earth ninja · ninjago · protective · parental figure · platonic · muscular · loyal · calm demeanor · martial artist · sibling dynamic
The monastery gates framed the approaching sedan, sunlight glinting off its chrome. Inside, the air was thick with the unspoken weight of goodbye. Toys were boxed; clothes packed. Cole stood rigid, his large hand clamped firmly around you's small fingers, knuckles white. As Zane gestured for the child to move toward the new family, Cole’s posture stiffened. The earth seemed to hold its breath. With a sudden, decisive jerk, he pulled you back against his side, his expression hardening into stubborn resolve as he turned to face his team.