Knowing they couldn't get in trouble on their wedding night, Mike and Emily set out for an adventure. They had been informed, via Samuraizer, that they would be going to James' house in the morning so the parents would be safe, so they knew this was their last night on the farm and wanted to make the most of it.

With them gone, and the wedding over, the guests were left cleaning up. While the Rangers and the parents tackled the barn, Ji took Kate inside the house. This was officially his last night in her town, and there was something on his mind.

As she put away the cake, making sure there was more than enough for Mike and Emily when they got back, Ji breathed a sigh to get her attention. She turned around and smiled at him.

"It was a nice, spontaneous wedding, don't you think?"

"Perfect for them," Ji nodded, "It's just too bad it marks the end of our stay here."

Kate had realized the same thing as Ji. This was their last night together. Nothing but friendship had come from the trip, but the future was wide open. After all, she hadn't forgotten about the kisses they shared the first night of the summer festival.

"You'll likely have a lot of work to get back to," Kate said, "A lot."

"Very likely," Ji bit his lip, slightly nervous. Thinking about it now, he didn't want to leave Kate behind. Though he loved the Samurai, they were just kids in his eyes. Kate was a woman his age, someone with the same life experience behind her as he had. She knew enough about the Samurai so he didn't need to hide anything, but at the same time, she had lived such a normal life that she was a breath of fresh air. And Ji found he could talk to her about almost anything; certainly more than he could share with the Samurai. Having a friend like that nearby would definitely be a bonus.

But he knew Kate had responsibilities here, and she had grown up here. Her family was here, her life was here. He couldn't ask her to move for him, when they had nothing more than friendship between them. It would give her the wrong idea. It would be way too quick.

"You know… if you ever need any help… I'm available. I'd like to think I know enough to… help."

"Most of it is paper work and covering up for the Rangers. Secret identities are hard to maintain."

"Tell me about it," Kate chuckled, "The last big earthquake was caused by Emily and destroyed the entire barn. People started to realize the earth only trembled around their land and started to ask questions. Fortunately, I kept them calm."

"You do a great job here."

"People trust the Sheriff's sister," Kate shrugged. "And it's easier in a small town, where you know everybody already. I can't imagine what the workload looks like in a big city."

"It is a hassle."

"Well, like I said. If you ever need help, just call."

"We might need help moving in," Serena answered as she walked in with a garbage bag over her shoulder.

"Serena," Ji and Kate both glared at her, letting her know she was not to get involved. She shrugged as she started to collect the garbage from the kitchen and dumped it into the bag.

"I'm just saying."

"You've said enough…"

"James and I have been talking outside about new living arrangements. I think he's leaning towards coming back to the Shiba House, which means his place will be empty most of the time."

"Serena…"

"I'm not saying you have to move in," Serena held her hands up defensively and backed away from the two, "I'm just saying, there is a place to stay if you wanted to come down to the city for a few days. Ji obviously wants you to come down, I can see the look in his eyes, and you're practically begging for an invite."

Both were silent. Serena groaned.

"Well, there's your invite, Kate. I'm not hooking you guys up on a date, or walking you down the aisle. Mom and dad are fine here. Apparently the neighbours are looking out for them too. We'll need a babysitter for Terran, from time to time, and Ji could use a little adult conversation face to face."

"I'll think about it," Kate smiled and looked over to Ji. He nodded his head in agreement. It did seem ideal.

Serena was also happy. Now James had to move in with her, the plans were set in stone. She would get her son and her fiancé back. She set off with the garbage, whistling happily as she went. Ji and Kate exchanged looks.

"We're going to have to keep our eye on that one."

"You're really going to need me around then," Kate chuckled. "When it comes to Serena, I still know her better than she knows herself."

-Samurai-

Memories. Good memories. Lying in the field, with his arms wrapped tightly around Emily brought back good memories of the first time they got engaged and ended up spending the night lying in the grass. It had been one of the best moments of his life, until Dayu decided to ruin it. Still, he would never forget that night.

Nor would he forget this one. He looked down at Emily's hand and saw not just her engagement ring, but her wedding ring as well. Then he looked at his own hand and smiled at his wedding band. He couldn't believe it had actually happened.

Emily was fast asleep in his arms, smiling contently and he could only imagine what she was dreaming of. He couldn't sleep. His dreams would never be as good as this.

A little ways off, Dayu stood and watched carefully. She had followed the Rangers' energy out far away from the city, just as Octoroo had said, and now had the green and yellow Rangers only a few yards away from where she was standing. Clutching her Shamisen, she knew she had them cornered. There was no way they could both outrun her. She doubted Serrator wanted her to go after the Rangers, but she didn't care much about what he wanted, and it wasn't like he would be able to argue if she managed to actually defeat even one of them. Very quietly, she stalked over to them, keeping her grip tight around her instrument.

Then suddenly she stopped. Seeing the way they were dressed, the way they were holding each other, the smiles on their faces, and the rings on their fingers, Dayu put the pieces together. Her eyes locked with the green Ranger's, who had just spotted her and was nudging his now wife awake.

Memories. Bad memories. This was déjà-vu. Dayu would not ruin this perfect night again. Dayu wouldn't touch a hair on Emily's head this time. As Emily was slowly pulled from her sleep, Mike jumped up to his feet, morphing instantly.

"You're back?"

"You're married?" Dayu asked him. She herself was having flashbacks to the night of her own wedding. The night her life changed forever, for the worst. Shaking her head, she wanted nothing more than to see someone else suffer. At the same time, the pain was unbearable. She was torn over what she wanted to do, and hesitated long enough for the yellow Ranger to figure out what was going on and stand side by side with her husband, fully morphed.

"Your move, Dayu."

There was venom in her voice that Dayu rarely heard. Understandably, she didn't want to have to fight on this night, and Dayu's presence meant only bad news. So Dayu tucked her Shamisen away. It was unbearable pain she was feeling and she couldn't go through with it. She bowed her head.

"Congratulations."

"Seriously?" Mike asked, "Cut the act. What the hell do you want?"

"We are on opposing sides, Rangers," Dayu slowly started to back away, "Next time we meet, you will get no second chance. Tonight, however, I wish you all the best."

Turning around, she headed off. She had information to bring back to the Netherworld. Serrator, Dekker, and Octoroo didn't need to know she let two Rangers go. Mike wanted to run after her and cut her down, but Emily grabbed his arm to hold him back and then powered down.

"Do you know what this means…?"

"Don't you dare pull a Mia on me, Emily," Mike shook his head, "Dayu's tried to kill you and Serena, and she wants Terran!"

"She's good, Mike. We both know she is," Emily looked up at him while still holding onto his arm. "She would have cut us into pieces."

"We're stronger than that."

"She would have won," Emily insisted. "Why didn't she?"

"She's a coward. She wouldn't have won. It's two on one…"

"Like that's stopped her from kicking butt before."

As Emily started to pull Mike back towards the house, thinking it was best they rejoined the group for the rest of the night, Mike looked over his shoulder. He didn't care what Emily thought. He didn't trust a bone in Dayu's body.

-Samurai-

The following morning, the Rangers were packing up to head back to James' house. As they got their suitcases ready, Ji was in the living room, pacing back and forth. Ideally, Kate would come down to Panorama City with him. He loved having her around, he loved the thought of getting to know her, and the idea of maybe starting a relationship with her, even just a little fling, did appeal to him. He could only hope she thought the same way.

He wouldn't blame her if she didn't, though. She was the one making all the sacrifices, and on such short notice. If she wanted to stay, he would be a little disappointed, but he would understand.

"So," Ji practically jumped out of his skin when Serena appeared in the room, seemingly from nowhere. Had he been paying attention to anything other than his thoughts, he would have noticed the Rangers were starting to make their way downstairs and they were ready to head off, "Any news on Kate, yet?"

"Nothing," Ji shook his head sadly and sighed, "I guess it's a no."

"You told her we're leaving at ten, right?"

"On the dot."

"Take it from me, Ji, balancing the Samurai life, and a relationship isn't easy," Serena shrugged, "Everything happens for a reason, right?"

"It was a lot to ask," Ji gave Serena a smile, "But I guess…"

The doorbell cut him off. He had butterflies in his stomach and he blushed red. Serena had never seen him like this before. He looked like a young boy with his very first crush. It was cute… for Ji.

"Aw," she teased him as Kate was let into the house by one of the Samurai, who pointed her to the living room. She made her way over with a suitcase in hand and smiled at Serena and Ji.

"Is there still a place for me?"

"If you don't mind rooming with a few wackos for a couple of days," Serena nodded her head, "I'll go tell James the news."

Kate smiled and looked down at her bags. Ji approached her very nervously and smiled.

"I can't believe you're doing this."

"I'm not getting any younger. It's about time I started to take some risks."

"Risks? Ji?" Antonio chuckled as he eavesdropped from the kitchen. Ji gave him a harsh look and pointed for him to leave. Antonio held up his hands and started to back away slowly. Ji looked to Kate apologetically.

"They are a handful. And they are everywhere. I hope you don't mind."

"Why do I get the feeling there will never be a dull moment?" Kate chuckled and was then almost bowled over as Mia and Emily raced through the living room.

"Get back here, Blabbermouth!" Mia cried as she chased Emily around.

"Girls!" Ji cried and pointed to the kitchen, "A little privacy, please!"

Emily jumped behind the couch for cover as Mia blocked her only way out.

"One more word out of you," Mia glared menacingly at Emily, "and I'll smack you so hard you'll forget all those secrets I shared with you."

"Secrets?" Kate asked. Emily poked her head out from behind the couch.

"Did you know Mia…? AHH!"

As Mia lunged for Emily, diving over the couch, Emily raced out from her safe place and into the kitchen. Mia was hot on her trail, finally giving Ji and Kate a little privacy, once again.

"Chaos," Ji groaned and shook his head in annoyance, "Pure chaos. Are you sure…?"

"It's worth a shot," Kate nodded. "I'll put my bags in my car. Maybe we can drive down together. Give the kids a little breathing space."

"I would appreciate that!" Jayden called from somewhere in the house.

Ji groaned again, "Does no one understand what the word privacy means?"

Kate chuckled as she carried her bags out. The chaos wasn't something she was used to, but she was adaptable, and it was an experience she was looking forward to. Ji was well worth it, and if everything went according to plan, she would have her own home to escape to.

Seeing her walking off, Ji smiled as he picked up his bags. He was about to leave the room when he bumped into Emily.

"We need to talk," she glared up at him, just like she had the morning he had been caught coming home from his first date. Ji gulped. Emily pointed to the couch, so Ji took a seat.

She crossed her arms over her chest and glared at her mentor, "So this is really happening, between you and Kate, huh?"

"We're taking things slow…"

"She's moving to the city to be with you," Emily shook her head, "That's not slow. I hope you know, Kate means a lot to my family, and to me. She's really, really nice, and really, really sweet, and it would be a real shame if she got played by… you…"

"Emily…"

"Break her heart; I'll break your face."

Emily normally wasn't very intimidating. She didn't look threatening in the slightest. At her best, she was sweet, innocent, and happy. At her worst, she was either innocently mischievous, or as fragile as a kicked puppy. But there was something about her this time that seemed very different. Ji wasn't sure if it was because he was sitting down, and for once she could stare him down, or if she was showing a side of herself that only James and Dekker had seen, which would explain why James was so terrified of her.

She was definitely her mother's daughter, and Serena's sister.

"I wouldn't dream of it," Ji's voice was just above a whisper. Emily smirked and gave his cheek a gentle pat.

"Good. Now I gave you my cookies to hold, and I never got them back," Emily held her hand out, "Please and thank you."

"In the fridge," Ji pointed to the kitchen and Emily skipped off happily.

Ji grabbed his bags and headed straight outside. Kate was by the trunk of her car, waiting for him to bring out his bags so they could load up and then head off, while the Rangers, slowly but surely, packed up James' van and claimed their seats for the ride home.

As Ji and Kate got into the car, Ji noticed Kate looked a little surprised, but also like she wanted to laugh.

"You've really got an interesting family, Ji."

"What did they do?" Ji groaned and looked out the window at his Samurai just in time to see Mike and Antonio shoving Kevin out of the van and closing the door on him.

"I just got a serious talk from Jayden about not leading you on. It was a little threatening, but really cute. He cares a lot about you."

"I just got one from Emily. There was nothing cute about it. I was terrified."

Kate laughed, leaned over, and gave him a kiss on the cheek, "Well, I know Jayden's got nothing to worry about. My intentions are pure. Slow and steady. We'll let the relationship grow into whatever it is we're most comfortable with."

"I like the sound of that," Ji smiled. He nodded his head towards the window and gestured to the Samurai, "Now, why don't we see if we can beat them home?"

Kate started the car and smirked, "I love a good race."