Chapter 33: Future Plans

Ashley and Karone were talking about the soon-to-be wedding when the Pink Lightspeed Ranger came bouncing in. "Whoa! Someone had a goodnight's sleep last night," Ashley commented.

"You guys aren't going to believe this, but carter ahs done the greatest thing that'll change everything," Dana stated.

"Well you started telling us, you better finish it," Karone teased.

Dana held up her hand with a huge grin on her face. "Carter proposed," she announced. Both of the girls stood up and looked at the ring.

"Dana, this is beautiful," Ashley complimented.

"When did this happen?" Karone asked.

"Last night after I apologized for the way I've been acting," Dana replied.

"Then he proposed then and there?" Ashley asked.

"No, he was quiet for a second. I thought he was very angry with me. When I was about to walk away, he called out to me and told me he forgave me. Then he just dropped down onto one knee right then and there," Dana explained.

"So, now we have two weddings to plan," Ashley giggled.

"Not for awhile on mine. Carter and I decided that we should wait until we have settled with everything. I mean, once Queen Bansheera and Zafina are gone we could start planning. We'll be waiting until after Zhane and Karone have their wedding," Dana explained.

They nodded and then the Red Lightspeed Ranger and the Red Space Ranger came in. "Good morning, beautiful," Carter greeted. He placed a kiss on her cheek and wrapped his arms around her waist. Dana giggled and placed a hand on his face.

"Okay, guys, not here," Ashley laughed.

"Sorry," Dana murmured.

Carter sat down next to her and they all started talking about their futures. "So, Karone, where do you think you and Zhane will be getting married?" Dana asked.

"I don't know. Well, we like it here. We could always drag our friends here," Karone replied.

She played with her engagement ring with a sigh. Ashley placed a hand on her shoulder. "He'll be back," she assured her.

"I know, but I can't help but miss him," Karone sighed.

Dana nodded as she thought about where Ryan might be at that moment.

(Somewhere in the Desert)

Zhane and Ryan were trying to find a new idea since the wizard that tried to help them was destroyed. "So, Zhane, what do you plan to do once Queen Bansheera is gone for good?" He asked. Zhane smiled as he kept walking.

"I plan on marrying Karone once we get back. We'll go back to Angel Grove and raise a family," he replied.

"What about Andros and Ashley?" Ryan asked.

"Sadly, they wish to stay in Mariner Bay. They like it there; they find it a perfect place to raise a family. I guess Ashley was tired of living in the same town. She loves Angel Grove don't get her wrong. She loves Angel Grove, but she wants to live somewhere else. So, they want to stay in Mariner Bay."

"Mariner Bay is a nice place."

Zhane smiled as he climbed up a hill. "It's growing dark," Zhane stated.

"Yeah, we should try and rest here," Ryan agreed.

Zhane sat down on the sand and looked at the sky. Ryan looked at the stars with a sigh. "So, you guys are really from outer space?" He asked.

"Yep, we once lived on KO-35," Zhane replied.

He sighed and then he looked at him. "So, what do you plan on doing once this is all over?" He asked.

"I have no idea. I would like to ask that cute Yellow Ranger out on a date," Ryan replied.
"You should go for it, man. She likes you, I could tell before we left."

"Yeah, but maybe Chad is asking her out."

"Nah, if she likes you, she'll wait for you. Trust me, I've been in your spot. I always wanted to date Andros's sister, but she was evil at the time and I didn't know that she was Karone. I had fallen for her when I met her and was able to bring out the kindness in her. When she was good, I had lost my heart completely to her."

"And now look at you, engaged and wanting to marry this girl."

"Yep. You'll have it one day too, Ryan. Kelsey really does like you. Just ask her when we get back."

Ryan nodded with a grin. "I wonder what Carter and Dana are doing though," he stated.

"Being an older brother, being protective of your sister is in your blood. Trust me, I've had to go through Andros's looks when I first started dating Karone," Zhane laughed.

"Yeah, I know Carter wouldn't hurt, Dana. I know he loves her more than his life."

"Of course he will."

Ryan nodded and thought about Dana and Kelsey. The two girls he loved. Zhane placed a hand on his shoulder. "Come on, let's go," he insisted. They got up and walked away to find the help they need.

(Back in Mariner Bay)

Ashley was looking out at the ocean when Andros came up to her. "Hey," he greeted. Ashley turned and looked at him with a smile. "What's going on with you lately?" He asked. Ashley sighed and grabbed onto his hands.

"Andros, I have the most wonderful news," she announced.

"What is it?" He asked.

"Well, we've been married for a year now."

"Yes."

She gave him a big smile, if her smile got any bigger, her face would bust. "Andros, I'm pregnant," she announced. He looked at her in disbelief.

"Pregnant? Are you sure?" He asked.

"I'm positive," she replied.

She took his left hand and placed it on her stomach. "I'm seven weeks along," she added. He looked at her with no expression on his face. Then all of a sudden, a huge grin came upon his face. Andros then wrapped his arms around her waist. Ashley wrapped her arms around his neck and laughed as he spun her around. Even though the thing when Dana and Carter was wonderful news, but this was the best thing that ever happened to this couple. Once he placed her on the ground, he grabbed her hand and they went back into the Aqua-Base.

Everyone else that were still in the galley, looked up when Andros and Ashley burst in. "Whoa! Andros, where's the fire?" Joel asked.

"Ashley and I have great news," Andros replied.

Ms. Fairweather just smiled, since she was the one that told Ashley that she was pregnant. "What's going on?" Kelsey asked.

"Guys, we're having a baby," Ashley replied.

"That's terrific, congratulations," Carter congratulated.

The girls stood up and embraced their teammate and friend while the guys shook hands and patted Andros on the back. "Wow, we have a wedding and a baby to prepare for," Dana commented.

"Yeah, but the baby is going to take longer," Ashley commented.

"But it'll be worth the wait," Andros stated.

They nodded and were all happy for the couple. "And the best part is, Ashley will be able to keep fighting. I have equipped her powers with a shield around her abdomen so the baby could be kept safe," Ms. Fairweather informed.

"More good news, I love this day," Joel commented.

Everyone laughed but they agreed. This was the greatest day ever.

"NO!" Zafina screamed. She watched them with a sneer. "That is supposed to be my child," she snapped.

"Calm down, Zafina. The Yellow Ranger and the child will both perish, I promise you," Vypra told her.

"It better I happen and if it doesn't, I'll have your life force for this, Vypra," Zafina spat.