Fluffy Sheep and Marshmallow Pillows

Synopsis: A fluff fic in tribute to the Zeo monster Omnibot, in celebration of the 21st anniversary of the airing of the thirty-first episode, "Rock-a-Bye Power Rangers".

Chapter 1--Our Own Little Songstress

Everyone knew that Somni Boy's birthday was right around the corner.  She was so concerned about everyone else, especially people who had been displaced thanks to hurricanes and earthquakes elsewhere that she had put forward a benefit concert for those affected.   She hoped that she and the ‘bots could start constructing new houses for anyone who had lost everything.    Those who had suffered so much deserved a little rainbow after a terrible storm, she thought.   

‘Somni has been so altruistic, she has failed to even think about herself.   I think this year she might have forgotten her own birthday.’, Beta 1 laughed.   Pasithea and Morpheus already had a grand idea for a party.

‘We’ll surprise her.  She’s going to love it !’, Pasitea said.

‘So, what’s the theme ?’, SICO inquired.

‘Fluffy Sheep and Marshmallow Pillows.’, Morpheus beamed.  

‘And sleep themed items, I’d wager.’, Jason said, overhearing them.

‘Yep !  Right on the nose as usual.   Do you wanna help us ?’, Beta questioned.  

‘Sure we do.   Our little songstress really deserves a memorable birthday.  One that’s bigger and better than the last.’, Tommy added.   

‘Whoo, boy.  This is gonna be challenging.’, Sanbot stated, honestly.

‘Don’t worry.  We’re working together, Sanbot.  We can figure it out.’, Pepper reassured her.   With all of them putting their heads together, this was going to be a bash to surpass all other bashes.   Somni was about to have her non-existent socks knocked off.  

Chapter 2--Birthday Bash Surprise

Somni took 5 for a moment to gather necessary refreshment.   She noticed that a fountain containing her favorite fruit punch mixed with a hint of Sierra Mist that really hit her taste buds perfectly.   Emitting a satisfied sigh, Somni started to head back to the stage, but her friends sidelined her gently.

‘You must be tired from all that singing.’, Aisha said, leading her friend to a large meadow.   She was starting to see all sorts of sleep themed items and couldn’t help but smile in anticipation.   She knew what was going on but feigned like she was oblivious if only for a millisecond.

‘I wonder where I am going.’, she thought to herself while Aisha led her into a vaster area of Angel Grove park.   

It was a peaceful day and the sun was brightly shining against a clear, blue sky.   The weather wasn’t horribly hot.   It was all in all, a perfect day, Somnibot mused.   

All of a sudden, she was met by her best friends all yelling ‘Surprise !’ and singing happy birthday to her.    She had been so occupied with the benefit that she had almost forgotten her own birthday.   Another band had substituted singing for her during the remainder of the concert.   The event itself had already raked in quite a bit of funds for those in dire straights.   That money was about to save some lives and return some people back to a semblance of normalcy.

‘Many happy returns of the day.  It’s already auspicious !   You’ve done so well with the fundraiser.  Good on you !’, Kim said, clapping her friend’s back with her hand in a amicable way.    Somni smiled.   She never thought she would be in this situation.   It was certainly turning out to be a red letter day and a birthday to remember.   

Chapter 4--A Trip Down Memory Lane

Bulk and Skull had put together a montage of footage that Alpha and the gang had put together.   Everyone had a hand in editing their own part of the music video honoring just how integral Somni had been to the team.   It even explained her Dream Sceptre ability in a very clever and gorgeous animation.  

‘Who animated that ?’, Somni questioned.   Morpheus and Pasitea shyly pointed at themselves.   They had been upgraded with animation capabilities so this was an easy feat for them.  

‘It’s lovely !   You really did a bang up job !’, she praised them.   The two of them blushed at their mother’s compliments.   Beta kissed her cheek and took her hand.  

‘It wouldn’t be a party without cake, ice cream, a pinata shaped like a sheep and of course, presents !’, he said, with gusto.  

Somni was like a proverbial kid in a candy store with all the presents she was unwrapping.   She even got a new plush sheep to sleep with at night.  

‘You guys are so thoughtful.’, she mentioned, getting slightly verklempt.   

‘Some people are even considering putting you in a video game too, Mom !’, Morpheus stated.  ‘It’s certainly a daring world we live in, full of possibilities.’, Somnibot mused aloud with a smile.    Unexpectedly, Billy had been one of the beta testers for the game and brought out a controller at the end of the presentation.

‘Go on, try it.   You’re the first to see if there are any glitches left.’, he said.    Somnibot’s smile seemed to be permanently etched into her face as she won the game in the hardest mode possible.

‘Woah, mad skills.’, Adam complimented.   It only made sense though, even playing as her avatar why she would find it so simple.   Billy took this initial information and passed it along to the gaming company via email with the updated file.   The game itself was sure to be a humongous hit.   For now, though, everyone was starting to feel their eyelids become heavy with sleep.    

Chapter 5--Into Dreamland

Bulk and Skull were curious as to what everyone was talking about when Somni’s ability was mentioned.   

‘You’ll enter the land of dreams with us.  You two have had shared dreams before, right ?’, Somni queried.   Bulk and skull looked at each other in surprise.  

‘Of course, we’re best of friends.  Happens all the time.  Mostly dreams about food, as if you didn’t guess.’, Bulk opened up.   

‘I’m going to be singing for all of us tonight.  It’ll send us all into delta sleep.  We’ll be well-rested.   Tomorrow will be a day at the amusement park.’, Somni stated with a rather sparkly grin.    None of the Rangers nor the ‘bots had seen Somni this peppy or euphoric in a long time.   It was definitely well deserved.  

Fortunately, everyone had prepared to snuggle under their covers while Somnibot began to hum a familiar tune.   Everyone’s eyes fluttered until they fell asleep.   In a flash, everyone found themselves in the ideal location, feeling as if all was right with the world.    

The shared dream experience never disappointed.  Kim found herself satisfied with new outfits.   Aisha found new ideas to help animals in trouble around her neighborhood.  Adam, Tommy and Jason sparred in their dojo.   Billy found himself having new ideas for marketable video games.   The ‘bots were overwhelmed with so many different stores, restaurants and kiosks.   

‘Hey, look !  A photo booth !  Almost like Pee Wee’s !’, Conky remarked, quaintly.  

‘Let’s get our photo taken, sugar gears.’, SICO suggested, taking his hand and walking inside.   

The ephemeral nature of the dreamscape began to flicker and flutter as sunlight filtered in.   Like a mirage, everything dissolved in the morning dew.   Little by little, everyone began to awaken.   Instead of the ‘bots making breakfast, the proprietor of the entire festival, Kim herself, surprised them all by waking them up to a meal fit for royalty.   Their time energized by such delightful, mouth watering food would make going to the amusement park that much better once they were well sated.   

Epilogue

Beta won Somni a huge plush ram to go with her sheep.  

‘Now little lambie will have a comrade.’, Beta said, kissing her and making her blush.  

‘Eww, mom, dad !   Gross !’, Morpheus exclaimed, making a face of disgust. Pasithea giggled, actually savoring the lovey-dovey antics between them.   She was that age where she hoped she’d come to know a love like that someday come into her life.  She was just a pre-adolescent now, none of that truly mattered.  

‘I’ll show you real skill !’, she said, knocking over milk bottles and scoring herself a very adorable purple alien plush.   She brashly flashed the peace sign, celebrating her victory.   

‘Come on, let’s ride the Rattler one last time before we go home !’, Morpheus begged.    It was getting slightly late.   The sun was starting to set.   It seemed that the lot of them had spent nearly no time together and the day was already gone !  

Soon, the sun set and the sky darkened to night again, revealing twinkling stars. The moon peaked out against a cloudless sky in a perfect silver crescent.  Finishing up a triple decker mint chocolate chip ice cream, Somnibot rested her head against Beta’s shoulder.    Pasithea and Morpheus looked on and couldn’t help but smile.  Their parents were the coolest ones ever and seeing them still very much in love elicited some pleasant sighs from their lips.   

Everyone went their separate ways and said their farewells.   Somni held her plush ram close and put it on her nightstand next to the ewe that had been given to her the day before.   Before she plugged in to her recuperation chamber, Beta kissed her.  

‘Goodnight, my little birthday songstress.’, he said, affectionately, whilst plugging in and drifting off to dream world again.   Somni smiled looking at her husband, then at the photograph of herself with the kids on an overseas trip in Japan.   At long last, she took a last look at her sheep and told them goodnight.  Indeed, it had been a tremendous day and marked the beginning of more terrific days to come.   

The End