Title: New Life
author: Cindy Ryan
notes and summary: See part one

Elijah, and Abbie were talking near where the old gate to the cemetery had stood. Ichabod was still trying to make contact with Katrina. Abbie was now explaining to Elijah how they were able to talk to Ichabod's wife.

"I have seen something similar done..."Elijah began but trailed off as one of the warlocks approached.

""Forgive the intrusion."the young brown haired man began.

"it's alright Elliott."Elijah replied.

"I called my cousin Thomas and spoke to him generically about a possible situation like this."Elliott explained."He sent me a link to a article about a really old book. Apparently a priest in the 1800's began a cult. This cult did all kinds of strange things including witchcraft. They became a powerful coven in Europe."

"Northern England actually."Elijah stated thoughtfully.

"You've heard of this book?"Abbie asked.

"I heard stories of the cult."Elijah corrected. "Elliott, what else did this article say?"

Elliott pulled out his phone and keyed up the email and then the link with the article. He handed it to Elijah who tilted it so Abbie could read also.

"I really think it would help our situation."Elliott insisted. "If half the spells are true..."

Elijah nodded as he quickly finished reading. Abbie whistled softly in amazement.

"How do we track it down?"Abbie asked.

"Leave that to me. If the book still exists I will get it here."Elijah promised then turned back to the warlock. "Thank you Elliott this will definitely even the odds in this battle and may avoid it all together."

"Katrina, my love."Ichabod greeted once the mirror communication finally worked. "I have been worried."

"I am sorry."Katrina replied as they stood in a grove of trees at night just like the last few times. "Are the vampires friends of yours?"

"By way of a werewolf."Ichabod replied. "The young woman Moloch captured. Is she alright?"

"I got her free for a little while then Moloch recaptured her."Katrina explained sadly. "I can not talk long, Ichabod. The vampires are enticing battle with Moloch."

"Be safe and communicate when you can."Ichabod replied.

Katrina nodded and the woods vanished and Ichabod found himself back in the SUV with Abbie tapping on the driver's window.

"I was successful, Lieutenant."Ichabod reported. "Though the conversation was much too short. She is with the vampires and they are doing battle with Moloch."

"That can't end well."Abbie muttered sarcastically. "What about Hayley?"

"Katrina freed her but only briefly Moloch has since recaptured her."Ichabod stated solemnly as he got out of the SUV.

"Well we knew this wouldn't be easy."Abbie replied. "One of the warlocks found what might be our ace in the hole. Elijah's working on getting it here. I just hope it's as powerful as the warlock claims because we need all the help we can get."

Moloch being a typical demon didn't do his own dirty work if he could help it. Klaus and Rebekah found themselves fighting through army after army of various undead warriors. Moloch had vanished sometime during the third battle. Katrina helped when she could but she was no match to keep up with Klaus and Rebekah's enhanced speed and strength.

Klaus was annoyed Moloch wasn't fighting them himself. It was more magic and parlor tricks. By the fifth battle Klaus stopped paying attention to what form the beings were they were fighting. It didn't matter. He could do this for hours and the demon knew it. Klaus had a feeling Moloch was enjoying that fact. Rebekah and Klaus were nothing but entertainment. That wasn't settling well with Klaus at the moment but there was nothing he could do but play along. Moloch would talk eventually and then Klaus would negotiate Hayley's freedom and get everyone home.

It took many phone calls and several hours but Elijah finally got to the right person. It was more precious time lost and two more calls before Elijah had the location of the cult's book. Some negotiation and dealing later the book which was currently on display at a history museum in northern Maine was being packaged for mail. It took some convincing but Elijah assured the curator that he would pick the book up and return it personally.

"At least it's in this country."Abbie commented after Elijah filled in the two Witnesses.

"And you wish to retrieve it on your own?"Ichabod inquired.

"It will be faster than them shipping it."Elijah stated with a grim smile. "I will text you when I leave the museum. I have instructed Elliott to be in charge of the others while I'm gone."

A few minutes later Elijah left. As he sped through the New England countryside Elijah hoped this lead would be what they needed. It had not been an easy year for the Mikaelsons's. Especially with the upcoming arrival of Klaus's child the family needed stability. Elijah would do what he had to in order to ensure his family safe and together.

Katrina watched in amazement as the vampires continued to fight. Several hours in they showed no sign of fatigue. She was also intrigued that Klaus could shift between human and wolf form on command. It served him well in battle and even the odds for the siblings. Katrina could feel Moloch's presence and knew he was watching. Knew this was nothing more than amusement to him.

The real battle was coming. Katrina just wished she had more to contribute. Her power was weakened in this realm. Katrina tried not to let herself hope that Hayley's predicament may lead to her freedom as well. She missed Ichabod and their brief conversations only heightened that ache. There had to be a way to make this work in her favor as well.

Hayley strained to see what was going on outside. She heard the unmistakably sounds of battle but didn't have a clear view. Hayley had heard Klaus call out to Moloch and knew the hybrid was in the thick of things. Part of Hayley was glad he was here. Despite everything and his sometimes warped view of priorities Klaus would take care of family that Hayley knew without a doubt.

The baby kicked and Hayley put a comforting hand over her stomach. Her unborn child had been active since the battle started sensing the tension. Hayley sat down as best she could in the small space and rubbed her stomach comfortingly. She had come here to try to give her daughter a safe normal life and had failed miserably. Some how Hayley had to correct that mistake. She owed that to her child.

"Your friends will fail."Moloch announced materializing next to Hayley's cage. "Your child will be mine."

"You're underestimating them."Hayley countered. "You are the one who will fail."

Moloch's laughter echoed through the cave as he left. Hayley glowered at the space the demon had been.

"Don't worry."Hayley said to her unborn child. "I'll get us out of here."

As the battle raged outside Hayley struggled to come up with a plan of her own. Even if she escaped Moloch how was she going to get back home?