Disclaimer: Not mine. Wish they were. Here's another Ars Amatoria theme story. Just in time for Valentines day. Please continue to read and review, I live for reviews! The below song used is 'Shine' by Shannon Noll, an Australian artist. When I listen to the words of this song I found it's just perfect for Z. Angel Mouse, February 2006.

Ars Amatoria Romance Challenge: Song

By Angel Mouse

Set just before Sam part One

Bridge took a deep breath, centering himself as he stood on his hands in his room. He'd finally done it. He'd found the perfect song for Z. It described her perfectly in every way that he could imagine. Ever since he'd come up with the idea of finding a gift for her that somehow would let her know the faith and belief he had in her he'd been searching endlessly for it. And last night, he had finally found it. She had been feeling a little down and out of place for the last few days, so his timing was perfect. Springing to his feet and adjusting his uniform he grabbed the CD and headed out of his room.

Get up, get up, get up, get up
And lift your head
C'mon, c'mon
Get up out of bed.
Today's the day you hold the world
With your song

Go now, go now, go now
Help escalate
Angels come down
Help with this parade
To hear the voice ring out
C'mon lets shout
And let your song be heard

Bridge paused outside the girls room, hesitating a moment. What if she didn't like it? What if she threw it back in his face and told him to leave her alone? What if she hated him for even trying to make her feel better? All those thoughts ran though his head and so distracted him that he didn't even see Jack come up next to him. Suddenly Jack's hand landed on his shoulder and Bridge jumped.

"Problem Bridge?" Bridge looked at him.

"Ah no, I don't think so Jack. At least I hope not. I mean, it's not like we don't deal with problems each day and that they tend to occur all the time." Jack held up his hand and Bridge stopped talking and Jack grinned.

"I meant is there a problem with the girls, which would explain why you've been standing staring at the girls door for the last few minutes." Bridge blushed and glanced down at the CD in his hand.

"Um, I've got a present for Z. I'm not sure if she'll like it though."

This is the time
This is the day
That we've been waiting for
All the world will stop
To watch you shine

Hey now, hey now, hey no, hey now
Sing your hymn
This is the new national anthem
We will all stand on guard
To let you be heard

Jack smiled at the Green Ranger. It was obvious to a blind man that Bridge had feelings for Z and to be honest, he wasn't surprised. He knew that Z did return them and was unsure herself what to do. But this little present of Bridge's might be the push they both needed. And besides, he'd noticed as well the last few days that Z had been a little down. Jack patted his shoulder and grinned at him.

"She'll love any present from you Bridge. Trust me. Go on already. I'll make it an order if you like, if that makes it easier for you?" Personally Jack didn't think it would but you never knew with Bridge. Bridge took a deep breath and shook his head.

"No thanks Jack. I can do this." Bridge glanced at Jack. "Thanks."

"Not a problem buddy. Good luck." With that Jack left him to it and Bridge reached out, pressing the chime to let Z know someone was at the door.

Let go, let go, let go
All the cannons
How beautiful this world has become
Now everyone will see
What i believe
That these words should be sung

This is the time
This is the day
That we've been waiting for
All the world will stop
To watch you shine
This is the time
This is the day
That we've been waiting
All the world believes
That you will shine

And if you fall
And if you fall
And if you trust and
Yes it will come true

Hey, hey, yeah

Z looked up in surprise from one of Syd's magazines that she had been going through to pass the time. She was curious as to who would be coming to see her. She got off her bed and went over to the door, opening it. She smiled in surprise when she saw it was Bridge.

"Bridge, this is a surprise. There's nothing wrong I hope?" Bridge shook his head and smiled gently at her. He looked nervous for some reason.

"No, nothing's wrong. Um, can I come in?" Z nodded and he came in and glanced around before sitting himself on Syd's bed. Z closed the door and curling her legs up underneath her she looked at him.

"So what's up Bridge?" Bridge fidgeted a moment and then held out a CD.

"Um, well, I noticed you hadn't been feeling too happy last few days and anyway, I've been trying so long, since you came here actually, to find a perfect song that fits you. Well, I think I've found one. It's really good. Um," here Bridge blushed slightly and Z was touched to see him like this. He was letting her see the real him, the self he hides under the babble and goofy exterior. "Anyway, it sums up what I think of you." Z took the CD and slipped it into her player, turning the volume up slightly and began to listen.

This is the time
This is the day
That we've been waiting for
All the world will stop
To watch you shine
This is the time
This is the day
That we've been waiting for
When all the world will stop
To watch you shine

Z had to blink back tears as the song faded out. It was an old rock song, from the start of the century from the sounds of it. But it was beautiful. She was so touched by Bridge's gesture that she couldn't speak for a long moment. When she finally was able to she raised her head and looked at Bridge, her eyes glistening with tears.

"Thank you Bridge. That was a very beautiful song." Bridge smiled at her.

"A beautiful song for a beautiful lady." With that, he stood and moved to her side. Leaning down he gave her a gentle kiss on the cheek. Standing up he was blushing as he headed for the door, backing away slowly. "Um, there's a couple other songs of his on that. Um, I'll see you later." With that he left and Z laughed softly, wiping her eyes.

"A beautiful song indeed Bridge." Reaching out she hit the play button again. Her song. He'd found it for her. And that lightened her heart immensely.