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Chapter 4
"Hey, Kavi!" a chubbier, freckled-faced boy shouted. His head poked over Bobby Singer's gate, a group of boys surrounded the child. Kavi's head shot up as he pulled on his baseball cap. He was outside with Seth, Alec, and Ben as they played catch. Brin and Emma were no where to be seen, since the two girls had disappeared since this morning. Brin had taken a liking to Emma, enjoying the presence of another girl at Bobby's house. Emma had wanted to stick with Brin, considering she was an older girl and had braided her hair and played games with her.
"Hey, Mitts,"Kavi greeted, waving a hand. Seth copied, scuffing the dirt of Bobby's junkyard.
"Do you wanna play some ball?"Mitts asked, jumping from the iron gate and leaning against it. It was Sunday, school would start tomorrow, and Kavi and his friends tended to play baseball down at the sandlot for a few hours.
"Sure,"he yelled back. "But, my family is here!" He glanced over at Alec and Ben. "I haven't seen them in a while!"
"They can come too," Mitts answered.
"Yeah,"Beaver agreed, smiling widely. He leaned against the gate, pulling on the back of his cap. "If they come, we can split up into two teams and play an actual game."
"Do they know baseball?"a lanky, blond boy asked. He blew a bubble from the wad of bubblegum in his mouth and popped it.
"Do ya know ball? Dougie wants to know," Kavi asked.
"Sure, we do,"Alec answered, proudly. "We play all the time." Ben rolled his eyes, shaking his head.
"We play sometimes,"Ben counteracted, truthfully. His life was revolved around hunting and homeschool. They never really had time to play baseball often. "Besides what we watched on tv."
"We're fast learners though,"Alec responded. He punched Kavi's shoulder and the boy rubbed the sore spot. "You know that Kavi." Kavi smirked.
"Yeah,"Kavi shouted back. "They know a bit!" There was a loud whoop of excitement from across the fence.
"Seth, you comin'?"Levy asked.
"Sure,"Seth responded with a grin. "Why not." Bobby didn't need help with the junkyard today. Sam and Dean were here helping Bobby do simple maintenance, so there was absolutely no point of him being here today.
"Awesome,"Mitts rejoiced. "I was startin' ta think ya didn't like us." Seth chuckled as the four boys approached the gaggle of baseball players.
"Nah,"Seth responded. "Bobby just needs help sometimes." Kavi elbowed Alec and Ben.
"This is Alec and Ben,"Kavi introduced. The twins waved, grinning widely at the large group. "They travel a lot with their Dad and Uncle."
"We visit once in a while,"Ben stated.
"Do ya go to school,"Beaver asked, pushing his glasses up his nose.
"Nah,"Alec responded. "We don't have ta." Ben rolled his eyes at the boys impressed faces.
"We're homeschooled,"Ben clarified. "We don't stay in one place for very long that's why."
"So, ya see the world,"Doug clarified, smacking his gum. The twins nodded their heads.
"That's pretty rad,"Mitts agreed,crossing his arms. Mitts grinned widened. "I like you two. Do you wanna come play ball?"
"Sure do!" Alec exclaimed, immediately opening the gate to follow the group of boys.
"Wait,"Ben stated, grabbing his brother's collar and pulling him back. Alec swatted at him, pouting. "I'm gonna let Dad know where we're at." Alec sighed heavily, mouth hanging open in distraught.
Ben bolted, jumping over some scrap metal. He sniffed the air, searching for his father's scent. He immediately knew his Dad was in the garage.
Emma sat on an old metal door, watching Dean who was under the impala. Brin had left a while ago to meet up with a friend she had made at school. "Hey, Dad,"Ben called. Dean's head popped out from under the car, hitting his head.
"Uggh,"Dean groaned, rubbing his head as he slid out.
"Sorry, Dad,"Ben stated, sheepishly. He bit the inside of his cheek, giving a nervous smirk.
"What's up, Benny,"Dean asked. Emma's head popped up, curiously, her gaze landing on her older brother.
"Some guys invited us to play ball at the sandlot,"Ben explained, bouncing from one foot to the other. "Can we go, please?" He clasped his hands, smiling encouragingly. Dean chuckled, wiping the oil from his hands onto his pants.
"The sandlot, huh,"Dean stated. Ben nodded. "Haven't been there in ages." Sam walked into the garage, carrying a box of parts. "Sammy, you remember the 'lot?"
"Yeah," Sam responded, spotting the antsy hop in Ben's stance. "Fun place. We used to play ball there all the time."
"It's where you got that black eye too,"Dean snickered. "'cause you tossed the ball in the air and failed to catch it." Sam huffed, dropping the box onto the work bench.
"That's not true, Dean,"Sam replied. "You threw it at me." Dean rolled his eyes, shifting through the box.
"It is true, Sammy,"Dean argued. "You just don't remember things correctly."
"Dad,"Ben stressed. If he didn't interrupt now, he would never get an answer.
"What?"Dean asked, startled out of his banter with his little brother.
"Can we go,"Ben reiterated. He could hear Bobby in the house, working and talking with other hunters through a phone conversation.
"Who are you goin' with,"Dean asked, pulling out a wrench. Ben sighed, heavily.
"Seth 'n Kavi,"Ben explained. "and a group of boys in the neighborhood. Kavi met them on his little league team. Can we go?" Dean glanced over at Sam. Ben groaned loudly. They were having that stupid telepathic conversation again, arguing whether it was a good idea to let them go out alone. They were ten and x5s. In Ben's opinion, they were plenty old enough to go out on their own.
"Sure can,"Dean answered. Ben grinned. "But, as long as you stay at the sandlot and not wander off into town. I don't wanna go searchin' for you if somethin' happens."
"Got it,"Ben agreed, giving a thumbs up. He was about to bolt, but Dean stopped his quick escape.
"Take your sister too,"Dean added. Sam's brows popped up. Dean smirked, nodding his head. Emma jumped up, cheering excitedly.
"What,"Ben groaned. He didn't mind Emma, but that didn't mean he wanted to drag her around. Especially, when he was hanging out with other guys. Alec would not be happy. "Why?"
"Because she's bored,"Dean responded. "And she needs to learn how to be around other kids." Ben pursed his lips. "Please, Buddy." Dean bent to Ben's level, smiling. "This would really help me out."
"Benny help your old man out,"Sam piped up. Dean sent Sam a withering glare. Sam chuckled. Ben smirked and giggled. He patted Dean's shoulder.
"Alright, old man,"he teased. "I guess we can bring Emma along." Dean rolled his eyes, ruffling his boy's hair.
"Atta boy." he stood to his feet. "Em, you're goin' with Ben and Alec." The little girl grinned, skipping towards Ben and grabbing his arm. She hugged his limb tightly. Ben winced at the little girl's strength. She had been tagging along for a while now. Last night, Dean and Sam had put her in their room on a little blow-up bed. She had wanted to eat breakfast with them this morning. She kept asking questions about how normal people grew up, since Seth's comment yesterday. She wanted to know all about their abilities and if she would be as fast as them one day. In some ways, it was endearing. In other ways, it was hella obnoxious and his Dad kept expecting him to include her in all of their shenanigans. But, Ben didn't mind much. After all, he wanted to be a good son and if watching Emma would help his Dad out, why not.
"Listen to Ben and Alec,"Dean continued. The little girl nodded her head. "and no running off if you're done playing. Understood?"
"Yes, Daddy,"she answered with a grin.
"Good,"Dean replied, standing to his feet. He glanced at Ben once more. "Watch her."
"I'll keep her safe, sir,"Ben promised. Dean ruffled his hair, turning back to the impala. With the kids gone, he might be able to get some work done. "Come on, Emma." Emma waved goodbye to Dean, matching Ben's strides.
"Remember the rule,"Sam called out a moment later.
"Don't talk to strangers,"Ben answered. "I know." He quickly moved away from the garage, tugging Emma along.
"Where are we going?" she asked, curiously, quirking her head.
"The sandlot,"Ben answered. "To play baseball."
"What's baseball?"she asked, putting a skip to her stride.
"It's a sport." Ben answered. Emma gave him a confused look and Ben sighed, trying to find the best way to explain the game to Emma. "There's a bat and ball." Ben spotted the group of boys surrounding the gate, waiting for him. Alec was growing antsy which wasn't unusual.
"What do you do with the bat and ball?"she asked, tugging on her jean jacket. She was dressed in a pair of jeans and a batman shirt. Her sneakers scuffed the dirt as she tried to keep up with the fast pace.
"You try to hit the ball when it's thrown at you,"Ben explained, waving his hand. Alec paused his pacing, face falling when he spotted Emma. Ben rolled his eyes. Could he look anymore disappointed?"and then when you hit the ball, you try to run to base." Emma nodded, still confused about the game. "Don't worry, we'll teach you." Emma grinned, running ahead of Ben when she spotted Alec.
"Alec,"Emma chirped happily, big grin engulfing her face. "Daddy said I can go with you."
"Did he,"Alec mumbled, looking at Ben in total betrayal. Ben sighed, raising his hands.
"Dad needed help,"Ben answered. "He asked me." Alec rolled his eyes.
"Fine,"he said. He turned to the group of boys. "This is Emma. She'll be joining us too." The group of boys quieted their chatter.
"Your sister?"Mitts asked, tossing the ball from hand to hand.
"Yeah,"Alec answered. The boys looked at Alec and Ben in remorse, all understanding the nuisance of little sisters and parents.
"Alright then,"Dougie stated. "Guess we have another member on the team."
"Have you ever played baseball before?"Scott asked. Emma shook her head, brown eyes wide in curiosity.
"We'll teach you,"Kavi promised. He whistled loudly. "Come on guys, lets get movin'!" The boys tromped out of Bobby's yard, Emma sticking close to Ben and Alec.
The sandlot was vast like a desert of rolling sand. It was surrounded by a wooden fence with four diamond bases dirtied by foot prints. The group of boys walked onto the sandy lot, dropping their bags and putting on their mitts.
"We need to split up into teams,"Mitts stated, strutting in front of the group of boys. The boys lined up and everyone was placed onto teams. Ben, Alec, and Emma were placed on the same team. Part of the reason, Emma didn't want to be separated from her brothers. She beamed, excited for the new game. Doug, Beaver, and Levi had joined their team, while Kavi, Seth, Mitts, Jimmy, Marco, and Tony made up the opposing team. Scottie chose to be catcher for both teams and Jimmy agreed to switch out catcher role with Scottie when the boy wanted a turn to hit.
Emma followed Alec outfield, copying his stance as he stooped lower. She had asked for a baseball cap since Alec and Ben had one. Doug had handed her the extra cap, he had in his bag.
"What are we doing?" she asked, glancing at Alec curiously. She was watching Doug practice his pitches as Scottie caught the ball perfectly. Ben was at second base with a second ball, practicing his throw with Beaver at first.
"Playing ball,"Alec replied vaguely. Emma rolled her eyes, placing indignant hands on her hips.
"I mean out here,"she reiterated. Alec smirked at her scowl as he watched Mitts step up to bat, a smug grin on his face as he announced 'play ball'. Levi stooped, ready at third.
"If Mitts hits the ball over at us,"Alec explained. "We're gonna try to catch it." Emma nodded her head, tugging at the braid Brin made for her.
"Right,"she answered.
"If you catch the ball in air,"Alec continued. "Then Mitts is out. But, if it hits the ground, than he has a chance to get to base and we have to throw it to first. Understood?" Emma nodded, bouncing excitedly.
"Yeah,"she said. "I got it."
Mitts swung, missing the first throw. Scottie yelled 'strike one.' Alec smirked at Emma's focus. Her eyes solely on the ball.
"Remember to stay outfield,"Alec stated. "Don't jump in front of the other team members." He didn't know these guys very well and he didn't want something bad to happen. His dad would never forgive him.
"Okay." The second throw happened. 'Ball' was shouted. Ben gave a thumbs up to Alec and Emma. Emma returned it, grinning widely. The third ball went flying. Mitts dropped the bat and ran as the ball sailed into outfield.
"Emma, go,"Alec shouted, running towards the little girl. They both ran for the ball. Alec held out his glove, landing on his back, and catching the ball. Emma tripped over her brother, landing on top of him, giggling. A whoosh of air left Alec's lungs from the weight. "Git off o' me-" He shoved the giggling girl off, raising the ball in the air. His team cheered.
"That was fun,"she stated, breathlessly. She hiccuped, laughing again. "I like baseball." Alec rolled his eyes, smirking as he dusted himself off. "You're covered in dirt." Finger pointing and grin wide.
"You are too,"Alec noted, shaking the sand from his shoes. He held out a hand, helping Emma to her feet. A scowl curved his lips. He didn't understand the sudden niceties coming from himself. That was normally Ben. He still didn't trust the little girl after all. "Lets go."
Emma nodded, racing ahead. "Lets play ball,"she shouted, skipping closer to the group and sliding to a stop. Alec threw the ball to Doug and Doug caught it easily.
"One out,"he called. Kavi stepped up to base. Immediately, Alec started backing up, knowing the ball would head for a home-run.
"Kavi hits hard,"Alec warned. His sister started backing up, just like him. Kavi swung perfectly, the ball flew in a perfect arch, heading right over the fence. Both Emma and Alec hit the fence. Emma pouted.
"Why didn't you jump?"she asked. She had witnessed Alec and Ben's jumping abilities this morning. When they jumped on the roof in order to scare their father and uncle as a practical joke. She thought it was funny.
"Normal kids can't jump like us,"Alec explained, immediately jumping a bit to pull himself over the wooden fence. "We don't want to be exposed. Ordinaries wouldn't understand." Emma wrinkled her nose.
"But, Dad and Uncle Sam understand,"Emma argued. Alec sat at the top of the fence, one leg hanging over.
"Dad and Uncle Sam aren't ordinary,"Alec pointed out before disappearing on the other side. She pouted, trying to understand what the big deal would be if people found out about her and her family. She wanted to ask her brothers, but hearing Alec's vagueness told her it wasn't a topic he wanted to discuss in public. Again, Alec appeared, dropping next to Emma with cat-like reflexes.
"They're cheering,"she pointed out the obvious, watching the group of boys ruffle Kavi's hair and pat his back. A frown on her face. She was just as competitive as any other Winchester.
"Yeah,"Alec agreed. He shrugged back at Ben, who had a competitive look in his eyes. His twin signed at him and Alec nodded his agreement. "We'll win." Alec stated confidently. Emma grinned. "We just gotta get the other two ordinaries out and then it's our turn to bat."
"Alright,"Emma agreed, marching next to Alec. Alec smirked. Maybe, Emma wouldn't be such a bad idea. She definitely wasn't stupid. Jimmy batted and got tagged out by Beaver followed by Marco, who's ball was caught by Ben. Soon, they were switching turns. Doug was up for bat followed by Alec,Beaver, Emma, Ben, then Levi.
Doug swung, hitting the ball, and making it to first. Alec stepped up to the plate, tapping his bat a couple times. Kavi was pitching and the damn bastard kept giving his fellow transgenic snarky smirks. Alec glared, knowing Kavi was gonna be an asshole about pitching. He tightened his hold on the bat, cat eyes zeroing in on the ball. He'd let the first one fly past him to get a feel for his rhythm, then knock the damn ball into outfield. Multiple home runs would be too suspicious.
The first ball whooshed past him and Scottie called 'strike'. He could hear Emma shouting, 'hit the ball.' he rolled his eyes, knowing the girl was only excited as he watched his twin calm her down. Ben brushed dirt from her shoulders and she batted his hand away, completely focused on Alec batting.
The ball whooshed forward and Alec smashed it, sending it flying. He ran, knowing it wouldn't be caught by the two ordinaries in outfield as he skipped over to first, sticking his tongue out at Kavi, who laughed and just to be an ass, he sped up his pace a bit to make it to second. It was risky considering the two boys had already thrown it to Seth, who was manning second, but the mockery was well worth it as he beamed. Doug was on third. Beaver was up to bat.
"Nice one,"Seth stated, smirking at Alec's gloat.
"I'm just that good,"Alec replied, his lips twisting into an egotistic smile. Seth laughed. Beaver quickly struck out, swing lopsided and balance poor. He ended up tripping over his own feet, landing on his ass.
Emma took the bat from Beaver and Ben came around to her side, blocking her wild swing.
"Hey, Em,"Ben stated, grabbing the bat. Emma glanced up at him. Ben came around, situating her as he grabbed her arms, showing her how to swing the bat. "Alright, stand like this." He bent his knees and Emma did the same. "Now, you have to keep your eyes on the ball. When you swing-"He swung with her, holding the bat, his hands clasping her own. "it's smooth, not wild." Emma nodded, blowing hair out of her face.
"Okay,"she answered, digging her toes into the sand. "Swing smooth." Ben grinned.
"Do you feel better on the right side,"He asked. "or-" He pulled her around to the other side of the base, swinging with her again. "the left?" She crinkled her nose, knowing Alec had swung left, but she didn't like the left side as much.
"I like the right,"she answered, jumping to the other side of the base with a grin. "I don't like the left." Ben nodded before frowning, though he trusted Kavi and his throw, he felt the sudden worry that the hard baseball could potentially hit Emma in the head. Part of him felt guilty just thinking about the scenario.
"Hey,"Ben asked the group at large. "Does anyone have a helmet?" His hand was resting on her shoulder, hoping one of the boys had thought ahead.
"She'll be fine, Benny,"Alec called, standing on second with his hands placed on his hip. Ben shook his head. Alec had way more confidence in Kavi's pitch than Ben did. Mistakes happened and he didn't want Emma to get hurt because of it. She was just a kid.
"I have a helmet,"Marco stated. He ran from outfield, over to where his bag was stashed with the other bags. He pulled out the black baseball helmet before making his way over to Ben and handed it to him. Ben placed the helmet on Emma's head and the helmet slipped, covering her eyes.
"I can't see, Benny,"Emma huffed, pulling the helmet off. Alec rolled his eyes, calling time as he ran over to Ben.
"What's the matter?"he asked.
"The helmet's too big,"Ben grunted, trying to rearrange the helmet to fit on her head.
"I don't need one,"she muttered, trying to take the helmet off again. "Alec didn't wear one."
"That's because I'm a professional,"Alec retorted, ignoring Ben's eye-roll. "We need another cap." He took off his own hat, sticking it over Emma's own cap before putting the helmet back on. He tucked the hats in tightly, making sure the helmet was situated right. "There." He grinned, wiping the dust from his face.
She pouted. "I look stupid,"she huffed, though she had to admit she could see better.
"That's normal though,"Alec retorted, jokingly, eliciting another scowl from Emma.
"Better safe than sorry,"Ben answered, glad the helmet fit. He'd have felt incredibly guilty of Emma hurt herself and his dad and uncle Sam would have had to deal with it. He had promised his Dad he'd look after her. Ben didn't break his promises.
"We ready to go now, mother hens,"Mitts shouted from third base. Alec rolled his eyes, scuffing the dirt.
"Yeah, Frecks"Alec shouted right back, referring to Mitts red tinted face and splatter of freckles. "Don't get your thong in a twist." Mitts flipped him off and Alec returned the gesture. Emma copied, but Ben grabbed her hand, pushing it down.
"No, no,"he exclaimed. "Don't do that." He punched his brother for the bad influence and Alec just shrugged it off, calling him 'Benjamina' before marching back to second.
"Hey, Kavi, throw easy,"Ben requested. Kavi rolled his eyes, knowing very well how protective Ben was. Even back at Manticore, he treated Maxie similarly even though she was just a few months younger.
"Whatever,"he replied, pulling on his cap. "Should I do underhand?"
"No, I want to hit hard, Ben,"Emma pouted, pushing her brother's fretting hands away. "I can do it."
"Fine,"Ben answered before nodding at Kavi as a warning to throw easy or else. "Remember, eyes on the ball-"He lifted Emma's arms, helping her to hold the bat. "Pretend the ball is a bee."
"Why?"she asked, glancing up at her big brother.
"Because bees sting and it hurts,"Ben responded, eliciting an understanding nod from Emma.
"Got it,"she responded, squinting her eyes in concentration.
"Come on,"Mitts shouted. "We're losin' daylight. She's takin' forever."
"Shut it, Mitts,"Alec growled, crossing his arms. "We have enough time. This is her first go. Let her learn." Mitts scowled and Alec gave him a leveled glare. Ben smirked, raising a brow. Alec never ceased to surprise him. Apparently, it was okay for him to be suspicious and give Emma a bad time, but if anyone else tried to, he got defensive. Mitts muttered to himself before shutting his mouth.
"You ready?"Ben asked. Emma nodded, focused. "Remember, a bee." He backed away from her into a safe zone.
Kavi tossed the ball softly, she swung missing. A strike was called and she pouted, letting the bat hang.
"It's alright, Em,"Alec called. "You have two more tries." He mimicked lifting the bat, ignoring Mitts goading. Seth smirked at the younger Winchester twin, knowing any hostile feelings he had felt towards Emma had vanished the moment he had stepped into public with her and felt the need to protect.
"Monster, huh,"Seth teased, remembering what Alec was telling him last night in concern for his family.
"Shut-up, Seth,"Alec retorted. "This is different."
"Sure," the transgenic drawled and Alec wanted to punch his friend in the face. Emma lifted the bat.
"Eye on the ball,"Ben coached. "Just keep your eyes on the ball." Ben gripped the chain-link fence that blocked the balls from flying over and disappearing.
"Smash it, Ems,"Alec shouted.
Emma stood ready, feet digging into the dirt. Her eyes were focused on the ball. Bat ready. She was going to smash it. Kavi tossed the ball and she felt the ball touch the bat as she swung. The ball flew. She stood mesmerized as it soared through the air, mouth gaping. She dropped the bat, jumping up and down as she clapped her hands in excitement. Suddenly, she heard both her brothers' voices.
"Run,"the twins shouted at the same time, gesticulating wildly. Alec was already running to third. The ball had landed near the fence. Doug had made it home.
"Run, Emma,"Ben shouted again. She bolted. Feet kicking up dust as she touched first. She turned going for second and tapped second. Alec was already home and she wanted to try for third, but the boys in outfield were running forward.
"No,"Alec shouted, throwing up his hands. "Stay at second." She paused, unsure what to do.
"Go back to second,"Ben ordered, waving his hands at second base. She turned running back to second. She jumped on the base right before the ball was thrown to Seth.
"Safe,"Scottie shouted. The opposing team groaned, though she earned a high-five from Seth.
"Nice, hit,"Seth encouraged, knocking on the girl's helmet. She laughed as he threw the ball back to Kavi.
Ben picked the discarded bat, practicing his swing. A proud smirk on his lips. Alec was drinking water, wiping the sweat and dirt from his brow.
"Pitch easy, my ass,"Kavi grumbled, glaring at Ben. Ben smirked.
"Winchesters are just that good,"he gloated, green eyes sparkling with amusement. Kavi huffed, feeling sore about the loss. He was competitive after all.
"Don't expect an easy pitch,"Kavi answered.
"Wow, Kavi,"Alec quipped. "Sore much? Can't handle the heat?"
"Shut it, Winchester," Kavi answered, though the smirk tugging at his lips was hard to hide.
"Oh, I understand the humiliation,"Alec continued. "a seven-year-old just walloped your pitch-" Alec winked, making Kavi scowl even harder because both boys knew Emma had only been alive for a few days. The humiliation ran even deeper.
"And she's a girl,"Mitts added, unable to avoid a good poke. "Damn and I thought you were good-"
"Ah, shut-up,"Kavi answered, deciding to ignore the teases. Emma was too busy, jumping happily on second from all the praise.
Kavi threw the ball hard and Ben smashed it also into outfield, running for first then second. Then just for the hell of it, he sped up his pace to third, just to piss grump-face Kavi off. Emma made it home, skipping all the way to home base with a big grin.
"I thought you jerks said you never played before,"Mitts grumbled. Ben smirked.
"We said we don't play often,"Ben reminded. "Bit of a difference." Mitts scowled.
"You three are on my team next time,"Mitts mumbled. Ben chuckled.
Ben ran home after Levi's hit. They switched again after allowing three outs. The day was spent sliding in the dirt, running, and batting. Alec showed Emma how to slide into home. The little girl practiced a few times, wanting to perfect the slide.
They were all drinking Cola and leaning against the fence as they chatted about the game. The Winchesters team had won to the disgruntlement of Kavi, who never lost a game before. Mitts and a few of the other guys were giving their friend a bad time for the hell of it. Even though it was early October, it was still ridiculously hot on the Sandlot and sweat glistened at their temples, wetting their hair.
The twins' heads perked to the familiar rumble of the impala and the squeak of breaks. Emma glanced at them curiously, wondering what had caught her brothers' attention.
"Dad and Uncle Sam's here," Alec announced, standing to his feet. He helped Emma up, while Ben stood swiping the dirt off his pants. The gate opened and the taller Winchesters walked through. A sentimental smile on Dean's face as he eyed the old lot.
"Nothin' changed, Sammy,"Dean stated, grinning, as he scuffed the dirt. "Look even the carvings in the fence are still here." Sam rolled his eyes, spotting their kids among the gaggle of boys.
"Daddy," Emma beamed, jumping to her feet. "Uncle Sam." She ran forward, forgetting about the cola. Alec and Ben trailed after her as she jumped into her father's arm, excitedly.
"You're covered in dirt,"Dean stated, brushing the sand off his daughter. He noticed his older boys lumbering forward, just as dirty. Alec had dirt and sweat caked to his cheek and Ben looked like he had taken a dust bath.
"Alec and Ben were teachin' me how to slide,"Emma explained. She pulled at her cap, wiping at her face. "I hit a ball and brought everyone home!" She beamed proudly.
"Course you did,"Dean replied just as proudly. "All Winchesters are good batters." He winked at the boys.
"Don't worry,"she added. "I didn't expose us. I was very, very careful. Alec told me to be."
"Good,"Dean agreed, smiling at his two older boys and mouthing 'Thank you.'
"I found a rock too,"she continued, pulling one out of her pocket, and handing it to Sam. Sam took it with gratitude, though he still didn't understand what was up with Emma and rocks. The girl loved to gift rocks for some reason. "and I had Cola. I like Cola. It's sweet!"
"Lets just hope you don't get a sugar rush,"Sam stated. Emma nodded in agreement, though she had no clue what a sugar rush was.
"Today was a good day,"she stated with a grin.
"She totally rocked baseball,"Alec admitted. "Real natural." Dean's eyes popped, surprised by his boy's admittance. Alec had been having a hard time warming up to her, but today a switch may have been flipped. At least that's what Dean hoped for.
"We won,"She told her father and uncle. "Ben told me we did."
"Like Alec said,"Ben stated, giving a thumbs up.
"Then I guess we have to find dinner for champions," Dean stated with a grin, winking at his boys. "How does burgers and milkshakes sound?"
"Yes,"Alec hissed, throwing a fist in the air. "I call shotgun!" He raced forward, ignoring Sam's shouts of 'you're sittin' in the back, Alec.' The uncle went chasing after his wayward, mischievous nephew.
"Do they want burgers,"Dean asked, glancing at the gaggle of boys.
"I can ask,"Ben offered. He ran forward, but most of the boys waved him off, saying they'd head home for dinner. The only ones willing to join was Kavi and Seth, who were packing their stuff. The impala would be a tight squeeze, but the diner was only five minutes away.
Dean led the group, listening to his daughter chatter about how much she loved baseball and how she wanted to play again. Dean couldn't stop the smile on his face. He glanced at Ben, who was listening intently to everything Emma was saying. Maybe, this new addition would work out. Dean sure hoped it would.
Alright, I'm going to end that detour chapter there. I'll have a couple more, bringing in Jody and her family as well as Tinga and Vada with Ellen and Jo...Max, Sammi, and Lucy...a few others before the mystery continues outside of Sioux Falls. We'll just see where the plot takes me. Next chapter will have many returning characters. Thanks for reading, please review.