Lauren's POV
Well shit. This is a problem. Not only did I just wipe Bo and her Succubus memories out, but in order to help her, I have to get her away from my parents or get my parents away from her. Ugh! I scream internally. Eros is looking back and forth between all of us wondering what can be done. I can't just pulse Bo or even show my Cyan eyes because one, she doesn't know who I am and two, my parents would see. I don't think she's playing a game because in my professional, medical opinion, she looks terrified. Think Dr. Lewis. Think.
Beth's POV
Who the hell are all of these people I wonder internally. How the hell did I get here is another burning question. The last thing I remember, I was home and mom was going off on me about being a monster. What the hell she was talking about I didn't know. I never liked Halloween, I barely care for scary movies. Those are for goth fans. Nothing about me screams goth except that I like black outfits.
This blonde is kind of hot. I wonder if she's ever kissed a girl? Hell I wonder if I have ever kissed a girl. Three of them must be her family because they are all huddled together staring at her as if they are scared to make a move.
Something inside of me is drawing me to the blonde like a magnet. Maybe I scared her too by the way she's looking me up and down. I know a few tricks to get her to talk. Trick? Why does that word or name ring a bell? Perhaps that's because Trix was one of my favorite childhood cereals. Think Beth. Think.
"Mom, dad, Stephen? I am going to help Beth. She looks like she needs medical attention", Lauren said walking towards the brunette.
"Lady I don't know you so don't be touching me anywhere that I don't allow you to. Besides do I look sick? Beth asked gesturing up and down her body.
"Well no. But you definitely look like a lost girl", Lauren said walking slowly over to Beth. She knew that even though Isabeau had lost her memories something inside of her always responded to Lauren. That's it!
"Sweetie my daughter is a smart cookie. If there is something wrong with you, she will help you find it", Mrs. Beattie smiled warmly towards Beth.
Dr. Lewis was trying her best not to blush. If only her mother knew how she was plotting to help Beth get her memories back. She could try to reverse what she had done to her parents but didn't want to take the risk of doing more damage than she had already done. Lauren licked her lips "Shall we go? She asked softly of Beth.
"Fine. But I don't look as innocent as you think I am", Beth said gesturing for Lauren to walk out before her. She had to keep an eye on her, although she didn't fear her, something about her made her a bit jumpy. Or parts of her jumpy.
Lauren had a cold chill run up and down her spine. There was someone important that didn't know what had happened and she thought it best to bite the head off the snake before it saw her, so to speak. She called Aife. Once they hung up, Lauren took a deep breath in gratitude that Aife didn't wig the hell out. Although she still could if Lauren failed. She thought about taking Beth to Aife to see if she would recognize her but if she only remembered the Dennis' that wouldn't work either.
Aife and Kenzi
"Whoa mama Succubus what's the hurry? Kenzi asked as Aife dragged her from her apartment.
"We're going to the Dal Riata for a couple of hours", Aife smiled warmly.
"Hours? As in 60 minutes an hour? Kenzi asked licking her lips.
"Yes", Aife laughed. She knew if Lauren was going to be successful she needed peace and quiet. It also gave her a chance to keep an eye on Trick. Slippery bastard was always up to something.
The Dal Riata
Trick was tired and furious. Aife had left Blackthorn a mumbling idiot and he didn't know half of the stuff he was trying to say. The only thing he knew to do was to find a nurse Fae. One that could take Blackthorn off of his hands. He was no babysitter. When Aife was a child Isabeau did most of the parenting. Probably why Aife doted over her mother more than she ever did Trick. They just never got along very well.
"The Blackthorn is still gumming his food huh? Christos laughed startling Trick out of his thoughts.
"Yes! Trick said tiredly.
"He knew not to test the Succubus. Even the fake one was a pain in all of our asses", Christos said.
Trick couldn't argue against that. He didn't know what Aife was capable of. She really was a walking time bomb waiting to explode on anyone that threatened her will.
"That's right boys and girls. Never fuck with a Succubus. Especially this Succubus", Aife laughed from behind Kenzi as they entered.
Kenzi was stumbling a bit and she hadn't even had a drink yet. Trick noticed and walked over to her. "Kenzi are you alright? He asked.
"Did you teach Aife how to drive? Kenzi asked nearly leaping to a seat at the bar.
"No. Isabeau taught her", Trick said.
"Ok. Noted", Kenzi said. She nearly kissed the countertop as a way of saying thanks that they made it there alive. She still didn't know why Aife was in such a hurry to get there. It was well known that she loathed Trick.
"Drink up. It's on the house", Aife said handing Kenzi a bottle of Trick's most expensive bottle of Vodka.
"Aife! Trick screamed when he noticed what she had done.
"Aife nothing. She can have that bottle", Aife laughed. She didn't plan on getting Kenzi drunk, she just wanted her happy and out of Lauren's way. She better fix Isabeau.
Beth's POV
I was wondering what the blonde was up to. She had taken me to another location. It was clean, white and empty. Nothing but white walls, shiny tables and equipment. What was she planning? If I really needed this medical attention, she could have treated me back at the other lab.
I wasn't complaining though. The blonde was hot and had a scent like Angels. I had taken a lot of deep breaths on the way over in appreciation. She didn't say anything or move much, other than occasionally glancing over in my direction. I glanced back. My eyes couldn't help roaming up and down her body. Even if she was sitting, she was still drop dead gorgeous.
"So you're Beth huh? She asked startling me. When did she even come back in the room? She gave me the most horrible gown I had ever seen or had worn before. The thing was drafty and very uncomfortable.
"Yes that's my name and I am sorry, I forgot yours", I lied. I knew her name. It was nearly tattooed in my brain. I just loved how it rolled off of her tongue. On the way out of the other lab a lot of Nurses and Doctors stopped her needing her help with other patients. They never called her anything but Dr. Lewis but I found her full name on one of the doors. I bet she thought I never noticed. I noticed. I noticed how she gently took my hand. I noticed how soft it was. I noticed how she looked at me after she was done helping every single Doctor or Nurse. I knew she was a Doctor and it's her nature to be warm and gentle with coworkers and patients. But I suspected it to be something more with me.
"My name is Dr. Lauren Lewis and I am going to help you", Lauren smiled warmly. She got her stuff ready to proceed with her tests. They had done this before and Isabeau really was sick but this seemed different to Lauren so she wanted to cover all of her bases. This wasn't a Fae case that landed on her desk, this was a lost and confused patient. Lauren couldn't imagine not knowing that you're really someone else but still be comfortable in knowing what you knew now even if you didn't think what you knew was wrong.
"So...Lauren what do you think is medically wrong with me? Beth winked. She wasn't about to be shy. Not when it could get her out of there and on her way to wherever the hell she lived now.
Lauren swallowed a laugh. She knew all of Isabeau's means of flirting so the childlike voice was not lost on her. "I'll run a few tests and let you know", She replied.
"Tests? What kinds of tests? Beth asked. She didn't like needles so she hoped these tests wouldn't include any.
"Well first I would like to check you out for a concussion", Lauren said waving the light in front of her, so she wouldn't jump or run off.
"I don't like the sound of that", Beth said. A concussion? What the hell was that? She never passed anything sciency in school with flying colors so she wouldn't remember the definitions.
"It's painless, I promise", Lauren said warmly. She still thought she could use her powers to reverse it, but didn't expect it to affect the Succubus so she wanted to use her medical skills and wiles first.
Aife and Kenzi.
"Where is Lauren and the Succubus? Kenzi slurred.
"They are busy", Aife said but didn't slur. To be a human Kenzi could knock back a few bottles, she thought. She wasn't knocking humans just admiring the girl's stamina.
Kenzi nearly threw up. The busy part was not lost on her and she didn't want nor need the image in her head. Since she hadn't heard from either of them, she assumed it had to be important and since they hadn't been by, she knew not to go knocking on Lauren's door.
"What does that mean? Trick asked of Aife.
"That means they are busy and it's none of your business", Aife snapped. Trick was a nosy fool that had to know everything so that he could try to control everything.
"She really doesn't like you", Christos laughed.
"No she really doesn't", Aife laughed lightly punching the old Fae in his arm.
"Aife no punching my guests", Trick said.
"Ohh I didn't hurt him! Aife laughed.
"No she didn't. It felt more like a tickle", Christos replied looking back and forth between them.
"See Trick. No harm. No foul", Aife seethed. Trick didn't like to see her have any fun, not even as a child. It was always stay in the house with your mother. Isabeau was warm and loving. How she found someone lukewarm like Trick baffled Aife.
Spending time with Isabeau was better for Aife. She taught her how and when to use her powers. Trick just wished she never had powers at all. "Duh then why marry a Succubus asswipe? Aife thought shaking her head in disgust. Isabeau had power that Trick needed and wanted. Aife vowed to never forget that. She even hoped to teach her baby Succubus how to stay away from leeches like Trick. She was happy she found Lauren. Lauren had more courage and guts than Trick ever had, even as a human.
Beth's POV
I am nearly panting. She's right in front of me. My nostrils are on fire from her scent. Damn it. Who the hell is this woman? She is literally like an Angel that fell from the sky. Every time she asked me a question I could smell her sweet breath. My mouth was growing dry by the minute in a mounting need to kiss her. Then I would have solid proof that she's kissed a girl. Once or twice. If I was her first, she would never forget it. I closed my eyes for a few seconds to calm my body.
"Beth? Beth can you hear me? Lauren asked.
"What? What was that? Beth asked.
"I said I'm done", Lauren replied.
"Is that all you are going to do? Beth asked. She wanted more personal time with the Dr. Even if she just met her.
"I think I've seen all that I needed to see", Lauren said turning towards her desk. She used some wipes to scrub her hands.
"Have you ever kissed a girl? Beth asked now standing directly behind the Doctor.
Lauren smiled. "Yes I have Beth many times. I'm shocked you don't remember it".
"You...I...we...? Beth stuttered.
Lauren smiled. Time to wake the Succubus.
Lauren turned around. Gripping Beth's gown she pulled it off of her and walked them backwards towards the exam table. Beth could do nothing but hold on to Lauren's lab coat. She had to admit Dr. Lewis looked hot in it.
Beth's world was spinning before she could look Lauren up and down again the Doctor roughly slammed her body down on to the table. It didn't even hurt.
Laying on top of Beth fully clothed, Lauren smiled as she watched those brown eyes light up with excitement. Taking one hand she bent Beth's head up at an angle. She heard a small grunt but nothing that wasn't consensual. With her second hand she slipped two fingers inside the brunette. She pushed hard and fast watching her eyes closely. She nearly laughed at how loud Beth was as she increased her force and pace.
"Come on respond", Lauren whispered.
"Huh? Beth moaned.
"Come on", Lauren said a little louder.
Minutes passed and the table beneath them was nearly moving across the floor. "Are you hungry Beth? Lauren asked after she saw what she needed to see.
"Starving", Beth panted.
"That's what I thought", Lauren said finally kissing Beth. Beth didn't know what to do but moan into the Doctor's mouth. Her tongue was dancing violently against hers and she loved it. She could feel her juices pouring out onto the table as Lauren continued to pound inside of her. When Lauren pulled back it confused her. Then the space between their lips turned blue. She thought Lauren was doing that but it was her. She took delicious ounce after delicious ounce from Lauren.
"Hello Succubus", Lauren smiled warmly running a finger down the side of brunette's face. She saw those blue eyes and knew it was her. She had seen them more than once in their current position. Even the third time they made love. When they flashed back between brown and blue, she knew Bo was back too. Slowly she pulled up and off of the brunette.
"You can get dressed now", The Doctor said pulling her lab coat off and tossing it into the nearest bin.
"Lauren can we...
"We just did. I need to go and check on my parents", Lauren said grabbing a fresh pair of clothes to change.
The Succubus stood still. She knew Lauren was right. This wasn't the time for them to talk about their relationship. She just found her family and they come first right now. Besides she had a date with Trick. The thought left her bristling. She washed up, dressed and met Lauren at the door.
Aife and Kenzi
"You shouldn't have given her all of that liquor", Trick said looking at Kenzi who was slumped over the bar counter.
"Foolish Blood King. Watch and learn", Aife laughed lifting Kenzi's head.
"I'm ok mama Succubus", Kenzi mumbled.
"You will be", Aife said sending a strong pulse into Kenzi's head.
Kenzi sat up like she had just woke up from a long night of sleep. "How did you? What did you? Kenzi asked.
"All about the Succubus sweetie. All about the Succubus", Aife laughed.
"Wait can Bo? Kenzi asked wide-eyed. If Aife could, Bo could. Bo was literally an Aspirin and either the girl didn't know it or didn't show it.
"Yes she can", Aife laughed after watching Kenzi debating in her mind.
"If I dug chicks...", Kenzi started.
"You wouldn't stand a chance with me if either of us did", Aife laughed. Kenzi was quite amusing. She can see why she was Isabeau's best friend.
Lauren and the Beatties
"Hey how are they? Lauren asked after gently rubbing Stephen's shoulder. He looked as tired as she had ever seen him.
"Mom's resting. It took her awhile to go to sleep though. When can we, they leave? Stephen asked.
"As soon as I can examine her", Lauren sighed. She knew she could probably let them go that night but she didn't want to risk sending them off into the night if her mother wasn't at least able to walk out on her own powers. Her mother never liked canes or wheelchairs so she knew if she was going to release her, she had to be able to walk.
"So tomorrow then? Stephen asked. He was ready to go home.
"Yes possibly. I'm sorry. I know you don't like it here with all the monitors and smell of death. Stephen never liked clinics. He always wondered how Lauren could stand it. Even before she changed her name she was always doctoring something or someone.
"It's fine. I can hang one more night", Stephen said.
Lauren was faced with another problem. Where would they go? Was their old house still theirs? Was it still livable? "What about the house? Lauren asked.
"As far as I know it's fine. I called one of our old neighbors. After they cursed me out for not staying in touch, they said it's fine. Empty but fine", Stephen sighed. He was happy they still had a chance to go home. He and Lauren had a lot of good memories with their parents there.
"Good. I know they loved that house and I was just wondering if they could go home again", Lauren said. She felt quite guilty for not staying in touch and knew how she would get the threat of Stephen and her being arrested erased.
"They can't afford it though Lauren. I am not sure they even have bank accounts anymore", Stephen said rubbing his forehead.
"You let me worry about that. You just make sure they get some rest tonight and get some yourself. I'll arrange for a comfortable room for you", Lauren said.
Karen or Lauren. Stephen knew when she was plotting something and in his current state of mind, he wasn't about to fight her. "You're leaving huh? Stephen asked.
"I have something to do", Lauren smiled. She did have plans and wanted to get started on one of them right away.
"Ok. I know that look. Go", Stephen said.
"Don't worry. I run this place and I will make sure they are checked on during the night", Lauren said rubbing his back.
"Cool. Now go. I need sleep", Stephen laughed.
Lauren kissed him on his forehead and headed towards the nearest Nurse's desk. After she was given updates, she gave instructions and made her way to her car.
The Dal
Kenzi had been all over Trick's liquor after Aife had cured her headache and the room stopped spinning. She loved the Dal even more now. She would also swipe a few bottles later to take home.
"Do you see what you've started? Trick asked.
"Oh please. She's not doing anything here that she hasn't before", Aife laughed looking at Kenzi pocketing a bottle.
"Why are you here Aife? Trick asked. They had nearly drank every bottle he had behind the bar.
"For fun of course", Aife laughed. She knew just her presence bothered Trick and she couldn't care less.
"Doc! There you are", Kenzi screamed towards Lauren as she pushed her way through the crowd.
"Kenzi we need to talk. It's important", Lauren said.
"You got it hotpants! Kenzi said twirling around on her bar stool to face her.
"Not here though", Lauren said.
"Sure. Wherever you need to go is fine with me", Kenzi said.
"Good because Lauren is not welcome here", Trick said walking towards them.
"And I don't want to be here. You would likely put a spell on me or a blade to my neck. It wouldn't shock me if you told the Lich I was Bo's lover and that's how he found out about us", Lauren said.
When Trick turned away rubbing his hands down his sides, the three ladies gasped. Lauren stood with her mouth wide open. How evil can one man be?
"Trick! Kenzi snapped.
"Get out of my bar! Trick yelled over his shoulder.
"What? You never talked to me like that before", Kenzi said.
"I was talking to Lauren! Trick screamed. His face was candy apple red now.
"You wanna yell at someone? Yell at me Blood Coward! The Succubus snapped hitting Trick in his face with Hades' bone.
"Yes! My baby is back! Aife laughed while clapping.
TBC