A/N: Yay! My favorite couple! Okay, a little background on this: It was
originally a Billy/Kat, but I thought that it would sound better if Jason
was soul searching instead of our beloved genius. In this, Tommy and Kat
are a couple, Billy's just left to Aquitar, and Jason still has his Gold
powers. So in other words, I suppose this takes place around 'Hawaii Zeo'
(though I never saw the ep.). Hope you like!
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~*~
If you're lonely and
Need a friend
And troubles seem
Like they never end
Just remember to keep the faith
And love will be there
to light the way
~*~
It was a brisk September night, yet Jason Scott hardly noticed, being too into his thoughts.
' Now I know how Tommy felt when he first joined the team. Ever since I got the Gold Ranger powers, it seems like I'm an outsider. Maybe this is just a normal sixth ranger feeling.' It was painful the night he'd come back, to watch as the Zeo team were all close, and himself standing a ways away. But at least Billy had been there then, to remind him that he wasn't completely alone. Now, with him gone, the same feeling of loneliness crept back.
Something snapped him out of his thoughts long enough to let him glimpse the color pink out of the corner of his eye. It was Katherine, sitting all alone on a bench with only a thin shawl covering her shoulders.
" Kat? What are you doing out here this late?" She didn't answer, only pulled the wrap tighter. Oh please, say he didn't!
" Katherine... did Tommy forget about your date again?"
" For the third time this month. I even left him a message on his answering machine this morning, so that he would see and remember. I suppose this is what I get for having a forgetful boyfriend. " Even though her words were light, he could see the unshed tears in her eyes. Every time his bro forgot, it made Kat's heart turn a little darker. Also, knowing that Tommy had never been late for a date with Kim didn't make matters better.
" Well, would you like me to wait with you? I know it's not much of a help, but from what I heard, misery loves company." She nodded and scooted over so that he would have room. There was a long period of silence, both glad to be in the others' company.
" How are you doing Jase? I heard you went on a date with Emily the other night." For a brief moment, both forgot about their problems as Jason grinned broadly.
" Yeah, it was... interesting. She took me to her favorite bar and introduced me to some of her motorcycle friends."
" Are you serious? And how did they let you into a bar? You're only 18!" He shifted uncomfortably.
" Well, Emily used her friend's fake ids." Kat's eyebrows shot up.
" What? You, Mr. Justice, used fakers?"
" Hey, everyone has flaws. I mean, look at Tommy. He's perfect, but his memory sucks..." Damn, he had to bring that back up! Kat sighed sadly and looked away.
" It's just how he is. Without his forgetfulness, he wouldn't be the Tommy I've grown to love." She got up and wrapped her arms around herself. That made Jason remember that he was wearing a warm windbreaker, while she had barely anything to keep her warm.
" Here, take this." He pulled it off and threw it over his shoulders.
" Thank you." Only the whistle of the wind was audible as the pair stood. All of a sudden, Kat broke the silence.
" You're his best friend Jase, right? So tell me this. Am I an important part of his life?" What should he say? If he said yes, he could possibly get her hopes up for no reason, but if he said no... well, tears would definitely fall.
" You are one of the most significant things in his life," he said carefully.
" And you're avoiding my question... please Jason. Tell me the truth." He sighed.
" You want the truth? Well, the truth is I don't know. Ever since I left for Geneva, I've been out of the loop."
" Fine, then answer me this. Do I seem so unimportant that I can just be forgotten? Didn't I face down his own blaster to show him I care?? Haven't I proved to him that I want to be part of life?? An *important* part??" She clenched her fists.
" Maybe I'm blowing this way out of proportions, but it hurts Jason! It hurts to know that something as important to me as a date with a sweetheart is forgotten by him!" A few lone tears fell, and Jason, to his surprise, had the urge to kiss them away.
' This is serious, and I'm getting a hormonal over her!"
" Kat, you have every right to be mad at him, and I wish I knew something to say to make you feel better, but I don't. The only thing I can tell you for sure is that Tommy isn't intentionally doing this to you."
" I know he's not." Jason opened his arms and she gave into his hug.
" Thank you Jason for trying to make me feel better." She had known him for only a few months, and already she was feeling closer to him than many people she'd known for a long time.
" Wouldn't it be ironic if right now he were wishing he was on a date with you? It would be typical Tommy." Kat nodded and giggled slightly, before pulling away from him. He frowned, but whether it was from her leaving his arms or that she may start complaining again, she couldn't tell.
" Wait a moment... If memory serves me right, I saw you pass pretty glumly. Since you helped me, can I help you?" Jason smiled.
" It's not really something you can help me wit-"
" Try me." They sat back down and he began.
" Well, ever since I came back as the Gold Ranger, it just feels like... like I'm an outsider." This was what Kat liked about him. He was honest in his words, even if it meant him showing his faults. Tommy for some reason wasn't able to do that.
" How come you never told us this?"
" What would I say? Guys, I'm feeling left out, so could you include me?" Kat smiled.
" That's funny you say that. Don't you remember when Rocky felt like you were replacing him?"
" I couldn't understand how he could feel like that. I mean, he was *the* Blue Zeo Ranger, and I was just a help."
" You were much more than that Jason Scott, and don't say otherwise. And as for you feeling left out, just let me know, and I'll try and make you feel more involved. Okay?" He nodded and chucked. She said she would help him, and it did feel nice to get it off his chest.
" God, I must look like a wreck." She had mascara streaks around her eyes and her cheeks were red from the cold. She was the loveliest person he'd ever seen. Without thinking, Jason reached out and brushed the tear from her soft cheek, and was greeted with her hand covering his.
" How is it that a sweetheart like yourself has only been on a handful of dates Jase?" She dropped his hand and kissed his cheek. " Thank you for sitting with me. I'm feeling better already, but I think I should call Tommy and see if he's remembered yet." Kat stood and helped Jason up.
" Well, if you're sure you're okay, then I guess I better get home." She nodded and walked towards her house. As soon as she was out of earshot, he groaned and covered his face with his hands, before going in the opposite direction.
' Remember she's your best friend's girlfriend and move on. Just move on...'
~*~
As soon as she entered her warm home, Kat realized that she was still wearing Jason's black jacket.
' I guess I can give it back to him tomorrow.' Peering out the window as her friend left, she inhaled the jacket's scent. It was slightly spicy with a hint of cologne, and was purely Jason.
' Don't forget you have a boyfriend whom you love with all your heart... right?'
~*~
Anytime you need a friend
I will be here
You'll never be alone again
So don't you fear
Even if you're miles away
I'm by your side
So don't you ever be lonely
Love will make it all right
~*~
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A/N: The 'Kat helping Jase' part was spontaneously added, if you're wondering why it's awkward, but it just seemed to me that if Jason helped Kat, wouldn't it be proper for her to help him? I hope you liked this, because I sure did! By the way, thank you all for the large amount of reviews. I love them!
Ms. Birdman: I was going to do you song request for this, but it didn't quite fit, but it will probably be in the next chapter!
Rain: You are so generous in your compliments! Kyoushuku! Eh. I'm not into Jason/Kim, but I'll think about it, okay?
Cobalt-blue: To answer your question, every chapter is a separate AU. As for Yaoi... I'm not a big slash fan, but I got an email from someone wanting me to do a Hunter/Cam, so I'll think about it, okay?
Sierra: After I read your review (especially the 'yum' part), I had a weird thought. Zhane in a marshmallow costume. So cute! Ahem, sorry. Thank you for reviewing!
Power Princess: Wow, two thumbs up! The funny thing is that I didn't try to make a distinction between Astronema and Karone. I just kept reminding myself to try and keep it real. I guess luck was on my side!
Crystal Raven: Mike/Maya? Huh? Anyways, I'm glad you liked this!
Psychotic chaos: Xie xie for both the review and the OC thing! I hope your computer gets fixed! Why is everyone commenting about Mike/Maya? I haven't even said I'd write it or not!
Redwolf: Compliment overload! Thank you!! Yes, I have been thinking about writing a Jason/Kim, but if I do, it won't be for a pretty long while. I still have to finish a Blake/Tori, Billy/Kat, Chad/Kelsey, and Merrick/Shayla!
Karenashleydreamlover: Long pen name, eh? I'll look into the song and will use it as soon as it fits in a chapter!
Wow this chapter was long, but I guess it helps if you're a huge supporter of the couple! Please review!
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~*~
If you're lonely and
Need a friend
And troubles seem
Like they never end
Just remember to keep the faith
And love will be there
to light the way
~*~
It was a brisk September night, yet Jason Scott hardly noticed, being too into his thoughts.
' Now I know how Tommy felt when he first joined the team. Ever since I got the Gold Ranger powers, it seems like I'm an outsider. Maybe this is just a normal sixth ranger feeling.' It was painful the night he'd come back, to watch as the Zeo team were all close, and himself standing a ways away. But at least Billy had been there then, to remind him that he wasn't completely alone. Now, with him gone, the same feeling of loneliness crept back.
Something snapped him out of his thoughts long enough to let him glimpse the color pink out of the corner of his eye. It was Katherine, sitting all alone on a bench with only a thin shawl covering her shoulders.
" Kat? What are you doing out here this late?" She didn't answer, only pulled the wrap tighter. Oh please, say he didn't!
" Katherine... did Tommy forget about your date again?"
" For the third time this month. I even left him a message on his answering machine this morning, so that he would see and remember. I suppose this is what I get for having a forgetful boyfriend. " Even though her words were light, he could see the unshed tears in her eyes. Every time his bro forgot, it made Kat's heart turn a little darker. Also, knowing that Tommy had never been late for a date with Kim didn't make matters better.
" Well, would you like me to wait with you? I know it's not much of a help, but from what I heard, misery loves company." She nodded and scooted over so that he would have room. There was a long period of silence, both glad to be in the others' company.
" How are you doing Jase? I heard you went on a date with Emily the other night." For a brief moment, both forgot about their problems as Jason grinned broadly.
" Yeah, it was... interesting. She took me to her favorite bar and introduced me to some of her motorcycle friends."
" Are you serious? And how did they let you into a bar? You're only 18!" He shifted uncomfortably.
" Well, Emily used her friend's fake ids." Kat's eyebrows shot up.
" What? You, Mr. Justice, used fakers?"
" Hey, everyone has flaws. I mean, look at Tommy. He's perfect, but his memory sucks..." Damn, he had to bring that back up! Kat sighed sadly and looked away.
" It's just how he is. Without his forgetfulness, he wouldn't be the Tommy I've grown to love." She got up and wrapped her arms around herself. That made Jason remember that he was wearing a warm windbreaker, while she had barely anything to keep her warm.
" Here, take this." He pulled it off and threw it over his shoulders.
" Thank you." Only the whistle of the wind was audible as the pair stood. All of a sudden, Kat broke the silence.
" You're his best friend Jase, right? So tell me this. Am I an important part of his life?" What should he say? If he said yes, he could possibly get her hopes up for no reason, but if he said no... well, tears would definitely fall.
" You are one of the most significant things in his life," he said carefully.
" And you're avoiding my question... please Jason. Tell me the truth." He sighed.
" You want the truth? Well, the truth is I don't know. Ever since I left for Geneva, I've been out of the loop."
" Fine, then answer me this. Do I seem so unimportant that I can just be forgotten? Didn't I face down his own blaster to show him I care?? Haven't I proved to him that I want to be part of life?? An *important* part??" She clenched her fists.
" Maybe I'm blowing this way out of proportions, but it hurts Jason! It hurts to know that something as important to me as a date with a sweetheart is forgotten by him!" A few lone tears fell, and Jason, to his surprise, had the urge to kiss them away.
' This is serious, and I'm getting a hormonal over her!"
" Kat, you have every right to be mad at him, and I wish I knew something to say to make you feel better, but I don't. The only thing I can tell you for sure is that Tommy isn't intentionally doing this to you."
" I know he's not." Jason opened his arms and she gave into his hug.
" Thank you Jason for trying to make me feel better." She had known him for only a few months, and already she was feeling closer to him than many people she'd known for a long time.
" Wouldn't it be ironic if right now he were wishing he was on a date with you? It would be typical Tommy." Kat nodded and giggled slightly, before pulling away from him. He frowned, but whether it was from her leaving his arms or that she may start complaining again, she couldn't tell.
" Wait a moment... If memory serves me right, I saw you pass pretty glumly. Since you helped me, can I help you?" Jason smiled.
" It's not really something you can help me wit-"
" Try me." They sat back down and he began.
" Well, ever since I came back as the Gold Ranger, it just feels like... like I'm an outsider." This was what Kat liked about him. He was honest in his words, even if it meant him showing his faults. Tommy for some reason wasn't able to do that.
" How come you never told us this?"
" What would I say? Guys, I'm feeling left out, so could you include me?" Kat smiled.
" That's funny you say that. Don't you remember when Rocky felt like you were replacing him?"
" I couldn't understand how he could feel like that. I mean, he was *the* Blue Zeo Ranger, and I was just a help."
" You were much more than that Jason Scott, and don't say otherwise. And as for you feeling left out, just let me know, and I'll try and make you feel more involved. Okay?" He nodded and chucked. She said she would help him, and it did feel nice to get it off his chest.
" God, I must look like a wreck." She had mascara streaks around her eyes and her cheeks were red from the cold. She was the loveliest person he'd ever seen. Without thinking, Jason reached out and brushed the tear from her soft cheek, and was greeted with her hand covering his.
" How is it that a sweetheart like yourself has only been on a handful of dates Jase?" She dropped his hand and kissed his cheek. " Thank you for sitting with me. I'm feeling better already, but I think I should call Tommy and see if he's remembered yet." Kat stood and helped Jason up.
" Well, if you're sure you're okay, then I guess I better get home." She nodded and walked towards her house. As soon as she was out of earshot, he groaned and covered his face with his hands, before going in the opposite direction.
' Remember she's your best friend's girlfriend and move on. Just move on...'
~*~
As soon as she entered her warm home, Kat realized that she was still wearing Jason's black jacket.
' I guess I can give it back to him tomorrow.' Peering out the window as her friend left, she inhaled the jacket's scent. It was slightly spicy with a hint of cologne, and was purely Jason.
' Don't forget you have a boyfriend whom you love with all your heart... right?'
~*~
Anytime you need a friend
I will be here
You'll never be alone again
So don't you fear
Even if you're miles away
I'm by your side
So don't you ever be lonely
Love will make it all right
~*~
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A/N: The 'Kat helping Jase' part was spontaneously added, if you're wondering why it's awkward, but it just seemed to me that if Jason helped Kat, wouldn't it be proper for her to help him? I hope you liked this, because I sure did! By the way, thank you all for the large amount of reviews. I love them!
Ms. Birdman: I was going to do you song request for this, but it didn't quite fit, but it will probably be in the next chapter!
Rain: You are so generous in your compliments! Kyoushuku! Eh. I'm not into Jason/Kim, but I'll think about it, okay?
Cobalt-blue: To answer your question, every chapter is a separate AU. As for Yaoi... I'm not a big slash fan, but I got an email from someone wanting me to do a Hunter/Cam, so I'll think about it, okay?
Sierra: After I read your review (especially the 'yum' part), I had a weird thought. Zhane in a marshmallow costume. So cute! Ahem, sorry. Thank you for reviewing!
Power Princess: Wow, two thumbs up! The funny thing is that I didn't try to make a distinction between Astronema and Karone. I just kept reminding myself to try and keep it real. I guess luck was on my side!
Crystal Raven: Mike/Maya? Huh? Anyways, I'm glad you liked this!
Psychotic chaos: Xie xie for both the review and the OC thing! I hope your computer gets fixed! Why is everyone commenting about Mike/Maya? I haven't even said I'd write it or not!
Redwolf: Compliment overload! Thank you!! Yes, I have been thinking about writing a Jason/Kim, but if I do, it won't be for a pretty long while. I still have to finish a Blake/Tori, Billy/Kat, Chad/Kelsey, and Merrick/Shayla!
Karenashleydreamlover: Long pen name, eh? I'll look into the song and will use it as soon as it fits in a chapter!
Wow this chapter was long, but I guess it helps if you're a huge supporter of the couple! Please review!