PILOT EPISODE

Angel Groove, 2001

-I don't get it… you guys don't have to leave because there is a new villain in the city -said Tommy, crossing his arms.

-I have to, Tommy. I can let them find him -said Jason-… if one of them ever learns his origins then they will come after him, you know that.

-Yes but this time…

-Tommy, there have been Rangers from the future!? -screamed Jason Lee Scott -… one of them told me my son is becoming a Power Ranger and I'm supposed to be calm about it!?

Tommy sighed and looked at the couch, a small boy with a black shirt and green pants was playing video games with his red headphones covering his ears. Tommy was happy that at least he wasn't hearing what he and his father were talking about.

He knows there is no way to stop destiny but maybe they could divert its path a little bit.

-You know Jen told you that future could change -said Tommy-… she already thought she changed it by telling you.

-Zordon always believes it was our destiny to receive our powers, Tommy, even yours -growled Jason-… I don't believe there is something we can do to stop Jacob from coming to a Ranger if is truly his destiny and Jen Scotts knew that, that's why she told me, so I could prepare him.

Tommy didn't know that but he was sure if Jen was convinced Jacob would be a Ranger it was because it was going to happen, still, Tommy was trying to be calm and prayed to the Gods that if that was the case, at least, Jacob would be a color with less weight.

Not Red, Green, or White.

-We have to leave… -said Jason.

-And where are you leaving? -asked Tommy-… Jacob has everything here.

-I don't know, Tommy… I have been thinking about opening a new school of martial arts in Harwood County -said Jason, looking down-… I'm paranoid about my son being in danger but I don't want to keep him away from his mother.

Tommy understood and put a hand on Jason's shoulder as a symbol of support, losing Jacob's mother was hard for all of them, mostly for Kimberly but they got through it every day because of Jacob… he had his mother's character, her gentle touch, and her understanding eyes when he was focused but he also had Jason's temper and will to fight.

-Look, Jase, I'm not going to tell you I'm happy you are leaving and if you think is the best then… there is nothing I can do… -said Tommy-… just promise me, you will keep in touch and pay attention to what Jen told us if we can stop him from becoming one of us then… then we should get him ready.

-You mean prepare him? -asked Jason, looking at Jacob and then back at Tommy-… I have been thinking about it but… I wasn't sure…

-Hey, he is not alone. He has you and me and the rest of the Rangers besides, you know other teams love him as much as we do -said Tommy, pointing at the small replica of DECA and a Mirinoi's necklace, presents from Andros and Karone-… when was the last time they were here?

-Last week… Carter and Dana stopped by too, brought a small badge Jacob has in his room and Jen gave him a way to contact her if he was in trouble -admitted Jason.

-Ah… see? He is not alone… no matter where you are or if you decide to change your last name to lower your profile, we will always be there for him and you -said Tommy.

Jason looked at his best friend and after a few seconds, he nodded, hugging Tommy as Jason closed his eyes, letting a tear far from his eyes. Tommy was right, it didn't matter where he was, his Ranger family would always be there for him.

That is the only thing it will never change.

Reefside, 2007

Tommy hugged his godson as he walked into his house, Jacob was still young but he was pretty tall, leaving him looking like a 13-year-old guy when he was only 10 years old but Tommy didn't care, Jacob was strong and he had learned all he could learn from him and Jason that's why he begged Jason to let him come along and meet his new Rangers, the Dino Thunder.

Jason allowed it, mostly because Mesogog was defeated and Reefside was safe once again but he allowed it two months after the Dino Rangers' graduation and only because they all were leaving for college soon.

-So this is the son of the original Red Ranger? -asked Conner, walking towards Jacob.

-Yes, Conner, this is Jacob Thomas Scott Kwan. Son of Jason Lee Scott and Trini Kwan, the original Red and Yellow Rangers -said Tommy, proudly-… Jacob, this is Conner, the Red Dino Ranger.

-Wow… so you got dad's animal? -asked Jacob -… that's awesome.

-It is and is a big honor -said Conner, looking at Jacob from head to toe-… Uhm… you could be good.

-What? -asked Jacob.

-At soccer, how old are you again? -asked Conner.

-I turned 10 last month -said Jacob, turning to Tommy-… what's soccer?

Conner's mouth fell to the ground while Tommy laughed, of course, Jacob has been so focused on training and learning about Rangers legacy that he barely got to enjoy life, mostly because Jason was obsessed with getting him ready for what may or may not happen.

Tommy always thanked Jen's tips for the future but this one in particular. He hated it because by letting Jason know about Jacob's future, she unconsciously forced Jacob to a life of training and Tommy didn't want that for the boy.

-That's the reason why I asked your father to let you spend the summer with me -said, Tommy-… hopefully it will turn you into a decent human being before you start high school.

Jacob was still confused when they hear the door open and Ethan James, Kira Ford, Trent Fernandez-Mercer, and Hayley walked inside Tommy's living room while Conner was still surprised about Jacob not knowing about soccer.

-Woah, McKnight… what happened to you? -asked Trent, looking at Kira-… you broke your boyfriend or something?

-Shut up -said Kira, smiling as she walked to Conner -… hey, Conner, wake up.

-Maybe he is broken… -said Ethan, looking at his mentor-… what happened?

Tommy looked at Jacob and Jacob looked worried, walking towards Conner, and touching his arm with a finger, when she saw him, Kira quickly grabbed his arm gently and looked at her mentor with a smile.

-This is Jacob? -asked Kira.

-He is Jacob, Kira and he broke Conner because Jacob doesn't know about soccer -explained Tommy, amused.

-What!? -asked Ethan-… but even I know what soccer is… the basics, I could never play it but…

-Dude, you just made Kira single -said Trent to Jacob-… and you free us of a world full of that disgusting McKnight smirk.

-Smirk I like very much, thank you -said Kira, looking at Jacob, that now was scared-… don't worry, is a little shocking but Trent and Ethan are just teasing you, Conner will be fine.

-And he will be eager to teach you all about soccer when gets out of his shock -said Hayley, standing beside Tommy.

As if her words were magic, Conner woke up from his surprise and looked at Jacob and then to his soccer ball. The Dino Team quickly understood, by the look in his eyes, that Conner was a man on a mission and he was going to complete it, no matter what.

-Start with the basics of the basics, coach. We want the kid to like us-said Kira.

-I will, babe, don't worry -said Conner, kissing her and running to the backyard-… come on, Jake! I will teach you all you need to know about soccer, by the time you finish, you will love this game!

Jacob looked at Tommy and Tommy nodded, knowing that Conner and the Dino team's influence on the kid will make him realize that his life was more than training and, hopefully, will make him open up more to the rest of the world.

-Conner McKnight! What did I tell you about calling me, babe!? -screamed Kira, with no anger in her voice.

Tommy smiled… yeah, Jake will be fine with them around. He was sure of it.

Harwood County, 2012

-Jake!

Jake, now 15 years old turned to see his friend Mike running towards him with Emily. He smiled, brightly, it was summer so Noah was on a trip with his family, and that Mike and Emily were here it could only mean one thing, the Samurai Rangers won their battle.

Jake was so happy he engulfed them both in a hug but it didn't matter because they hugged him back, showing their happiness to see the teenager after the war they had just gone.

-Is it over? You won, right? -asked Jake.

-Of course -said Mike-… we won and now we can back to our lives. Kevin went back to swimming, Antonio was going to enjoy some time to relax, Mia was accepted into a cooking school…

-Thank God- said, Jake.

-Yeah, Thank God… -laughed Jake-… Lauren went to enjoy a life free of training and Jayden will stay with Mentor Ji at the Shiba house.

-And you and Emily? -asked Jake, looking at their joined hands-… wait a minute…

Emily laughed and nodded, making Jake laugh again as he hugged his friends. He knew all the story and he was happy that Mike found someone to ground him, no… he was happy that the sweet but fierce Emily was the one for his friend. He could see it in their eyes, this was forever.

-Congratulations guys -said Jake, sincerely.

-Thank you, buddy -said Mike-… we are going back to her house, hopefully, I learn something about the farm before her father kills me.

-He won't kill you -promised Emily -… can't say the same about my sister… she may be sick but she can still kick your ass.

Mike looked at her, worried but his worry didn't stay long as she smiled, making him lower his head to kiss her cheek then, Mike looked at Jake and got something out of his pocket that he put on the hands of the teenager.

-What is this? -asked Jake, looking at the phone.

-Antonio adapted it for you, is an old Samuraizer -said Mike, now getting serious-… the whole team agreed that you should have it. We know you may become a Ranger someday and if you do and are in trouble, please, don't ever hesitate to call us, ok? We will be there in a heartbeat.

Jake looked at the phone and then back at Mike and Emily and nodded, solemnly. He knew a bit of his future, enough to be ready or that's what Jen Scotts Collins told him when she, Wes Collins, Tommy, and Jake's dad, Jason, told him about his future but assured him he would not fight alone… that there was a team there for him guided by someone called Gosei.

Jake wasn't too worried because if his team turned to be like Mike's or Conner's or any other team, he would be fine.

-Besides it will allow us to be in touch -said Emily, putting a hand on Jake's arm-… no matter what, we are family, ok? And we will be there for each other.

Jake nodded and hugged the yellow Ranger then, he did the same with Mike and after a small talk, they finally went towards the train station where they would catch the train to Emily's hometown. Jake saw them go with a smile and sighed, looking at the Samuraizer and thinking about all the Rangers he meet… their warm and their legacy falling on his shoulder.

He wouldn't let them or his team down.