Kingdom Come

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We approach the gates of Cloud Kingdom.

"Welcome to Cloud Kingdom. We've been expecting you." An old person walks up to us, opening the gates.

"Ha, how are we-" Jay asks.

"Standing on a cloud? Easy. In other Realms, there are other rules. I'm Fenwick. I've been asked to show you around." Fenwicks says.

"Nice to meet you. I'm-" Kai holds out a hand.

"Kai, yes, we all know. You're quite popular with the other monks. Up here, we see everything that goes on in Ninjago." Fenwick cuts in again.

"Then you know-" Cole says.

"You've traveled far for the Sword of Sanctuary, a powerful weapon that can foresee your opponent's next attack. It's also the second clue to finding the Tomb of the First Spinjitzu Master." Fenwick replies.

"Blimey. But how be you-" Zane asks.

"Finishing your sentences? I know, it's rather annoying, but up here we know, let's just say...we know what's going to come next. Come, I know Morro isn't far behind. Follow me and I'll explain." Fenwick leads us into the library, where monks are writing on scrolls.

"Wow, it's the Ninja." We hear some monks gasp.

"I know you're familiar with a few of the Realms. Cloud Kingdom is just one more of the Sixteen Realms that exist parallel to Ninjago." Fenwick says.

"Sixteen Realms?" Kai gasps.

"In this realm, we strive for greater understanding and let go of distractions. There is no television, no video games-" Fenwick explains.

"No video games? Hmmph. Not impressed." Jay hmphs.

"It appears all any lad does here be writing." Zane notes.

"That is because here, our words matter. You see, in Cloud Kingdom, we are the writers of destiny. It was here that it was decided that Lloyd should be the Green Ninja. And just now, that Zane should find his voice again." Fenwick smiles.

"I sense my vocal pattern has returned without any repairs." Zane says, in his normal voice. Dang, it! 

"Ugh! He doesn't talk like a pirate anymore." Jay sighs.

"How'd that happen?" Cole asks.

"It was written."Fenwick simply answers.

"Hey, guys, he's writing about Dareth!" Jay accidentally spills ink on the scroll.

"Oh, poor Dareth!" Monk Boy gasps, and Jay nervously laughs as he leaves.

"If you know what's going to happen next, then you know how important it is for us to get the Sword of Sanctuary." Kai says.

"Yes, and I know you made a promise to save your friend Lloyd. Sadly, we cannot ensure promises, because we aren't allowed to choose sides. And no one else will tell you this, but we had intended for Morro to stay in the Cursed Realm." Fenwick's voice drops to a whisper.

"What do you mean intended?" Cole asks.

"He was never supposed to escape. He somehow defied destiny. And now we're playing catch up. Do you think we wanted you to become a Ghost? That's preposterous. Ever since Morro broke free, things have been happening outside of our control. To be honest, we don't know how this will end." Fenwick shakes his head.

"Then quit talking and give us the sword. We'll find the tomb and stop Morro." Kai vows.

"Look, we wanted to give it to you, but first, the Master Writer wants to see you." Fenwick says.

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