Welcome to the second chapter! Enjoy!

So thank you to everyone who reviewed the first chapter! And to answer one question...no I wont be making this into more than a two-shot, sorry!

Blahhh….haha just had to get that random word out.

Disclaimer: I do not own the Jonas Brothers.

"Kevy…you'll never lose me," Nick whispered.

Kevin sniffed, "I-I know…I know. It's just hard knowing how c-close it came to actually h-h-happening."

'T-Thank y-you K-Kevin…f-f-for s-saving m-my l-l-life," Nick gave a small smile through his chattering teeth.

"I'd do it again in a heartbeat," Kevin replied. "Now enough talk. We really need to get you home Nick. You could catch hypothermia," Kevin's eyes held concern and worry.

"I-I'll b-be f-f-fine," Nick chattered.

"No you won't. Not if we don't get you home soon," Kevin emphasized. He too was shivering, but not nearly as much as Nick considering he'd been exposed to the water longer. He also didn't want to worry Nick by showing weakness. He had to stay strong for his little brother. "Alright let's go," Kevin said. He put one arm under Nick's legs and the other arm under his back. He picked him up and began skating towards the edge of the lake where the path was leading to their car.

"Uh Kev?" Nick was still shivering, but managed to speak without stuttering. "I think we forgot something…or rather…someone," Nick choked out a laugh.

"What? Who-OH!" Kevin exclaimed. "Joseph!"

"Haha yeah…I mean it would be nice not having the hyperactive two year old around, but mom would kill us," Nick joked.

Kevin laughed, "Unfortunately you are right." A large grin spread on his face as Joe came into their view. He was still struggling with all his might and muttering words under his breath.

"Stupid…idiots…dang trees…OW! Why you! How dare you poke me you blasted tree!"

"So you've finally snapped Joseph? Took long enough…" Kevin mocked.

"Kevin? Is that you? Hey! Have you seen Nicholas? I heard a scream…what happened?" Joe questioned. "Oh, and I have not snapped! I am perfectly normal!"

Kevin coughed, "I uh don't think talking to trees is exactly normal."

"Ok, ok, just get over here and help meeeeee!" Joe whined. "And answer my questions!"

"Calm down Superman. You know for someone claiming to have "super powers" you sure a big wimp," Kevin joked. "Hey Nick do you think you can stand on your own?" Kevin asked in a whisper.

"Yeah I'll be ok," Nick replied as Kevin slowly set him on the ground.

"Alright after I rescue you, I'll answer your questions ok Joey?" Kevin walked over to Joe.

"Hey…you called me Joey…what's wrong?" Joe asked concerned.

"I'll tell you after," Kevin said. "Now this may hurt a bit," Kevin warned. He charged at Joe's back and roughly tackled him out from in between the trees.

"OW!" Joe's shout was muffled as he hit the ground.

"I warned you," Kevin smiled and helped Joe up.

"Holy Croly Kevin! You're freezing!" Joe looked at his brother in shock.

"Um yeah about that…" Kevin paused as he glanced over at Nick. Joe followed his older brother's gaze and gasped at his little brother's state.

"Nick!" Joe rushed over and embraced him.

"He sort of fell into the water…" Kevin explained. "The ice was weak and it broke from under him. He had been in the water probably for about 5 minutes before I found him. It was awful. I made sure to do everything I could…" Kevin trailed off. "I just wish I had been there to prevent it." Tears stung at his eyes. His eyes grew wide in surprise as Joe ran over an engulfed him in a hug.

"What's happened has happened. It's too late to change it. All that matters is you saved Nick's life. You kept him alive Kev," Joe began to cry. "T-Thank you so much." Joe continued to hug Kevin who was now rubbing Joe's back in reassurance with his arms.

"Um…sorry to interrupt you guys, but uh I'm kind of cold…freezing actually," Nick shivered.

"OMJ! I'm sorry Nicky! Let's get to the car," Joe rushed over to Nick. He took off Nick's soaked jacket and replaced it with his own dry one. He put his arm around Nick's shoulders trying to warm him up. "Alright Nicky time to go home," Joe ruffled his hair.

Nick smiled. It was comforting knowing how much his brothers cared about him. "Thank you Joey," Nick spoke quietly. He leaned his head against Joe's shoulder as they walked across the frozen lake. Once they reached the car they noticed Kevin was already there. He had rushed ahead so he could warm up the vehicle for Nick. Joe and Nick climbed into the back of the car, and soon enough both were passed out in a comfortable sleep. Joe had both his arms wrapped around his little brother in a warming embrace. Kevin looked up into the rear view mirror and gave a loving smile. He couldn't have asked for more amazing brothers.

"Kev…?" Nick whispered. He was currently wrapped up in a blanket on the couch by the fireplace. Kevin was also in a blanket and had an arm around Nick's shoulder.

"Yeah Nick J?" Kevin replied.

"I just…I never really got to properly thank you. I mean…I don't think any amount of words could ever describe how much I'm thankful to have you as my brother. I'm really speechless. I just wish I could express how much I love you. You keep me safe…you always protect me. Kev…you…and Joey too…you guys are my guardian angels." Nick's face was stained with tears.

"Nick I-ACHOO!" Kevin was cut off as the loud sneeze escaped him.

"I'm sorry I got you sick…" Nick smiled sheepishly at Kevin.

"It's not your fault Nick…don't ever think that ok?" Kevin squeezed Nick's shoulder reassuringly.

"Ok…" Nick stopped to let out a sneeze and sniffled. "I really hate being sick…" Nick grumbled.

"Haha just be thankful you didn't catch hypothermia. I am actually extremely surprised you got away with only a cold. You were exposed for quite a while to the harsh water, and not to mention you stood outside for that length of time while I helped Joe," Kevin finished.

"Yeah…guess I'm pretty lucky," Nick coughed.

"Hm yes…that and I believe you are very blessed. You're an inspiring, strong willed person Nick. I'm so proud of you," Kevin smiled. His eyes were glazed over with tears.

"That was so beautiful!" Joe sniffled from the doorway.

"Oh my gosh…Joseph you're such a dork," Kevin laughed. Joe pouted.

"But we still love you," Nick grinned.

"Yay! See at least somebody is kind enough to say so!" Joe sent a playful glare Kevin's way. Joe then hopped over to the couch and sat beside Nick. "Sooo…you guys better not get me sick."

"It would be your own fault Joe…you shouldn't be hanging around us if you're that paranoid," Kevin rolled his eyes.

"Psh I'm not talking to you," Joe dramatically whipped his head to the side while crossing his arms.

"Joseph you are so immature sometimes it makes me wonder…" Kevin paused.

"Well I think you're both being immature," Nick stated as another sneeze came out. Unfortunately it was aimed in Joe's direction.

"Eww gross! Nick cooties!" Joe complained

"I rest my case…" Nick sniffled. "Only little kids believe in 'cooties' Joe."

"That's it! I'm going on protest!" Joe stood up with his hands on his hips. "I will not be speaking to either of you!"

"Want to count it Nick?" Kevin asked.

"Yeah alright...5…4…3…2…1…"

"Gah! Ok I give! Talk to me pleeeease!" Joe begged.

"Every time…" Kevin laughed. Joe could never stay "angry" for long.

"Boys!" All three turned to see their mother. "I want you to stop fooling around now, so you can all get some well needed rest. Especially you Nick," Denise spoke in a gentle and caring voice. "Heavens you've been through enough today."

"But Mommy…" Joe began but immediately shut his mouth once he saw the warning look his mother was giving him.

"You're right Mom. If it's ok with you though, can we stay here by the fire?" Kevin asked.

"Fine by me, but I think it would be best if Joseph went up to his room," Denise suggested.

"Aw Mom!" Joe whined. "I promise I'll be good! I wont bother Nick or Kevin! Please!" He gave the puppy eyes.

"You know those never work on me Joe, but I'm feeling generous, so you can stay. Don't keep Nick and Kevin up all night long you hear?" Denise said firmly.

"Yes Mommy," Joe sheepishly grinned.

Denise laughed, "Alright boys goodnight. I love you all very much." She went over and kissed each of her sons on the forehead. "Sleep well."

"Love you Mom," the three brothers spoke simultaneously as their mother walked out of the room.

Kevin yawned, "Night Nick J, night Joe. I love you guys." His got comfortable and closed his eyes slowly.

"Love you too Kev," Nick and Joe replied.

Within a few minutes, Kevin's light snores were heard signalling he was asleep. It was silent for another 10 minutes before Joe spoke. "Hey Nick…Nicky you awake?" Joe whispered.

"Hmm?" Nick mumbled.

"Did you really mean those things you said? Were you really serious when you said Kev and I are your guardian angels?" Joe questioned curiously.

"Yes I was serious. I meant every single word. You two are my big brothers. You're my saviours…so yes you are one of my guardian angels," Nick whispered softly.

"You know what? You're a little rock star, ya know that? I'm proud to be your brother." (A/N – Direct quote from Joe Jonas.) Joe rested his head on top of Nick's.

"So I've been told," Nick smiled at Joe.

"You know what else? You really are extraordinary. You're amazingly talented and gifted."

"I know…I've never been so gifted," Nick paused, "I have you and Kevin. You guys are my gifts. I was gifted with Frankie, Mom and Dad too. All of you are my life. I couldn't survive without this family." Nick has silently started to cry. They were tears of happiness.

"Nicky, I love you," Joe wrapped his arms around Nick and hugged him closely.

"I love you too Joey," Nick put his head on Joe's shoulder and closed his eyes. A couple minutes later Nick had fallen into a deep sleep. Joe let out a tired yawn and ran his fingers through Nick's curls before falling asleep himself.

Denise walked in not a second later and smiled upon seeing her three sons curled up on the couch together. It looked like Joe had managed to act responsibly and kept his promise not to bother Nick or Kevin. Denise walked out of the room and came back with a camera in hand. "This is so going in the scrapbook," She whispered softly to herself while grinning.

Alrighty so that's another story completed! Nice and short. I hope you all liked it.

Reviews are most welcome! Don't be afraid! lol

Ja, mata!