Disclaimer: I do not own the Power Rangers in any shape or form; damnit!
Tommy looked at himself critically in the mirror. He had never been the suit and tie type of guy, but he could put up with it for one night at least. Tonight Tommy was being awarded as the Teacher of the Year by the Reefside alumni. Since he had quit being a Power Ranger his life had gotten pretty dull. No longer did he risk his life every week to save the world or run around in tight spandex. Over his Ranger years he had gotten used to, and even comfortable in the usual Ranger uniform. Tommy messed with his tie as he walked down the stairs and into his kitchen. He looked around at the mess of dishes, take-out containers, and pizza boxes. I should probably clean this mess up, Tommy thought as he poured himself a cup of coffee. Tommy loved his house, but it was certainly empty these days, no teenagers running were around trying to get to the basement. As Tommy entered the living room his eye caught a familiar picture hanging on the wall. It was taken on the day that Tommy became the good Green Ranger. Standing next to him was a certain petite gymnast, the one who got away. To this day Tommy still kicked himself for not going down to Florida and talking to Kim about the letter. Tommy sighed as he finished his coffee and looked around the living room. It was just as messy as the kitchen. Un-graded science papers, graded science papers, science magazines, old photos, and trash covered the room. Tommy didn't even remember the color of the carpet, let alone being able to see the floor. As the clock on his mantel struck seven Tommy took his mug back into the kitchen, grabbed his car keys from the hook, and headed out. The award was to be presented at the Reefside High School gymnasium by the board of education and alumni; it was expected to be a big turn out. His best friend, Jason, was going to be there, along with his brother, David, and his four favorite former students. The media would also be there along with most of the faculty. Principle Mercer was even going to make an appearance, even though she was almost eight months pregnant. Tommy had talked to Trent recently about his new little brother and Trent was extremely excited. Tommy had also been told that Nick Sanders, one of the school's most generous donors, was going to be there with his lovely wife. Tommy had never actually met the guy, but he owed a lot to him. He had been the guy who had donated the money for new lab equipment, the new science textbooks, and even a trip to the national history museum. As Tommy drove to the school he turned up the radio as one of his favorite songs came on, he was a country man. Tommy parked in his spot at the school, made sure his tie was on straight, and then got out of his jeep. As he walked up to the school entrance he kept messing with his tie, it felt like it was choking him. Tommy pushed the double doors open and the first thing he saw was a gigantic picture of himself behind a podium. He shook his head as he mingled and waited until it was time to accept his award. While he was mingling he was on the look out for Jason, David, Ethan, Conner, Trent, and Kira. Luckily for him they were all sitting at one of the corner tables talking.

"Hey guys what's up?"

"You know we aren't all guys." Kira Ford countered as she hugged him

"Good point Kira."

"So how you been Dr O.?" Ethan asked as he shook hands with him

"Pretty good; bored, but good."

"So the great Tommy's finally retired?" Jason asked as he stood up and hugged his best friend.

"Afraid so, I just want a quiet normal life now."

"You, quiet and normal? I never thought I would see the day." Trent said as he shook hands with his former mentor.

"Very funny Trent, but no I like my life now. Don't get me wrong I miss all the action, but I like the quiet life now."

"Well as long as your happy bro, that's all we care about." David said as he looked up at his brother smiling.

"So Dr. O. staying out of trouble with the ladies?" Conner asked as he shook hands with his former teacher

"Conner." Kira said as she shook her head

"What he's not our teacher anymore I can ask him. So you go a lady yet."

"No Conner no lady, not even a possibility."

Before Conner could say anything else a man got up and said, "I want to thank you all for coming out tonight. Now if we could please have the Teacher of the Year come to the front so we can get this shindig started." Tommy smiled at his friends as he made his way to the podium to accept his reward. "Ah there he is." The man said as Tommy came up to the podium. Tommy shook hands with him as the man said, "It's my pleasure to present the Teacher of the Year award to Dr. Thomas Oliver." The man handed Tommy a small golden apple and a big check for five thousand dollars. He then moved out of the way so Tommy could speak. "Wow, I don't know what to say, this is such an honor. I want to thank the Reefside super for nominating me and to everyone who has supported me throughout my teaching years. Thank you for this honor, I couldn't think of a better way to reward those who give their lives to teaching. Thank you and have a pleasant evening." As Tommy finished his speech the crowed cheered and flashes went off as the photographers began to take pictures. After he had gotten off the stage Brain Wood, the super attendant, came up to him and said, "Dr. Oliver I would like to introduce you to Dr. Nick Sanders." The man who announced him came up and shook his outstretched hand. Nick was about as tall as Tommy was with pale skin, spiked blonde hair, and bright blue eyes.

"It's a pleasure to meet you Dr. Sanders."

"No the pleasure is all mine. Congratulations on the award."

"Thank you very much and thanks for the big party."

"Oh you don't have to thank me, actually my wife planned this."

"Really well she did an excellent job."

"Would you like to meet her?"

Nick turned around and beckoned his wife over. Tommy had to use all of his self control to keep his mouth shut as he watched Nick's wife walk over. Tommy could feel the anger inside him begin to rise as his wife took her dear time to get over here.

"Dr. Oliver I would like to introduce you to my wife Kimberly Sanders."


I got this idea from a movie I watched a while ago with my mom. Once I saw it the evil wheels in my imagination started to turn. Enjoy and please review :)