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AN: Hello! Thanks for all the great reviews! Here's chapter 7 for your enjoyment. Please review and tell me what you think!
Silver Hope: The Revised Edition
Chapter 7
The next day, Billy arrived at the power chamber to work with Cestro and Cestria.
"Good morning Billy," Cestria greeted.
"Morning," Billy replied.
They worked through the day and were able to successfully improve the security system and tracking devices.
"Well, I think I'm going to call it a day," Billy said.
"Yes, Cestria and I need to return to Aquitar," Cestro said.
"Thanks for all your help," Billy said.
"It is our pleasure," Cestro replied.
"Billy why don't you come to Aquitar for the evening. I would love to show you around our planet," Cestria said. Billy winced.
"Cestria, I don't want to hurt you, I don't return your feelings. I love Katherine," Billy told her. Cestria lowered her head in humiliation.
"We can still be friends, right?" Billy asked.
Cestria forced a smile and nodded.
Just then Katherine teleported in.
"How did things go?" Kat asked.
"Great, the power chamber has new tracking devices, and a better security system," Billy said.
"That's wonderful," Kat replied as she kissed his cheek. Jealousy flashed in Cestria's eyes, but went unnoticed by the others around her.
The Aquitians left, and Billy and Kat teleported to the youth center.
At the youth center, the gang was chowing down.
"Hey guys, you could have waited for us," Billy said.
"Yea, Rocky's going to eat everything," Kat mentioned. Rocky wrinkled his nose at her.
"Dwon worry ruys, we orered or you," Rocky said with his mouth full.
Aisha rolled her eyes at her boyfriend's horrible manners.
"He said that we ordered for you," she translated. Billy and Kat sat down and ate with everyone else.
Later on that night, Billy and Kat set off through the park, and towards Katherine's house.
~*~*~*~*~*~*
"So Zeddy, how are we going to get the power brats to reveal their identities?" Rita asked her husband.
"First we capture the pink ranger, and then negotiate," Zedd replied with an evil glint.
"But Kitty Kat always has her boyfriend protecting her," Divatox mentioned.
"I have come up with a new creation that can get the job done," Mondo said.
"And what is that?" Zedd asked.
"I have taken the liberty of combining your Tengu warriors with my cog technology. Behold, the Tengucogs," Mondo introduced. The Tengus were now mechanical and far more dangerous than they ever had been. Each equipped with the strength of five Tengu warriors.
"Brilliant Mondo," Ivan complimented.
"The pink and silver rangers are together in the park! How perfect!" Rita cackled.
"All right, Tengucogs, go down to the park, capture the pink ranger, and bring her to me. Go with them Rito," Zedd ordered.
"Aye yi captain," Rito replied as he disappeared with the Tengucogs.
~*~*~*~*~*~*
Billy and Kat walked hand in hand through the park. Kat leaned her head on his shoulder and sighed.
"What's wrong?" Billy asked.
"Well, I heard some kids talking today. They're blaming the power rangers for what happened," Katherine said.
Billy frowned, as he thought about their recently tarnished reputation.
"I know Kat, but you know it wasn't our fault," Billy said.
"I know, but it still bothers me sometimes," Kat replied.
Suddenly, Rito appeared with an army of strange looking birds.
"What are they?" Kat asked.
"Meet our new friends: The Tengucogs. Tengucogs attack!" Rito ordered.
"Let's not take any chances! It's Morphin Time!" Billy called.
"Zeo Ranger 1, Pink-Power of Wind!" Katherine called.
"Zeo Ranger 6, Silver-Power of Thunder!" Billy called.
"Stay close, we don't know what these things can do yet," Billy said.
"Right," Kat replied.
Billy back flipped and kicked one of the Tengucogs square in the stomach. The Tengucog stumbled back a bit, but was virtually unfazed.
"Man, these things are strong," Billy said. As he said that he heard Katherine scream. Billy turned his head, only to see Katherine being restrained by several of the Tengucogs.
"Hang on Kat! Silver Thunder Lance!" he called. He began to fight his way through the Tengucogs, and towards Katherine. But the Tengucogs were almost too strong for his lance.
"Katherine! Call you metallic armor!" Billy called to her.
Kat struggled, but couldn't break free.
"Billy! I can't!" she cried.
"Silver Metallic Armor, power up!" Billy called. He was able to do a little better against the monsters, and was getting closer to reaching Kat.
Suddenly, three Tengucogs came out of nowhere and toppled Billy to the ground. They pinned his arms and legs down, and kept him from moving.
"Good job guys. You're coming with us little kitty," Rito said.
"No! Billy!" Katherine yelled. Billy struggled.
"Kat!" he called. But it was too late, Rito disappeared with Katherine. A few seconds after they left, the Tengucogs that had been holding him disappeared also.
"No!" he yelled as he pounded his fists into the ground.
"Damn you Zedd!" he yelled before he teleported to the command center.
Billy summoned everyone to the power chamber. Tommy, Tanya, Rocky, Adam, Bulk, Skull, Aisha, Trini, Jason, and Zack teleported in. Billy met them, and immediately they knew Katherine's absence meant trouble.
"Billy, what's going on? Where's Kat?" Tanya asked.
"Kat and I were attacked in the park. They have these new creatures. They're like a cross between a Tengu and a cog. They are incredibly strong. I had to call my metallic armor just to keep on my feet. I tried to get to her, but they came down with the purpose to capture her," Billy said. Tanya put a hand on his shoulder.
"We know you tried your best Billy. We'll get her back," Tanya reassured him.
"Yea, I wonder what Zedd is up to now?" Tommy wondered.
"I'm glad you asked that red ranger," said a familiar voice. Everyone froze in their places and turned to the viewing screen.
"Greeting rangers, I believe I have something of yours," Zedd told them. Zedd pulled on a chain and brought Katherine into view. The chain was around her neck and arms. Billy stepped forward.
"Let her go Zedd!" he yelled.
"Oh, I will be happy to William. But you and the rangers must cooperate, or something terrible might happen to our lovely Katherine," Zedd replied.
"What do you want?" Billy asked flatly.
"I am going to tell the people of Angel Grove to gather in the park by the fountain. The same place your mayor honored the fish rangers. I am going to tell them that the day they have finally been waiting for has arrived. Tomorrow night at 6 pm, the power rangers will reveal their identities to the world.
"What the hell makes you think we're going to that?" Billy asked.
"I'm not finished yet. I will bring Katherine, and after all of you have revealed your identities, Katherine is free to go. But Billy, if you try to rescue her before you reveal your identities, the last thing that she will see is her blood spraying across your face," Zedd told them as he held the sharp end of his staff to Katherine's neck. Kat whimpered.
"Billy, don't do it," she cried.
"You will be quiet, pink ranger," Zedd growled as he pushed her to the ground. Fire flashed in Billy's eyes.
"We'll be there tomorrow Zedd. But if you harm her, you'll pay," Billy promised. Zedd laughed and the viewing screen went dark.
"Zordon, will we lose the powers when we reveal our identities? Is that why Zedd is doing this?" Adam asked.
"Usually that would be the nature of the power. But I have feared that Zedd would do something like this. You will not lose your powers tomorrow rangers. However, I believe Zedd knows this. He is doing this to hurt you personally. Your lives will never be the same," Zordon said. The rangers lowered their heads, knowing that he was right.
"Don't worry guys, it's going to be tough, but we're here for you guys," Skull said. Bulk and the other non-rangers nodded.
"And I'm here for you too," said a familiar female voice. Tommy felt his heart flutter. He whirled around and was met with a pair of brown doe eyes.
"Kimberly! What are you doing here?!" Tommy asked.
"I heard how people have been blaming the rangers for recent deaths. It made me realize what's really important to me. Gymnastics aren't as important to me as you guys are," Kimberly said.
"You moved back?" Rocky asked.
"Yep, I'm here to stay!" Kimberly said as she gave Tommy a kiss. Trini, Jason, and Zack all hugged her. They were followed by two bear hugs from Rocky and Adam. Aisha hugged her next, as she was very excited to have her "sister" back.
"I know we haven't met Kimberly, but I have heard so much about you. I'm Tanya and it's nice to finally meet you," Tanya said.
"It's nice to meet you too Tanya, I'm sure we're gonna be great friends.
Next came Billy.
"It's great to have you home," Billy said. Kimberly saw the pain and sadness in his eyes. She pulled him into a hug.
"Hey, it's okay. We're going to get her back," she told him. Billy smiled and nodded.
They decided to go to the youth center, and try to relax. The others sat and chatted, while Billy moped around. He felt absolutely helpless. He was trying to take his frustrations out on the punching bag, but he just ended up getting more upset.
"He's going to break that bag if he's not careful," Rocky said.
"Poor Billy, he really loves her," Kimberly said as she watched him.
"Yea," Tommy replied. It was at that moment, Zedd's broadcast made it's debut. The rangers watched, trying not to gauge reaction.
People around them were getting excited. Ernie watched the group carefully. He had suspected them for a while and he decided he would approach them about it. If nothing else, he could offer them a safe haven.
Many left the juice bar after the broadcast, and Ernie approached the group.
"Guys, I want you to know, that if you need a place to go after tomorrow night, you can all come here. I won't tell anyone," Ernie said. They all stared blankly at Ernie.
"How did you know Ernie?" Billy asked. Ernie smiled.
"I have suspected you guys for a while now. And I can tell something's up by the way you were beating up the punching bag," Ernie said.
Billy looked around to make sure no one was listening.
"Zedd has Katherine, and he's forcing us to reveal our identities. If we don't, he's going to kill her," Billy said with anger.
"Man, I'm sorry guys. But I want you to know that I'm on your side," Ernie said as he got up and went back behind the bar.
The next day came quickly. The rangers morphed at the power chamber and teleported to the city fountain. They found that Zedd, Rita, Goldar, Rito, Master Vile, Divatox, and Ivan Ooze were already there with Katherine. She was morphed and restrained by two Tengucogs. Almost the entire town, and several TV stations were there as well.
"There they are!" people began chanting.
"We're here Zedd," Billy announced.
"Wonderful. Ladies and gentlemen, let's start with the pink ranger!" Zedd called as he raised his power staff. He jolted Katherine with it and caused her to demorph.
"Why don't you tell them your name?" Zedd told her. Katherine looked up. She heard many gasps, probably from people at school.
"Katherine Hillard," she said.
"Now the rest of you, remove your helmets, and state your names. Once you do, Katherine is free," Zedd told them.
Tanya took a deep breath and removed her helmet.
"Tanya Sloan," she said.
Rocky removed his helmet next.
"Rocky Desantos," he said.
Adam was next.
"Adam Park," he said.
Tommy was next.
"Tommy Oliver," he said.
Billy was last.
"Billy Cranston. Now let her go Zedd!" Billy said.
"Yes Billy, you can have your precious pink ranger back," Zedd said as the Tengucogs released her. Katherine ran to Billy, and he wrapped her in a hug.
"I'm sorry," she whispered. Billy smiled at her.
"It's not your fault, I'm just glad you're okay," Billy said.
"Did you think you were going to get off that easily power rangers?" Zedd asked.
"You got what you wanted Zedd. The world knows who we are. Now why don't you just leave," Billy said.
"Because that wouldn't be any fun. Tengucogs attack!" Zedd called.
The Tengucogs started after them.
"Kat morph! Back to action!" Billy called.
With that, the rangers' helmets were replaced.
"Zeo Ranger 1, Pink-Power of Wind!" Kat called as she morphed.
"Metallic Armor power up!" they all called. Their armor now glistened with the power of the armor and the fight began.
Adam kicked one of the Tengucogs in the abdomen. The Tengucog stumbled back, but then punched Adam in the chest. Sparks flew and Adam fell back.
"Man, these things are wicked," Adam said. Rocky was tossed beside Adam. Adam helped his best friend up.
"No kidding," Rocky groaned.
"Hey Rocky, you up for a double whammy?" Adam asked.
"Always," Rocky replied. Rocky and Adam delivered a double whammy to the Tengucog's head and shorted it out.
"One down, about 29 more to go," Rocky said sarcastically.
Tommy used the zeo five power sword to aid him. He delivered some powerful swipes, but the Tengucogs kept coming back.
"These things don't know when to quit. A limping Tanya joined him.
"Tanya, you okay?" he asked.
"Yea, I'll be fine. There's too many Tommy. What are we going to do?" Tanya asked.
"I don't know Tanya," Tommy replied.
"Billy, we can't keep this up," Kat said.
"Guys! We need to call our element weapons!" Billy said.
The others nodded and prepared to receive their new weapons.
"Pink Wind Saber!" Kat called.
"Yellow Solar Daggers!" Tanya called.
"Blue Aqua Canon!" Rocky called.
"Green Earth Axe!" Adam called.
"Red Fire Sword!" Tommy called.
"Silver Thunder Lance!" Billy called.
With the element weapons, the rangers were able to put the Tengucogs out of commission. But Zedd wasn't done for the day. Suddenly, Scorpina, Goldar, and Rito became large.
"Great, that's just what we need right now," Rocky said.
"Let's call em guys!" Billy said.
"Power of Wind! Pink Dove zord, power up!" Katherine called.
"Power of Sun! Yellow Condor zord, power up!" Tanya called.
"Power of Water! Blue Shark zord, power up!" Rocky called.
"Power of Earth! Green Mountain Lion zord, power up!" Adam called.
"Power of Fire! Red Dragon zord, power up!" Tommy called.
"Power of Thunder!" Silver Pegasus zord, power up!" Billy called.
They formed the zeo gem megazord and faced off against the three, large foes. Scorpina struck the megazord with her stinger. Sparks flew, and the megazord stumbled.
"Guys, I've got the zeo megazord on the way. I was able to use it on remote, like the ninja megazord," Billy said.
"That's great!" Tommy said.
Soon, the zeo megazord joined the battle, and they were fairing a little better.
Between the zeo battle helmets, and the elemental attacks, the rangers were able to send the evil trio packing.
"Let's get back to the power chamber guys," Billy said. They nodded and teleported away. They weren't quite ready to face everyone yet.
Their friends greeted them.
"RANGERS, I KNOW THE TIMES AHEAD ARE BOUND TO BE TRYING. I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT I AM PROUD OF ALL OF YOU. THINGS WILL BE TOUGH, BUT I HAVE FAITH THAT YOU WILL ALL COME THROUGH IT OKAY," Zordon told his charges.
"Thank you Zordon," Billy replied.
Kimberly walked up and hugged Katherine.
"Kimberly? You're back?" Katherine asked.
"Yea, and I'm glad you're okay. Billy was beating the stuffing out of Ernie's poor punching bag at the youth center," Kimberly told her.
Billy blushed, as Kat smiled and kissed his cheek.
"Guys, we just talked to Ernie, and he invited your parents to the youth center. He's holding a private get together if you guys want to," Bulk said.
"Yea, we need to see our parents," Adam said. The others nodded as they all left the power chamber.
The rangers, former, and current, talked with their parents, telling them the story.
"Billy, I want you to know that I'm proud of you, and your mother would have been also," Peter Cranston told his son.
"Thanks dad," Billy said as he gave his dad a hug. Kat approached Billy.
"Dad, I want you to meet Katherine, my girlfriend," Billy introduced. Kat shook Peter's hand.
"It's nice to meet you Mr. Cranston," Kat said.
"Please call me Peter. And it is wonderful to meet you as well Katherine. I can see why Billy fights so hard," Peter said. Kat blushed shyly. It was then that Kat's parents came over. Kat introduced her parents to Billy and his father.
The rangers' parents accepted it and were for the most part, proud of their children.
"Man, school is really going to suck tomorrow," Rocky grimaced.
"I envy you Billy," Tanya said. The others agreed.
"I'll meet you guys after school. We're going to have to really stick together through all this," Billy said. They all agreed and left for their homes.
Billy drove Katherine home. They shared a good night kiss, before Kat went inside. Billy drove off for his house, deep in thought. Tomorrow would quite possibly be one of the hardest days of their lives.
AN: Hope you liked it! On to chapter 8!
