Wow, chapter 3 already, we're on a roll :) This one has been written by me again and I can't wait to find out what Kate's reply will be. Now, enjoy reading.


Kate's letter arrived just in time. I had spent the morning packing everything I needed for the vacation I was planning with Balthazar. I had been hoping she'd answer quickly so I'd know how my best friend was doing before I was gone for a few days.

A vacation. I still could hardly believe we were really going somewhere just for fun and relaxation. I can't even remember my last vacation. It was probably when I was still a child. Before the supernatural changed my life.

At first hunting was exciting. Each new case was a rush. I didn't know what to expect and whether I would win the fight and emerge unharmed. Well, I didn't always get away unharmed, I have the scars to prove it, but I survived and the monsters usually didn't. All was good for a few years.

Then I met the Winchesters and it added a whole new dimension to the hunting business. Scarier monsters and the world was about to end more than once. I was ready to just give up several times when it all seemed like too much, too big for just a few mere humans. But I had Kate to make sure I didn't do anything stupid and later Balthazar.

I think I can never be with a 'normal' person. I need to know that the people I care about know what goes bump in the night and are able to defend themselves against it. And since those people are rare it is important to keep in touch with them. Which is why I should read Kate's letter and answer her before I leave.

Dear Kate,

I'm glad you enjoyed my letter. Somehow it feels more personal than a phone call.

Thank you for the picture of Crowley. He looks so cute when he's sleeping. Though next time, will you send me a picture of you as well? Or one of the both of you? I really miss you.

I'm glad you and Crowley are going on a vacation as well. Disney World, wow. I'm sure you'll love it there. I was there once as a teenager with my dad and we had a lot of fun. That was a different time back then. My family was still talking to me and didn't try to have me committed every time I saw them.

Sorry about that depressing part, I didn't mean to go there. Anyway, a race between Balthy and Crowley would be awesome. We must plan it so they won't know what we're up to. It'll be difficult. Definitely something to plan on girl's night, which we should have when we get back from our vacations. How about we meet in Cicero, Indiana for old times sake? We could stay in that little motel where we met for the first time, what do you think? I can't wait to see you again.

I promise to send you many pictures and postcards from my travels. I have no idea where we're going actually, Balthy is making a big secret out of it. He has some grand plans and I'm sure they'll be amazing and extravagant. I am so curious but I cannot make him give me the smallest hint.

It made packing a bit difficult. I am now prepared for everything from a nice stay on the beach in the Caribbean to a hiking trip in the Himalaya. I really hope it's not the latter, although with Balthy anything is possible. Sometimes I wonder what I have gotten myself into but I do love him and no matter how crazy he appears to be sometimes, he really is a very thoughtful and caring guy.

Oh, I think he's calling me. I should finish this letter now and get ready to be surprised and swept off my feet. I'll be sure to tell you all about it and take pictures of everything. Well, almost everything.

I hope to see you soon. I miss my best friend.

Love,

Allie