Supernatural Season 1 AU: Prologue
Bobby's Salvage Yard, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, September 30th, 1985
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Bobby sluggishly turned his head to look at the clock on his nightstand while bringing a hand over his tired eyes, rubbing the crust from them. 1:00am, Damm…I just got to fucking sleep…
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"I swear I'm gonna kill the idgit, who they hell comes knocking at 1:00am." Bobby grumbled as he got up and slowly made his way down stairs.
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Starting to feel uneasy, Bobby grabbed the rock salt gun he kept by his door, pointing it straight ahead as he slowly opened his door.
To his surprise a woman with dark brown hair, tied messily into a bun, dressed in pajamas was staring at him with panicked bright blue eyes.
"Aria?"
"Bobby…Bobby please…you have help me…" Aria said panicked while looking over her shoulder every couple seconds.
"Woa darling…slow down…come inside and we can talk…" Bobby put his gun back down, while opening the screen door to let her in. Aria nodded, keeping her gaze downcast. As she walked past, Bobby caught sight of the buddle of blankets held in her arms. Choosing not to say anything at the moment, Bobby quietly led her towards his living room, allowing her to sit in his armchair while he sat in the chair by his desk. Bobby watched her with curious and worried eyes as she clutched the blankets closer to her chest, while making cooing sounds. Then it all clicked into place. "I didn't realize you were pregnant, how old is the baby?" Bobby asked calmly as she looked up at him with sad Hazel eyes.
"I…I…actually just had her earlier today…."
"What?! Good god girl, why aren't you still at the hospital?"
Aria shook her head, tear coming to her eyes. "I couldn't stay their…I had to get my daughter to safety."
Bobby leaned forward in his chair, clasping his hands together. "Aye, you said that earlier. What are you running from dear?" Bobby asked gently, glancing between her and the baby.
"I…I…Bobby…you know how I always wanted a family, but…I found out at a young age that I couldn't….that I couldn't…" Aria broke down crying, curling into herself, still holding the baby.
"It's okay sweetheart…I know…"
Aria sniffled, wiping her nose with her pajamas shirt. "I…I…met a man…and he said he could cure my problem….for a price…"
"Balls….Aria you didn't…."
"But I did Bobby…I was desperate…I wanted a family so bad…and he helped me to create that…"
"Do you know who you made the deal with?" Bobby asked curiously, glancing her up and down.
"I'm not stupid Bobby!" Aria gave Bobby a hard gaze. "Ever since you saved me from those demons all those years ago, I did my research…I know a demon when I see one…I just wasn't thinking clearly and he told me I wouldn't have to worry until my child was born."
"So…I'm assuming he talked to you today…" Aria nodded her head, tears still pouring down her face. Bobby could feel a knot growing in his stomach. "He wants the baby doesn't he?" Aria nodded her head, not bothering to hold back the tears. "I'm…I'm sorry my dear...I wish I could help…"
Aria's head snapped up, her hazel eyes pleading. "But you can! The demon doesn't know about you, and your house is warded right?"
Bobby shook his head, knowing what she was asking. "Aria…you staying here…it would only be a Band-Aid solution. Once you make a deal…there's no getting out of it…unless you can kill the demon who made the deal."
"No…you can't kill him…I…I tried at the hospital…I was ready for him...I thought I could out smart him…but…nothing worked…he said nothing I had could harm him…that he was too powerful…"
"Balls…" Bobby shook his head and let out a tired sigh. "Then you'd be on the run for the rest of you life…"
"No! No Bobby…" Aria shook her head vigorously. "I…I don't want that life…not for her…"
"Then what do expect me to do?"
Aria's gaze turned hopeful as she pulled the blankets back to reveal the baby. Bobby's eyes softened as he looked at her. She had her mother's light-brown hair, and as the baby opened her eyes, Bobby noticed she had the same Hazel eyes as well. The colors were swirling, changing from a green-grey color to a blue-green. The baby began to let out a cry and instantly Aria cuddled her close, whispering soothing words that soon had the baby falling back asleep.
"Bobby…I know this is a lot to ask…" Aria looked at him hopefully. "I know the demon will not stop searching till he has her. But…he doesn't know about my connection with you…at least I hope not…anyways…you're the only one I trust…who I know will protect her. I…he said…he'd come for her in 6 months…why 6…I don't know…but…I'd use that time to lead him away from her."
"Aria…what are you asking?" Bobby asked, furrowing his brow while a sinking feeling was growing in his stomach.
"I'm asking Bobby…I'm begging…will you please look after Robyn for me…protect her…."
"Woaa…" Bobby stood up, shaking his head while pacing around the room. "Are you nuts girl! I can't look after a baby! My lifestyle alone would put the child in danger. Not to mention I don't even want to look after a damn baby."
"Please Bobby…you're her only hope…besides…couldn't you…put hunting on hold until she's old enough…"
"No! I will not bring a child into this life! It's not right! She deserves a proper childhood."
"And you think she'll get one with me! Or in an Orphanage!" Aria gave him a hard stare. "Bobby, I don't know what the demon wants with her but he'll never stop looking for her! The best chance she has is if I lead the demon away and you use your knowledge to try and hide her as best you can. Then when she's old enough, let her make the decision if she wants to be apart of this life." Aria glanced down back at Robyn, her voice becoming quiet and Bobby began to feel his heart soften. "Please Bobby…I don't know what else to do." Aria looked up at him with pleading eyes.
Bobby stopped pacing and came to stand next to Aria. She held Robyn up to him, and he hesitantly took her into his arms. Robyn squirmed a little in his arms, snuggling into the blankets wrapped around her. Bobby began rocking her in his arms, and suddenly he thought back to his time with Karen; before she was possessed, before he became a hunter. We always wanted to start a family….Bobby felt a warmth flow through him at the thought and smiled down at Robyn as she opened her Hazel eyes, and looked at him with wonder and curiosity. She reached up with her tiny hand, grabbing his beard, tugging on it. "Oww…hey, hey, hey…" Bobby said gently, slowly pulling her hand away from his face and tucking it under the blanket.
"I think she likes you." Aria whispered, smiling up at Bobby, who was still smiling at the little girl in his arms.
"Ah hell…" Bobby sighed, looking down at Aria. "I know I'm going to regret this…"
"Thanks Bobby!" Aria jumped up and gently hugged him. "But you won't regret this…she'll grow on you…she's already started to." Aria gave him a sad smile before gently kissing Robyn on the head. "I should go…the longer I stay here, the more I fear the demon will find me…" Aria quickly made her way to the door, Bobby following her, Robyn still in his arms.
"Aria…" Bobby called after her quietly, gazing at her with sad eyes. "You know you might not ever see her again…was it worth it?"
Aria's tear filled eyes glanced between Bobby and her daughter, a sigh escaping her lips. "I know…and it pains me more than I can say to know I'm finally able to have a family only to be forced away from it because of a stupid mistake…and yet I wouldn't change anything…" Aria gave Bobby a watery smile. "I know I'll see her again one day Bobby…once I figure out how to get rid of the Demon…"
Bobby nodded his head with a sad smile while giving her a questioning look. "And what of the father? Surely he'll wonder where you and his daughter are?"
Aria hesitated, glancing at Robyn. "There was no father…just a donor…besides…" Aria smiled up at Bobby with tear filled eyes. "She'll have a pretty good one looking out for her. After all…family doesn't end with blood."
Blushing, Bobby gave her a sad smile. "No it doesn't…you take care of your self Aria…"
"I will Bobby and thanks…thanks for everything…" With tears streaming down her face, Aria walked out of his house and into the night. Bobby watched her with a heavy heart, gently rocking Robyn. Once Aria was out of sight, Bobby headed back into the living room, sitting in the armchair with Robyn. The baby was fast asleep, curled up in the blankets.
Bobby let out a tired sigh. "How in the hell do I raise a baby, for crying out loud." Bobby glanced down at her with soft eyes, holding her closer to him. "Well darling…I don't know how…but I promise I'll protect you…Robyn Karen Singer."
And that concludes the intro to my story. I hope you enjoyed it! Please don't forget to review! It helps to motivate me.