Mighty Morphin Power Rangers by Heather Ray (read full novel .TXT) 📖

gentleman in high school. In addition, his charming timidity hadn't changed much, as was quite evident by how often he stumbled over words.

He was just as adorable as he was the first day they met.

"So," Richie ventured, his gaze still examining the menu, "does anything look good to you?"

Trini blinked, her eyes instantly falling to the menu that she hadn't paid much attention to. "Uh... I've never been to The Beanery before. Do you have any recommendations?"

Richie grinned. "Actually, the s'mores are dynamite, and they've got literally a dozen different kinds of dessert coffees to choose from."

Trini nodded, biting her peach lip before looking back at the menu.

"So," Richie uttered again, lying his menu on the table and gazing at her timidly, "you're in town for the New World Conference?"

She nodded, smiling slightly at his insight. "How'd you know?"

"The Gazette's running a series on the various conferences held on Terra Venture," he answered, nervously loosening his tie, "In fact, I was assigned to cover the Angel Grove conference myself."

Trini's eyes widened. "So you were at the discussion this evening?"

"Part of it. We weren't allowed to actually sit in on the discussion, since we couldn't interview the officials or anything. We saw it televised in the Press Conference room. But there's also a press conference later in the week, after the decision has been made as to who will stay in Angel Grove to preside over the selection process for Terra Venture's population."

She kept her gaze locked with his. "So you know all about that," she realized.

He nodded, biting his lip as he turned away from her gaze. He made eye contact with the waiter, who then moved over to their table.

"Yes, I think we're ready to order," Richie said, "We'll have s'mores for two, please."

"And to drink?"

"Irish coffee," he responded, handing the waiter the menu.

"And I'll have a chai, please?" Trini requested.

"I'll be right back," the waiter said, as he departed.

Richie then turned back to Trini, who was still avidly awaiting him to reprise their conversation.

"Is there... uh..." Richie stuttered, toying with his napkin absently, "any way you could be selected to stay in Angel Grove?"

Trini couldn't resist a smile. "I'm a pretty good candidate, but that decision won't be made until the entire conference is over."

Richie nodded, pursing his lips. Trini leaned forward, planting her elbows on the table. "But, I do hope I'm selected. I'd love to come back to Angel Grove."

Richie perked up at that. "Really?"

"Really."

Richie's smile broadened. "That's terrific!" His face then became more serious, as he rested his clenched hands on the table. "Um... Trini... I think I should apologize, for not keeping in touch-"

Trini smiled gently, reaching across the table and bringing her hand to his in the most tender touch possible. "Richie, it's entirely my

fault we lost contact. Things just got so busy in Geneva, and before I knew it, a month had gone by! And then..." her voice died as she withdrew her hands from his, "I... I felt silly when I tried to call you."

Richie blinked, his brow furrowing slightly with curiosity. "Why?"

She felt the heat rising in her cheeks, but she tried to push passed the onslaught of her building nerves. "We... uh..."

She cringed slightly as her throat closed up.

Richie then smiled gently, and he nodded in understanding. "We never did

get together to study," he commented.

Trini giggled softly at his response. "Exactly."

He shrugged, leaning back in his seat as his eyes glanced toward the window beside them, filled with busy pedestrians on the sidewalk and dozens of cars moving along the busy street. "Why don't we do it this week?"

Trini blinked in confusion. "Do what?"

"Get together and study."

"...study what?" she asked, after a short interim.

He chuckled, a hint of nervousness in his voice. "I'll be honest with you... I didn't really want to study eight years ago. I wanted to invite you to rent a movie. For my English class, our assignment was to examine Lawrence Olivier's film 'Hamlet,' and I figured I'd invite you over." He lifted his gaze, his charming grin widening. "So, we could do that, if you're interested."

Trini repressed another laugh, for fear he would take her humor the wrong way. Instead, she grinned widely, nodding her head. "Sounds good," she decided, "We'll take it one step at a time."

Richie smiled excitedly, leaning forward and locking his gaze with hers. "Starting from right where we left off."

I still believe, someday you and me,
Will find ourselves in love again.
I had a dream... you and me
Will find ourselves
In love again...

Character Thesaurus

Power Rangers

When the threat of Earth being taken over by Rita Repulsa arose after she was freed from her dumpster prison on the Moon, a wise old sage named Zordon, who had established a Command Center in Angel Grove, recruited five teenagers to assume the power of the Morphing Grid to defend the planet as Power Rangers - Jason, Zack, Kimberly, Billy, and Trini. When the battle escalated, they would call on their individual assault vehicles named Zords and destroy the monsters who threatened peace in Angel Grove, all while trying to live normal lives as high school students.

The Rangers have gone through many roster, Zord, and power changes. Rita gave the Dragon Coin to a new student at Angel Grove High- Tommy, who fought against the Rangers as the evil Green Ranger, and later joined the team once the spell over him was broken. Tommy eventually lost his powers as the Green Ranger and gained new powers as the White Ranger.

To defeat Lord Zedd, who arrived to take over Rita's task, the Rangers needed to upgrade their Dinozords into Thunderzords, and later bring back Tommy as the White Ranger. Shortly after, Jason, Zack and Trini left for Switzerland to attend a peace conference, and left their powers to three allies of the Rangers- Rocky, Adam and Aisha, who became the new Red, Yellow, and Black Rangers.

When the team lost their powers after an attack by Rita's brother Rito, the Rangers took a trip to the Temple of Power, where Ninjor gave them new powers and Ninja Zords, which were later joined by the Shogun Zords.

Kimberly's departure to train for the Pan Global Games paved the way for Katherine, who took her place as the Pink Ranger. The Rangers' Power Coins were stolen by Goldar, and destroyed by Rita and Zedd, putting an end to the Power Rangers as we knew them, and setting forth the events that would transform them into Zeo Rangers.

Jason - Red Ranger

Full Name:

Jason Lee Scott
Ranger Designation:

Red Power Ranger
Weapons:

Power Sword, Blade Blaster, Dragon Dagger (post Green Ranger)

Gear:

Wrist Communicator, Power Morpher with Power Coin, Dragon Shield (post Green Ranger)

Zords:

Tyrannosaurus Dinozord, Dragonzord (post Green Ranger)

, Red Dragon Thunderzord

Strong and fearless, Jason is the former Red Ranger and original leader of the Power Rangers. To Jason went the Tyrannosaurus Power Coin, giving him the power of the Tyrannosaurus, and control of the Tyrannosaurus Dinozord. Red Ranger's power weapon is the Power Sword, a powerful weapon with a razor sharp edge. His weapon combined with the others to form the Power Blaster. As Red Ranger, Jason gained enhanced strength, speed, and durability. His tactical knowledge and fighting skill make him the ultimate Ranger. Jason closely follows the rules of Martial Arts, and promotes discipline and making friends out of enemies. It is this attitude that got him chosen to represent Angel Grove at the World Teen Summit, a peace conference in Switzerland he attended, leaving the Rangers.

He returned to Angel Grove years later to take on the powers of an injured alien, becoming the Gold Ranger. After the alien reclaimed his powers, Jason was powerless once again, but was able to return years later as the Red Ranger for a special mission in which 10 Red Rangers joined forces to stop the Machine Empire from destroying Earth with Serpentera.

After Tommy lost his powers as the Green Ranger, he passed on the Dragon Shield to Jason, who wore it on certain occasions. He also received Tommy's Dragon Dagger, which he would use to summon Dragonzord.

Zack - Black Ranger

Full Name:

Zack Taylor
Ranger Designation:

Black Power Ranger
Weapons:

Power Axe, Blade Blaster
Gear:

Wrist Communicator, Power Morpher with Power Coin
Zords:

Mastodon Dinozord, Lion Thunderzord

Quick witted and clever, Zack relies on speed and cunning to win his battles. The former Black Ranger was the jokester of team, loving dancing, magic, and girls, especially Angela. He cares for his friends and always tried to cheer them up when they're feeling down. A good friend with a good heart, Zack always loved a good joke, and loved it when Bulk and Skull embarrassed themselves in public. Zack is currently promoting world peace at a peace conference in Switzerland. To Zack went the Mastodon Power Coin, giving him the power of the Mastodon, and control of the Mastodon Dinozord. Black Ranger's power weapon is the Power Axe, which doubles as a powerful cannon. His weapon combined with the others to form the Power Blaster. As Black Ranger, Zack gained enhanced strength, speed, and durability.

Trini - Yellow Ranger

Full Name:

Trini Kwan
Ranger Designation:

Yellow Power Ranger
Weapons:

Power Daggers, Blade Blaster
Gear:

Wrist Communicator, Power Morpher with Power Coin
Zords:

Sabertooth Tiger Dinozord, Griffin Thunderzord

Trini is a quiet, spiritual, and honourable person. She believes in a fair fight, and has practiced the Mantis style of Kung Fu. Although quiet and reserved, Trini is very strong willed and courageous. The former Yellow Ranger now fights for peace in a different way - at a peace conference in