I DON'T OWN POWER RANGERS OR ANYTHING HAVING TO DO WITH THEM...HOWEVER ANY
CHARACTERS THAT DON'T LOOK FAMILIAR ARE DEFINATLY MINE!
ANYWAY...THIS STORY PICKS UP IMMEDIATELY AFTER "OH SISTER WHERE ART THOU."
YOU REALLY NEED TO READ THAT FIRST OR YOU'LL BE LOST
ENJOY!
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"When are we meeting them?" Taylor asked when she and Eric got back to his house. They had returned from Blue Bay Harbor a little while ago. Taylor changed out of her dress and into a pair of black pants and a tight fitting yellow sweater. Eric checked his messages and looked over to her.
"We don't have to go if you don't want to. I know you've had kind of a shitty day today, so if you don't want to-"
"No Eric. We told Wes we'd meet them for dinner, so we should go," she said sitting on the couch. Eric walked over and sat next to her. She leaned into him. "I'm sorry- I'm just so tired," she said. Eric saw the look in her eyes. She was upset and exhausted.
In one swift motion, he picked her up and brought her to his room. "Eric what the fuck are you doing?" she asked. She was plopped down on the bed.
"We don't have to be there for another hour or two, so you can sleep a little," he said. Taylor gave him a small smile.
"Thank you Eric," she said as her eyes drifted shut. Eric sat down next to her and ran his fingers through her hair. Her eyes opened a little. "Stay," she said. "That's an order." Eric smiled and climbed in next to her and pulled her to him.
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Two hours later saw Eric and Taylor walking to the Collins Mansion. Wes had planned a small evening for all of them to get together. Taylor held onto Eric's hand as they were brought inside to the large living room where Wes greeted them.
"It's so good to see you again Taylor!" he said as he hugged her. "How's your sister?" Taylor grinned.
"It's good to see you too Wes. Tori's fine," she said as he lead her to the couch. "Wes, I want to thank you for-"
Wes waved it off. "Don't worry about it Taylor. I would have paid for the whole year if that meant having Eric out of my hair for a few weeks," he said grinning at his best friend. Eric smirked at him and was about to reply when Jen came into the room.
"Taylor?" she asked. Taylor stood and looked at the Pink Time Force Ranger. She looked the same as she had the last time they had met, with the exception of a rather large pink diamond on her hand.
"Jen, it's so good to see you again!" Taylor said as they met for a hug. Wes and Eric stood back and watched as Jen lead Taylor away to show her the dresses. Wes saw the look in Eric's eyes as Taylor left his sight.
"Oh man- you got it bad," Wes said as he poured some drinks. Eric took his and smirked at Wes.
"I hate to admit it, but I think you're right." They went and sat.
"So when are you going to ask her?"
"Ask her what?"
"To marry you." Eric choked on his drink. "Don't tell me you haven't thought about it." Eric wiped his mouth and sighed.
"I have thought about it. . . since the day we left the Animarium. . . and every time I saw her after that," Eric said as he hung his head. Wes patted him on the back.
"You'll figure it out." Eric raised his head and took another swig of his drink.
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"Jen, they're beautiful," Taylor said as she looked at the champagne colored dresses. Jen smiled and took out one that was a little more yellow than the others.
"This one's yours." Taylor saw that it was more of a gold color and had no straps, like Jen's gown.
"You're sure you want me to do this?" Taylor asked. Jen nodded her head.
"Absolutely," she said smiling. "I think Eric's mouth will fall off when he sees you in this." Taylor's cheeks blushed.
"So, who are Dana and Kelsey? Eric told me they were in the wedding with Alyssa," Taylor said changing the subject. Jen smirked.
"They're other rangers that we met. . . so what's going on with you and Eric anyway?"
"I love him," Taylor said without thinking. Jen started laughing and Taylor turned back. "What?"
"It's about time you two got together," she said putting her arm around her. "Come on- they probably think we're trying to plot something against them."
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After a lovely evening, Taylor and Eric returned to Eric's house. Taylor immediately fell onto the bed. Eric grinned and changed into his boxers. "You going to sleep like that?" he asked.
"Can you get me my shirt- it's in my bag." Eric reached into the bag and pulled out the shirt and a small velvet box fell out. He paused and picked it up. Taylor grabbed his wrist. "Be careful with that," she said. Eric carefully handed it to her.
"What is it?" he asked sitting next to her. Taylor opened it and showed Eric the ring.
"It was my mother's when she married my father," she said softly. Eric leaned in closer.
"It's beautiful." Taylor turned to him and smiled.
"Yeah," was all she said as she closed the box. Carefully placing it on the side table, she changed into her shirt and settled into bed. Eric crawled in next to her and thought about what he wanted to do. His talk earlier with Wes had convinced him that he wanted Taylor for his wife.
He reached over to the table and took the box. Taylor stirred next to him and saw what he held. "Eric, what are you doing?" she asked sitting up. Eric took a deep breath and sat up as well. He took her hand in his and kissed it.
"I've thought about this for the past two years," he said opening the box. "I love you Taylor, more than anything else, and I want to be with you forever if you'll have me." Taylor was in shock as Eric took the ring out and placed it on the tip of her left ring finger. "Taylor Joanne Earhardt, will you marry me?"
Taylor's face was twisted in happiness, shock, and anger at the use of her full name- but it soon softened as she saw the look in his eyes. "Yes," she said smiling. Eric let out a deep breath he didn't know he was holding and slipped the ring on her finger. Taylor pulled him in for a heated kiss and felt him shudder as his arms gently went around her.
"I love you," he said as they parted. Taylor ran her fingers through his hair.
"I love you too Eric. . . so much," she said as they met for another exchange. This one however was more passionate and heated. Eric reached over for the light and they lay down as the darkness consumed them.
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Tori bolted upright in bed. "WHAT!" she yelled into her phone. It was the next day, and although it was mid afternoon, she and Blake were still in bed, enjoying their 'honeymoon.'
"I said I'm engaged," Taylor emphasized again. "Eric asked me last night and I said yes," she said looking over to Eric who was sitting at the kitchen table going over some paperwork.
"Oh my gosh Taylor! This is amazing! I'm so happy for you!" they continued to talk lightly for awhile longer before Taylor had to go meet with Jen and the other bridesmaids.
Later that day, Taylor couldn't help but beam. Alyssa couldn't believe that Taylor and Eric were finally engaged. "I knew it would happen!" she flinched slightly and Taylor looked at her concerned.
"You okay?" Taylor asked. Alyssa smiled and placed her hand on her swollen stomach.
"Yeah- he's just a little active today." Cole came up behind his wife and kissed her cheek.
"Did he kick?" he asked in fascination. Taylor watched her teammates as they sat, waiting for their first child to kick again. Cole's face lit up when he felt it at last. "He's strong."
"Like his dad," Alyssa said kissing him lightly. A honking horn brought them out of their revelry. They all turned to see a yellow HUMV pull up with four figures inside.
"Carter!" Cole said as he greeted his friend. Wes and Eric walked over and greeted their one-time teammate. Taylor watched as two young women and a taller man climbed out as well and greeted Eric and Wes. Alyssa and Taylor didn't know them, but Jen ushered them over.
"Dana! Kelsey! Ryan!" Jen said as she embraced them all. "Carter!" Eric walked over and stood beside Taylor while Cole went next to Alyssa. Jen stepped back to Wes and made introductions.
"Alyssa Evans, Taylor Earhardt," she said gesturing to them. "Carter and Dana Grayson, and Ryan and Kelsey Mitchell." They all greeted each other and set off for the afternoon.
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Two weeks past quickly, and the wedding of Wesley Collins and Jennifer Scotts was held. Taylor, Kelsey, Alyssa, and Dana were waiting inside the Collins house as the procession music began to play. Kelsey went out first, followed by Alyssa, then Dana, Taylor, and finally Jen. Their male counterparts stood in the large garden watching as their women walked towards them.
Eric and Taylor kept looking at each other as the ceremony progressed. Wes and Jen clasped hands as the minister went through the motions, until he came to the vows. As Jen spoke hers to Wes, Taylor looked directly at Eric. Their eyes locked as Wes said his back. Both gave small smiles, but then expanded them when Wes and Jen were pronounced.
The two Time Force Rangers met for a long, gentle kiss, and broke away smiling. They turned to the crowd and were greeted by cheers and applause from the many people that had arrived- people from the Silver guardians, BioLab, friends, and a few other former rangers that had joined them- Jason Scott and his wife Katherine, Andros Kaye and his wife Ashley, as well as Joel and Angela Rawlings.
Jen and Wes kissed once more and them made their way down the aisle. Taylor grinned at Eric as she took his arm and followed them, with the others followed behind.
A little while later at the reception, the bride and groom were doing their rounds about the hall while everyone else was sitting around talking.
"I wish the others were able to make it," Cole said looking around. Max and Danny were still out touring the world, and Merrick was nowhere to be found. Chad on the other hand was working at Sea World again.
"I hope they make it back for yours," Dana said to Taylor. They all had grown to know each other over the past week- talking about their duties as rangers and what not.
Eric grabbed Taylor around her waist. "I hope so too," she said smiling. Wes and Jen came back to the table then.
"Come on- let's dance. It's tradition after all," Jen said reaching out for Taylor's hand. Reluctantly she got up, dragging Eric along with her. Soon several people were out on the floor as soft music began to play.
"You clean up nice," Taylor said as Eric pulled her to him. In actuality, she thought he looked amazing his a tuxedo. He grinned and gave her a 'once over.'
"Why thank you Lieutenant," he said. "You look incredible," he whispered sending a shiver down her spine. He kissed her neck softly and turned to face her.
"Are we going to have to invite all these people to our wedding too?" she asked. Eric looked around.
"Probably. I mean they are my bosses and coworkers. It wouldn't be very nice if the commander didn't invite his squadron." Taylor closed her eyes. "What? You alright?" he asked. Taylor opened her eyes again.
"Yeah- I'm just thinking about my squad. I have to get back. . . the sooner I go, the sooner I can come home," she said looking directly into his eyes. He gave her a small smile and felt her head rest on his shoulder.
They continued to sway to the music until it was time to go. After saying their farewells, they headed home.
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Taylor woke up the next day and felt Eric's body lying on top of hers. She smiled slightly and shifted her weight so he was next to her. She turned and looked at his bare skin peeking out from under the cover. A small hand came up and traced his face. She had to get back to the base as soon as possible. She knew that once there, she could get back here- to him. She kissed his cheek and got ready for the day.
"Taylor?" Eric asked sleepily as he saw Taylor walking around in her fatigues. "What are you doing?" Taylor sat next to him.
"I was just getting ready. I thought that once you got up we could head out." They had talked about her leaving last night, but he didn't want her to leave just yet. Taylor saw his look and kissed him. "The sooner I go, the sooner I can come home."
Eric touched her face and smiled. "There's no way of changing your mind is there?" Taylor shook her head 'no.' Sighing, Eric got up and dressed.
Later that day, Eric drove back to the Air Force base. He stopped a little away from the gate and pulled Taylor into a tight hug and kiss. Both had tears in their eyes as they pulled away. Taylor slipped her dog tags on and kissed him one last time.
"I love you,' she said.
"Love you too," he replied. Taylor got out of the car and grabbed her duffel. Eric watched as she entered the gates and was escorted away from his sight.
ANYWAY...THIS STORY PICKS UP IMMEDIATELY AFTER "OH SISTER WHERE ART THOU."
YOU REALLY NEED TO READ THAT FIRST OR YOU'LL BE LOST
ENJOY!
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"When are we meeting them?" Taylor asked when she and Eric got back to his house. They had returned from Blue Bay Harbor a little while ago. Taylor changed out of her dress and into a pair of black pants and a tight fitting yellow sweater. Eric checked his messages and looked over to her.
"We don't have to go if you don't want to. I know you've had kind of a shitty day today, so if you don't want to-"
"No Eric. We told Wes we'd meet them for dinner, so we should go," she said sitting on the couch. Eric walked over and sat next to her. She leaned into him. "I'm sorry- I'm just so tired," she said. Eric saw the look in her eyes. She was upset and exhausted.
In one swift motion, he picked her up and brought her to his room. "Eric what the fuck are you doing?" she asked. She was plopped down on the bed.
"We don't have to be there for another hour or two, so you can sleep a little," he said. Taylor gave him a small smile.
"Thank you Eric," she said as her eyes drifted shut. Eric sat down next to her and ran his fingers through her hair. Her eyes opened a little. "Stay," she said. "That's an order." Eric smiled and climbed in next to her and pulled her to him.
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Two hours later saw Eric and Taylor walking to the Collins Mansion. Wes had planned a small evening for all of them to get together. Taylor held onto Eric's hand as they were brought inside to the large living room where Wes greeted them.
"It's so good to see you again Taylor!" he said as he hugged her. "How's your sister?" Taylor grinned.
"It's good to see you too Wes. Tori's fine," she said as he lead her to the couch. "Wes, I want to thank you for-"
Wes waved it off. "Don't worry about it Taylor. I would have paid for the whole year if that meant having Eric out of my hair for a few weeks," he said grinning at his best friend. Eric smirked at him and was about to reply when Jen came into the room.
"Taylor?" she asked. Taylor stood and looked at the Pink Time Force Ranger. She looked the same as she had the last time they had met, with the exception of a rather large pink diamond on her hand.
"Jen, it's so good to see you again!" Taylor said as they met for a hug. Wes and Eric stood back and watched as Jen lead Taylor away to show her the dresses. Wes saw the look in Eric's eyes as Taylor left his sight.
"Oh man- you got it bad," Wes said as he poured some drinks. Eric took his and smirked at Wes.
"I hate to admit it, but I think you're right." They went and sat.
"So when are you going to ask her?"
"Ask her what?"
"To marry you." Eric choked on his drink. "Don't tell me you haven't thought about it." Eric wiped his mouth and sighed.
"I have thought about it. . . since the day we left the Animarium. . . and every time I saw her after that," Eric said as he hung his head. Wes patted him on the back.
"You'll figure it out." Eric raised his head and took another swig of his drink.
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"Jen, they're beautiful," Taylor said as she looked at the champagne colored dresses. Jen smiled and took out one that was a little more yellow than the others.
"This one's yours." Taylor saw that it was more of a gold color and had no straps, like Jen's gown.
"You're sure you want me to do this?" Taylor asked. Jen nodded her head.
"Absolutely," she said smiling. "I think Eric's mouth will fall off when he sees you in this." Taylor's cheeks blushed.
"So, who are Dana and Kelsey? Eric told me they were in the wedding with Alyssa," Taylor said changing the subject. Jen smirked.
"They're other rangers that we met. . . so what's going on with you and Eric anyway?"
"I love him," Taylor said without thinking. Jen started laughing and Taylor turned back. "What?"
"It's about time you two got together," she said putting her arm around her. "Come on- they probably think we're trying to plot something against them."
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After a lovely evening, Taylor and Eric returned to Eric's house. Taylor immediately fell onto the bed. Eric grinned and changed into his boxers. "You going to sleep like that?" he asked.
"Can you get me my shirt- it's in my bag." Eric reached into the bag and pulled out the shirt and a small velvet box fell out. He paused and picked it up. Taylor grabbed his wrist. "Be careful with that," she said. Eric carefully handed it to her.
"What is it?" he asked sitting next to her. Taylor opened it and showed Eric the ring.
"It was my mother's when she married my father," she said softly. Eric leaned in closer.
"It's beautiful." Taylor turned to him and smiled.
"Yeah," was all she said as she closed the box. Carefully placing it on the side table, she changed into her shirt and settled into bed. Eric crawled in next to her and thought about what he wanted to do. His talk earlier with Wes had convinced him that he wanted Taylor for his wife.
He reached over to the table and took the box. Taylor stirred next to him and saw what he held. "Eric, what are you doing?" she asked sitting up. Eric took a deep breath and sat up as well. He took her hand in his and kissed it.
"I've thought about this for the past two years," he said opening the box. "I love you Taylor, more than anything else, and I want to be with you forever if you'll have me." Taylor was in shock as Eric took the ring out and placed it on the tip of her left ring finger. "Taylor Joanne Earhardt, will you marry me?"
Taylor's face was twisted in happiness, shock, and anger at the use of her full name- but it soon softened as she saw the look in his eyes. "Yes," she said smiling. Eric let out a deep breath he didn't know he was holding and slipped the ring on her finger. Taylor pulled him in for a heated kiss and felt him shudder as his arms gently went around her.
"I love you," he said as they parted. Taylor ran her fingers through his hair.
"I love you too Eric. . . so much," she said as they met for another exchange. This one however was more passionate and heated. Eric reached over for the light and they lay down as the darkness consumed them.
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Tori bolted upright in bed. "WHAT!" she yelled into her phone. It was the next day, and although it was mid afternoon, she and Blake were still in bed, enjoying their 'honeymoon.'
"I said I'm engaged," Taylor emphasized again. "Eric asked me last night and I said yes," she said looking over to Eric who was sitting at the kitchen table going over some paperwork.
"Oh my gosh Taylor! This is amazing! I'm so happy for you!" they continued to talk lightly for awhile longer before Taylor had to go meet with Jen and the other bridesmaids.
Later that day, Taylor couldn't help but beam. Alyssa couldn't believe that Taylor and Eric were finally engaged. "I knew it would happen!" she flinched slightly and Taylor looked at her concerned.
"You okay?" Taylor asked. Alyssa smiled and placed her hand on her swollen stomach.
"Yeah- he's just a little active today." Cole came up behind his wife and kissed her cheek.
"Did he kick?" he asked in fascination. Taylor watched her teammates as they sat, waiting for their first child to kick again. Cole's face lit up when he felt it at last. "He's strong."
"Like his dad," Alyssa said kissing him lightly. A honking horn brought them out of their revelry. They all turned to see a yellow HUMV pull up with four figures inside.
"Carter!" Cole said as he greeted his friend. Wes and Eric walked over and greeted their one-time teammate. Taylor watched as two young women and a taller man climbed out as well and greeted Eric and Wes. Alyssa and Taylor didn't know them, but Jen ushered them over.
"Dana! Kelsey! Ryan!" Jen said as she embraced them all. "Carter!" Eric walked over and stood beside Taylor while Cole went next to Alyssa. Jen stepped back to Wes and made introductions.
"Alyssa Evans, Taylor Earhardt," she said gesturing to them. "Carter and Dana Grayson, and Ryan and Kelsey Mitchell." They all greeted each other and set off for the afternoon.
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Two weeks past quickly, and the wedding of Wesley Collins and Jennifer Scotts was held. Taylor, Kelsey, Alyssa, and Dana were waiting inside the Collins house as the procession music began to play. Kelsey went out first, followed by Alyssa, then Dana, Taylor, and finally Jen. Their male counterparts stood in the large garden watching as their women walked towards them.
Eric and Taylor kept looking at each other as the ceremony progressed. Wes and Jen clasped hands as the minister went through the motions, until he came to the vows. As Jen spoke hers to Wes, Taylor looked directly at Eric. Their eyes locked as Wes said his back. Both gave small smiles, but then expanded them when Wes and Jen were pronounced.
The two Time Force Rangers met for a long, gentle kiss, and broke away smiling. They turned to the crowd and were greeted by cheers and applause from the many people that had arrived- people from the Silver guardians, BioLab, friends, and a few other former rangers that had joined them- Jason Scott and his wife Katherine, Andros Kaye and his wife Ashley, as well as Joel and Angela Rawlings.
Jen and Wes kissed once more and them made their way down the aisle. Taylor grinned at Eric as she took his arm and followed them, with the others followed behind.
A little while later at the reception, the bride and groom were doing their rounds about the hall while everyone else was sitting around talking.
"I wish the others were able to make it," Cole said looking around. Max and Danny were still out touring the world, and Merrick was nowhere to be found. Chad on the other hand was working at Sea World again.
"I hope they make it back for yours," Dana said to Taylor. They all had grown to know each other over the past week- talking about their duties as rangers and what not.
Eric grabbed Taylor around her waist. "I hope so too," she said smiling. Wes and Jen came back to the table then.
"Come on- let's dance. It's tradition after all," Jen said reaching out for Taylor's hand. Reluctantly she got up, dragging Eric along with her. Soon several people were out on the floor as soft music began to play.
"You clean up nice," Taylor said as Eric pulled her to him. In actuality, she thought he looked amazing his a tuxedo. He grinned and gave her a 'once over.'
"Why thank you Lieutenant," he said. "You look incredible," he whispered sending a shiver down her spine. He kissed her neck softly and turned to face her.
"Are we going to have to invite all these people to our wedding too?" she asked. Eric looked around.
"Probably. I mean they are my bosses and coworkers. It wouldn't be very nice if the commander didn't invite his squadron." Taylor closed her eyes. "What? You alright?" he asked. Taylor opened her eyes again.
"Yeah- I'm just thinking about my squad. I have to get back. . . the sooner I go, the sooner I can come home," she said looking directly into his eyes. He gave her a small smile and felt her head rest on his shoulder.
They continued to sway to the music until it was time to go. After saying their farewells, they headed home.
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Taylor woke up the next day and felt Eric's body lying on top of hers. She smiled slightly and shifted her weight so he was next to her. She turned and looked at his bare skin peeking out from under the cover. A small hand came up and traced his face. She had to get back to the base as soon as possible. She knew that once there, she could get back here- to him. She kissed his cheek and got ready for the day.
"Taylor?" Eric asked sleepily as he saw Taylor walking around in her fatigues. "What are you doing?" Taylor sat next to him.
"I was just getting ready. I thought that once you got up we could head out." They had talked about her leaving last night, but he didn't want her to leave just yet. Taylor saw his look and kissed him. "The sooner I go, the sooner I can come home."
Eric touched her face and smiled. "There's no way of changing your mind is there?" Taylor shook her head 'no.' Sighing, Eric got up and dressed.
Later that day, Eric drove back to the Air Force base. He stopped a little away from the gate and pulled Taylor into a tight hug and kiss. Both had tears in their eyes as they pulled away. Taylor slipped her dog tags on and kissed him one last time.
"I love you,' she said.
"Love you too," he replied. Taylor got out of the car and grabbed her duffel. Eric watched as she entered the gates and was escorted away from his sight.