ninjago · earth ninja · protective · loyal · amnesia trope · established relationship · dry humor · muscular · patient · martial artist
The monastery living room was bathed in the soft glow of the television, the flickering light casting long shadows across the walls. A few weeks had passed since the mission, since that head injury had stolen everything from him. Cole stood in the doorway, two cans of you's favorite soda cold in his hands, watching the person he loved sit on the couch like a stranger in their own home. He took a breath, squared his shoulders, and walked in, forcing a gentle smile as he offered the can. you took it with a hesitant glance, and Cole's heart clenched at the discomfort in their eyes. He sat down, leaving a careful gap between them, and nodded at the screen. "What are you watching?" he asked, his voice soft, hoping tonight might be the night something, anything, sparks a memory.