Author's Notes: Okay, first off, I owe everyone who still reads this a huge apology for putting off this story so late. I know it's been long time, and I totally blame school for that. But I'm getting back into the flow of things and I'm going to finish this story. This chapter's not my best (since I rushed through it while trying to finish homework), but it reminds me of a season premiere. You expect more, but you're only given so much. Hopefully, if my characters learn to cooperate with each other, we can have this finished.

Get Through

At first, she was aware only of Adam's mouth on her mouth, his hands sliding down to grasp her waist and pull her more firmly against him, the sweet taste of him and the steady uninterrupted pounding of his heart. For a moment, she was lost in the intensity, half-bewildered, and half-confused, but then she remembered herself, and pushed him back hard.

Adam grunted, steadying himself. He stared back at her in surprise, chewing his lip.

"What was that?" Elizabeth demanded, standing up in frustration.

The former Green Ranger looked down, ashamed. He had never meant to kiss Elizabeth; it just came to him naturally. Part of him was surprised that he had had the nerve to kiss the beautiful woman; he had always been timid towards women and would never initiate firsts. Way to take initiative at a time like this, Adam, he thought furiously.

Adam stood up, facing Rocky's roommate. "I'm sorry, Elizabeth. That was completely uncalled for. I don't know what I was thinking." It was the truth; he had a momentary lapse of judgment that came from nowhere.

Elizabeth's features softened, as she contemplated the situation at hand. She had an inkling that something was going on between Adam and Rocky, and she could almost certain she knew what the situation was. She knew that Adam hadn't intentionally meant to kiss her, and she figured that she could cut him some slack for one day.

"It's alright," she said. "We all have our moments," she added, watching as Adam's face lit up in relief. Elizabeth couldn't help but smile herself.

"Thanks." Adam smiled. He looked down shyly, and then checked his watch. "I better get going. I don't want to keep you from anything."

"Not at all," Elizabeth stated, but nonetheless, Adam started for the door. Elizabeth followed him to the door, mulling over what had happened.

"Talk to Rocky," Elizabeth said suddenly, startling both of them. "You need to. Friends like him; they don't come around too often."

Adam smiled softly, reminiscing the first day he had met Rocky.

"I'm going to open up a dojo someday!" Rocky exclaimed in response to Adam's question.

"That's so cool! I wish I could open a dojo too." Adam said, slightly envious of his new friend.

"Then we'll open one together." Rocky replied confidently, without hesitation. Though his invitation was simple and spoken without any idea of consequences, Adam found comfort in Rocky's known future, and was elated that he was actually going to open up a real dojo with his friend. He admired Rocky for his confidence, determination, and courage. Rocky was everything he wasn't, and he looked up to him both as a good friend and a brother. Rocky could be the brother he never had.

"You really mean it?" Adam asked, frightened that Rocky would withdraw his offer.

"Of course I mean it!" Rocky exclaimed in bewilderment. "Why wouldn't I?"

"It's just…people change when they grow older. Sometimes, they change what they like, and who they like." Adam added, fearful. His whole life, people had left him, and he was afraid Rocky was no different. When he had first met Rocky, he thought he sensed something different about him; it was a closeness he never felt with anyone else.

"That's not going to happen to us," Rocky said, his eyes widening. "We'll always be best friends, Adam. You and me. We're going to face life together no matter where it takes us. I promise."

"I promise too." Adam said, smiling brighter than he could imagine. "We'll get through."

Adam's attention snapped back to the perturbed Elizabeth, who stared at him inquisitively. "Are you alright?" She asked, worriedly.

The Green Turbo Ranger smiled, "Yeah, I'll be fine. I'll get through," he echoed his own words from a million hours ago.

Elizabeth relaxed. "Good. Give me a call sometime if you need to talk, ok?"

"No problem," Adam replied with a faint smile. "Just…just keep an eye out for Rocky."

"Of course," Elizabeth replied. "Good luck with everything, Adam."

"Yeah…" he trailed off, sighing. "Sorry again for…the…" he blushed.

Elizabeth nodded, "It's okay."

"Thanks for everything, Elizabeth, and I'm sorry for taking up so much of your time." Adam said, heading for his car.

Elizabeth thought about something, and quickly ran to catch up with him. "Adam!" He whirled again, puzzled. "I don't know exactly if this is true, but I have my suspicions, and…well, Rocky and I have been getting along pretty well, and I…I don't know if it's going to happen, but if it does, I just wanted to…"

"No, it's okay. I understand," Adam replied truthfully. Elizabeth was slightly surprised by his nonchalant behavior. Adam smiled at her reaction. "I figured you and Rocky might become an item. I saw the picture. He likes you. And you like him. And there's nothing wrong with that, and really, it's none of my business. I think it's incredibly sweet that you're asking me if it's alright if you date my best friend, but in reality, I can't control who he dates or anything like that. But, truthfully, if he had the chance to date anyone, I'd pushed him towards you."

Elizabeth smiled broadly. "Thanks Adam. That means a lot."

"Don't mention it." Adam smiled, nodding. He opened the car door and got in, revving the engine. Elizabeth watched as Adam rolled down the window.

"Seriously, thanks for everything; the support, the comfort, everything. You don't even really know me, and you're helping me out like we're best friends. I appreciate that a lot. Rocky is really lucky to have found you, Elizabeth."

"Thanks," she blushed. "He's lucky to have found such a great friend like you too, Adam. Remember to try and give him a call and see if things work out."

"I know. We'll see, won't we?" He smiled, and gave her a friendly wave before backing the car out of the driveway and heading back towards his empty apartment.