Chapter 10

Hailey woke up with a slight headache that morning. She sat up and took the time to wake up before getting out of her room and walked directly downstairs. When she reached the kitchen she found Dean sitting at the table, drinking coffee, lost in his thoughts. She made her way to the coffee machine and poured herself a cup, adding sugar and cream, before joining him at the table.

How'd you sleep? He asked before taking a sip of his cup.

Drunken sleep's the best; no nightmares, no waking up every hour... Yeah, I had a good sleep... you?

I didn't... I couldn't, if Sammy woke up, I wanted to be there... you know?

Well, I was just about to go downstairs, sit with him a bit, why don't you try and get some sleep? I'll wake you if there's any change. Hailey said and Dean sighed. He was tired but he didn't think he'd be able to sleep. Hailey knew that look, he was going to protest.

Just humour me okay? You can use my bed; it's quieter upstairs... please? She smiled sweetly and Dean returned it and finally nodded.

Hailey got up and walked over to Dean, she cupped his stubble jaw and ran a thumb gently over his cheek, Dean leaned into her hand and placed his own on her hip, she looked into his eyes deeply, making sure she had all of his attention.

Sam will wake up, I know it. She said and leaned in, to kiss his forehead slowly. She let go of him and Dean only let her go once she was out of reach as she walked to the basement stairs. He listened as the stairs gently squeaked as she made her way down.

Dean debated on either going downstairs or listening to Hailey and try to sleep for a while. He finished his cup and slowly walked upstairs, making his way to her room. He lied down on her bed and closed his eyes, he felt comfort from Hailey's familiar smell that surrounded him and soon enough his exhaustion took over.

/

When Dean woke up, he was surprised to see the sun was starting to set. He ran a hand over his face making sure to wipe any drool and walked downstairs. He met Bobby in the living room.

Hailey told me she managed to convince you to sleep some. Guess you really needed it, huh?

Yeah... Any changes with Sam?

No, he's still out like a light...

Where's Hailey?

You really have to ask? She never left his side.

Dean nodded and left the living room, making his way downstairs. He slowly walked to the panic room and stopped as he heard Hailey talk. He peeked in and saw Sam was still sleeping. Hailey was leaning over him as she gently played in his hair.

... know you've been through so much already, Sammy. More than anybody should at our age... But you're one of the strongest people I know. Take as much time as you need, but you gotta come back to us, okay? Dean needs you... I need you. She sniffed and smiled sadly at Sam as she continued to brush her fingers through his hair.

Dean walked in the room and Hailey looked up at him. She leaned back into her chair and smiled.

How was the nap?

Great, actually. I don't think I remember the last time I slept that much...

Beats any motel beds or couch, right? I know when I'm away for a while I yearn for that bed.

Before Dean could say anything the bell rang upstairs and both raised an eyebrow. Hailey got up and headed out of the panic room, Dean followed, wanting to know who it was. When they reached the top of the stairs Bobby called Hailey's name.

It's for you. Bobby said leaving the door opened, but he didn't invite whoever it was inside.

Hailey walked to the door and was surprised to see it was Josh.

Josh? Wh- what are doing here? Hailey asked and nervously let him in. That's when Dean saw Josh was holding a bouquet of red roses. He rolled his eyes, knowing how tacky Hailey would find it, remembering watching a chick flick with her and her complaining about how unoriginal roses were; she preferred by far sun flowers.

Well, once you left, I couldn't stop thinking about you and our date and I just couldn't wait till I passed by, so here I am. Oh, and these are for you. He explained as he held the roses out to her.

Thanks, they're beautiful... Hailey smiled and Dean frowned.

I just wished you'd call before, would have saved you the trip.

Oh. Josh said looking disappointed and Dean couldn't help but grinned at Bobby but received a glare in return.

Not that I don't want to go on a date. Hailey quickly continued.

It's just, not really the best time, right now...

Don't be silly Hailey, nothing more we can do. Go. Have fun. If anything changes, we'll call, right Dean? Bobby said. Dean stared at Hailey trying to figure out what she wanted him to say.

Yeah... He finally answered and Hailey seemed a bit put back.

Then I guess, I'll get changed. She said to Dean and quickly looked at Josh and gave him a smile that he returned quickly before she walked upstairs.

I guess I don't have to tell you I own a gun, shovel and an alibi, right? Bobby asked Josh once Hailey was out of earshot.

No sir. Josh answered.

Good. You two have fun. Bobby said before heading to the kitchen, leaving the two men in awkward silence as they waited for Hailey.

Dean was actually enjoying how Josh looked ill at ease at the moment. He knew he could threaten him, just like Bobby did but decided to just stare him down instead.

Bobby came back handed a beer to Josh and mentioned him to sit. Josh took the beer and sat on the couch.

Could take a while, you know... women. So Hailey said you took good care of her? Bobby tried making conversation.

Least I could do, after everything she did for me... Josh smiled and Dean rolled his eyes again.

Hailey came down the stairs. She wore a short, low cut, dark red dress that hugged her every curve in the right places. Her hair was pinned up with a few louse strands curling down around her face. Her make-up was dark, making her blue eyes pop out. She had to admit she had a hard time getting ready, with the stitches and all but it felt good not wearing Dean's oversized flannel shirts, for a change. Dean swallowed hard and watched as Josh got up and checked Hailey from head to toe.

Wow... you look... wow. He said and Hailey smiled shyly at him.

Thanks... So where exactly are we going?

Well, I thought we could go to a restaurant first, and then have drinks, get to know each other better?

Dean pursed his lips together, knowing exactly what guys meant by `knowing each other better`.

Sounds great! Let me just grab my purse and we can go! Hailey said and quickly made her way back upstairs.

How's Sam? Josh asked Dean and Dean just stared back at Josh saying nothing.

Right... Josh said awkwardly and was happy when Hailey came back down, purse in hand.

Ready! She smiled and Josh walked over to the door and opened it for her.

You two have fun. Bobby told them as they shut the door.

Really?! Dean said incredulously at Bobby

What?

You're just letting her go on a date with douche bag?

Letting her!? Boy, she's 25 years old. She wants to date she can date.

Unbelievable...

Josh is a good guy, might be good for Hailey-

Oh please! Dean rolled his eyes and stormed off to get himself a drink.

Bobby shook his head and laughed a bit to himself.

Good place my ass... he mumbled as he grabbed a book and sat on the couch.

/

Hailey actually had very good time with Josh. They ate a little Italian restaurant and now they were drinking in a fancy bar they found two towns down. He was easy going and it was nice not to have any drama for a while. She sipped her martini as they laughed and talked. Even the silent moments were comfortable ones.

I really like you Hailey. But I have to ask... Josh started.

Ask what? She asked and signed at the waitress for another drink as she downed the rest of her martini, knowing she probably wouldn't like where Josh was going to ask.

Hunters, they like to talk and, well... I heard things about you... I respect the fact you don't talk about it, I do and if you still don't want to, that's fine too. But I want you to know, you can talk to me... I just gotta know... You and Dean, that's history, right? He asked and Hailey didn't really know what to say.

You think I would be here if we weren't?

You're right, I'm sorry. I shouldn't have-

It's fine. Really. As for my past, I still have a really hard time talking about it... Not really 1st date conversation either, you know?

I am totally screwing up this date, aren't I? Josh asked nervously and Hailey laughed.

Depends if you're going to ask me to dance or not... Hailey smiled wickedly at him and he stood up taking her hand and walked to the small dance floor. They spent the rest of the evening dancing and drinking till Hailey was tipsy and flirty.

/

Hailey woke up with a major hangover. She turned in bed and froze at the sight of a naked Josh sleeping beside her. She quickly remembered their evening and night together. She blushed and slipped out of the bed, quickly getting dressed, feeling embarrassed.

Morning, beautiful. She heard Josh say and froze.

Morning! Hailey answered to loudly and winced at her high pitched voice. She checked her purse for her cell phone while Josh got out of bed and wrapped his arms around Hailey from her back, pulling her into his arms.

How does breakfast sound? He could go to the little dinner down the street-

Shit! Hailey swore as she saw she had 4 missed calls from Dean.

Or not?

I'm sorry, I just really need to make call. She excused herself and walked outside, wincing at the sun. She quickly dialed Dean's number but erased it and dialed her father's.

Hello? Bobby answered.

Hey, dad. Any news on Sam?

Why the hell are you calling-... You're not home yet, are you?

Hmmm, no? Hailey said a bit awkwardly.

He's still out, no change...

Oh. I thought... never mind, I'll be home soon. Kay?

Alright, say hi to Josh for m- Bobby didn't have time to finish she already hung up the phone.

She took a deep breath and debated if she should call Dean or not. She figured her dad would tell him she was alright if he was worried and walked back inside. Josh was completely dressed, putting on his shoes and frowned at her as she looked at him.

Is everything okay? He asked.

Hm, yeah! Hailey said in her high pitch voice again.

Listen, Hailey, I can tell something's bothering you... what is it? Josh asked and Hailey took a minute to think.

Last night was-

Please don't say mistake. Josh begged.

Okay... then it was... too fast? Hailey suggested, not using the word mistake.

Oh. Josh said.

I mean I wanted it, last night. I just didn't expect it to happen, so fast. I like you Josh, I just want to take my time, with us. My last relationship was... complicated to say the least. I just don't want to rush things and one of us gets hurt.

Josh walked over to her and gently kissed her lips.

Last night was amazing, every part of it. I'll go as slow as you need me to. You're definitely worth it Hailey... Josh said and warmly smiled at her.

So how about breakfast? Josh asked and Hailey smiled, feeling comfortable for the first time that morning.

Sounds great. I'm starving.

/

Dean was tuning Baby outside in front of the house. He was sick of pacing and waiting either for Sam to wake up or Hailey to come home and decided to keep busy by checking up on the impala. Soon enough he heard a car pull into the drive way and pulled himself out of the hood of the car and watched as Josh got out of his car and ran to open Hailey's side door. Josh walked Hailey to the door and they kissed before Hailey went inside. Josh walked back to his car and stopped and waved at Dean before he got in and drove away. Dean shut the hood of the car hard and walked back inside. He went straight to the panic room, knowing she would eventually check on Sam. After an hour she walked in, wearing sweats and her hair was wet.

Guess the date went well... He said a bit more bitterly than he wanted to.

Yeah, it was okay... How's Sam?

Same. You seeing him again?

Yeah, tonight actually.

Wow. Well it must have been more than okay-

Can we not talk about Josh?

Whatever you want. Dean said before getting up from the chair and made his way to get out of the panic room.

Are you mad at me? Hailey asked and Dean stopped, turning around to face her.

No, why would I be mad? You're a grown woman, you can make your own mistakes.

Mistakes? Hailey asked and Dean walked out, not wanting to fight about Josh.

Hailey sat next to Sam and sighed, taking his hand into hers.

I really need you Sammy... You gotta wake up soon okay?

/

( 8 days later)

Hailey and Josh spent every day together, they hadn't slept together since their first date and things were good, except he did try and talk about her past a few times and Hailey refused to open up every time. Dean had managed to have a normal conversation with Josh and Hailey did appreciate the effort. He was trying his best to be happy for Hailey, but it was hard watching her be happy with someone else. It only reminded him when he was the one she would run into his arms and spend hours, just talking, sitting on the hood of the Mustang.

Dean watched as Hailey walked him to his car, he was leaving today and Dean had to admit he was looking forward to spending some time with Hailey. She had been busy with Josh lately, but he had received a call from a hunter that needed his assistance. Josh tried to convince Hailey to come with him but she declined saying she couldn't leave her family as long as Sam was out of it. If something happened she wanted to be there. He had promised her he'd back to take her stitches out and bring her yet to another date. He walked back to Bobby's study when they started kissing and sat across from Bobby, the desk separating them. Bobby saw his expression and pulled out a glass and a bottle of whiskey, serving it to Dean.

Just like my daddy always said; just cuz it kills your liver doesn't mean it ain't medicine. Sam's still asleep? Bobby asked as Dean took a sip.

Yeah...

He'll wake up

Yeah... he repeated just as softly, looking afar.

Dean, he's been through hell much. Somehow he always bounces back.

Yeah, but he's never been through this. Dean said seriously and both hunters shared a knowing look. Dean looked at the desk and noticed a newspaper clip.

Job?

Might be. Bobby answered and flipped the paper for him to read.

Might be what? Hailey asked as she bounced into the study.

Job. couple goes up in a light plane, wreckage was just found in the woods.

Doesn't seem like news of the weird... Dean told Bobby as he started reading,

Pilot was found seventeen miles away, flambéd. Girl's just gone, no body, no nothing.

Ok... I'm not changing the channel. Dean said.

Dean? The three hunters heard the familiar voice ask and they all jumped to see Sam standing in back of Dean and Hailey.

Sam? Dean asked wide eyed and got up from his chair.

Sam walked over to Dean and tightly hugged his brother. Hailey smiled as her eyes were filled with tears. Bobby got up and Hailey noticed he seemed a bit off put. Sam noticed Bobby and let go of Dean to practically jump into the man's arms. Hailey looked concerned as Bobby didn't hug back right away.

Good to see yah... Bobby said finally returning the hug.

Wait. I saw you- I- I felt Lucifer snap your neck.

Hailey and Dean exchanged a worried look.

... Well, Cas-

Cas is alive!? Sam asked surprised and relieved.

Yeah, Cas is, Cas is fine Sam, are you okay? Dean asked worried.

Oh my god, Hailey!? Sam asked finally noticing Hailey was standing in the corner.

Hey Sammy. She smiled as tears ran down her face. He quickly ran to her and hugged her just as tight.

You don't know how good it is to see you... I missed you so much! Sam said and picked her up.

Dude, easy... stitches. Dean warned.

Sorry... Sam said and put Hailey down.

Don't you dare let me go. Hailey said as she laughed through the tears.

Sam pulled away and smiled his warm smile she missed so much at her, wiping her tears away. He pulled her back into a hug.

Please tell me you're not just passing through... Sam said.

I've been here a while now, not going anywhere.

Yet... Dean mumbled and both Hailey and Sam let go of each other and stared a Dean.

You sure you're okay Sam? Dean asked again.

Actually... I'm starving.

On it! Hailey said and practically ran into the kitchen and made Sam a sandwich.

They all walked into the kitchen and Hailey served Sam a sandwich and started making a second one. Dean and Bobby watched him eat with appetite.

So Sam...

Yeah?

What's the last you remember? Dean asked the question they all wanted to know.

The field, then I fell. Sam shrugged as he chewed his sandwhich.

Ok... and then?

Uhm... I woke up in the panic room.

That's it? Bobby asked.

Dad...

You really don't remember-

Let's be glad! Dean cut Bobby off and Bobby glared at Dean.

Who wants to remember all that hell? Dean smiled at Sam.

Hailey served Sam his second sandwich and frowned at her father. Sam didn't remember anything since he fell in the pit. Sam looked at them.

Well, how- how long was I gone?

A year and a half.

What!?

I was downstairs... I don't remember anything. So so how I got back? Was it cas?

Not exactly...

Dean, what did you do?

Me and Death-

Death!? The horseman!?

I had leverage! It's done.

You sure?

It's over. The slate's wiped. Dean reassured Sam.

Well isn't this just neat and clean... Bobby rolled his eyes and Hailey bit her lip nervously.

Yes it is, for once.

Is there anything else I should know?

No... another beer? Dean smiled.

Yeah, sure. Sam answered.

Bobby left mumbling about having to check something and Hailey sat down next to Sam. Sam smiled at Hailey.

You seem... Different, happy. Sam tied to explain and Hailey smiled.

I am. You're back. She said and took his hand and squeezed it.

Dean came back and gave them each a beer and sat back down.

So are you two... together again? Sam asked and Hailey chocked on her beer.

Hmm no... Hailey said.

Hailey's actually dating someone. You remember chubby Joshy, right? Dean asked and it was Sam's turn to chock.

You- You're dating Chubby Joshy!? Sam laughed.

Yeah, it's hilarious... Hailey said getting up.

Oh, C'mon... Don't be like that. Dean said with a wide smile. Finally someone else thought the idea was as absurd as he did.

He's actually a great guy... and he makes me happy. She glared at Dean and he looked away, hurt.

I... I didn't mean-

It's fine. I get it. Dean cut her off.

I'll see if dad needs a hand... Hailey said and walked out.

Wow... Nothing changed, huh?

What do you mean?

You're still totally in love with Hailey. Sam said before taking another big bite of his sandwich and Dean's mouth dropped.

AN: hey guys! I'll cut it here because I won't have time tonight to continue and you guys can read it before tomorrow haha. Special thanks to silyme458458 for following ;) please review!