Okay sorry it took me so long to update. I hope you like the new chapter I'm sorry if it is to long, but I just didn't like how it was going to end, so I continued and now it is longer than I wanted but at least I'm happy with it and how it ends. I already have the next 5 chapters completely planned out and the next 2 written. I'll probably update again Saturday. Hope you all enjoy!
Billy was behind the wheel of the van that the studio gave them. Adam was beside him in the passenger's seat. Zack, Rocky, and Aisha in the first set of back seats. Kat was in the very back no one felt like talking to her and that was fine by her she couldn't believe that they had aloud Kimberly back into their lives so easily. Just as that thought ran across Kat's mind Billy's cell phone went off breaking the silence in the van. Billy and Kat instantly knew who it was.
God she can't even breath without letting Billy know, that she's doing it all by herself. Kat mumbled
Miss me already or do you just need some help hiding the bodies? Billy joked earning him an odd look from everyone in the van and a very annoyed response from the person on the phone.
Ha Ha. Very funny. Kimberly huffed as she dug through her small closest in the trailer trying to find something to wear that was pink.
She stopped wearing, buying, or even looking at anything pink the day after she received Tommy's letter. Before she left on the quest Zordon had planned for her she tossed everything pink. Then went and purchased enough cloths to last her on her trip, all of it was black. She now tended to favor that color, but seeing Tommy and the others again. The urge to wear pink again was to strong to fight.
Seriously though what's up? Everything okay? Billy asked as he noticed Adam looking over at him.
Yeah I just wanted to tell you go ahead and tell them, what they need to know I've already told Tommy some of it and I'm sure he is telling Jason right now.
Wow. How much?
Just up to me leaving. I left you and Zordon out of it and he doesn't know where I went, what I found out or anything like that. I just can't bring myself to tell him... yet, but I will soon. I just need to do it when we're alone and I have time to explain.
Okay. I'll talk to them and I'll talk to you later we're half way to the studio and I want to do it before we get there.
Okay great thanks Billy I owe you big time. Kimberly said.
Billy hung up and looked in his rear view mirror to see he had everybody's attention.
Zack started
So, who wants to hear a story? Billy asked
A huff from Kat could be heard but was ignored by all. Billy took the silence and constant looks from the group as a yes.
After the pan global's Kimberly's life was turned upside down. Billy started as he continued to tell them what happened between Kimberly and her mom everyone had a mix look on their faces of sadness and disgust. Kat though just looked disgusted.
Kimberly and her mom have only talked a few times since then and every time it ends up with Kim leaving for a few days or until till she gets word that her mother went back to France. One time she left for almost two weeks no one knew where she was or how to get a hold of her, so she usually tells Danny where she is going and he'll let her know when it's safe to come back. After her mother told her all of this Kim left Florida and started to travel around the world. On one of my scouting trips for supplies for an experiment I was running, I ran into her. She told me everything and made me promise not to tell anyone. We kept in very close contact and I barely left her side for a while then she got the job here and I helped her move, stayed with her for a while. Then she meant Tom Hern, she seemed to have a good connection with him and that's when I knew she would be okay without me. I then came back to Angel Grove and you all know the rest, I knew you all thought that I just came straight back from Aquitar, and that was fine it didn't raise question that I couldn't answer. At the time it seemed like a perfect plan, then this happened, I didn't warn Kimberly that we were coming she would have left or found away to keep everyone away from her, and it's about time that she learns to open up again. Billy said as he pulled into the parking lot.
So all those phone calls at odd hours and long chats when you would leave for hours on end was Kimberly and not some mysterious girlfriend? Rocky asked
Yeah, I didn't want one of you guys to hear me say something and put the pieces together. I wanted to tell you guys, but I promised Kim I wouldn't.
Billy it's okay anyone of us would have done the same. Aisha said
Yeah it just hurts that she didn't think she could come to us. Adam said
She would have but after that letter she got from Tommy she thought you all felt the same way about her, she hadn't really heard from us that much. She was scared to have you all turn on her like her mother did.
Thanks Kat. Zack said in a cold tone.
He had only known Kat a few months before they came to New Zealand and he could see that she was not trying to live up to Kimberly's reputation as the pink ranger and friend to the others, but she was trying to be Kimberly. He was nice to her cause everyone seemed to like her even Jason, but he just couldn't warm up to her.
Hey! She brought it on herself. She was barely writing to anyone even Tommy. The break up and total lose of contact was bound to happen I just helped it along. Admit it how often did any of you call her, or take the time to read her letters as soon as you got them. Rocky I know for a fact it took you over a month to read the first letter Kim ever sent you.
Okay Kat we get the point we were rotten friends, but that's not the point and it's still no excuse for... Rocky said
Excuse! If you are looking for any kind of excuses for what I did, all you have to do is look at her. Kat shouted a few people in the parking lot looked at her.
What do you mean she brought it on herself Kimberly has always thought about others. She trusted you Kat. She gave you one of the most important things in her life and you turned against her. Zack was now getting angry.
You see you are proving my point. Perfect Kimberly, can never do anything wrong. She has always had the perfect life. A mom that pushed her to greatness, a world famous career, a great boyfriend, a mentor that thought of her as a daughter. And what do I get her hand me downs. The power should have been mine in the first place, her mother should have been mine, I should have had her life. But no that ungrateful cow got it all, and I had to work my butt off for everything I wanted. My mother was never there for me like hers was my parents didn't even know I was missing when Rita had control over me. I earned everything I have gotten! Kat yelled in anger
Except the power! Kimberly gave it to you cause she trusted you, but hey if you want Caroline to be your mother I'm sure Kim's got no problem with that, heck I'm sure it will be perfect, seeing how you two are so much alike. Billy said
Not that mother Billy. Billy looked taken back for a second but quickly recovered.
Oh Billy doesn't feel so special now does he. Now that he's not the only one that knows all of Perfect Kimberly's secretes.
Watch it Kat. Billy said softly but the with the anger clear in his voice.
I'm out of here. Kat said as she walked off.
Billy what did Kat mean... Adam started.
Nothing... I think she's losing it. Billy stated before walking off into the studio,
The others just shrugged and followed Billy into the studio.
Meanwhile Back At The Set
I told you to take it easy with Kim. Tom told William who was sulking in Tom's trailer.
But I thought we had something special together, I mean we really connected.
Just your mouths. Tom said as he rolled his eyes.
Tom thought William was a nice guy but he could never see what Kimberly saw in him. William was first hired as a extra. He had all of one line Leave the techno's' he was then to slam Kimberly into a wall and that was to be the end of it. After some positive feed back from a test audience his roll was increased. He was then to be in a few episodes as a anti-techno tribe member. Soon the writers started to write him as a love interest for Kimberly's character. Somewhere between that all he found ways to spend more and more time with her. Granted at the time her and Tom had been broken up but close... Best friends for almost two years. He guessed Kim connected with him cause he would always complement her and he would sit there patiently and listen to her. Well he would just stare at her and shake his head as she talked to him. Tom doubted highly that he was really listening to her, but still he couldn't figure out her attraction to him.
And what the hell is that suppose to mean? William asked angrily
It means what it means. Kimberly isn't the type to want a totally physical relationship. She wants more she wants someone she can talk to. Someone that knows when she is mad it's best to just let her take it out on them. Tommy does that, he knows how to handle her. When she is mad he gives her space, when she's sad that when he holds her and just sit there silently till she feels better or starts to talk to him. He doesn't jam his tongue down her throat to make her forget. That's what you did, heck that was your answer to everything. I'm amazed she could even finish a sentence with you around. You wanted all of her attention and when you didn't get it you would force her to turn her attention to you by starting a make out season with her in public. She hated it, she thought you might grow out of it as your relationship progressed but apparently you didn't. Tom started to lecture.
What the hell would you know you could even keep her yours for more than two dates. William hissed back as he stood up.
His face was bright red and he was shaking with anger.
Hey I knew enough to break it off, when I didn't want to. She loves Tommy always have and always will. I talk to her every night, we have our special spot that we go to every night and talk. Sometimes it's all night. She trusts me and she loves me like a brother but it's still love. She didn't trust you, she wanted to break it off for the last month, but she hated to ruin another relationship she thought it was her even when it wasn't her that destroyed the relationship it was idiots like you that couldn't see the inner her, the part of her that is truly beautiful and pure.
William had enough he couldn't take it anymore, he had enough of everyone talking down to him. It wasn't him it was her. She never gave them a chance and he knew why it was Tom. Tom was poisoning her against everyone, but him he wanted her for himself.
Shut up! William practically shouted as he went to throw a punch at Tom.
Tom easily caught it, and slammed William into the wall while holding his arm tightly against his back. William struggled to move but Tom was to strong to fight against.
I have and always will be a better fighter. Now a little advice, man to boy. Grow up, remember the good times you two had, and be happy for her. Cause if you don't she will cut you out of her life and never look back. She has Tommy now that's all she ever wanted and she deserves to be happy, don't ruin this for her, or you'll answer to me. Tom released his grip on William.
This isn't over. William said in a dead calm whisper
Yes it is. Your flight to the states is tomorrow and I will be there to personally make sure you get on that plane even if I have to toss you in to the boot of my car and drag you on to the plane. Now get out.
William left with out another word said. Tom finished getting ready and headed out of his trailer and started towards Kimberly's.
Kimberly's Trailer
Kimberly had pretty much emptied her closest trying to find something pink, but sadly found nothing.
That's it. she said to herself
She quickly ran into the small living room of the trailer where Jason and Tommy were. Jason looked up at her. She could feel his pity and it ripped her heart out she didn't want pity she just wanted her old life back.
Almost ready. She said softly holding her robe closed with one hand, as she started looking through some shopping bags that Meryl had dropped off.
Translation we'll be here for another two hours. Jason joked, earning him a slap to the back of his head.
Kimberly grabbed the bag she was looking for and headed back to her room. She knew Meryl wouldn't mind her borrowing one of her shirts considering it would more than likely end up in Kimberly's closest in a week anyway. She pulled out the top she was looking for it was all black the front of it looked like someone took a knife to it. Slashes on the front revealed a layer of hot pink under strands of black creating the image of the playboy bunny logo. She quickly threw the top on, it matched her black and gray striped jeans she put on her black leather belt on loosely so one end hung on her hip as the other end dip off her hip, the pink jewels on the belt shined in the light of the room. Kimberly started to brush her hair when she heard someone enter her trailer she assumed it was Tom and if it wasn't, Tommy and Jason were sure to make anyone else go away. So she continued to fix her hair and makeup.
Hey Tom. Jason said as he saw Tom walking through the door.
She still getting ready? Tom asked
Of course it hasn't been two hours yet. Jason joked.
I think I'm going to check on her.
Tommy quickly asked
It never takes her this long to get ready.
Since when? Tommy laughed
The laughter was soon followed by a ow. Kimberly came out and hit Tommy over the head with a pillow.
Since I moved here. She stated simply.
You guys ready? Kimberly asked as she went to pick up her bag.
Tommy said taking the bag from Kimberly.
Tom and Jason left first with Kimberly and Tommy close behind hand in hand.
Back at the studio
Hey guy. Raymond said as the group walked in.
Where's Kat? Danny asked noticing she wasn't with the others.
I think she quit. Billy answered.
Both men gave a knowing nod.
Okay, well anyway I hope you guys enjoyed the shoot today. But now it is time to get to work. Billy you know where the school trailer is, Caleb is the only one who really needs help right now but trust me that in itself is a fully time job that boy understands math like I understand Kimberly.
Great I'm doomed. Billy joked as he headed out to find Caleb.
Okay Rocky I would like you to meet with the stuntman and talk to them you will be in charge of stunts too now. I'm hoping Tommy and Jason will want to stay on as Kimberly's bodyguards until this manic is caught. Raymond continued.
I think you'll have more of a problem getting them away from her when the guy is caught.
Okay Aisha, Zack I have videos and CD's of everyone's work except Kimberly's and some tribe tour footage for you guy to go over. Tomorrow you all will start working with Kimberly, Caleb, Meryl and James.
Zack and Aisha nodded. Then them and Rocky left to find where they needed to go.
Okay Adam, I would like you to go back to the housing. I don't know if you heard or not but Kimberly was attacked last night. She was taken to the Hospital but the instant she regain consciousness she left before be looked over. I'm hoping that because your friends she let you take a look at her. I do have to warn you she hates doctors only Billy has been able to look at her or take care of her when anything happened, but I hope she'll trust you enough to let you be her doctor. I have arranged for Danny to take you back to the housing, Danny will also come in handy if she starts killing people. I know she's not going to be happy about this, but I just worry about her. She could get her arm cut off and be bleed to death and she still wouldn't go to a doctor.
I'll do my best but I know how strong willed she can be.
Raymond said.
Back at the housing complex
The police had finally left after about an hour of question and lecturing Kimberly about not reporting the incident sooner. Kimberly rolled her eyes and rubbed her temples as she shut the door.
Guys I have a headache, I think I'm going to lay down for a little bit if you don't mind. Kimberly said as she went into the kitchen grabbing a water and some medicine.
Not at all just let me do a quick check of the place then you can go lay down. Jason said as he got up.
Tommy walked to where Kimberly was now leaning on the counter that divided the living room and kitchen.
You okay? Tommy asked gently
Yeah it's just a headache. Kimberly said opening the pill bottle.
That's not aspirin, what is this? Tommy asked taking the bottle from Kimberly.
Tommy asked.
What's Anti-vert? Jason asked coming back into the room.
Short version, when the power doesn't want to let you go and you leave anyway it gives you these nice little problems for a while, but you don't notice them right away. When I get really worked up like if I'm doing a fight scene or anything that raises my heart rate, I get dizzy and I'll get a really bad headache this makes it go away. Kimberly explained knowing that she had to tell them or they wouldn't let her rest in piece for very long.
They both gave her concerned looks.
Don't look at me like that. I don't need to take it very often anymore. I'm fine really, now I'm going to lay down for a little. Kimberly said she then took the pill and headed off towards her bedroom.
