Summary:
What if Zach, Trini and Jason had never left?
What if Kim had never left?
What if they had defeated Lord Zedd and Rita Repulsa?
What if by defeating them they closed the portal to evil like that, or opened a new one?
What if in doing so Zordon decided not to leave Earth and his family, the Rangers?
Chapter One
Angel Grove Park
She felt herself springing out of control as she was kicked out of the way by Lord Zedd's disgusting putties. Having no clue as to why she was even in the park alone was another thing. She stood fast, kicking out at a putty, knocking him out of the battle. She sure wished that she'd get lucky enough to have one of her friends show up, unexpectedly.
Unknown to the pink dressed female, there was a young green and white clad young man hiding in the bushes, watching her struggle. He was amused as he watched her take on and beat one and then another of the clay brain creatures. Oh he'd step in and help her if he saw that she needed it, but currently she was fighting them better then he. Of course Zedd was ruthless towards him, trying to get at him for betraying Rita Repulsa, his wife.
Command Center
"Ay, Ay, Ay Zordon, the Pink Ranger needs help." Alpha 5 cried to his fearless leader. He was frantically watching the view globe as Kimberly's battle raged against the putties.
"Have faith in her." Zordon soothed, he knew without a doubt that his pink warrior could do it. She had the inner strength that had been the reason for being called on by him. Time and time again Kimberly had proved her strength, revealing what most would not know about the petite gymnast. "Besides if you rotate your viewing globe to the left you can see a familiar figure hiding out in the bushes.
Alpha's head shook as he watched the viewing globe.
Angel Grove Gym and Juice Bar
Jason stood in fighting stance, showing his martial arts students the way to protect against multiple opponents. He was beginning to worry about Tommy, who had not shown up for the shared beginner class. Though Tommy was generally late, he never actually missed a class. The young students were soon on their way from the hang out spot, Jason heading over to his friends; Billy, Zack and Trini. "Has anyone seen Tommy? I don't think he's ever missed a class before."
"No I thought he was here somewhere." Trini glanced around the place as she spoke.
Billy spoke up softly, "Maybe we should contact Zordon. I haven't seen Kim either and she's usually in here practicing on the beam." Zack nodded in agreement with Billy's statement. If Kim and Tommy were going to be out together one or the other of their friends knew. As if by a thread the four friends headed outside of the building and stepped into a back lot.
"Zordon, come in," Jason spoke into his communicator.
"Yes Jason," the wizened mentor responded.
"Where's Tommy and Kimberly, we are concerned about them." Billy spoke up.
"Kimberly was attacked in the park by putties. She was able to defeat them but while fighting them, Tommy saw her and was hiding in the bushes watching to see if she'd need any help. She does not know he is there and they are on their way, separately to the Angel Grove Gym and Juice Bar." Zordon told the rangers.
Billy glanced at the others. What was going on? Zedd, sending putties on one of the Rangers was highly unlike her on, unless she was after that specific Ranger. "Let's go back to your table." Trini suggested. With a agreeable nod from the others they stepped back inside.
Angel Grove Park
Kimberly had found herself at a familiar spot. The battle with the putties, over she allowed herself to sit down and relax, enjoying the sounds of the water as it gently lapped against the rocks. She still could not believe she had turned down the Pan Globals for the people who were closest to her heart; the Power Rangers. In her thoughts she considered each member and their meaning to her.
She thought about the Blue Ranger, Billy, the smart genius guy who was also sensitive enough to listen to a problem. He had change over the time they'd known each other though, now he wore contacts and had actually combed his hair. The Red Ranger, Jason, was like a brother to her, he wanted to protect her, though she knew she could stand on her own. They weren't even that different of an age between them. Then there was Trini, the Yellow Ranger and her childhood friend. They had met back in first grade and had been friends ever since. Zack, the Black Ranger was funny but important to all of them, knowing when to crack a joke when they needed a laugh. Lastly, the White Ranger came to her mind. That White Ranger was the most confusing part of her life. He had encouraged her to go to Florida originally, but only she had made the decision to stay. She'd spent countless hours alone at the command center talking to Zordon, getting advice, and watching Tommy on the Viewing Globe to see what his thoughts really were about her leaving. This activity alone had helped her decide what to do.
As she drifted through her mind, soft footsteps caught her by surprise. A jump forward, landed her in the water. The person behind her, jumped in after her, scaring her into swimming away as she hadn't looked at them yet. "Kim!" The familiar voice hollered after her, causing her to stop, mid stroke. Turning the water she gasped, laughing as she swam back.
"Tommy!" She lightly punched him. "How could you scare me like that!" The statement was definitely.
"Sorry, Kim, but I saw your fight with the putties and I came to see if you were alright?" He climbed out of the water, his hand already reaching to help pull her out.
Once out of the swimming hole, she fell against him. "I was scared but there weren't as many of them as usual. When the battle was over I was planning to head to the gym but I stopped here for a moment to collect myself and well here I am." She looked down at her wet clothes then back to Tommy. Good thing she'd worn a pink shirt today and black shorts, and not white.
"Well we can walk to gym; we'll both dry out by then." He gave her a kiss on the forehead. She smiled at him and nodded. It was the best thing to do, she figured. As they were walking hand in hand, Tommy's communicator beeped. Checking for people the couple, dashed behind some bushes where Tommy could speak. "This is Tommy."
"Tommy, where are you?" Zack's voice piqued over the system.
"I'm with Kimberly, on our way to the gym."
"Alright, we'll wait here, Jason was really worried there for a bit but Zordon told us what was up."
Off the communicator the shared look between Kim and Tommy suggested they both knew Jason was looking out for his brother and sister. "Guess we'd better hurry up." Kim mentioned, and as one the couple walked off in the general direction of the gym.
"Well we can walk to gym; we'll both dry out by then." He gave her a kiss on the forehead, which pulled out a smile from her. Taking her hand, Tommy lead the way towards the gym. They didn't get far however, when a familiar beat caught their attention. A quick glance revealed that no one else was around allowing them the freedom to answer the page. "Tommy here."
"Where are you?" Zack's voice came over the static.
"At the part, with Kim, on our way there. We'll tell you what happened when we get there."
"Gotcha."
Tommy glanced at Kimberly, and shrugged his shoulders. "Guess we'd better hurry up. Zack sounded upset or something." Kim grabbed his hand again and they set off once more towards the gym.
A/N: I realize that this is short but I am almost done with chapter two, and I couldn't have both chapters together. If you like please let me know! I worked very hard on this.
Disclaimer: I don't own the Power Rangers, though I wish I did. If I did Kimberly never would've left, and there would've been a way to form three more rangers, instead of just six.