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Jen is in the hospital and Wes is going crazy…not to mention Deaton is still on the loose.
Chapter 6 up! LAST CHAPTER GUYS! Thanks for reading! Keep an eye out for my next one…
Enjoy!
Steph
Make a Wish
"Wes, you need to get some sleep." Eric said. "You've been up all night."
"No. The minute she wakes up, I want to be here. To tell her now sorry I am." Wes yawned.
"Wes, come on. I'll buy you some dinner." Eric nudged. But Wes sat there. "Come on, Wes. She'll be here when you get back. Twenty minutes, I promise." Eric grabbed his arm.
Wes threw him off. "No."
Eric sighed. "Fine. I'll just get you something instead. And you're going to eat it if I have to shove it down your throat." Wes didn't move. "I'll be right back."
Eric shook his head as he walked out. "He'll run himself into the ground if we don't do anything."
Trip and Lucas stood beside him. "I know." Lucas said.
"There's got to be something we can do." Trip muttered.
"Attention all units, attention all units! Mutants have been seen in the park!" a voice came over Eric's portable.
"Let's move out!" Eric said. "Come on, Wes. It'll do you some good to get some exercise."
Wes didn't move. His head was down on the bed, his hand holding Jen's. "I don't want to leave her."
"Come on, Wes. We have a mutant to stop." Katie said.
Wes got up and walked out, but only stood outside her room. "What if I hadn't yelled at her? If I just listened to her, she wouldn't be here. What if…"
Eric grabbed Wes and punched him right in the face. "Damn it, Wes! Listen to yourself! You are talking shit! Jen will get better! What would she say if she saw you like this?" Eric paused. Wes gave him a look for punching him. "She would be so angry at you for sulking. So let me ask you this, Wes. What would Jen do?"
Wes stared at him. "She'd go stop that mutant."
"So what are we going to do now?" Eric asked.
Wes sniffed. "We have a mutant to stop."
"Then let's go!" Eric said. The five rangers burst out of the hospital.
At the park"Hold it right there, Deaton!" Lucas called. Deaton turned around and saw the rangers run up.
"Time Force! You're under arrest." Deaton turned again to see Alex, morphed, holding his badge.
"Give me a break, the lingo is getting old!" Deaton fired a blast at them, and Wes was caught right in the middle.
"You're going to pay for that!" Wes grabbed his chrono saber. "TIME STRIKE!"
Wes charged in and struck Deaton, and he fell. "No. I must…succeed!"
"TIME STRIKE!" the rest of the rangers cried.
"DOUBLE STRIKE!" Eric called.
In unison, all six rangers called for the final strike. "FIRE!"
Shots of black, yellow, green, red, blue, and a red/black came out from each ranger's weapon and hit Deaton, dead on.
"GAA!" He yelled as he fell back. "Noo!"
Then an explosion rocked the ground, but receded back to its source.
"It's over, Deaton. You're under arrest." Wes stepped forward.
Deaton breathed heavily. "You will be sent back to the future, and tried by the Grand Jury of Time Force." Alex held out a canister, and a blue light flashed over Deaton. He froze and shrunk. Then, disappeared into the canister.
"It's over." Lucas said. Katie and Trip smiled.
"We're going home!" Trip jumped and broke the silence.
Wes watched them; a knife tore at his heart. Just then his cell phone rang.
"Collins." Wes said.
"Mr. Collins, we have an emergency! This is Doctor Jacobson. You should get over here quickly!" he said.
"Wes, where are you going?" Alex yelled.
Just then, Trip collapsed. "Trip!" Katie yelled.
His eyes rolled back into his head.
"Quick, get me the shock cart!" Dr. Jacobson called. "She's going into cardiac arrest!"
Doctors scrambled for it, then ran into a room. A young woman on the bed lay still, cheeks pale.
It was Jen.
"It—it's Jen!" Trip called. "She's going into cardiac arrest!"
"Let's go!" Alex called. The rangers jumped onto their vector cycles and sped off towards the hospital.
Once there, they ran into the building. Wes didn't even demorph, he ran to Jen's room, the sight made his heart stop.
There were doctors in there, with a shock cart.
"Oh God, Jen!" Wes called just as she was shocked again. He threw off his helmet with disappeared.
Katie and the boys ran up behind him and watched the sight in horror.
"God, Jen…you can't do this to me!" Wes called. He banged on the glass, but was to no affect.
Alex watched the sight as well, his heart hurt, but not as much as Wes's.
The doctors tried again, but to no avail.
"Clear!" one called. Jen was shocked again, but the result was the same. Then…her heart monitor went into went to a solid line, a consecutive buzz was head.
Wes then burst into the room; the doctor's eyes went wide.
"Jen! God no, please!" Wes said. He threw himself at her, as she lay there. "Jen…" Wes held her lifeless body tight. "Jen." He kept repeating her name.
Lucas bowed his head. Katie began to cry as Trip pulled her into a hug.
Alex just stood there, now knowing how Jen felt when he was 'killed' by Ransik. "This wasn't suppose to happen." He muttered. "She wasn't suppose to die like this."
Eric also stood there, he bowed his head. "God, who would thought."
Inside the room, the doctors slowly backed away as Wes held his girlfriend. "Power down." A flash of red and he was in his clothes. He pressed his head to her shoulder, hot tears flowing from his eyes.
"Mr. Collins, I am so sorry." The doctors said.
"You did all you could." Wes muttered. "I would like to have some time…alone."
"Understood." The doctors left.
Wes sat there, Jen's body in his arms. "Jen. I'll never forgive myself."
The rest of the rangers stood outside, all heartbroken about their comrade's demise.
But Alex felt guilty among them all. How could he let his emotions get in the way like this? If he hadn't grabbed Jen, she'd be alive. If he hadn't kissed her, she and Wes would together by now.
He shook his head. "She wasn't suppose to die like this."
"You are correct, Lieutenant Drake." A voice said. Alex turned around, his face dropped.
"Captain Logan?" he asked. The Captain nodded.
"Yes. I just am speechless. One of our best officers, struck down." Logan said. "We have come here to return her body to the future, and prepare her for burial."
"I understand." Alex said.
Logan walked away, a few officers followed him. Katie, Trip and Lucas also saw him.
"Oh my gosh." Lucas said.
"Captain Logan." Trip said.
"What are you doing here?" Katie asked.
"We have come to take Jen's body back to the future for burial." Logan said. "Where is the Red Ranger?"
"He's inside, with Jen." Eric said. "And if I were you, I'd stay the hell out of there."
"You must be Eric Myers, the Quantum Ranger." Logan said. Eric confirmed it by nodding his head.
"Lieutenant Collins." Logan called. Wes looked outside the window to see who called him. Once he saw Captain Logan, his face hardened as he walked out, his fists clenched.
"First, I must ex---" Logan began, but he couldn't finish. Wes raised his fist and planted it in Logan's face, and began yelling furiously.
"This is all your fucking fault! If you let her stay here in the first place she wouldn't be DEAD!" Wes yelled. "You have NO IDEA what it is like to loose someone you love!"
Logan was still trying to recover. "Damn it!" Wes began to punch him, but his strength was greatly decreased.
Wes sniffed heavily as Eric pulled him off of Logan. Wes's father stood aside for the whole thing and pulled Wes into a hug.
"I am truly sorry, Lieutenant Collins. Officer Intales, give her the preservation drug." The officer nodded and walked into Jen's room.
"Where are you taking her?" Eric questioned.
"For her burial in the year 3002. It's customary, that every officer deceased will be buried with their fellow officers." Logan said. "You are welcome to attend, I know this is hard for you, Wes."
"When it's time, send me the invitation." Wes muttered.
"Now, Regis, Kendall, Walker and Drake, it is time to depart." Logan said. "Let's go."
But they stood there, as the officers brought out Jen's body, now covered with a sheet.
The Time Force officers followed their commander and left for the time ship, taking a good look at Silver Hills.
For it was the last time they'd see it.
Ever.
At the beachIt was like it was three years ago, except there was no Jen.
The sun was beginning to set as Wes walked up to Lucas. First Jen dieing, now he had to say good bye to his friends, all in the same day.
"Wes, I'm so sorry. I'll miss her, and you." Lucas said. A few tears shown in his eyes. "I'll make sure everyone's okay. The next race I do is for you, and Jen. Bye Wes."
Wes hugged him tight. "Thanks, Lucas. I'll miss you, too."
Lucas let go and slowly walked towards the time ship. A blue beam of light, he was gone.
Wes moved down there Katie was. "Katie, I'll miss you."
Katie sniffed. "Me, too. I'm sorry Jen couldn't be here."
Wes drew in a breath and hugged her. "Me too. I'll miss you both."
Katie gave him a kiss on the cheek and walked towards the ship. She was gone with a flash of yellow light.
"Wes, I know. I'll miss you." Trip said.
"Yea, me too." Wes said.
"She's still with us, Wes. I know she is." Trip said. Wes closed his eyes as a few tears squeezed out. Trip did the same. "Bye Wes."
"See ya Trip." Wes hugged him. Trip finally broke it.
"I'm sorry Wes." Trip walked into the beam, and was gone in a flash of green.
Wes looked down to where Alex stood. "I feel responsible for all of this, Wes. I take full credit. It if wasn't for me…"
Wes shook his head. "I share equal responsibility for this." Wes muttered.
"She loved you, Wes. That was special. Don't ever forget that." Alex put a hand on Wes's shoulder. "I was wrong about you, Wes. You are always welcome at Time Force."
Wes tried to smile. "Thanks. Anytime you want to come back here, feel free." Wes said.
Alex stuck him and out, and Wes shook it. "I'm just sorry we have to leave with this in the background." With that, the Black ranger made his way to the time ship.
Captain Logan watched in the background, the look upon Wes's face. "Put the box it."
Wes watched as a floating cylinder flew into the ship. "Wait." Wes said. Logan stopped, and so did the cylinder. "I just want to say good bye."
Logan nodded and the cylinder opened. Wes looked at Jen's face. It was so peaceful. He also noticed she was back in her Time Force uniform. "I'll never forget you, Jen. Just don't forget me." He held her hand, which was strangely warm. He looked at her face again, a rosy color was on her cheeks, but he did feel a heat coming out of the cylinder.
Wes took off his high school ring and placed it on Jen's finger. "Don't ever forget me, Jen." He paused. "I love you, forever." Wes placed her arm back in, looked at her once more and closed the cylinder, breaking into tears again.
"Good bye, Lieutenant. You will receive a message when the funeral is. Probably will be after Christmas." Logan said.
"Right." Wes sniffed. "I'll be waiting."
With that, the officers made their way into the time ship and lifted off.
Wes watched, like that time so many years ago, the ship went into the vortex and was gone.
No one said a word. "In honor of Lieutenant Jennifer Scotts. SALUTE!" Eric called. A few tears sparked in his eyes. "Order arms."
Wes got onto his motorcycle and left.
A few minutes later, he found himself sitting on the balcony in the clock tower, where he and Jen sat so many times.
"Wesley, son." Wes turned around to see his father standing there. "I'm so sorry, son. I know you loved her. She's still with us, son. I know she is."
"I know. I… just can't get over it." Wes shook his head. "I don't know if I can attend the Christmas party next week."
"Perfectly understandable." Collins said. "All though, I think Eric will miss you there." Collins smiled.
"Yea. I'll be home later, Dad." Wes said. Collins nodded and left.
Wes stared over the horizon, remembering that woman that stole his heart.
Jen…
December 24: Year 3002"I can't believe she's gone." Katie said. Her, Trip, Lucas and Alex all sat around the lunch table at Time Force. "I can't believe it."
"I know. I think Wes is taking it harder then ever." Trip said. "We're still going to the Christmas party, right?"
"I'm not really in the mood for a party." Lucas said. The rangers nodded their heads, agreeing with the Blue ranger.
"Here's to Jennifer. May she always be remembered." Alex raised his glass.
"To Jen." They said. A clang of glass, and they drank.
Just then, an announcement was made. "Lieutenants, please report to the infirmary, Lieutenants, please report to the infirmary, NOW!" an eager voice said.
"Let's go!" Trip said. They jumped up and ran.
Once there, Captain Logan was standing in the lobby.
"Captain, what is so impor---" Katie cut off as one of the doors to a room opened, and someone was standing behind it.
"Oh my god…" Katie trained off.
December 24: Year 2003: Silver Mountain Ski ResortIt was a cold Christmas Eve as the Silver Guardians all chattered happily around the lobby of the resort. It was an annual ski trip for the Guardians that came, usually a lot of the officers came.
But this year was more packed then ever.
"Everyone settle down, please." Mr. Collins said. Once the party room was quiet, he began his speech. "Well, this certainly has been an interesting year, hasn't it? Between the robberies, then the latest attack from a new mutant. This year, I'd like to dedicate this speech to a very important person in not only my life, but my son's as well." Collins looked at Wes.
"There was only one woman that had made an impact on Wes. And for that, I'd like to make a toast." Everyone raised his or her glass. "First off to Wes and Eric, for keeping this city safe. And second, to Lieutenant Jennifer Scotts. She gave her life twice to help our fair city. But died in the line of duty. To Lieutenant Scotts."
A clang of glasses was heard. Wes sighed heavily. "I'll be outside Dad." Collins nodded.
Wes stood outside and sipped his drink slowly. "Hey Wes." Eric walked out beside his best friend. "You doing okay?"
"I can't do this anymore. Let alone make my yearly speech." He said.
"You don't have to, Wes. They'll understand." Eric said.
"That's just it. Everyone expects a great speech from me." He raised his head. "And I'm going to give them one."
Eric smiled. "That a boy, Wes. Just don't get so mushy on us."
Wes cracked a smile, for the first time in days. "I'll try not to."
A few minutes later, Wes found himself at the podium, and all of his officers watching him and eager to hear what he has to say.
Wes drew in a breath. "This year definitely has been interesting. Between the calls at the retirement home, to the latest mutant that attacked, I've greatly enjoyed this year. Seeing old friends, and making some new. But…" Wes felt tears coming along. "This year has come with some disappointments as well."
OutsideThe wind howled as a figure walked towards the resort, a gold ring shining on their right hand.
Inside
"Someone once told me that we can't change our destiny, but I found this to be wrong. We each make our own destiny, and that was the case with each and every one of you. The Silver Guardians have come so far within the past three years. My prediction for the future is that the Guardians do go far." He paused. "I only with that Lieutenant Scotts was here."
The room was silent as Wes bowed his head. But Wes did notice his father disappeared, and to where he didn't know. After a rounding clap, Eric took his time with his speech. Afterward, Wes and Eric stood talking, when finally Mr. Collins came back.
"Wes, there's a client here to talk to you, they say it's urgent."
"Ok, then bring them in." Wes stated.
"They said to meet you out on the balcony." Collins said.
Wes was confused, but agreed.
Outside, a new snow began to fall as Wes walked out. "Hello?" he called. Wes walked towards the edge, but no one was there. "Very funny, Eric. Nice prank." He muttered.
"I don't see what's so funny about this." A female voice said.
Wes stood up straight. He thought he was hearing things at first. He turned around, his eyes wide.
The young female smiled. "You look like you've just seen a ghost, Wes."
"Jen…you're alive!" Wes ran up to her and picked her up. "But…how?" Wes asked, tears sparkled in his eyes.
"I don't know. But that's not important now. All that matters is that we're together." Jen said.
"How long are you here for?" he asked. Jen smiled.
"Until the day I die." She paused. "And trust me, it won't be anytime soon."
They laughed as Wes held her close. "That's good to know."
The snow began to fall heavier, the flakes bigger. Wes held Jen close, not wanting to let go. A few flakes fell on her nose and Wes brushed them away.
As they held each other, a shooting star ran across the sky. Jen saw it. "Make a wish, Wes."
"It all ready came true. You're here with me. Forever."
"I like the sound of that." Jen smiled. Wes leaned and kissed her, for what felt like eternity.
Wes finally broke it. "I love you so much, Jen."
"I love you too, Wes." Jen said.
"Umm, Jen, can I ask you something?" Wes said.
"Anything."
Wes slowly reached into his pocket and pulled out a small velvet box and slipped it onto her finger. "Will you marry me, Jennifer?"
She jumped into his arms. "Yes! Oh Wes."
"Good. As soon as this party's done, we're planning this. It'll be perfect." Wes said and kissed her deeply again.
Once they broke it, Jen lay her head on his shoulder. Wide smiles were on their faces as the music from inside grew. The snow began to fall faster, but it didn't bother them.
Jen and Wes finally got what they wanted. Each other, and both knew exactly how long they would always have that.
Always, and forever.
The End
NEXT: A re-write of 'Passions of Time' entitled "Untimely Passions"! I wasn't too happy with the whole thing after reading it and saw a lot of things were left unexplained and a few scenes could have been added, and some things removed. More action, drama, angst, and an added bonus…Wes's training period at the Academy!
Keep an eye our for it…I'm hoping to have the first chapter up after I post this one…