Tamsin and Bo found their way to the other side of the club into the VIP area. A large muscle bound man attempted to stop them from going inside but Bo placed her hand on him and convinced him otherwise. They entered much to the amusement of The Morrigan. Kenzi was standing beside her, a scared look on her face.
"Well look what we have here. 3 for the price of 1, I love when the odds are in my favor. You know I heard you were back in town succubus but imagine my delight to see you show up in my club," The Morrigan said as she leaned forward in her seat.
"Kenzi come here," Bo said holding out her hand to her friend. Kenzi ran over as Bo protectively stood in front of her.
" Oh sweetie, don't get mad. Your human and I were just having a chat, I meant her no harm."
"She's not my human, she's my friend. And after you tried to kill her I would think you'd know better than to provoke me," Bo said moving closer to the dark fae leader.
The Morrigan's guards moved closer as well to block her from Bo. Tamsin counted how many there were and tried to decide the best plan of action. She could sense that Bo was itching for a fight and the more Tamsin thought about it so was she. She could feel as her face was replaced with its ghostly counterpart and one by one the five guards dropped to the floor. Bo didn't hesitate running at The Morrigan and grabbing a hold of her neck.
"How dare you, do you know what I could do to you child?" The Morrigan said raising her hand to touch Bo.
Suddenly her hand dropped and a look of pain took over face. Tamsin couldn't see exactly what Bo was doing but it appeared her usual mojo move was inflicting pain instead of pleasure. The Morrigan's face took on a panicked look as Bo began to glow an eerie reddish color.
"Bo, stop, you'll kill her" Kenzi yelled as she ran over placing her hand on Bo's arm.
Bo kept her hand wrapped around The Morrigan's neck but stopped sending the waves of pain into her body.
"I hear you want intel on me. Well know this, I am as powerful as they say and if you choose to fuck with me or my friends no one will be around next time to stop what I will do to you," Bo said finally letting go of her neck.
The Morrigan fell back gasping for breath. Bo's hand print was visible on her neck, it looked as if it had been burned into her skin. Tamsin gave Bo a questioning look but the succubus grabbed Kenzi and walked away. The crowd parted as they passed through. Tamsin could see on more than a few faces pure fear.
Once outside Kenzi stopped and just stared at Bo. "Holy shit, that was the most amazing thing I've ever seen. Bo, how did you do that?"
"It's just something I was shown by my dad. How to focus my energy and anger instead of letting it take me over," Bo said leaning against her car. She bent over as if she needed to catch her breath. "Kenzi you didn't have to worry about me killing her, I just wanted to scare her."
"Are you okay?" Tamsin said , concern in her voice.
"I am, it just took alot out of me. I was so angry, it felt like I was going to ignite. Can be overwhelming but I can deal," Bo said standing up. "Each encounter.."
"Is a chance to learn anew. I know that well, it's Odin's favorite thing to say to new recruits," Tamsin said with a sad smile.
Bo glanced at Tamsin," Are you okay after getting your Valkyrie on and everything?"
"Actually I am. Not a lock of hair lost," she said running her hand over her head.
"I tell you, I have hit the friend jackpot. If only I knew you guys when I was younger, man the ass that could have been kicked," Kenzi said looking between the two of them.
Tamsin laughed and pulled Kenzi into a hug,"I would have beaten those bullies into non existence for you girlie." she said kissing the top of Kenzi's head.
"Yeah, yeah. I haven't forgotten why we came her. Don't be a stranger Blondie, no more hiding out," Kenzi said wagging her finger at Tamsin.
"Got ya kiddo," Tamsin said walking towards her truck as she waved goodbye.
As Tamsin put her keys into the truck door she heard footsteps behind her and turned to see Bo jogging towards her.
"Tamsin," Bo said once she caught up to her. "Thanks for having my back. I know things are weird between us right now..."
"It's nothing I wouldn't do for any other friend," Tamsin said with a shrug.
"But that's just it, we're not friends are we?"
Tamsin laughed and shook her head in agreement," I suppose we aren't. But what we are remains to be seen."
"Back there in the bathroom, you said you loved me. Did you even realize that?"
"I, I shouldn't have said that. It just came out," Tamsin stammered.
"Is that why you were acting so weird with me before I was taken?"
Tamsin stood there contemplating what to say. She knew what she was feeling had to be love, while it wasn't an emotion she was used to it the feelings were pretty unmistakable. Bo stepped closer to her and stared into Tamsin's eyes as if searching for something. A sadness took over her face as she put her arms through Tamsin's and pulled her into a hug. Tamsin at first didn't respond then she put her arms around Bo and pulled her close. They stayed like that for a few moments in silence.
Tamsin smiled as she allowed herself to relax into their closeness. She tried to formulate something to say but before she could Bo stepped back and her expression turned into one of confusion. She began holding her head in her hands and a strangled cry escaped her lips.
"Bo, what's going on? Are you okay?." Tamsin reached out to grab Bo's arm but the succubus yanked it away.
"I'm going to stay away from you like you asked. It's better that way, safer" Bo said backing away.
She turned and walked towards her car, looking back once at Tamsin with the same confused expression. Tamsin stood there for a moment and then rubbed her face with her hands. Things just kept getting stranger with Bo.
"What the fuck," she said. She could feel the anger boiling up and she punched her truck door as hard as she could. She knew her hand would hurt like hell in the morning but the act of aggression made it easier to get inside and drive away.
"Hey Trick, can I talk to you?"
Instead of finding a place to park and sleep Tamsin decided to pay Bo's grandfather a visit. Whatever odd behavior was happening, he was the one person who maybe had some insight.
"Sure Tamsin. I'm closing up, let's go downstairs," he said leading her down to his personal quarters. "What's on your mind?"
"Has Dyson spoken to you at all about Bo?"
"He did mention to me earlier this week that there was some concern from both of you about Bo's behavior. But honestly, I'm not sure I can offer much help. I know very little about Odin. I thought that would be your area of expertise," Trick said settling into a couch.
Tamsin paced around the room before finally stopping in front of the fireplace. She stared into the fire and thought about what she saw Bo do earlier.
"I don't know, I'm at a loss. I think I'm going to have to seek the help of some old companions," Tamsin said turning to Trick. "Did Bo at least tell you what she did while she was with him?"
"Yes, she mentioned that he taught her how to properly use her powers so that she no longer loses control. But I got the sense there was something she wasn't telling me. I'm hoping that with time she will reveal more."
"We may not have much time. From what I know of Odin he does nothing out of the kindness of his heart, I doubt even for his daughter," Tamsin said taking a seat across from Trick.
"So you think he's planning something using Bo?" Trick replied a worried look taking over his face. "And here I was hoping he just wanted father daughter time."
"He is definitely planning something. Do you know of anyone who could perhaps read what's going on in Bo's mind?"
"Hmm, not offhand but I'll ask Stella. She has access to some powerful people with psychic abilities," Trick said rising from his seat. He placed his hand on Tamsin's shoulder. "I know you care for my granddaughter Tamsin and I appreciate that. She would be safe with you I think."
Tamsin smiled and patted Trick's hand.
"Can I ask a favor old man?"
"Yes you may sleep here if you like," Trick said with a smile.
"How did you know..."
"Tamsin, everyone knows you live in that truck. The question is when are you going to put down some roots?"
"I'm working on that," she said going over to the couch and laying down.
She drifted off to sleep listening to the sounds of Trick flipping through some of his ancient books.
"So, what do you have for us Doc?"
Tamsin and Dyson were paying Lauren a visit in her lab at a nearby university. After the whole Taft incident Lauren decided it best to completely remove herself from the fae. But because of her inside knowledge of the fae as a race and her work with Taft the fae weren't exactly willing to let her go. It was only Dyson vouching for her that spared her life. So while she was allowed to work on the outside she still had to be available to the Light Fae when she was needed.
"Some really interesting news actually. I did run some tests on Bo and she's fine, at least physically. Then based on what Dyson mentioned about Bo's hot and cold behavior towards you Tamsin, I tried an association test."
"What's that?" Tamsin asked as she bent to look into a tube filled with red liquid.
"Basically I attached some electrodes to Bo's head to monitor brain activity. Then I said the name of people she knows and watched to see what areas activated," Lauren said stopping in front of Tamsin. "It seems that whenever your name is mentioned there is a large amount of activity in the limbic system."
"What does that mean for us regular folks?" Dyson said laughing.
"That's the area of the brain that houses lust, anger, envy. All of our primal instincts," Tamsin said straightening up to look Lauren in the eye."Is that unusual?"
"The reaction no , but the level of activity was odd. So for example when I mentioned myself or Dyson, there were normal levels that could probably be attributed to lust or just memories. But upon mentioning your name there were high levels which indicates that more than one part of that area is being activated at the same time."
"So what could be going on?"Dyson said, a look of concern taking over his face.
"Honestly it's hard to say. That area of the brain houses many things. There is no definitive way to pinpoint what exactly Tamsin is triggering."
Well I can figure out what a few of those things are, Tamsin thought to herself. "Listen Doc, you were really helpful. Trick and I have something else on the burner. We'll figure it out."
"Lauren, are you coming to the Dal tonight? We're having a welcome back party for Bo," Dyson said backing up towards the door.
"Wouldn't miss it. Although are you sure it isn't premature to be having a party? We still don't know what Bo's dad is up to," Lauren said with a frown.
"Look at it this way Doc, party from joy or party before the shit hits the fan. Either way, it's still better to party," Tamsin said with a smirk.
Lauren laughed and shook her head in agreement. "Okay then, see you there. Um Tamsin, can I speak to you for a minute," Lauren said holding on to Tamsin's arm. "How are you feeling?"
"Okay I guess."
"What happened to your hand?" Lauren said lifting it to look closer.
"Nothing, I got a little over zealous on the punching bag," Tamsin said taking her swollen hand back.
"I've been doing some research like you asked. Trying to find out if there is any way to slow down your body's decay. I've got nothing yet."
"No big deal Doc. It was a shot in the dark even asking."
"I do have a theory but I'm still working on it. Give me a little more time."
Tamsin raised her hand in farewell and walked out of the lab. She tried to keep her face emotionless despite the turmoil going inside. As she got into the car with Dyson she couldn't help but feel like a little more time was exactly what she didn't have.