameraman questioned, “Why is he like this now?”

“Not sure, no one is…” Deity sighed out, “He just began attacking the kingdom with Rida, Shanni never wanted to believe…” she confessed, as she watched Vinny stare at the photo more intently.

“They’re wearing matching earrings” the cameraman pointed out, he would admit it was cute. It was a pair of earring, and they both took one, black hook earrings.

“Yea…Shanni still has his, but barely wears it not sure about Enji, I hardly see him” Deity answered.

“Enji wears his, I’ve seen it” Vinny confessed, causing Deity to sigh.

“Enji was the best thing that happened to him…” Deity spoke.

“As much as I don’t like Enji…I will admit they’re cute” The cameraman chuckled, causing Deity to laugh softly, “It’s true though! I couldn’t care less if the two got together, who am I to judge?” He laughed.

“It would be sweet, the two won’t hurt each other badly, other than a scar every now and then they won’t even kill each other either” Deity confessed.

“That’s why Enji looked surprised when he kicked Shancai instead of him…” the cameraman thought to himself, everything was making sense right now. Vinny was about to ask something when there was a knock on the door.

“Come in” Deity called out, the door opened as a maid came in, “Something wrong dear?” She asked curiously as she cocked her head.

“There’s this weird thing in the garden” the maid confessed, causing Deity and Vinny to look at her curiously.

“I’ll be just a moment dear” Deity spoke to the cameraman as she stood up.

“Take as long as you need” Vinny answered with a smile as he watched her leave and close the door. As much as he wanted to see this weird thing, he was too dead to move.

The cameraman was left in the room, it was too quiet, but it was changed by the door slamming open, Vinny turned his head to the side maybe it was the wind? The window was open. The cameraman went to door and was about to close it when he noticed this weird glowing dust on the ground. He began reluctantly following it, and it led to his room.

Vinny entered his room and noticed the dust on his bed near his arm bracers and cloak, he nervously grabbed them and looked around, the room was clean now, other than the dust. The cameraman noticed the dust lead to the window and he walked over to it and looked out of it, it was an open window too.

There was nothing out there and just as he was about to turn around he felt two hands on his back as he was suddenly pushed out of the window. He let out a scream as he fell, bracing for an impact, he was caught off guard when the fall was shorter than expected, but he was still met with his face to the ground.

“Oww…” he groaned as he sat up he rubbed his head, he looked around, where the fuck was he? Not the kingdom. He looked up, there was this weird portal thing, “What the fuck?” He spoke, as the portal closed. Good thing was he had his arm bracers and dagger, so he wasn’t completely fucked.

The cameraman looked around, and noticed bars in the place in front of him, he weakly stood up and looked out, it looked like a…battle arena? And there were people fighting. Now then, seriously who the fuck did he piss off for this?

“I’ve got to be dreaming…” Vinny muttered to himself, as he pinched himself, “Fucking hell…I’m gonna die” he sighed as he dropped down against the wall, putting on the arm bracers, he surprisingly put it on first try. And then he put on his cloak, he had some protection.

The cameraman stared out the bars and watched the two people fight, he felt sick when he watched one of them get impaled and dropped to the ground. Was this some sort of entertainment? Who the hell pushed him too? Vinny watched the dead body be dragged out of the arena as the survivor was shoved in a cage as well.

He really hoped someone could find him. If he wasn’t out of here, then he could only wonder the amount of worry the others would feel. Especially Garmadon… “I’m such an idiot” he whined as he pressed his head against the bars.

Vinny sat there for a while before let out a small squeak as the bars were lifted up and he face planted into the ground. Was he fighting now? Oh hell no. He was gonna run around like a toddler and pray for some miracle.

The cameraman stayed in his cell and looked around wondering who he might be ‘fighting’. Vinny watched a cell lift, as a man walked out. The cameraman practically shrunk there, yep he needed a miracle.

The man looked interesting, a somewhat overgrown beard, long black matted hair, dark emerald eyes, a body littered with scars, and…vitiligo…strange, he also looked somewhat like Shancai. He didn’t have much clothes other than pants.

Vinny watched the man stare at him, the man had a cold expression with somewhat curiosity, maybe knowing the cameraman was new here. Vinny reluctantly exited the cell, it was better than being forced out. He could practically feels eyes on him, and gossiping.

They were gonna fight and Vinny was gonna die, he was trying to delay this and wait and see if the man would start the fight. Sadly the man did start the fight as he lunged forward and tried punching Vinny, thankfully the cameraman stumbled back and tripped on a rock, making the man miss.

The cameraman grabbed his dagger from his pocket, just in case, he wasn’t planning on using it. “Shit shit shit shit!” Vinny repeated as he ran away, but the man was fast and caught up easily, grabbing Vinny and throwing him to the ground. “Asshole!” The cameraman hissed as he tried kicking the man away.

“Just let me kill you! It’s a better fate!” The man hissed as he squeezed the camermans’ shoulder and held him down.

“Fuck no!” Vinny answered as he kicked the mans’ shins and got back up, running away. The man scowled before grabbing the cameramans’ hair and throwing him against a wall. Vinny felt tears of pain prick in the corner of his eyes as he sliced the mans’ arm with the dagger.

“How the hell did you even end up here? Can’t even defend yourself!” The man hissed as he reached to this discarded axe on the ground.

“I’ve been asking myself that question for a while now!” Vinny answered as he backed away, but stopped when his back hit against the wall.

“You’re as slippery as a snake” the man hissed as he walked over holding the axe.

“I swear if you work for Rida or something we can talk this out!” The cameraman tried to reason with the other.

“Work with him?! Never in my life! Who the hell do you think brought you here!?” The man hissed as he crouched in front of Vinny, pressing the axe against his neck.

“I don’t even know how I got here!” The cameraman answered as he forced a smile at the man.

“Not my problem” the man spoke as he lifted the axe, Vinny tried to brace for impact, but instead they fell through the ground back into a cell. The cell was different it was larger and there were tables and all these other people too. “What the fuck…?” The man hissed as he grumbled.

“That was entertaining!” One of the people in the cell spoke, a woman. She had half her head shaved and black hair with purple highlights and purple eyes. She wore a cropped leather jacket with a shirt under and black shorts with neon purple lines.

“I’ve never seen you take so long to kill someone” she chuckled as she sat at a table, and stared at Vinny who was still on the ground, breathing heavily.

“Go fuck yourself” the man hissed as he went and sat by himself at a table.

“Get up” the woman chuckled to the cameraman. Vinny hesitantly nodded as he got up, dusting himself off. “Don’t mind Tenshi, he’s old and grumpy” she spoke as she patted the seat next to her.

The cameraman reluctantly sat next to her, “Where…are we?” He hesitantly asked.

“A hellhole, Rida puts us up against each other to the death” she chuckled, “I’m Nyssa” she introduced herself with a smile.

“Vinny…” the cameraman answered as he sighed and rubbed the back of his head, which hurt from when Tenshi pulled on it. “I’m gonna killed Rida…” he whined as he dropped his head on the table.

“Good luck with that, he hardly actually shows up in touching range and just watches like a freak” Nyssa answered.

“I’m gonna find a way out of here…” Vinny spoke.

“As far as I I’m certain there’s no way to leave, Tenshi’s been stuck here for the longest, 25 years and still hasn’t left” she answered, causing the cameraman to groan.

“Can I talk to him?” Vinny asked her.

“Maybe…or he might actually axe you” Nyssa spoke.

“Maybe that can wait a day” The cameraman answered, receiving a nod from her.

“Hey! Nyssa! What’s your bet for this one?! How long you gonna think he’s last?” A different man called out from across the room.

“A bet?” Vinny asked curiously as he cocked his head.

“They’re betting how long till you die” she spoke to Vinny, “Maybe a week Tex!” Nyssa called back out.

“Oh” the cameraman spoke.

“No hard feelings?” Nyssa asked.

“None, I’m surprised you even said a week, that’s generous” Vinny answered with a smile.

“Exactly!” Nyssa laughed out, “See? I like you already” she added as he rested her hand on Vinnys’ shoulder.

“Is there anything I should know here?” The cameraman asked, he knew he couldn’t trust everyone.

“Don’t trust Tex, or those three” She spoke as she pointed to four people in the corner. “They will backstab you the second they get a chance”

“I feel like anyone’s gonna back stab me” Vinny spoke.

“Fair, also there’s fights everyday, sometimes duos or not” Nyssa added.

“I’m so dying…” the cameraman confessed as he slumped his head back on the table. He looked back up when two bowls were put on the table. “What’s this?” It looked weird.

“Food, not really sure what it is, tastes terrible, but it could always be worse” Nyssa chuckled as she began eating. Vinny stared at the food, before taking a deep breath and beginning to eat too. He really hoped everything was alright back at the palace…

The food was terrible, but as Nyssa said, it could always be worse. And bad food could never compare to when Rushifa forced Vinny to eat flesh, he shivered form the thought of it. “Also we all just sleep in this area” She spoke up.

“Kill me” The cameraman groaned.

“Tenshi was trying to” Nyssa chuckled, as she pointed to the man sitting by himself eating.

Time somehow went by really quickly and everyone was asleep, he hadn’t done much other than sit down and watch Nyssa talk to everyone. Vinny sat in the corner of the cold cell, sighing to himself. Before he cocked his head as he saw Tenshi also awake, writing something into the sandy floor.

The cameraman hesitantly went over to him, and sat down. “What do you want?” Tenshi hissed, as he moved a little away from Vinny.

“Answers, I wanna hear what you have to tell me about this place…” The cameraman answered.

“You can trust Nyssa, she’s one of the trustworthy people in this pack of dogs” Tenshi grumbled, as if he knew what Vinny was going to say.

“That was one of my questions” the cameraman sighed, he noticed Tenshi slide his hand to the axe on the ground.

“Don’t get too attached…when you’re forced to fight against each other one will have to die…” Tenshi muttered, “And death is mercy”

“Then why are you still here? She said you’ve been here for 25 years, almost three decades…why not die and be not with this?” Vinny questioned as he leaned against a wall.

“Wouldn’t you like to know” Tenshi hissed as he looked away, his hand moving away from the axe.

“I know you say death is an easy option…but Rida already made my life hell out of this place, he wants something with me and my friends, a kingdoms’ power of some sort” Vinny confessed, he wanted to gain Tenshi’s trust. “I won’t die here…I can’t do that to my friends, leave them wondering what happened to me” he sighed.

There was this silence for a few moments, “I have a wife and kids…” Tenshi confessed quietly, “She doesn’t know what happened to me either I presume…” he added.

“A wife too? He looks like Shancai and Willow has his eyes” Vinny thought to himself.

“I’ve tried escaping this place for years…no luck but I won’t give up for her” Tenshi whispered.

“Maybe we can both try getting out together?” Vinny asked.

“We’re gonna be put up against each other and have to kill…I don’t get attached to anyone for that reason” Tenshi grumbled.

“Well Rida can go fuck himself, cause we’re not dying” The cameraman spoke as he held out his hand to Tenshi.

“I’ll play your game for now see where it ends…” Tenshi sighed as he took Vinnys’ hand.

(Also! The characters that will be added into the whole story is Nyssa and Tenshi, they’ll be important characters, more so Tenshi, by Nyssa will have a role)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 91

(I suggest you check out parts 1-90 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Vinny let out a sigh as he walked down the halls, he didn’t know exactly where Deity could be, but he assumed she was in her room as usual. The cameraman figured he should tell her about Rida at least, she was already kept in the dark a little about Enji, he also figured he should tell her about Wu and Jay finding out about all this.

He began humming to himself, it was subconscious and he was a little happy at stabbing Rida. Vinny knew there was something off about him, he was too kind and in what place is the kingdoms’ energy something that should’ve been his. It annoyed the cameraman and he began thinking, maybe Enji isn’t as bad as he thought.

Well Enji wasn’t that bad to Shancai, he clearly cared about this prince and as Rida said, Enji often kept secrets about this which was kind of sweet.

The cameraman was snapped out of his thoughts, he felt like he was being followed. He couldn’t get a break, could he? Vinny subconsciously slipped his hand in his pocket, resting it on the dagger, prepared to defend himself in case.

The cameraman acted clueless as to whoever was followed him, so when he turned a corner he stayed there for a moment waiting for the person following him to come by. When the person came by Vinny immediately slammed them against the wall, slicing their cheek slightly, earning a soft wince.

It was a thing he did, he would just cause a little cut to someone as a warning. The cameramans’ eyes widened in shock as he let out a small squeak when he saw the person…Garmadon…

“F-fuck! I am so sorry” Vinny instantly apologised as he put the dagger back in his pocket and looked at the oni with worry.

“It’s fine, it’ll heal easily” Garmadon answered as he rubbed away the purple liquid that dripped down his cheek.

“I didn’t mean to, I just felt like someone was following me and I didn’t realise it was him” the cameraman spoke, it was clear he was feeling guilty.

“I’m fine I swear” the oni sighed out, trying to soothe Vinnys’ worries. “Where are you off too?” He asked, trying to change the subject.

“I’m gonna hang out with Deity for a while if she lets I have somethings to ask her” the cameraman answered as he looked at the ground. There was a silence for a few seconds, “Wait why were you following me?” He suddenly spoke up, feeling very confused as he cocked his head.

“I uh…” Garmadon didn’t have an answer for that question as he tried making an excuse. “Why not?” He answered awkwardly.

“Seriously?” Vinny sighed out as he rubbed his temples.

“Just wanted to check on you” the oni spoke, causing the cameramans’ expression to soften as he felt a hand rest on his cheek. “Are you doing well?”

“Yea…Shancai’s teaching me how to fight” Vinny answered with a smile as he subconsciously leaned into Garmadons’ touch.

“I know…” the oni accidentally spoke, causing the cameraman to look at him in confusion. “I may have seen some…and that’s partly why I’m following you…” he reluctantly confessed.

Vinnys’ body tensed, what did Garmadon see? Did he see him hurt Shancai? That’s not good… “I-I uhh, what’s you see?” The cameraman nervously asked as he rubbed the back of his neck. The onis’ expression softened noticing Vinny tense up.

“You should know…” Garmadon sighed out as he watched the cameraman.

“Hah, you saw that?” Vinny asked worriedly, receiving a nod from the oni, “I can explain it…?” He added, he didn’t know how he could explain it without exposing some stuff so maybe he could go with the hallucination method.

“You were hallucinating right?” Garmadon asked, “You two spoke loudly, I heard some stuff” he confessed.

“Y-yea?” The cameraman awkwardly answered, well at least he didn’t need to explain himself.

“Have you been resting well?” The oni asked worriedly as he held Vinnys’ hands.

“Not really i guess…” the cameraman answered, that was lie, he’s had amazing sleep here, the kingdom felt safe. But sleep deprivation was a good excuse for hallucinations.

“Is something on your mind?” Garmadon asked, knowing fully well he wasn’t gonna get a proper answer, but it was worth a shot.

“No…” Vinny sighed out as he looked away, shoving his hands in his pockets.

“You need to rest if you’re hallucinating, I’m not pressing on about anything else, but you need rest” Garmadon spoke as he turned the cameramans’ face towards him.

“I know I know…I can take care of myself…” Vinny grumbled as he pulled away, he wasn’t going to be lectured like a child and especially since he was lying. “I gotta go now…sorry about your cheek…” he muttered as he began walking off.

The oni had other plans as he suddenly grabbed the cameramans’ arms and pushed him against the wall, earning a small yelp from Vinny before he was silenced by their lips crashing against each other. The cameraman was surprised, but happily kissed back. Garmadon was very obviously trying to ease his worries with this.

The two parted, before the oni let go of Vinny and walked off, “You looked good training…take care of yourself…” Garmadon spoke as he disappeared into the halls. The cameraman was left there standing, his cheeks bright red and slightly dazed. He hadn’t expected to be kissed again so soon, maybe Garmadon was trying to comfort him…

Vinny took a deep breath and recovered from the embarrassment, he had to go to Deity, stop getting distracted and no more scarring others. He continued his walk down the halls, before he reached Deitys’ room. The cameraman gently nodded and stood there for a moment, “Come in!” A familiar voice called out.

Vinny happily opened the door, feeling giddy from the kiss. He looked at the ground and saw Deity sitting there per usual reading a scroll. “Hello dear” she spoke with a smile as he patted the floor next to her, signalling him to sit down, which he did.

“Hey” Vinny spoke as he looked at the scroll, “Still haven’t found what you’re looking for?” He chuckled out softly.

“Sadly no…perhaps Rida doesn’t know either and is just keeping the power…” Deity answered as she rubbed her forehead.

“I doubt it…he came to me while I was in my room…” the cameraman confessed, causing Deity to look at him with concern.

“Are you alright? Did he hurt you?” She asked worriedly as she began scanning his body for any wounds.

“No no, I’m fine I swear…he was the one that got hurt not me” Vinny answered with a soft smile, as he gently held her hands reassuringly.

“How so?” She asked in curiously and surprise.

“He said some stuff, threatened the kingdom and well everyone…I may have stabbed his shoulder” the cameraman confessed, he felt a little smug that he managed to hurt Rida, and it made him feel better.

“That’s funny” Deity chuckled, “What did he want from you?”

“Not sure…when I first met him I sort of trusted him, not a lot though I think he wanted to check and see if I still trust him…and he had his answer” Vinny answered as he leaned back. “He also really doesn’t like you”

“Ah yes…I’m well aware…” Deity sighed out, her voice slightly pained. The cameraman realised this and his expression softened.

“He’s an asshole, I doubt he likes anyone” Vinny added in an attempt of comfort.

“I suppose that’s true…” Deity whispered, “Is there any reason you’re here? I thought you were training with Shancai?”

“Yea…he had patrol or something, and plus I haven’t talked to you much today, I thought I spoke to you before, but I realised it was Enji disguising himself…” Vinny sighed out, he had clearly forgotten to mention that part.

“Enji was here as well?” Deity asked, receiving a nod, “What did he need?”

“He got this photo book thingy, also Jay and Wu know about this whole situation, because Jay saw me and Enji talking, but don’t worry only they know” Vinny spoke.

“What an eventful day” Deity chuckled.

“Yea…also I have something to ask you” The cameraman spoke as he reached into his pocket reaching for the photo, Deity watched with interest. “This, it fell from the photo book Enji had, do you know anything about it?” He asked as he gave her the photo.

Oh she definitely knew something as her eyes widened and she stared at the two kids in it. “One’s Shancai right? And the other’s?” Vinny asked.

“Enji…” Deity confessed quietly as he stared at the photo. So Vinny was right…well guess he had an explanation to listen for…

(I have a migraine and my neck hurts but I pushed through for you guys😭)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 90

(I suggest you check out parts 1-89 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Vinnys’ eyes widened as he saw Rida, he hadn’t expected this and reluctantly let go. He wasn’t aware of what Rida was capable of and didn’t want to know either and he also didn’t trust him. “Why so tense?” Rida spoke, the cameraman could practically feel the smile forming behind his mask.

“No reason…” Vinny muttered as he put the dagger back in his pocket and stared at Ridas’ now, slightly cut arm. He turned around, facing his back to the taller man.

“Now now then, that’s not how you treat friends” Rida chuckled as he took off his Phoenix mask and placed it to the side.

“We’re not friends…” the cameraman’ grumbled as he sat on his bed and avoided staring at Ridas’ face, he was intimidating. Those bright orange eyes would burn holes into Vinnys’ head.

“We’re not?” Rida asked with feigned curiosity as he turned his head to the side. “I heard about your little run in with Rushifa, fun was it?” He chuckled, the cameraman felt sick at the thought.

“Why are you here?” Vinny suddenly asked, he was curious. Rida was an enemy of the kingdom and a pretty well known one so he definitely wasn’t up to any good. “Wasn’t sending Enji here enough?”

“I wish it was” Rida groaned as he rubbed his temples, “However he won’t tell me anything, in hopes of protecting the prince…quite pathetic if you ask me, but he does most of what I tell him” he confessed with a smile.

“So Enji really does care about Shanni? Or Rida’s fucking with me…” Vinny thought to himself.

“Now then, how have you been?” Rida questioned as he began looking around the room.

“Fine I guess…” The cameraman muttered, he didn’t want to talk to him, he didn’t trust him at all. “And answer me, why are you here?” He repeated in a more assertive tone.

“Trying to control the situation doesn’t suit you” Rida spoke as he touched the bandage on Vinnys’ arm from the day before. “Who did this?”

“You’re smart, figure it out yourself” the cameraman hissed as he pulled his arm away, Enji definitely kept secrets.

“Ah…so he came here yesterday as well?” Rida chuckled to himself.

“Answer me now” Vinny repeated for the third time, “You shouldn’t even be here, you’re not allowed in the kingdom, you’re sure as hell lucky I haven’t ran out” he added as he began fidgeting with the dagger.

“Just taking a look and making sure everything’s in check” Rida answered as he pressed his finger against the cameramans’ cheek, digging his nail in.

“The other day…when you said Enji was getting something that was rightfully yours, it was that chest right?” Vinny asked as he harshly grabbed Ridas’ wrist and pulled it away from his face.

“Enji was right…you have become more short-tempered” Rida chuckled, the cameraman looked at him in annoyance still waiting for an answer. “Yes yes, it was that chest” Rida sighed out as he rolled his eyes.

“Are you even royalty?” Vinny questioned as he cocked his head.

“Wouldn’t you like to know” Rida teased as he pulled his wrist back, “I take it that insufferable woman told you about this?” He hissed, clearly annoyed when talking about what was most definitely Deify. It reminded the cameraman of how Rushifa spoke of Willow.

“Yes she did and she’s not insufferable” Vinny scowled at him, he didn’t like someone badmouthing Deity, she was sweet.

“She’s trapped you in her lies as well?” Rida questioned, laughter threatening to exit his mouth.

“Lies?” The cameraman asked, he knew Deity had some secrets, but she definitely didn’t hide anything that would be too serious. He couldn’t blame her for having her own secrets.

“Oh you silly silly person” Rida spoke with feigned empathy as he bent over to Vinnys’ height and cupped his cheek. “You couldn’t possibly trust this kingdom more than me?”

“I can and I will” the cameraman answered with a hiss, “Since you and Enji showed up my life has been hell!” He hissed as he looked up a Rida, before going quiet as he shivered as if a gust of wind had brushed over him. His eyes had gone dark…with just bright orange eyes no emotion to them.

Vinny had only seen Deity, Shancai and Willow with those eyes, how then? How did Rida have them? And how did he hide them? Maybe he was being delusional maybe Rida was using some magic to fuck with him. The cameraman wanted to say something, but he felt his words get stuck in his throat.

“You have grown quite a tongue” Rida eventually chuckled out, breaking the silence and only seeming to make it more tense. “I suggest you distance yourself from here, would be a shame if something were to happen to this place…”

Vinny didn’t know what to do or say, instead he stared at the ground. He wanted to cry. He didn’t know why. He just always had pent up emotions now, either anger or sadness. “Now now then, tears don’t suit that face of yours” Rida spoke clearly mocking him as he lifted his chin up.

“What the hell do you actually fucking want from me?” The cameraman hissed as his gaze darkened and he gripped Ridas’ hand tightly, catching him off guard.

“You’ll know in due to time” Rida replied as he tried pulling his hand back, only to have Vinny tighten his grip. “Let go” he ordered.

“I want a fucking answer and I want it now” The cameraman threatened.

“Is that a threat?” Rida spoke, as a sadistic smile formed on his face. He was intrigued by this.

“It’s whatever you think it is asshole” Vinny responded as he gripped the dagger with his free hand.

“I don’t respond to threats well, there’s a reason that snake is blind” Rida confessed as he used his free hand to grip the cameramans’ wrist.

“Maybe she’s the reason you’re fucking scarred up eh?” Vinny mocked as his pupils constricted. Saying that seemed to get a rise out of Rida as anger flashed in his eyes before dying down.

“Perhaps I should take you down there? First hand experience as one would say?” Rida replied causing the cameraman to take a shaky breath. “Nothing else to say?” He asked smugly.

“I should fucking slit your tongue, you’re just as much as a snake as he-“ Vinny was just off by being thrown across the room. “F-fuck…” he groaned as he rubbed his back that hit the ground harshly.

“Would you like to repeat that please?” Rida hissed, “The only reason she didn’t tear you limb by limb was, because of me…perhaps I should let her eat you?” He asked.

“Better than seeing your fucking face!” The cameraman scowled back, before groaning as he felt hands wrap around his throat.

“Perhaps I should’ve let Enji kill you, no?” Rida chuckled out though clearly forced. “Or maybe I should let him kill your friends with you watching?”

Vinny growled hearing this before knocking Rida off of him, which took a lot of effort, he’s tall and much stronger. The cameraman grabbed the dagger which was sprawled across the floor and before he could think otherwise he drove the dagger into Ridas’ shoulder, earning a pain cry.

“Why don’t I fucking kill you?” The cameraman threatened as he pulled the dagger out and held it against Ridas’ neck.

“You wouldn’t” Rida painfully chuckled, as blood gushed from his arm.

“How would you know?” Vinny hissed as he threatened to press the dagger in.

“You’re too pathetic, imagine what your friends would say!” Rida answered, “I haven’t done anything too bad so you’re practically killing a man for more than his crime, for yourself!” He cackled out.

The cameramans’ eyes widened as he began to think what the others would say. Rida was right…this was wrong, he shouldn’t do this. But he deserved right? While Vinny was distracted by his thoughts Rida knocked him off of him and onto the ground.

“Try not to lose your sanity, this is beginning to get fun” Rida chuckled as he stood up, ignoring his arm which was profusely bleeding as he grabbed his Phoenix mask and put it on.

“Go fuck yourself” Vinny hissed, it was the first thing and the only thing he could say at the moment. His hands were covered in blood as he wiped his face accidentally rubbing it on his face.

“Also…I haven’t done anything bad yet, that is” Rida chuckled before another gush of wind brushed over Vinny as he shut his eyes before opening them and realising Rida was gone…The cameraman sat on the ground, not knowing what to do, or well…he couldn’t really move, his body felt numb.

“I’m really fucking crazy” Vinny eventually laughed to himself as he held the dagger tightly before wiping the blood off with his hand. Was all this worth it? He should just tell everyone and be done with it. “I’m not fucking short-tempered…” he grumbled to himself, he didn’t want to believe it, but he knew he’s slowly became more agitated.

The cameraman was cut off by a knock on the door. “Who is it?!” Vinny shouted out, presuming it was Shancai.

“Me” just as the cameraman expected it was the prince, Vinny sat there for a moment, he was covered in a blood and shirtless, but he couldn’t careless.

“Come in! Door should be unlocked” The cameraman called out, he ad forgotten to lock the door due to the events from before. The door opened with a creek as Vinny saw the prince stand there for a moment after he turned on the lights, he looked worried and was holding some clothes, clearly this old ones.

“What happened?” Shancai immediately asked as he put the clothes on the bed and rushed to crouch down next to the cameraman. “Are you hurt? Is it from your shoulder?”

“I’m fine, don’t worry” Vinny chuckled out, “Not my blood”

“That does not lessen my concern” Shancai spoke as he was about to grab the cameramans’ bloody hand.

“Don’t get yourself dirty, you just showered” Vinny spoke as he pulled his arm away.

“Then tell me what happened” the prince repeated.

“Rida came…he was a bit annoying and I may have well…sort of stabbed his shoulder?” The cameraman nervously confessed, causing Shancai to stare at him in surprise.

“Rida was here? What did he want? Are you sure he didn’t hurt you?” The prince questioned once more.

“He just was here like how Enji was…to be an ass” Vinny sighed out, “I sort of threatened him then he brought up he’s the reason Rushifa’s blind so then I asked him if she’s the reason he’s scarred just to mess with him then he threw me on the ground” the cameraman sighed out.

“Oh…oh wow…” Shancai spoke as he looked at Vinny who was chuckling softly. “You should go shower before someone sees you like this…”

“Yea…I was gonna shower, but then he came” The cameraman sighed as he stood up as put the dagger back in the sheath.

“I have to go though…I can get someone to clean your room though”the prince confessed.

“It’s fine, I’ll be with Deity” Vinny answered as he stretched. “And I guess someone cleaning the floor would be nice…I doubt I’ll be able to clean blood properly

“I’ll see you when I get back and I’ll find someone to clean this” Shancai sighed as he stood up, the cameraman nodded as he watched him leave, closing the door. Vinny locked the door and sighed, his life was fucked.

He went into the bathroom and grimaced as he looked at the mirror. His face was body was covered in blood. Who knew stabbing someones’ shoulder this much caused this? Vinny emptied his pockets and swore to himself as he had forgotten he had that photo he found when he was checking that room with Shancai.

As much as he wanted to inspect the photo now, his hands were covered in blood and he didn’t want to ruin it. So he simply put it to the side and glanced at it quickly. Vinnys’ eyes widened.

There were two kids in the photo, one looked like Shancai, but the other wasn’t recognisable, he had short hair, a large smile with a missing tooth as his hand was swung over who Vinny presumed as Shancai.

The cameraman took a deep breath, he can think of this later right now he had to shower. Vinny took off his pants, he had already taken off his shirt before. He entered the shower and turned on the water letting out a sigh of relief as the blood dripped down his body.

Vinny splashed his face with water, he couldn’t imagine how the others would react if they saw him covered in blood like this. And honestly he hated the way it felt on him. It was a quick shower nothing out of the ordinary other than a bunch of scrubbing.

Once he was done he wrapped a towel around his waist and went back into the bedroom, careful to not step on the blood as he began getting dressed. He had decided on wearing one of those old pants Shancai gave him, they were awfully comfy. He also just threw on some random shirt before he rubbed his hair with the towel.

After he finished with that he went back into the bathroom and began cleaning off the bloody dagger and cleaning the floor, it was best to clean as much as he could he didn’t want to annoy the person cleaning the bedroom. Vinny wiped the floor in the bathroom before sighed as he stared at the ground in the bedroom.

As much as he wanted to clean it he was afraid of ruining something so he grabbed the photo from the bathroom and just sat on the bed. The cameraman began to observe the photo, he wanted to know who the other kid in the photo was. Maybe it was Enji? Shancai and Enji used to be friends before…

They looked so…happy together. Shancai had a soft smile on his face while Enji had their cheeks pressed against each other. “What happened…?” Vinny spoke to himself out loud. Maybe he can ask Deity later, for now he was snapped out of his thoughts by a knock on the door. So he quickly got up and opened the door.

A woman stood there, a soft smile on her face with a mop and other. She had a blue and brown eye, with light skin and black hair. “You’re the one with the blood right?” The woman asked softly.

“Uh r-right” Vinny spoke awkwardly, it was a bit embarrassing as he stepped the the side and let her in, she didn’t seem fazed by the blood. “Sorry for the mess…” he apologised as he sat on the bed.

“It’s no issue, the prince is no different from this” she chuckled in response.

“He is?” The cameraman asked.

“Yep, I don’t mind it” she answered.

“Right…” Vinny spoke, there was this awkward silence, they both clearly didn’t like conversations and didn’t want to introduce themselves.

“You can leave if you want” She spoke up, “I enjoy being alone”

“A-are you sure? I feel bad about the mess…” Vinny answered back.

“I’m sure” she chuckled, “You even sound like the prince, don’t worry” she comforted him.

“A-alright” the cameraman sighed, “I’ll be with Deity if you need me just come get me” he reluctantly spoke, as he shoved the dagger and photo in his pocket, she nodded and watched him leave.

Vinny felt a ton of relief now he wasn’t in the room, so he decided to make his way to Deity, he had questions…

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 89

(I suggest you check out parts 1-88 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

As Vinny and Shancai walked down the halls of the palace, the cameraman couldn’t help but feel like a burden was lifted off his shoulders, he no longer felt like he carried the weight of the world.

Vinny still felt some anxiety, but knowing that Wu or Jay understood the situation and weren’t jumping to conclusions, relived him, so he could presume what the others could possible say if they found out about Enji.

“You alright?” The prince asked, snapping the cameraman out of his thoughts, as he looked up.

“Yea…” Vinny sighed in relief, “A lot better now, you were right about them being understanding” he chuckled, as he rubbed the back of his neck.

“Your other friends would understand just as much, don’t worry yourself” Shancai spoke, “We still need to figure Ridas’ plan with you…” he sighed out.

“I know…what could he possibly want from me? There’s nothing special about me, the only significant thing I’ve done is allow Ninjagos’ former warlord into my house and date him…” The cameraman confessed.

“You never mentioned that before…” the prince spoke as he cocked his head curiously.

“Ah right…” Vinny sighed, “Yea…Garmadon was kind of the city’s number one enemy because he destroyed it…not his fault though, he was bitten by this snake that corrupted him when he was young”

“That is pretty major…” Shancai spoke as they continued walking. “Was it…hard to love him?” He hesitantly asked, his voice quietening.

“A little…” the cameraman chuckled, as a somber smile formed on his face, “He was a little short tempered at times, but he’s always interested me” he confessed.

“Do you ever think of what others would think?” The prince questioned, the questions were clearly for something or well…someone…

“All the time, but who cares? The city’s fucked up and so is everyone else…i won’t let judgemental bitches criticise my life just because they don’t approve of it, there’ll always be people who don’t approve…” Vinny sighed as he looked up at Shancai.

“You don’t get uncomfortable from being judged…?” The prince asked his voice barely audible.

“I do, sometimes…but when practically everyone found out Garmadon was living with me they all gave me judgy looks and overtime I got used to it” The cameraman confessed as they made it outside, back to the training area.

“You really love him” Shancai painfully chuckled, he was clearly thinking about someone, and Vinny had a hint as to who that someone was, and Shancai clearly yearned this person.

“I do…I love him so much…” the cameraman sighed as they walked down the steps. “Well that was quicker than expected”

“Yea…” Shancai sighed as he rubbed his temples and stretched.

“What are we doing now?” Vinny asked curiously, he wanted to distance himself from their conversation before, it clearly was taking a toll on the prince. And it only seemed to confuse Vinny about Shancai and Enji, because it was obvious the prince was thinking about him. The guilt and yearning on his face was evident.

“Speed I suppose, you can’t run away from someone if you’re slow, and you couldn’t catch up with Jay” the prince spoke, slightly teasing Vinny.

“N-not my fault! Enji held me down and let Jay get away” the cameraman whined as his cheeks flushed in embarrassment.

“A few laps around here is fine?” Shancai asked, receiving a soft nod from Vinny. “I’ll run with you” he added.

“You’re like a hundred times faster than me” the cameraman joked.

“I might as well be” The prince replied as he handed Vinny his water bottle, “Don’t drink too little or too much”. The cameraman nodded and drank some water, it was good for be hydrated before a run.

“So just around here?” Vinny asked as he pointed to the area. The prince nodded in response as they stood next to each other. Shancai ran first, clearly going slow allowing the cameraman to run at the same pace.

“Breathe in from your nose and out from your mouth” the prince spoke, Vinny nodded and did what was instructed. The area they ran around wasn’t small, but wasn’t large and it was tolerable. The run wasn’t anything significant, they didn’t talk much because there wasn’t really anything to talk about.

They ran around for a good half an hour before sitting back down, the two managed to lap around the area around 8-12 times before relaxing. “That was good” Vinny chuckled as he drank water.

“How so?” Shancai asked curiously, the two were letting out soft pants, were sweating while their cheeks were slightly flushed.

“Just felt nice and relaxing, no problems to deal with at all” the cameraman answered as he smiled at the prince. “Do you ever find training relaxing?”

“Sometimes I guess…” Shancai answered as he drank as well.

“Wanna go inside?” Vinny asked as he leaned back.

“I don’t see why not, best we don’t push you so quickly” the prince answered as the both stood up, the cameraman cracking his back. The two walked back up the stairs, Vinny letting out an exasperated groan, he hated stairs.

“Do you have patrol today?” The cameraman asked as they began walking down the halls once more.

“Yes, it would be better if you stay here this time” Shancai answered, “There has been rumours of some attack” he added.

“Really? You gonna be alright? With your bruise and all you should have a break” Vinny asked, he was well aware of the princes’ abilities of self defence, but he could still be worried.

“I’ll manage, perhaps you could stay with mother? She doesn’t seems to mind your presence while working on things which is rare, she hardly allows others that’s not me or Willow there” Shancai spoke.

“Yea, hey uh…why did you say it like that?” Vinny asked, confusing the prince.

“Say what?” Shancai questioned as he cocked his head.

“Before you used to say ‘my mother’…but now you just say ‘mother’…?” The cameraman nervously confessed as he rubbed the back of his neck and looked away. There was silence for a few seconds as they both stopped walking.

“Never crossed my mind, I just stopped it and it feels right” Shancai eventually spoke up breaking the silence.

“I-it does?” Vinny asked as he looked at the prince.

“Yea, I’m sure Willow would agree…you’re welcome into our family” Shancai spoke comfortingly causing a small smile to form on the cameramans’ face.

“Thanks…” Vinny sighed in relief as they began walking again.

“If you were to ask Willow she would call you our brother” The prince spoke, “And I would call you the same” he added. The cameraman looked at the ground, he was happy hearing that.

“I’ve thought the same with all of you…I’ve kinda of regarded you as family now” Vinny chuckled out.

“We all see you as one of our own” Shancai spoke.

“That makes me feel better, thanks…for everything…” the cameraman spoke as they continued walking down the halls. “You think the travellers tea would work bringing us back here…?” He asked quietly, he really wanted to come back here all the time.

“It’s no issue, we’ll surely find another way for you to come back here, if not travellers tea then we can find something like Enjis’ mirror” Shancai spoke, as he placed his hand on Vinnys’ shoulder.

“You think whatever Rida’s up to is gonna be bad…?” The cameraman quietly asked as he leaned against the prince slightly.

“I…am uncertain of what he is doing, but I won’t, and can’t give you false hope of it being something small…” Shancai confessed.

“That’s what I wanted to hear” Vinny chuckled weakly, “Just the truth…” he sighed.

“Your room’s here, you wanna go?” Shancai asked, receiving a nod from the other.

“Yea…you need to get ready either way and I need a shower” the cameraman answered as he opened the door to his room.

“If you would like, I could possibly give you some of my old clothes, like the ones you’re wearing now…they fit you well” Shancai spoke.

“That would be amazing” Vinny sighed out, “They’re really comfy too, thanks”

“Once you’re done come to me and I’ll give them” the prince asked, receiving a nod from the cameraman. “I’ll be in my room” he added as he began walking off.

“See ya” Vinny called out before stretching and going into his room and closing the door. That was nice, the kingdom was nice, Deity, Shancai and Willow were nice. The cameraman took off his arm bracers and cloak tossing it onto the bed as he felt his back. Man he sweated a lot.

“Not doing anything else today…” he spoke to himself as he stroked a hand through his hair and sat on the bed. The cameraman took off his shirt, allowing his body to breathe for a moment. He had a feeling his muscles were gonna hurt in the morning.

The hairs on his body stood up as he shivered, a cool gust of wind hit him, it felt familiar. Not Enji familiar, but familiar. Vinny began looking around as his hand slid to the dagger in his pocket. He didn’t know why but he didn’t feel alone.

The cameraman suddenly pulled the dagger out and slammed someone against the wall, the dagger digging into the strangers’ arm. Vinnys’ eyes widened when he saw the person, not necessarily saw but recognised…a Phoenix mask…there was only one person with that mask…Rida…

(Vinny being curious about why Shancai stopped saying ‘my mother’ has gotta be the cutest thing ever cause you know he’s all happy about being accepted like this😭)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 88

(I suggest you check out parts 1-87 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

The four entered this room, one in there Shancai shut the door and locked it. They weren’t taking risks of being found. There were seats placed, two next to each other and two in front. The cameraman and the prince sat next to each other while Wu and Jay sat next to each other.

“Ask your questions” Vinny sighed out as he leaned back into the chair. He couldn’t care less about Enji at the moment, he was too tired to deal with him.

“That guy, what’s his name? And how long have you known him?” Jay asked curiously.

“His name’s Enji” the cameraman answered as Wu and Jay listened intently. “I’ve known him for a week or so? Longer than you that’s for sure” he added.

“You’re not working with him?” Wu asked, he clearly didn’t believe his question either, he just had to hear Vinny confirm it.

“Never” Vinny answered.

“Who knows about him?” The lightning ninja questioned.

“Me, my sister and mother” Shancai spoke, receiving a nod from the others.

“That’s because he’s an enemy of the kingdom” Vinny added, clarifying it more.

“How’d you two meet?” Wu questioned, the cameraman let out a painful chuckle.

“Remember that guy I told you about? The random hallucination one?” Vinny asked.

“Yes?” Wu spoke, while Jay looked confused. Wu seemed to be realising where this was going.

“Yes it was him…and he’s made my life a living hell” the cameraman grumbled as he looked at the ground.

“Didn’t you say he-?” Wu was cut off.

“Yea I did…he was threatening everyone, I didn’t know what the ruck to do. Hell I almost told Garmadon about him once, but Enji fucking threatened him too!” Vinny laughed out, though it was clearly forced and the memories were painful.

“Breath…” Shancai spoke to the cameraman softly as he placed a comforting hand on his shoulder.

“Oh right! You and Garmadon are fucking dating?!” Jay suddenly asked, causing Vinnys’ cheeks to grow bright red.

“Yes…” he answered embarrassingly, “We’re on a little break though…” he sighed out, Jays’ mind turned off as he tried processing this.

“So Enji’s the reason you’re like this?” Wu asked, receiving a nod from the cameraman. “Do you know anything about him?”

“Yea…remember when you came back from the mission and I said his powers were like illusions?” Vinny asked, receiving a nod. “That’s cause he’s the elemental master of illusion” he spoke.

“Seriously?” Jay asked, “Anything else he can do?”

“He knows some magic, sometimes when he creates illusions he can turn some into actual objects” Shancai spoke, “And he works with someone named Rida”

“Is Rida worse?” Wu asked.

“It’s…complicated…” Shancai spoke, causing them to see what Vinny would say.

“Very complicated…” The cameraman sighed, as he pulled his dagger from his pocket, “This dagger was Enjis’, but Rida gave it to me for some reason…and so far Rida’s been kinder to be than Enji, but I can’t trust him, he’s unsettling” Vinny spoke.

“Tell them about the key…” Shancai muttered to the cameraman, causing him to tense.

“What key?” Jay asked.

“The key you got back from the mission that disappeared” Wu sighed to Jay, understanding what it meant.

“I…may have helped Enji get it…” Vinny quietly confessed as quilt crawled up his back.

“What?!” Jay spoke as his eyes widened.

“Not by choice! He came to me at like 2am in the fucking morning and looked like if I didn’t do it he would kill someone” The cameraman spoke.

“What’s the significance of it?” Wu questioned, as he nodded in understanding, he understood why Vinny would do such a thing.

“Not sure” the cameraman lied, Deity told him the significance and told him to keep it a secret so he was.

“Me neither” Shancai spoke as he sighed.

“Has Enji hurt you?” Wu asked.

“He stabbed my hand and foot” Vinny spoke bluntly as he held up his hand which had stitches, “So I thankfully had Zane and Pixal stitch it up, i think it was a few days after, but I didn’t want it get infected” He added.

“So the other day, back at the monastery, when you were eating and you just yelled for no reason was it because of Enji?” Jay asked.

“Yea…” the cameraman chuckled painfully, “He’s an asshole I know…” he sighed.

“The person he works with, Rida, is he one we should be wary of?” Wu asked.

“Not sure…Enji listens to Rida and respects him, so I think yes…” Vinny answered.

“Definitely…Rids tends to be the brains of the two, Enji’s smart, but he’s sent out to do plans” Shancai spoke.

“Does Rida have powers?” Jay asked.

“Dark magic or well the dark arts” Shancai spoke, “He’s well in it as well” he added. Wu and Jays’ eyes widened.

“I thought he did normal magic” Vinny spoke as he looked at the prince.

“Rarely, there are things you can only do in those, so he tends to lead into the more destructive path” Shancai answered.

“That’s not good, how long has he been after your kingdom?” Wu asked.

“Perhaps seven years?” The prince spoke.

“Doesn’t Garmadon know more about magic? Maybe he knows counters and stuff?” Jay asked.

“Perhaps, though my brother most likely distanced himself from those things” Wu answered.

“He has…but he still knows stuff” Vinny spoke up, “I asked him about all that stuff” the cameraman continued.

“He answered you?” Wu asked.

“At first he was a bit hesitant, but he eventually didn’t mind telling me about it…he told me all about that stuff, elementals, powers and magic, he definitely knows about it” Vinny answered.

“Perhaps I can ask him?” Wu spoke, receiving a nod from the others.

“Quick question…how does Enji get around, one moment he’s here the next he isn’t” Jay questioned.

“An enchanted mirror, it’s a small shard that teleports him placed, mostly places with a mirror, though sometimes it can take you other places” Shancai explained. “In your case, you were dropped for the sky by one”

“Shanni they don’t know how we got here…” Vinny sighed, he still felt guilty about bringing everyone here.

“You know how we got here?” Jay asked.

“Yes…sort of my fault too…” the cameraman awkwardly spoke.

“Not your fault” Shancai spoke, as he looked at Vinny, not liking him blaming himself.

“Anyways!” Vinny spoke, “I had this fucked up enchanted mirror shard then we dropped from the sky” he sighed out.

“This is all so strange” Wu spoke.

“Trust me…I know” The cameraman chuckled.

“You can’t keep these secrets” Wu sighed, while Jay nodded.

“I know…” Vinny spoke, “It’s just hard…he threatens everyone and sometimes I know he’ll act on those words…”

“We won’t tell the others?” Jay asked.

“Please don’t…” The cameraman begged, receiving nods from Jay and Wu.

“Best we be off then…the others might get suspicious” Wu spoke as he got up.

“Yea…” Vinny spoke, as he watched them go to the door, he relaxed more into the chair.

“If anything else happens tell us” Wu spoke, receiving a nod from the two as they both walked out. Shancai and Vinny were left alone in the room.

“That went way better than I anticipated” the prince spoke up.

“I know” the cameraman laughed out in relief. “That could’ve went so wrong in so many ways” he sighed out.

“I told you, you’re friends are understanding” Shancai spoke as he patted Vinnys’ back.

“I know…I was just overthinking” the cameraman sighed, as he stretched. “Should we go back and train?”

“If you want to” the prince answered, Vinny happily nodded so they both stood up and began making their way back out. They could only hope nothing else happened…

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 87

(I suggest you check out parts 1-86 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

“We can continue in an hour” Shancai spoke up as they began walking down the halls, “You’re not in the best mood at the moment” he added in an understanding voice.

“T-Thank you…” The cameraman answered quietly as he leaned closer to the prince, who was Jay gonna tell? Nya? Wu?

“Enji wanted to be found, he clearly knew Jay was there…if he didn’t want to be found he would’ve told you sooner” Shancai spoke comfortingly as he watched Vinny stare at the ground.

“I’m scared…” The cameraman managed to squeak out as tears began rolling down his cheeks. The princes’ expression softened as they stopped walking and he stood in front of Vinny, placing his hands on his shoulder comfortingly.

“I know…” Shancai began as he tried making the cameraman look up at him, “You have every right to be scared, you don’t need to pretend with me…” he added.

“Why do you do it…?” Vinny whispered as he looked up at Shancai, his eyes glistening with tears. The prince let out a shaky breath hearing this, he hadn’t expected a question like this. There was silence for a few minutes and it was deafening as tension filled the air.

“I…” Shancai spoke as he lowered his gaze, the cameraman clearly didn’t mean to ask that question, but he did and wanted an answer. “I haven’t opened up to someone in years…last time I did was Enji…” he confessed quietly, as guilt and shame tainted with his voice and expression.

“You said you were friends before…how close were you two actually…?” Vinny hesitantly pressed on as he listened intently, while rubbing tears from his eyes.

“Close…I was closer with him than anyone, I trusted him and I lo-“ the prince cut himself out, as his voice quietened.

“Can we go to that room I told you about?” Vinny spoke up, receiving a nod from Shancai, as the cameraman began leading the way. It was a fairly long walk, Vinny hadn’t realised how much he ran after Jay till now. As they reached the room he could practically feel the princes’ guilt grow.

They both entered the room, still as dusty as before. “Why would he come in here…?” Vinny asked curiously as he looked around.

“I am…unsure…” Shancai answered, though it was a lie, but the cameraman didn’t push on as they both searched the room. Vinny noticed a picture on the ground, must’ve fell from the photo book, he grabbed it and shoved it into his pocket, he didn’t know how the prince would react.

“Can we leave…?” Shancai asked shakily , discomfort evident. The cameraman nodded as they both left, closing the door behind them.

“Sorry…for changing this up so quickly…” Vinny apologised, he felt bad, Shancai tried comforting him before, but he just flipped the whole conversation into an interrogation session.

“Hey you two!” A familiar voice called out, Kai? They both turned around, instantly changing their attitudes.

“Hey Kai!” Vinny answered as a smile, plastered its way onto his face, the fire ninja came over.

“What you two up to?” Kai questioned.

“Wandering” Shancai bluntly answered.

“Yea pretty much it, he’s also helping me fight a little” The cameraman added.

“Cool!” Kai answered, “You think one day I can spar you?” He questioned curiously.

“Unless I have a death wish, no” Vinny chuckled, causing the fire ninja to fake pout. “Anyways what are you up to?” He asked.

“On my way to the dinner hall, everyone else is going since it’s like lunch or something” Kai answered, the cameraman looked up at Shancai, they were both silently communicating. The idea of everyone being there made Vinny uneasy.

“Have you seen Jay?” Shancai spoke up.

“Uhh yea…I saw him running, though he didn’t even talk to me” Kai answered, with confusion.

“Right…” The cameraman sighed out.

“You two should come eat” The fire ninja added, Shancai was about to say something, most likely a protect, but was cut off.

“Sure” Vinny answered, causing the prince to look at him curiously.

“I’ll see you two there” Kai answered with a smile as he ran off.

“Are you sure?” Shancai asked the cameraman when Kai was out of hearing range.

“No…” Vinny whined, “Better now then later…Enji wants something from me and I won’t let the others get hurt, because I’m keeping secrets…” he added, guilt continuously gnawing at him.

“Very well…but what he told everyone?” Shancai asked.

“So be it…” the cameraman answered, “They’ll know the truth, they’ll know why I’m fucking crazy” he added as he clenched his fists and stared at the ground.

“What if they don’t ask?” Shancai questioned.

“I’ll try to push off the questions, avoid them, but if it’s more persistent then I’ll tell…” the cameraman replied, as they both began walking down the halls.

“I miss my sister…she’s better at this…” the prince sighed.

“I don’t mind…you’re good at this too, if I want more emotional talks she would be better, but right now I need someone to keep me calm…either way I enjoy talking to you about this stuff…” the cameraman answered with a smile, Shancai looked surprised for a moment.

“Thank you…” The prince spoke up as a small smile appeared on his face.

“Alright then, if Jay hasn’t told everyone and he tries asking me questions I’ll tell him later, explain everything and try making him keep it a secret” Vinny spoke as he tried reassuring himself.

“That sounds like it could work” Shancai answered, receiving a soft nod from the cameraman, “Best we be off then?” He asked, receiving another nod as they continued walking.

The two eventually made it to the dinner hall and entered, thankfully the room didn’t go silent when they saw Vinny, only Jay and Wu were quiet, and they were sitting next to each other. It would make sense for the lightning ninja to tell Wu about this. The cameraman could only hope that Garmadon doesn’t know.

“Hey you two!” Cole spoke with a smile as he signalled for them to sit down next to him. Vinny smiled in response and sat next to him, Kai was on the other side of Cole. Shancai obviously sat next to Vinny, who was trying to ignore Garmadons’ eyes that were fixated on him, with worry and curiosity.

“Where have you two been? I haven’t see you around the palace?” Nya asked as she ate.

“I’m teaching him how to fight” the prince answered, causing the group to look surprised.

“Really?” Lloyd asked curiously, receiving a confirming nod from Vinny.

“Yep, just was a bit curious, and it won’t do anyone harm if I learnt how to defend myself properly, especially in our city” the cameraman chuckled out, it wasn’t a lie, Ninjago was very dangerous and it seemed like there was a new villain every month.

“That’s cool” Cole laughed, “Hey Shancai, I’ve been wondering something” he added as he turned his attention to the prince.

“Go ahead” Shancai responded with a nod, while Vinny tried to ignore the fact that Jay was staring at him, while talking quietly to Wu.

“Would there be anyway to come back to the kingdom after we’re sent back to Ninjago?” The earth ninja asked, “It’s just this place is amazing”

“I suppose there could be a way, though it might take some time to actually make it properly” The prince answered.

“Like what?” Kai asked.

“You may have heard of it, travellers tea” Shancai spoke, receiving an understanding nod from the others. “I can ask my mother if you wish and I doubt this would be the last time we see each other” he added.

“That would be great” Wu spoke up, “Does the kingdom count as a realm?” He asked curiously.

“Not necessarily, it’s just isolated and I assume your city isn’t close” The prince answered, receiving another nod.

“Does the mirror Enji has work?” Vinny muttered, he knew it probably did, but he just wanted to confirm his suspicions, Shancai silently nodded to the cameraman.

“Hey Vinny…?” Jay spoke up, his voice full of reluctance. The cameramans’ heart dropped, try to play it off was the only thing he could do.

“Yea?” Vinny answered shakily, while the others listened intently and Shancai stared at the cameraman with worry.

“Who’s-“ Jay was cut off, by Vinny kicking his leg under the table, desperately trying to signal for him to stop. The lightning ninja looked at the cameraman looked like he was on the verge of a panic attack. “Who’s taking your place at work? You’ve been gone for awhile” he thankfully changed the topic, catching the hint.

“Not sure…” Vinny answered, as he let out a soft sigh of relief.

“Won’t you get fired?” Lloyd asked.

“Maybe, maybe not…” the cameraman spoke, “I’ve worked there for years mainly for Gayle, she’s really pushy and others don’t really stay with her, i’ve done a lot of things that would normally get me fired but didn’t” he added.

“That’s funny” Kai chuckled, “Why don’t you quit?”

“Finding a job when living in a city that gets destroyed every other month is hard” Vinny answered, receiving an understanding nod from the others.

The rest of the time was spent with making jokes and eating, nothing too serious. Eventually Shancai and Vinny left and hanged out in the halls, it wasn’t late but not early either. Afternoon.

“That went better than expected” the prince spoke to the cameraman.

“Yea…I kicked Jays’ leg under the table” Vinny answered, “And thankfully he understood what I meant and changed the topic”

“Your work life sounds interesting” Shancai confessed.

“It is…” the cameraman chuckled in response as they began strolling down the halls.

“Vinny!” A familiar voice called out, right…Jay really wanted to have that talk…the cameraman and the prince stopped turning around. Jay and Wu were coming over, so the lightning ninja definitely told Wu.

“Hey…” Vinny spoke awkwardly as he balanced on the balls of his feet, and rubbed the back on his neck, avoiding eye contact.

“An explanation would do well” Wu sighed out as he watched the cameraman slowly be eaten up by anxiousness.

“Right…” Vinny sighed out.

“I suggest somewhere more private” Shancai spoke up, receiving a nod from the others as they began walking, following the prince.

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 86

(I suggest you check out parts 1-85 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

“We both know you won’t” Enji chuckled, as he slipped the dagger out of Vinnys’ hand, he knew the threats were fake, for now. “You wouldn’t want to get rid of me…Shannis’ one person of affection” he added with a sly smirk.

“Don’t bullshit me, you’re an asshole he wouldn’t love you” The cameraman scowled, truth is, he didn’t want to believe it. He could tell Enji and Shancai had some closeness. “And I doubt you love him…” he added as he got back up.

“I don’t love him? How are you so certain?” Enji asked, “You just accidentally waltz into the kingdom and suddenly he’s giving you everything? That’s no fair” he spoke up, there was slight jealousy in his voice that Vinny took notice of, he might ask Deity or Willow when he saw them next.

“You’re trying to destroy his kingdom, and I’m somehow involved in this whole situation, so I’m an ally, a friend, you’re here destroying my life for some fucked up reason no one’s told me yet” Vinny snapped back, he was growing a bit more of a spine around Enji, he realised he wouldn’t get seriously hurt and that Enji was more playful.

“Oh pleaseeee” Enji groaned, “Just because I caused some issues between you and your boyfriend and may have attacked your friends doesn’t destroy your life” he added.

“It does mean that!” The cameraman answered, “You appeared one fucking night and decided you had problems with me! Everyone thinks I’m hysteric or something, because I look like shit, I feel like shit and I’m sick of your shit!” He hissed as he grabbed the collar of Enjis’ shirt.

“Man it’s fun seeing you mad!” Enji laughed out, “Either way you won’t kill me”

“You’re bullshitting me about him…and plus it’s not my fault we’re here! That stupid mirror shard thing made us fall from the fucking sky!” Vinny yelled back.

“Sure thing! Why do you think he hasn’t killed me?” Enji chuckled before going over to a draw that looks like it hasn’t been opened in years and grabbing a photo book out. “I know more about him than anyone…and I warned you about the mirror shard” he added.

“What’s that…? And you knowing everything about him makes you sound like a stalker and I don’t want to know why he hasn’t killed you” Vinny spoke, he felt uneasy about it, was it dangerous and why did Enji want it?

“None of your business!” Enji snapped as he held the book, the cameraman tried grabbing it, but was pushed away.

“Asshole” Vinny muttered, realising he wasn’t gonna win.

“Yea yea…” Enji mumbled, “Once your deemed useless you’re gonna be killed in less than 5 minutes” he added with a smile.

“What?” The cameraman asked shakily.

“Why so tense buddy?! Just kidding!” Enji laughed, “But ruining your life is so fun!” He chuckled.

“Go fuck yourself!” Vinny hissed, before trying to grab the book once more this time managing to get into this little fight and defend battle. More so Enji was defending the book.

“Geez! Why do you care? It’s just a book!” Enji hissed as he pushed Vinny across the room.

“Why won’t you show me!? How can I trust that you’re not trying to hurt someone here?!” Vinny hissed back as he grabbed the dagger.

“You have more problems to take care of!” Enji scowled, causing the cameraman to pause.

“What?” Vinny asked curiously, Enji chuckled and pointed to the door which was slightly open, the cameraman turned his attention there and his heart dropped as he felt all air leave his lungs.

“Your little friends’ been watching us the whole time” Enji laughed, eyes peeking through of the crack of the door, Jay…he saw this…he saw everything…

The cameraman watched as Jay disappeared. Vinny took a shaky sigh before trying to get up to chase after him, only to be kept down by Enji, “Let me go asshole!” He hissed as he writhed trying to get away.

“Nope!” Enji teased, only to have his chest elbowed, as Vinny shoved his dagger in his pocket and ran as fast as his legs allowed, he wanted to punch Enji, when he heard his laughter echo, before slowly subsiding as he ran further.

He saw Jay running down the halls, “Jay wait!” Vinny called out in desperation, he couldn’t have anyone finding out, not yet…he didn:t even realise the fact that he ran past Garmadon.

The lightning ninja didn’t stop, but instead ran faster and out of sight. The cameraman eventually stopped when he realised he couldn’t catch up. His legs trembled beneath him as he leaned against the wall…this was terrible…did Jay presume Vinny was a traitor? He wasn’t a traitor and that interaction with Enji was harsh.

“Vinny?” A familiar voice spoke, as he saw a figure come closer to him.

“Shancai…” The cameraman whimpered out, as tears pricked in the corner of his eyes. The prince immediately rested his hands on Vinnys’ shoulders.

“I said take as long as you want, I didn’t think you would…what happened?” Shancai asked with concern. Without warning the cameraman hugged the prince tightly, fuck he was scared, he was really scared. Shancai paused when he felt arms wrap around him, before he slowly wrapped his arms around Vinny.

“E-Enji…he was here and h-he-“ The cameraman was speaking to fast for anyone to comprehend, thought he could notice the surprise in the princes’ eyes.

“Calm down…” Shancai spoke softly, “Deep breaths…tell me slowly…” the prince whispered comfortingly.

“F-fuck…” Vinny whimpered out, “Enji…h-he disguised himself as Deity…took me to this room and we had this weird conversation…I-I was took annoyed at him I-I didn’t even realise that J-Jay was looking in from the door!” He confessed as he tried holding his tears back.

“He saw you…did Enji specify why he was here?” Shancai asked.

“N-no…thought he room we went to he took this book…it looked like a photo book” The cameraman answered shakily, as he rubbed his eyes.

“A…photo book…” The prince repeated, his voice shakier than ever.

“Y-you okay…?” Vinny asked noticing, Shancais’ mood change.

“Yea…Jay ran off, right?” The prince asked, receiving a nod from the cameraman, “Did you and Enji act as if friends?”

“N-no…we fought a little, he said how much he enjoyed messing my life up…and I swore at him a lot…he was also the one behind my hallucinations…” Vinny confessed, taking deep breaths.

“Good…” Shancai answered, “If he tells anyone, you eon’t be in much trouble…” the prince added as he tried comforting the cameraman.

“E-Enji…he spoke of you…” Vinny hesitantly spoke up quietly, he could’ve sworn he saw guilt form in the princes’ eyes.

“What…did he say…?” Shancai quietly asked, seemingly already knowing the answer.

“He said if I kil-“ Vinny cut himself off, he didn’t want to finish and the prince noticed this.

“Ignore him…” Shancai answered, “Trust me…your friends are very understanding, they won’t be mad…” he added.

“I just…he keeps ruining everything…” Vinny confessed as he anxiously stroked his hand through his hair.

“Trust me…I know…” The prince spoke, his expression once more changing into guilt.

(Enji is such an asshole and it's so funny and I doubt Jay wanted to witness that😭)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 85

(I suggest you check out parts 1-84 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Vinny and Shancai sat in silence, the cameraman was really mad at himself for hurting him. “What were you seeing?” The prince spoke up, breaking the intimidating silence, as he bandages the small cuts from Vinny.

The cameraman didn’t answer at first before he took a deep sigh, “Enji…just as you told me too…everything was just different” he confessed as he looked at the ground.

“I’m not mad…” Shancai reassured Vinny, “Go wash your face off, take as long as you need” he added as he patted the cameramans’ shoulder, grabbing the dagger off the ground and handing it to him.

Vinny exhaled shakily as he took the dagger back, he still couldn’t bear the fact that he hurt Shancai, because of some stupid hallucinations. “Thanks…” the cameraman replied quietly as he stood up and took one last look at the prince, giving him a forced smile, he could clearly see the concern etched on Shancais’ face.

The cameraman walked back into the palace and let out another sigh, before rubbing his temples, and walking off to his room. He didn’t want to keep Shancai waiting, but he didn’t even want to look at the prince after what he did.

Vinny eventually made it to his room and rushed to the bathroom, before splashing his face with cold water. “Calm down you little shit…” he spoke to himself as he looked at the mirror. “Just some fucking hallucinations, this sure as hell can’t happen around my friends…” he grumbled.

The cameraman paused as he looked at the mirror once more, Damn did he look good in this outfit. He mentally slapped himself, he needed to stop getting distracted so he rushed out of the room, closing the door behind him.

The walk back outside was so, he wanted to delay facing the prince again. So when he bumped into Deity it was the perfect opportunity to waste some time. “Hey” Vinny spoke to her with a smile, as they bumped into each other.

“Hello dear” Deity spoke softly as she smiled back.

“Whatcha up to?” The cameraman asked curiously, “I haven’t really seen you much out of your room” he added as he balanced on the balls of his feet.

“Just getting some fresh air” She replied, “What about you? That’s a very interesting outfit you have, some of Shancai’s old clothes?”

“Yep! We’re just training, got some of his clothes, the cloak is makeshift and he just gave me the arm braces” Vinny answered with a smile.

“That’s nice” Deity answered, though…something was off, the cameraman couldn’t quite place his finger on it, so he thought he was being delusional again. The two walked a different as to where Vinny was meant to go, they ended up in this room that he couldn’t quite recognise.

“I’ve never seen this place before” The cameraman spoke up as he looked around, it was a nicely decorated room, beanbags, old drawings and stuff, though it looks like it hasn’t been touched in decades, she didn’t clarify this place to him though.

“How’s your arm dear from yesterday?” Deity asked, Vinnys’ heart dropped, how did she know? He and Shancai agreed to keep it a secret…

He knew the prince was just as paranoid of someone finding out. He wouldn’t have told. No one else was there at the market when Enji attacked, barely anyone saw the cameraman. The only one that could’ve know was…Enji…

Vinny backed away, only to hear a soft chuckle from ‘Deity’ which slowly became more conniving. “You really make these games less fun” ‘she’ groaned before she disappeared, the cameraman jumped as he felt two hands cover his eyes. “Guess who it is~” a familiar voice spoke in a singsongy voice, a voice that Vinny dreaded.

“Enji…” the cameraman gritted through his teeth as hatred and annoyance creeped up his back. This asshole was pretending to be Deity now?

“Correct! And I must say I love the outfit” Enji laughed out demonically as he moved his hands away from the cameramans’ eyes. “I must say! That little attack you did on princey hurts my heart!” He spoke dramatically.

“That was you!?” Vinny hissed as anger flared up, oh how he wanted to cut his tongue right now.

“Calm down buddy!” Enji chuckled as he held up his arms in mock surrender, before grabbing the cameramans’ arm and finding the slice wound. “That looks like it hurt” he spoke with fake empathy.

“Yea yea asshole, go suck it” Vinny grumbled before he held up his middle finger as he pulled his arm back.

“You’re so boring” Enji groaned.

“I’m not here to entertain you” The cameraman muttered.

“C’mon buddy! Let’s just talk, I’m so bored!” Enji groaned once more before resting on one of the dusty beanbags.

“What do you want to talk about?” Vinny hissed, clearly getting more annoyed.

“Yesterday was so much fun right! But Shanni just had to take the fun out of it protect you” Enji spoke, his voice becoming more harsh near the end of his sentence.

“I didn’t ask him to protect me” Vinny snapped back, “Not my fault you’re some freak hell you should’ve seen what that kick did to him! Were you trying to kill me?!” He shouted, he was really short tempered today.

“Kill you? No. Cripple you? Probably” Enji teased as he grabbed the dagger from the cameramans’ pocket and twirled it in his pocket. “I would never hurt sunshine like that” he added, there was truth to those words.

“Sunshine…?” Vinny asked curiously, there was no way Enji called Shancai sunshine. He knew Enji had some weird obsession with the prince, but seriously, was he actually in love with Shancai?

“We both know who I’m talking about!” Enji chuckled out, as he took his hair tie out, letting his hair fall down.

“I wish I didn’t…” the cameraman grumbled.

“How was your meeting with Rushifa?” Enji suddenly asked as a demonic smile creeped up on his face, Vinny stopped breathing for a second, he didn’t want to think about it.

“It was…” The cameraman was cut off by Enji cackling out.

“You missed me right?! Oh you so missed me! Can’t blame you, that snake is crazy!” He laughed out, Vinny hated how true his words were, he would rather deal with Enji than that snake ever again.

“Keep laughing asshole…” The cameraman muttered before being pulled down onto the ground and forced to kneel in front of Enji.

“I will keep laughing” Enji snapped back as he watched annoyance creep onto Vinnys’ face. “Speaking of which! How’s your boyfriend? He doesn’t love you right? You’re on a break, because you’re fucking terrible?” He added, as he continued twirling the dagger as he looked down at Vinny.

The cameramans’ anger flared as he suddenly lunged up grabbing the dagger from Enji and holding it against his throat. “Shut up!” He hissed as he held him down. “You don’t know a thing about me and Garmadon!”

“Soft spot eh?” Enji teased, “Y’know it’s best to get rid of your weak spots, maybe then you’ll kill me” he chuckled as he held Vinnys’ wrist. “I know you won’t kill me…Shanni loves me, you wouldn’t take that from him, right?” He added.

Vinny let out a shaky breath, that couldn’t be true, right? But it would make so much sense, Shancai was capable to killing Enji, but hasn’t for some reason. And apparently the two used to be friends. Maybe Shancai just had a soft spot? “Maybe I should get rid of you…do him a favour” The cameraman eventually spoke up, his voice harsh and bitter.

(Enji and Shancai are such an interesting thing that I love, always have loved and always will love, Vinny threatening people is like being threatened by a kitten)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 84

(I suggest you check out parts 1-83 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Vinny positioned himself before turning his attention back to Shancai, “Don’t rush yourself” the prince spoke, receiving a nod from the cameraman. Vinny began hitting where he was told, he was being up his arm to block one of the logs.

He was trying to get the hang of it going at a slow, but understandable speed. Shancai came over and moved the cameramans’ arms into a different position. “That should be for efficient” the prince spoke, as he allowed Vinny to continue.

The cameraman slowly began going faster, “I’m getting hang if this” he laughed out softly as he continued knocking and blocking the logs. Shancai nodded in response as he pressed the blunt end of his spear against Vinnys’ back, fixing his posture. “Y’know you can just tell what to fix?” The cameraman asked.

“I know…but it’s more fun poking you” The prince answered causing Vinny to laugh out. The cameraman repeated the actions over and over, Shancai sometimes fixing his technique. The two were so focused they didn’t even notice Wu and Garmadon staring for the stairs.

“Strange” Wu spoke to his brother.

“Agreed…what do you think they’re up to?” Garmadon questioned.

“Perhaps Vinny’s just curious on how to fight?” Wu answered.

“Why all of a sudden? Something must’ve sparked it” The oni replied, as worry began to creep up his back.

“Definitely…but it seems like he’s in good hands…” Wu spoke as he looked at Vinny who was laughing about something with Shancai.

As the cameraman kept repeating the same actions, it began getting a little too fast to him and the part he was supposed to block flew straight by. He shut his eyes bracing for the impact, but it never came, he slowly opened his eyes and saw the prince holding it back. “Thank you” Vinny whined.

“It’s more common than you think” Shancai spoke, “If you can’t block then find a different solution” he continued as the cameraman turned his head to the side curiously.

“What’s that meant to mean?” Vinny asked curiously, as he allowed the prince to demonstrate.

“There’s always another way” Shancai spoke as he began hitting the logs, the cameraman paid close attention and watched it speed up. “If you can’t block it…then hit this” the prince spoke as he knocked a lower log.

“Ohhh that makes more sense” The cameraman spoke as he realised what it meant.

“How about we try something else?” The prince asked.

“Like what? I’ll do whatever you tell me” Vinny answered as he looked at Shancai.

“Just a little sparring, i won’t attack, I’ll defend against you while you attempt to kill me” The prince spoke.

“Kill you?” The cameraman asked in surprise.

“Hypothetically, use this and attempt to imitate a wound on me” Shancai answered as he handed Vinny a stick.

“I guess I can” The cameraman answered as he took the stick.

“I’ll go easy” The prince spoke as he backed up.

“That so makes me better” Vinny joked as he looked at him.

“To succeed in getting a kill, press the stick here or here” The prince spoke as he pointed to his neck and upper body.

“Lower any expectations you had for me” the cameraman chuckled as he gripped the stick.

“I shall not…my expectations are from what I’ve seen of you” Shancai answered.

“Are they good expectations?” Vinny asked curiously.

“Not the worst” The prince answered.

“I’ll take it!” The cameraman laughed.

“Now then…try to attack me” Shancai spoke as he stood back waiting for Vinny to attack.

“What are they doing?” Wu asked his brother curiously.

“Sparring perhaps” Garmadon answered, as he kept his eyes on the cameraman.

“I doubt Vinny would be able to spare against him” Wu spoke, receiving a soft nod from the oni. “Where do you think he got that outfit from?” He questioned once more.

“Perhaps the prince…” Garmadon replied, it would be a lie if he said jealousy didn’t taint with his emotions. “Though the cloak seems made of a cloth” he added.

“Agreed…” Wu spoke, as they watched Vinny and Shancai stare at each other as they both seemed to be thinking, the cameraman of how to fight against him and the prince on when he’ll move first.

There was silence between the brothers before Wu squinted his eyes as he noticed something peeking out of the sleeve of Vinny’s t-shirt. “Is that a bandage?” He questioned as he pointed towards where his sight was focused. This caused his brother to immediately look towards where Wu was pointed to.

“It is…” The oni answered, he couldn’t keep worry from tainting with his voice.

“It seems to be cared for at least…” Wu spoke in an attempt to comfort for his brother.

“Seems like it…” Garmadon grumbled, “He has someone taking care of him…”

“Don’t be so worried brother” Wu chuckled, though it was clearly forced, “I can assure you nothing’s happening” Garmadon sighed hearing this, jealousy and worry plaguing his thoughts as he stared at the cameraman.

“It is unwise to take so long in attacking your enemy” Shancai spoke up, as he noted Vinnys’ silence and hesitance.

“I know…” The cameraman whined, he clearly had no idea what he was doing.

“Picture me as someone else” The prince spoke.

“Like who?” Vinny questioned.

“Enji…” Shancai sighed out, he seemed reluctant in mentioning Enjis’ name, though the cameraman wouldn’t press on with questions.

“I can do that!” Vinny spoke with a smile, as he gripped the stick tighter before taking a deep breath and lunging towards Shancai.

The prince dodged with ease, causing the cameraman to tumble forward, “Oww…” he muttered before getting back up and dusting himself off. “Is there anything off limits I can’t do?” He asked.

“Not at the moment, I’ll tell you if I think of any” Shancai spoke before dodging once more as Vinny attacked again. “Also don’t let your guard down…”

“I thought you were gonna go easy” The cameraman jokingly whined, causing a smile to break through the cracks of the princes’ stoic demeanour, before quickly vanishing.

“Seems like it’s more so attacker and defender” Wu spoke to his brother. Garmadon was snapped out of his thoughts from staring at Vinny, as he looked towards Wu.

“It’s better that way” The oni spoke as he tried to hide the blush that tainted his cheeks, “Vinny can’t fight him…” he added.

“Have more faith in him brother” Wu laughed out, “I think a part of you enjoys seeing him fight as well as in that outfit” he teased as he nudged his brother. Garmadons’ cheeks grew red with blush as he looked away.

“I do not!” The oni argued, before watching his brother roll his eyes at the argument .

“Whatever you believe in” Wu joked as he turned his attention back to the cameraman and the prince.

Vinny lunged again, this time more thoughtful as he tracked Shancais’ moves. He managed to hit his leg with the stick. “You’re a quick learner” The prince spoke, sounding quite impressed.

“Thanks” The cameraman answered with a smile before suddenly attacking again, somewhat grazing the princes’ abdomen not harsh with the stick though. Shancai looked surprised by this and just as impressed.“I thought you said don’t let your guard down” Vinny teased.

“Perhaps I shouldn’t go easy?” The prince asked.

“Oh no please I’m sorry” the cameraman whined, there was no way he would be able to hit the prince if he wasn’t going easy.

“Very well” Shancai chuckled, “Though I’m not dead yet…you need to hit vital parts” he added, receiving a nod from the cameraman.

“He learns fast…” Wu spoke to his brother.

“Yea…” Garmadon answered, he was hardly listening, he seemed so absorbed of Vinny at the moment.

“I need to check on the ninja” Wu added, receiving a nod from his brother. “Tell me if anything happens and try not to stare too much” Wu teased before walking back inside.

“I don’t stare that much…” Garmadon grumbled.

“It’s hard picturing you as someone else and especially as Enji…he’s annoying and I’ve never wanted to strangle someone so badly” The cameraman spoke, as annoyance and anger tainted with his voice as he made a gesture with his hands of strangling someone.

“Imagine I’m trying to hurt your friends” Shancai spoke, causing the cameraman to let out a shaky sigh and nod.

The two settled back in their original positions both wary of each others movements. Vinny lunged forward once more, the prince dodged as well more wary of him. The cameraman grumbled, “Think of Enji…” he muttered to himself, as his grip of the stick grew stronger.

The prince noticed the way Vinny tensed and grew more cautious. The cameraman let out shaky sigh and closed his eyes, when he reopened them it wasn’t Shancai in front of him, but Enji…and he wasn’t holding a stick anymore but a dagger…

Vinny lunged forward one last time, the prince about it dodge when his leg was suddenly kicked and he stumbled slightly trying to regain his balance, he let out a sharp hiss of pain as a hand wrapped around his hair and he was pulled to the ground. The cameraman held him to the ground as the stick pressed against his throat.

Garmadon stood up straight with worry as he saw this, he saw Vinny constantly press the stick against his throat. What was going on? Vinny looked somewhat hysteric and the prince was in shock.

“How badly I wanna kill you” The cameraman hissed, causing ‘Enjis’ expression to harden. “You’d look good without an arm” he threatened as he pressed the ‘dagger’ against ‘Enjis’ arm. Vinny took sharp breaths as his grip tightened, he wasn’t thinking straight but he didn’t know that.

Everything around his was weird, his sight was blurry and he couldn’t hear anything. He heard something from ‘Enji’…but he tried blocking it before he was flipped over onto the ground, now he was switched with ‘Enji’…there was a clatter on the ground, though he didn’t know what it was.

“Vinny…calm down” ‘Enji’ spoke, why was he telling Vinny to calm down? This wasn’t right. He would never. “Whatever you’re seeing isn’t real…calm down and breathe it’s me, Shancai…” Shancai…right…Enji wasn’t here. Vinny was just sparring…then what was he seeing.

The cameraman took a shaky breaths and he held onto Shancais’ shirt.

Garmadon watched from a far, as much as he wanted to rush over there and see what was wrong, he knew it was a stupid idea, he wouldn’t get an answer either way.

“You okay…?” The prince asked with worry as he kept the cameraman on the ground, to prevent any further reactions.

“I…f-fuck…” Vinnys’ eyes widened in shock and guilt as he noticed a cut on Shancais’ cheek and his arm. “S-shit I am s-so sorry…” he stuttered out as his eyes darted to the ground, he actually brought the dagger out and used it…he was hallucinating…

“Hey…it’s fine, I’m fine, I don’t need you panicking again…” Shancai sighed as he hesitantly let him go.

“I-I hurt you…f-fuck!” He groaned in annoyance, “I-I pulled your hair? Fuck I am such an asshole!” He was feeling really fucking guilty. The memories wow what happened began slowly plaguing his mind as well as guilt.

“Clam down…I’m fine, you were hallucinating…” Shancai answered as he watched Vinny degrade himself.

“Why the fuck was I hallucinating?!” The cameraman asked with worry.

“You certainly hate Enji…” the prince spoke.

“Fuckkk…” Vinny groaned, well now he has hallucinations to deal with.

“Let’s just have a break…” Shancai sighed as he got up and grabbed Vinnys’ water bottle from the side and a little kit. He gave the cameraman his water bottle and sat next to him.

Garmadon was really worried, he managed to hear something about hallucinations from the yelling. Vinny was having hallucinations? Why was Shancai so normal about it? Well now he definitely had to tell his brother.

The two sat down, they both needed a break. The guilt Vinny felt was immense and it was clear. Shancai didn’t make a big deal of it, which was a good thing.

(I haven’t uploaded in a while, just been really busy but I came and decided to have a little sadness, also Garmadon is so in love with Vinny😭)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 83

(I suggest you check out parts 1-82 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Willow finished eating a got up, “I’m gotta leave now” she sighed out, causing Vinny to look up at her sadly. “Don’t look at me like that I already feel bad” she chuckled.

“If I don’t get to see you again before I leave here I will die” The cameraman spoke, earning a louder laugh from the nature elemental.

“Don’t worry I’ll come” She answered, “Someone just needs to tell and if he doesn’t I will never forgive him” she continued as she stared at her brother, clearly talking to him.

“Very well…”Shancai sighed as he continued eating.

“If anything happens tell me” The cameraman spoke to her.

“Obviously” Willow laughed out, “And you need to tell me stuff too…I need relationship updates” she added, receiving a soft nod and chuckle from Vinny. “I’ll see you all in a few days” she spoke as he began walking off.

“Bye” The cameraman spoke as he waved, while Shancai just waved. They watched Willow slowly disappear and then just ate in silence. Shancai finished eating first though and got up, approaching the training equipment, “Whatcha doing?” Vinny asked curiously.

“Just fixing this” The prince answered as he tightened something on the spinner equipment. the cameraman nodded as he finished the rest of his food and drank some water. Shancai signalled for him to get up which he did. “You’ve seen this right?”

“Yep, they have a lot of this stuff in the monastery” Vinny answered as he watched the prince do some stuff that the cameraman had no idea about.

“You know about about fighting?” The prince questioned.

“I can punch and kick things that’s it…I punched Enji once” The cameraman answered, he smiled at the memory of punching Enji.

“Let’s start with this” Shancai spoke as he went to the spinner equipment, it’s that one thing Nya broke in Seabound when Kai was worried about her. The cameraman paid close attention as the prince, spun the equipment. “When it spins around you’re gonna hit here and here” he pointed to two of the wooden logs pointing out.

Vinny nodded in response, “You’re gonna block with your arm for this one, only way you can hit it is if you’re fast enough” the prince added, as he pointed to another small log. Shancai did a demonstration as it spun around, he punched the logs and blocked one.

As the cameraman watched, something shiny caught his attention from the corner of his eyes. As he looked at a box filled with weapons…but there was something a mix of gold and silver. Vinny walked over to the box and looked in it. He pulled two matching things.

“What you looking at?” Shancai asked as he walked over crouching next to Vinny. The cameraman held it up, “Arm bracers, I don’r use those” the prince answered, the arm bracers were pretty nice, a nice leather with a mix of gold and silver as well as a red gem that definitely wasn’t ruby.

“It’s nice” The cameraman spoke, as his eyes practically lit up and he admired it.

“You want them?” The prince asked cashing Vinny to look at him surprisingly.

“I-I couldn’t…” the cameraman spoke, he felt a little guilty at taking so much.

“I don’t use them and neither does anyone else” Shancai spoke as he took the arm bracers and Vinnys’ arms as he began putting them on. “And you clearly hurt your arms a lot” he added, causing the cameraman to blush embarrassingly.

“N-not my fault” Vinny defended himself, as he allowed the prince to put the arm bracers on. “They’re really nice…” he spoke up.

“They are…I’ve never been able to wear them without discomfort” The prince answered, receiving an understanding nod from the cameraman. “You’re welcome in our kingdom you know that?” Shancai asked curiously as he continued putting the arm bracers on Vinnys’ arms.

“Y-yea?” The cameraman answered confusingly.

“You have guilt when you’re given stuff…” The prince spoke, “My mother and sister trust you…I trust you, and you’re not seen as a guest to us, you’re seen as family” The prince added, Vinny smiled softly hearing that, he saw them as family just as much.

“Thank you…” The cameraman sighed, “You’re all just constantly giving and I have nothing to give back…” he confessed.

“You’ve helped us…knowing what Rida and Enji are doing where we can’t see them is more than enough…especially after what you’ve been put though…” the prince answered, as he soothed Vinnys’ concerns. Shancai tightened the arm bracers, “Done…”

The cameraman stared at his arms, he really liked how they looked and they felt really nice, “I like it” Vinny spoke happily as he smiled at the prince.

“Good, now they’re yours” Shancai answered, as he watched the cameraman turned his arms and admire the arm bracers.

“Thanks” Vinny spoke happily, if he had a tail it would be wagging.

“You like the cloak?” The prince asked, as he brought up the topic of the makeshift cloak.

“Yep! It’s really comfy and the pin keeps it together” The cameraman answered, as he stood up with Shancai.

“That’s good…” the prince sighed, “How’s your wound?” He questioned once more.

“It hurts a little, but it’s just like stinging pain nothing much” Vinny answered, “How’s your stomach?”

“Fine” Shancai quickly answered.

“Don’t bullshit me” The cameraman spoke.

“It’s a little swollen…” The prince confessed.

“Show me” Vinny spoke, causing Shancai to sigh as he lifted up his shirt and undid the bandages. The cameramans’ eyes widened as he saw the bruise, it was a large bluish, purplish bruise than covered most of his stomach. “Fucking hell…that looks painful…”

“It’s fine, I’ve had worse before” The prince answered.

“Yea well that doesn’t change the fact that it definitively hurts” Vinny sighed as he rubbed his temples.

“Are we training or not?” Shancai spoke, as he lowered his shirt, he clearly didn’t like talking about his well-being.

“Alright alright” The cameraman sighed, as they went back to where they were training before, Vinny trying his best to lessen his concern for Shancai. The two kept secrets from others, more specifically when they got hurt. The cameraman didn’t tell Garmadon while Shancai didn’t tell his family.

They were an interesting dynamic, but got along. As Shancai continued to demonstrate the actions to the cameraman, he eventually gave Vinny a turn.

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 82

(I suggest you check out parts 1-81 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

As morning came by Vinny stirred awake to soft knocking at his door. He groaned to himself as he sat up and squinted as he stared towards the door. He picked up his phone and checked the time, it was fairly early, 6:21 am…who was awake now?

The cameraman reluctantly stood up, his back hunched as he dropped the blanket over his shoulders and trudged to the door. The door creaked as it was opened by Vinny, his squinted eyes widening just slightly as he saw Deity standing there with a soft smile. “I apologise for waking you dear” she spoke softly, as she took note of the cameramans’ tired demeanour.

“It’s fine” Vinny yawned out as he rubbed his eyes. “Is something wrong?” He questioned tiredly.

“May I just check on your arm?” Deity asked, receiving a confused nod from the cameraman.

“Uhh…sure?” Vinny answered, “I’ll just go change” he yawned.

“You know where to find me?” Deity questioned once more, receiving another nod from the cameraman. “I’ll wait for you” she spoke as she left.

Vinny stood there for a moment before closing the door and dropping on the bed, he was tired, he wanted to sleep, but he didn’t want to keep Deity waiting so he quickly threw a shirt on and went to the bathroom, splashing his face with cold water to wake himself.

The cameraman made sure that the bandage was covered by the shirt sleeve, he and Shancai had a deal and he wasn’t going to fuck it up. He sighed as he shoved the dagger in his pocket, he’d probably change into some other clothes when he met up with Shancai but that can be a problem for later.

Vinny drowsily walked out and to Deitys’ room, he knocked softly and the door was opened as he was let in. “Sit” Deity spoke as he patted the ground and grabbed a few things. The cameraman listened and sat on the ground watching as she moved around. Eventually she sat down and gently grabbed Vinnys’ casted arm.

“Is there something wrong with it?” The cameraman questioned as he allowed her to take his arm.

“Should be better” Deity answered with a smile.

“Already? I thought it was broken how-?” Vinny was cut off.

“As if I would let you suffer with a cast for weeks” Deity chuckled, however the cameraman was still confused, “I know magic dear, and I’m going to use it when I can” she added.

“Ohh” Vinny spoke, as he watched the cast somehow break in half perfectly.

“Does it hurt?” She questioned as she began gently squeezing his arm. The cameraman shook his head in response as he allowed her to turn his arms different directions. “What are your plans today dear?” She spoke up.

“I’m hanging out with Shancai today…he’s gonna teach me a few stuff” The cameraman answered as he smiled at her.

“Well then it’s good we’re getting the cast off” Deity chuckled, as she put the old cast to the side.

“How come you never told me it was some magical healing cast thingy?” Vinny asked curiously, as she squeezes his arm once more, making sure there was no pain.

“So you’re more patient” Deity answered as she let go of Vinnys’ arm. “Might wanna wash your arm”

“Right” The cameraman sighed as he turned his arm to the side trying to get used to how empty it felt.

“Willow’s going today did she tell you?” Deity asked, receiving a nod from Vinny. “Might want to go say bye to her, also have fun Shancai, what’s he teaching you though?” She added.

“I was planning on finding Willow, and Shancai’s teaching me some fighting things…just so I can defend myself a little better” The cameraman answered softly, Deity laughed hearing that.

“Shanni takes fighting quite seriously, he’s probably up already training” Deity replied.

“Already?” Vinny asked surprisingly.

“Yep” She answered, “Did you eat last night?” She questioned worriedly.

“Yea, I did…I hanged out Shancai for a while and we both ate” the cameraman answered.

“That’s good..” Deity sighed in relief, “You might want to get ready before Shancai gets to you” she chuckled.

“Yea…” Vinny sighed as he stood up, “I’ll see you later, thanks for the help” he added as he smiled at her before leaving.

The cameraman went to his room and shut the door, what would he wear? He couldn’t wear the clothes from yesterday, they were dirty. He was drawn out of his thoughts by a knock, so he opened the door. “Hey!” A happy voice spoke, it was Willow.

“Oh hey!” Vinny answered with a smile.

“Shanni told you I’m going?” Willow asked, receiving a nod from the cameraman. “I’ll come by before you all go” she added.

“Yea…just annoying you have to leave but Shanni said the forest wasn’t really the safest place at the moment” The cameraman answered.

“I don’t know why she’s gotten braver all of a sudden…she’s never done that unless she wants food, but then again she didn’t even kill you” the nature elemental sighed out.

“Everything’s been a little weird lately” Vinny spoke, as he allowed her into the room.

“Anyways!” Willow spoke as she entered the room, “Whatcha up to? And where’s your cast?” She asked curiously.

“Shancai’s gonna mentor me a little bit and as for my cast my arm is surprisingly better, Deity put some magic on it” Vinny answered as he looked in the closet. “I don’t know what to wear though”

“Good luck with my brother” Willow laughed out, “He’ll probably be less strict on you, but he’s still strict” she added.

“Deity said the same” the cameraman sighed.

“Why don’t you just take some clothes from his room?” The nature elemental suggested, causing Vinny to look at her curiously, “He has a bunch of clothes that don’t fit him, and plus if he gets upset which he rarely does you can say I forced you” she added.

“Are you sure?” The cameraman asked, Shancai didn’t seem to mind him wearing the clothes yesterday and it would be better to wear something that fit him. Willow nodded eagerly, “Alright…” he sighed out.

“I’ll be back!” She spoke happily as he skipped out, leaving Vinny chuckling to himself. The cameraman turned his attention to the makeshift cloak from yesterday. Should he wear? He liked how it made the outfit look. And what if he was cold again? He could ask Willow.

Vinny sat on the bed and stared at the Phoenix clasp on the makeshift cloak. A Phoenix…he hated how it reminded him of Rida…he was thankful he hasn’t seen Rida yet. How would he explain this? The cameraman was snapped out of his thoughts as Willow came back in holding clothes.

“Here we go” She spoke happily as she put the clothes on the bed, Vinny stared at the clothes, it was somewhat the same as yesterday, but he couldn’t tell her, she didn’t know what happened and it would stay that way.

“Thanks” The cameraman sighed out.

“Have you eaten?” The nature elemental asked, Vinny shook his head. “Wanna eat after?”

“Sure” The cameraman answered.

“I’ll wait outside” She spoke, before she left and closed the door. Vinny sighed and quickly got dressed, man did he look good. He threw the cloak over his shoulders and chuckled as he saw himself. It was a good outfit and suited him.

The cameraman opened the door and saw Willow standing there. “Nice cloak” she teased.

“Is it too much?” Vinny asked worriedly.

“Not at all! It looks great on you” The nature elemental answered as they began walking. “Where’d you get it from?”

“Just found it” The cameraman lied, as they made it to the kitchen. Willow grabbed a bunch of stuff and made three sandwiches. “Who’s the third one for?”

“Shanni” The nature elemental answered, “You have a water bottle? You’re training you need it” she added.

“Yea in my room” Vinny answered, “I’ll get it”.

“Nah, take a new one” She spoke as she grabbed a different water bottle and filled it up with water and ice. It was a blue squeeze water bottle. Willow handed the sandwich and bottle to Vinny. “I’m gonna eat with you both then leave, ok?” She added.

“Sure…you can stay longer” The cameraman answered, causing Willow to chuckle as they walked outside o the training grounds. Shancai was out there, he was wearing the same black compression shirt and balloon harem pants as of last time.

He was also training, training some sort of skill with a wooden equipment that spun around and you had to avoid getting his by the smaller logs from the sides.

“Heyy!” Willow called out, “Got you a sandwich!” She added as she threw it to her brother, which he caught with ease as he walked over to them.

“I could’ve gotten it myself” Shancai sighed out, “Good morning” he spoke to Vinny.

“Sure thing, I’m making the most of time” she teased, “And I really want to see you train with him” Willow answered as she sat down.

“Morning” Vinny answered with a soft smile.

“I suppose you are…and thank you” he sighed to Willow, “She gave you my clothes? And where’s your cast?” Shancai asked curiously.

“Uh y-yea” the cameraman confessed, before getting cut off by Willow.

“Mum did some magic to the cast and took it off” The nature elemental spoke, “His arm’s fine” she added,

“That’s good…” Shancai spoke “and I was going to give them to you either way” The prince spoke to the cameraman, before sitting down, Vinny didn’t know what to do and sat down next to him.

“Eat you two” Willow spoke, they both sighed and nodded as they began to eat. “Don’t be harsh on him” she teased her brother.

“I didn’t plan on it either way” The prince answered, “He’s not experienced don’t have a reason to be harsh” the prince added, causing Vinny to let out a sigh of relief.

“That’s fun” Willow chuckled, as they all began to eat in silence.

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 81

(I suggest you check out parts 1-80 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

The walk back to the palace was just as quiet as to the markets, Vinny tried to ignore the stinging from the cut on his arm while Shancai showed no emotion. “Hey…can I ask you something?” The cameraman eventually spoke up, breaking the silence.

“Go ahead” The prince answered as they continued to walk along the path.

“It’s about you and Enji…” Vinny confessed, “He acts…different around you, I’ve seen how he acts with Rida and last time when he attacked my friends, he flirted with Cole once from what I was told, but with you he’s more persistent” the cameraman continued, causing Shancai to let out a shaky sigh as his spear disappeared.

“I’ve known Enji for years, longer than Rida, he tends to be more playful with me to mess with me” The prince answered, there was slight truth in his words.

“When did you two meet?” Vinny hesitantly asked.

“I was 10” The prince answered.

“How old are you now?” The cameraman questioned once more.

“Me and Willow turned 25 four months ago” Shancai replied, as they walked out the stairs of the palace.

“Wait, you just turned 25?” Vinny asked surprisingly as they entered the palace, he received a nod from the prince. “Geez! I’m older! I turn 26 in three months!” He added.

“You’re 26?” Shancai asked, “I thought you were younger” the prince added, causing Vinny to laugh out.

“I wish!” The cameraman laughed, before the silence returned. The silence didn’t matter as they exited through a different door into the training area, Vinny seemed confused, but it was short-lived as Shancai pulled out this small box, a first aid box.

The prince signalled for Vinny to sit down on the wooden platform which was elevated from the training grounds. The cameraman sat down and watched Shancai sit next to him. “Tell me if I hurt you” the prince spoke, as he began undoing the makeshift bandage around Vinnys’ cut arm.

The cameraman held back a wince of pain as the fabric was pulled away from his bloody arm. He hesitantly stared at the cut and grimaced at the sight, it was a clean cut, he’ll give Enji that, he had good ass aim. “Is it…bad?” Vinny spoke up, as he noticed the prince staring at the cut, his expression unreadable.

“It won’t need stitches” Shancai answered, causing the cameraman to let out a soft sigh of relief, he still had the stitches on his hand, he should ask the prince about it later. “It’s not far off from a normal cut from a kitchen knife and it didn’t cut a muscle or vein, a normal bandage is fine” the prince added as he grabbed a few things from the first aid kit.

“It’ll heal fine?” Vinny questioned.

“Might leave a small mark, I’m gonna wrap it up, and you can go shower, I’ll wrap it again after” Shancai answered, receiving a soft nod from the cameraman.

The prince disinfected he wound, causing Vinny to jerk away and hiss in pain, “My apologise” The prince spoke, as he grew more cautious.

“I-it’s fine” The cameraman answered, as he smiled at Shancai softly. It didn’t take long for the wound to be bandaged and the prince and Vinny both went to have a shower.

“I’ll come get you after I finish” Shancai spoke, as they went to their rooms, and Vinny nodded before entering his room and locking the door.

What a interesting day…the cameraman looked a little surprised as he noticed all his old dirty clothes, folded neatly, and seemingly as if they were never cut or torn, he also noticed that they seemed to be there since yesterday, he really needed to start paying attention.

Vinny entered the bathroom and stripped of his clothing, he threw the makeshift cloak from Shancai on the bed before with the dagger. Man he needed to be careful, he had a broken arm and now a cut on the other arm.

The world was just out for him. The shower was quick though, nothing different, it felt like a normal shower, unlike the previous days when it felt heavenly. He occasionally let out a wince as the wound stung more. But he quickly finished up and got into white tank top and loose blue shorts before dropping on the bed.

Vinny laid there for a while, he wondered what was taking Shancai so long, then again, he did have long ass hair, so Vinny couldn’t really rush the prince. He was snapped out of his thoughts as there was a knock at the door.

The cameraman quickly got up and opened the door. Just as he thought it was Shancai. The prince was wearing his silk emerald green pajamas as of last time. “My apologies for taking so long” The prince apologised.

“Nah it’s fine” Vinny answered with a soft smile as he followed Shancai back out to the training ground. The two both sat back down, and the cameraman allowed the prince to undo the cover of the wound. It was cleaner and bleeding significantly less than before. But it still hurt so Vinny bit the inside of his cheek to hold back a wince.

There was the silence again, other than their soft breathing, crickets chirping and the wind howling, it was somewhat late at night. “Do you…ever wish you could fight?” The prince spoke up, snapping Vinny out of his thoughts.

“I guess…” the cameraman answered, “I wish I could protect myself, protect my friends…” he confessed as he watched Shancai let go of his now bandaged arm. The bandage was revealed by the tank top, but Vinny would be sure to cover it around others.

“Then you and I are alike…I taught myself how to fight to protect myself, my family and my kingdom” the prince confessed as they both stared at the training course.

“You taught yourself?” Vinny asked, receiving a soft nod from the prince. “It was worth it, you’re amazing…” he added, causing Shancais’ expression to softened as he seemed surprised by the compliment.

“You have potential…” the prince spoke, “You have a desire to watch the ones who hurt you suffer…” he added reluctantly, causing Vinnys’ eyes to widen and his breath hitch.

“I…I do, I’ll admit it…” The cameraman confessed as he looked away.

“Don’t be ashamed of it” Shancai spoke comfortingly, “Everyone wishes the same, I do as well, it’s natural for all” he added.

“Hey…” Vinny began, catching the princes’ attention, “Would it be alright, if you were to…train me of some sorts?” He continued.

“That was what I was insisting” Shancai spoke.

“I know” The cameraman chuckled as he smiled softly, “But that wasn’t a yes” he teased.

“Very well” the prince sighed, as he rolled his eyes playfully.

“It doesn’t have to be anything too much, just basic stuff” Vinny added.

“Nonsense” Shancai answered, “I am mentoring you so I’m teaching you everything I know” the prince continued, as he stood up, which Vinny did the same.

“Sure thing, if you expect me to do backflips and stuff, I’ll sadly shut that down” The cameraman laughed out, as they entered the palace again.

“Whatever you say” Shancai answered.

“How’s your stomach? Enji kicked quite hard” Vinny questioned.

“Should be fine” the prince answered quickly.

“Sure thing” The cameraman answered, “Where’s the kitchen?” He asked, Shancai cocked his head to the side, before pointing to a direction. Vinny smiled smugly before grabbing the princes’ hand and beginning to drag him that direction.

“What are you doing?” Shancai questioned curiously.

“We’re getting you and ice pack” The cameraman answered, causing the prince to sigh.

“I don’t need one” Shancai spoke, only to be ignored by Vinny as they continued to walk that way. As they made it to the kitchen the cameraman shoved the prince down on chair.

“Unbutton your shirt or something, I need to put this on” The cameraman spoke, in a tone that could not be argued, as Shancai unbuttoned and took off his shirt, placing it to the side. Vinny grabbed an ice pack from the freezer and a paper towel before wrapping the ice pack in it.

The cameraman sat on a chair next to the prince and pressed the wrapped ice pack against it. “Fucking hell…it’s bruising already, at least you had your armour on” Vinny spoke, as he stared at the swelling abdomen.

“Now think if he hit you” Shancai spoke, trying to make the cameraman feel less guilty about this, “You weren’t wearing armour plus you’re smaller than me, meaning it would’ve hurt you way more than me” the prince added.

“Ok ok geez I get it” Vinny chuckled as he jokingly rolled his eyes. The awkward silence was there again, as the cameraman kept the ice pack pressed against the princes’ abdomen.

“I can hold it myself” Shancai spoke up, breaking the tension.

“I know…but this makes me feel less guilty about you getting hurt” Vinny answered, receiving a understanding hum from the prince.

“We can…both agree not to tell anyone about this, right?” Shancai questioned as he looked at the cameraman.

“Oh definitely” Vinny instantly answered, “Last thing I need, is everyone even more worried about me…” he sighed out.

“Agreed…my mother would over worry about me, she dislikes me going out late on patrols” The prince confessed.

“To be honest you do go out late” Vinny answered, “Does she care when Willow goes out?” He asked.

“Yes, but Willow stays in the forest most of the time, my mother is used to her being absent, but she makes sure Willow checks in with her before she rests” Shancai answered.

“That’s nice…” The cameraman spoke.

“Speaking of Willow, she needs to go back to the forest tomorrow, she can’t leave it unguarded for so long and with Rushifa growing braver with her attempts, the forest needs someone more familiar with what it contains other than a few soldiers” Shancai answered.

“That’s a shame…she’ll say bye at least?” Vinny asked, receiving a soft nod from the prince, the silence came back as time flew by, twenty minutes had gone by and the cameraman removed the ice pack from the princes’ abdomen. “Should we bandage that up or something?” He asked.

“Yes, there should be some bandages up there” Shancai answered, as he pointed up at a cupboard. Vinny nodded and went to the cupboard, opening it and finding a box.

“This it?” The cameraman asked as he showed the box, receiving a nod from the prince. Vinny came back and sat down, opening the box. Shancai reached for the bandages, but the cameraman gently knocked his hand away. “I’m doing it” he spoke.

“Very well” The prince answered, slightly amused by Vinnys’ attitude. The cameraman unrolled the bandage roll slightly before watching as Shancai sat up, getting his back off the chair, allowing the cameraman to have clearer access to the whole abdomen.

Vinny began carefully wrapping it around the princes’ body, he still couldn’t get over how nice the vitiligo and body patterns were. “Geez you’re jacked” The cameraman chuckled softly, it wasn’t a joke Shancai did have muscles, made sense, he was pretty strong and clearly trained a lot.

“Thank you” The prince answered, he seemed surprised by the constant compliments from the cameraman. As Vinny finished wrapping the bandage around the princes’ body, he sat up properly.

“Is that good?” The cameraman asked, receiving a nod from the prince.

Shancai stood up before filling two bowls of food and putting them in the microwave. “I’m not-“ Vinny was cut off.

“If you’re not hungry then I’m not taller than you” The prince spoke.

“B-but you are taller?” The cameraman answered.

“Exactly” Shancai answered as he leaned back against the counter slowing the food to heat up.

“Okay okay, you win again” Vinny chuckled, hanging out with Shancai was nice, he was calm, relaxing, he made the cameraman feel safe, Willow, Deity and Shancai, all made him feel safe…they felt like family…

Vinny was snapped out of his thoughts as the prince handed him the bowl of food, which he took happily. “Thanks” the cameraman spoke.

“We’ve had a busy night, best we eat and rest, then in the morning we can talk about me training you” Shancai answered, as he received a nod.

The food was nice, he was able to eat, he didn’t feel as sick when he ate, he didn’t think of Rushifa as much and the human meat taste was overwhelmed by the different rush of flavours from the food he was given. It felt heavenly.

Shancai seemed to notice how much Vinny was enjoying the food, it was probably the big happy and content smile on his face. “I thought you weren’t hungry?” The prince teased.

“Oh shut up” The cameraman laughed out, “You know I was lying” he continued, as he ate more. Shancai let out a content sigh as he continued to eat.

They both finished eating eventually, Vinny had insisted on doing the dishes despite the princes’ retorts. After the cameraman finished washing the dishes Shancai put his shirt back on. “You can be very insistent at times” the prince spoke to Vinny as they began walking down the halls.

“Is that a problem?” The cameraman joked, Shancai shook his head in response, before they both made it to their rooms. “I’ll see you tomorrow” Vinny spoke to the prince.

“Try to rest up, I wake up early tomorrow” The prince spoke before opening the door, “Good night” he spoke once more, before closing the door. Vinny smiled to himself, Shancai felt like the brother he never had.

The cameraman entered his room and kicked off his shoes, before entering the bathroom and quickly brushing his teeth. He dropped on the bed, staring at the makeshift cloak with the Phoenix clasp. It was nice, he should wear that more often.

Vinny let out a soft content moan as he nuzzled the pillow and pulled the blanket over himself, before slowly drifting off.

(I wrote a lot my stars, so eat up, also Shancai and Vinny isn’t anything more than brotherly, I can feel people think that it’s a bit weird how much Vinny compliments Shancai, but it’s just that Vinny can appreciate a pretty man, Vinny loves Garmadon)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 80

(I suggest you check out parts 1-79 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Shancai and Vinny both stared up at the ledge, their expressions souring as they heard and saw Enjis’ voice. “Looks like my two favourite people have met!” Enji laughed out as he sat down on the ledge swinging his legs.

“Are you here to fight or talk?” The prince hissed as he held onto his spear, standing in front of the cameraman’s protectively.

“We both know I would love to talk to you, sunshine…but you are sooooo mean to me dear” The black haired menace spoke with fake offence as he stood back up, his hand gripping onto his enchanted mirror shard. Vinny had no idea what was going on, Enji was acting a little different.

“Whatever you do stay close” The prince muttered to Vinny, receiving a nod, what else was he meant to do? He couldn’t protect himself and definitely couldn’t outrun Enji, but the cameraman was torn out of his thoughts as Enji used the enchanted mirror to teleport behind him and rests hand on his shoulder.

“How you doing buddy?” The black haired menace spoke with fake care as he smiled at the cameraman devilishly, Vinny let out a small yelp as he jumped slightly trying to pull from Enjis’ touch. Thankfully, Shancai knocked Enjis’ hand away with his spear. “Oh you wound me Shanni!” He spoke as he clutched his chest.

“Enough with your dramatics” The prince spoke as he rolled his eyes, Enji just smiled at him before teleporting away, but still in sight.

“Alright alright!” Enji laughed out demonically as he pulled out a bunch of small daggers, “We can have a conversation another time, right now…I wanna see how far you’re willing to go to protect my new friend” he added with a smile.

“Asshole…” Vinny grumbled, Enji referring to him as a, friend, made him sick. He knew he was being messed with, but he still hated Enji. Though seeing Enji was better than seeing Rushifa.

“I heard of Rushifa’s little act” The black haired menace spoke, causing Vinnys’ throat to go dry as his heart dropped. Enji threw a bunch of daggers, but the prince pulled Vinny under a market stall and pulled down the cover, which managed to block the daggers.

“Ignore him” Shancai spoke, “He’s messing with your emotions” he added, as he kept the market cover down, shielding them from Enjis’ sight and attacks.

“It’s a bit hard when I’m freezing and he knows exactly what upsets me” The cameraman answered, his voice slightly frustrated, he wasn’ frustrated at Shancai, but at Enji, he was so sick of him.

“You’re cold?” The prince asked, Vinny nodded, but was a bit surprised as to why Shancai focused on that.

“It’s no fun when you hide!” Enji called out as the sound of metal clanking was heard. The prince ignored him and grabbed a random cloth and wrapped it around Vinny like a cloak, he also grabbed this clasp that kept the makeshift cloak together, it seemed like it had a phoenix on it.

“Better?” Shancai asked, receiving another nod from the cameraman.

“Shanni!” Enji called out, “Seriously! You usually fight me! But now you’re not to protect him!? I’m kinda jealous~!” He added, with fake innocence as he scrapped a dagger against the metal polls.

“You see there?” Shancai spoke to Vinny as he pointed to a different side, the cameraman nodded, “I need you to run, while I keep him busy” the prince added.

“Are you crazy?” Vinny asked, “I’m not leaving you” he added worriedly, receiving a confused look from the prince.

“I can defend myself” Shancai spoke, before rolling his eyes as Enji made another dramatic comment.

“I-I know, but are you sure? What if he hurts you?” Vinny asked worriedly.

“I’ll be fine…if I get hit it’ll be nothing short of a bruise” The prince answered before peeking out from the market cover, throwing a spear towards Enji, while another one rejuvenated in his hand which his hit the ground three times, before the old spear exploded.

“Fine…” the cameraman sighed before at where he needed to run, Shancai gave him a reaffirming nod which Vinny let out a shaky breathe before bolting out of the cover, he just kept running and running, he could hear Enji cackling as he threw daggers.

The prince however lunged towards Enji, taking his attention off Vinny, “Hey sexy~” Enji spoke, his voice slightly shaky as he was pinned down by Shancai. As much as the cameraman wanted it be weirded out by how Enji was being, he couldn’t, he just had to keep running.

Shancai let out a shaky gasp as ‘Enji’ disappeared from in front of him, either a clone or he used the mirror. The prince immediately got up and ran towards Vinny. “Watch out!” Shancai shouted as Enji threw a dagger towards the cameraman.

Vinny flinched away, the dagger thankfully missing anything important, but he let out a pained cry as the dagger sliced his upper arm. Blood dripped down as he stared at the cut. “Don’t stop! Keep running I’m enjoying this game!” Enji laughed out as he played with a new dagger.

Vinny growled in annoyance, ignoring the very obvious blood that began staining his clothes. He began moving away only to have Enji jump up and get ready to kick him. Vinny noticed too late.

The cameramans’ eyes widened as he saw Enji, he shut his eyes expecting to get hit, but the impact never came, he hesitantly opened his eyes as he heard a soft groan. Shancai was in front of his, staring daggers into Enjis’ head. Vinny couldn’t help, but notice how surprised Enji looked, he didn’t seem to expect to hit Shancai.

“Shit! You okay!?” The cameraman asked worriedly once he recovered from the shock, as he went over to the princes’ side.

“Way to take the fun out of it princey…” Enji grumbled before he grabbed a pastry from one of the now abandoned stalls, before disappearing.

“Go fuck yourself asshole!” Vinny hissed out, just incase Enji was still there listening, he turned his attention back to Shancai. “That’s gotta hurt…”

“I’m fine” The prince spoke as he stood up straight, holding onto his spear tightly.

“Don’t give me that fucking bullshit” The cameraman hissed, in a more harsh tone that even surprised himself, Shancai seemed surprised being spoke to that way. “S-sorry…fuck you shouldn’t get hurt to protect me…” he sighed out shakily.

“We’re both hurt” Shancai spoke, as he stared at Vinnys’ bleeding arm.

“Right…” the cameraman sighed out as he rubbed his temples, the prince grabbed a small cloth and wrapped it around Vinnys’ wound to somewhat stop the bleeding. It hurt when Shancai tightened the cloth, the cameraman took a sharp breathe and winced slightly.

“We should go back to the palace…I can help bandage that” The prince spoke, receiving a defeated nod from Vinny as they began making their way to the palace.

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 79

(I suggest you check out parts 1-78 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

The walk to the markets wasn’t anything extraordinary, the two didn’t talk much, Shancai just led Vinny to the markets silently. The cameraman didn’t mind either he was still embarrassed about what happened before and was a little giddy, the kiss reassured him a lot.

Vinny was drawn out of his thoughts, when he accidentally bumped into Shancai who stopped walking. “Sorry” the cameraman apologised as he looked up at the prince, he was just given a reassuring nod.

“We’re here” Shancai spoke, causing Vinny to look out in front, he must’ve been lost in thought to not have noticed the conversations, smell of food and bright lights that tainted the markets. For one thing, the cameraman realised how fucking hungry he was.

“Cool” Vinny spoke, as his eyes practically shone, he seemed to really like this place.

“It is” The prince spoke, “Stay close” he added, as he entered the crowd, the cameraman following close behind. It was almost impossible not to bump into someone due to how busy it was, but it was fairly easy finding Shancai, he towered over the crowd.

As they made it through the crowd, Vinnys’ stomach grumbled, why was he hungry now of all times? Deity was right, he should’ve eaten.

His eyes widened as he smelt a sweet scent, which caught his attention as he turned towards it, he couldn’t really quite tell what it was, it looked like a donut, but not at the same time, either way it looked delicious.

Vinny was caught off guard by Shancai’s voice, “If you’re hungry we can get you something” The prince spoke, as he looked at the cameraman.

“O-oh I’m not” Vinny lied as he smiled at him softly, it felt a little rude to ask for food, Shancai just made a ‘are you serious?’ expression, not buying into the act. “Ok ok…maybe I am a little…” the cameraman confessed, “But I can eat back at the palace…I don’t have any money so-“ he was cut off.

“I’m a prince…money isn’t a problem” Shancai spoke, “And patrol here isn’t anything interesting, best you indulge in your needs” the prince sighed.

“A-are you sure?” The cameraman hesitantly asked, receiving a confirming nod.

“What do you want to eat?” Shancai asked, Vinny awkwardly pointed to that stall with the nice smell. The prince nodded and walked over there with Vinny. “How much you want?”

“O-one?” The cameraman spoke, Shancai nodded and just spoke to the stall owner and our a bunch of coins in the owners’ hand. The prince handed it to Vinny, who shyly took a bite, man it was good.

“Fuck that’s good…” The cameraman sighed, it was so warm and perfectly sweet.

“Willow likes them a lot…I don’t even know what it is” Shancai answered as they kept walking.

“I thought it was a donut at first” Vinny spoke, causing the prince to look at him curiously. “What?”

“What the fuck is a donut?” The prince asked, with genuine curiosity.

“You don’t have donuts here?” The cameraman asked surprisingly.

“I don’t think so, I’ve never heard it before” Shancai spoke, as he turned his head curiously.

“I feel like it would be too sweet for you, it’s like a deep fried pastry” Vinny answered, as he happily bit the food.

“Strange” The prince spoke, there was an awkward silence for a while, before Vinny slowly noticed stares, it wasn’t too him, but to Shancai, this must be what Willow meant about people not liking his appearance. Shancai seemed unfazed or used to this.

“People don’t like you?” The cameraman hesitantly asked.

“They don’t like how I look, or the fact I don’t do magic” The prince bluntly answered, receiving a soft nod from Vinny. The awkward silence appeared again, only laughter and conversations from others around them was heard. “Can we stop somewhere?” The prince asked.

“We can go anywhere you like, I’m just tagging along” The cameraman answered, Shancai nodded and continued walking till they went down an alley sort of way, it was more secluded and quieter. “Where we going?” Vinny spoke up.

“I need to give some people stuff” Shancai spoke, as they entered a darker area, it wasn’t as nice as the upper kingdoms, probably the slums. Four kids ran out and hugged Shancais’ legs. “Hello to you too” the prince sighed, he couldn’t hide the happiness in his voice.

“Who’s this?” A young boy, with short messy hair and a missing tooth spoke, as he pointed to Vinny.

“He’s a guest at the palace, him and his friends accidentally ended up here” Shancai answered.

“What’s your name?” A young girl with curly brown hair and dark skin asked Vinny, she seemed shy.

“I’m Vinny” the cameraman answered, his expression and voice softening as he smiled softly.

“Where’s your parents?” Shancai asked, the kids pointed to a house. “I’ll be back” the prince spoke to Vinny who nodded and watched Shancai walk off to the house.

“You’re pretty” a girl with green eyes and black hair said to Vinny, the cameraman seemed surprised by this compliment.

“T-thank you?” Vinny spoke awkwardly.

“Are you friends with Shanni?” A different boy with blonde hair and blue eyes asked.

“I-I think? Maybe?” The cameraman answered, the kids were about to ask another question before Shancai came back.

“Are you leaving already?” The girl with black hair whined.

“The market’s are extra busy today, who knows what’ll happen” The prince spoke, before giving the kids some coins. “I’ll come back soon I swear”

“You’ll bring him too?” The blonde boy asked as he pointed to Vinny.

“Maybe, I need to get him home first” Shancai spoke, before standing up straight, Vinny was trying to process what was happening. “Let’s go” he spoke to Vinny, receiving a nod.

The two began to walk off, the kids waving bye. “Who are they?” The cameraman questioned the prince, the moment they were out of hearing range.

“Just some kids, they live in a poorer area, I try my best to give what I can” Shancai answered.

“That’s nice of you” Vinny spoke, “They like you a lot” the cameraman added.

“They do…they also seem to have taken a liking for you” Shancai answered.

“Yea…” Vinny sighed, it was quiet as they went back to the markets. They both sat on a rock, “What now?”

“Nothing much, just wait for something to happen, I usually walk, but best you rest your legs” The prince answered.

“It’s nice here…” Vinny confessed as he laid down on the rock.

“It is…” Shancai replied, as he watched Vinny lay down.

“Your mum’s nice…” the cameraman spoke up, catching the princes’ attention, receiving a soft hum of acknowledgment. The silence was short lived as there was a series of scream which instantly caused Vinny to sit up while the prince stood up and looked around. “What’s happening?” The cameraman questioned.

“Not sure” Shancai answered, as he summoned his spear again, “You coming?” He asked, receiving a nod from Vinny as he stood up. The two ran to the sound of the chaos, the prince groaned in annoyance as he saw a heart painted to a rock.

“What’s wrong?” Vinny asked curiously.

“It’s Enji” Shancai confessed, causing Vinnys’ heart to drop, he did not want to see Enji…at least he wasn’t alone…

“Shanni! Baby! It’s been a while since we last saw each other!” A familiar playful voice called out, catching the twos’ attention as they stared up a ledge, surely enough Enji was standing there, twirling a new dagger between his fingers. Vinny was a little curious at Enjis’ nickname for the prince, but that was the least of his worries.

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 78

(I suggest you check out parts 1-77 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

The day went by quickly, Deity and Vinny talking about random stuff while Vinny grew more comfortable sitting there. Eventually he was sitting on the beanbag upside down, Deity seemed happier that she got some stuff off her chest.

“Oh my” She spoke up, catching Vinnys’ attention, “It’s evening already” she chuckled out.

“Seriously?” The cameraman asked curiously, as he sat up and stared out the window, just as she said it was evening, and he honestly didn’t feel tired at all. “That went by quickly” he added.

“Sure did” Deity laughed out as she rolled up the scrolls, “I haven’t found answers to what I was looking for” she sighed out, as she rubbed her temples.

“I’m sure you’ll find it eventually” Vinny spoke to her comfortingly, “Maybe Rida’s just as confused and trying to find a substitute for it”

“Maybe…” she sighed, “I just feel like when I find out it’ll be too late…” she added quietly, as she stared out into the window down upon the kingdom.

“Hey…it’ll be fine..I promise…” The cameraman spoke, as he gave her a soft smile and put a comforting hand on her shoulder.

“Thank you dear…” she sighed, “Do you wish to stay fro the night again?” She questioned.

“Nah…I’ll give you some alone time” Vinny replied.

“You really should eat dear” Deity spoke up, “At least one thing…an apple or something…”

“I…I know…” The cameraman whispered, “I will say something…I swear” he added, before getting up and stretching.

“Very well…I’ll see you tomorrow” She sighed as she nodded and followed Vinny to the door.

“Yea…keep my updated if you found what you were looking for” Vinny spoke, receiving a soft nod, “Bye” he added before leaving, waving at her softly, Deity waved back and watched him walk about, before retreating back into her room.

Vinny hummed to himself as he walked down the halls, he was in a better mood and hoped he wouldn’t jinx this and then the most horrifying thing happens, he laughed out loud at the thought, anxiously stroking a hand through his messy hair.

“Man I’ve lost it…” he spoke out loud to himself as he looked at the ground, with a slightly hysteric smile.

“Hey Vinny!” A familiar voice called out from behind Vinny, he instantly swung his head back and a smile appeared on his face, Lloyd.

“Hey” The cameraman waved as he stopped walking allowing Lloyd to catch up. “Something up?” He asked.

“Nope, just wanted to check on you, no one’s seen you all day, we asked Willow she said you were with Deity” Lloyd replied as he walked next to him.

“Yea I was…just talking to her asking questions and stuff…” Vinny spoke to him as they began walking.

“Where you off to now?” Lloyd asked.

“Maybe my room or gonna grab something to snack on” The cameraman replied, receiving a soft nod, “Hey…umm did Garmadon feel you-?” He cut himself off, wondering if Lloyd knew what he was talking about.

“Y-yea…he did…” Lloyd confessed, “Are you…doing alright with it?” He questioned worriedly.

“I’ve been better…but I’m faring better with it than yesterday” Vinny replied as his expression softened.

“Yesterday…was a rough day right…?” Lloyd asked, hesitance evident in his voice, Vinny let out a shaky sigh.

“Yea…a lot of things happened…” The cameraman confessed quietly as he looked at the ground.

“Well I personally think you’re dealing with everything amazingly” The green ninja spoke, attempting to comfort him.

“Sure thing kid” Vinny chuckled out, as he ruffled Lloyd’s hair. “What are you up to anyway?”

“Nothing much, just wandering…this palace is huge, every time I checked the whole place out there’s more” Lloyd answered.

“Yea…it is a big place, really nice too” The cameraman answered, receiving a nod from Lloyd, “I’ll see you later”

“Yep, see ya” Lloyd spoke, before going off to his own direction. Vinny let out a sigh, who knew social interaction was so tiring.

The cameraman walked down the halls and paused when he saw Shancai fixing his armour, while his spear was rested against the wall. “Where you off to?” Vinny questioned, as he turned his head to the side. The prince looked like he was about to leave and it was fairly late.

“Patrol” Shancai replied bluntly, as he picked up his spear.

“Isn’t it a little late?” The cameraman questioned.

“There’s night markets today…normally Willow would take care of patrolling the area, since she likes loud places, but she isn’t in the best mood so I’m taking care of it…” Shancai answered as he looked at Vinny, “Plus, I haven’t had much fights in a while, I’ll get weak if I don’t” he added.

“Can I come?” The cameraman blurted out without thinking, he did wanna go, he was bored and not really that tired.

“If you want to…however if you wish to stay on my speed I suggest you change into something more…athletic” Shancai spoke as he pointed to Vinnys’ clothing.

“I don’t think there’s anything else in the closets” The cameraman answered.

“Follow me” The prince spoke as he walked down the familiar hallways to his room before opening the door.

“Whatcha looking for?” Vinny questioned as he stared at Shancai, who was going through his closet for something.

“I have old clothes that would most likely fit you” The prince answered, before grabbing a pair of pants and a loose shirt. “Try them on in the bathroom” he added, as he pointed to the bathroom, receiving a nod from Vinny, who took the clothes and went in the bathroom.

The cameraman quickly changed into the clothes, they fit quite well, he also remembered to put the dagger in that pocket. “Fits well” he spoke, as he came back out of the bathroom.

“Good” The prince spoke, before leaving the room, followed by Vinny, “The markets are a busy place, you can get lost so stay close to me”

“Does anything dangerous normally happen?” The cameraman asked.

“Not necessarily, occasionally some burglary and drunken fights, but sometimes it’s more than a drunk fight and people are trying to kill each other” Shancai answered, as he continued to walk.

“Great” Vinny spoke sarcastically, as they walked. They walked in silence before he noticed someone from the corner of his eye. The cameraman turned his attention down that hall and let out a shaky sigh as he saw Garmadon.

The oni seemed curious as to where Vinny was going, and seemingly tried to signal him over, the cameraman reluctantly nodded, “Hey, Shancai…can you give me a minute? Gotta do something” Vinny asked, the prince looked at him curiously then realised Garmadon.

“I’ll wait outside” Shancai spoke as he walked out., Vinny nodded and went over to Garmadon.

“What’s up?” The cameraman asked as if nothing was wrong.

“Where are you going?” Garmadon asked, his voice was slightly worried.

“Just gonna go to the markets, I’ll be fine…” Vinny sighed out, as he bit his lip anxiously once his hand was held by Garmadon.

“Just…come back here and get some sleep” the oni spoke, as he rested on hand on Vinnys’ cheek, causing him to flush slightly.

“I…I will…” the cameraman answered quietly as he looked up at Garmadon. It all happened so quick…Garmadon just pressed his lips against Vinnys’…it’s been a while since this has happened…

The kiss wasn’t unwelcome though, Vinny welcomed it warmly as he kissed back, he missed this. As they parted from the kiss, the cameraman stared up at the oni, both their faces slightly flushed.

Before Vinny could say anything Garmadon walked off, leaving Vinny blushing like a high school girl, “What just happened?” He whispered to himself as he hid his face in his hands. He felt better.

Once he recovered from the shock he went out to Shancai and saw him standing there, staring out to the sky. “Everything alright?” The prince questioned, receiving a soft nod from Vinny.

“E-everything’s great…” The cameraman shakily sighed out, as he tried to hide his blush.

“Ohh, I see” Shancai spoke, noticing Vinnys’ blush, before they began walking down the stairs and down a path towards the markets.

(I was happy today)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 77

(I suggest you check out parts 1-76 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Deity gave Vinny a soft smile as she walked in, “Willow spoke to you?” She asked softly, receiving a nod.

“You didn’t tell me that snake did the same to her” The cameraman spoke, he seemed curious as to why, Deity sighed and sat down grabbing a bunch of scrolls.

“It wasn’t my place to tell you…I didn’t even know she knew Rushifa did that…but she must’ve realised by your reaction” Deity answered as she began reading through the scrolls.

“That…makes sense…it makes me feel a little better” Vinny sighed out as he stroked a hand through his hair, Deity nodded as she used some magic to open various scrolls around her.

“Feel free to ask me questions dear…I’m just trying to find out something” She spoke, attempting to reassure Vinny, he nodded in response as he tried to think of some questions. The room was quiet other than the soft breathing and occasional sound of the scrolls being flicked.

“Hey…uhh the mark on your cheek? Willow and Shancai are their own counterparts they finish it…did you have a sibling?” Vinny hesitantly spoke up, causing Deity to pause before letting out a shaky sigh.

“Yes…” she answered softly, “A twin brother…”

“Were you two…close?” Vinny questioned, clearly reluctant noticing her reaction.

“No…not at all, not like my children…we tolerated each other…till we didn’t…” Deity replied her voice dropping into a sadder tone.

“What…happened to him?” The cameraman shakily asked.

“He went…down a path…a bad path and we grew apart…” Deity confessed, it was clearly a touchy subject.

“Did he…do anything?” Vinny asked.

“He…did some stuff, some bad and some…rarely good…” Deity replied quietly as she looked at the ground, and stared at her hands.

“Do…Shancai and Willow know about him?” He asked.

“Not much…they’ve never been introduced…” she sighed, Vinny stayed quiet, silence filling the room. The tension was thick enough to cut with a knife.

“Can you…tell me a little about the kingdom? It’s a nice place, I just don’t know much about it” The cameraman eventually spoke up, breaking the deafening silence.

“Of course dear, it’s quite a funny story actually…” Deity chuckled softly, her voice slightly pained.

“If there’s anything you don’t want to say, you don’t have to” Vinny spoke reassuringly as he smiled at her.

“Nonsense dear! Everything in this story is crucial” she chuckled before grabbing a blank piece of parchment and setting it down on the table, before the beanbag Vinny was sitting on was magically pulled towards the table, in front of Deity.

“Uhh…what’s this for?” The cameraman asked curiously as he stared at the blank parchment then Deity.

“Dear I know magic” She chuckled as she playfully rolled her eyes, “I’m not giving you a boring story” she added as she ruffled his hair.

“R-right” Vinny chuckled sheepishly as he flushed from embarrassment slightly, his eyes widened in surprise as he saw a really light pink mist form on the parchment paper, it began forming objects? And then human figures? It was really cool, watching was Deity moved her hands ever so slightly and more things would change.

“This story starts long ago…” she began as the pink mist began to change into a forest, “The kingdom wasn’t too keen on beings who wielded such powers, whether it be elementals or in my case magic” she began, as Vinny nodded watching the mist change.

“You weren’t…from the royal bloodline?” Vinny asked.

“No my dear…I was far from it” Deity chuckled.

“So your husband was?” He asked, receiving a soft nod, “If…the kingdom was against magic…how’d you two-?” Vinny cut himself as he made a gesture.

“You’ll see dear” She chuckled, “My husband’s father being king as well as a soldier made lies of those different…we were seen as beast not humans” she sighed out as the pink mist formed into a group of people out casting others.

“T-that’s-“ Vinny cut himself out, not wanting to finish his sentence.

“Me and my husband met in an interesting way” She spoke, as the mist formed into a building for what seemed like a bar, “I was trying to blend in with the crowd at a bar” She chuckled softly.

“Were you drunk?” Vinny hesitantly asked.

“A little..but he on the other hand was out of it” She laughed out, “He was an amazing singer…he was sang and after he finished he found me…he didn’t seem to recognise me as what was known as a beast…might have been the alcohol” Deity smiled to herself.

“That’s…really nice” Vinny smiled at her, as he saw the mist form into two figures, sitting at a counter talking.

“It was…we had a few drinks together…and you can guess what happened from there” She chuckled, receiving a soft nod and chuckled from Vinny. “That’s how we had our kids…” she added quietly.

“Oh s-shit wow…” The cameraman spoke out, without thinking, “Did he know?”

“No…” Deity confessed, “I left immediately…I hadn’t realised who he was the night before, but when I did…if I were seen with the prince…” Her voice trailed off as it grew sadder.

“When did he find out?” Vinny asked, he was quite curious about this.

“A few months after they were born…” She admitted, “I…his father- sent him to kill Shancai…he was seen as a threat, but no one knew the other side of their heritage…”

“What about Willow?” The cameraman asked.

“They didn’t know it was twins…my husband, he couldn’t kill Shancai…he just felt…so familiar with him” Deity sighed out.

“He just left Shancai there?” Vinny asked, as he receiving a nod.

“He…found me…asked me if the kids were min-ours…he hadn’t know who he slept with that one drunken night, but now he did” She sighed as she wiped her damp eyes, Vinnys’ eyes widened…Deitys’ tears…they glowed?

“How’d he…react?” The cameraman asked shakily.

“Amazing…” she smiled, “I’d never seen someone so happy…his father wasn’t as thrilled and well…tried killing me, but my husband got to it first” she chuckled.

“Wow…” Vinny spoke, “That’s a lot you went through…” he added, his voice tainted with sympathy,

“It was…but it was worth it” she chuckled, as the mist continued to follow the story.

“All started from a drunken night?” Vinny chuckled, as he tried to lighten the mood.

“Yea” she smiled, “You were right…getting all things off my chest is amazing” she added.

“Right?” Vinny laughed out, as he stretched.

“Any questions?” She smiled, the cameraman shook his head, and watched as Deity grabbed the scrolls again.

“What’s this thing you’re trying to find?” Vinny asked.

“If there’s a way to break a enchanted lock…the lock on the kingdom’s energy needed the hair and blood of me, my husband and our kids…but I haven’t seen my husband in years so getting those from him would be interesting” she admitted.

“That’s weird” Vinny spoke as he looked over at the scrolls, Deity nodded as she continued to go through scrolls.

(LORE DROPPPPPP also do you think I’m prioritising the ocs too much? I don’t want them to overshine Vinny, but it also need to add their own lore to give them personality, I’ll take any criticism I can get, I wanna be better for you all)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 76

(I suggest you check out parts 1-75 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

Vinny began to stir awake as sunlight hit his face, his surrroundings felt unfamiliar as he felt two arms wrapped around him, his eyes fluttered open as he looked up, Deity, she was awake and seemingly working on something as she held a scroll.

His expression softened, she didn’t take him back to his room? The cameraman wasn’t complaining that sleep felt good. Deity’s eyes flickered open in realisation as she saw Vinny awake, her expression softening as a comforting smile formed on her face. “Good morning dear” she spoke softly.

“Morning” Vinny answered drowsily as he sat up, Deity removing her arms from him. He stretched and rubs his eyes grumbling as he felt an itch in his cast. The cameramans’ attention flickered to the cloak wrapped around him…damn it was soft.

“Did you sleep well?” Deity questioned, snapping Vinny out of his thoughts as she set the scroll to the side.

“Uhh, yea yea…did you?” Vinny asked, receiving a soft nod from her, there was an awkward silence for a minute, “You…you didn’t have to keep me here…you could’ve just taken me to my room…” Vinny spoke, bur breaking the silence.

“I could’ve…” Deity began, “But you seemed like you needed someone with you” she added, as she softly smiled as him.

“Thanks…it was nice” Vinny spoke to her, he was really grateful, he felt better considering yesterdays events.

“No problem dear…are you hungry?” Deity questioned, Vinnys’ stomach churned and his shoulders tensed, he really didn’t want to eat.

“Maybe later…” Vinny replied as his shoulders relaxed and he fixed his clothes.

“Ah right…” Deity sighed as she understood Vinnys’ reaction, “Are you planning on doing anything today?” She asked as she stood up and went over to a desk.

“Not really…I don’t want to do anything, and I kinda snapped at the others yesterday…” Vinny replied as he laid on the ground.

“If they knew what happened they can’t be mad” she spoke as she attempted to comfort him.

“What about you? You doing anything?” Vinny questioned as he stroked a hand through his hair.

“I still need to work out Rida’s plan and check some things” Deity answered as she looked at Vinny.

“You wouldn’t mind if I stayed with you today?” The cameraman asked.

“Not at all dear” She answered with a soft smile on her face. “You can ask me anything on your mind”

“Thanks…” Vinny sighed out as he stood up and took off the cloak, folded it and handed it to her.

“Was it comfy?” She questioned as she took the cloak, setting it to the side.

“Yea” Vinny answered as the thought of the soft cloak practically melted his mind, “So comfy…” he sighed out.

Deity chuckled softly as she settled down on a beanbag, signalling for Vinny to sit down, which he did.

“Quick question, why do you sit on the ground if there’s beanbags?” Vinny asked, as he tried to adjust as he sunk into the beanbag.

“I just prefer it…and it’s quite soft the ground” Deity answered.

“It is” Vinny chuckle, Deity was about to say something, but was caught off guard by soft knocking at the door.

“Come in” Deity called out, her voice still soft and soothing, the door opened and Shancai and Willow walked in, Vinny tensed ever so slightly. “Something wrong dears?” She asked, as she watched Willow wave while Shancai bowed, they seemed a little surprised to see Vinny.

“Nope” Willow spoke, “We just went to check on Vinny, but he wasn’t in his room, so we wanted to see if you knew where he was” she added as she gave Vinny a soft smile, this deepened Vinnys’ guilt as he sunk further into the beanbag.

“He’s been here since yesterday” Deity spoke comfortingly.

“Shanni also wants to talk to you” Willow spoke, Shancai looked confused as he looked at Willow then his mother, who looked curious.

“Uh right, a private matter” Shancai spoke up, Deity smiled and nodded and followed Shancai out of the room to have a quick talk.

“You okay?” Willow immediately asked Vinny as her mother and brother left the room.

“Y-yea…” The cameraman answered quietly, as he watched Willow come next to him and sit down on a large flower she just made.

“Yesterday was a bit eventful for you…” Willow spoke softly as she looked at Vinny, “Nya…told us what happened between you and Garmadon…” she confessed.

“S-she did?” The cameraman asked as he looked away.

“Yea…we had to convince her…” Willow replied, “The forest…don’t beat yourself up about it…Rushifa…she can control animals and people with her voice…” she sighed out.

“I’m still an idiot…” he grumbled, he didn’t want to think about that snake…he felt sick in his stomach again.

“Hey…” Willow spoke as she grabbed Vinnys’ hand, “I-I know…it tastes terrible…but trust me it’ll get better…” she whispered our, her voice breaking slightly, Vinnys’ eyes widened, did she know what he ate? Did she eat it before? That snake did mention a certain someone being forced to eat it…Willow and that snake did seem to hate each other.

“Did-did she ever make you-?” Vinny began to speak, but was cut off by a quick nod from Willow.

“I know you might not want to e-eat right now…but it’ll slowly kill you…she’ll win…” The nature elemental spoke out shakily.

“E-everything about her was disgusting…she just kept…touching me…” Vinny sighed out, as Wilows’ expression softened.

“That’s how she messes with you…she minds your weak points and destroys you from them…don’t give into the guilt and disgust you’re stronger than that I know you are…” Willow spoke comfortingly.

“I…I didn’t mean to yell yesterday…I was just-just scared…” Vinny confessed quietly.

“I know I know…her touch just lingers and so does that disgusting taste…” Willow spoke, her voice breaking once more.

“Does Shancai and Deity know…?” Vinny shakily asked.

“Yea…took me a while to tell them though…I locked myself away for weeks…but my mum coaxed me out…” she painfully chuckled out.

“That snake she mentioned feeding it to someone else…was that you? She said that someone didn’t get sick…” Vinny asked.

“Yea…the look of it, the smell…the-the taste…it’s something you’ll never forget, but all you can do is be better, don’t let the past swallow you up” Willow sighed before standing up and stretching.

“Are the…others alright?” Vinny asked.

“Yea…Garmadon was worried about you, you okay if i tell him you’re a little out of it?” She asked, receiving a soft nod from him. “I’ll see you later” Willow spoke as she went to the door.

“Y-yea…bye” he waved as he watched her leave, man he felt bad…Willow had to deal with the same thing…maybe he should open up completely to her…Vinny was snapped out of his thoughts as Deity walked back in.

(Bit late to upload a chapter, but why not…I also realised that two days ago was the one year anniversary for this fanfic I am so delayed! But yayyy we made it to one year!)

Overwhelmed(Vinny x Garmadon)Part 75

(I suggest you check out parts 1-74 if you haven’t already, also my ao3 and wattpad for the chapters more organised)

As Vinny continued to throw up, hunched over the toilet bowl, his body ached. He couldn’t get rid of the snakes’ touch on his body, it just lingered there and he hated it. His mind spun as he gagged once more, he knew he’d vomited everything up, but he couldn’t stop himself. The taste. The touch. He couldn’t get rid of it…

Vinny sat on the ground for a few more minutes, making sure he didn’t have to vomit once more, but after he was sure he stood up, his legs trembled beneath him as he leaned against the wall for support. The cameraman weakly walked over to the sink before grabbing a toothbrush, he hoped this would get rid of the coppery taste.

As he brushed his teeth, having the taste of minty toothpaste was somewhat relieving as it overpowered the coppery taste in his mouth for a short time. Vinny let out a shaky whimper as he finished brushing his teeth, the taste was still there, but mixed with the mint it was more bearable. His body however felt disgusting, he wanted to scrub off that snakes’ touch, so that’s what he was gonna do.

The cameraman turned on the shower, before stripping his clothes and getting in there. His life was miserable, he was miserable and someone enjoyed him being miserable. He let out a content sigh as the warm water flowed down his aching body.

It was perfect…it was so comforting…Vinny began to scrub his scalp with shampoo, the vanilla scent comforting him, as he tried his best to ignore Rushifas’ touch lingering on him.

As he finished washing the shampoo out of his hair, he quickly put conditioner in, it really softened his hair. Once he finished with that he began scrubbing the parts of his body that the snakes’ touch lingered.

Vinny started with his thigh, harshly scrubbing it till it was red, as much as he wished he could scrub his cheek red, someone would easily notice it and pressure him with questions, so he stuck to less exposed parts to scrub red. He grimaced as the sight of his raw skin, his thoughts flickering to the flesh he was fed, he held back a gag and hunched over instead.

He sighed to himself as he continued to think of his friends…he hoped they weren’t upset at him for snapping. Vinny quickly finished up the shower, wrapping a towel around his waist before going out of the bathroom into the bedroom. The cameraman grabbed a his pajamas he wasn’t gonna do anything else today, he wanted to cry and sleep.

As he finished getting dressed he went back into the bathroom and grabbed the dagger out of his old clothes pocket, before dropping onto the bed. “What does everyone want from me?” He groaned to himself as he thought about Enji, Rida and that snake. He didn’t want to call say her name, he hated her more than Enji at the moment and kinda missed Enji.

It was twisted, Vinny knew that, but Enji wouldn’t force him to eat that, that snake seemed used to eating human flesh, Enji was still a human however a very fucking annoying human, but Vinny knew Enji wouldn’t make him do that. His mind flicked to Rida…he knew the least about him, he was dark and mysterious.

Rids and that snake weren’t friends, but they asked for favours and that snake said that Rida told her not to hurt Vinny. Did Rida know he was here? Did Enji? Everything was confusing and it caused Vinny to let out an annoyed groan as he stuffed his face in the pillow and kicked his legs.

What was he meant to do? He couldn’t protect himself. Couldn’t tell the majority of his friends what was happening. And was being haunted by two people and one snake he didn’t even know existed until recently. “Is all this worth it? Maybe I’m the problem…” Vinny spoke to himself out loud as he rolled onto his back and stare at the ceiling.

“What if it all gets worse? What if-“ Vinny was cut off by soft knocking at the door, was it Willow? Maybe Shancai? Nya? He didn’t want to answer, he wanted to be left alone. The cameraman just sat there, hoping the person there would leave, but the knocking persisted, causing Vinny to let out a defeated sigh before getting up and grudgingly walking to the door and opening it.

“Please, I really wan-“ The cameraman cut himself off as he saw the person there, Deity. She seemed worried, Vinny instantly shut up, he didn’t want to worry her.

Vinny quickly noticed her outfit change, a whitish blue floor long see through mesh shawl that trailed behind her, the ends like clouds? Not fur, quite literally clouds. She was also wearing a dark blue and silver dress, he also noticed she was wearing small rhinestone head chain.

It didn’t look bad at all, and it didn’t seem too uncomfortable, it seemed soft and warm. The dress also seemed like a substitute night gown, something formal yet informal at the same time.

“S-sorry for bothering you dear” Deity spoke up, her voice hinted with guilt and worry, “Willow told me you might want some alone time, but I heard what happened and had to at least check on you” she added, as she looked away anxiously, Vinnys’ expression softened as guilt creeped up his back.

“N-no it’s fine! I’m fine! Honestly…I’m just a bit snappy” The cameraman answered quickly, as he tried to reassure her.

“I was just so caught off guard when I was told what happened…Are you sure you’re alright dear?” Deity questioned once more.

“Y-yea…I wasn’t gonna go in the forest, but I assume Willow told you why I went?” Vinny asked, receiving a soft nod from her.

“Did anything happen?” Deity asked him, before letting irl a soft sigh as she noticed Vinnys’ expression saddened as he looked at the ground, “You don’t have to tell me if you don’t want to dear”

“I…sorry, I’m just…shaken from what happened” Vinny replied quietly, “B-but I really should talk about it to someone at least before it eats me up…” he added as he looked up at her, giving her a soft smile.

“Would you like to come with me dear? We can talk like last time” Deity offered, Vinny nodded. He did need to talk to someone about what happened. How would Deity react? Deity began walking expecting Vinny to follow which he did as he closed the bedroom door behind him.

The walk there was silent before Deity pushed open the door allowing Vinny in, before closing the door. They sat down on the ground like last time, it was still as comfortable, felt like a cloud. The cameraman sat next to her, it was easier to say stuff when he wasn’t directly in front of someone. “T-thank for this” Vinny spoke.

“No problem dear, you have a lot on your mind” Deity spoke before she took off her head chain and rested it on a circle like thing, “You can tell me whatever you’re comfortable with” she added as she looked at Vinny, her expression holding comfort and love.

“R-right…” the cameraman sighed before taking a deep breath, “When I went in that part of the forest I just heard some hissing…I thought it might be a Serpentine, but which one? I didn’t expect her to come out…” Vinny began explaining as Deity listened intently.

“She-she just appeared out of no where and wrapped me in her tail!” He added as the memory of the snake sprung back into his mind. Vinnys’ breath hitched as he continued to think about what happened.

“Take your time dear…I have no issue waiting” Deity spoke affectionately as she rested her hand on Vinnys’.

“She called me Ridas’ new plaything” Vinny sighed out, Deitys’ eyes widened, but Vinny didn’t notice, “Her and Rids are just on occasional favours basis, right?” He asked.

“Yea…” Deity replied, “They have a hate for the kingdom, which is why they both work somewhat together” she added as she let out a sigh.

“She wanted to know why Rida had his eyes set on me…I told her I didn’t know!” Vinny continued as he hugged his body, the snakes’ touch lingered the more he thought of it, “S-she came behind me and put her head on my shoulder then wrapped her hand around my neck…” Vinny confessed shakily as he voice quietened.

“O-oh dear…” Deity whispered in shock as she looked at Vinny worriedly.

“S-she put her h-hand on my thigh…” he whimpered out, “She asked m-me what Garmadon would think about him seeing me like this, did I mention that Garmadon wanted a break from our relationship?” Vinny asked as began to grow hysterical, Deity shook her head before pulling Vinny into a hug pressing the side of his head against her chest.

“You don’t have to keep going if you don’t want to dear…” Deity spoke softly as she kept Vinnys’ head there in order to comfort him.

“N-no it’s fine…I need to tell this to someone…” The cameraman shakily spoke, as he tried to hold back the tears that welled in his eyes.

“Very well…” Deity sighed.

“S-she grabbed m-meat off a human corpse and told me to e-eat it…” Vinny confessed as his voice broke, as he held onto Deity tightly.

“You didn’t-“ Deity began before cutting herself off as she saw Vinnys’ face, tears beginning to stream down his face. “Oh you poor angel…” she whispered softly as she stroked her hand through his hair.

“I-i hated it…I hate her…it was d-disgusting and I can’t g-get rid of the taste, i-it just lingers” he began to cry softly as he allowed himself to be comforted by Deity.

“As you should hate her…” Deity spoke softly as she took off her long shawl and wrapped it around Vinnys’ body.

“W-when I ate it…she just dropped m-me to the ground and when Willow and t-the others came she k-kissed my cheek and just left to c-catch them off guard…” Vinny confessed once more as he trembled in her arms.

“And you haven’t told them…?” Deity questioned hesitantly.

“H-how can I? T-they’d probably think I’m fucking p-pathetic that I can’t protect myself” he cried in response.

“Your friends love you Vinny…they’d understand…but I also understand why you don’t tell them and I would so the same…” she whispered comfortingly as she continued to baby him.

“I’m so fucking done with this…” he sobbed weakly, “I want it all to stop, I wanna fucking die…” he whimpered our weakly.

“I know dear, I know…and I don’t blame you, but think about who you’ll leave behind” Deity says to him in an attempt to affirm him, as he just laid there in her arms.

“I-I can’t do this anymore…” he whimpered quietly, Deity drew comforting circles on his back and continued to stroke his hair.

“I know…just let it out…” She spoke softly, Vinny continued to cry. He couldn’t control himself, Deity was so motherly and comforting. Before Vinny knew it he was knocked out, fast asleep, due to how exhausted he was. Deity let out a soft sigh and leaned back onto a pillar behind her, allowing Vinny to rest.

“Poor angel…” she whispered to herself as she looked at Vinny, his eyes were puffy, he’s had a hard day.

(I WROTE A LOT!!! and we obviously have our Mother Deity)