Another chapter for all of you. I figured I might as well upload it and treat you all to another one so soon! I must address a review left by a "chilled monkey" to clear a few things up. Maroon is not an "evil lesbian" as you put it. She simply takes Kimberly's memories and twists them horribly. Kimberly wanted to be friends with Kat before she left. Maroon took it as "really really really close" and went from there. It is more of a psychological breakdown because Maroon wanted to toy with Katherine's mind. Katherine fell right into this because she doubted her Ranger powers at the end. I only said "see how evil she can be" because I wanted to give my reviewers ideas for Jason to let them know that Maroon knows no boundaries. I had never even classified her as a lesbian, just an evil character playing the cards the way she wants them to be played. Just because she kissed Kat doesn't make her a lesbian at all and she is not meant to be either. So please don't think of her as one.

Chapter 22 Temptations Part 2

Maroon teleported back to the moon palace. She was pleased with the way things had gone. Katherine had been too easy of a target. Maroon knew that Jason and Tommy would not be so easy. It would take some careful planning to get to them.

"I saw your attack on the pink Ranger," spoke a voice from behind her.

Maroon turned around and then bowed when she saw that Rita was standing behind her. "Did you find it satisfying?"

"It was definitely different than anything I'd seen before, but you succeeded in breaking down the pink Ranger. I have a feeling that she won't be her usual self for a little while. I think you are on to something. Here, take this bottle. It will help you with the other two." Rita held out a small green bottle.

Maroon took the bottle in her hand and began to examine it. "What exactly is in here?"

"That's the best part. It's one of Finster's creations called Desire. Just rub it on your skin and any male you desire will instantly become attracted to you."

"This is just what I needed. It will greatly advance my plans."

"Just don't fall into any trap they may set for you."

"Don't worry. I can always squirm my way out of it. And since I have this bottle, there's no way the two boys can defeat me. I have plans for this little bottle and Tommy."

"Remember, I don't want him dead. I need him later on," reminded Rita.

"I wouldn't dream of killing him my queen. I leave that simple pleasure to you." Maroon bowed again. "I'm to head down to the lake now. Kimberly's memories tell me that it was a special location for her and Tommy."

"Perfect. Off with you then! Do you need Tengas?"

"I have a feeling I won't this time… if any Rangers try to interfere, I will bond them like I did Katherine." Maroon teleported out of the balcony area and Rita threw her head back and laughed. This was too perfect. She wished she had created a Kimberly clone years ago. Perhaps then the Machine Empire would never have came… "Speaking of Machine Empire, I wonder exactly why they haven't tried to interfere yet…" mumbled Rita.

Machine Empire

"What exactly is that biddy up to?" wondered King Mondo out loud.

"Apparently giving us a break," answered Queen Machina.

"Daddy, they're doing our job!" whined Prince Sprocket.

"Hush little one. This is grown-up business!" scolded his father. "Well, I suppose we could use a break."

"Dear you did mention wanting to take a vacation from the Ranger brats."

"True, true. Even though I can't stand that weakling biddy, she is keeping them occupied."

"Yes dear. We can spend some time together without you worrying about conquering Earth… think of it…"

"Daddy we can play rocket ball!"

"Shush boy. This is mommy-daddy time."

"Aww…" whined Prince Sprocket. "This vacation is no fun!"

Earth

Maroon wandered along the edge of the lake barefoot. She ran through Kimberly's memories of the place, trying to come up with the perfect way to break down Tommy like she had Katherine. Katherine had been easy, and would be easier than Tommy, but Maroon knew that using this place as part of her plan would certainly get to Tommy. She pulled out the bottle of Desire and began rubbing it over her arms and neck. When she was satisfied with the amount she tucked the bottle away for later use. She never knew when she'd need it again, and silently thanked Rita for giving it to her.

Alarms blared again in the Power Chamber. "Rangers, I'm afraid Maroon has returned to Earth once again," spoke Zordon. "This time she has reappeared by the lake. I sense no Tengas around her, but as we know she is a threat without them."

Only Jason and Tommy were listening to Zordon. Katherine was sitting off to the side still crying a little. Billy sat beside her, holding her hand to comfort her. He was talking softly to her, hoping it'd calm her down, but Katherine simply wouldn't pull out of her funk.

"Zordon how can we defeat something that doesn't fight back in the usual way?" asked Jason.

"That is a tough question Jason, and one not so easily answered. Maroon is using tactics that can't be fought back with weapons. I know that none of you want to use a weapon on her because even though she is a clone she is still a human being. Am I right?" Tommy and Jason nodded. "You must be careful of her traps. They are quite deadly. So far the only power we are certain she holds is the power of bonding using a type of invisible glue magic. If you get too close to a large solid object, she will have you."

"Zordon that doesn't help us much," said Tommy.

"I'm sorry Rangers, but that is all the advice I can offer you. You must think outside of your Ranger powers to take down Maroon."

Tommy looked to Jason. "I'm going to take care of her this time."

"Are you sure bro? I can always come with you."

"No, I've got this one. You just stay here and leave everything to me."

"Tommy?" questioned Katherine softly.

"Yeah?"

"Be careful…. Don't let her get you…."

Tommy couldn't help but feel sorry for Katherine. "Don't worry. I won't let her get me," he replied before teleporting to the lake in a red light.

When Tommy landed, he instantly spotted Maroon sitting down by the water's edge. She appeared to have not noticed his arrival so he crept up softly behind her. "No need to tread lightly, Thomas. I hear you there," spoke Maroon.

She must have advanced hearing thought Tommy. "Maroon why are you here?"

"To keep the Rangers at bay," she answered coyly. She began to focus her thoughts on Tommy, thinking of making him her own. Tommy couldn't see it, but a light purple mist hovered over the areas she'd rubbed the Desire potion, becoming fully active. She chuckled softly to herself.

"What are you laughing about?" asked Tommy, confused.

"Oh it's nothing really. Just how much fun I'm having with all of you," responded Maroon.

Tommy felt his body moving next to Maroon and taking a seat. He couldn't understand why he was doing this. He didn't want to be sitting next to her, but here he was. He noticed how the sunlight danced off her hair and… wait why was he thinking about her hair! Tommy shook his head to clear his thoughts, hoping that it would work. Unfortunately, it didn't. Maroon took notice.

"What's wrong?" she asked in a sickly sweet voice.

"It's… nothing," replied Tommy.

"Oh but you can tell me Tommy. I won't tell a soul. I promise."

Tommy had no idea why, but he started pouring his heart out to the enemy. "I don't know… I just want answers from my ex-girlfriend. The way we broke up… it wasn't right. It didn't seem right either. I want to simply know why. Why she chose another guy over me."

"Oh Tommy but you're such a sweet guy. I don't see why she'd want to break up with you. You're quite cute," answered Maroon as she leaned closer to Tommy.

Tommy felt himself leaning closer to her two. His brain screamed no, his body was full of sirens going off. Only his heart said yes. What he didn't know was that his heart was drugged. As his lips touched her own, he willed away all thoughts. He was only interested in the kiss he shared with Maroon.

"Aye-yai-yai-yai-yai-yai!" shouted Alpha as he watched what was taking place on the Viewing Screen. "Zordon, Tommy's fallen into Maroon's trap!"

"Yes, Alpha, I'm afraid so. It was not of his own doing. Maroon has used one of Finster's potions called Desire. Once this potion has been rubbed on her body, all she has to do is think of any male she wants and he will be powerless to resist their control."

"Zordon, I've got to go down there to get him back," stated Jason.

"Yes, Jason. I believe that is an excellent idea. You must be careful though. If Maroon gets ahold of you, you will lose control."

"I understand Zordon."

Jason teleported out of the Power Chamber to the lake. When he arrived, what he saw made him sick. Tommy and Maroon were laying in the grass making out, like no one else was around. What was worse was that Maroon looked so much like Kimberly that it hurt. Jason knew, however, that even Kimberly would not show such public displays of affection in public with Tommy. She was too shy and modest to do so.

"Tommy! What the hell are you doing!" yelled Jason.

Tommy looked up at Jason in disgust. "What does it look like?"

"Like you're making out with the enemy, that's what."

"Your point?"

"Tommy, you've got to snap out of this. You're under a spell."

"I am under no spell, Jason. I believe it is you who is wrong. Now if you would please go away and mind your own business? Thanks."

Maroon smirked at Jason. "He's all mine now, and there's nothing you or your Ranger friends can do about it."

"You shut up," growled Jason, fists raised.

"Ah ah, I wouldn't try that if I were you. You see, Tommy will do whatever it takes to keep me. Therefore, if you attack me, he'll attack you."

"It's a chance I'm willing to take. He's not yours to toy with!"

"Oh but I like him as my second toy. My first one needs fixed anyway."

"You take that back you…. Bitch! Kimberly is not your toy! Stop saying she is!"

Maroon simply laughed. "Jason, Jason. When will you ever learn that you are wrong. If she wasn't my toy, she wouldn't still be in captivity. Why don't you think about that for awhile? Come on Tommy. I know somewhere we can go where he won't bother us."

Tommy looked obediently to Maroon with hungry eyes. "Sorry Jason, but I got to her first and you can't have her."

"Man what's your problem? I don't want to fraternize with the enemy! I want to save Kimberly!"

Tommy wrapped an arm around Maroon's waist as the two of them got to their feet. Maroon looked to Tommy before teleporting away. Jason sighed in disgust. He raised his communicator to his wrist. "Zordon, we've got a major problem down here."

"I've seen, Jason. We must figure out Maroon's new location first before moving in. The longer it takes for the Desire potion to wear off of Tommy, the longer it will take before we can get to Kimberly."

"Shall I report back to the Power Chamber?"

"At once. We will discuss a new plan of strategy. Tommy is a crucial part of the mission, just as you and Kat are. Maroon knows this and is getting at each of you in different ways. I am afraid you will be the next one she targets. We must be prepared."

"Right Zordon." Jason lowered his hand again and looked across the lake. He wished things weren't as they were. He wished things were the way they had been when the original team first became Power Rangers. Back then, things weren't so complicated and evil creations didn't fight back sexually. They just didn't. Now it was a no holds barred competition and the Rangers were losing so far. Jason knew he couldn't continue thinking like this. He had to be strong. For the team. For himself. For Kimberly. Just hang on Kimberly. We're coming, I swear. We'll get you back no matter what it takes.

Originally this chapter wasn't supposed to end like this (it was also supposed to be farther along), but I liked this way better. And no I don't want to hear any "Maroon's an evil bisexual" because she isn't. She's playing with minds, not only Tommy's but the rest of the team's. You'll see when she gets to Jason. I am formulating a plan for him, based on what one of my reviewers saidYou'll see!

Next time on Windmill into the Fall: Maroon takes Tommy back to Rita's with her and uses him to toy with Kimberly even more. Will Tommy be able to break free of the spell in time, or will Kimberly be scarred forever?