Chapter 3
Carly helped Rachel into her apartment, on the fifth floor of a walk up apartment building, unlocked her door and both girls walked in. She helped Rachel, who had stopped sobbing, to sit on the couch and sat next to her.
Honey, what happened? She asked a second time.
I was in the pool house, I heard a noise... it was Lucas, Lucas and Johanna... all over each other. Rachel managed to explain.
Are... are you sure? Carly asked and Rachel looked at her angrily.
Right, stupid question... God, I'm so sorry babe. Is there anything I can do?
I can't breathe in this stupid dress. She answered pulling at the dress.
OK, I'll get you something comfy, I'll be right back. Carly said and left the room.
Rachel reached behind, unzipped her dress and unclipped her bra taking her first deep breath since they left the party. She felt the weight of her phone fall forward, took it out and, out of habit, checked her phone. 10 missed calls, 15 texts messages, all from Lucas.
Carly came back, with an oversized sweat shirt and a pair of yoga pants. Before she could make her presence known, she jumped as Rachel threw her phone against the wall. She decided not to comment on the mark it left on her wall and walked in.
Hey, here you go, you can change in the bathroom. I'll set up the couch for you? Carly said handing the clothes to Rachel.
Rachel nodded, took the clothes and walked into the bathroom. Carly went to get the extra sheets and blankets from her room and set up the couch making sure she fluffed the pillow on the couch too. She decided to go into the kitchen and make some tea. Somehow when she was sad tea always comforted her. She heard the door of the bathroom open and heard Rachel walk to the living room. It took some time to heat the water and stew the tea. When Carly had finished and poured them each a cup, walking back into the living room, she frowned at a sleeping Rachel on the couch. She decided to set down Rachel's tea on the coffee table, in case she woke up. She was just about to leave when a buzzing sound was heard. Carly turned to the noise and saw Rachel's phone light up on the floor. She put her own tea cup on the table and walked to the phone, picking it up. She had a few words she wanted to say to Lucas so she quickly made her way to her room before she answered it.
You listen to me asshole. Rachel deserves so much better than a cheating piece of-
Hello? She heard an unfamiliar voice on the other end.
Uhh... I'm sorry who's this? Carly asked regretting she didn't check the caller ID.
Hm... Is Rachel there? She heard the rough voice ask.
She's unavailable at the moment. May I ask who's speaking? Carly said in her best secretary voice, trying to balance out how she answered the phone.
Is she okay? The voice asked in concern.
Who are you?
I'm... a friend.
Well, friend, call back tomorrow at a decent time. Carly said annoyed by the mysterious caller and ended the call.
She peeked out of her room and saw Rachel was still fast asleep. She stared at the phone in her hands and swiped it open. She went straight to the phone book and pressed on the recent calls.
Dean? Who the hell is that? Carly asked herself softly and continued to go through her friend's phone. She found the text messages, ignoring the ones from Lucas but another one caught her eye.
Sam... she quickly read the message and frowned.
Was Rachel also having an affair?
The next morning...
Rachel woke up in a start by banging in the kitchen. She sat up and stretched. She felt her eyes swollen from crying last night and her heart hurt as she remembered the events of last night. Another bang from the kitchen made her jump and Rachel got up to see what was going on.
Carly was cleaning her kitchen and making as much noise as she could.
Hey... good morning. Rachel said
Uh huh... was all Carly responded, not bothering to turn around.
Is everything ok? Asked Rachel, knowing her friend.
You tell me Ray.
What are you talking about?
You know, I'm all for hating Lucas, right now. But here's the thing... I'm not sure who really is the bad guy here.
What? Asked Rachel completely lost.
Ok. Imma ask this only once... Did you have an affair before Lucas did?
No! I told you! Where is this coming from?
Who's Dean, Rachel? Carly finally asked and Rachel eyes got wider.
Or Sam? Or Bobby? Are you... Are you sleeping with all of them? Carly whispered the question.
No, no and god no! How do you even know these names?
I picked up your phone last night, thinking it was Lucas calling and I gave him a piece of my mind but it wasn't Lucas.
Oh, god. Rachel said and took a seat at the lunch counter holding her head with both her hands, not knowing how to get out of this one.
Rachel, I thought I was your friend, I thought we told each other everything... Are you in trouble or something?
No, they're just... friends.
That's what he said when I asked who he was, refusing to give me a name by the way. I had to find it in your phone.
So you went through my phone?
That's beside the point. Did you meet them in New-York?
Would you settle for a sometimes it's just better not knowing?
Oh my god... It's drugs isn't it?
Really? I look like an addict to you?
Maybe a pusher? Carly suggested and Rachel couldn't help but laugh.
It's not funny Ray! I want to be on your side here!
I never cheated on Lucas okay? Your just gonna have to trust me that the less you know the better.
That is such a mafia thing to say...
Carrrlllyyyyy... begged Rachel.
Alright, fine. I don't get to know! But if it's illegal shit the door's right there and I ain't kidding Rachel. Said Carly pointing at the door.
Rachel smiled and didn't move.
Ok... Do you want some coffee?
Yes please.
Then get dressed I'm out of coffee.
Right, but I think my dress is too much for coffee...
Oh! Right, let me get you something... You might want call that Dean guy back while I get you some clothes. I kinda called him a cheating piece of shit or something last night.
What?!
I told you I thought it was Lucas. Carly said before leaving.
Great, this is just... great.
The girls went to the same cafe as the day before but this time Carly had to park in the back of the coffee shop, since no more parking space was available on the side of the street. They got out of the car and started to walk by the alley, when Rachel froze, feeling a cold shiver intensely running up her spine. Carly was busy putting her keys in her purse and literally walked into Rachel.
Hey, what's- Carly started to ask but stopped as a man came out of the alley, the same man that creep them out yesterday.
Well, well, well, if it isn't Rachel. The man said her name in a fast whisper.
Carly get back in the car, lock the doo-. Rachel was thrown in the air and landed against the dumpsters at the far end of the parking lot.
Rachel! Screamed Carly, terrified.
The man smiled, pleased and walked past Carly as if she wasn't even there. Carly tried to run, but her feet wouldn't move, she was paralyzed. All she could do was watch.
The man lifted his hand and Rachel lifted from the rubble. She could barely keep focus and her whole body was in pain, she was having a hard time breathing. She managed to focus enough to see the man standing right in from her now.
Let me guess, you're Legion's... sorry, was legion's bitch. Rachel spat out and received a hard punch in the jaw, she spit blood in his face in return.
And you're... nothing. The demon smiled flashing his black eyes.
Exorcizamus te, omnis immundus spiritus, omnis santanica postesta, omnis incursio-
Rachel was once again thrown against the brick wall and fell face down on the concrete. She coughed up blood and tried getting up but her arms gave in and she fell again.
Infernalis adversarii omnis legio, omnis congregation et secta diabolica. Ergo omnis legio diabolica, adiuramus te... She barely whispered but the demon started to breathe heavily and backed a few steps back and tried forcefully to get to her.
Cessa decipere humanas creaturas, eisque eaternea perditionis venenum propinare.. vade. Satana, inventor et magister omnis fallaciae, hostis humanae salutis...
Carly watched in horror and all of a sudden her legs gave out and she fell down.
NOOOOOO You bitch!
Humiliare sub potenti manu dei contremisce et effuge invocato a nobis sancto et terribili nomine quen inferi tremunt ad insidiis diabolic, libera nos domine
I'll tell hell you're back! I'll tell everyone! Roared the demon.
Ut ecclesiam tuam secura tibi facias libertate servire te rogamus audi nos.
AHHHHH! Screamed the demon as black smoke gushed out of its mouth.
Carly watched in horror as the smoke blew out of the man and the body fell limp on the ground. She waited a few seconds before she managed to get up her feet and ran towards Rachel, making sure she kept a distance to the body on the ground. She practically threw herself next to Rachel, who was barely conscious, spitting blood. Her face was bruised and bloodied. Her left eye was already swollen shut.
Are... you... okay? Rachel managed to say between her short breaths.
Yes, yes I'm ok. You... you don't look so good. Carly sobbed.
I... Had...Worst... Rachel said truthfully and managed to smile.
Tell... Dean...Trust... them... You can... trust them. Rachel said more softly before she finally passed out.
The Winchesters were on their way to Bobby's, they had yet again won against a vengeful spirit. Dean was tapping his hands to the beat of ACDC on the wheel while Sam nodded off and on. The ringing of a phone woke Sam up and he opened the glove compartment, a few cell phones dropping to the floor, looking for the ringing one. He took one of Dean's and looked at the caller ID.
It's Rachel. He told his brother.
Dead looked at his brother and the phone before taking it from him and answering.
Hey.
Dean?
Who's this? Dean asked, sitting straighter and Sam instantly got worried.
Carly, Rachel's friend... listen I- I... Carly trailed off sobbing.
Carly... I need you to calm down and tell me what happened? Dean managed to say calmly and Sam's heart stopped.
She... she was attacked, I don't know it was... it wasn't... It wasn't human, but it looked like one. She's hurt, it's bad. Real bad, I'm at the hospital, they won't tell me anything.
What hospital!? Dean asked, pressing harder on the gas paddle.
Avera Heart hospital.
We're three hours out, I'll be there in two. Dean said before he hung up and threw the phone.
What the hell happened!? Sam asked.
Rachel got attacked by god knows what, her friend seemed freaked out. She said it's bad Sam... Dean took his eyes off the road and saw a horrified Sam.
We won't lose her, I won't let that happen. Not again.
Cas! CAS! Rachel's in trouble! Dean shouted and both brother looked in the back seat but Castiel wasn't there.
Son of bitch! The one time I need him! Dean yelled while swerving the impala, cutting off another car.
Sam took a phone and started dialing.
What are you doing?
Calling Bobby. One of us should be there with her.
CAAASSSS! Dean roared, drifting the car in a curb, driving as fast as he could.
Carly sat in the waiting area that the nurse asked her to wait. She nervously shook her leg while she bit her thumb nail, jumping each time the doors banged open. She tried pushing the memories of what happened in the back of her mind and concentrated on praying that Rachel was going to be ok.
The doors banged again and Carly saw Lucas run to the nurse's desk.
I received a call, there was an accident, Rachel Lee? Lucas said out of breath.
You are?
Lucas Weldon, I'm her emergency contact. I'm... her boyfriend.
She's in OR right now, the doctor will be with you as soon as possible. You can have a seat over there. The small nurse said.
Lucas turned around and saw Carly getting up. They shared a pained look.
What- what happened? He asked walking to her.
We were going to Expresso, I had... I had to park in back, this guy, he... he just threw her.
He threw her?
The doors banged again and they saw the sheriff and two police officers walk in, the sheriff eyes widened a bit when she saw the two of them before she went to the counter. After a short talk with the nurse Jody quickly sent the officers back and walked to the pair.
Hi, I'm Jody mills, the nurse said you were with Rachel when she was attacked? Jody asked and Carly nodded, hugging herself.
How about we get you some coffee and you can tell me what happened? Jody continued stretching her arm towards the elevator, Carly seemed unsure looking at Lucas.
It's okay, go. If I get any news I'll come find you okay? Lucas said softly and Carly made her way to the elevators followed closely by Jody.
Once they made it to the cafeteria, Carly took a seat in the far end and Jody went to get Carly a cup of coffee. She handed it to her once she came back and took a seat, facing Carly.
So, before you tell me what happened... I want to tell you no matter how... Crazy you think it sounds... I'll believe you. Jody begun, she received a call about an attack and a body. When Jody arrived at the crime scene, she quickly noticed that the body seemed to have been shot in the chest quite some time ago, there was no blood and the wound didn't look so fresh, she quickly understood they were dealing with something supernatural, probably a demon. She found out the eye witness had left in the ambulance with the victim, that's when she decided to get the statement herself and then call Bobby about. Her heart sunk when she saw Lucas and Carly looking worried in the waiting area, she knew right then who the victim was and it was most definitely supernatural.
The guy, I think he knew Ray, He said her name, she told me to lock myself in the car, I couldn't move, I literally couldn't move a muscle. Then... Rachel was thrown across the parking lot, but... carly trailed off not wanting to continue and hear how impossible it sounded out loud.
It's okay Carly, you're safe now. Jody reassured her.
He never touched her. He got her up, or maybe she got up? He was too far to pick her up, I think. But yeah they seemed to know each other. He punched her, hard... Rachel started talking weird, like Spanish or something? She was thrown again, she hit the brick wall that time, the noise was... horrible. Carly explained remembering the cracking sound.
Jody took a calming breath, trying to stay professional.
The man, started getting mad, like real pissed. He was screaming in pain, I don't know... and then, there was a lot of... smoke and he fell down, I did too. I ran to her, I thought she was dead. Carly starting sobbing.
You must think I'm absolutely insane... I think I am.
No, I don't. I think what attacked Rachel, wasn't human. Jody said cautiously and Carly's eyes widened.
Did Rachel ever talk about, weird stuff?
No? Carly answered and Jody seemed disappointed.
Did you tell Lucas about what you saw?
Hum, no. He came a few moments before you.
Alright, listen, I think, for the moment, what you told me, should stay between us. Whatever attacked Rachel is dead, gone. I'll have people, who know about this stuff, look into it. My official report will say a man physically attacked Rachel, he was already wounded, and Rachel fought him in self defense and he died from his previous injuries.
Why?
If you haven't seen it for yourself, would you believe your story? Jody asked and Carly shook her head, she did see it and she had a hard time accepting it was real herself.
If you're ready, I can walk you back to the waiting room, I have a few calls to make but I can stay till we know how Rachel is doing?
Alright. But, are you sure, he's dead?
I'm pretty sure he's rotting in hell as we speak. Jody said confidently.
When they made their way back to waiting room, Jody was surprised to see Bobby at the nurse's station.
Bobby? Jody called him and Carly remembered the name from Rachel's phone.
Is she okay? Bobby asked walking towards both women.
We don't know yet, she's in the OR right now. I was just about to call you myself, how-
Sam called me. They're on their way here too, shouldn't be too long.
So you... all know each other?
We do, you must be Carly, it's nice to finally meet you, Rachel spoke only good things of you.
Rachel never mentioned any of you.
I'm sure she had her reason. Bobby said with a kind smile.
I'm sorry, who are you? Lucas asked Bobby, finally taken a step forward, making his presence known. Before Bobby could answer Carly spoke up.
One of Rachel's regulars, back when she used to work at Charlie's. Bobby, this is Lucas Rachel's-
Boyfriend, of course. It's nice to finally meet you. Bobby said before shaking the man's hand.
More like ex-boyfriend, I'd say... Carly said a bit bitterly. Both Jody and Bobby shared a surprised look.
Carls... Started Lucas, with a pained look on his face.
I really don't care right now Lucas. Carly said and walked past him and took a seat. Jody quickly sat next to Carly and both men stood awkwardly a moment before Lucas decided to sit a few seats further then the women, Bobby made his way next to Jody.
The trio sat in silence for a long while.
Doesn't your dad work here? Can he, I don't know, get some news for us? Carly asked, breaking the silence.
He left this morning for a conference. He's in out of town. Lucas answered and the silence returned.
After an hour, Jody got up and went to the cafeteria to get everyone a coffee. When she came back she gave them each a cup, which they were all grateful for, sipping coffee was better than watching the clock on the wall tick.
The four of them jumped as the doors banged loudly open and the Winchesters ran inside. Bobby and Jody both got up.
Where is she!? Dean asked, panic written all over his face.
She's in the OR, they didn't tell us anything more, son. Bobby explained.
I'm sorry- Lucas started to say, passing Bobby to face Dean.
Without missing a beat Dean slammed his fist against Lucas' jaw.
Hey! Hey! Hey! Jody yelled getting between the two men while Sam was already pulling Dean away.
What the hell was that for!? Jody asked pushing Dean away trying to get Dean to look at her.
Oh, he knows. Dean growled, not taking his eyes off of Lucas.
Who, the fuck are you!? Lucas demanded, holding his jaw.
The guy who will kill you if you ever hurt her again!
Dean! That's enough! Bobby yelled.
Dean? You're Dean? Lucas said, remembering the many nights Rachel said that name in her dreams. He asked her multiple times who was Dean but Rachel told him she had no clue or even recognition of her dreams.
Lucas charged at Dean but Jody and Bobby were able to pull him away before he got to his target.
How do you know Rachel!? Yelled Lucas, trying to push both people who were holding him back now.
ENOUGH! Shouted Carly, getting all of their attention, and mentioned, with her head, the stunned doctor standing next to her.
Lucas pushed his way to the doctor, Jody and Bobby followed while Dean couldn't move, too afraid of what the doctor would say. Sam let go of his brother but stayed close.
Should I be calling security? The doctor asked worried.
How is she? Lucas asked, ignoring his question.
She's stable, for now. She sustained three broken ribs, a fracture to the left orbital bone, a collapse lung and she had internal bleeding, which we were able to stop. She also has a skull fracture, which caused her brain to swell and bleed, which we are monitoring closely, the next 24 hours should tell us if we need to operate, but the bleeding seems to have stop. She's in ICU, we got a whole team of doctors taking care of her. She's a fighter I can tell you that.
Thank you doctor. Can I see her? Lucas asked.
We had to induce her into a coma, to help her body rest and heal. You can see her two at a time, but I should warn you, she does have a ventilator to help her breathe. You should all prepare yourself before going in, she went through a lot, there's also a lot of swelling, but we are confident, with time, she should make a full recovery.
Thank you. Lucas said again and extended his hand to Carly and both followed the doctor down the hall, leaving the gang behind.
She's gonna be alright. Jody said softly to herself taking a well needed breath.
Please tell me her friend got a good look at what did that to her. Dean said through his clenched teeth and a wild look in his eyes.
It was a demon, sounds like Rachel exorcised it. Jody said and Dean let out s frustrated sigh, he would have done a lot more than an exorcist.
It can't be just a random demon attack... Sam finally spoke.
Carly mentioned they seemed to know each other. Jody cleared up.
We have a big problem on our hands. Castiel said appearing from nowhere.
Where the hell were you!? Barked, Dean.
In hell, trying to find the demon, before word got around about Rachel being alive, I failed. They know. They want revenge, for destroying Legion. They know she's human now, vulnerable.
Great! that's just great... Dean said feeling the need to punch something.
What are you doing just standing there!? Go fix her! Dean demanded.
I can't.
What do you mean; you can't? Bobby asked.
Remph blocked me from Rachel... I can't heal, hear or find her or I would have told you she was back a year ago, Dean. Castiel said the last part sincerely.
How did you know it was a demon? Jody asked.
I heard her friend's prayer. How, how is she?
Looks like she's gonna pull through. Sam said and cleared his throat.
Before they could continue their discussion any farther, they noticed Carly walking back to them slowly, her face pale. Jody went to her and Carly burst out in tears and Jody quickly wrapped the girl in her arms.
They all watched helplessly as Jody calmed Carly down and took a seat with the girl. After a moment, she regained control and Sam walked towards them, kneeling down in front of Carly.
Hey, I bet you have a lot of questions, huh? Sam said gently.
I know you... and him. Carly started and mentioned Dean, remembering them from the coffee shop.
Why didn't Rachel tell me she knew you? Why did she lie?
How about we go get some air and I'll explain everything?
Sam... Warned Dean.
I think Rachel would want her to know now Dean... besides, she deserves to know. Sam answered while standing up and helping Carly out of the chair.
While they walked out of hospital Lucas came back and walked straight to the nurse's station.
I need papers for a patient transfer. They heard him ask and Dean took a step towards him but Jody got up.
I got this. She said making her way to the desk.
As long as she's in ICU, she can't be transferred. The nurse explained.
We're only here on vacation; I have to be back, in New-York by tomorrow for work... How soon can she be transferred then?
M. Weldon, she can't leave the state. The investigation is still ongoing; we need her statement, once she's able to give it. Jody chimed in.
Lucas turned towards Jody. He seemed angry but defeated.
As soon as possible, I want her in New-York. Lucas told the nurse.
I have to pack, call me if there's any change and please send her medical file to Dr. Weldon. Lucas said to the nurse and turned towards Jody.
I assume you'll be staying here until she gives her statement? He asked and Jody nodded.
I don't want that Dean guy anywhere near her. You should check him out, I got a bad feeling about him.
You got it. Jody lied.
Lucas made his way to the doors, never taken his eyes away from Dean, who matched his gaze sternly.
I should... look around, see if I can't find out what they're planning. Bobby, you should make a few gris-gris bags. The less they know where she is the better. Castiel said taking control of the situation.
On it. Bobby said before the angel vanished.
I'll be back soon, call me if you need anything. Bobby said to Dean before leaving, tapping him on the shoulder while he past him.
Ready? Asked Jody, mentioning the hall that gave to ICU.
Dean took a breath and started walking. Once they found her room Jody froze at the sight; Rachel was covered in bandages and wires, they could barely see her face, that was covered with a swirl of purples and pinks. Her left side was mostly black and her eye was swollen shut. Her arms, also covered in bruises, were pierced with needles and wires coming out of her. If it wasn't written her name on the chart on her door they wouldn't have guessed it was her.
Jody finally walked in and sat next to Rachel, gently taking her hand into hers. She looked up to Rachel, who had a tube taped to her opened mouth. Tears ran down Jody's cheeks.
Oh Rachel...
Dean was unable to move. Taking in the sight of her, a wave of helplessness passed through him. His throat tightened with emotion. He felt responsible for leaving her, for not wanting to be close to her. He should have watched over her. He should have kept her safe.
You're going to be okay, we're all here for you. Jody said softly and looked in the doorway where Dean was but was surprised to see he wasn't there anymore.
Sam and Carly were sitting outside where a few tables and chair were placed in an outside cafeteria area. Sam had just finished telling Carly about monsters being real and how they met and lost Rachel. Now Sam was waiting patiently, while Carly took it all in.
She has been, different, in the last year... I mean, who wouldn't? She went from normal to a super hero, to dead and back to normal again. How do you recover from that? Carly said half to herself and then she surprised Sam with a giggle.
I told her she was having an early mid-life crises, when she said she felt like she just going through the motions. Carly explained and a sob escaped her.
You didn't know.
No, I didn't. She could have told me.
Rachel did what she thought was best... for all of us. Sam explained and Carly saw the hurt in his eyes.
She didn't tell you she was back, did she?
We only found out a few days ago...
I can't imagine losing her. It must have been horrible. Carly said sympathetically.
It was. Sam nodded and both stayed silent a moment.
She's in danger isn't she?
We won't let anything happen to her again. Sam said convincingly.
We should get back... Carly said after a brief silence.
You okay?
Yeah... I mean it's a lot to take in, but it explains everything... As crazy as that sounds... Carly answered and Sam smiled.
When they got back to the waiting room they noticed Dean sitting alone hunched forward, holding his head with both hands. Sam mentioned to Carly to wait there and walked by his brother's side.
Dean? Sam asked and Dean cleared his throat, passing both his hands over his face before looking up to his brother.
She's a mess Sammy... he managed to say and Sam frowned.
How did that go? Dean asked, after a moment, mentioning with his head Carly near the doors.
Pretty good, considering... Where is everybody?
Cas went to see if he could find if they're planning anything, Bobby went to make gris-gris bags, Douche bag went home and Jody's with Rachel, I couldn't stay there...
I'm gonna go check up on them, you okay with her?
Yeah, we'll be fine. Dean said and Sam walked away.
Carly hesitantly made her way to Dean and sat next to him. For a moment, both stayed silent until Dean broke it.
Thank you... for calling me.
She asked me to, before she passed out. She... She was pretty fearless back there, you know.
Yeah... She was always pretty fearless. Dean said and a shadow of a smile appeared.
Oh, and thank you.
For what? Dean asked, confused.
For punching Lucas. Carly continued and Dean let out a real laugh. He was starting to like this girl.
***to be continued! Thanks for reading leave a comment if you enjoyed! Till next time, Newbie***