Okay I think this is my longest chapter. The next one should be just as long if you guys don't like the length let me know and I'll split it into two chapters. Sorry if the end is a little rushed it's just it wasn't all that thrilling to read but necessary to have. Hope you all like please leave a review on your way out of the story please. And remember If you love something set it free. if it doesn't come back, hunt it down and kill it

Tommy sat on the bench his back leaning against the window that led out to Kimberly's balcony. As he gazed upon her he just couldn't help but smile it was now almost 2 in the morning, they had just had the biggest misunderstanding that could have caused a huge fight between Tommy and her. Yet here she was just an hour after it, sitting Indian style on her bed typing away working on God only knows what. Singing a song that she wanted to remake, for her upcoming album. That shocked Tommy quite a bit he knew she was getting into singing again but he didn't realize that one she had already had a record deal with a launch date set, and two that this would be her second album, but it would be her first solo album. She had done lead on almost every song on the Tribe's season 5 and it's upcoming season 6 soundtrack.

Tommy looked on at her in complete aw. Here she was this huge star in New Zealand, one of the biggest sports stars in the USA and probably... He took that thought back she would be a huge recording star even if it was just in New Zealand. Yet with all of this happening she was for the most part that same down to earth Kim she's always been.

Tommy started to replay the nights events that led up to this point in time. As Kimberly continued to sing and type.

Early that evening

Over 30 minutes had passed since Tommy and the other former rangers had seen Kimberly or Danny. Tommy had spent the past 5 minutes asking the others if they had seen either of them. He was starting to get a little worried, he decided to check the kitchen. As he entered the kitchen he saw plates of food, bowls of chips and enough food to feed a small army or at very least Rocky. He quickly decided to head upstairs but had second thoughts about it and went back to the room with the others to check again before going up to her place.

Did you find her? Jason asked as Tommy reentered the room.

No. I thought I would check here first then go up to her place. Tommy answered.

You don't think that she snuck off do you? Rocky asked joining the conversation.

Knowing Kimberly probably. You know how she hates being thought of as weak and needing to be protected by us. Tommy started and was going to continue.

Yeah cause she doesn't get enough of that from you. Rocky said under his breath but Tommy heard him.

What's that suppose to mean? Tommy asked highly offended.

Admit it man, you protect Kim like she is this little girl that has never been in the Real World' before and doesn't know how to take care of herself. When in reality she probably hits harder than any of us. Rocky said the last part to lighten the mood.

Yeah Tommy. I gotta agree with Rocky on this one. Even when we were rangers you would give up a fight with Goldar to run to her side the instant she took a hit. Even if she deflected it. You have always been over protective of her. I admit that I haven't been much better than you have been since she walked back into our lives. Jason said

Technically we walked into hers. Tommy said not knowing what else to say.

The point is Tommy, Kim's a big girl and can take care of herself better than most people can she been trained by the best and from the look at the fight scenes she's been doing she has gotten a lot better. Heck she might even be better than the three of us put together. Rocky finished.

Don't you think I know that. It's just she is so trusting she doesn't keep her guard up. She lets creep's like William into her life then she is to kind hearted to kick them out of her life like she should.

Tommy if for some odd reason you have blocked out the past two days. Then you would have notice Kimberly is more guarded than anyone could have ever imaged her being. I don't think she trusts anyone except for maybe Billy. Jason shot back.

I know and I can't figure out why! I mean I have an idea but it doesn't make sense.

Tommy stop. Not this nonsense again.

What nonsense? Rocky asked

Jason rolled his eyes.

Lover boy here thinks that Kimberly is the Altarian warrior. Jason jerked his thumb towards Tommy, as Rocky busted into laughter.

Okay man you're right it doesn't make sense. Kimberly, our Kimmie the Altarian Warrior? Yeah right, she was suppose to be heartless. From what I heard whoever it was came in saw the destruction and didn't even blink an eye at it. Plus the Altarian warrior is part Altarian, Kimberly is human.

Thank you Rocky, that's what I said. Jason was happy to have some one on his side in this fight.

But she said that Altarian prayer in her sleep. Where else could she have learned it?

Uh... Gee I don't know who do we know that was Altarian. Oh I know he was the big floating head that we called Zordon. Perhaps he taught it to her? They always had those long talks after some of our rougher battles. Rocky said still laughing a bit at the thought of Kimberly as the Altarian Warrior.

Maybe, but I'm not ruling anything out. And so what if I'm over protective of her. I love her.

Love? Hope it's someone I know. Kimberly said as she walked up behind Tommy.

Kim how long have you been there? Tommy asked

He was worried. Rocky added.

Better yet where have you been? Tommy asked the question that was on everyone's mind.

A lot a places Florida, France, England, most of Europe and Asia. Kimberly replied casually.

You know what he means. Jason said crossing his arms in front of his chest.

He was starting to get a little tired of Kimberly evading their questions. She never use to do it and it made him worry that she now felt the need to evade all of their questions.

Sorry, I went to school, I had to hand in my final or I wouldn't be able to graduate. And I know what you all are thinking. Yes it was stupid of me to sneak away, but I just need some time alone and part of me is embarrassed that I'm still in college. Kimberly blurted out.

All of them were out of their chosen schools. Although she wasn't sure if Tommy had even gone on to college or not. But then again they all had help from Zordon. How else could Adam have gone to school for three years and be a full on doctor. Zordon had many connection in many places that he gladly offered to his rangers including her.

I won't say that I'm happy that you snuck out but, I do understand that you needed to be alone. Next time just let us know where you are so that we can check in with you every now and then to make sure that you are safe. We worry and in case you haven't noticed there is a manic out there that has tried to hurt you. As for being embarrassed about being in school don't at least your going and are going to be graduating. There is nothing to be embarrassed about. Tommy said firmly but gently as he took her hand.

Tommy earth to Tommy. Billy tried to get Tommy's attention.

Here Billy this always works. Kimberly said from her spot on her bed.

She grabbed one of her stuffed animals and threw it at Tommy. He caught it before it hit him.

Sorry about that, but you don't have to get violent about it. Tommy said as he threw the toy back to Kimberly.

Maybe, maybe not. She shrugged going back to her work.

Hey Billy. Tommy said turning his attention to Billy.

I fixed your laptop sorry it took so long I swear everyone knew I was coming and saved all of their computer problems for me to fix. Billy joked handing Tommy his computer.

We're going to watch a late night movie if you two are interested. Billy offered.

No thanks. I want to get a little more of this done, then I might head to bed. Kimberly said not even looking up for her screen.

How about you Tommy? Billy knew Kimberly would turn him down she was so dedicated to her writing that once she got writing nothing short of an alien attack could stop her.

I think I'll pass too. I need to check my email and let David know that I got here okay. Tommy said

Billy smiled, and started to head out of the room but not before patting Kimberly on the head. It may have been a little childish but it was his own little way of telling her that he cared, when he couldn't express his feelings in words. The little sentiment started on Altar and he has been able to stop doing it since.

David? Kimberly thought Could it be the same David I meant at Trini's funeral? Kimberly quickly dismissed the thought. It was a small world but it wasn't that small. Plus David was a very common name.

Who's David? Kimberly asked Tommy as she sat down on the other end of the window bench.

Tommy was so deep in thought he didn't even notice her get up.

Oh. That's right you don't know. David is my brother, my real brother. I found him shortly after Billy left. He's great plus he found out that I was a ranger and came to the rescue a few times.

That's great Tommy. I'm so happy for you. Kimberly said as she launched herself to hug Tommy.

Tommy laughed slightly it was like having the old Kimberly back.

So what are you working on? Tommy asked noticing Kimberly had finally taken her attention off her computer.

Oh that? Kimberly said as she got up and shut her laptop. It's nothing really just a project I'm working on.

There was silence for a few minutes.

I'm going to go change. Kimberly announced as she headed into the huge walk in closet shutting the door behind her.

Tommy took this time to call David.

Hi, you reached me. If you don't know who me is then why are you calling me and who are? Leave me a message and I'll call you back... maybe. David's voice mail beeped.

David please change that message it so damn weird. Anyway I'm here got a lot to tell you. Give me a call back. It's about two in the morning here but I don't think I'm going to get much sleep. Talk to you later. Bye. Tommy hung up to send the voice mail.

Kimberly's thoughts went to the party. She just couldn't get what had happened between her and William out of her head. She thought the party would help him with leaving and her leaving him. She just hoped it worked the way she wanted it to.

Were you surprised? Kimberly asked William right after he entered the room and almost having a heart attack from the whole Cloud 9 family screaming surprise as he came in.

Tommy instinctively put his arm around Kimberly's waist.

Yeah, you did all this for me? He asked slightly shocked.

Well yeah.

Kimberly left Tommy's grip and pulled William off to the side slightly. Tommy made sure he could see Kimberly and William could see him.

William no matter what we will be friends. You are a great guy and I know I've hurt you. You have every right to be mad. But no matter what I'll always care for you. Kimberly explained

William said as Kimberly gave him a hug.

Now come on I know a gorgeous young woman that wants to have the first dance with you. Kimberly teased.

William was getting excited.

Just than Jacinta jumped into William's arms.

You two have fun. Her dancing with you is all she has been able to talk about all night. Kimberly said as she patted Jacinta's head and left the two of them.

Kimberly laughed softly as she recalled the look on William's face it was priceless. Why did she never have a camera when she need one.

Kimberly pulled out one of her favorite workout outfits. It was black and red.

Red that just doesn't work for me right now Kimberly thought to herself as she put the outfit on. The top was a tight fitting tank top that had flames on the bottom. The flames were a red see through material that suggestively went higher in some areas, but revealed nothing, although the neck line revealed enough as it was very low cut. The tight fitting pants looked the same as the top but the flames on the side of the pants went very high up only a few inches from the waist line.

Let's see if we can fix the red problem. Kimberly said to herself as she looked in the mirror.

She wasn't use to doing this but lately she felt more and more comfortable doing it. Slowly but surely the red was disappearing in a glow of pink lightning and soon the red was pink. Without even realizing it she had done the same thing to the sweat shirt jacket that went with the outfit.

I'm getting good at this. She complimented herself and walked out of her closet.

If you want to take a shower or something you can use my bathroom. Did Raymond ever tell you where you're going to be staying? Kimberly asked as she reentered the room.

Tommy looked at her while his mouth hit the floor. She looked amazing, he thought about how the outfit answered all his teenage questions of what kind of sleep wear she had.

Uh... No he didn't. Tommy said as he continued to stare.

Kimberly sat on her bed and shifted under his watchful gaze.

I think the shower sounds good right now. Tommy finally said.

Then you should get some sleep it's been a long two days.

Me? What about you? Tommy said in slight disbelief.

What? Hey it's not like the past two days of been all that eventful I only went to school once and had two of the shorts set calls in Tribe history. Listen if you want the chair in the corner pulls out to a very comfy, single bed. Kimberly offered before she thought about what that meant and what it was implying.

That would be great thanks Kim. Tommy said as he got up and headed towards her bath room.

Kimberly was thinking about what she had just done when Tommy's phone went off.

Kim could you get that it's probably just David. Tell him I'll call him right back. Tommy called from behind the door.

Kimberly answered unsure of what to say.

May I please speak to Thomas Oliver. The man on the other end asked.

I'm sorry he's unavailable at the moment. May I take a message. Kimberly said.

The thought of When did I turn in to his receptionist?' Ran through her mind.

Yes please tell Thomas that Anton Mercer called to remind him if he does not hand in his thesis and application for the internship by the end of the month he will have to wait for another graduating class to submit it and there is no guarantee that he will be able to graduate and receive his doctorate at that point in time. Which would be a shame considering the length that was taken to make sure he completed the ten year program in a matter of three years. He came highly recommend and I am looking forward to reading his thesis. Unfortunately like I said if I do not get it by the end of the month, he will leave me with no other option than to hire Terrence Smith. Anton concluded.

Mr. Mercer I apologize for Tommy's late comings with his thesis but, I promise I will personal make sure that his application and thesis is in your hands by the end of the month. Even if I must hand deliver it to you myself. Kimberly said still feeling like a receptionist covering for her boss.

Thank you uh... I am so sorry I do not believe I got your name.

Kimberly, Kimberly Hart.

Well Ms Hart I appreciate your efforts and help. Tommy must be a very lucky man to have a wonderful woman like you in his life. I am sorry for the late phone call I am currently traveling and I just realized the hour of my call. I bind you a good night and again I am sorry for the interruption this call made at this hour.

Thank you Mr. Mercer...

Please call me Anton.

Thank you Anton. I was up anyway I have a job that requires late hours and early morning so you didn't interrupt anything . Have a safe Mr... I mean Anton. Kimberly said sheepishly.

Thank you Ms. Hart have a good night. And with that both Anton and Kimberly hung up.

Damn it Oliver. Screw up your chances by being here with me. Typical. Kimberly huffed as she fell back on her bed.

Tommy's phone went off again.

Grande central station. Kimberly said not really caring who was on the other end.

The voice asked.

Kimberly practical screamed.

Everything okay Kim? Tommy called from the bathroom.

Yeah sor... sorry. Kimberly shouted back.

Meanwhile

Tommy had just shut the door when he heard his phone go off. He called out to Kimberly to answer it. As he turned the water on drowning at all sound from the next room. Tommy's mind was half on Kimberly's outfit, and the nights events. If looks could kill Tom would have been dead earlier that night. He was never so scared when he saw what was going on between the Tom and Kimberly.

Hey Kim? Tom said as he handed the last tray's of food to Tommy to take to the Kitchen.



We're all cleaned up here, and it's still kinda early I was wondering if you wanted to go over next weeks VR scene. You did get the new script right?

Yeah. I'd love to, I could you a good work out. Kimberly replied as she pushed the last table onto the dolly.

she asked as she walked to the middle of the room.

Yep, where do you want to pick it up from? Tom asked.

How about where we find each other again.

That works.

Ram where have you been? What's going on? Kimberly asked as she threw herself into character.

I've been looking for you. You okay?

Yeah but we need to get out of here. He's controlling everything. We need to find a way to over ride the paradise program.

Don't worry Star I've taken care of it, and him. He won't come between us again. Tom said as he stepped closer to her.

Tommy and Jason walked in to see the two of them talking. When they heard Tom call Kim Star they thought that they must be rehearsing a scene.

How can you be sure Ram? I mean what about the plan? Kimberly asked as she took a step back her eyes showed confusion at first then they started to widen in fear.

I couldn't wait. It was him or me. Tom said as she took one more step towards Kimberly.

He tried to wrap his arms around her waist but she pulled back in fear. He reacted quickly by grabbing her wrist and yanked her towards him. He held her wrist tightly pulling it so it was level with her shoulder.

Tom, it you isn't it. It's been you from the beginning hasn't it. All of this is just some sick game to you. I broke it off with you and this is your revenge. Kimberly said anger clear in her voice.

That's right it's been me. You and that loser of a boyfriend hurt me for the last time. I'll finish him off and make you watch. Then there will be nothing standing between us. Tom said as he once again yanked on Kimberly's arm.

She cried out in pain as he started to pull her away. Tom and Kimberly hadn't seen Tommy and Jason running towards them. They entered on the far side of the gym, while Kimberly and Tom were at the opposite end. It was very quiet in the room so Tommy and Jason were able to hear what Tom was saying.

Kimberly screamed yanking her arm out of Tom's tight grip.

She tried to do a spinning kick to his chest but, he caught her foot and sent her to the ground with a painfully thud. Soon he was on top of her pinning her arms above her head.

Did you really think you could get away with hurting me. Tom yelled.

Kimberly closed her eyes tightly as he shouted at her.

Get the hell off of her! Tommy yelled as he grabbed Tom's shoulder and throwing him off of Kimberly.

Jason grabbed Kimberly's arms pulling her off the floor. It took a few seconds for Tom and Kimberly to process what was happening. Tommy was approaching the stunned Tom as he lay sprawled out on the floor.

Tommy no! Kimberly shouted as she ran towards him.

Jason tried to stop her but she was to quick. She got in front of Tommy, and put her hands out in front of her.

Tommy stop you don't understand. Kimberly said slightly out of breath.

Tom had recovered quickly and was standing behind Kimberly. Tommy's eyes fixed on Tom as he ran past Kimberly and slammed Tom into the wall.

Tommy stop. Why are you doing this? Kimberly called.

Kim he was trying to hurt you. Jason said as he took his place next to Kimberly.

No we were just rehearsing.

But you called him Tom. You were scared I could see it in your eyes. Tommy said loosening his grip on Tom slightly.

Tom was William's character name. Kimberly said

Tommy instantly backed away from Tom as he started to apologize.

Tom I'm so sorry I saw you... then Kimberly and she looked... then you... and she... Tommy started.

It's okay believe me I've been hit harder, and it's usually by Kimberly. Tom chuckled as he placed hand on Tommy's shoulder.

Tommy cringed as he remembered the look on Kim's face when he finally looked at her. Tommy turned off the shower and wrapped a black towel around his waist. He hand to laugh only Kimberly could make a black and pink bathroom work. Just then he heard Kimberly scream something. When he called out to her she answered and said what he made out to be sorry.

Back in Kimberly's room

Kimberly said in a softer voice.

Star, I'm sorry I thought I had called my brothers cell not yours. David said

You did call Tommy's cell phone. I have a confession to make. I know I told you my name was Star, but I lied. I call myself Star when I don't want people to know who I am. Kimberly said her voice fully of sorrow and regret.

So who are you really? A power ranger? David joke.

Actually yeah. I was the first pink ranger.

Wait your Kimberly I mean the Kimberly.

Well I don't know about The Kimberly. But yeah I'm Kimberly.

What are you doing with Tommy's phone? Where is he? How... When. God I have a head ache.

David I think it's better if you explained it to Tommy yourself. Feel up for a little vacation? Kimberly asked knowingly.

Tommy had finished up in the bathroom and was placing things back where he had found them. He quickly threw back on his cloths leaving off his button down shirt and just had is white tank on. He came out of the bathroom to see Kimberly laying on her bed with his phone to her ear.

Okay here he is you want to talk to him? Kimberly asked.

No I need to head out tell him I'll call him back later. Bye Star I mean Kimberly. I'm not going to get use to that.

Trust me I'm not use to hearing you say that. I'll talk to you later take care. and with that Kimberly hung up the phone.

Do I even want to know? Tommy asked as he sat on the side of Kimberly's bed.

David says Hi, he's glad you got here safe but he had to get going and is going to call you back later.

You were on the phone with him this whole time? Tommy asked surprised that David and her had talked at all.

For the most part. I need to tell you something Tommy. I meant David at Trini's funeral. He helped me when I nearly collapsed after the services. I didn't tell him who I was, I told him my name was Star. Anyway he was really sweat he took me to lunch and we talked and he even gave me a ride to the airport and made sure I boarded my plane alright. Kimberly summed up most of her and David's knowledge of each other.

Yet you didn't know he was my brother? Tommy asked as he placed his hand over Kimberly's which were resting on her stomach.

Nope, I mean I new he had a brother, and he called me a few times to make sure I was okay, we talked a little but never really about much of our personal lives. It was a lot of how are you's and how's the weather. Not much other than that.

I think I need to lay down. Tommy said as he flopped onto Kimberly

Hey get off. Kimberly said as she rolled Tommy off of her.

She soon found herself half laying on Tommy and half on her bed. His arms were tightly around her waist holding her protectively.

You are full of surprises and secretes. You know that? Tommy asked light heartedly.

You have no idea. Kimberly replied

The two fell asleep on her bed, but it was short lived. Kimberly started to hear a faint beeping calling her back to reality. She slowly opened her eyes she tried to focus her eyes on her clock as she turned her alarm off. It was 3:30 she wasn't due to the set till 4:30 but she needed to take to Raymond so it worked in her advantage. Kimberly tried to sit up but a pair of strong arms tightened around her preventing her from moving much. She had completely forgotten that she and Tommy had fallen asleep on her bed together. She wiggled her way out of Tommy's arms. She stretched and reached for her brush. She she brushed her hair she made her way over to her bag placing her brush on her dresser she pulled the bag on to her shoulder.

I'm sorry Tommy but, I have to do this. It's for the best, you need this more than you know. I hope you'll understand. Kimberly whispered to Tommy's sleeping form.

She kissed his head and made her way out of the housing complex she never notice the person watching her. As she made her way to her car she took a glance over her shoulder to see a person getting into their car. She assumed it was either one of the cast or crew and didn't give it a second thought.

She had arrived at the studio sooner than she thought she would as she entered the building she was stopped by the woman who had dyed her hair.

Oh good Kimberly I'm glad your early we can get you in now and the girls can get a break before the cast that's filming today gets in. She said with a warm smile.

I need to talk to Raymond first. Kimberly tried to smile but too much was going through her mind right now.

Well he's in the make trailer taking about the changes that are happening with William's early departure. I'm sure if we hurry we can catch him. The woman said as she put her arm around Kimberly's shoulder and took her to the trailer.

Raymond was just leaving as Kimberly got to the trailer. She explained everything to Raymond as the women we changing her hair yet again.

Okay, only if you're sure this is what you want. I was going to suggest you take some time off but, I wanted it to be your decision. I don't like the fact you're going alone. I'm only agreeing to this on one condition you check in every day twice once in the morning and once at night. Raymond said as he walked Kimberly to her car it was now 5 in the morning and she wanted to get out of there before any got the chance to stop her.

I will Raymond. I promise.

Good if I don't hear from you I'm sending everyone that I can get after you. So you going to go home? Raymond asked

Kimberly replied softly as she played with her keys.

Okay have a safe trip and let me know when you get there.

I will thanks Raymond. Kimberly said as she gave him a hug.

She stood there for a moment, she watched him disappear into the building. Kimberly turned around to unlock her car when she dropped her keys. She went to pick them up but someone had already bent down to grab them.

So were you planning on tell any of us?

Billy, I just made the decision. Don't try to talk me out of it I have to do this.

Billy asked as he gave Kimberly her keys he knew he could stop her but he could at least get a reason out of her.

Tommy hasn't finished the requirements to graduate, and they're due by the end of the month. If I stay he'll never get it done and I don't want to be the reason why.

Have you ever thought leaving might just do the same thing?Billy questioned.

Yeah, I thought about that and that's why I have you to make sure he does it. I have his cell number and he has mine. I'll call him later this morning and tell him.

Okay, go I'll tell the others but call Tommy soon.

I promise thanks Billy. She gave him a hug and started to get into the car she was about to shut the door when Billy stopped her.



Yeah Billy?

You are coming back right? Billy asked

I hope so Billy. I sure hope so. Kimberly shut her door and within seconds she was on her way out of Wellington.