Old Demons
Chapter Eight
Many weeks have passed since Rita and Mesogog have taken over Reefside. But for the people that live there, it felt much longer.
Many buildings were abandoned, and the streets deserted. Debris littered the streets as an eerie silence welcome to anyone who dared Venture outside their homes.
Relishing in their newfound victory, Elsa and Zeltrax stroll down the empty streets. With Putties and Tyrannodrones following behind them as they walked with their heads held high. They enjoyed the silence. It was great, a sense of peace to both generals.
The only thing they missed was messing humans with them locked away in their homes. They could no longer play with them.
They finally have what they wanted full control over Reefside, which means they can finally move on the next step recolonize the world. But there was a snag in their plans and her name was Rita Repulsa. She and their master have been getting way too close. So much so that Mesogog has put the second part of his plan on hold.
"Rita… She is ruining everything! Elsa snapped.
"Yes, it's becoming troublesome. Zeltrax paused. "Could they be in love?"
Elsa stopped the moment the Zeltrax words preached your ears. That would explain a lot. Perhaps that witch put a spell on their master doing whatever she wished.
"We need to release her hold over out, master," Elsa said.
"How do you suggest we do that?" Zeltrax asked.
Elsa continued walking, with Zeltrax following right behind her. Her mind was trying to think of how they could do it but nothing came to mind.
"I'm not sure yet, but when I when I do, you'll be the first to know," Elsa replied.
Zeltrax nodded as they continued walking down the street in silence.
Walking through the Island Fortress in her cat form, Katherine looked around at the Bland walls and locked doors. The moment she found one open, she squeezed her small body through. Inside were Rita and Mesogog. Standing around a table with something on top of it.
"You have your knight and pet," Mesogog said.
"And you have Reefside," Rita said.
"Yet you still want to leave," Mesogog said.
Before Rita could answer, she felt something brush against her leg. Looking down, she smiled as she picked up her cat, scratching her ears. She looked back at Mesogog. That's when she noticed his eyes flicker from a yellowish tint to sea blue. It was as she expected she had stirred up his human side.
She continued, looking on in silence. Should she continue this? It was strange before she would relish in such manipulation, but now she didn't find it fun anymore.
"While I thank you for the nice accommodations, I can not stay here. Rita paused. I will do like I said, summon my generals and find another city to conquer."
You can do all of that here. When you're able to summon your generals, we can rule the world together."
The more Mesogog talked, his eyes flickered more and more, much to Rita's dismay.
"Can I think about it?" Rita asked.
"Of course, take all the time you need." Mesogog said, gently squeezing Rita's hand before leaving the room.
With Mesogog gone, Rita sighed she looked down at the map while petting Katherine.
"Oh, what am I going to do?"
Meanwhile, back at Billy and Trini's house, Hayley sat up in her bed. Stretching her arms up to the ceiling, a yawn escaped her lips. Glancing over at the clock on the end table. It read 7:00AM. Her body still woke up on time, even now.
Sighing, Hayley pushes off her covers and swing feet over the side of the bed. Shaking her head, reality came crashing back. She couldn't believe this was happening. She had wished that this was all a dream and when she pinched herself, she would be back in Reefside running the Cyber space café.
Yet when Hayley closed her eyes and pinched her skin, that was not the case for when she opened her eyes. She was still here in the guest room.
Wiping away her tear, Hayley stood up and drag herself into the bathroom to freshen up. She needed to get herself together. Connor, Ethan, and Kira would be looking up at her now, and she didn't want to disappoint them.
Downstairs in the kitchen, Trini had two pans on the stove simmering away. After a few moments, she turned off on the burners. Pulling some plates, she slid scrambled eggs and bacon on to five plates along with pancakes on the side. Trini was about to set the plates on the table when Hayley and Billy walked in.
"Look who I found wandering the halls." Billy said.
"Good morning, Hayley said with a small wave as she sat down at the table. "I just want to thank you both for everything.
"Don't mention it," Trini said with a smile as she set out glasses and poured orange juice.
Moment later in walked Connor, Ethan and Kira. They sat down at the table. Ethan winced a little, rubbing his shoulder.
"Good morning," Trini said.
"Good morning," the teens said in an unenthusiastic tone.
"I was about to come and check on the three of you." Trini said.
"We followed the smell of this delicious food." Connor said, as his stomach grumbled.
"Well enjoy," Trini said.
Connor and Ethan stuffed their face with pancake and eggs. The both boys glared at each other as they fought over the bacon and orange juice. While Kira pushed her food around on the plate with a sigh.
"Um…" Kira said, looking down at her food. "How's Reefside?"
Connor and Ethan went silent the moment Kira said that it was as if reality had finally caught up to them.
"The last I heard, Rita and Mesogog have full control over the city. Billy paused. "The townspeople are safe in their homes."
"I'm glad Kira said, followed with a sigh.
"That's good, but when can we go in and save everyone and free Reefside from their those two?" Connor asked.
"You forget, we still have to fight Dr. O and Katherine," Kira pointed out.
The teens sighed, but Hayley spoke up.
"True, I know you don't want to fight him, but..." Hayley trailed off.
"But you might not have to fight him or Katherine that long," Billy added.
Trini smiled while everyone else looked at Billy, who finished his orange juice.
Let's finish breakfast. I think you will all be interested in what I have to show you." Billy said before scooping up a fork full of eggs.
Silence erupted among everyone as they continued eating.
Once they were done, Trini tended to the dishes with Hayley helping her. While Billy, Connor and Ethan headed into the living room. Kira remained at the table staring at her plate.
The moment Hayley took away the plate, Kira looked into her eyes. Handing the plate to Trini, she sat down beside Kira. Balling up her fist as Kira fought to keep the tears inside. But one slipped out, sliding down her cheek.
"The more I think about Reefside, the more scared I become." Kira paused. "We always stop Mesogog whatever his monsters show up and it's never gone this far before. But when he joined up with Rita, our piece of the word came crashing down."
"Kira," Hayley said.
"The only thing I can think about is my mom. I wonder if she is okay and I know she is worried about me. Kira said, sniffing.
Hayley remained silent as rubbed Kira's back.
"I'm sorry… it's just all catching up to me and I can't seem to tuck it away anymore."
"Then don't," Hayley said.
Kira looked at her.
"It takes the same amount of strength to admit you're scared. I'm scared too. I always wonder what would happen if we can't save Reefside and how life would be now I know and it terrifies me.
As more tears trickled down Kira's cheeks, she moved clear to Hayley who wrapped her arms around her as flood gates open as she sobs. Hayley continued rubbing Kira's back as she rocked her gently.
Back on the Island Fortress standing outside Rita's room. Tommy stood there, demorphed. His mind swimming in the dark abyss yearning for the life he once had. Deep down, he felt horrible for not fighting back harder. But the ones he cared about are safe. When the time comes and they return, he would have to face them something he truly didn't want to.
Hayley, Connor, Ethan, Kira…...I'm sorry.
Walking out of the planning room, Rita walked to her room. When she stopped at her door, the white cat in her arms hopped out of her arms, transforming into Katherine. She bowed slightly to Rita before standing across from Tommy at her post. Looking at both Tommy and Katherine, Rita nodded before entering her room.
At first, there was nothing but silence between Tommy and Katherine as they stood there with their eyes forward. But the moment Rita's snores reached their ears, Katherine looked at Tommy, who looked back at her.
"We're in the dark again," Katherine said.
"Fate is a cruel mistress," Tommy said.
"Do you think the light will come?"
"May the light come soon before the darkness of our old demons swallows us whole."
