Chapter 27
Hailey had spent another monotone week; she would wake up, go to work, run a few errands, watch TV, shower, go to bed and repeat. She hadn't heard from Castiel since she kicked him out. She had tried to pray to him and ask him to come to her but it wouldn't. She felt like she had messed things up with the only person who, knew her now or worst he couldn't come to her, maybe he was hurt or worst. Today was Friday, not too long ago it meant clubbing with Jo, or going to play pool with the boys. Now it meant she had two days she had nothing to do but think and worry. Maybe she could ask her boss for an extra shift. She got out of bed and ate a banana before she squeezed herself into her uniform to go to work. Today she was suppose to help train her eventual replacement, since Hailey was now 28 weeks pregnant, they expected her to go on maternal leave soon. Hailey couldn't stand the idea of just staying home and waiting for her baby to come. She always kept busy and she needed her work to change her mind about everything else going on. But she would take that time to start and set up the baby's room. Call her suspicious, she didn't want to rush buying baby things. She went to her checkups, everything seemed fine. Hailey refused to know the sex of the baby, wanting to have the surprised when the day would come. Since it was raining that morning Hailey took her father's pick-up and noted to herself to check the starter when she could, since the old pick up had a hard time starting up. She pulled away from her parking spot and sang to Bohemian Rhapsody from Queen at the top of her lungs, cranking the volume up. As she pulled in back of the coffee shop, the rain changed into flurries, Hailey wrapped her brown leather jacket as much as she was able too, she couldn't zip the thing for a while now. She knew she had to go shopping soon, she hated shopping. Once inside the shop, Hailey shook off her jacket and hung it behind the counter.
Good morning. Greeted Ruth, shaking her head disapprovingly.
Hailey, you are going to be sick! Pregnant women shouldn't dress `sexy`, they should dress comfortable and well, warm.
Awww.. Ruth, I'm flattered, you think I'm sexy, but I don't swing that way. Hailey said as sweetly as she could. Ruth seemed shocked and huffed as she went in the back, that's when she heard a chuckle from behind her.
Hailey turned around to the sound and saw a tall woman, about her age, smiling down at her.
Good to know. The woman nodded.
I'm sorry, we're not opened yet... Hailey said politely.
I know... It's my first day... I'm Alex by the way.
Oh, right! Sorry. Well I'm Hailey and that charming lady over there is Ruth, you'll love her. Hailey said the last part sarcastically and both girls laughed.
Oh I'm sure I will... Alex said.
Hailey spent the day showing Alex what her days were at the coffee shop. She had to admit; Alex was already very good in rushes and didn't break the espresso machine once. They had laughed and chatted together all day. When their shift ended and Alex saw Hailey squeeze into her jacket she smiled and walked to her.
Hey... I was wondering, I have to pick up a few things at the mall. No offense, but I think you could use a new jacket... It's only gonna get colder here. I promise it will look sexy and Ruth will disapprove.
Hailey laughed and looked down at herself.
Well, the only shirt that isn't too small now is Sammy's shirt...
Boyfriend? Alex asked wiggling her eyebrows and Hailey laughed.
No... no Sam is more like a brother to me.
Ah... poor guy...
Why? Hailey asked rising an eyebrow.
You friend zoned him...
What? No... Hailey laughed
We grew up together, we're more like family.
So he's gay?
What!? No! Sam is far from gay. Hailey defended him.
I rest my case, you totally friend zoned him. C'mon we only have like 4 hours to shop.
Hailey shook her head and smiled before following Alex out. She desperately needed clothes and she couldn't remember the last time she went shopping with a friend. It must have been at least a year ago with Jo. A sad smile crossed her face at the thought of Jo. She missed her a lot. Jo was fun and yeah she didn't seem to approve of her and Dean being together but it was only her way to look out for Hailey, sure she was pretty sure there was a bit of jealousy in there too. After all Dean had turned her down. But Jo was her go to when she needed someone to talk to or just let loose.
They took Hailey's pick-up and drove to the nearest mall. Once there they walked around and when Alex spotted a maternity store she pulled Hailey inside. Hailey had tried on so many clothes she was actually working a sweat; she was really out of shape and couldn't wait to work out once she had the baby. They had picked out a couple of pants with an extendible waist, a few shirts, underwear that Hailey wouldn't be caught dead wearing usually, two bras and her favorite a knee long black suit coat that actually fit her. Hailey was surprised the clothes she picked still had her style, but she could now breathe in them. When they went to the cash register to pay, Hailey's eyes grew at the total of her shopping spree. Maternity clothes didn't come cheap. She pulled out a stolen credit card she hadn't used since she was here and sighed in relief as it was accepted.
Alex had picked up a few things but at a regular store that had regular prices. They decided to stop and have dinner together and chatted. Alex had grew up in this town but she wanted to travel, have an adventure of a life time. She had a brother and was saving up to get enough money to try and start a new life, maybe in Paris.
So tell me... What's your story? Alex asked and she leaned her elbows on the table, showing her she had all of her attention.
Hailey felt a slight panic rise in the pit of her stomach. Alex noticed and decided to start with easy questioned.
Mysterious... I like it! But tell me where you from? Obviously not here cuz I would know.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota... My mom... past away when I was a baby. So it was just me and dad, mostly.
...And Sam. Alex winked and Hailey laughed.
Yeah, Sam, Dean and their dad would pop by once in a while. John, their dad, would usually drop them off for a case- Hailey stopped herself.
Ohh, a cop? Sexy... Alex said, not noticing Hailey had froze.
Yeah... well more like private detective... secret stuff and all that... She half lied.
...He would leave for days... sometimes weeks, so yeah I grew close to the boys. But then they got into... the family business as well, but they would still come around now and again... She trailed off
So if Sammy was friend zoned, I'm betting you and Dean... Alex smirked as she wiggled her eyebrows again and Hailey couldn't help but laugh.
I had the hugest crush on him growing up. But he wouldn't give me the time of day... Too busy jumping anything that would look his way. God I was so jealous. Hailey giggled.
Aaaaannnd? Alex begged her to continue.
And... Hailey looked down at her belly, not wanting to go into the details.
Wow! Alex said surprised but then was dying to know more.
What happened? I don't mean to pry but I was told you were single... Alex asked completely absorbed in Hailey's life story. Hailey was quiet for a moment, playing with her straw of her soda in front of her.
He left...
Asshole. Alex couldn't help but say.
No... I mean, it wasn't like that... It was before I knew I was pregnant... He wanted to stay... He just... couldn't. He doesn't... He doesn't know.
Why? Alex asked and Hailey took another breathe, she was nosy but it felt good talking about it, even if she couldn't tell her Dean died, went to hell an angel told her she was pregnant and the child was supposed to be a warrior, the greatest warrior... And she had to stay away to protect her child from the life of supernatural being, for now.
Their family business... It isn't safe for a baby. Dean doesn't have the safest life... It's just, better this way. He is really an important part of the job. I can't ask him to quit, I have to think of the baby now. Anyways he moved on... Hailey prayed Alex was done playing 20 questions.
Alex nodded and was silent for a while, eating her salad.
Does anybody, back home, know?
Hailey looked down in what seemed like shame and Alex regretted asking then.
Well, you don't have to be alone anymore, you got me. Alex smiled and Hailey was surprised, she barely met the girl.
I always wanted to be a cool aunt. She winked and Hailey shook her head and smiled.
Both finished their meals and talked about stupid unimportant things, Hailey had to admit she hadn't felt normal like this since forever. The girls drove back to the coffee shop and Alex grabbed her bags and jumped into her own car and drove off. Hailey drove back home and started to put her new clothes away. That's when she felt a short but sharp pain across her stomach. She froze and put a protective hand on her belly. She waited but the pain was gone. As she continued folding her new pants, another sharp pain came and Hailey felt her stomach tighten and her legs gave out. She was all sweat in seconds and she tried to breathe through the pain.
Castiel...Something's wrong. Please Castiel! Hailey pleaded as yet another wave of pain passed and she fell completely on the ground.
Help. She choked out before blacking out.
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Castiel sat besides Dean's hospital bed, waiting for him to wake. He had made the hunter face his demon in the literal sense, seeking to find who was killing all the angels by making Dean torture Alistair. The devil's trap was tampered and Dean almost died at the hand of the demon. Castiel had arrived in time and launged the blade into his heart, but not before Alistair had hinted no demon could end an angel. He had found out Uriel was behind it all. He almost died but Anna saved his life, by ending Uriel's. Castiel was completely lost and confused. Everything he ever believed in was put into question. He stared at the beaten hunted, feeling guilty for putting him in this situation. Slowly Dean started to wake up.
Are you alright? Asked Castiel looking afar.
No thanks to you. Dean answered in a dry voice.
You need to be more careful.
You need to learn how to manage a damn devil's trap. Dean said weakly.
That's not what I mean... Uriel is dead.
Was it the demons? Dean asked worried
It's disobedience... He was working against us. Dean seemed half surprised but didn't say anything. His face changed before he spoke.
Is it true? Dean asked and Castiel looked confused.
Did I break the first seal?... did I start all this?
Yes. Castiel answered truthfully.
When we discovered Lilith's plan for you... we led siege to hell... and we fought our way to get to you before you-
Jumped started the apocalypse...
...But we were too late.
Why didn't you just leave me there then? Dean said his voice full of shame.
It's not blame that falls on you, Dean. It's faith. The righteous man who begins it, is the only one who can finish it. You have to stop it.
Lucifer?... The apocalypse?... What does that mean?
Castiel was silent.
Hey! Don't you go disappearing on me you son of a bitch. What does that mean? He tried to say louder, demanding an answer.
I don't know...
BULL!
I don't. Dean they don't tell me much. I know our faith rest with you.
Then you guys are screw-
Before Dean could finish Castiel jumped out of his seat, standing up and listened.
Cas? Dean asked worried.
Cas what is it?... Angel radio?... Cas!
Hailey. Castiel whispered his eyes widened.
Hailey? Wha- But Castiel was already gone.
CAS! Dean called loudly trying to sit up, ripping a few IV's as he did. Soon enough a few nurses came running and pushed him back down the bed. He fought them off.
WHAT ABOUT HAILEY? CAS! Dean yelled and one of the nurses injected him with painkillers and Dean went limp.
