Disclaimer: This story was inspired and adapted from season 1 of the TV show, "One Tree Hill. Neither "One Tree Hill" nor "Power Rangers" belongs to me. Paired videos have not been made specifically to go along with story, but are ones that I happen to come across on the site that I think fit the action and/or mood of that specific fan fic well.

A/N: Let's get a few things straight first right off the bat: Dino Thunder is one of my least favorite PR seasons, Conner and Kira are two of my least favorite characters ever, and Conner/Kira is probably my least favorite ranger romance pairing of all time.

So why in the world would I choose to write a love story about this pair? When the idea for the plot for "Scavenger Hunt" came to me, I realized with great reluctance that Conner/Kira was the pair it would work best with. (Hopefully, y'all will see why as this story pans out.) And never being one able to resist a storyline I was really excited about, I just decided to bite the bullet and use Conner/Kira in this fan fic in order to make the plot the best it could possibly be.

The one thing I wouldn't let myself do was set this story post-Trent in the DT season timeline, 'cause I am actually a BIG Trent/Kira shipper, and if Trent was in the story, I would want him to be with Kira!!

Anyway, I hope y'all will enjoy "Scavenger Hunt" and let me know how I do on my first (and hopefully last!) Conner/Kira story.

Paired video: "If we were a movie" by Dragonheartfire

"Thanks so much for tutoring me for my music theory class," Conner McKnight said gratefully to his friend, Kira Ford, as they sat on a Friday afternoon at their usual after-school hangout, Hayley's Cyber Café.

"No problem," smiled the aspiring indie rocker. "I know your Coach said you had to pass this class, or you'll be sitting out all next soccer season. And a benched Conner means a very unhappy Red Dino Thunder Ranger and an unhappy teammate…"

"Shhhhh," hushed Conner, looking around to make sure none of their other Reefside High classmates heard her mention their secret superhero identities. "Careful with that ranger talk in public. Anyway, why is it required that we have to have a stupid arts course to graduate high school?"

"What were those words you said at the start of the semester? Wasn't it, 'Music takes no skill compared to sports,' right?" Kira teased, causing Conner to swat at her playfully.

"Well at least I think I have a chance of not failing Monday's big test, thanks to you," admitted Conner. "I never thought I'd understand this notes and clefs stuff, but you're a great teacher, Kira."

"Thanks," she replied, ducking to hide her flushed cheeks. "Oh, I forgot! I put this together for you," she added, handing him a small plastic case.

"What is this?" he questioned curiously.

"I made you a study guide," explained Kira. "Everything you need to ace your music theory exam is right in this little box of tricks here: flash cards, instant coffee, No. 2 pencils…"

"Why don't you just text message me the answers?" joked Conner, seeing Kira roll her eyes. "No seriously thanks for this Kira," he added, holding up the box. "That was really sweet of you to do. Anyway, I better be heading out to get ready for tonight."

"What's tonight?" the pair head a third voice ask.

"Hey Ethan," greeted Kira as she saw her other DT teammate and Reefside High's computer genius pull up a chair by their table.

"My family hosts the school's annual parent/student soccer team soiree each year," answered Conner. "I didn't think to invite you guys before 'cause I didn't think the jock and cheerleader crowd was your favorite to hang out with, but you two should come to the party tonight. Hayley's Cyber Café is even catering."

"Cheerleaders? I'm totally there!" grinned Ethan broadly.

"I'll think about it," said Kira hesitantly. "Like you said, it's not my first choice of people to hang out with on a Friday night. I'd rather be home playing guitar and working on some new songs."

"Well, even if she doesn't come, I'll be there, Conner!" they heard a girl announce haughtily.

"You're not a cheerleader, Cassidy," pointed out Kira.

"Please, I'm going as a member of the media. The school board wants it covered. The Reefside High Soccer Soiree is one of the most important parties of the year, after all," responded Cassidy, looking at Kira like she was dumb.

"OK, I'm out, but Ethan, I'll see you tonight, and Kira, I really hope you decide to come," said Conner. "And thanks again for the study gift! You're the best!!!"

"Ohhhh Conner!!! I was wondering if you could give me a private tour of your house when I get there tonight…" began Cassidy as she followed the soccer star out the café front door.

"Can you believe the way she was all over him?" remarked Kira to Ethan; her voice dripping with disdain.

"Somebody's jealous," sang Ethan, poking her teasingly.

"AM NOT!" shot back Kira strongly. "We're just friends, and I'm just tutoring him so he doesn't flunk off the soccer team and we don't have to put up with a pouty red ranger all next…"

"Whatever," said Ethan dismissively. "So, what was that gift you gave him?"

"Oh, I just made Conner a study guide for his big music theory test," replied Kira. "Just made some extra goodies so he actually stays awake and studies…"

"Woah, you got Conner something?" cut in Ethan excitedly. "Kira, it's one thing to tutor the guy on the clock, but spending the little free time we have making him a present?!? You like him, Kira. I'm a genius. I know these things!"

"You're being ridiculous," dismissed Kira. "I'm getting out of here."

"You like him!!!" repeated Ethan in a playful taunt as she gathered up her book bags.

"ETHAN!!!" shouted Kira.

"What?" asked tech guru, feigning innocence.

"Just… just… just to don't tell him, OK?" Kira finally forced out, looking at him pleadingly.

"Ranger romance," laughed Ethan triumphantly. "Don't worry, you're secret's safe with me. But I guess the big question is, do you like Conner enough to enter into his world and go to his soccer party tonight?"

A/N: Hope you guys liked it! More to come soon, and in the meantime, check out my Mystic Force story, "Saving Me," featuring Nick/Madison and Xander/Vida romances.