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"Here he is, Lady Kisla. Zhane of KO-35. As you can see, there isn't much that can be done. His injuries include several broken ribs, two that punctured his lungs and one that nicked his heart. He lost copious amounts of blood, his spine was slightly twisted and two vertebrae snapped. It's a miracle he lasted long enough for us to place him in the cyro chamber."* Delphine told the young Queen softly. Kimberly frowned.
"It was his ranger powers; it had to have been. They kept him alive long enough for Andros to reach Aquator. He most likely would've died seconds after his lungs were punctured if he hadn't had the powers." she murmured. Andros swallowed painfully at the site of his friend. Among the injuries listed by the white ranger, Zhane was also covered in cuts and bruises which were slowly healing. Already, most of the bruises were fading and the cuts were closing. However, the silver ranger still couldn't breath on his own and the oxygen mask covering Zhane's quirky features was nauseating.
"There is also the matter that he broke both his arm and leg, and, from what we can discern, may have suffered a serious trauma to the cranium. No one knows for certain if he'll ever be lucid again, even after the cyro tank heals him." Cestro told her sadly. It was always a mournful day when a ranger died or was permanently put out of commission. Kimberly set her jaw, images of her friends and teammates in Zhane's place flashing through her mind. She felt a hand on her shoulder and gave Adam a brief, flitting smile. Turning back to the rangers, she shrugged out of her cloak.
"Alright, everyone out! I need perfect silence and space. I'm not sure how long this will take." She ordered. After a quick reassuring nod from the Peacemaker, Billy, Adam, and the Aquatain rangers left. Kim turned to Andros but one look at his face told her he wasn't leaving. She nodded. Standing next to the cyro tank, Kimberly put her hands out in front of her, palms down. Closing her eyes, she began to concentrate, forgetting everything around her but the man who lay in front of her. She could feel the Hawk answer her plea and the power surround her. She began to glow.**
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"Jason, do you think this will work? I mean, the citizens don't look all that trusting. In fact, they look downright terrified of us." Trini softly told Jason. Zack nodded.
The three were in a small spaceport on the refugee planet Aloria. While here ship was sitting in the hanger, they had decided to see what the Phaedosian's were like. So far, they had found them to be sincere, honest people who were wary of strangers. Jason's heart constricted when he noticed the terrified glance of a little girl no older than six or seven. Even those who had not been around when Atora had decimated Phaedos were scared!
"I know. It's gonna take a lot of convincing but once they find out we are who we say we are, I don't think we'll have much trouble." Jason told them. Zack looked around.
"Now I understand that freighter captains warning. Unless that leader guy agrees to see us, I doubt we'll be welcomed here very long." Zack mentioned. Jason nodded. Just then, a young boy of about fourteen with long curly blonde hair tied back in a ponytail at the nape of his neck stepped up to their table. Jason became acutely aware of every eye on him and his three friends.
"Sir, are you Jason Scott? Captain of the zord that landed in the spaceport?" the boy asked. Several people perked up at hearing about the zord, but Jason ignored them.
"Yes I am. What can I do for you?" he asked. The boy bit his lip.
"My master, the Lord Manjari, asks if you are ranger or foe. For if you say ranger and are true, you will be welcomed to Aloria with honors. But if you are foe, you will be slain where you stand." The boy remarked and pulled out a sword. Jason could tell the boy was terrified and sighed. He stood up and flicked his wrist. His morpher glove appeared and his appearance changed into that of King Janar. An older man nearby gasped and Jason saw tears spring to his eyes. He smiled at the boy.
"The only foe I am to is that of Atora and Zedd. What is your name?" He asked the awestruck and trembling boy.
"J-Je-Jedet, milord. Servant of Lord Manjari, ruler of the Galaxia Space Port." Jason smiled as Jedet's gaze wandered to the now Ninjette-clothed Trini and Zack.
"May I introduce you to my Protectors, Lady Talia, Guardian of Thunder, and Lord Zyphyll, Guardian of the Sun?" Jason stifled a smile at Zack's grimace. Jedet gave a trembling smile and a short bow.
"It is a pleasure to meet you milady, milord." The boy whispered. Trini's eyes twinkled and Zack coughed to cover up a laugh.
"And you, milord. What is your name?" The old man spoke up, his voice hoarse and cracking. Jason glanced at Trini and Zack who both shrugged. Deciding honesty was the best course of action, he stood straight and with a flash the staff of the King of Phaedos appeared in his hand.
"I am King Janar, son of King Havagin and Queen Dulcinea, Guardian of Fire, and Lord of Phaedos. Now, may I please see my Governor of the New Galaxia Space Port?" Jason asked with a small smile. Jedet fell to his knees, his head bowed as the old man shouted in triumph. As if waiting the old man's approval of the strange man garbed in royal Phaedosian custom, the tavern burst into excited chatter and mayhem as people sang the praises.
"The king has arrived at last!"
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After the proclamation of his standing, King Janar was immediately escorted to the home of the Lord of New Galaxia. Jedet was beside himself with happiness and kept sneaking peeks at the King. Finally, as they were nearing the gates of the governor's home, Jason spoke.
"Jedet, how long have you been a servant?" Jedet looked down.
"Since I was born, milord. My mother was a tax servant and she died giving birth to my little sister. Since her debt had not been paid, I was entrusted as a servant in her place. I will not be released for another eight years." Jason frowned.
"Are you paid?" He asked, already dreading the answer. Jedet looked up in surprise.
"No, milord. My mother became a servant because she could not pay her taxes. No one in the port can truly afford the taxes the governor places on them. Anyone who cannot pay must serve for only food, drink, and shelter." Jason scowled.
"Trini, didn't Dulcea say that the one thing my parents forbid were taxes and slavery? Also, that slavery was punishable by death to the United Alliance of Good?" Trini nodded, troubled. Zack nudged Jason who looked up. They were at the gates. A Guard nodded his respect and made to keep Jedet from going inside but one look from Jason stopped him. Jason gently guided Jedet with him as they entered the Governor's home.
It was richly decorated in gold, silver, and priceless objects. Servants were everywhere and when they caught sight of King Janar and Jedet, a look a dread filled there faces. A man only a little older than Jason himself stepped forward.
"Milord, has Jedet been causing trouble?" Jason frowned.
"No, I wish to speak with the Governor." Jason left no room for argument and soon the four were ushered into a small room. An older man dressed in gold and ruby colored robes stood from the desk he had been sitting at. However, when his gaze came to rest on the staff Jason held, he paled and sat back down. Jason nodded to Zack and then glanced at Jedet. Instinctively knowing what Jason wanted, Zack guided the young boy out asking where the boy kept his things. Trini stayed behind. Jason glared at the Governor.
"Milord, I, am curious as to where you discovered that staff." Jason's eyes narrowed as a flash of greed entered the man's eyes.
"It was given to me by my aunt, the Master Warrior of Phaedos, Queen Dulcea. I'm going to get straight to the point. I am King Janar, son of King Havagin and Queen Dulcinea, Guardian of Fire, and Lord of Phaedos. This is my Protectress, Lady Talia, Guardian of Thunder. I'm curious to know why you have hundreds of slaves when Phaedosian law and the United Alliance of Good forbids slavery." He raised a cool eyebrow. The man swallowed a few times.
"Well, technically we do not follow Phaedosian law now that we are no longer on Phaedos." He said, glancing anywhere but at the very much pissed off King in front of him. Jason nodded.
"I see. Then you do not fear death?" he asked. The Governor's head snapped up.
"What do you mean?" He asked in a small voice. Jason nodded to Trini.
"The United Alliance of Good states that any individual or group that is caught forcing slavery upon his peers shall be put to death." She told him in a cold, steely voice. Jason raised an eyebrow.
"So? Do you fear death?" he asked. The Governor swallowed a few times.
"Milord, do you threaten me?" he finally stuttered out. Jason chuckled.
"No. I warn you. I will let this go; however you shall no longer have Tax servants or any other kind unless you pay them. And for every slave you currently have, they will be paid for all the years they have served you. Orphan children, such as Jedet, will also be paid what there parents would have received. You will do this by the end of the week or I will notify Zordon of Eltar and the Alliance." He told him. The Governor gulped.
"Very well." He finally mumbled. Jason nodded.
"Lady Talia will figure out what each person shall receive. Now, I've come to New Galaxia to inform the people that if they wish, they may return to Phaedos. Ships will be arriving in two weeks, which gives people the time to pack and gather there belongings. If they do not wish to follow, I will not make them. It is there choice. However, any person that wishes to come is allowed. Also, all orphan children are required. Homes will be found for them on Phaedos. As for Jedet, I will be taking him in as a personal assistant if he so wishes." The Governor nodded. Jason smiled.
"You will notify the people of New Galaxia of this and I would advise you to warn other slave holders of my decision. Lord Zyphyll will be in charge of handing out luggage containers and organizing the ship arrangements. We'll be borrowing your home as a base of operations and all the items will be packed up and sent to Eltar as a.-donation of sorts." Jason hid a smirk at the horrified look the Governor had. He stood.
"I am hoping you'll begin announcements at once?" He asked. The Governor meekly bowed his head. Jason nodded and left the room, staff vanishing as he did so. He grinned as he heard Trini begin to interrogate the poor lazy man.
"I pity him. He got on Trini's bad side." Jason murmured to himself. Spotting Zack showing Jedet his Power Axe, he made his away over to them. Zack grinned.
"Where's Trini?" Jason chuckled and motioned towards the Governors office with his head. Zack broke into a grin.
"She pissed?" he asked jovially. Jedet was looking between the two men, awe and surprise evident on his features. Jason nodded. He turned to Jedet.
"Jedet, you have a choice. You can serve me as a paid servant, or you can become Zack's apprentice and eventually become a Royal Guard. Then there's a third choice. You can train to be my 'Ambassador to the People.' If you do that, you'll study with Zack, Trini, Billy, Adam, Dulcea, my sister, and myself. Or, you can settle into one of the villages." He told the young boy. Jedet's eyes gleamed with unshed tears.
"I use to tell my sister that when the King and Queen returned, I'd serve them in any way I could. But to learn under you! That is a dream I never imagined. I would like to train to become your Ambassador, milord." Jason nodded.
"Very well. However, call me Jason. It's my earth name. You have a sister?" He asked. Jedet nodded, a cloud covering his eyes.
"The Gov sold her to the Governor of the New Universal Space Port three years ago." He told them. Jason nodded.
"We'll find her and she'll get to choose her life. Kim might even offer her a place as a hand maiden." Jason mentioned offhandedly. Jedet grinned for a few minutes before the grin faded into puzzlement.
"Kim?" Jedet asked faintly.
Jason and Zack just laughed.
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*I'm not entirely sure someone would survive all this at the same time but I thought it sounded good. Also, I personally believe that the ranger powers would keep Zhane alive long enough to reach medical attention. If you believe I screwed up royally, feel free to let me know but don't expect me to change it.
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"Here he is, Lady Kisla. Zhane of KO-35. As you can see, there isn't much that can be done. His injuries include several broken ribs, two that punctured his lungs and one that nicked his heart. He lost copious amounts of blood, his spine was slightly twisted and two vertebrae snapped. It's a miracle he lasted long enough for us to place him in the cyro chamber."* Delphine told the young Queen softly. Kimberly frowned.
"It was his ranger powers; it had to have been. They kept him alive long enough for Andros to reach Aquator. He most likely would've died seconds after his lungs were punctured if he hadn't had the powers." she murmured. Andros swallowed painfully at the site of his friend. Among the injuries listed by the white ranger, Zhane was also covered in cuts and bruises which were slowly healing. Already, most of the bruises were fading and the cuts were closing. However, the silver ranger still couldn't breath on his own and the oxygen mask covering Zhane's quirky features was nauseating.
"There is also the matter that he broke both his arm and leg, and, from what we can discern, may have suffered a serious trauma to the cranium. No one knows for certain if he'll ever be lucid again, even after the cyro tank heals him." Cestro told her sadly. It was always a mournful day when a ranger died or was permanently put out of commission. Kimberly set her jaw, images of her friends and teammates in Zhane's place flashing through her mind. She felt a hand on her shoulder and gave Adam a brief, flitting smile. Turning back to the rangers, she shrugged out of her cloak.
"Alright, everyone out! I need perfect silence and space. I'm not sure how long this will take." She ordered. After a quick reassuring nod from the Peacemaker, Billy, Adam, and the Aquatain rangers left. Kim turned to Andros but one look at his face told her he wasn't leaving. She nodded. Standing next to the cyro tank, Kimberly put her hands out in front of her, palms down. Closing her eyes, she began to concentrate, forgetting everything around her but the man who lay in front of her. She could feel the Hawk answer her plea and the power surround her. She began to glow.**
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"Jason, do you think this will work? I mean, the citizens don't look all that trusting. In fact, they look downright terrified of us." Trini softly told Jason. Zack nodded.
The three were in a small spaceport on the refugee planet Aloria. While here ship was sitting in the hanger, they had decided to see what the Phaedosian's were like. So far, they had found them to be sincere, honest people who were wary of strangers. Jason's heart constricted when he noticed the terrified glance of a little girl no older than six or seven. Even those who had not been around when Atora had decimated Phaedos were scared!
"I know. It's gonna take a lot of convincing but once they find out we are who we say we are, I don't think we'll have much trouble." Jason told them. Zack looked around.
"Now I understand that freighter captains warning. Unless that leader guy agrees to see us, I doubt we'll be welcomed here very long." Zack mentioned. Jason nodded. Just then, a young boy of about fourteen with long curly blonde hair tied back in a ponytail at the nape of his neck stepped up to their table. Jason became acutely aware of every eye on him and his three friends.
"Sir, are you Jason Scott? Captain of the zord that landed in the spaceport?" the boy asked. Several people perked up at hearing about the zord, but Jason ignored them.
"Yes I am. What can I do for you?" he asked. The boy bit his lip.
"My master, the Lord Manjari, asks if you are ranger or foe. For if you say ranger and are true, you will be welcomed to Aloria with honors. But if you are foe, you will be slain where you stand." The boy remarked and pulled out a sword. Jason could tell the boy was terrified and sighed. He stood up and flicked his wrist. His morpher glove appeared and his appearance changed into that of King Janar. An older man nearby gasped and Jason saw tears spring to his eyes. He smiled at the boy.
"The only foe I am to is that of Atora and Zedd. What is your name?" He asked the awestruck and trembling boy.
"J-Je-Jedet, milord. Servant of Lord Manjari, ruler of the Galaxia Space Port." Jason smiled as Jedet's gaze wandered to the now Ninjette-clothed Trini and Zack.
"May I introduce you to my Protectors, Lady Talia, Guardian of Thunder, and Lord Zyphyll, Guardian of the Sun?" Jason stifled a smile at Zack's grimace. Jedet gave a trembling smile and a short bow.
"It is a pleasure to meet you milady, milord." The boy whispered. Trini's eyes twinkled and Zack coughed to cover up a laugh.
"And you, milord. What is your name?" The old man spoke up, his voice hoarse and cracking. Jason glanced at Trini and Zack who both shrugged. Deciding honesty was the best course of action, he stood straight and with a flash the staff of the King of Phaedos appeared in his hand.
"I am King Janar, son of King Havagin and Queen Dulcinea, Guardian of Fire, and Lord of Phaedos. Now, may I please see my Governor of the New Galaxia Space Port?" Jason asked with a small smile. Jedet fell to his knees, his head bowed as the old man shouted in triumph. As if waiting the old man's approval of the strange man garbed in royal Phaedosian custom, the tavern burst into excited chatter and mayhem as people sang the praises.
"The king has arrived at last!"
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After the proclamation of his standing, King Janar was immediately escorted to the home of the Lord of New Galaxia. Jedet was beside himself with happiness and kept sneaking peeks at the King. Finally, as they were nearing the gates of the governor's home, Jason spoke.
"Jedet, how long have you been a servant?" Jedet looked down.
"Since I was born, milord. My mother was a tax servant and she died giving birth to my little sister. Since her debt had not been paid, I was entrusted as a servant in her place. I will not be released for another eight years." Jason frowned.
"Are you paid?" He asked, already dreading the answer. Jedet looked up in surprise.
"No, milord. My mother became a servant because she could not pay her taxes. No one in the port can truly afford the taxes the governor places on them. Anyone who cannot pay must serve for only food, drink, and shelter." Jason scowled.
"Trini, didn't Dulcea say that the one thing my parents forbid were taxes and slavery? Also, that slavery was punishable by death to the United Alliance of Good?" Trini nodded, troubled. Zack nudged Jason who looked up. They were at the gates. A Guard nodded his respect and made to keep Jedet from going inside but one look from Jason stopped him. Jason gently guided Jedet with him as they entered the Governor's home.
It was richly decorated in gold, silver, and priceless objects. Servants were everywhere and when they caught sight of King Janar and Jedet, a look a dread filled there faces. A man only a little older than Jason himself stepped forward.
"Milord, has Jedet been causing trouble?" Jason frowned.
"No, I wish to speak with the Governor." Jason left no room for argument and soon the four were ushered into a small room. An older man dressed in gold and ruby colored robes stood from the desk he had been sitting at. However, when his gaze came to rest on the staff Jason held, he paled and sat back down. Jason nodded to Zack and then glanced at Jedet. Instinctively knowing what Jason wanted, Zack guided the young boy out asking where the boy kept his things. Trini stayed behind. Jason glared at the Governor.
"Milord, I, am curious as to where you discovered that staff." Jason's eyes narrowed as a flash of greed entered the man's eyes.
"It was given to me by my aunt, the Master Warrior of Phaedos, Queen Dulcea. I'm going to get straight to the point. I am King Janar, son of King Havagin and Queen Dulcinea, Guardian of Fire, and Lord of Phaedos. This is my Protectress, Lady Talia, Guardian of Thunder. I'm curious to know why you have hundreds of slaves when Phaedosian law and the United Alliance of Good forbids slavery." He raised a cool eyebrow. The man swallowed a few times.
"Well, technically we do not follow Phaedosian law now that we are no longer on Phaedos." He said, glancing anywhere but at the very much pissed off King in front of him. Jason nodded.
"I see. Then you do not fear death?" he asked. The Governor's head snapped up.
"What do you mean?" He asked in a small voice. Jason nodded to Trini.
"The United Alliance of Good states that any individual or group that is caught forcing slavery upon his peers shall be put to death." She told him in a cold, steely voice. Jason raised an eyebrow.
"So? Do you fear death?" he asked. The Governor swallowed a few times.
"Milord, do you threaten me?" he finally stuttered out. Jason chuckled.
"No. I warn you. I will let this go; however you shall no longer have Tax servants or any other kind unless you pay them. And for every slave you currently have, they will be paid for all the years they have served you. Orphan children, such as Jedet, will also be paid what there parents would have received. You will do this by the end of the week or I will notify Zordon of Eltar and the Alliance." He told him. The Governor gulped.
"Very well." He finally mumbled. Jason nodded.
"Lady Talia will figure out what each person shall receive. Now, I've come to New Galaxia to inform the people that if they wish, they may return to Phaedos. Ships will be arriving in two weeks, which gives people the time to pack and gather there belongings. If they do not wish to follow, I will not make them. It is there choice. However, any person that wishes to come is allowed. Also, all orphan children are required. Homes will be found for them on Phaedos. As for Jedet, I will be taking him in as a personal assistant if he so wishes." The Governor nodded. Jason smiled.
"You will notify the people of New Galaxia of this and I would advise you to warn other slave holders of my decision. Lord Zyphyll will be in charge of handing out luggage containers and organizing the ship arrangements. We'll be borrowing your home as a base of operations and all the items will be packed up and sent to Eltar as a.-donation of sorts." Jason hid a smirk at the horrified look the Governor had. He stood.
"I am hoping you'll begin announcements at once?" He asked. The Governor meekly bowed his head. Jason nodded and left the room, staff vanishing as he did so. He grinned as he heard Trini begin to interrogate the poor lazy man.
"I pity him. He got on Trini's bad side." Jason murmured to himself. Spotting Zack showing Jedet his Power Axe, he made his away over to them. Zack grinned.
"Where's Trini?" Jason chuckled and motioned towards the Governors office with his head. Zack broke into a grin.
"She pissed?" he asked jovially. Jedet was looking between the two men, awe and surprise evident on his features. Jason nodded. He turned to Jedet.
"Jedet, you have a choice. You can serve me as a paid servant, or you can become Zack's apprentice and eventually become a Royal Guard. Then there's a third choice. You can train to be my 'Ambassador to the People.' If you do that, you'll study with Zack, Trini, Billy, Adam, Dulcea, my sister, and myself. Or, you can settle into one of the villages." He told the young boy. Jedet's eyes gleamed with unshed tears.
"I use to tell my sister that when the King and Queen returned, I'd serve them in any way I could. But to learn under you! That is a dream I never imagined. I would like to train to become your Ambassador, milord." Jason nodded.
"Very well. However, call me Jason. It's my earth name. You have a sister?" He asked. Jedet nodded, a cloud covering his eyes.
"The Gov sold her to the Governor of the New Universal Space Port three years ago." He told them. Jason nodded.
"We'll find her and she'll get to choose her life. Kim might even offer her a place as a hand maiden." Jason mentioned offhandedly. Jedet grinned for a few minutes before the grin faded into puzzlement.
"Kim?" Jedet asked faintly.
Jason and Zack just laughed.
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*I'm not entirely sure someone would survive all this at the same time but I thought it sounded good. Also, I personally believe that the ranger powers would keep Zhane alive long enough to reach medical attention. If you believe I screwed up royally, feel free to let me know but don't expect me to change it.
**I was going to end the chapter right there to make sure ya'll came back to find out what she was doing, but then I realized that wasn't even a page so I continued. Anyway, can anyone guess what Kim is doing? You guess correctly and I'll send you a cyber cookie!
Well what did you think? What about Trini and Zack's names? Let me know!
Feliz Navidad!
Merry Christmas!
Happy Hanukah!
Happy Kwanzaa!
Happy Holidays!
Happy New Years!
