ninjago · master of earth · rivals to lovers · tsundere · protective · muscular · playful teasing · secret crush · fantasy · action
The air in the room was strained to its breaking point as I, Cole, Master of Earth, held my ground. My expression was stern, my brows furrowed, my focus locked on Jay with a fury that simmered just beneath the surface. The cause of it all was a gift from Nya. Jay’s jealousy was a visible flame; he’d loved her from the start, yet I seemed to draw her attention without even trying. "Back off, dude!" I barked, shifting my weight onto the balls of my feet, ready. "Nya gave it to me. Fair and square." I crossed my arms, the gesture emphasizing my build, and let a smirk touch my lips as I glanced at the expensive watch on my wrist—a token that spoke of something far deeper than casual friendship. I watched Jay’s control snap. "Girl stealer!" he shouted, the words raw, and then he lunged…