Greetings! Here is the next chapter. Before you read on, i need to make a few notes.

In the last chapter I realized that I made an error. when I mentiond, David (Tommy's brother) sleeping in the single guys room i spoke of Rocky and Zack...but i realized that i forgot about Tyler. Just to clarify it, Tyler was sleeping in the guys room also.

Also, i meant to mention this in the last chapter. but i was reserching David Trueheart and found out that Eric Frank passed away around the same time as Thuy Trang. and I feel the need to take a moment and remember him. I realize that all of you probably know this already. But that just shows how slow I am. I really liked the character David Trueheart and thought that Eric did an awesome job!

Now with that taken care of, you know what I own and don't own.

So, on with the story!

The morning came quicker than expected. Adam slowly opened his eyes and smiled when he saw the way Tanya had cuddled up to him. It was something he always dreamed about and now that dream had become reality.

She is so beautiful.

She looked so content. She could give Sleeping Beauty a run for her money. And Tanya didn't even need three good fairies to help her. Adam shook his head. Where had that thought come from? He hadn't watched that movie in years.

But she was beautiful. Her lips had felt so dreamlike against his the night before. They had indulged the night before and had one hell of a make out session once Tyler was in the single guys room. Adam touched his lips. They had seemed so swollen last night. Thank goodness they had shrunk to their normal size.

Who'd have thought she could do that to him?

There was nothing he loved more than gazing into her eyes. Those amazing dark brown eyes. In that final moment before their first kiss he had felt like he was falling into them…literally drowning in them.

And then their lips had met. And he actually felt that spark that Tommy had always talked about. And that spark seemed to flood his entire system. And it felt so right. They had indulged for several minutes till they were too tired to go on and had fallen asleep.

Adam's gaze traveled over Tanya's face again. For the first time Adam knew what being in love really felt like. And it was a wonderful feeling.

Adam brushed his fingers through her hair and leaned in to place a kiss on her forehead. When he pulled back her eyes were open and gazing into his.

He could feel his heart hammering in his chest. Their eyes met once again. And again he leaned in for another kiss. The kiss seemed to be over way to quickly as Tanya suddenly pulled back. Adam looked at her questioningly and then her eyes darted in the direction of the kitchen.

Adam got the sinking feeling in the pit of his stomach. He followed her gaze and felt himself blushing when he saw that they had been found out. There staring at them were Rocky, Tommy, and David.

They were all smirking.

"Can I help you with something?" he asked in a quietly demanding voice.

Rocky had a hand over his mouth. Obviously trying to stifle his urge to laugh.

Tommy cocked an eyebrow. "The guys and I were heading out side to do some sparring. We were gonna ask you to join us but you look just a little bit busy."

Rocky looked like he was going to convulse on the spot but David shot him a look and dragged Rocky out of sight.

When they had gone, Tommy approached the bed. "I am sorry to disturb you two. Kim and the other girls are meeting in the master bedroom to get ready."

Adam frowned. He wasn't ready to let Tanya go…just yet. Tommy smiled at them knowingly. "It's alright guys. I'll give you a few more minutes."

Tanya silently thanked him and when Tommy left she allowed Adam to wrap his arms around her. They didn't speak for a few minutes. Tommy's entrance had thrown cold water on their little world and suddenly Adam remembered that his son should also be getting up. He would need to be on the ship with Kim and the twins soon enough.

But for these small last moments he didn't have another thought as he tilted his head for another kiss.

In that one simple kiss, so much was said. As Adam slid his lips slowly across Tanya's they both felt such contentment. As they pulled away they smiled at each other.

"I really love you Tanya. I wish it didn't take me this long to tell you."

Tanya smiled at him. "It's okay Adam. You do have a son now. It couldn't have been easy raising him by yourself."

Adam shrugged. "It was a bit of a challenge. He had so much frustration and anger inside. But for some reason, once he came to live with me, he seemed to change."

Tanya grinned. "Fatherhood suits you."

Adam shrugged. "It gave my life meaning. Once I passed my Turbo powers on to Carlos, life seemed kind of boring. I missed being a hero. Then Tyler came along. And I got to be a hero again."

He grinned at her mischievously. "Only this time I got to avoid wearing spandex."

Tanya laughed at that statement. "Yeah it had a way of riding up in the back."

Adam laughed harder at the mental image Tanya had given him.

When they both could breathe again, Tanya kissed him.

"Being an international recording artist was nice for me, but all that time I missed you. When I was on my way to the wedding, part of me couldn't wait to see you again. And now that I am with you, I don't want to leave."

Adam smiled and kissed her again. "I don't want to leave either. But there is some major butt that needs to be kicked."

Adam glanced at his watch and then back at Tanya. "And I have a son that should be getting up by now."

"And I should be getting to the girls. I have to get ready."

They shared one final kiss and went their separate ways.

An hour later

Billy and Kat walked in the door and headed to the kitchen. Adam, Tommy, and Kim were sitting in the kitchen with their kids having breakfast.

"Good morning Billy, Kat. What you got there?" asked Kim as she poured milk into the kids cereal bowl.

Kat helped Billy take the pack off. "Thankfully, I had all my old gadgets and tools in storage." He reached into the bag and pulled out several small baggies. "These are homing devices. The girls will be wearing these on their person. If something should happen to them, I will be able to find them."

Billy paused when he saw Adam flinch involuntarily.

"The homing devices are gonna be tied to the Megaship."

He glanced at Kim. "I know you wanted to be part of this little operation. If you want you can be the one to monitor them."

Kim smiled a small smile. 'Thank you Billy. That means a lot to me. I hate being out of the action. I guess it's a ranger thing."

Tommy walked up behind her and put his arms around her waist.

"And I love that about you." Billy rolled his eyes. At that moment his communicator beeped.

"Billy here."

"Greetings Billy. I am ready to activate the homing devices. The rangers are standing by to teleport."

"Go ahead Alpha. Kim and the kids will be ready soon. Andros and the rest of the rangers can come when their ready."

"Affirmative. I am activating the homing devices now."

Billy checked and saw the tiny lights on the devices were glowing.

"Their working. You have them on radar?"

"Affirmative! I have all of them on radar. The other rangers are teleporting as we speak. They will be there any moment."

"Thanks Alpha. Billy out."

"He looked at the kids and Kimberly. Are you guys almost ready to go on the ship?"

Kim looked at her kids. "Did you guys pack your bags?"

Terra nodded. "Yes Ma'am."

"We both packed last night." finished TJ.

Andros smirked. Before Karone had been taken. They both seemed to finish each others sentences.

"And you Ty?" asked Adam using his son's nick name. "Yes Dad. I did that last night."

"Good. Why not go finish the rest of your morning routine."

Tyler didn't need to be told twice and did exactly as his dad said. It wasn't long before the twins followed suit.

And soon it was time for them to depart. Tyler hugged his dad tight. "Don't forget to practice your katas every day. I will test you when all this is over."

"Yes Dad. I won't forget."

"Good. I love you Son."

"Love you too Dad."

At the same time Tommy was speaking quietly to his kids.

"I expect you to keep up with you're exercises as well."

"Yes sir!"

TJ looked at the ground. Tommy noticed.

He pulled his son into a hug. "I know TJ. I know you wish you could join your sister. But you did the right thing keeping your sister safe. When you get out of the cast. I bet I can talk the others into a mock battle and then you can take us all on."

TJ grinned at the thought. "I love you dad. You're the best!"

"That's my job. I'll see you later."

TJ hugged his dad tighter and then let go.

"Kick that guys butt for me."

Jason laughed. "I'm afraid your dad will have to get in line behind me and Billy."

"You guys all ready?" asked Andros.

"If you don't mind I need another minute with my Kim. You can go ahead and teleport the kids.

Andros nodded understandingly. And a second later the kids were gone.

Tommy led Kim out onto the porch.

They looked at each other for a second. And then they met each other in a hot kiss. When they pulled away. Kim wiped away a tear.

"Be careful Handsome."

Tommy held her close in his arms. "I will. I am not going to lose you again. If anyone should be worried it should be Demetrius."

Tommy kissed her again. "I can't wait for all this to be over and done with. I love you Beautiful."

They met with one more kiss. And then reluctantly they both walked back into the kitchen.

"I'll see you soon, Beautiful."

"I can't wait Handsome."

After one more kiss, Tommy stepped back and watched Kim disappear.

With the kids and Kim gone, it was all business.

Tommy and Jason stood in front of the others with the posture befitting their places on the team.

David felt like he was watching the briefing before the battle. It seemed so strange to be in the only civilian in big group of rangers.

Tommy looked at the red space ranger. "Andros, what were you able to gather about our target?"

Andros stepped forward. "Alpha has discovered that Demetrius has gotten bolder. He can usually be seen on his yacht, The Double Dragon at the beach, and around one marital arts tournament or another. And he likes to hang around the Mount Olympus Gentleman's Club. Or he could be at his mansion. But he is always surrounded by his entourage."

Tommy grimaced. He really wasn't the type to go anywhere near a strip club. He looked at Billy.

"You are the only one familiar with this city. Are there any tournaments going on right now?"

Billy looked at the calendar on the wall. "Not at the moment. Perhaps one of the teams here could shadow his dojo."

Jason was nodded. "Good idea."

"Now, I think a couple of you can head to the beach."

And that leaves the gentleman's club and the mansion."

He looked at the rangers who were watching him intently.

"This morning Jason and I had a discussion over the teams. This is a dangerous situation. We all know that in order for this to work, we need to keep ourselves focused. So we have decided to split all the couples up. We cannot afford for anyone of you to let your emotions get in the way."

Adam looked down. He hated it. But he knew that Tommy spoke the truth. He looked back up.

"Adam, Trini, and Andros, I am grouping you together with David. I want you to shadow the Dojo. How you shadow is up to you."

"Jason, Zhane, Aisha, and Tanya, Cassie, and Zack, I am sending you to the beach."

"Billy and Kat will be prime targets since Demetrius knows they are connected to Kim and the kids. So, they will be staying at the house. They are acting as backup. They can be teleported by the Megaship if they are needed."

"That leaves six of us left. We will be splitting up into two teams and will be out and about the town."

Tommy passed around a picture of Demetrius and his student turned Henchmen. "If any of you see this guy around, contact me or Jason."

Tommy looked at the blue ninja. "Billy?"

Billy and Kat began passing out the homing devices. 'These homing devices are connected to the mega ship. Should anything go wrong, Alpha will be able to pinpoint your location and we can send help."

Tommy stepped forward again.

"That's all we can do ladies. The rest is up to you. This is your plan, all I ask is for you girls to be absolutely careful. Flirt, play around and do what you need to do, but don't let things get out of hand. You girls are the heart of the power rangers. And none of us want to lose you."

Jason made his presence known. "We still have no idea what kind of surveillance this guy has or if he has any at all. So we will be following the procedure and leave this house in a staggering pattern."

Tommy addressed the former rangers. "Tonight, we are going to split into smaller groups and canvass the city. We will go from club to club. I hardly doubt that you need to hear the safety rules for clubbing. At the clubs the men will need to withdraw and let the women do their thing."

Jason stepped forward again. "To prevent any major drama later only you single people will go into the gentlemen's club and accompany Aisha and Cassie. Are you two up to it?"

The girls looked at each other. "Yes, we can do that. We'll do what ever it takes."

Tommy looked each ranger, former and current, in the eye. "Let me say once again for you girls to be careful. And I need each and everyone of you to bury your heart and feelings. Be smart and look out for each other. Now are there any questions?"

Silence

"Alright then. Lets get going."

And again we come to the end of another chapter. I hope you guys are enjoying this story! I am enjoying writing it!

Up next, the plan is put into action

see you next chapter!

RIP Eric Frank

RIP Thuy Trang