First off. Another shout out to my reviewers and readers.
Zmonsta Thank you so much for your kind words and your prayers. It means a lot to me that people I have never met, actually care about my well being. Its refreshing. I'm sorry about your car accident also. Hope your pain goes away entirely you have my prayers too. Thanks for another great review. I'm not going to give away any answers, although. I wanted to add some realism to this story. I won't say more than that right now. Thankyou again Zmonsta.
Biryani- I'm really glad you enjoyed chapter 9. I think it was probably my weakest chapter. But it will be an important one in the long run. And you'll have to wait to find out who it was. I'm not going to make this story too crazy. I want to make it more realistic. Thank you too for your kind words regarding my health. How can people be so caring towards someone they have never met. It astounds me. I'm glad there's still some good left in this world.
So onto chapter 10. I left a slight cliff-hanger at Chapter 9. But this is another flashback chappie just to further enhance things.
Disclaimer – I own none of the characters in this story.
Right enough rambling. On with the story.
Chapter 10 – this takes place after the Day of the dumpster events in 1993. The gang are 16 here going onto 17. Billy is already 17.
October 1993
DAY OF THE DUMPSTER
JASON
The Newly appointed Mighty Morphin Power Rangers were all sat in the Juice bar. Taking a well Deserved break from the monumental day they had today.
Jason could not believe it. Zordon (a giant floating head as Zack had put it) had made him, Jason Lee Scott as the leader of a group of superheroes. The Mighty Morphin power rangers. Jason had pinched himself a million times today. He was so certain that today was a dream. He had been practicing martial arts all his life. Was it all in preparation for this.
He looked around at his friends. They had all known each other since preschool. But had gotten closer since junior high school. They were best friends once they Joined angel grove High school.
He looked at Billy to his far left wearing his dungarees and sipping on his spinach juice. He was definitely The brains and conscience of the group. There wasn't anything that Billy couldn't solve. He was learning karate and that along with his wisdom would make him an unstoppable force.
Jason glanced over at Kimberly who sat next to Billy and directly to his left. She was still wearing her bubblegum pink gymnastics gear. She looked beautiful as always. She was the one who kept everyone grounded in reality. She was the spirit of the group. Disregarding her small stature. Kimberly was amazingly brave and cared so much for all of them. She was an athlete and was picking up karate very well as he continued to train her in his back yard at home. She gave him a quick Smile. She really is beautiful. I should tell her one day he thought.
He tore his eyes off her and turned his attention to Trini on the right of the table. She was the soul of the team.. Expertly trained in martial arts and quite possibly the most caring and tender hearted person he knew. His little sister who he adored. She was sat leaning on zack.
Zack was the life of the group. Jason's best friend and brother. He was the most sceptical of all of them. Jason had had to pinch him many times Aswel to prove he wasn't dreaming. Zack was the second in command and was Jason's sparring partner.
He would do anything for his friends. And now he was the leader of the power rangers. He would lay his life down for his team. Their safety was his responsibility. He would go to great lengths to preserve that safety. He watched as they all laughed and joked. You could never tell that they just battled a giant Gold monkey and saved Angel Grove.
"Hey. You okay" came a soft voice from his Right preceded by a nudge to his arm. He turned to look at Kim warmly smiling up at him.
"Hey Kim. I'm great" he replied beaming at her
She beamed back. Each knowing what they were thinking. They had just saved the World!
She leaned into him and they all started laughing and Joking again. Jason joining in.
KIMBERLY
It was getting late. The team had all said their goodbyes and went home. She took her usual route from the juice bar, walking through Angel Grove Park with Jason. Who lived on her street.
Kimberly was glad Jason was their leader. He was so strong and confident. She felt so safe around him. They linked arms as they crossed the park and onto the road that led to their street.
"Hey Kimmy. I think you did great today you know" said Jason breaking the comfortable silence between the two. He looked at her and smiled brightly.
Has his smile changed. He looks so different thought Kimberly.
"Thanks Jase. That's all down to you. Your the one who started teaching me karate. I think I still need lots of practice. I was getting my butt kicked until I morphed" replied Kim looking up at her friend.
"Honestly, we all got our butt's kicked. We didn't know what those putties were. But we adapted and we kicked ass Kimmy" said Jason looking at her reassuringly.
"Yeah your right" agreed Kim
"You do know Kim, I would never let any harm come to you. If I had to sacrifice myself For your safety. I would do so in a heartbeat" stated Jason
"No way Jase. Don't you ever sacrifice your safety for mine" retorted Kimberly as they arrived on their street.
"It's not an option Kimmy. It's a fact and I'll always look after you " responded Jason
Kimberly looked up at her friend since preschool. When did he get so tall and muscular she thought. She held his hand with her other hand and gave it a squeeze. "thanks Jase. That really means a lot to me you know " she said as they reached her porch.
"Well you mean a lot to me Kimmie. You all do" added Jason as he gave her a big hug. She felt so calm and at peace.
"You do too Jason. I'm so glad your our leader. I have complete faith in you T rex" she said as she took out her house key and turned the lock.
Jason couldn't help but laugh at that. He had to probably get used to that nickname.
"Thanks ummmm pterodactyl" replied Jason through a big grin
Suddenly. Loud voices erupted from inside the Hart House.
"They arguing again" asked Jason.
Kimberly just nodded at Jason. A sombre look on her face. She flinched a little as she heard her dad's voice thunder through the ceiling down onto the porch.
"Come on. Let's go to mine. We'll call the guys and see who can come out for some pizza. Yeah?" asked Jason
Kimberly nodded in agreement.
They got to Jason's house and said hello to Mr and Mrs Scott. They grabbed the phone and called their friends. They were all up for some pizza. Considering the fact that they had all been apart for half an hour, they already agreed to meet up again. It showed the solidarity of the group. The commitment and the love shared between them. That incredible combination makes for not only great superheroes, but life long friends.
They went to their usual pizza place in downtown Angel grove. They laughed, they joked and they had one hell of a time. She was so grateful for them all, a leader she could count on. He sat there telling a joke in front of her whilst she sipped on her milkshake. She couldn't help but notice how handsome he looked. He had grown up into a man, right in front of her eyes. They locked eyes for a second. She felt a surge of electricity travel up her body and into her face which she could feel turning red.
He's my best friend. And everyone sees us as siblings. He doesn't feel the same way Kimberly She thought.
She shook these thoughts out of her head and continued to enjoy her evening with her best friends.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZACK
Our superheroes just defeated the knasty knight. He melted all their weapons. But they managed to find a way to defeat him. It was also Zack's birthday. The power rangers had secretly organised a birthday party at the juice bar. Much Zack's chagrin. He thought they forgot. Kimberly was at Trini's house getting ready
Kimberly was wearing a flowery pink dress and adjusting her hair in her hair band in front of a mirror in Trini's bedroom.
"Are you taking anyone with you to the party Trini? Asked Kim who looked stunning.
"I'll be going with Billy in a way but nothing official. And of course with you guys. How about you" replied Trini as she applied light foundation to her face
"No nobody. I guess I'll just hang out with you guys " replied Kimberly
"Jason's free" proposed Trini
"Well he hasn't asked me Trini. He might have someone to go with him" responded Kimberly. As she finished and made her way to sit on Trini's bed.
"Trust me Kim. He's not taking anyone. He's just coming with us all" replied Trini as she finished her makeup and sat next to Kim.
Kimberly pondered for a moment. "shouldn't the guy ask the girl though " questioned Kimberly.
"Well yes. But this is just our Zacks birthday. It's not a formal dance or anything. I guess you could just ask him". Answered Trini
"No Trini. I don't want to make this awkward" Kimberly mumbled. Whilst becoming fixated on her knees
"Is everything OK Kim?" asked Trini
Kim thought about her reply for a while. Before thinking it was best to be as honest as possible to her best girl friend.
"Well I don't know what it is Trini. I find myself drawn to Jason for some reason. Whenever I'm scared or upset or even happy, I instantly go to him. Whether its to his house or whether it's to stand next to him. I don't understand Trini. He's my friend and dare I say, like an older brother" explained Kimberly
"Well you just answered that for yourself Kim. You just said he's like an older brother" questioned Trini
"Yeah I know. But it doesn't feel like that anymore. I umm I kinda find him attractive" Kim admitted. She felt a weight off her shoulders being lifted.
"Trini. Kimberly. Jason and Billy are at the door" shouted Trini's mom from Downstairs.
"Well there you go. I'll go link with Billy. You Go link with Jason. Don't say anything tonight. Keep it unofficial. And see what happens" suggested Trini as she got up.
"Great idea Trini "agreed Kimberly as she got up too. Her beautiful grin highlighting her improved mood
The 4 rangers went to Zack's House. Linking arms. Jason saw Billy and Trini linking. He was the one who offered his arm to Kim who happily accepted.
They told Zack they were to go out for the evening. To celebrate the victory over the knasty Knight. Zack accepted. When he got to the juice bar. Everyone surprised him with a birthday party. He was ecstatic and hugged and kissed his friends. It meant so much to him that they organised this party.
Billy had to go help Ernie with his invention. The Cake o matic. Which was malfunctioning. They all found it rather funny. Trini and Zack hit the dance floor. As did Kimberly who dragged Jason onto it. Teaching him some Dance moves as his dancing was atrocious.
As they danced together, Kimberly was very content with how the evening was going. Whatever happens, happens. She thought.
GREEN WITH EVIL
Kimberly
Jason was in the finals of a karate tournament. His opponent was Tommy Oliver who transferred from Stone canyon. He had a brilliant reputation as a martial artist.
"Man that dude is pumped. Who is he? " asked Zack as they watched Tommy warm up
"I don't know. Probably some new kid in school". Replied Trini
Kimberly couldn't take her eyes off him and not because of his moves either. "He is really cute" she said before she could stop herself.
She felt nervous all of a sudden. She was holding Jason's water bottle and took a big sip of it. Continuing to stare at the new student. His long wavy hair, his intense eyes and his gorgeous jawline. She was hooked.
Jason
Jason was thinking about telling Kimberly how he felt after hopefully winning the karate tournament today. He was stretching when he heard Kimberly call his opponent cute. It felt as though one of Rita's monsters had kicked him in the stomach numerous times. There you go Jason. She finds your opponent cute. Not you. It's ok. Look cool look Cool.
He looked at Billy and zack with an amused look. They returned it.. Phew that wasn't so tough. You got a fight to prepare for.
Jason was laying on the mats looking up at the ceiling. Why does Kim find him attractive and not me. He was down 4 points to 2. He had to change something. I need to get that shit out of my head he thought as the referee stood them up. He cleared his head and went for his tornado kick which he disguised and feinted, turned it into a side kick. Knocking Tommy down. 4-3
He heard his friends cheering him on. He even heard Kim scream with delight when he won the point. She still loves you boy he thought as they got into their fighting stance. Not long left
Tommy came charging at him with kicks and punches as he tried to win the fight. Jason blocked them easily. He heard Zack shout "Cmon Jason times running out ". He had to act fast. He deflected two strikes, side stepped and kicked Tommy's legs forcing his own momentum against him. Tommy fell and Jason quickly picked Tommy's abdomen. Taking the point. The point ensured he remained undefeated and it ended in a draw.
He congratulated Tommy and went to his friends. Jason was crestfallen about the fight. Even with his friends words of encouragement. He didn't feel much better. Maybe it was more than just drawing the fight.
Kim thinks he's cute. Is all he could think even as Trini was giving him advice and hope. Kim looked at him Even as their eyes met. He could tell they were different.
"listen I'm gonna catch a shower, and I'll meet you at the juice bar" he said. He needed to clear his head
As he walked to the showers, he turned his head around expecting to see Kimberly waving him off. Instead. He saw Kimberly stand there staring at the new kid. Jason's heart was crushed.
He would have to bury whatever feelings he had, deep down into the bowels of his brain. After that day. He hid his feelings from Kimberly. She looked happy when she eventually got together with Tommy. That's what was most important to him. Her happiness.
He began to distance himself from Kimberly. Only spending time with her when her parents divorced. She seemed to seek him out for support. Or maybe that's because Tommy was losing his powers and was at his uncles cabin all the time.
Only Zack knew what Jason truly felt. He eventually couldn't take it when Tommy returned to the team as the new white ranger. Not only did he take the girl he loved, he took away the leadership of the power rangers. It was just too much for him. He didn't resent Tommy. But there was always a bit of tension between them after he became white ranger. But they always fought side by side. Having each others backs. He regretted not saying anything to Kimberly. He was sure she felt something for him. He became quiet and spent more time with Billy, Zack and Zack's cousin Curtis. Staying away from Kimberly.
He eventually decided to escape for the first time in his life and embark on a new adventure with Trini and Zack.
The World's Peace conference in Switzerland.
Right that's this chapter finished. Hope you all enjoyed this one. I'm not really doing much all day. So I have plenty of time to write my story. Although I'm using my phone. Any mistakes. Please forgive me.
Peace out
Red dragon