Everything I Can Do You Can Do Better


By: Kryptonite



_____Rude Hope And Giggles____________________________________



What is this place? Kara asked, voice quieted in awe.


The power chamber. Kara looked back at Hunter and saw that he hadn't moved a single step into the room. Seeing her confusion, Hunter elaborated.


I can't move in because I've already been given a morpher. I've already been given the power. This is where Blake and I both had to come to get our morphers. We're under the remains of the Thunder Ninja Academy.


But- how'd we get that far?


You picked the tunnel which apparently had a portal that allowed us to go such a great distance. Kara nodded, trying to understand what was happening. Go on. Take another step forward. Hunter was smiling smugly, knowing what was going to happen before it did.


Kara stepped into a small circle of light and looked up. A small hole in the ceiling was providing the weak illumination. Guess we aren't that far underground.'


The light suddenly strengthened, and Kara relaxed. Her feet left the floor and her back arched, arms hanging down behind her, face tilted toward the ceiling.


Hunter watched, feelings flashing through his mind, foremost being pride and happiness. Hunter straightened from his lounging position he tried to identify another emotion. Did I feel like this when I watched Blake go through this?'


With a brilliant flash, the light weakened and Kara came back to consciousness. A morpher on her wrist, she practically jumped into Hunter's waiting arms once she located him.


That was so cool! I saw... we can't tell the others yet. She changed path and tone of voice so quickly that Hunter almost didn't register what she said.


What do you mean?


I want to know that I can fight and defend myself without being worried over by my older brother.


Fine. Just for a little bit. And you'll still have to deal with me worrying about you. He hugged her back after looking into her eyes.


I think I can live with that. Hugging Hunter one more time, she set her sights behind him. Let's get home.

~~~~~


There's trouble downtown. Zurgane's causing mayhem... As always.


Let's just hope Hunter shows up. Shane said after Cam's revelation.


He'll show. He has too.'


It'll be okay. Tori placed her hand on Blake's arm. Let's go.

~~~~~


Where is he? We're getting our butts kicked! Kelzacks had shown up about two seconds into the fight, making the odds about twenty to one.


Look up there. Dustin pointed to the top of a building just before being kicked in the ribs by a faceless Kelzack. Two streaks of light jumped from the building and landed together in the middle of the group.


Hunter! Tori cried in relief. No one paid too much attention to the Ranger standing next to him.


Ready? Hunter asked, casually crossing his arms and glancing over at the Green Thunder Ranger. She nodded and the two started fighting.


Zurgane disappeared and the Kelzacks were quickly taken care of.


Thanks dude. You really saved us. Dustin said, extending his hand but not demorphing. The ranger simply looked at him and went to leave.


I'll see you later Hunter. She waved once over her shoulder but didn't bother to look back at her brother and his friends.


Man, that guy was rude. Dustin said later at Ninja Ops.


What makes you so sure it was a guy? Hunter asked almost ready to burst out laughing. It had been twenty minutes but Dustin was still nursing his hurt pride.


The outfit, duh. Hunter simply raised an eyebrow and continued to observe those around him.


His uncanny ability to cut off emotions and simply take in information had saved him on more than a few occasions. In fact, Kara was the first person he wasn't able to analyze like that. He wasn't able to keep his emotions out of the equation when it came to Kara.


Yo, dude. You with us? Dustin asked standing uncomfortably way too close to Hunter.


Pushing Dustin away from him with both hands Hunter answered, I need to get home. Headache. Hunter left the room and allowed the rangers to stare at him, everyone noticing the sullen attitude.


I've never known Hunter to get headaches. Blake offered after a few moments of silence.


There's a first time for everything. Cam said simply. But right now we need to find out about this new ranger.

~~~~~


What did they say?


Your brother thinks you're a guy.


Good.


So, Miss Ranger. What's your name?


Carver. It's just an addition to what Dustin calls me already.


Carver. Okay. Come on, time to eat. Hurry up, I'm starving. Kara started laughing at Hunter's tone of voice but allowed him to drag her into a fast food place for lunch.


Thanks for lunch.


Anytime. Kara looked at her normal watch when it started beeping.


Oh shoot! Kara spat out the words, hurrying to stand up.


What's the matter? Hunter asked, a worried note in his voice and eyes.


I told my friend I'd be at her house so I could help her study. She failed history and has to take it over. I completely forgot. Kara grabbed at the tray filled with wrappers and double-timed it to the trash can.


Kara. Hunter came up behind her and stopped her as soon as she turned around. Relax. We'll get to your friends house and you can blame me for being late. Kara sighed, wishing that Hunter would never move from where he was standing right now.


I intend to. Come on. Grabbing his hand, she all but dragged him out the door and to his car.

~~~~~


Hey Katey. I'm so sorry I'm late. Katey looked past her at Hunter with interest.


That's okay. In a quiet voice, Katey leaned forward and commented, Especially if he was the reason. Drawing back to her original position, she let a single giggle pass her lips.


Katey, this is Hunter. Hunter this is my friend Katey. Hunter nodded his head and watched as Katey gave Kara a speculative look and tried hard not to start giggling.


Kara, I'm gonna jet. Do you need a ride home? Hunter asked as they continued to stand in the doorway.


No, I can walk from here. Thanks. Hunter leaned forward and pecked her on the cheek.


Okay. I'll talk to you later. Nice to meet you Katey. Hunter turned around and left, getting into his car and driving off.


Please tell me the whole story! Is he your boyfriend? Katey asked, all but dragging Kara into her house and shutting the door behind her. Kara touched her cheek, a dazed look in her eyes.


I sure hope so. Kara muttered as Katey's giggles masked her voice.