Disclaimer: I only wish that I owned the power rangers. One can dream, can't they?

Jason left his apartment around eleven the next morning, heading for a local Italian restaurant. He was meeting Harold for lunch, and to get all the paperwork that he would need to take back to Virginia to settle his parents' estate. He got in his car and pulled out of the parking lot, heading for the restaurant.

Harold was waiting for him and he stood up as Jason walked over to the table. Harold held out his hand, shaking Jason's. "Glad you could join me, Jason," he said. "I thought this would be a better atmosphere than my office."

Jason shook Harold's hand and took the seat across from him. "Just admit it, Harold," he said. "You wanted to get out of there more than me."

Harold smiled at Jason. "I wanted a place where I could have mindless conversation," he said. "And no one would think me strange."

Jason chuckled. "I think you could go to anyplace here in Angel Grove," he said. "After all the monster attacks, no one would think mindless conversation was anything other than normal."

Harold chuckled, as Jason picked up his menu.

The waiter came over and took their orders, then left them alone.

Harold looked at Jason. "All the paperwork has been processed," he said. "I have everything you'll need to settle the estate. All you'll need to do is take it to my friend that I told you about. He'll handle the legal aspect of it. That way you can concentrate on things you need to do with the house."

Jason sat back in his chair as the waiter brought their drinks and salads. He looked at Harold as the waiter walked away. "I appreciate all that you've done for me," he said. "And not just the legal part of it." He sat forward. "I appreciate the friendship you've shown me as well," Jason said. "I hope that, once this is all taken care of, we can keep in touch. Have lunch or dinner once in a while."

Harold's face split into a wide grin. "I'd like that, Jason," he said. "My children have all moved far away. My wife passed away three years ago, so, I don't have much company these days."

Jason smiled at Harold. "Well," he said. "I'll do my best to change that." He gave a little chuckle. "Of course, once you meet a couple of my friends," he said. "You may change your mind."

Harold chuckled and picked up his fork. "Let's eat first," he said. "I may need all the strength I can get if I have to deal with teenagers."

Two hours later, Jason said goodbye to Harold, promising to call him when he got back from Virginia. He had a thick manila envelope full of the papers he would need to get the estate taken care of. He climbed in his car and headed for his apartment.

Jason got back to his apartment to find a message on his answering machine. He played it back, standing there listening to it.

"Jason this is Agent Phelps from the FBI. The preliminary trial is going to be held in the federal court in Los Angeles, Thursday morning at nine. Agent Summers and I will pick you up at seven that morning and take you there. Would you please call me to let me know that you got this message."

Jason picked up his phone and called Agent Phelps, assuring him that he would be ready and waiting for him Thursday morning. He hung up the phone and took the envelope Harold had given him into his bedroom. He put it with his other papers that were on his dresser. He left this bedroom and headed out again. He got in his car and headed for the store.

Cummings sat in one of the interrogation rooms and looked at his lawyer, anger filling him. "What do you mean, you can't get me out of here," he demanded. "How much was the bail the judge set?"

His lawyer shook his head. "The judge didn't set bail," he said. "He did not even want to hear the case. Sent it right on to the federal court. The hearing is Thursday morning."

Cummings sat back in his chair, his anger almost to the boiling point. "This is all the fault of that Scott boy," he growled. "If he hadn't turned those documents over to the police, no one would know what I've been doing for years."

His lawyer looked at him, nodding his head in agreement. "The only way they were able to get the search warrants was because of those documents," he said. "But, what they found at your home and business is enough to hang you. There is no way any judge will grant you bail."

Cummings leaned forward, his eyes flashing fire. "Then you need to find another way for me to get out of here," he said. "I'm not going to let Jason Scott get away with this. He is going to pay."

Cummings' lawyer stood up, shaking his head. "I'll represent you in the trial on Thursday," he said. "But, after that, you need to find someone else. I refuse to help you kill someone, no matter what he's done." He left the room without another word.

Cummings watched him go and his anger reached the boiling point. He looked up as Agent Phelps came into the room, followed by three more agents from the FBI.

Phelps smiled at Cummings. "Time for you to go back to your cell," he said. "Your visitor time is over."

Cummings stood up and let them escort him from the room and back to his cell. He had to find a way out of here. He lay down on his bunk as they locked the door and left him alone.

Jason finished putting his important papers into the filing cabinet he had just bought. He filed the most important papers near the front of the cabinet, so that he could grab what he needed when he went back to Virginia. He glanced at the clock and hurried into his bedroom to get changed. He came out in a nice shirt and pair of pants, with a light jacket over the shirt. He grabbed his wallet and keys and headed out the door.

Tommy opened the door at Jason's knock and gave him a smile. "I'll be ready in a minute, Jase," he said. "Come on in. Amanda is meeting us at Kim's house. She's having her mom drop her off there."

Jason entered the house and stood by the door as Tommy grabbed his jacket. He opened the door as Tommy walked over to him. "Thanks for driving, Jase," he said. "My car should be out of the shop tomorrow."

Jason grinned at him as they walked out and headed for his car. "No problem, bro," he said. "I'm looking forward to this dinner."

Tommy got into the passenger side as Jason got behind the wheel. They backed out of the driveway and headed for Kim's house.

Kim smiled at Amanda as they finished getting their make-up on. She was looking forward to this night. She looked up as she heard a car pull into the driveway. "They're actually on time," she said. "We'd better not keep them waiting."

Amanda smiled at her. "Where are they taking us," she asked.

Kim shrugged. "Jason didn't say," she said. "All I could get out of him was that it was nice, but casual. Not too fancy, but they did have dancing there."

Amanda smiled and put her make-up back in her case. "I'm ready whenever you are, Kim" she said.

Kim put her make-up away and checked her appearance in the mirror one more time. "Let's go," she said and they headed out of her bedroom.

Jason and Tommy were in the family room, waiting on them. They stood up as the girls entered the room.

Jason walked over to Kim, pulling her into a hug. "You look real nice," he said.

Kim smiled at him. "Thank you," she said. "You don't look so bad yourself."

Jason grinned and turned to see Tommy giving Amanda a gentle kiss.

Tommy looked up and blushed as Jason grinned wider at him. "Not a word," he said.

Jason shook his head. "Not one," he said. "Should we get going?"

Tommy hooked his arm around Amanda and nodded. "Yes," he said. "I'm starting to get hungry."

Jason held his arm out to Kim. "Shall we," he asked.

Kim giggled and hooked her arm in his. "Yes," she said. "I can't wait to see this place."

They all said goodbye to Jennifer and walked out the door.

Jason held the car door open and closed it when he was sure that she was in all the way. He walked around to the driver's side as Tommy closed the back door behind Amanda. Jason got in and started the car as Tommy climbed into the back. Jason glanced in his rearview mirror, just happening to see Tommy pull Amanda close to him, his arm around her shoulders. Jason smiled and backed the car out of the driveway. He drove them to the restaurant and found a parking space.

Kim looked at Jason as they pulled into the seafood place. "Jason," she said. "This is the place I've been wanting to try. How did you know?"

Jason grinned at her as he shut the car off. "Your mom said something about it," he said. "Is this place okay?"

Kim nodded. "It's more than okay," she said. "It's great."

Jason smiled and got out of the car, coming around to open the door for her.

Tommy pulled Jason aside before they opened the doors for the girls. "Thanks Jase," he said. "Are you sure you don't want any money from me?"

Jason shook his head. "Don't worry about, bro," he said. "Tonight's on me."

Tommy smiled at him and they opened the doors for the girls, letting them get out.

The hostess smiled at them as they walked into the restaurant. "May I help you," she asked.

Jason nodded. "We have a reservation in the name of Scott," he said.

The hostess checked her book and nodded. "Oh yes," she said. "Follow me."

Kim wrapped her arm around Jason's waist as they walked to the table. She smiled at him as he held the chair out for her.

Jason took the seat to her right as Tommy held Amanda's chair out for her. Tommy sat down next to Amanda. They were at a cozy table for four, overlooking the lake near the restaurant.

The waiter came over and took their drink orders, then left to get them. When he returned, he got their appetizer and meal orders and left them in peace.

Kim moved her chair so that she was right next to Jason. "This is even nicer than I thought it would be," she said. "Thank you."

Jason smiled at her, giving her a quick kiss. "You're welcome."

Tommy heard the music playing and saw some couples move out onto the dance floor. He took Amanda's hand and smiled at her. "Care to dance," he asked.

Amanda smiled at him and nodded. "I'd love to," she said.

The two of them excused themselves and went out onto the dance floor.

Tommy pulled Amanda close to him as they swayed to the music. He put his mouth near her ear. "There's something I've been wanting to tell you," he whispered.

Amanda pulled her head back and looked at him in puzzlement. "What is it," she asked.

Tommy looked into her eyes and smiled softly. "I love you," he said, his voice soft.

Amanda smiled at him, her eyes dancing brightly. "I love you too, Tommy," she said. "I have for a while now."

Tommy leaned down and kissed her, pulling her tightly against him.

Amanda returned his kiss and melted into him.

They broke apart and Amanda rested her head against his chest, relishing the feeling of just being in his arms.

Tommy gave a contented sigh and held her tightly as they continued to dance. He thought that she fit perfectly into his arms, like it was supposed to be her there.

Jason grabbed Kim's hand and pulled her to her feet. "May I have this dance," he asked.

Kim smiled at him and nodded. "Of course," she said.

Jason led her onto the dance floor and pulled her close, letting her rest her head on his chest. He had needed this night, just some time to relax and concentrate on his relationship with Kim. He pulled her tighter against him, feeling her relax and sway along with him to the music.

Kim rested her head on Jason's chest, listening to his heartbeat. She loved this man so much. She let out a contented sigh as he pulled her closer. Her left arm tightened around his back, pressing her body against his. She let him lead her across the dance floor, just enjoying being in his arms.

A few hours later, Jason walked Kim to her door. They had all ready dropped Tommy and Amanda off and now, it was just the two of them.

Kim turned to Jason as they reached her door. "I don't want this night to end," she said softly as she wrapped her arms around his neck. "It was wonderful. Thank you."

Jason put his arms around her waist, smiling at her. "You're welcome," he said. "I'm glad you enjoyed it. That was the whole idea." He lowered his head to hers, kissing her softly.

Kim tightened her arms around his neck, pulling him closer as the kiss deepened. She felt her heart beat a little faster, her pulse quickening.

Jason tightened his arms around her, pulling her closer. He broke the kiss, reluctantly, putting his forehead against hers, his eyes closed. "I love you, Kim," he whispered.

Kim put her mouth on his once more, kissing him deeply. "I love you too, Jason," she whispered as she pulled back from the kiss. "Forever."

Jason released her and stepped back. "Good night, Kim," he said. "I'll see you tomorrow."

Kim smiled at him and opened her door, entering the house and closing the door behind her. She leaned against the door, a contented smile on her face. She looked forward to the day that they could go home together after a night like this. She let a little sigh slip out and walked up the stairs, going to her room.

Jason turned and walked back to his car, his heart soaring. The more time he spent with Kim, the more his love for her grew. He wanted to spend many more nights like this with her. He climbed into his car and started it, feeling a little bit more like himself. He backed the car out of the driveway and headed for his apartment.

Jason unlocked his door and entered his apartment, locking the door behind him. He took his jacket off and threw it onto the couch, his wallet and keys going on the coffee table. He headed for his bedroom, wanting to get changed and relax in front of the TV for a little while. He entered his bedroom and went over to his dresser, pulling one of the drawers open. He heard a slight noise behind him. Before he could turn around, a rope passed before his eyes and went around his neck, tightening viciously and cutting off his air.

A/N: Sorry. More next time.