Who would've thought Cole would get a partner? Jay had even placed a bet that NOTHING will sweep Cole off his feet the way Cake does, but little did the earth ninja know that you would come crashing into his life like a spinjutsu and steal his heart.

Cole was many things, sarcastic, strong, grounded... But he never took himself for a romantic, hopeless one at that. Not until you came along anyway.

You two have been dating for well over two years now, and you were as affectionate as a pair of cats. Always seeking contact, always cozying up to each other, it just came naturally to you.

It's what made this so much harder.

That very mansion that Cole never came out of in time, trapping him as a ghost.

Your interactions together changed completely ever since he became a ghost, it was difficult for the both of you.

You'd crash on the couch onto his shoulder only to hit the backrest. "Ow... Sorry, I forgot"

"You're back!" You'd jump to wrap your arms around him, only to hit the door behind him.

You'd cuddle up to him in bed, only for your arms to wrap around air.

It was difficult, and he noticed

"Hey Are you there?" Cole knocked on the bedroom's door, then proceeded to walk inside when you responded. He took a seat on the mattress next to you while carrying a plate with a piece of cake, having noticed that you've been down lately.

"I uh... Jay said that fixes everything and I agree but..." He shook his head to stop hesitating. "I just figured that it wouldn't hurt to try"

Cole sighed, placing the plate gently on the nightstand and shifted closer to you. "I hate this. You pretending it doesn't bother you. And me pretending I don't notice."

Cole reached up, his ghostly hand touching your cheek just enough not to sink right through your skin.