Chapter 28: Good News

Kimberly was sitting in the park reading one of her favorite books. She did many things to keep her mind off what happened to Kylie a couple of weeks ago. She missed her baby girl dearly and was still confused on who would try to kill her child. While Kimberly was reading her book, she didn't notice someone coming up behind her. However, when the person grabbed her shoulder, Kimberly quickly dropped her book and swung the person over her shoulder. She stood up in a guarding stance. "Well, this is a nice surprise," the person mumbled. Kimberly gasped.

"Cole!" She gasped.

"One and only," he replied.

Kimberly helped him up from the ground. "I told you not to sneak up on her," a voice scolded. Kimberly looked over to see Alyssa walking up to them.

"Hey, Alyssa," she greeted.

"Hey, Kim."

The two women embraced right before Kimberly jumped into Cole's arms with a laugh. "I'm so happy to see you guys," she commented.

"Well, I surely hope so," Cole answered.

Kimberly laughed. She then felt something…different. "Wait…" she instructed. She looked over at Alyssa and she gasped. "You're pregnant!" She shrieked.

"What gave that away?" Alyssa asked.

Kimberly laughed again and hugged Alyssa. "I'm so happy for you. Congratulations," she told them. Kimberly let her go. "How far along are you?" She asked.

"I'm three months," Alyssa replied.

Kimberly looked over at Cole. "What?" He asked. She shook her head.

"Do you have any plans of getting married?" She asked.

Cole rubbed the back of his neck. "Not yet," he replied.

"No, but I am," a voice put in.

They looked up to see Taylor there. "Taylor, you're getting married?" Kimberly asked. Taylor held up her left hand.

"Commander Eric Myers didn't put this on my finger for nothing," she replied.

They congratulated Taylor just as Hunter pulled up to the park on his motorcycle. Hunter came down the hill with a smile. "Hey, mom," he greeted.

"Hey, Hunter. You remember, Cole, Alyssa, and Taylor right?" She asked.

"Of course I do," Hunter replied.

Hunter greeted the three of them. "Still racing?" Cole asked.

"When I can," Hunter replied.

"Where are your brother and sister?" Kimberly asked.

"I just took Hannah to her gymnastics class and Blake's at the track," Hunter replied.

"Hey, didn't you have another child running around here?" Alyssa asked.

"Yeah where is Kylie?" Cole asked.

Kimberly bit her lip. "Guys, sit down, because it's a long story," she replied. She sat them down and explained everything.

"I can't believe this," Alyssa murmured.

"Someone's trying to kill Kylie?" Cole asked.

"Yes," Kimberly replied sadly.

"And the person disappeared both times when you went in there?" Taylor asked.

"Yes," Kimberly replied.

Taylor wrapped an arm around Kimberly's shoulders. "I sent her to stay with my childhood friend, Billy Cranston. You guys met him. He came to give me the life energy that was taken from me when Master Org kidnapped me," she explained.

"Smart choice," Cole commented.

"Now I'm just trying to concentrate on training these Rangers for the biggest battle yet," Kimberly informed.

Hunter looked at Kimberly with a puzzled look. "Mom?" He asked.

"Trust me, you'll know when it's the big battle," Cole assured him.

Hunter nodded. Alyssa decided to change the subject. "So, Kim. What do you suggest for when I have this baby?" She asked. Kimberly laughed slightly.

"One thing's for sure. Let the doctor give you an epidural because natural childbirth is a pain," Kimberly replied.

"Okay, I think it's time for us guys to step out," Cole commented.

The three women laughed while Hunter and Cole walked over to Hunter's motorcycle. "How long were you labor with Kylie?" Alyssa asked.

"Oh gosh…let's see. My water broke at five thirty in the evening. I gave birth at two thirty. So about nine hours," Kimberly replied.

"Wow…" Alyssa murmured.

Kimberly looked over at Taylor. "And you lieutenant marrying the one person that you couldn't stand," Kimberly teased. Taylor laughed slightly.

"Well, after you get passed his stubbornness and pride. He's a great man," Taylor answered.

Kimberly smiled. "I'm glad you're happy. Actually, I'm glad you're all happy," she commented.

"Well, pretty soon it'll be your turn," Alyssa stated.

She let out a sigh. "I sure hope so," she answered. She bit her lip and lowered her head. "I just really miss Kylie," she added.

"She'll be back," Taylor assured her.

"I know…but still."

The former White and Yellow Wild Force Rangers nodded. They both knew that Kylie was the main reason why Kimberly didn't give up living after the attack. Now, all they had to do is find out who's trying to kill Kylie and why they were doing it.