A/n: As you can probably tell based on the description, the inspiration of this "what if" scenario dates back to the original plans had Cassie's actress took over Kendrix's role as the Pink Ranger in Power Rangers Lost Galaxy. What would have happened if Cassie left her previous teammates to protect Terra Venture with the Galaxy Rangers? I haven't wrote a story on here for awhile so I'm crossing my fingers and hoping it delivers. In the meantime enjoy.
The Power of Pink: Alternate Cut
1.1
Sacrifice
A storm barrier trembled heavily over on the lifeless planet of Rashion. Psycho Pink had plunged the weapon onto Cassie's Astro Morpher, a device used to transform into the Pink Space Ranger. The Savage Sword's power absorbed an increasingly amount of energy from her morpher. Severely wounded from Psycho Pink's attack, Cassie Chan crouched towards Kendrix currently morphed in her Pink Galaxy costume.
"I've got to do something. It's the only way to save Cassie!" Kendrix exclaimed. The fate of the entire space colony stood hanging in the balance. Behind her visor, she closed her eyes with awareness of the danger looming ahead. Kendrix glanced over at Cassie for the final time as she pulled out her Quasar Saber. Without regards to her well being, the Pink Galaxy Ranger charged full steam at the barrier enduring every ounce of pain on her body. A pair of tear drops dampened from Cassie's eyes as she watched in awe.
"Kendrix, get out of there!" She shouted in despair. Meanwhile, the rest of the Power Rangers hurried to the scene noticing the two Pink Rangers at the site of the energy barrier. The Galaxy team followed suit insisting their teammate not to do the unthinkable.
Using her Quasar Saber, Kendrix swung her saber destroying the Savage Sword responsible for the storm barrier. A massive blast erupted sending debris flying over on the Power Rangers. With the barrier dispelled, the rangers opened their eyes as they saw the lifeless body of Kendrix Morgan lying on the ground.
"Kendrix," cried Maya tears flowing down her cheeks. She approached over to her best friend grabbing the Pink Ranger's wrist while checking her pulse. Maya could feel the cold paled skin of her body. Her heart sunk with sorrow having to witness her best friend sacrifice herself not only to save the rangers, but the entire universe as well. The Space and Galaxy Rangers expressed Maya's sympathy comforting one another in this time of crisis.
As they continued to mourn, a figure containing Kendrix's spirit appeared while confronting the nine Power Rangers.
"Guys, I'm fine. No matter what happens I'll always be here." Those words struck the two teams by the heart. The rangers had fought through a number of battles having triumphed over Evil in their obstacle. Rarely have they witnessed a teammate risked their life to protect another. Following her sentence, the nine Power Rangers brought their undivided attention on the now deceased Pink Galaxy Ranger.
"Kendrix, wait. Not only did you saved the space colony but you sacrificed yourself to save a friend," Leo chimed in. "What you did back there took a lot of guts. All I wanted is to say is 'thanks'."
"I appreciate the compliment Leo. Sometimes we have to take risks no matter how scary it would turn out. I was aware that jeopardized my own well being, and I don't have any regrets doing what I did," Kendrix explained.
"What's going to happen to you?" Cassie asked her.
"Don't worry about me," she said as she turned towards the Galaxy Rangers. "We've gone through so much in the last several months as a team, and I don't want to let my sacrifice to be in vein. You continue to protect Terra Venture in search for the new world. For now, bury my corpse someplace where I can safely rest in peace."
Maya stepped forth in response to Kendrix's comment. "No, you can't be gone. I mean this has all got to be a dream. I've lost my villagers and Mirinoi. There is no way I'm losing you Kendrix." The Yellow Ranger's eyes dampened like a downpour of acid rain damaging her skin. She could feel her heart sinking with sorrow over the loss of her best friend. Leo, Kai, and Damon felt her sympathy inheriting through their emotions in times of mourning. The four Galaxy Rangers hugged in unison having to cope with their situation at hand.
Cassie bent down to retrieve the remains of her damaged Astro Morpher. She glanced at it briefly before looking up at Kendrix's spirit. For a moment, Kendrix lent out her arms summoning the Pink Quasar Saber as it landed in front of her hands.
"Cassie, before I leave I would like for you to have this. Even though your morpher is damaged beyond repair, you could continue to accomplish good deeds by carrying the tradition as the new Pink Galaxy Power Ranger. You've entrusted these powers once before, and I believe you can continue to make a difference and making the universe a better place," Kendrix's words struck with heartfelt emotion.
"Kendrix, I don't know," Cassie's eyes gazed at the ancient weapon. She turned her attention towards the Space Rangers to whom she has been aligning with for some time. Up to this point, she had spent the two years searching for the late Zordon, an ancient sorcerer from Eltar. From traveling across the universe, encountering adversaries who opposed the rangers, to eradicating the United Alliance of Evil in their battle on Earth, she had been given an offer to be the recipient of the Pink Quasar Saber.
"Please take care of the Quasar Saber. When there comes a time that the owner cannot carry on, we must pass the torch over to the next person in line. The world needs another hero and rest assured I know you can succeed," said Kendrix.
"Cassie, this is a honorable favor of her to do this. She may be gone but you could still continue to pick up where she left off," Andros encouraged her.
"Look don't get me wrong. I mean, there's no denying and all but it's just that I don't know if I can do you justice." Cassie remained reluctant despite Kendrix's encouragement to pass on her powers. Cassie tried to figure out the words to summarize such a privilege.
Leo placed his hand on the Pink Ranger's shoulder. "If I was in your shoes, I would go for it. Kendrix risked her life not just so she could protect your powers, but in favor of your well being. Remember when you helped us fend off the Psycho Rangers, you stated that we could use a little help? We would appreciate if you exchanged the favor by doing the same for us," the Red Galaxy Ranger encouraged.
As the Power Rangers looked onward in awe, Cassie took a moment to reflect on this decision. It hadn't been the first time a Power Ranger had passed the torch over to her. From her tenure as the Turbo Power Ranger to being the recipient representing the Space Rangers, Cassie trusted her gut instinct not to decline such an offer. When it all boils down, she made an anticipated decision of a lifetime.
"Well, I gave it some thought and I just wanted to say that I've made my decision. I wish to continue my duty as a Power Ranger and help your teammates protect Terra Venture," Cassie concluded.
Following her statement, Kendrix included the Pink Transmorpher, a wrist mounted device strapped around Cassie's wrist; this replaced her Astro Morpher having been destroyed at the hands of Psycho Pink.
"I'll be fine you guys. Don't let my death cloud your confidence. Until then I'll always remember you." With a tearful smile, Kendrix's spirit evaporated into the air ascending above Rashion. The Power Rangers glimpsed at the velvet sky as they saw their teammate ascend into the afterlife. As the newest Pink Galaxy Ranger, Cassie gazed at the weaponry object reminding her of a companion who fought valiantly to the bitter end.
"I won't let you down Kendrix," she mumbled.
