Spirit's Wrath (Book 2 of Spirit's Calling)

Defying Destiny

A/n: ughhhhh this took me so long to write, I'm so sorry 😣

midterms for one, they suck

but also these next few episodes/chapters are just not as exciting to write, since it's mostly dialogue and there's no fighting lol

but here we go, and it's longer than normal, so enjoy <3333

(also I did not edit this so bear with me if there are any mistakes)

With Morro pinned to the mountain and airjitzu on her side, Y/n ascended to the top of the mountain in minutes. She landed after the other Ninja but before Cole, who, like her, struggled with the airjitzu. But just as the Blind Man's Eye drifted overhead, the last Ninja made it to the top, out of breath but exhilarated.

"You'll pay for this!" Morro screamed after them, and Y/n flinched.

"Come on!" Kai cried, preparing to fly up. "It's now or never!"

Y/n glanced down as Morro struggled out of one of the arrows, immediately pulling at the second. "He'll be fine, Y/n," Cole called, "but we have to go!"

She nodded once. "Let's do this."

Together, they shot up into the portal.

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Y/n let out a groan as her eyes fluttered open.

When did she fall asleep?

Alarm shot through her. How long has it been? How much time did they lose? She couldn't afford to rest now—not with Lloyd's life on the line. If she'd been knocked out—

"We made it!"

The elemental suddenly went still, looking around. She and the other Ninja lay scattered around on a field of clouds, each looking groggy as if they'd also been asleep. Maybe that's a good thing, Y/n thought dryly. Realm-hopping is probably not great for the mind.

Ahead of them stood a collection of buildings, each supported on a foundation of clouds. They were round in shape and pearl white with gold roofing and details, connected by a series of tiled walkways. A few serene-looking people in white robes traveled along the paths, one holding a stack of scrolls in their hands. The warmth from the wind-free air contrasted sharply with the frigid air from the Wailing Alps, and Y/n removed her parka to soak up the warmth, her fingers finally regaining some feeling.

"The Cloud Kingdom," Kai breathed, staring out at the buildings. A cobbled pathway led from their location up to the largest building, almost as if inviting them forward. An elegant white and gold arch stood over the path where it met the smooth road of the walkway. The whole place seemed well-crafted and cared for.

"Too much white," Y/n complained with a sniff, pushing herself to her feet.

"Hello, Ninja."

Y/n yelped as a robed figure suddenly appeared next to them, standing like he'd always been there. He wore a white and gray robe and had short gray hair that framed his pleasant expression. He seemed bemused by Y/n's reaction but said nothing on the topic, instead keeping his gaze level as he looked at each of the Ninja in turn. "Welcome to the Cloud Kingdom. We have been expecting you."

"Expecting?" Y/n echoed. "How could you—"

"Know that you are coming? Well, you seek to defeat a ghost. Logically, you would find your way here."

Y/n's mouth snapped shut. How...?

Jay laughed. "Cool! So how are we—"

"Standing on a cloud? Easy. In other realms, there are other rules." He smirked at Jay's shocked expression. "My name is Fenwick. I've been asked to show you around."