A/N: Chibi Turtle story! Well, welcome to my first fic. I don't know, I guess after reading about it for a while now, I just wanted to attempt an actually fan fiction, and I figured starting with childhood was a good spot. Well, lets see how it goes. (c:

OK, and for sake of tradition, Legal Disclaimer: I don't own turtles.

It was rather warm for an October night, but not warm enough to be out doors without a jacket. A gentle wind would pick up every once in a while, but would die down almost as quick as it started. Central Park was illuminated with the lit lamp posts, and a young couple strolled hand in hand along the walk way, talking quietly. Listening carefully you could hear soft laughter, and a smile would appear on their bright faces. Their carefree walk was soon cut short, for soon heavy rain being to pour. Soon the streets we wet throughly and water was soon being drained into the sewers below.

The sound of the rain soon filled the sewers. It was a deafening sounds, making it impossible to hear anything. Yet, even with the powerful roaring, it had a peaceful tune to it. Something that drew Raph out into the sewers on nights like this. He knew he shouldn't be out. His father would be terrified if he knew Raph had been out here alone. There was something about this weather though that Raph couldn't resist. So with those thoughts pushed out of his mind, the five year old nestled into the shadows, and listened contently to the rain. Raph couldn't help but to smile when a few rain drops managed to drop onto his beak. A small giggle escaped his lips as he drew his blanket closer.

Splinter had found the blanket earlier that year when Raph had become ill. It was a soft, yellow blanket, obviously meant for a baby's crib. The young turtle didn't mind though. It had gotten him through the rest of the winter, keeping him warm as he slept those cold nights.

A sudden noise jolted Raph out of his thoughts. He jumped out of his spot and turned on the flashlight he had brought with him. Forgetting that he could be seen now by anybody would cared to peer down the gutter, Raph went in search of the sound. He couldn't help but allow a small whimper pass his lips. Out of the corner of his eye, he saw a figure move suddenly. Raph whipped the flashlight in that direction and to his surprise saw his youngest brother, Michaelangelo, sitting there, blinking rapidly at the light now in his face.

"Mikey? What are you doing here?" Raph whispered in surprise, shutting the light off. He walked over and sat near his youngest brother. The littlest turtle held tightly to his teddy bear, his emerald eyes wide.

"I heard you sneakin' outta bed," Mikey answered, "I was curi'is about where you go."

Raph moaned, "Mike, Masta' Splinter is going to be really mad!"

Mikey's eyes got bigger and he grinned, "He don't havta know Raf, I won't tell."

Raph couldn't help but to smile at his younger bother. Mikey could be a pain in the tail, but Raph loved him none the less.

"So this where you go when you sneak out?" Mikey asked, looking up at his big brother. Raph looked at his brother in surprise. He knew?

"Yeah Mikey, but rememba', you can't tell Sensay." Raph stated as seriously as a five year old could managed. Mikey just shook his head vigorously.

"I won't even tell the others."

Raph smiled at the little turtle. "Alright Mikey, let's go home before Masta' Splinter finds out we've been gone."

Mikey just nodded again as Raph grabbed his blanket and flashlight. Quietly but swiftly, the two brothers stole away to their home and slipped into their beds, unknown to the other members in the lair.

The next morning, four young turtles scampered into the kitchen. They saw their sensei standing over the stove, busy with the making of their breakfast. Splinter looked over and smiled at the turtle tots.

"Good morning my sons," he began warmly, "Today I have a delightful treat for you." and with that being said, Splinter showed them a plate with pancakes on it. Each of the turtle's eyes widen. Pancakes were indeed a rare treat, and each turtle loved the taste of them.

"YAY!" Leo and Don exclaimed, jumping into their chairs. Although Raph didn't say anything, he was just as quick to get into his chair. While Splinter was grabbing plates for his sons, he notice Mikey walking sluggishly over to his chair, and then climbing onto it very slowly. Splinter wanted to dismissed this as the child just waking up, but the father in him couldn't help but to keep an eye on him.

Breakfast was soon in progress, and there was merry chatter among the table. Donny hummed happily has he munched on the breakfast good, and Leo and Raph giggled as the used their fingers to play with their syrup, only to find that the syrup would end up on each other's faces. Splinter, although laughing inwardly, scolded them gently and told them not to play with their food. He grabbed a wash cloth and wiped their faces clean, and both Leo and Raph continued to eat. It wasn't until Splinter was returning to his seat that he notice Mikey pushing his food around, a bite still needed to be taken. Splinter's brows furrowed as he looked at his youngest.

"Michaelangelo, are you not feeling well?"

The young turtle just shook his head no. Splinter went to go feel his son's forehead, and was alarmed to feel it burning to the touch.

"Come my son, it's back to bed." Said the rat softly as his pick up Mike. The poor young turtle then broke out into tears, and his father gently rubbed his back as he walked out of the room. This grabbed the other three children's attention, and all chatter had stop. It wasn't until Splinter was out of the kitchen that their voices had been found.

"Do you think Mikey is real sick?" Leo asked wide eyed. Leo knew that it was a question he could answer himself, but he hated the idea of anyone in his family being sick.

"Must be," Don began slowly, "Sensay put him right back to bed. Hey Raph, where ya goin'?

Raph had already slid off his chair and began to walk out of the kitchen. He just stopped long enough too look at his other little brother.

"I just wanna see if I can help Mikey."