~Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Willing is not enough, we must do.~ Bruce lee

Chapter 1

For many years, April O'Neil had grew fond of the turtles that not only became her closest friends but loving members that she has considered as her brothers. Whilst standing underneath the hot steamy shower that covered her healthy and strongly toned body. She felt that, something was missing and needed to figure what it could to be exact.

Looking to her right over toward the mirror as she vaguely saw her reflection on the somewhat foggy glass as she rinsed her red hair, the room continued to fill and surround with hot steam. Exhaled softly then looked down to the shower taps and turned them off, until the water stopped running.

Stepping out from the shower enclosure and grasped the waiting clean towel that hung on the railing nearby and draped around her body, tying her wet hair away from the neck with a second towel then finally walked out of the bathroom and managed to enter her bedroom.

Few minutes later, while making herself some fresh herbal tea once she entered the kitchen after getting dressed in comfortable clothing and sat down by the table and noticed an advertisement in the local paper that, a newly founded training dojo was mentioned of been built in the local women's fitness gym.

This intrigued her interest and immediately she jumped to the chance, smiled as she finished her tea and slipped on her joggers then locked up before leaving the apartment. It wasn't long until she arrived to the facility and joined, applying for the membership. With at least three or more years of experience of fighting that she had learned from the turtles and master splinter with Casey. She was eager to learn something else even it was to broaden her knowledge in other self-defence category and become a better fighter in herself as she was dead set to reach her goal.

April was keen to make new friends, especially girlfriends as she needed it but will she find what she craves or will it fail? Nerves begun to surface, but took in a deep breathe then exhaled as she waited outside the entrance then finally the door opened. Entered in the gym and approached the registering desk.

"Hi, welcome to New York women's fitness club. We have a special going on right now for new members that you will have personal training, and your own member key to enter at any time you wish to train during and after hours." The fitness trainer greeted, handing the application to April with welcoming smile.

April smiled back and took the form, immediately filling it out and asked. "When do I get to start?"

Eager with anticipation, the fitness trainer requested April to join her in the room away from the fitness room where they could discuss further about the information and get her prepared for the first day of her training which will be the following day. One hour later, April stood up and shook the trainer's hand as she presented her gratitude and was over the moon to begin.

"Before you begin your training, Ms O'Neil. Would you like to see the gym facilities first and get a fair idea of what exactly you can use and attend so you can reach your goals."

April smiled, eagerly and more interested to know more as she wanted to begin as soon as possible. Looking around the gym as she was taken around and shown where and which will be suitable for her needs. "I think I am going to like it here, I will see you tomorrow?" looking to Debra, smiling.

Debra nodded, smiling back and replied. "Of course, would you like to begin with the boxing class tomorrow?"

April smiled more and nodded. "Sure, when does it begin?"

"10:30 am." Debra answered. April sighed then said quickly. "10:30 right?"

"That's right. Too early?"

"No not at all. I will be here. Can't wait to begin, see you tomorrow and it was pleasure meeting you."

"Likewise, Ms O'Neil."

Later that day, back at the apartment

Searching through her wardrobe for the duffel bag, that was left unused. Well, still in good condition to be exact. Dividing the clothes that hang in the wardrobe and a pleasing smile curled on her lips, reaching down to inspect the bag as she took it from within.

Placing it on the bed, inspected it thoroughly both outside and in. Removing the price tag that was attached and hurried to prepare for her first day of training. After April had packed in her change of clothes, two clean towels and bottle of water. Suddenly she realised that something was missing. Scratching her head, at first then quickly gasped.

"Oh crap!" she gasped, searching through the wardrobe once again. Creating a mess in the room, with multiple piles of clothing and shoes that were scattered and covered every inch of the room. Heavily sighed with disappointment, sitting back on her folded legs.

"Darn. I don't have one. Looks like I will have to find and buy one before beginning my first day tomorrow." April said, to herself as she stood up and quickly cleaned up the mess that had created and went to the nearest store.

"I hope I can find what I am looking for, otherwise I'd have to make one myself." Sighing softly, closing her eyes.

One hour later

Leaving the store with some material, drawstring and some clothing markers. Sighed disappointed that she wasn't able to find a specific bag that she wanted but never the least, found the materials needed to make one herself.

On her way home, never expected to bump into Raphael and Leonardo as they too were returning home.

"Raph, Leo." She happily called. Both brothers looked up to their friend with welcoming tired smiles. "Hey April."

"Shift work over?" April asked curiously. "For now, until we are called in for another stake out." Leonardo answered, unbuttoning his shirt to allow some breeze in and cool his plastron. Raphael had carried his jacket over his shoulder and had his shirt hanging open, which the upper and middle section of his plastron was exposed.

"So what is with the clothing stuff?" Raphael asked, curiously looking down to the bag. Leonardo said nothing as he waited to know just as curiously.

"Oh? This? Well, I am making my own change bag so I can begin in the women's gym tomorrow." April explained excitedly.

Received proud smiles and encouraging words, as Raphael said. "A women's gym eh? Sounds like fun." He chuckled, deviously. April chuckled then informed him quickly. "No men are allowed in the gym unless there is repairs expected to be done. No training with the women."

"Sounds good. Maybe this will be good for you, April. I understand it has been difficult not able to train with us lately, as we do know you enjoy the training and lessons but since." He paused and sighed softly, rubbing the back of his neck then continued. "Since, we are legally apart of society like any other new York citizen."

April remembered it as it were only yesterday. "That was a great day." April commented happily. "How about we get a drink before going home?" Raphael suggested, folding his arms. Leonardo and April nodded, agreeing.

"Sounds good." April answered, finally and joined her friends for a drink.