Notes: face cast for Angela is Laura Harrier.

Close Encounters of the Fourth Kind

Three Weeks Later

Over the course of the days that passed, Tommy and Tamsin made friends with Jason, Billy, and Zack. Tommy and Jason talked sports quite a bit while Zack and Tommy spoke of hip hop and music. Tommy introduced him to Native rappers that Zack had no idea existed. Billy loved being able to speak tech to Tamsin, who, besides Trini, could understand his techno-speak. Overall, they were all becoming friends and the rangers had to admit, it felt good to have normal, non-alien powered friends. Most of the days they had lunch together either at the bleachers at the football field or a corner in the cafeteria. On occasion, when Trini and Tamsin would hang out after school, Trini would show Tamsin some tai chi or yoga at her special spot on the mountain and Tamsin would show Trini some boxing combinations.

The rangers kept their training at a couple times per week. Zack was very appreciative as he had wanted to pick up extra shifts at the restaurant he bused tables at to earn more money for his mother's care. He continued to do his daredevil videos on YouTube for extra money, but he knew he couldn't do the insane videos people would've paid good money to see without raising suspicions. Billy loved spending time at the ship studying its tech. He and Alpha had been working on devices to communicate with each other and possibly for teleportation to bypass the water. Also, a device to morph without being on the ship's bridge. They were aware there was a way, but with these devices, or morphers as Billy was affectionately calling them, it'd make it so much easier. Jason started spending time with his dad, learning about commercial fishing and just continuing to fix their relationship. For Kimberly, the relationship with her parents stayed close to the same as her mother worked long hours and her father would bring his work home. But they weren't being overbearing any longer and gave her a bit more space since her grades picked up, she wasn't getting into trouble, and volunteering to help paint the buildings downtown. And Trini was just glad to be able to do her yoga in peace. Sure, she was developing a new relationship with her parents, being able to speak more openly with them and them slowly but surely accepting the person she was growing into, but she missed her alone time. Plus, she was so glad to be able to continue her tai chi training, despite having to keep her strength in check.

Thankfully there hadn't been any strange attacks since Rockstar, which the rangers were thankful for, but Zordon had said not to get too comfortable. Knowing Rita, she was preparing something big.

All the while, unknowingly to the rangers and Zordon, Rita had been able to communicate with Goldar and his newly created partner, Scorpina. She was able to send them weapons and even allow them a few putties so they could plan their attack. They were a scary force. Goldar with his face of a rabid badger, canine teeth long and sticking out of his furred face with red eyes. His hands clawed and strong, and a tail with hairs sticking out straight. His weapon was a thick and heavy sword; very fitting for him. Scorpina, however, was even more monstrous. Her face was almost like an angler fish, but not. And any skin that showed was black and shiny just like the exoskeleton of a scorpion and her hands were crossed between a scorpion's claws and a humanoid hand. She also had a long, thin tail with a venomous stinger that she itched to use. Her weapon was different, almost like a big boomerang, but with sharp edges. It worked as a sword but also to throw. They were both ready, just waiting for Rita to give word.

U.S. history was never really the most fun class for Trini, especially how history was always so white washed, and now Mr. Thompson wanted the class to pick out partners to do projects on specific events. Thankfully Angela Williams had gone up to Trini and asked to be partners. She was a smart girl who never dicked around in class and she was also always nice to Trini and other "unpopular" kids. Maybe this project wouldn't suck so badly.

They were assigned to manifest destiny and Trini rolled her eyes. She hated that topic. When class was over, thankfully being the last class of the day, Angela walked with Trini to her locker to start some sort of plan.

"We've got until next week for the presentation. I'm thinking we should meet up tomorrow evening and start brainstorming?" Angela spoke as they reached Trini's locker.

"Yeah, that sounds good," Trini replied as she opened her locker and began to rummage.

"I'm kind of thinking, maybe making a Then-And-Now map?"

Trini shrugged, "It's an idea."

"Hey, Crazy Girl! How's it going?!" Zack exclaimed as he walked up to the girls, then stopped and turned red, "Oh, h-hey, Angela. What's up?" He smiled a crooked, goofy grin and straightened his shoulders.

"Hi, uh, Zack? Right?" Angela sheepishly asked.

"Yeah, that's me, the Zackman!" Zack's jaw tightened and he stiffened.

Trini groaned and rolled her eyes thinking how lame he sounded as she finished up gathering her things. "So, anyways, Angela, here's my number. Just send me a text if you get any ideas." Trini handed her a ripped piece of paper.

"Got it, thanks." Angela put the paper in her bag and turned to Zack, "See ya. Bye, Trini." Then she walked off.

"Jeez, Zack, you turned all kinds of red," Trini teased, lightly hitting Zack in the stomach.

"I mean, can you blame me? Angela is so smart and beautiful and nice and has great fashion sense. You feel me on that, right?"

Trini nodded, "Yeah, she is pretty hot." Trini closed her locker and began walking, Zack right beside her, "Are we training today?"

"Yeah. We're meeting at Kim's car."

Except Kimberly wasn't there, not yet. She was going to be a little late meeting with her friends because she was currently being extremely cliché and getting to know Tommy a little more, but without words, and down in the basement leveled floor that was cleared out, against the wall by the stairs. Only, she had him pinned against the wall, her body against his while her fists were clenching his jacket while his hands laid at her waist, his lips the softest she'd ever kissed. Even softer than Amanda Clark's and that's saying something. His breath was also very minty, not tasting like Gatorade or soda like Ty Flemming's. Also, unlike Ty- or every previous boyfriend she'd had- Tommy's hands weren't roaming. He placed them on her waist and they stayed there. Even when she moved her hands from his neck, to his chest, before clenching his jacket; his hands never moved. They must've been making out for a while because Kimberly's phone was blowing up; she ignored it. However, once Tommy's went off, they separated, but Kimberly didn't let go of his jacket or move herself off him.

"That's probably Tamsin," he said while reaching to his back pocket for his cell.

"She's waiting for you."

"Yeah, I'm keeping her waiting. Just a bit."

"Just a bit?" Kimberly teased, smiling brightly.

"Yeah, just a bit." Tommy returned the smile then looked at his phone and it faltered a bit before he closed his eyes and blushed. "Oh wow," he mumbled.

"What?"

"Nothing," he said quickly, hiding his phone.

"Did she say something bad?" Kimberly was very curious.

"No," Tommy said, "She just made a crude joke."

"Really?!" Kimberly said excitedly, "Let me see!" She reached for his phone, but he pulled back. "C'mon," she begged.

Tommy laughed then said, "No, it's embarrassing." He removed himself from her grip and tried to get away, all while laughing before he put his phone away.

"I can't even imagine Tamsin being crude," Kimberly mentioned, leaning against the wall with her arms crossed, an airy look on her face.

"Oh, she can be."

"Should be fun for Trini." She paused when Tommy looked away, trying not to laugh. "Anyways, I guess we should head out. People are waiting for us." She straightened up and slowly walked forward. "We shouldn't keep them waiting. It's rude." A flirtatious smile appeared on her face and she kept walking forward.

"Very rude," Tommy all but whispered as he looked at Kimberly, dumbfounded.

Kimberly reached him and grabbed the collar of his shirt and pulled him down, bringing their lips together. She took a deep breath and moved back. "We shouldn't be rude. C'mon." Kimberly released her hold and began walking toward the stairs with Tommy following her.

Once out, they kissed one more time, promising to text later in the evening before parting ways.

Training that evening was filled with the boys teasing the girls and Trini making a comment about Zack making a mess of himself in front of Angela. They had gotten better at fighting the putties and using team work. One of the boys launching one of the girls in the air to do an airstrike type attack was probably their favorite move.

"Okay, guys," Jason started, walking to stand in front of them, "Let's do some weapons training."

"Aw yeah!" Zack exclaimed. He loved any reason to pull out his ax and use it, especially the secondary canon weapon.

More simulated putties formed and each ranger paired off with a single putty. Then the training began. Jason had little issues at fight, but then he attempted to use his sword with his left arm and was thrown into a wall. Zack easily sliced his putty in half, simply dodging a punch and then swinging his ax as if he were chopping at a tree. Billy used his lance in its staff form and twirled it like a baton before taking out his putty. Trini flipped over her putty, landing on its shoulders before stabbing it with her daggers in the neck. Kimberly used her bow like a staff, pushing the putty back before sending three arrows into its chest.

"Well, that's the last time I use my left arm," Jason grumbled as he rolled his shoulder. "Okay, two at a time!"

Training lasted another hour and a half. It ended with minimal bruising to the rangers, especially since they trained with their armor. After they disengaged their armor, their small wounds revealed. Thankfully they weren't obvious nor alarming. The group gathered their belongings, said their goodbyes to Zordon and Alpha, and made their way through the water before landing on the top of the cliff.

Trini rung out her hair and huffed, "I hate going through that water."

Zack nodded in agreement but said nothing.

"Oh, guys!" Billy exclaimed, "I forgot! So, as you guys know, Alpha and I have been working on a device to help us bypass the water, right? Like, teleport from our current location to the ship's bridge." He paused and saw everyone either nod or stare expectantly at him. He continued, "So yeah, it's just about done. We just gotta run a few more tests and it should be good to go! Oh! And best part? We'll be able to communicate through it!"

"Communicate? Like a phone? That's the best part?" Zack teased.

"Oh, right, heh."

"This is great news, Billy," Jason said, putting a tentative hand on Billy's shoulder, "Can't wait to see the finished product."

They continued to chat as they made their way down the mountain before Kimberly slowed down to walk with Trini, who was busy on texting.

"Texting someone important?" Kimberly teased. Trini smirked before sending a last text and putting her phone in the pocket of her jacket. "So, I have this dumb idea," Kim started, "Tommy really wanted to go bowling and I remember how you mentioned Tamsin loved ice skating so I was thinking we should do, like, a double date over at Pickwick?"

Trini raised her eye brow, "A double date? Hm, you're right. That is a dumb idea."

"Oh, c'mon," Kimberly whined, grabbing onto Trini's sleeve, "It'll be fun. Me and Tommy against you and Tamsin. Or, you and I against them?"

"How about me and Tommy against you and Tamsin?" Kimberly gave her a pointed look. A groan then escaped Trini's mouth, "Fine. When is this happening?"

"Friday."

The week flew by and it was Friday, last period of the day, bell about to ring. Thankfully for Trini, Angela and she were already more halfway through their project. They went with Angela's before-and-after map idea, which Trini designed and colored then they found a segment by PBS about the annexation of the south west to the United States. They took out specific points from the video to show to the class and made a power point. The way it was going, Trini wouldn't have to worry about this project during the weekend which made her happy as it gave her time to think about how to talk to Tamsin about going to the fall masquerade dance.

It wasn't that Trini wanted to really go to the dance- she hated school dances- but she had never had a group of friends to go together with, let alone a girlfriend. If she even is, Trini thought to herself, Don't jump to conclusions. That was another topic she needed to speak to Tamsin about, but she wasn't very good at speaking about these things. Any past girl experience was just that; an experience. There was only one girl whom she liked that liked her back that she might've considered a girlfriend. They weren't out, but they were 14 and they'd hold each other's hands in the dark and kiss when the lights went out. Unfortunately, it ended when her mother walked in on them holding each other while sleeping, and her dad having to be transferred which resulted in them having to move yet again.

Trini shook her head at the thoughts. She didn't want to dwell on the past. She was happy in the present, she had great friends, a possible- most likely- girlfriend, an improving relationship with her parents, and she was a superhero. There wasn't much more she could ask for. She just needed to know how to approach Tamsin on the subject and there was only one person she could ask that about. She grabbed her cell and opened up the messages.

Kimmy Gibbler

You (2:55 pm): Hey Gibbler, I really need to talk to you about something

Kimmy Gibbler (2:55 pm): whats up?

You (2:56 pm): How do you ask someone if it's okay to make things official?

Kimmy Gibbler (2:56 pm): official?

Trini rolled her eyes and groaned.

You (2:56 pm): Yes. Like dating?

Kimmy Gibbler (2:57 pm): oh... well talk to her i guess? i mean tommy and i haven't really talked about it yet either... just kinda testing the waters.

You (2:57 pm): Kimmy... You've already been sucking face with him. Tamsin and I haven't even kissed.

Kimmy Gibbler (2:58 pm): ok thats rude...

Kimmy Gibbler (2:58 pm): look, just talk to her tonight when we're ice skating. you want to be her gf right?

You (2:59 pm): Yes.

Kimmy Gibbler (2:59 pm): then just tell her that. thats what im gonna do with tommy tonight because... im actually really liking him.

You (2:59 pm): Okay... Yeah, I really like Tamsin too.

Kimmy Gibbler (2:59 PM): itll be ok. ok? great. cya in a few! *multi colored heart emojis*

Trini smiled and put her phone away as the bell rang. She gathered her things and headed out to meet Kim at her car. Plan tonight: Get home, get ready, ice skate, then kick some ass at bowling and try to be suave and ask to make things official. Should be easy, right?

The excitement of going bowling grew in Tommy. He hadn't bowled in almost two years and when Kimberly had mentioned bowling, he all but jumped in the air. He wasn't as excited about the ice skating part but was happy for Tamsin because that was something she very much enjoyed and he noticed that since their mother passed away, Tamsin hadn't enjoyed much of anything. But when Kimberly had suggested a double date ice skating, Tamsin's eyes brightened so much so Tommy made sure to agree to it. The bowling was just the cherry on top for the night.

The plan was for them to meet at Pickwick and they'd eat pizza there then ice skate followed by bowling. Tommy had suggested they carpool and he'd pick everyone up, but Kimberly said it'd be easier for her to pick up Trini and they'd meet them there. He assumed she just wanted to have girl time with her friend. It was fine, it gave him time to chill and braid his hair. He didn't want to spend too much time on deciding on what to wear, so he just settled on jeans, a green and grey baseball style shirt, and a black dickies jacket. He felt good.

He waited some time before checking his phone. They were supposed to meet the girls at 5:30 and it was already 5:10pm. "Tammy! You almost ready?!" he called out.

There was a pause before "Tomas, I swear you better stop calling me that! And yeah, I'm coming!" After a moment, she appeared from the back of the house. "How do I look?"

Tamsin had her hair in a chonga bun, black skinny jeans, a black and white plaid long sleeve, and her brown suede jacket with the black hood. Tommy smiled and nodded, "You look good, big sis. Trini is going to swoon."

A relieved breath escaped Tamsin's mouth as she relaxed and said, "Kim too."

"Of course they are," Tommy said, "We're beautiful!" He laughed.

"You're so stupid," Tamsin teased, "Okay, we should go."

"Man, I was waiting for your slow ass." He was rewarded with a smack on his arm. He shot Kimberly a quick text that they were on their way.

Tommy O

Tommy O (5:13 pm): On our way *wink emoji*

You (5:13 pm): meet u there *kiss emoji*

Kimberly put her phone away and grabbed her maroon leather jacket off Trini's desk chair, "They're on their way. Let's go." Kimberly couldn't help but feel excited like a kid going to their first party. She'd done double dates before, but this felt different. It felt genuine, something Kimberly hadn't really felt before.

Trini made an affirmation and grabbed her gold bomber and they headed down the stairs of Trini's home. "Mamí!" she called out, "We're leaving!"

"When will you be back?" June asked, stepping out from the kitchen.

"Um, I dunno, maybe 12? That okay?"

June made a face, "11."

Trini paused for a moment then nodded and said, "Okay. Thanks, Mamí. Bye."

"Bye Mrs. Kwan!" Kimberly bid before stepping outside with Trini.

They got into Kimberly's car, she started the ignition and they were off.

"So how are we going to bowl tonight?" Kimberly asked, not taking her eyes off the road.

Trini shrugged, "How crappy of a bowler are you?"

Kimberly laughed, "I'm not horrible."

"That sounds promising," Trini said, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "So, Billy said these communicator things are almost done. The communication function works but the teleportation function still has some kinks to work out. He's going to show us tomorrow after detention. Speaking of which, when are you done?"

"Oh, Jason and I are in for the rest of the semester," Kimberly groaned. She couldn't deny she didn't deserve it, but it still annoyed her that she was in more trouble for punching out Ty's tooth than for leaking Amanda's picture. "Pretty sure Billy has at least another month."

"I have one more week." Trini laughed, "I think Zack's gonna be there the rest of the year and next."

Kimberly chuckled, "You're probably right."

The rest of the drive was quick and when they drove into the parking lot, they saw that the Oliver twins were already there and waiting outside. Kimberly and Trini exited the sedan and began to walk over to them.

"Hey, you," Tommy greeted Kimberly before leaning down and placing a quick kiss on her lips.

Kimberly noticed Trini and Tamsin hugging each other hello before turning towards them. "I don't know about you guys, but I'm starving." They headed inside and took the first open tablet they could find.

The pizza was good and greasy, and the soda was cold and refreshing, and holding Tamsin's hand under the table was a special kind of good. Trini had to admit, the double date was a good idea. But she'd never admit it to Kim. The stories the twins would tell were hilarious, like how they had a cousin their age, whom they were close to, who had an older sibling who would torment them, but in an older sibling way. Or when Tamsin and Tommy were wrestling once and they knocked over a table, effectively breaking their mother's lamp. That's when she learned that "la chancla" was across many cultures. Even Kim had mentioned being familiar with it.

Once they were done with their food, they went to rent their skates. "I got this," Trini said as she gave the cashier money for both her and Tamsin's rentals.

"Okay, but I got the bowling."

"Okay." Trini blushed when Tamsin hugged her then kissed the side of her head.

Once on the ice, Trini learned that she was worse at ice skating than she initially thought. She had always hated roller blading but this was much worse. Tamsin had stayed near her, but Trini told her to go out in the rink and have fun, that she'd eventually make it off the wall, but that was at least 15 minutes ago. Kimberly wasn't having issues at all and Tommy looked stiff, but was managing. Tamsin however moved like a professional. She sped around the rink, went backwards, and even spun a little. Trini was in such awe that she didn't care she barely moved five feet since Tamsin left her.

It did make her feel a little inadequate though. Trini tried to straighten herself up and then pushed herself forward, finally letting go of the railing. She wobbled forward, but she was moving. She tried to move her foot to push herself forward, but a weird and uncomfortable feeling shot up her leg. She gritted her teeth, clenched her fists, and stiffened again. This wasn't how she imagined ice skating going.

Then someone came at her side and held her arm, "Need help?" Tamsin asked.

"Nah, I got this," Trini replied, trying to be nonchalant and hide her embarrassment, "Just have to get my bearings back."

"After 20 minutes?" Tamsin teased.

"Yes." Truthfully, Trini was very embarrassed. She wanted to keep playing calm and cool, but the blush on her cheeks was very apparent and she felt like an idiot. What kind of girl can't ice skate?

"Here," Tamsin said as she moved one arm around Trini's waist while using the other to hold her arm, "Hang onto me," she paused when Trini put her hand on hers, "And I'll guide us forward, okay?"

Arms tightened around each other, but Trini couldn't tell if it was Tamsin, herself, or both. "Okay."

They both moved forward. They were very stiff, but they were moving. "See? Not so scary, right?" Tamsin asked softly.

"Yeah, right," Trini replied, unsure of herself.

"I got you." And Tamsin pushed them forward again, but a little harder this time and Trini picked up her feet, trying to keep her balance. She tightened her hold on Tamsin, acutely aware that she had to be careful not to grip too hard because of her super strength. "Little more," Tamsin said, pushing forward again. Slowly, Trini was loosening her body and her back was straightening. She felt a little freer and balanced enough that she began to loosen her hold on Tamsin. She even used her own feet to push herself forward, going towards a corner in the rink. "You're doing great, Trin."

And that little nickname did something to her. She blanked out and moved her foot, but the blade caught on her other foot and she lost her balance. Of course it would happen when she was finally getting comfortable. It was almost in slow motion; Trini trying to find her balance to prevent the inevitable fall to the ground. Try as she might with flailing arms, she was going down and hitting her knees on the ice was going to hurt.

But she never hit the ground. Instead, Tamsin grabbed her arm and in a mess of limbs, she was able to prevent them both from falling when she caught Trini and brought her back up to her feet. Tamsin had Trini against her with her arms around her waist as she held her close. They were face to face. "I told you I got you," Tamsin whispered.

And there, in that moment, those six words whispered to her engulfed her and Trini couldn't be bothered with anything else. She looked into Tamsin's dark brown eyes and could see that any feelings she had, Tamsin definitely returned. "I- I didn't d-," she stuttered, wanting to say "doubt you," but she couldn't get it out. She swallowed her fear and moved forward, lifting herself up and finally, after two weeks of coffee dates, park dates, hanging out dates, looks that lasted longer than they should've, she finally she kissed her. She kissed her with all the built-up feelings she had that she couldn't even begin to name. Without breaking their kiss, Trini took a deep breath and could smell Tamsin's spearmint soap and it was the best scent she could ever smell. She grabbed onto Tamsin's sleeves and pulled her closer as Tamsin's hand moved around her back.

"Finally!" a voice shouted and they broke apart. "About damn time!" It was Kim and she and Tommy were laughing as they were skating away.

They hadn't broken their embrace yet but Trini scowled and grumbled, "I am going to murder her."

Tamsin giggled and slightly stroked her back, "I've got a shovel." She pushed Trini back a little and moved hair from her face and gave her a small kiss.

"Hey, so, real quick, I wanted to ask you something," Trini started then looked away from Tamsin to gather her courage, "So I like you and I want to be with you, you know? Like, exclusively. Um, do you?"

"What, you wanna go steady?" Tamsin laughed.

"Oh god, never mind. I can't be with anyone who says 'going steady.' I take it back."

Tamsin laughed again and held onto Trini as she pretended to try to get away before laughing herself. "Yes, Trini, I want to be exclusive too. Now, let's go. You were doing good."

"Sure I was," Trini drawled sarcastically as she tried to find her balance once again. "One more question tho?" Tamsin looked at her expectantly. "How do you feel about school dances and masquerades?"

They ice skated for about another hour before returning the skates and walked to the bowling side. The four were able to rent their shoes and acquired a lane. It was decided that Kimberly and Tommy would be on one team versing Trini and Tamsin and the losing team would have to buy donuts. They picked out their balls and got drinks and were getting ready to start the game when someone shouted, "Look who I found!" It was Zack jumping down onto the sitting area. "How are you guys?"

"Good," Kimberly replied, "What brings you here?"

"Well, the boys and I were hoping to throw some balls but all the lanes are taken." On cue, Jason and Billy walked up behind him and waved their hellos.

"Did you guys want to join us? We haven't started yet," Tommy offered.

"Yeah," Tamsin added, "We have two lanes for verses, we could all play."

"Really?" Billy asked hopefully.

"Yeah, dude," Tommy said, "It'll be fun."

"Okay, but," Trini interjected, "It's going to be the four of us against you guys."

The boys agreed but then Jason said, "Wait, there's only three of us against the four of you. We need a fourth."

"Be right back!" Trini exclaimed as she ran off. She saw Angela from her class exiting the arcade by herself and approached her. After a moment of talking, they went to the counter and rented another pair of shoes. Then they returned. "Guys, this is Angela from my history class. Angela, these are my friends, and you know Zack. You'll be playing with Zack, Jason, and Billy."

"Hi everyone," Angela said.

They all gave greetings and Zack blushed and gave a small wave.

The rest of the night was carefree and fun and it turned out Angela was an exceptional bowler and so Jason, Billy, Zack, and Angela won. Trini was able to learn that Angela thought Zack was cute, but he was a bit of a flake so she never really knew how to approach him. She just told Angela to get his number and go from there. Zack was grateful because he didn't know how to approach her without seeming like a desperate weirdo.

It was nearing 11 and the boys had gone and Angela's parents had picked her up. Trini pouted and whined that she had to get home. Neither Trini nor Kimberly wanted to say goodbye, but she had to get home before 11 otherwise her mother would throw a fit. They bid their respective significant others farewell before driving to Trini's. Kimberly ended up spending the night since they both had to go to detention in a few hours anyways.

They were both happy, happier than they thought possible.

The following morning, detention went by as usual and Mr. Dumphy made sure to assign everyone seats so they wouldn't be "disruptive" he said. Once detention was over, the Oliver twins asked the girls if they wanted to go to lunch, but they both made excuses- Trini that she had to go home and watch her brothers; Kimberly that she hadn't been home since yesterday and needed to make an appearance- because they had training at the ship. The duties of being a power ranger sometimes annoyed, but they understood it. And luckily their significant others understood too.

However, before they separated, Kimberly had wanted to ask Tommy to be her date to the fall masquerade and mentioned how they were all going as a group. Tommy unsurprisingly accepted the invitation.

The day wasn't a total loss for Tamsin nor Tommy. They decided to go down by the pier and walk around, grab a bite to eat. Tamsin drove them close to the beach. Once they parked they exited and began walking towards the pier.

"Man," Tommy started, "It's almost completely destroyed."

Tamsin nodded, "Yeah, they're going to have to build it up from scratch."

"Maybe they'll add some rides, like the pier in Santa Monica!" A big, toothy, opened mouth smile spread across Tommy's face.

"You should hashtag it. Get it trending. Hashtag, AG Pier Carnival Rides."

"Don't give me any ideas."

"Your ideas usually suck." Tamsin shoved her brother.

"Don't be mean," Tommy faked whined, pushing her back.

They continued to walk and laugh and talk until they got to the pier. There was a building that was still standing, despite looking like it was hanging on by a thread.

"I've got a really stupid idea," Tommy said, a sly grin on his face.

"I think I have the same stupid idea," Tamsin hummed.

They walked toward the building, climbing through the broken windows. Inside, all the shelves had been toppled. There were holes in the ceiling and they could see through to the sky. Dust and debris littered the floor and cracks decorated the walls so much so that the frame could be seen.

"I wonder what this shop was?" Tommy asked out loud.

They looked around and saw no indication of whatever was sold here.

"I don't know, but the name of the place was 'Atlantis' so I'll assume it was ocean stuff." Tamsin walked around a broken counter and saw another opening to a back room, "Hey, check it out."

They walked in and saw a desk and a broken chair. Because they were curious teenagers who were already trespassing, they looked through the desk but didn't find anything interesting. Then something fell over and a stray cat hissed and ran off. Tamsin let out a surprised scream and she and Tommy threw their arms up in a defensive position. They waited a moment before they both put their arms down.

In the distance, they heard a commotion but a strange green hue near the corner caught their attention. They slowly walked up to it and Tommy moved a piece of debris and under it was a strange green stone, almost like a coin. It glowed and it was so enticing. Both Tamsin and Tommy bent to pick it up and they both touched it at the same time and when their fingers touched it, they felt something shoot up their arms and through their bodies. It didn't hurt, but it definitely didn't feel good.

They nearly fell back and looked at each other and suddenly they just wanted to be anywhere but there. A small panic settling in center of their chests and they knew they needed to get away.

Tommy grabbed Tamsin's wrist and ran toward the direction they entered. But they were so enthralled by that strange coin that they hadn't heard the commotion from earlier was now right outside. There were those rock creatures, putties right outside throwing debris around. The power rangers were outside too, fighting them.

"Shit," Tommy hissed, "We can't go out there."

They ran back further inside the store and hid behind a partially standing shelf.

"Dammit," Tamsin growled, "They're making a mess again."

They were angry and they wanted to leave but this fight going on in front of them wasn't allowing them. But neither twin was sure who they were mad at exactly. Was it the putties? Or the power rangers? It didn't matter because eventually enough bodies, both rangers and putties, were thrown into the frame of the building that it shook and began to crumple.

"Shit!" Tamsin shouted, "Run!"

But by the time they got halfway across the store, the entire building collapsed on top of them.

To be continued...