Disclaimer: I own nothing except for my OC Dido Cruger and any alterations to the originals storyline plot her presence creates to various readers amusement everywhere across the globe during these dark and gloomy days.
Dido Cruger: Power Rangers SPD Chapter 2
As Commander Cruger is having a meeting with A Squad at the command center Dido was dispatched to retrieve B Squad Cadets from the rec center for an assignment. On her way there Dido heard a small explosion happen not too far ahead of her in that direction. Without even seeing what actually went down Dido immediately knows the cause.
"Boom," sighed Dido, knowing the kind yet scatterbrained individual must've set something off with one of Kat's inventions again unintentionally.
Dido's suspicions have confirmed the instant she spots Boom leaving the rec center wearing Kat's new armed cast laser on his person. One of Kat's newest inventions she's having him a test in order for cadets to still defend themselves even when they're injured. It's a very bright idea and can eventually prove to be very useful in the long run.
Probably not the best person to choose to test this because of how accident-prone Boom is.
Dido then hears the B Squad Cadets conversing amongst themselves and stops to listen to them outside the entryway for a moment.
"Lighten up, Sky," said Sydney, defending Boom after the little mess he caused. "Boom's a great guy. A little weird, but a great guy."
"Yeah, well, someday our lives may depend on that great guy," said Sky, pointing out the obvious as he moves a chess piece on the gameboard in front of him. "And then what?"
Dido will admit that Sky does make a great point, but he seriously needs to lighten up. Yes, he comes from a great legacy, but that doesn't mean he can just blatantly keep treating people the way he does. If he wants to become a Red Ranger he's going to have to change his tune. For his squad Sky is in the running to become the next Red Ranger. In fact he's the most likely candidate. Unfortunately his attitude problems may keep him from reaching his goals. He's got to be careful or else that once-in-a-lifetime chance will be shot out the window forever. And that's no way to live up to his father's memory.
Raising an eager hand as he believes he has the answer to that, Bridge said "I know. I know. Then our lives will depend on him."
Deciding to step in now before Sky can go at Bridge next, Dido said "B Squad!"
The three cadets immediately stand at attention upon being addressed like this.
"Commander Cruger wants to see you. Follow me," said Dido, leading the way to the command center.
As they arrive A Squad marches out in order to begin their mission by reporting to Delta Air Base for last minute simulation instruction so that they can have a strategic tactical advantage when facing the oncoming enemy. Showcasing the discipline laid onto them A Squad marches out in a single file. Dido and B Squad Cadets stand off to the side to let them pass. One of them accidentally bumps into Bridge making the hand that permits him to read a person's auras to briefly wave through the air making theirs visible to him.
"That is who I want to be. I'm gonna be the Red Ranger," said Sky, proudly.
Incredibly intimidated by what she just saw, Sydney said "Jeez. Did you see the size of them? Even the girls are massive?"
Bridge has yet to say anything. Simply staring in the direction A Squad went with partially and perplexed expression on his face.
Reading from his body language that something is bothering him, Sydney said "What's wrong, Bridge?"
Shaking his head in a stumped manner, Bridge said "I don't know. Their energy, their colors…something's off."
Narrowing her eyes and ears twitching by what she heard, Dido said "Come on. Best not to keep the Commander waiting." The four then head inside, coming to a stop in front of the Commander. "Sir, I've brought the B Squad Cadets as you've requested."
"Very good," said Commander Cruger. Dido then takes a position beside him as he addresses the B Squad Cadets after they salute him. "Cadets, I trust you've enjoyed your training here at the S.P.D Academy."
"Well, since you asked, the fluorescent lighting gives me a bit of a headache-," begins Sydney, cut off after Commander Cruger releases a light growl as a warning to correct her stance after she interrupted him. "Yes, sir."
Continuing, Commander Cruger said "And not that your training has ended or will it ever end while you're here, but as your Commander I must now call upon B Squad to step up and take on new responsibilities."
Bridge and Sydney exchange a fit bump, immensely pleased with this. Even Sky can't hold back a tiny smile at this good news.
Dido inwardly winces at their obvious pleasure. Already aware that this is an assignment that they might not have had in mind for themselves.
Handing over a datapad with the assignment details on it, Commander Cruger said "Here is the information you need to see this assignment through. I expect it to be dealt with promptly and efficiently. Dismissed."
"Yes, sir," echoed all three cadets.
Sky, Bridge, and Sydney then exit out of the Commander Center in order to get right to work.
As soon as the three are out of earshot, turning towards her father with an unsure expression on her face, Dido said "Should we have told them what the actual assignment is?"
Keeping his serious face although the slight twinkle in his eye revealing his hidden sense of humor, shaking his head, Commander Cruger said "No. I'm sure they'll figure it out on their own. After all with their level of training it shouldn't be that difficult."
Dido then lightly elbows her father in the stomach making him chuckle.
All jokes aside she has one last thing to mention to him.
"Dad, forgive me, but…I saw the data you have on the Parkington Market thieves that is available. You do realize who those two are," questioned Dido.
Nodding, Commander Cruger said "I do and I feel it's time for them to be brought in. B Squad won't be complete without them and with Emperor Gruumm on the way we no longer have a choice."
Authors Note:
In honor of the brand-new Justice League: Dark Apokolips War film that just came out I uploaded a new story called Morning Star based off of it. Please check it out and let me know what you think. It would really mean a lot to me to see what your thoughts are about it.
Also, watching it gave me a certain idea. What do you guys think of me combining my characters Audrina from Heart Of Atlantis and Danika from this one once we get to this new movie?
Also, I still haven't figured out what Danika's superhero name should be. I really need this figured out because the following chapter after this one will be where her superhero name is chosen for this story. The choices are now down to Tempest and Twilight.
Just a heads up I'm accepting suggestions on numerous shows, books, and movies to write about in the future. You see I'm trying to reach my goal of 100 stories on my profile. Currently I have 4 left to go after this one until I get there. So think it over and if I feel a connection with what you suggest I'll do it.
I hope you all like this one! I certainly did while writing it for your vast enjoyment! ;D
I've been meaning to get back to this one for a while and only now I've managed to find time and inspiration for it. I'm very satisfied and happy about it. Apologies for it taking so long. I've been debating on how to go about it for a while and finally figured it out.
Right now during this epidemic with the coronavirus that's impacting every nation in the entire world we really do need find whatever sources we possibly can in order to lighten our spirits. Especially those who are unfortunately stuck sick or those locked in self isolation in order to prevent both contraction and spread of the illness. For those of us who have the abilities to do this we have a duty to keep up morale and that's exactly what I wholeheartedly desire these new stories and updates concocted during this time do for you.
I recently put up some other works I've put out at titled U.A. High Schools Own Blue Eyes White Dragon, Sayuri Wren, Fifth Turtle, Crown Jewel Of Gongmen City, The Emperor's Daughter, Glenstorm's Daughter, Dianca Robbins, Morning Star, Reira Todoroki: Daughter Of Fire and Ice, Secret Of Bristol Cove, Predators Redemption, Rava's Journey, Princess Of The Forest, A Revolutionary Romance, Aunt, Fantine Tezla: Hot Wheels Acceleracers, Green Lantern Odette Dupree: First Flight, Magic And the Brave Little Toaster 1, Lavinia: Princess Of Edelweiss, Rorschach's Legend, Watchmen Meets Avengers: The Newest Defender, The 8thLoser, Naomi Poldark: Mistress Of Nampara, Serenity: End Guardian To The Moors, Dido Cruger: Power Rangers SPD, The True Catwoman Of Gotham, Green Lantern Odette Dupree: First Flight, and Nuala: The White Lioness. I highly recommend them. ;D
By the way, U.A. High Schools Own Blue Eyes White Dragon, Reira Todoroki: Daughter Of Fire And Ice, Morning Star, Crown Jewel Of Gongmen City, Fifth Turtle, The Emperor's Daughter, Rorschach's Legend, Sayuri Wren, Bianca Robbins, Aunt, Glenstorm's Daughter, Mandalorian: The 2ndFoundling, Eira Byrnison, and Watchmen Meets Avengers: The Newest Defender, Rava's Journey, Princess Of The Forest, Green Lantern Odette Dupree: First Flight, and The True Catwoman Of Gotham, are some of the best newest additions to my profile. If you're a fan of the Golden Compass and Watchmen which are the new series on HBO then you will love these. Then if you haven't saw them yet then I recommend that you check it out. Since there are still just recently uploaded I really would enjoy hearing other peoples thoughts on the subject matter so far. So feel free to do so if you have the time.
I have other grand news! I was a patron at New York Comic Con 2019! Ah! I'd been dying to go for years and now I had the opportunity. The Jokers from Impractical Jokers have been here along with Tom Hiddleston and so many others. Over those few days I actually got my picture taken with a couple of other actors/actresses and some really great panels. It really is so exciting there. This is an opportunity of a lifetime so there's no way in hell that I was going to waste a single second of it. No one ever should with something like this. Ever! ;D
For future preferences I highly recommend that you all keep an eye out for when tickets for New York Comic Con are available for purchase again for next year. This is a huge event and you should jump on it whenever you have the chance. Unfortunately this year it appears like Comic Con might be skipped not just in New York, but also in all it's regular places during the course of scheduled events. I think we all know the reason for it is plain as day.
The coronavirus.
Can't exactly blame with how dreadful things are getting in escalation and the fact that places like the Javits Center in New York have been temporarily converted into makeshift hospitals in order to deal with the overflow of people contracting infections from this rapidly spreading virus that might as well be called a plague at this point. Let's keep fingers crossed that an aim is to have this pass us before then so things can get back on track. If it is then New York Comic Con might be exactly what people need in order to lighten their spirits after all this darkness. Stay safe everyone and long to eventually see you there.
