The Lost Child of Zordon Chapter 4: Questions and Truths, a power rangers fanfic

I am so sorry for leaving you all hanging! I know that was the longest gap you all have witnessed! No the story isn't dead. This chapter was gruelling to write, as I'm following the series, in an AU fashion, a lot had to be thrown in. I did throw in some action, but it's over ruled by the drama and emotions I pray I hit right! Description-Dialogue Ratio is a little crappy again! I greatly aplogise!

I must warn you all, the time gaps are huge! And I'm sorry if I missed any spelling errors, grammar etc. I will return to fix them!

Next, I threw in my own theory about the Phantom Ranger I made reference to. So I'm completely dismissing the 'Tommy or Billy Is the Phantom Ranger' Theory. This is to suit the storyline. Therefore; the unidentified Phantom Ranger is Kimberly's cousin; he will be another unnamed OC. I've been taking careful consideration with this chapter as it is now; half way before the story ends. Sad? I'm sorry! I may consider a sequel, but I don't know. Too early!

Disclaimer: I do not own the following two songs used: 1) The Only Exception - Paramore and 2) Can You Hold Me - NF ft. Britt Nicole.

Enjoy Chapter 3!

"Everyone suffers at least one bad betrayal in their lifetime.

It's what unites us.

The trick is not to let it destroy your trust in others when that happens.

Don't let them take that from you."

- Sherrilyn Kenyon

Chapter 3: Questions and Truths

Five Months Later…

15:00…

Tuesday…

16th January 1994…

Canon: Pre-Song of Guitaro

(Scene: Command Centre, Desert, Unknown Location, Earth/No POV)

Zordon watched his children through the Viewing Globe. A few months into their service as Power Rangers, the teenagers have found their way into his heart; he sees them as his children, both in a literal and metaphorical sense. The literal meaning is Kara… or Kimberly. The thought of her was already in his heart, mind and soul; he had been praying to The Great Power that their lives would intertwine at some point in time. His prayers were answered and it came in the form that Rita was freed from her Space Dumpster after he sealed her away for ten thousand years and he had to choose five teenagers with attitude.

He has still kept the secret from his daughter, that the one who entrusted the power is her real father. Zordon has even made contact with his wife, telling her that he has found their daughter. Aria wanted to make the journey to Earth, but he advised her against such idea and she is needed on Eltar. On top of that; Aria could not speak English, so there was already a language barrier. There is a difference for Kimberly to being able to read; what was meant to be her language of origin; to actually speaking it. That did lead to a typical husband-wife argument involving a lot insulting Eltarian slurs. By The Power! Aria called him Brainless Falcon who couldn't master his Ninjetti Powers at first! At one point, Zordon recalled attempting to master the Ninja Streak; a powerful burst of Super Speed and he ended up running into Dulcea full force! Zordon swears he can still feel the bruise on his head after getting a whack from Dulcea's whistling sticks. It was not a proud moment for him, so he thanks The Power he became Grand Sage after it! Ninjor did enjoy teasing him about that time.

After listing many valid points, Aria conceded to stay on Eltar; primarily due to the language barrier, but she demanded her husband to tell Kar… Kimberly the truth before the explosion grows too large. Plus, Zordon is dealing with a Pink Ranger. They are the heart of the team, a shoulder to lean on; they know all their friends strengths and weaknesses. The Pink Ranger is slow to anger, but when they go off… you better have your legacy planned out in advance. When angered the Pink Ranger will make Lord Zedd's temper laughable. Zordon personally knows from experience, he foolishly ticked off Aria and the rest is history. Of course his wife was pregnant with Kara, so hormones were a factor too.

Eltarians are similar in anatomy to the humans of Earth, the only difference is they can access to at least fifteen percent of their brain, while humans only access about ten percent. Humans are wonderful at critical thinking, but their knowledge is limited, so they constantly learn. Eltarians have that edge with more processing power and it allows them to read spells, only in a select few; not all. Zordon was one of the lucky few. His people's musculoskeletal anatomy is slightly denser and stronger than humans too; it explains how they are able to take blows that could kill or render a human in a comatose. It's why his daughter was able to survive such strikes when unmorphed and the fact she is excelling in school. It's no wonder Zordon finds Kimberly falling asleep or looking bored in her classes; the humans 'primitive' education curriculum is not enough to challenge the mind of an Eltarian. In a way, her teachers would just see it as: a student with a very high IQ or just simply a rare student with Photographic Memory. She would make a wonderful Historian, even on Eltar.

What caught his eye was the budding romance between her and Tommy Oliver; the former evil Green Ranger. When Zordon noticed this, his eyes zeroed in on Tommy; he was planning on dating HIS daughter! He can't be blamed for his fatherly instincts to kick in and if Tommy thinks gaining his approval is a piece of work, try Kimberly's biological mother! Let alone her older cousin who training to be the Phantom Ranger! Well… at the moment it is trying to harness the power of the Ruby. That is the next big difference between humans and Eltarians. Eltarians age rate is slightly slower than humans, physically anyways, but you wouldn't even know the difference! That's how close humans and Eltarians are.

At the moment, Tommy and Kimberly are dancing around each other. Zordon noticed his daughter is pulling back and he knew why. The couple Aria left their daughter was a good choice, that was then, but humans are a complicated species and now they separated. Such actions would be frowned upon on Eltar! It broke his heart to see Kimberly torn between her love for both her adoptive mother and father. After Tommy was freed, Kimberly came to visit him every now and then. She finally gained the courage to open up about her childhood. Aria would feel so disappointed and saddened at the hardship her daughter is going through; but Kimberly adamantly said that it made her stronger in the end. Zordon was proud of that, that Kimberly didn't let her tough childhood get the better of her. He was proud of her friends that they helped her through such hardship and she wasn't alone. They were the proper family.

Up till now, it took till Christmas for Tommy and Kimberly to admit their feelings for each other. Who would have thought? A human and an Eltarian have found love? Zordon was being merciful at the moment; he hasn't contacted Tommy to come to the Command Centre to have a talk between father and suitor. Aria would want a few words with him too. The intergalactic being must say that Kimberly chose well, Tommy is a handsome young man and would make many of the Eltarian men jealous. His only worry would The Council allow such union between two different races? Zordon barely got away with marrying Aria as she was Phaedosian. He would have a fight on his hands with the Elders of the Council, but whatever makes his daughter happy; Aria and him would do everything they can. If Zordon was ever to bring Kimberly to her real home Eltar; she would be very uncomfortable among the nobles. The Council may not even accept the union of an Earthling and Eltarian. Although, Kim is quite open-minded, humans live among the concept of free speech; so his daughter would definitely speak out against the strict code.

However… he regrettably lied to Kimberly saying her mother is dead; died during the battle for Eltar. It was known around the Galaxy as the Siege of Eltar, which ultimately failed. It's going to complicate a lot of things, but Kimberly isn't ready for the truth still!

"Zordon?" Alpha's voice broke Zordon out of his thoughts,

"Hm?",

"Are you going to tell Kimberly? If you don't, she'll find out on her own!" Warned Alpha "And I really don't want to see an enraged Pink Ranger!" Alpha was created by Lexion on the planet of Edenoi; who aided in the war. He and Alpha became fast friends and Lexion let Alpha leave with Zordon back to Eltar. He witnessed the birth of Kara, but during the pregnancy, Aria still had her Crane Powers, so it slightly accelerated the progression of the birth. He did not enjoy Aria's mood swings and outrages. She even yelled at the poor automaton! He was thankful that Zordon and Aria agreed to having one child at the moment.

"I understand Alpha, I really do. However Kimberly has lived her life on Earth, this is something I can not throw on her so lightly." He said, in a genuine worried tone. The tone of a father who missed out on fourteen years of his missing daughter's life.

"Please promise me you will tell her when the time is right. She may take it better hearing it from you, rather than an outside source.",

"I promise Alpha, my dear friend. I will tell her when the time is right." Zordon vowed.

For the moment, all he can do is just watch over his children and decide when is the right time to tell Kimberly the truth of her past.

Three Days Later…

15:40…

Friday…

19th January 1994…

Canon: Song of Guitaro

(Scene: Angel Grove Park, Angel Grove, Earth/Kimberly's POV)

Whoa! The last several weeks were quite a rush! Rita struck a new low against us by creating a candle; a Green Candle to drain Tommy's powers. It was a race against time to recover the candle before it melted completely. Tommy and Jason attempted to get the candle, but fate had different ideas. Now Tommy has to use had to use his powers sparingly, we only called him if needed be. For a brief period of time, Jason was using Tommy's powers because Zordon found a loophole in the draining process. If Tommy transferred his powers to another person before the candle melted, the Green Ranger powers won't return to Rita. The plan worked, but Tommy was no longer a Ranger. I felt sorry for him.

Just before AGHS annual Christmas Dance, Tommy asked me to be his date! He took me out by the lakeside and asked. We also finally admitted our feelings for each other and we kissed. Much our dismay, our friends were very intrusive; they spied on us and watched the whole thing! What blew their cover was Trini squealing in the background. Tommy was laughing while I went off at my sister by everything but blood. Jason, Zach and Billy were happy for us, breathing a sigh of relief that we gave into our hearts. Although, poor Tommy got a long lecture off Jason, as did I, to why it took us till now to admit we liked each other. But can't you blame us? I was scared to give my heart to someone due to my childhood; Tommy was shy and decided to wait for me to make the move. That took a backward effect as Tommy and I were just dancing around each other. I mean it was almost Christmas! So coming up to the festive season, we just ignored our feelings, but still liking each other. I still remember that day like it was yesterday.

One Month Ago…

12:00…

Saturday…

20th December 1993…

(Flashback/Scene: Lakeside, Angel Grove Park, Angel Grove, Earth/Kimberly's POV)

Tommy contacted me via the house phone to meet him by the lake at the park. It sounded urgent, so I made my way as quickly as possible. Although, knowing Tommy, he runs late, therefore which is why I'm sitting on the ground waiting for him. I began to fiddle with my necklace again. Zordon and I have become quite close, there are days I'd visit him to just talk and even when I keep Billy company. It started after Tommy was freed from Rita's spell. I genuinely was worried for Zordon; in such a short space of time, he became a father figure to me.

If I'm honest, I feel like he's the parent instead of my mom. Something about him reminds me of dad. I told him about my childhood, how my parents did love me, but it all changed when they divorced; things are rocky with my mother as much as I love her. Zordon felt sad for me, he understood what I was going through. He opened up to me as well; he told me he lost his daughter and wife when his home planet was attacked. My heart went out for him; yet… something felt odd about the story, but I ignored my instincts. They can be really annoying sometimes. Zordon lost his child when she was a baby and he lost the love of his life! It must have been so hard for him. The crystal frame that sits on the control panel is his only reminder of her.

Out of the corner of my eye, I see a flash of green jogging over to me. I knew it was Tommy. I smiled, standing up to greet him.

"Hi Tommy." I said,

"Hey Kim. Sorry for running late." He apologised sheepishly,

"Figures. Anyways, what did you want to tell me?" I asked him, getting straight down to business. Tommy began to blush a little.

"Well… I… uh…" He was stuttering. Why is Tommy stuttering? Do I make him that nervous? The Green Ranger took a deep breath. "Will you be my date to the dance?" I paused, freezing almost. He wants me to be his… date? I felt my heart leap. Maybe I can mess with him a little. I walked away, clutching my necklace. I knew Tommy got scared. "Did I do something wrong Kim?" I could almost hear his heart racing. I suddenly turned and ran into his arms.

"Yes I will be your date!" I smiled,

"You like making me sweat don't you?" He laughed,

"I couldn't make it easy on you mighty Dragonzord Ranger." I teased,

"I have to say, you nearly succeeded in slaying the Dragon." He joked. Tommy then put me down and looked right into my eyes. It was like we were staring into each other's souls. "Kimberly, I can't believe I waited this long to tell you, but I didn't want to rush you because you were scared." What's he getting at? Is he thinking what I'm thinking? "Kim, I fell for you the moment I saw you at the Martial Arts Expo and I didn't even know your name!" He's admitting his feelings for me! Maybe… it's time to stop running from my feelings and listen to my heart and not the doubts in my head! It's my life! What happened between my parents won't manipulate my thoughts! "Do you want to be my girlfriend?" My heart opened up and I smiled, happily. Very happily.

"Yes Tommy! I will! I always loved you, but it was me pulling back. No more, I love you Tommy Oliver!"

Tommy and I leaned in to kiss. It was soft and gentle, how I dreamed a first kiss should be. We both stopped for air and we smiled at each other. Tommy then had I mischievous glint in his eye. What's he thinking of? Without warning, he lifted me into the air with his strong arms and I squealed a little, but laughing. We were both laughing and then, he put me down. The Green Ranger held me close, both of us enjoying the embrace. Then, I heard the sound of overjoyed squealing which suddenly made us pull apart and ruining the moment. From the thick bush, Trini was doing some sort of happy dance; while Jason, Zach and Billy had this look of relief on their faces. Myself and Tommy didn't look one bit impressed at the fact our privacy was intruded upon.

"It's about freaking time!" Trini squealed. This is so unlike her! But hey! It's my sister, so what was I supposed to expect? "You kept us waiting for nearly four months! Four months!" She exaggerated. Well… maybe not exaggerated but making a big deal of it. "Do you know how agonising it was for me!? For us!?" I crossed my arms as I glared at the Yellow Ranger. She maybe silent as a ninja, but not this time!

"Trini." I growled. All the boys stepped back, even Tommy when my tone changed. "Run!" I sprinted after her once she began to ran. The Pterodactyl was chasing the Sabre-toothed Tiger.

(Flashback Ends)

After that, Tommy made me promise to wait for him. He left Angel Grove; to retreat to his grandfather's cabin for some time to think things through. Wait I did, but unfortunately, Rita hit another low when she involved our parents. During a Past Students School Reunion, Rita created a monster to capture our parents. Things maybe rough with my mom, but I couldn't leave her or the others' parents in her clutches. Therefore, she made a deal: we trade our Power Coins, we get our parents back. However, the one thing about evil, is they don't keep their side of the bargain. So Zordon contacted Tommy to aid us; despite his progressively weakening Green Ranger Powers.

Zordon used some of his own energy to power up the coin, even though it weakens him. Tommy succeeded in retrieving our Power Coins and he became Green Ranger once again. He still uses his powers sparingly and I don't want him to use them up so quickly. Tommy is stubborn, but he listens to me and since we are together, he doesn't want to get on the wrong side of me. As mean as it sounds, I like having that sort of hold on him. Behind every great man, is a greater woman.

At the moment, I decided to try my hand at a little song writing; I felt song is another way for me to release my emotions, especially the ones I feel because of my relationship with mom, how I really felt about the divorce. Pretty much a lot of things I haven't actually admitted to my friends, many are my hidden feelings. Mom suggested I see a therapist, but I refused. I looked at my book that I've written the song in. I started to strum the chords to see how it sounds and I actually, liked it. The song expresses how I felt when my parents divorced, I genuinely gave up on love until Tommy entered the picture. He helped me spark the meaning of love for me again. I planned on singing it in front of my friends, including Tommy.

"Hey Kim! What you working on?" A make voice called out all of a sudden, which kicked off my reflexes. I dropped my guitar and did a sweep kick, my foot connecting with his ankle. "Kim! Wha-!" When I got on my feet, I saw it was Zach laying on his back, groaning.

"Zach! I am so sorry!" I helped the Black Ranger up,

"Remind me not to set off your reflexes!" He said, as he cracked his back. I giggled a bit and then sat back down on the ground. "What are you working on?" He asked again. I blushed a little at his question.

"Nothing much." I answered lamely. Zach scoffed at my pathetic answer.

"Sure, you're doing nothing but strum that guitar and what's in that book?" Before I could grab it, Zach picked up my notebook and saw the lyrics I have written. Sometimes I curse his dance reflexes; I'm sure they'll make an expert gymnast and martial artist cry.

"This sounds good kim!" He praised, "Can you at least give the Zach Man a preview?" I laughed at him. He'll keep this quiet, I know he will. He placed the notebook down, but I practically have the lyrics memorised at this stage. I sat into a more comfortable position as I began to strum the chords. I decided to give him only the first verse and chorus. I don't want to spoil the entire song. The song I wrote looks innocently happy but once you hear the lyrics, it's not all as it seems.

"When I was younger I saw my daddy cry

And curse at the wind.

He broke his own heart and I watched

As he tried to reassemble it.

And my momma swore

That she would never let herself forget.

And that was the day that I promised

I'd never sing of love if it does not exist.

But darling,

You are the only exception.

You are the only exception."

I stopped after the chorus and Zach gave me a look of approval. So he does like it, despite being a little sad and he instantly knew it was about my life and how Tommy helped me changed my view on the meaning of love. He helped me rekindle it.

"That was amazing Kim! The others, especially Tommy, are going to love it!",

"Thanks Zach. You make me feel a lot less nervous about it now." I said,

"Anything for my little sister." Zach said, patting my shoulder. All of a sudden, we were surrounded by armoured Putties. Those Putties with armour and the 'Z' in the centre of the chest plate, belong to the new evil on the chess board: Lord Zedd and he's ten times worse than Rita! The sound of his name makes me shiver. That creep had nerve to kidnap me and attempted to make me his queen! Seriously! Putting my guitar down, Zach and I got into our fighting positions. Let's dance!

Four Hours Later…

19:40…

(Scene: Youth Centre, Angel Grove, Earth/Tommy's POV)

Whoo! I'm so glad we managed to defeat that monster Guitaro. Unlike Rita, Zedd creates his monsters from everyday objects and the unfortunate victim was Kimberly's guitar. The only way we could defeat that monster was… you guessed it: music against music! That was the advantage of my Dragon Dagger Flute, then Kimberly was able to use her Power Bow like a harp! We finished Guitaro when Kim used my Dragon Dagger like an arrow and we were able to free the others who trapped in his musical spell, leaving them unable to fight. I dare say, Kim and I make quite the fighting team!

I felt unstoppable with Kim! I felt like I could take on the world with her by my side! Then after the fight, Zach invited us to the Youth Centre because Kimberly wrote a song for us. I didn't think she was into songwriting. My girlfriend really knows how to surprise me! So here we are now, sitting on the mats. Kim got out her guitar. It's a nice instrument too. I wonder who it belonged to? Or did she get it when she was young? That girl is so well-rounded! Kim is into sport: Gymnastics and Karate, music, she's big into History! She's full of surprises!

Kim actually told me she got her assignment back and nailed it! I was so happy for her! But now she another essay to write and this time it's on The Second World War. How she manages AP History and mainstream school is beyond me. Like her, I do have a secret nerdy side of me… I like dinosaurs; Palaeontology. I have every single book about it and have a small collection of common fossils. I want to say it to Kim, but I'm afraid she'll tease me. Then Kim began to strum the opening chords of the song she wrote.

"When I was younger I saw my daddy cry,

And curse at the wind.

He broke his own heart and I watched,

As he tried to reassemble it.

And my momma swore,

That she would never let herself forget.

And that was the day that I promised,

I'd never sing of love if it does not exist.

But darling,

You are the only exception.

Maybe I know somewhere deep in my soul,

That love never lasts.

And we've got to find other ways to make it alone.

Or keep a straight face.

And I've always lived like this,

Keeping a comfortable distance.

And up until now I have sworn to myself,

That I'm content with loneliness.

Because none of it was ever worth the risk.

Well you are the only exception.

You are the only exception.

I've got a tight grip on reality,

But I can't let go of what's in front of me here.

I know you're leaving in the morning when you wake up.

Leave me with some kind of proof it's not a dream.

You are the only exception.

And I'm on my way to believing.

Oh, and I'm on my way to believing."

I really mean a lot to you Kim? I actually… helped you change your idea on the meaning of love!? The song she wrote reflected her well; the bond wth her adoptive parents is strong and strained at the same time. It hurts her bad, but when was the last time she has spoken to her father? Did he leave any form of contact for her? Or has he vanished off the radar? The face of the world? It hurts Kimberly, but all I can be is a supportive and comforting boyfriend to her and she has her friends to help her! Kim doesn't have to struggle through this alone. No matter what happens, we'll all be there for each other; being rangers brought us closer than ever.

Despite all that, we all applauded Kim for her song. She may make a very good artist and become famous!

Three Weeks Later…

11:30…

Saturday…

6th February 1994…

Canon: Post-The Ninja Encounter

(Scene: Angel Grove Park, Angel Grove, Earth/Kimberly's POV)

Myself and the others decided to meet up with our new friends after the Ninja Martial Arts Competition finished. In a space of a few days, we got on like a house on fire. Trini and I got to know Aisha really well, while the lads got on with Riccardo; he prefers Rocky, and Adam. The three of them moved from Stone Canyon; a couple of miles from here because their parents moved, for whatever reason; it's not exactly our business to know. From what I was told, they needed a change of scenery and the trio there, were friends since they were kids! Just like how I am with Jason, Trini, Zach and Billy.

Unfortunately Zedd decided to stick his nose in again; he attempted to capture the three; which he did and make them his warriors of darkness. No doubt it was another attempt after his failure with the Dark Rangers. Speaking of which, Tommy returned once more and this time as the White Tigerzord Ranger. Zordon made Tommy team leader, which was sort of sudden. No offence to Tommy, but Jason has always been our leader and now there was a shift in the dynamic. I saw the look on Jason's face, he was a little upset that he was demoted to second-in-command. He was almost seething at Tommy. I knew I had to do something before they turned on each other and the rivalry would be worse than the time when Tommy was Green Ranger.

Once again, I shifted into referee mode, tackling the issue on both sides. I spoke to Jason first to get his point on the matter, Tommy was next; he gave me his points and then… well… I had a fair rant at Zordon which caused poor Alpha 5 to hide behind the control panels. After I made my arguments, leaving a very stunned Zordon, he called both Jason, Tommy and everyone else to the Command Centre. My friends made their input, the Red and White Ranger listened and we eventually came to an agreement. Jason was happy enough to take his position as second-in-command, allowing Tommy to assume his role as leader of the Power Rangers; yet if anything happened to the primary leader, say… serious injury; then Jason would take over. It was fair and they both shook hands on the terms. That sorted the issue.

Trini then asked how was the matter resolved so quickly. The question caused Tommy, Jason and Zordon to chuckle a little nervously. Her answer was: "Ask the Pink Ranger". To be fair, I was a small bit angry at Zordon for making such a rash decision without asking any of us for our opinions and he quickly learned that lesson. With all the monster fights, I never got a chance to look into my past. Looking at my current situation, it may have to wait for a while. On top of that, our current Zords got an upgrade! Since Zedd entered the fray, we got upgraded to the Thunder Zords! With the power of Thunder, I control the Pterodactyl Firebird Thunder Zord, Zach: Mastodon Lion Thunder Zord, Billy: Triceratops Unicorn Thunder Zord, Trini: Sabre-toothed Tiger Griffin Thunder Zord and Jason: Tyrannosaurus Red Dragon Thunder Zord. Tommy has his own Thunder Zord called: Tigerzord and can convert to his own Megazord known as: Tigerzord Warrior. They combine to form the Thunder Megazord. When combined with Tommy's Tigerzord; they form the powerful Mega Tigerzord and boy it packs a punch.

Bringing myself back to the present, the six of us saw Rocky, Adam and Aisha waving at us. Jason brought his football and Zach, his frisbee to play with. The three also proved their prowess in battle; they handled the Z-Putties very well and they work well as a team. Billy was first to reveal his identity to them and after that, was pretty much a domino effect. Once we reached them, the guys fist pumped each other, while myself and Trini locked Aisha in a tight hug. The boys began to play with Jason's football on the green, not too far from us. I have to say, I may have liked Tommy in Green, but White is even better. He's my White Knight in shining armour.

"Kim!" Aisha called out. I turned my head to her. "Where did you get that necklace? It's beautiful.",

"Um… thanks Sha." I clutched my necklace, it's become of a force of habit, a defence mechanism. "Truth is, I don't really know how I got it or who gave it to me." Aisha frowned at my answer.

"Did your mom not give it to you? Or your dad?" I clenched my jaw at her answer. She doesn't know! She didn't mean to sound insensitive. Don't take it to heart! Why didn't I just make up something!? Fortunately, Trini came to my rescue when she noticed I was becoming a bit uncomfortable. Thinking about it now, maybe I should tell Jason and the others. Jason will be very upset that I didn't trust him enough about my adoption secret and the fact I only told Trini and Tommy! I interrupted Trini before she could answer Aisha.

"Trini, how about you call the others over? They need to know.",

"Know what?" Aisha was totally confused.

"Hey guys!" Trini yelled, getting their attention. The boys stopped their game. "Come over here now!" Tommy, Jason, Zach, Billy, Rocky and Adam came jogging over, before sitting down on the grass.

"What's up little sis?" Jason asked me. I looked to Tommy, who gave me the nod. I kept it long enough from them, they need to know.

"Jason, Zach, Billy… when I tell you this, please don't be mad because I promised Trini and Tommy not to tell." I said a mental prayer to brace myself for the verbal onslaught. The three boys frowned.

"Kimberly… what are you saying?" Jason sounded worried now. I took a deep breath.

"I'm adopted. Kevin and Caroline are not my parents." They dropped their jaws, the three of them, even our new friends were speechless… well… not speechless. Just surprised. However, the Red Ranger had a different reaction; so did Zach and Billy.

"Why didn't you say anything?" Demanded Jason,

"We're your friends too Kim! Why didn't you tell us!?" Zach ranted. Billy said nothing, but his silence is making the situation worse. Tommy leaped in to my defence.

"Hey! Yelling at her is not doing justice!" Out of anger, Jason grabbed Tommy by the collar of his white shirt.

"I knew Kim longer than you did Tiger Boy! And Kim trusted you and Trini more to keep this secret!? WHY!?" I forced Jason off Tommy by kicking him in the stomach. Jase fell on his back and I yelled at him.

"BECAUSE I THOUGHT YOU WOULD ALL TREAT ME DIFFERENTLY!" Jason looked at me with sorrowful eyes, as did Zach and Billy. Aisha, Adam and Rocky took a step back, knowing this is between the six of us.

"Kimberly! I'm so…" I cut him off, stepping away from everyone.

"I'm sorry I ruined your day." And I sprinted off in the opposite direction.

(Jason's POV)

I picked myself up from the ground. Way to go Jason! I let my temper get the better of me again! I admit I was upset at the fact Kim trusted Trini and Tommy more about this. When we were kids she was able to tell me everything! Why couldn't Kim tell me she was adopted? I groaned to myself, I really blew the horn this time! Now Kimberly, as well as her boyfriend Tommy and everyone else is pissed off at me! I spoke too soon because that thought was met when Trini slapped me upside on the head. To be fair, I had that coming.

"Jason! You idiot!" She hissed, "You had to sound so insensitive didn't you!?",

"It's my fault guys!" Aisha admitted, "I asked Kim about her necklace! I shouldn't have." We all watched as Rocky and Adam comfort Aisha.

"It's alright Sha, that was the first question I asked Kim too. It's the first question everyone asks." Tommy comforted,

"We should all go to check on Kim." Zach informed,

"Affirmative." Billy agreed, "I know she is upset, but with Zedd on the loose, he could take advantage of the situation." By then, our communicators went off. Jason answered and it was Alpha speaking to us.

"Rangers! Kimberly is fending off Lord Zedd's Putties and Goldar! You must help her!" Alpha disconnected. Our new friends gave the nod as we got into our morphing stance. They pretended that they saw nothing and they don't know our secret. We all put our right hand behind our backs.

"It's Morphin' Time!" I commanded, at least I still get to start off the morphing call.

"Tigerzord!",

"Mastodon!",

"Triceratops!",

"Sabre-toothed Tiger!",

"Tyrannosaurus!"

Meanwhile…

(Scene: Other Side of Angel Grove Park, Angel Grove, Earth/Kimberly's POV)

Seriously Zedd!? I kicked a Z-Putty away from me, before slamming a fist into the 'Z' of another, causing it to glow and shatter. That crazy creep who wanted me for his queen, the constant interrupter of mine and Tommy's dates. I quickly flipped backwards to dodge a swing from Goldar's sword. Why couldn't I have time to myself!? Evil really caught me at a bad time since I sort of shook my pseudo-sibling relationship with Jason! I gave Golar a hard front kick to push him back. Where are the others!? I could've morphed, but my morpher was knocked out of my hands and it now lies behind Golar and his Z-Putty patrol. Thank God he hasn't taken it! It would be disastrous and the last thing my friends need is me being turned against them!

"Kimberly!" Tommy called out to me from behind! Great! They made it!

"What are you just standing there for?" Trini questioned, "Morph!",

"My morpher got knocked out of my hand!" The Rangers turned and saw the item lying on the ground, the gold Power Coin sparkling in the sun. If the others could clear a path, I can run past them and grab it!

"Don't worry Kim, we'll clear you a path!" Jason said with conviction. The Rangers ran ahead; Billy, Trini and Zach dealt with the remaining Z-Putties; I did manage to defeat most of them, while Tommy and Jason tackled Goldar. Now's my chance! I sprinted towards my morpher, until I was blasted backwards, causing it to fly away from me. Damn it! I looked, to see familiar gold scorpion inspired armour; it was Scorpina. Great! That's all I need!

I rolled to the side to avoid her sword and becoming scorpion food. I stood up, getting into my fighting stance. That blast will leave another bruise on me! That's for sure! I don't understand how I'm still standing, a blast like that would've knocked out the others cold and leave a mild concussion.

"Get out of my way Scorpina!" I warned as we both circled each other. Smirking, the scorpion warrior charged. I dodged once more, then connected my foot to her ankle, causing her to fall over. Of course, being knocked down by an unmorphed ranger obviously angers her. Scorpina stood up and began to slash her sword at me. I managed to dodge the majority of her attacks, some nicked the fabric of my clothes; wonderful! I'll have to go shopping again! But she got me good on my shoulder. The tip of her curved blade caught me, leaving about a one inch wound. I hissed out in pain, but managed to knock her back with a roundhouse kick. Scorpina took a few steps back, clutching her stomach. I felt my shoulder, only to feel warm red liquid. It's the first time I've been wounded like this in a fight.

"You fight as well as Aria. She is a worthy warrior." She mused, then to cock her head to the side. "Interesting. You look like her. You have her eyes." I looked at Scorpina, confused. Is she referring to the woman I saw in the photo when myself and the others first arrived at the Command Centre?

"What are you talking about Scorpina!?" I growled, only causing her to laugh. What does she mean by the fact I look like her!? I'm not finding this funny!

"You don't know do you? Ask Zordon!" Despite my bleeding shoulder; how am I going to explain this to my mom!? She's going to ground me until my eighteenth birthday! I continued to fight Scorpina. Then, I heard my name being called out once more.

"Kimberly!" I kicked Scorpina again, to see Jason with my morpher! "Catch!" He threw it. I caught my morpher, it was a clean catch and I raised it.

"It's Morphin' Time! Pterodactyl!" I was finally in my suit. Spandex may be durable, but it's not stain proof; from the inside anyways. I felt the blood seeping through from my wound and staining the suit where my shoulder is. To be fair, Scorpina got me good, at least it wasn't decapitated.

With the Z-Putties defeated, Zedd created no monster, Goldar and Scorpina knew they were outnumbered two to six. They both growled, knowing they were defeated and in bright light, they teleported; leaving the battlefield. I suddenly dropped to one knee, automatically powering down and clutching my heavily bleeding shoulder. It felt like it was on fire! Or I've been bitten a hundred times over by Fire Ants! Tommy came to my side, as did Jason.

"Let's get you to the Command Centre. Alpha can patch you up." Jason comforted and I need answers. Did Scorpina have a rivalry to this woman Aria? Who is she exactly? All I know from Zordon is that she was his lover. We all pressed the button on our communicators and we teleported.

13:25…

(Scene: Command Centre, Desert, Unknown Location, Earth/Kimberly's POV)

We all landed inside our… what we see as a headquarters, as well as a safe house. Alpha went all crazy worried when he saw my bleeding shoulder and bloodied hand. Alpha brought out the medical bed to sit me on it, while Trini went with Jason to get the First Aid Kit in the Medical Room. Tommy helped me to stem the bleeding with a towel until the Red and Yellow Ranger got back. I have to say: Scorpina got me good. It may probably scar. Then my mind went back to when Scorpina compared me to Zordon's wife Aria. What did she mean? What was she talking about? Did she know her? Maybe now is the time to ask Zordon.

"Zordon!" I called out and he looked at me. "Who is Aria? Scorpina mentioned her.",

"You already know Kimberly, she was my wife. She died during the Siege of Eltar." I grew slightly frustrated, agitated almost. Zordon is playing some game and I don't have time for it! I want answers to questions about my past life! I can tell he's hiding something.

"Then why was Scorpina speaking about her like she was alive!?",

"Kim, please calm down. Stress is not helping to slow the blood flow!" Tommy soothed,

"You know something Zordon! What is it!?" And for the first time, I ticked Zordon's temper just as Jason and Trini entered.

"THAT'S ENOUGH!" Zordon roared, echoing the Command Centre. "Do not push me to speak about my wife, whom I could not give a burial to. I lost her and my daughter! Everything that made me who I was! A warrior, a sage and a father!" I held my tongue, because I really pissed off Zordon. "You shall not speak more on this subject!" That's it! I can't stay here! I got off the medical bed, clutching the towel, not before getting some last minute words at Zordon.

"You stubborn old man!" The others gasped at what I called our mentor, but Zordon needs a rain check. "I lost everything too! I lost my parents! My father no longer speaks to me and my mother is hardly a mother to me! My life is literally a world of secrets and lies that everyone is trying to hide from me!" I turned to Trini. "Trini, you can patch my shoulder up at your place. I can't stand the sight of Zordon right now." I teleported off to Trini's house and she followed behind.

(No POV)

Zordon watched as his children followed suit, making their way to the Yellow Ranger's home. The Grand Sage sighed sadly. What has he done? He has damaged his relationship with Kimberly, thus destroying all chances he had to tell her the truth. He should have not scolded her or yelled like that. He is their mentor, their father figure. He knew he screwed up and badly. Zordon knew he should not have lied, saying his wife was deceased. Kimberly was right to call him a stubborn old man. She clearly inherited both their stubbornness and she does have Aria's looks; brown hair, soft doe brown eyes and slender, petite figure. She does look like Aria in more ways than one, not to mention she has her temper.

"You really handled that well my friend." Alpha said, but not in a scolding manner,

"I know Alpha." Zordon said sadly,

"You should have told her the truth!" Exclaimed Alpha, "Now both of you are not on speaking terms!",

"Please, call my wife." Sighed Zordon. Right now, he needs her guidance; as a caring, supportive wife. Alpha wordlessly tapped a couple of buttons on the panels, shortly, a hologram of a woman dressed in Eltarian armour, with a cloak clasped at her shoulders and a sword resting at her waist, stood before him. Zordon instantly recognised the traditional Eltarian armour, but the cloak symbolises high rank. Soldiers that don't have a cloak are lower ranks. The woman smiled and spoke in his tongue.

"Zordon my love!" She said, "How are you?" Zordon looked at his wife grimly.

"I messed up Aria." His wife's face softened as soon as she heard her husband's tone of voice.

"What happened? Please tell me!" She pleaded,

"Kara, who goes by Kimberly. We had an argument." The Grand Sage breathed in, then out. "Now, I broke the bond we had. Not only that, I lied to her." Aria looked at Zordon with sorrow and sympathy.

"Oh Zordon!",

"I lied, telling her you were dead. I hid the truth from her for far too long!",

"My Falcon, you have to find a way to fix this! Why did she question you?" Aria asked him. His wife still calls him a Falcon, even though he no longer wields the White Ninjetti Powers; yet to her, he'll always be her Falcon.

"Scorpina. She made a reference to you in front of Kimberly. It's why she confronted me." Then, Zordon could see the fire in his wife's eyes. Scorpina and Aria always had a rivalry. They both lived on Phaedos, but Aria seemed to best Scorpina at everything; armed and unarmed combat, anything that was taught on Phaedos. It wasn't her name however, her real name was Gabrielle and she hated Aria with a vengeance. The Phaedosian warrior ran away from her home planet, encountering Lord Zedd and Rita, who touched her with The Dark Power, thus turning her into what the Rangers now know her by. The two fought viciously during the siege and once more, Aria came out on top, using the powers of the Crane to send Scorpina away and seal her for eternity on Earth.

"Why that little… she escaped her prison!" Aria was not happy, she felt her actions were in vain. "If I could come, I'd make her pay! For now Zordon, please mend the damage between you and Kara." Aria has not grown used to calling her daughter by another name, an Earth name for that fact. "Before it's too late."

And the transmission cut. The question is; Zordon pondered to himself: how is he going to fix this mess?

Three Hours Later…

16:25…

(Scene: Youth Centre, Angel Grove, Earth/Kimberly's POV)

I sat in the Juice Bar inside the Youth Centre strumming my guitar. Trini patched up my shoulder, but the wound will sadly scar, despite the Accelerated Healing Factor. I don't care, it's a battle scar. Maybe I shouldn't have pushed Zordon like that; I shouldn't have yelled at him, let alone argue with a centuries old Sage. I need answers! Some can only be gotten by Zordon and the other from the locked basement at home. Trini actually taught me a little lockpicking, as if it's not a weird skill to have. It's actually quite handy, there are days I'd come over to Tommy's house, he'd forget his keys and his parents aren't there to open the door. I had to pick the lock more times than I fought Putties. What's bugging me is: what is Zordon and my mom hiding!? It frustrates me so bad! I just want to know the truth!

Being lost in my own thought, I didn't even hear or notice my friends and the new comers entering the Juice Bar. It was a quiet day, so I thought I had the place to myself and I did leave Trini in a hurry after she bandaged my arm. I began to strum the chords to another song I wrote myself. It was soft, gentle, but the others know that anything that is soft, there is meaning and pain in my songs. That pain I channel, goes into my songwriting, this is what I was or am feeling right then and now.

"It feels like a tear in my heart,

Like a part of me missing,

And I just can't feel it.

I've tried and I've tried.

And I've tried.

Tears on my face I can't take it.

If lonely's a taste, then it's all that I'm tasting.

Do you hear my cry?

I cry, oh!

Can you hold me?

Can you hold me in your arms?

Just wrap me in your arms, in your arms,

I don't wanna be nowhere else.

Take me from the dark, from the dark,

I ain't gonna make it myself.

Put your arms around me,

Let your love surround me.

I am lost,

I am lost.

If I ain't got you here.

If I ain't got you, I ain't got nothing at all!

Can you hold me?

Can you hold me in your arms?"

Zach knows this song too, cause a couple of weeks back, we figured some parts needed a second vocalist. Zach was that second vocalist; not to mention, for a dancer, he's a pretty good rapper and he instinctively joined in. He never forgot his part. He begun to rap the lyrics.

[Zach]:

"Yeah, Yeah

Yeah, I feel like it's just me, like it's just me

What it gon' take? What it gon' be?

I don't even know."

[Kimberly]:

"It's not just you!"

[Zach]:

"But I'm lonely!

Feeling like I don't even know me, I don't even know me!"

[Kimberly]:

"I feel it too!"

[Zach]:

"Gotta have you, gotta see you!"

[Kimberly]:

"You're the only thing I have to think about!

The only one I that can't live without."

[Zach]:

"I see you!"

[Kimberly]:

"I need you, need you to hold me now!"

[Zach]:

"If I ain't got you,

If I ain't got you.

I ain't got nothing,

I ain't got nothing.

If I ain't got you,

I ain't got you,

If I ain't got you.

I'm lonely,

If I ain't with you I'm lonely,

I'm lonely!

I need you,

I need you!"

[Kimberly (While Zach raps Verse Eight)]:

"Can you hold me?

Can you hold me?

Can you hold me in your arms?"

[Zach]:

"Feel like it's just me, like it's just me.

What it gon' take? What it gon' be?

I don't even know, I don't even know.

But I'm lonely, lonely!

Feel like I don't even know me!

Feels like I don't even know me!

I don't even know me."

[Kimberly (While Zach raps Verse Nine and repeats)]

"Can you hold me?

Can you hold me?

Can you hold me in your arms?"

This song always hits me hard, I wrote it out of the anguish I felt for the father that just disappeared on me! A mother I find difficult to love, yet I do, a mentor and father figure I know is hiding secrets. Everyone seems to be keeping secrets from me! Who am I really? The song I wrote is right, I don't even know myself. All these questions I need answered is tearing me from the inside out! It's painful! Without saying anything, I found myself surrounded by the hugs and warmth of friends. Childhood friends and new. The emotional turmoil I'm feeling; the storm inside, I couldn't hold it in any longer. All I could do was let out my emotions and I did. They then gave me space as I sobbed into Tommy's shoulder and he held me in his arms.

This is the question I have in my mind now: Who am I?

Five Weeks Later…

16:00…

Thursday…

14th March 1994…

Canon: Pre-Lights, Camera, Action!

(Scene: Hart Household, Housing Estate, Angel Grove, Earth/Kimberly's POV)

A lot has happened and changed. Jason, Trini and Zach were chosen to represent Angel Grove at the Teen World Summit in Switzerland, which meant they had to step down from their service as a Power Ranger. In doing so, to transfer their powers to Rocky, Aisha and Adam; safely and without harm to their bodies, we had to seek out the Sword of Light. Despite some draw backs and hitches, we managed to retrieve the legendary sword; which is now kept in the reinforced vault in the Command Centre. I was sad to see three of my childhood friends leave, but they promised to keep in contact. Jason and I sorted out our trust issues and he forgives me, which is a relief.

The three of them left for Switzerland two weeks ago, around the end of February; not before we threw them a farewell party, to enjoy our last moments together. Lucky trio get to see the beautiful country! It's on my wish list. Now, Tommy, Billy and I have gotten on very well with our new team mates. We seem to work just as well, as if we were the original team. I get on great with Aisha, once she found me opening up more. Rocky is a great laugh but seriously! What is up with his stomach!? It's a bottomless pit! And that's not a joke! Imagine, combine the appetites of Tommy and Jason, then multiply that by ten! Or a hundred! That's Rocky's stomach! I'm actually jealous of his metabolism. Adam is a little like Billy, more on the philosophical aspect more so than Science. Then Aisha is another Trini, both of them have motherly traits and she's just so kind! She wouldn't hurt a fly, or so you think. Like Trini, if she finds out any of us are hurt or upset and finds out the source of our problem; she goes mamma-bear mode and will chew you inside out if she finds the source. I was broken out of my thoughts.

"Kimberly!" I turned to see mom. "I'm going to get some shopping. I'll be back in a half hour or so. Tommy, please feel free to stay for dinner." Oh yeah… I invited Tommy down to my place for today and do homework together. I showed him my room too and what is left of my father's book collection; so he promised next time I come to his house; I'll stay for dinner. He told me his mom is a pretty good cook. He also admitted his nerdy side to me; which I find is so cute for a person who gave their life to Karate. Tommy is into Palaeontology and so, I demanded that I see his fossil collection when I come over. I did say to him that I would love to borrow a 'few' of his books on the subject. In a way; in my point of view, Palaeontology is History, mixed with Science. Only God knows what our world was like before the first human arrived.

"I don't want to intrude Ms Hart." Tommy said politely, but my mom laughed it off. Oh man! I haven't really told her Tommy and I dating! His parents don't really know either.

"Tommy, you're not intruding. It's no problem!",

"Why thank you for your kindness Ms Hart." He smiled. My mom made her way to the door with car keys in hand.

"Behave yourselves you two!" And she closed the door. I wonder why she's so happy? She's actually been in a better mood for a while. I didn't think much of it, I felt we were on the way to finally solidifying our mother-daughter bond. That all depends on what she's hiding in the basement.

Tommy and I continued to do our homework, I kept listening until the car was out of earshot. Getting up, I peeked outside the window to see if she's actually gone. When I convinced myself she was, I quickly ran up to my room to grab my lock picking gear; departing gift courtesy of Trini. Tommy was a little confused until he followed me to the door of the basement. He was a little suspicious of the padlock there. He banged his body against the door, but it wouldn't budge.

"It's locked Kim." He sighed, "There's no way we could open it. I can't kick it open, unless we use our powers.",

"No need." I pulled out my lock pick and that sort of surprised Tommy.

"Where on Earth did you get that!? Who taught you!?",

"Trini." I answered simply as I began working on the padlock. Tommy sighed.

"I swear Trini was a bad influence on you." While I was working on the padlock, which I must say is a difficult one, mom held no expenses on this lock. Yet even the toughest lock has a weakness to exploit; its matter of finding it. I was able to throw in a sarcastic remark.

"And who was it that got you into your own house, when you forgot the key?" I knew Tommy was gaping like a goldfish to find a counter statement, but he got nothing. I smirked and I'm nearly there! "I thought so." Finally, I heard the distinctive click as the padlock opened. I removed it, placing it on the table while Tommy looked downstairs. I followed him down after he found a light switch to illuminate the place. Looks like your everyday basement, but why would mom lock it? What secrets is she keeping? And going so far to lock the door, padlock and all?

Tommy moved some boxes, only to pause suddenly. He picked up some sort of cradle. It was made from a strange material that you would not find on Earth, let alone the strange symbols etched around the edges. Inside was a blanket, it was a soft grey blanket, the material also feeling foreign. I picked it up to feel it. It felt like a combination of cotton, silk and wool. Why… why does it feel familiar? Was I wrapped in it before?

"Kimberly." Tommy said softly, "Look!" My boyfriend picked up a piece of paper… no, it looks like parchment. I've seen this sort of paper in the museums, it looks like vellum, but a little more advanced. It's made from a different material. I put the blanket down into the cradle and carefully took the parchment like an old artefact. I unfolded it and gasped, Tommy looked over my shoulder. Sadly he couldn't read it, it was written in the same language I saw engraved on the crystal frame. It's a letter alright… and it's exactly what I need for answers! My heart leaped. I scanned over the words. My breathing slowed and Tommy noticed my change.

"My god!" I whispered,

"Kim, it's written in a strange language. Can you read it?" He asked me,

"Yes.",

"Will it be alright for you to read it out?" He said, "I'm not going to question how you can read it." I nodded, looking at the parchment once again. The unusual letters started to 'float' off the page and rearrange themselves into English. Taking a deep breath, I read out the letter.

"To the people we have left Kara with. We entrust you to take care of her. Her home planet is not safe to live on. We know it is a sudden task to place upon you, but once we know our daughter is in good hands, safe and away from the danger, from the war; neither my husband or I have no fear of dying on the battlefield. Please do not treat her any differently, treat her as your own. In time, I will come back for her, or her father; should we survive, when her home and the Galaxy is at last in peace. Take care of Kara, cherish her and just make her happy.

Aria and Zordon."

Zordon… then it struck me. Everything fell into place! Oh my god! I wasn't born on Earth! I was born on another planet! Though I look human, I'm not actually human. All I felt was sadness, anger… my adoptive mom and father kept this secret from me for fifteen years now! Then we both heard the door open. It was mom, now is the time to confront her.

"Kim? Tommy? Sorry I'm back! I forgot my house keys." Tommy knew I was angry and I stormed up to my mom, with the White Ranger trailing behind. I clenched the letter in my hand. First, I confront my 'mom', then Zordon is next! I don't care that we're still not speaking! He definitely knew this! He just chose not to tell me!

"Think about this Kimberly!" Advised Tommy, but I didn't listen. A time for secrets is over! I'm tired of living in shadows! Mom saw me and knew I was not one happy camper. Understatement of the year actually. If I was described using Hurricane Classification System; I'd say I'm a Category Four, or even Category Five; which I am and feel.

"Kimberly, is something wrong?" She said softly. All I did was snarl.

"DON'T GIVE ME THAT BULLSHIT!" I don't care for the language I'm using right now. "How could you mom!?" Caroline tried to act innocent, so I raised the parchment. I don't have the patience for this! Yet the look on her face screams: 'You figured it out'. "You kept this hidden from me! For fifteen years! WHY!?" Tommy stayed in the background, he knew this was a confrontation between myself and my adoptive mother.

"I couldn't read the letter either way! Yet Kevin and I knew you weren't from here! I wanted to tell you." Tears poured down the side of her cheeks. "I couldn't though. How could a parent tell her daughter that she isn't from Earth but from… some planet too far for us to see!" I laughed bitterly.

"Because I would think you're a lunatic?" I began to pace. "Because I would start calling myself an alien?" I ran my fingers through my hair. "Do you understand how much pain you put me through!? The secrets, the lies! Not to mention yourself, ever since the divorce!",

"Please let's just talk this through!" My mom begged. Instead, all I did was storm past her; purposely bumping my shoulder against her, ran upstairs and locked myself in the room. Time to confront Zordon. I tapped my communicator and teleported.

Moments Later…

(Scene: Command Centre, Desert, Unknown Location, Earth/Kimberly's POV)

I landed inside and walked briskly towards Zordon. Despite the fact our bond is shattered, he still looked at me with worry. He won't be worrying for long when I'm through with him!

"Is everything alright Kimberly?" Alpha was only met with me shoving him to the side. The automaton nearly fell over, but thankfully he didn't.

"Is it true Zordon!?" The sage remained quiet. Soon, the others joined, but stayed at the back. Adam, Rocky and Aisha know I'm adopted, but boy they'll be in for a shock. I pulled out the parchment from my pocket and threw it on the console. Zordon was too focused on me to even look at the letter written. I was losing my patience. "ANSWER ME ZORDON!" I paused to breathe. "I'm going to ask one more time. Is. It. True?" I punctuated each word to make my point clear.

"Zordon, what's Kim talking about?" Aisha asked the intergalactic being, only for me to snap.

"Stay out of it Sha!" The second Yellow Ranger stepped back after hearing the anger and rage in voice. Tommy didn't dare go near me and I don't blame him. Let's try another question. "How long have you known Zordon?" This time, he answered me.

"Ever since I have chosen you." Fresh tears slid down my cheeks as I leaned over the panels. I controlled myself so I don't burst out crying.

"So it's true." I croaked. "It is true." The other four; Rocky, Aisha, Adam and Billy were still lost. Tommy may have crappy memory, but he's far from stupid. He figured it out too. Zordon spoke once more.

"Yes Kimberly. It is true." He said defeatedly, "I am your father." Everything was silent, until the entire Command Centre exploded with combined voices of Aisha, Adam, Rocky and Billy, bar Tommy.

"WHAT!?"

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