The Dal

Bo handed Lauren a shot while they watched Kenzi run over to Dyson. The Succubus never flinched. Never moved at all, but enjoyed the feel of the liquor slivering down her throat.

"Here babe, sit". Bo said picking up and wiping off a barstool for Lauren. Lauren nodded and took the offered seat. She felt like she had been on her feet all day and needed to rest them a bit.

Bo nodded and stood next to the stool, when Lauren was finally comfortable and took in the sight in front of them again.

"Bo? What happened to Dyson? Who did this and why aren't you going after the punk that did this to Dyson? Kenzi rambled off. She wasn't sure how to help the wolf at all. Everywhere she touched made him growl in pain.

"Don't Kenzi". Dyson groaned when she tried to help him sit. He figured it was best to stay where he was on the floor. If he moved, it would likely bring out Bo's Succubus again. That part of Bo clearly hates him. He had known plenty of Fae women and their alter ego's weren't that evil to him.

"We can't leave you like this. You need help". Kenzi protested when Dyson pushed her off of him.

"Leave me". Dyson groaned.

"Yes leave that dick alone". Aife laughed from behind them.

"Shut up Aife! This is all your fault! You were always sticking your nose into other people's business! Dyson snapped and screamed when the Succubus kicked him over and over again before spitting Vodka in his face, burning his eyes.

"Isabeau you better have a plan for this asshole. His mouth will talk him into his own death". Aife snapped.

"I do have a plan". Bo said softly but coolly.

Aife nodded and stood back from Kenzi and Dyson. Every part of her wanted to kill him in the most violent of ways, but she respected Bo enough to keep him alive, for now. She wanted Bo to join her in taking down the Fae and they could rule together. This could turn about to be better than she had ever planned.

Bo poured Lauren another shot, but was keeping track of how much she was drinking. She didn't want her to be too hung over to keep her from her plans with Nadia's trial. That bitch deserved everything she was getting.

"Dyson! A woman screamed from the door and proceeded to run over to him.

"No! Get out of here! Now! Dyson screamed through the pain. His teeth felt like they were about to pop out every time he spoke.

"What happened to you? The woman asked angrily.

"I happened to him and you are? Bo asked from behind them.

"Get out of here! Dyson screamed again.

"She's a guest of mine, and she's not going anywhere, until she's ready to of course". Aife laughed as she walked over to stand beside Bo.

"Who is your guest? Bo asked.

"It doesn't matter. Get out of here! Dyson said pushing the woman with what little strength her had. No Fae had ever weakened him to this extent.

"My name is Ciara. Dyson and I were very close before we were separated". The woman explained.

The room was silent for a moment until Aife snickered. "So much for wolves mate for life huh boy? She laughed mocking Dyson.

"What? You had another girlfriend? A mate? Bo asked angrily.

"Bo you are being a hypocrite. Lauren has a girlfriend too! Dyson snapped back.

"But she couldn't do anything about her girlfriend thanks to you! But you could have done something about this woman! Bo snapped as she threw a shot glass at him and watched the glass shatter around him as he hid his face. She hoped the liquor was sticky. He deserved a lot more. Not only for his antics but for every cruel thing he did and said about Lauren.

"Bo! Focus! We need to find out who did this to Dyson! Kenzi snapped.

"I did it! And?! Bo snapped angrily and watched as Kenzi jumped from the sound of her voice.

"Bo you wouldn't have done that. It had to have been your Succubus". Kenzi said standing in front of Dyson.

"We both did it". Bo replied.

"Ok. So what are you going to do to help him? Kenzi asked.

"I'm letting him live". Bo seethed.

"You needn't be jealous of me. It wasn't really like that with Dyson and me". Ciara.

"Lady I am not jealous of you. I actually feel sorry for you. I am sure he fed you the same bullshit lines he fed me. He probably told you another man was never going to love you, just to try and guilt you into being exclusive to him". Bo replied.

"Well yes actually he did...". Ciara started.

"Ciara don't! Dyson screamed.

"I just came here to find out who Isabeau is..or was". Ciara said.

"I'm Isabeau. I was named after my grandmother". Bo answered.

"Ohh I see. I thought he was dating a dead woman". Ciara said rolling her eyes.

"Easy how you talk about the Queen". Aife snapped from behind the woman.

"I don't know you exactly, but you should know, I'm running this colony now. As long as you respect me, this woman, my laws, and all humans, you won't have any problems with me". Bo explained holding Lauren's hand.

"You must be pretty powerful to declare such a thing given where you are standing". Ciara said.

"If you are referring to the Blood King, he knows his role and has nothing to do with how I will rule". Bo said looking over her shoulder at Trick who was adjusting his tie after her eyes flashed blue.

"And you agree with this? Ciara asked looking at Trick.

Bo momentarily turned around. She wanted to see if Trick had the balls to say he didn't agree. She wanted to see if he was about to denounce her like he had done with Aife. She still had so much to learn about him, but for once wasn't sure he was going to willingly tell her anything. Aife on the other hand would. Aife was his only child, and felt and looked like the dark horse. Which is probably why she once said she was Dark Fae and not Light. To claim she was Light would be like claiming Trick and he certainly hated her on some level.

"I agree". Trick swallowed hard.

"There you have it". Bo smirked and turned her attention to Lauren. "Are you ready to go?

"Yes I am feeling a bit tired". Lauren said shyly. She was proud of what Bo was going to do in the Fae world. The other humans in the Fae world would appreciate it too.

"You should have told me sweetie". Bo cooed as she took Lauren's hand and helped her off of the barstool.

"Bo? Bo? Where are you going?! Dyson screamed from the floor.

"That is none of your damn business or concern". Bo snapped over her shoulder as she and Lauren walked towards the door.

"Bo! Bo wait! Dyson groaned and failed to move an inch from where he was.

"What the fudge did I just watch? Kenzi asked shaking her head and taking a shot from Trick.

The Blood King felt free to move about more, now that Bo was gone. He had never seen the Dal become so light and dark at the same time like it was when she was in the building before.

"Bo is Dark and Light, and trust me when I say dark, I mean dark in every sense of the word". Aife laughed.

"How did she move Dyson like that, at times without even touching him? Trick asked.

"My, my are you telling me you're actually interested or are you looking for a way to take her down or turn her over to the other side..wait Isabeau is the other side". Aife laughed.

Kenzi spit her drink all over the bar. "Wait. What? Bo can move people without touching them now?

"She can. Now if Aife would only tell us how...". Trick started.

"Aife will tell you nothing. You are just shitting bricks because we all just saw that my baby girl is the most powerful Fae in the world. I would advise you not to piss her off, but then again, her kicking your ass would be must see". Aife laughed.

"Don't you have somewhere to be? Trick asked as he cleaned up the mess Kenzi just made.

"No not really". Aife laughed. She loved how the sight of her made Trick nervous. She loved it even more knowing from now on, the sight of Bo would make him even more nervous. That part amused her to no end.

Aife grabbed a bottle from behind Trick and was ready to pour herself a shot when she smelled something.

"Damn. Isabeau kicked his ass so badly that he shit on the floor". Aife said taking her bottle to go.

"Aife that's my last bottle of that". Trick said reaching for it.

"That's your problem, not mine". Aife winked and turned to walk out.

"She's right. It does stink in here". Kenzi said holding her nose while taking her last shot.

Ciara had left when Bo and Lauren did. The Dal had emptied out of the rest of the customers when the Succubus was throwing Dyson around. Once Kenzi left, there was only Trick and Dyson.

"I am going to need help moving you out of here". Trick said grabbing the phone.

"Trick wait! Dyson groaned.

"This is your own fault Dyson. I warned you". Trick said.

"But you can help me". Dyson said.

"I am not a healing Fae". Trick replied. He felt bad for the man, but this was really his own doing.

"You're the Blood King. You can fix this. All of this. Heal me and Bo". Dyson said looking up at the man or as much as he could see of him.

"You underestimated her Dyson. We didn't know her well enough yet and now that we know her a little more, she's dangerous. There is nothing that needs healing in Bo". Trick confessed. He thought he was the most powerful Fae given what he can do, but Bo took powerful to another stratosphere.

"Then heal me. You can write it with your blood". Dyson begged. He needed to be healed and asap. A wolf can't fight for what he wants if he's out of commission.

"There is always a bigger price to pay when i write in my blood. Perhaps Bo's latest surge in confidence happened because I wrote in it as she fought Aife". Trick explained.

"So you are not even going to try, even for me? Bo could have killed me Trick. She could have killed me before all of this. She still could if I am weakened and a target like this". Dyson said.

"No Dyson. I will not write in my blood. Not for this. I will offer you sanctuary so that you may heal here, but I will not write in my blood to further you along". Trick snapped as he called on someone to come and move Dyson. It wasn't an easy task either. Some wanted to know if the Succubus was still there, and couldn't be assured she was gone by Trick's answers. A Mesmer would work best, but Vex was his first no.

Sighing after he hung up on the last caller, Trick knew if he was going to move Dyson, he was going to have to grab one leg and pull him into the next room. Better than down into his lair, causing more injuries.

Bo and Lauren

Bo and Lauren were driving back to their hotel, but needed to stop at the clubhouse first. The Doctor had fallen asleep in the passenger seat. Bo felt awful that she didn't notice how long the day had already been. It is no wonder Lauren was tired. That was mostly Bo's fault for keeping her at the Dal longer than she needed to be. The Doctor was free now, she didn't have drivers anymore. But she wouldn't take Bo's car and leave her behind either.

When Bo had to swerve to avoid hitting something running across the street, it woke Lauren up.

"What happened? Lauren asked.

"Damn deer crossed the road". Bo replied gently squeezing Lauren's hand.

"Oh". Lauren said softly.

"I'm sorry sweetie. We will be at the hotel very soon. I just need to pick up the last of my things". Bo said.

"And you are sure you want to move out? Lauren asked.

"That hotel is pretty comfortable". Bo answered.

"Bo...

"Yes I am. Besides I will look for something permanent soon". Bo said ready to make her last turn.

Lauren was shocked by the statement. Bo loved the clubhouse. It was hers for the longest time. Everything was free because nobody thought to check on it. The Doctor was shocked that the Ash never did anything to disturb that when Bo first hit the scene. Bo was still so young in the Fae world, but after what Lauren had witnessed tonight, she never doubted that she knew what she was doing and going to do.

The Fae had cleared out the first time she moved Dyson without ever touching him. It surprised her too, but she was always learning something new about Bo every moment that they were together.

Pulling into the driveway, both women jumped out and Bo hurried into gather the rest of her stuff that she wanted to bring. Mostly clothes. She loved her bed but could always buy a better one. She wanted a new one for the next time she and Lauren made love. She had taken far too many lovers to bed in that one for it to matter as much as Lauren in her bed did and would.

"I'll just be a minute". Bo said as Lauren nodded.

The Doctor walked around the small living room and saw so much Bo that it almost broke her heart that the Succubus was ready to leave this place, but she would do nothing to dissuade her from doing so. She knew what it was like for someone to force you to live somewhere and a certain way.

Sitting on the couch, she watched whatever was playing on the television while she waited. True to her word, Bo was back downstairs with a heavy looking garmentb bag hanging over her shoulder until she dropped it.

"Good you came home". Kenzi sighed as she walked in, stopping in the foyer for a second.

"I'm ready Lauren". Bo smiled gently, as if she didn't hear Kenzi.

"Bo? Can't we talk first? Kenzi asked noticing the bag.

"I'm moving out Kenzi. You are welcome to stay here. Welcome to the food and amenities". Bo said gently.

"You're leaving me? Kenzi scoffed.

"You will still be claimed and safe from harm". Bo explained briefly.

"What did you do to her?! Kenzi snapped towards Lauren. The Doctor was about to answer when Bo cut her off.

"I said you were safe from the Fae, but if you ever speak to Lauren like that again, I will have no choice but to act! Bo snapped.

"You weren't like this before Bo! Not before you left to find her. You told me you were going to tell her that you and Dyson were back together". Kenzi snapped.

"I love Lauren, Kenzi! I am not sorry if that hurts your feelings but those are my feelings and there is nothing that you can say, plot or do to change that! Bo snapped motioning for Lauren to take her hand.

"It was those damn injections wasn't it? I warned you that she was a fake Doctor". Kenzi snapped again.

Bo growled and slammed Kenzi on the floor without ever touching her. The young woman was stunned.

"Apologize". The Succubus growled.

"I'm sorry. I'm sorry". Kenzi rambled seeing the bluest eyes Bo had ever shown her.

"Say her name this time". The Succubus snapped.

"I'm sorry Lauren". Kenzi said.

"Don't make me do worse next time Mackenzie". The Succubus snapped.

"I never told you my full name. How did you know that? Kenzi scoffed.

"I can read and you talk in your sleep". The Succubus said returning control to Bo again.

"Well shit". Kenzi whispered.

"Lets go Lauren. We need to get you to bed". Bo said gently pulling Lauren to and out the door.

Kenzi sat where she was until she heard Bo's car start and drive away. Even by the way she pulled off, she could tell the woman was still angry. That wasn't the Bo, Kenzi had come to know by now. She was going to have to dry a different approach the next time she spoke with her. She had always been good at getting people to see her side of things and act within her boundaries.

"I am so sorry about that". Bo whispered.

"Kenzi has always been like that Bo. I ran into her once when I was on an errand for the Ash. She nearly got caught stealing and ran off to avoid being arrested". Lauren confessed.

"Did she ever speak to you back then? Bo asked.

"No. The Fae wouldn't allow her near me. She tried to rob them but couldn't close enough to. She had no idea what she was dealing with. To her they looked human, but to me, they were pushy assholes". Lauren explained.

"That is over Lauren. I promise. Kenzi won't treat you like she did back there again and neither will the Fae". Bo said seriously. She lifted Lauren's hand and kissed it.

She had no idea that Lauren had seen Kenzi before. But it did explain Kenzi's obvious annoyance with her. She probably thought Lauren was a rich human with bodyguards when in fact she was a slave. Which led the Succubus to Nadia. She had no idea what Lauren had planned but whatever it was, would be too kind to the woman that had the most dedicated woman, Bo had ever seen in anyone. Thenthrew Lauren and her loyalty to saving her away.

She sped up noticing the time. Within half an hour they were back in their hotel suite. Lauren had showered and gone to bed in her own room. Which was fine with Bo. The Succubus would likely be up for hours and didn't want to toss and turn keeping Lauren up any longer than she needed to be.

She was happy and resolute with her choice. They were happy with their choice. She had never felt her Succubus come and go so quickly and easily before. So protective of the Doctor as Bo was.

Bo showered after Lauren, cleaned the bathroom, and quietly snuck into her room. Turned on the tv, and put it on mute. She watched whatever was on until she finally fell asleep.

Bo was up, dressed and waiting for Lauren the next morning. She was glad that she went back to the clubhouse, nothing she had at the hotel was suitable enough for a court appearance. She wanted to look nice for Lauren too. When Lauren stepped out of the bathroom, Bo's mouth dropped.

Lauren had on a white jacket and skirt that matched the black ones that Bo was wearing. With her hair framing her face, Bo was nearly purring at the sight.

"Wow". Bo whispered.

"Thank you. You look nice too". Lauren smiled. She knew had Bo dressed like that for her.

"You're welcome and shall we go? Bo smiled as she bit her lip. Her hair framed her face as well.

"Yes". Lauren said simply taking Bo's hand as they walked out of the suite and on to the elevator.

The women laughed and smiled on the way. Bo wanted Lauren like this. To feel loose and comfortable. She still didn't like it and had no idea what Nadia's lawyer had planned for Lauren, but she trusted that Lauren knew what she was doing.

When they finally arrived and entered the building, they were not surprised to see Aife there. She hadn't dressed liked them but still looked nice.

"Good morning my loves". Aife smiled.

Bo and Lauren turned around to see who she was talking to but didn't see anyone behind them.

"I meant the two of you". Aife laughed.

"Oh! Good morning! Bo and Lauren laughed together.

"Now Dr. Lewis. I want you to know you are not alone in this. I have never liked baby killers. So no matter what happens, I got your back". Aife said seriously.

"What does that mean mom? Bo asked.

"Don't worry sweetie. Everyone will be getting what they deserve today". Aife laughed.

"Oooooo weeeee. Don't you ladies look beautiful today! Hale smiled walking over to the trio.

"Siren". Aife said

"Aife. Lauren. Bo". Hale bowed.

"Made Captain yet? Aife laughed.

"Not yet. But thanks for asking". Hale smiled.

"Then why are you here? Bo asked.

"To lend moral support. Plus as the arresting officer, it is customary". Hale explained.

"Fine, but you better not blow this for Lauren". Bo bristled flashing her blue eyes.

"Bo". Lauren whispered.

"I'm fine". Bo said softly.

"Lets go in and get our seats". Lauren said softly pulling Bo with her.

Lauren, Bo, Aife and Hale took up four seats on the front row. After some time had passed Sasha took the seat directly behind Aife. She passed her a note and the Succubus nodded in response.

Well into the proceedings, Lauren had finally been called to testify.

"Dr. Lewis thank you for coming today. You were called as a character witness. Now do you understand that what means? Defense Attorney Moore asked.

"I understand". Lauren said flatly.

"Excellent. Lets proceed". Defense Attorney Moore said.

Lauren never flinched but waited for the next statement or question.

"Can you describe for the court, your feelings about my client, Nadia Wilson? Defense Attorney Moore asked.

"I have no feelings about nor for her. But if you are asking if she should be spared leniency? My answer is no. If you are asking if she is a good woman. My answer is yes and no. Nadia can be nice when she is getting what she wants, and when she's not, well you saw how that worked out for her old girlfriend and children". Lauren answered.

"Dr. Lewis need I remind you that you are under oath". Defense Attorney Moore snapped.

"I've told you the truth. The whole truth and nothing but the truth". Lauren replied looking everywhere but at Nadia.

"Then answer me as a Doctor". Defense Attorney Moore fired back.

"As a Doctor? I treated her for five years. For what I thought was an illness but even after Nadia had woken up, she might as well have stayed asleep. She was cold to me. Unappreciative and nearly threatening. No Doctor outside of a Psychiatrist would treat her now. But even then she can't be treated without her anger and disdain for all life surfacing. This is not a good woman at all". Lauren answered.

"That's not what you said five years ago. You sorry as loser of a bitch! Nadia snapped from her seat.

The Prosecutor rose to object but Lauren waived her off and replied. "I didn't know you were like this five years ago, had I known, I would have left you". She responded. She knew Nadia was trying to make her slip up, but she obviously didn't know who she was messing with.

"The defense does not have any further questions for this witness". Defense Attorney Moore said. Shaking her head. She warned Nadia that this wasn't a good idea.

"Very well. Does the Prosecution have any questions before I dismiss Dr. Lewis? The Judge asked.

"None Your Honor". Prosecutor Janice Williams answered.

"You are dismissed Dr. Lewis". The Judge nodded.

Lauren rose up and walked out of the courtroom with Bo following closely behind her.

"Do I need to tel...". Aife started.

"No ma'am. I got the message". Sasha answered from behind the Succubus.

"Good". Aife said standing up to leave the room. Sasha moved up and sat beside Hale as they trial continued.

"Are you ladies ok? Aife asked as she walked up on Bo holding a sobbing Lauren.

They had made it all the way outside before the Doctor broke. She wasn't about to allow Nadia to see her like that.

"I'm taking Lauren back to our hotel". Bo said gently pulling back.

"Then go. I will stay and see this through". Aife said pointing towards the building.

Bo nodded and pulled Lauren behind her.

"Game on bitches". Aife smiled flashing her Succubus eyes.

TBC

Bo wants Lauren to talk about Nadia.

Aife and Sasha take turns in Nadia's cell.

Dyson asks Kenzi to find him a healing Fae.

Trick asks Aife to take him to Bo.