The Terran Ranger Saga Volume 2 by Heather Ray (jenna bush book club .TXT) 📖

of Angel Grove, and the surrounding towns!"

"Billy," said Tommy into the communicator, "can the Megazord take that kind of heat?"

^No, but the Hyperflame Shield can absorb the majority of it,^

answered Billy. ^The Megazord has all the elemental attacks of the individual Terra Zords, but at a much grander scale. The Megazord can absorb ten times as much heat as the Phoenix can, so long as the Hyperflame is on.^

"Okay! Activating Hyperflame Shield!"

The Hyperflame Shield was in place just as Hyperion threw his massive fireball at the zord. The shield managed to absorb the brunt of the energy, but it was too much raw energy to absorb it all.

"Guys!" yelled Zack. "That blast was too much energy for the shield to absorb! The Hyperflame's shorted out! We can't take another hit like that!"

"And Hyperion can't deliver another hit like that," said Katherine. "According to these readouts, that Supernova attack took up much of Hyperion's stored energy!"

"Okay, we need the Terra Megasword!" ordered Tommy.

"Coming up," said Adam, typing in the sequence to create a massive golden katana blade in the right hand of the Megazord. "Which element shall I program it to use?"

"Ice," suggested Katherine, "and I'll try to convert the heat energy absorbed by the Hyperflame into cold energy."

"In the meantime," said Kimberly, "I'll keep Hyperion busy. Firing Mega Thunderbolt!"

From the yellow arm of the Megazord, a mass of electricity was channeled into the hand. Then, one massive bolt of lightning shot from the open palm of the Megazord, striking Hyperion directly in the chest. Hyperion was thrown back harshly, landing on the scorched earth below.

"Iceblade's ready," said Adam.

"Then let's finish this!" said Tommy.

The Megazord raised its right arm into the sky, and the silver blade began to glow with a light blue energy. It then sent the sword down in a powerful slash, slicing through Hyperion's shoulder and cutting diagonally through his body, coming out his side. The monster then shattered into a billion small pieces, leaving the Megazord standing upon the destroyed remains of the track field.

"Amazing," said Kimberly quietly. "Without his stored energy, Hyperion was just an empty shell."

"Yeah," said Jason, "and now, he's a broken shell."

Chapter Thirteen

That following evening, hundreds of high school students from around Crystal County enjoyed the elegant Crystal Ball in the Marriot's ballroom in Angel Grove. The students danced to a live band, enjoyed food and drinks at the large refreshment table, and sat and conversed at the tables along the walls. Katherine Hillard wandered around the ballroom aimlessly, fiddling with the cuff of her long sleeved, black gown with pink embroidered flowers. She searched for a familiar face among the countless students, and finally finds Jason Lee standing at the refreshment table, pouring glasses of punch.

"Hey, Jason," said Kat, examining Jason's black tuxedo. "You look great."

"You look fantastic, Kat," said Jason with a smile. "What's up?"

"Well, I was looking for the guys. Where is everyone?"

"Adam and Zack were helping me out, but they're dancing now."

"Really?" asked Kat with surprise, "Adam actually built enough courage to ask a girl to dance? Who?"

"Actually, Tanya walked right up to him and asked him to dance! He seemed a little embarrassed, but he accepted."

Kat turned around and searched the dance floor for Adam and Tanya. She found them swaying gracefully to the music, both grinning widely. Kat smiled when she noticed how well they matched -- Tanya's flowing, floor-length sleeveless black gown with forest green collar and hem were a perfect match with Adam's black tuxedo and forest green vest and bow tie.

"They make a cute couple," said Katherine quietly. "Have you seen Billy?"

"Uh, he arrived with Laura about ten minutes ago. I haven't seen them since."

Just then, Rocky strolled over to the refreshment table and smiled at his friends.

"Hey you two," he said. "Having fun?"

"I just got here," said Katherine. "Who're you here with?"

"Jennifer," he answered, gesturing towards a tall brunette in a scarlet gown. "She wanted some punch."

"Coming right up," said Jason, pouring a glass of pink punch into a plastic cup. "You want one too?"

"Sure," said Rocky. He then leaned over, coming closer to Kat and Jason. "So," he whispered, "how'd the fight go?"

"Hyperion destroyed the track field," whispered Jason while pouring, "but the damage is reparable. In about two weeks, the track will be good as new, and the bleachers will be renovated as well."

"Good," said Rocky, taking the two glasses, "I'll see ya later!"

Jason and Kat waved as Rocky made his way to his girlfriend. Then, Katherine glanced at the large wall clock above the stage.

"Wow," she said, "its nearly midnight. It's time for the team to receive the trophy, right?"

"Right. I think Kim was voted to present the trophy, since she was in charge of organizing this ball."

As the clock struck twelve, the music slowly faded out, and the room fell silent as a young woman in an flattering, body hugging pale yellow gown stepped out from behind the parted navy blue curtains. As she approached the microphone, the crowd began to applaud. Kim smiled and waved at everyone.

"Hello, everyone. I'm hoping you're having fun at the 1996 Crystal Ball. We've really put a lot of work into this occasion."

Her statement was followed by thunderous applause. Kim giggled at the unanimous response.

"Well, I see all our efforts have been worthwhile. Well, as I'm sure you've noticed, its midnight! I'm sure you all saw the track meet, either live or on television, and so you know that it was a close competition all the way through. The Crystal County Track Meet has been this area's most honored tradition for twenty-five years, and on this anniversary, I'm proud to say that Angel Grove has the honor of being the Crystal County champions for its seventh time in a quarter of a decade!"

The room was once again filled with applause, most of which was from Angel Grove High students.

"And now, I'd like to invite the team captain of Angel Grove High to accept the trophy. Let's hear it for Zack Taylor!"

The crowd roared as Zack Taylor skipped up the stairs joyfully, the pale light shining off his white tuxedo. He did a little victory dance, and bowed at the audience. The spotlight fell on the tall, silver trophy standing on a platform in the center of the stage. Kim kissed Zack on the cheek and handed him the trophy. Zack lifted the trophy high in the air proudly. He then carried the trophy down from the stage and put it on the podium in the center of the dance floor, which was now empty. Once the crowd had calmed down, Kimberly cleared her throat on the microphone.

"Okay, everyone, its time for the victory dance! Will the athletes of Angel Grove's Track Team and their dates please take the dance floor? Tonight's final dance will be 'Reach'

by Gloria Estefan, which symbolizes all the work and determination placed into a sport, and the joy awarded to the ones who achieve victory."

Once the music started, the handful of couples swayed to the music. Kimberly descended the stairs and met with her date, Tommy. Also on the stage were Zack and Angela, and Adam and Tanya. On the side of the dance floor, Jason, Katherine, Rocky, Jennifer, Billy and Laura watch their friends on the dance floor.

"A perfect end to a not-so-perfect event," said Billy.

"Yes," agreed Laura, "if the Power Rangers hadn't shown up at the track meet, hundreds of people could've been killed."

"Well, the Power Rangers have a habit of always being where they're needed," said Rocky. "No matter what the crisis, or when it happens, we can all count on the Power Rangers to fight for us."

To Be Continued In...

The Terran Ranger Saga Volume 3:

Flash Forward

Excerpt from The Terran Ranger Saga Volume 3: Flash Forward

There was a grand commotion at City Hall this afternoon. After months of planning and weeks of preparation, the greatest parade in Angel Grove's history was slowly but proudly processing down Main Street, where the main float was to stop at the steps to City Hall itself. Just about every citizen of Angel Grove, as well as the other cities in Crystal County, had lined up along the parade route to catch a glimpse of six of the most intriguing, heroic, and mysterious beings ever to walk the planet -- the Terran Power Rangers.

Spectators could see dozens of school bands, all marching in unison and playing a song dedicated to the Power Rangers, as well as the heads of the police and fire departments, some of those whose lives were saved by the rangers, and even people dressed up rangers. The floats included huge likenesses of each ranger, the seven Mighty Morphin Power Rangers as well as the six Terran Rangers, as well as images of the animals from which their zords were designed, and even their weapons. The largest float was a massive platform, shaped like a star, with an American flag on the front, a huge banner reading "THE TERRAN RANGERS!!"

, and finally, all six of the present heroes, all in full costume and waving as the crowds cheered excitedly.

"I cannot believe

we're actually doing this!" said Katherine. "My arm feels like its about to fall off!"

"Well, get used to it, Kat," said Jason. "After all, this is only the third 'Power Ranger Day.'

Now that I think of it, this is by far the most extravagant celebration they've had so far. The original 'Power Ranger Day'

was really just a carnival, but this parade is amazing."

"Yeah," said Adam, "and flattering. I don't think I'm too comfortable with all these people looking at us and cheering. I mean, we usually just fight the bad guys and split."

"C'mon, man!" said Zack. "Live a little! Look, the people of Angel Grove just wanna thank us