The story takes place right after the season 10 finale, after Dean killed Death, the Mark of Cain was removed and Darkness was released into the world. I mentioned before, new characters will be added and thrown in the story and I will bring back several former characters from the show in the upcoming future.
Chapter 18 As The Days Go By
The next day was just another good day. Dean and Madame Bess didn't mention or give any hint to the conversation they had last night at the breakfast table but there was a new kind of understanding between the two of them. Later that day, Dean, Sam, Ava and Gwen all decided to again explore their surroundings while Madame Bess decided to remain behind as she was more comfortable hanging out with their landlady Sophie and her group of friends which included Hazel another new friend she made.
This time they ran into Rev. Humler who directed them to the park early that afternoon where a group of active church members were all prepared for their game of flag football the men against the women. After much persuasion by the reverend, they agreed to participate in the game.
"You know we guys are gonna beat the chicks, I'm mean it's an easy win" teased Dean feeling smug.
"Don't be so sure, now Mr. Ego, we women can be more powerful than you think" said Ava as she and Gwen grinned at each other.
"Well we'll see about that babe, come on Sammy" said Dean urging Sam to follow him.
Sam quickly turned to Gwen and said, "Good luck".
"You too" she replied right back.
"Come on Gwen, let's show these guys just how capable we women can be" Ava said to Gwen as she was pulling her away.
"This is awkward, I mean I haven't played this game since elementary school" said Gwen.
"Don't worry gal, this game isn't as hard as it looks I give you some pointers" said Ava as they headed off to where the women players were.
The four made their introductions to the rest of the crowd who were quite friendly and welcoming to their new players. Soon the game was about to begin with the men on one side wearing blue tags around their waist and the women on the other side wearing red flags. Then the game began and soon men and women are running throwing the ball and members of the opposing team try to grab the flag of the person with the ball and rip it off. Gwen catches the ball a couple of times but her flag is ripped off every time.
At one point Ava had the ball and is running with Dean hot in pursuit getting closer to her and when he finally attempts to rip off her flag, he winds up tripping causing him to stumble into her and soon they are both on the ground with him on top of her. She turns of over lying on her back and with Dean still on top of her, they are facing each other. They faces are very close to each and as the glare up at one another, there is a sudden spark between them.
They are almost about to kiss one another but then Ava suddenly looks awkward and pushes him off as Dean suddenly gets up off on her and standing on his feet.
He then helps her up on her feet and with an embarrassed look on his face he suddenly says, "I'm sorry, I guess I tripped, are you okay?"
"Yeah sure, I've been through worse, it was just an accident that's all" she told him still a bit awkward about what nearly happened.
"Yeah, that's all" answered Dean still looking uncomfortable and like he wanted to say something else but before he had a chance Sam showed up.
"Hey, you guys are we going to finish the game on not, come on Dean" he told Dean.
Dean walked away abruptly with Sam kind of relieved and but he saw the look Sam was giving him telling him he was aware on what was going on between him and Ava but he was not in the mood of Sam's lectures he ignored it. Soon they game started again without any more incidents except for Gwen getting to have the upper hand on Sam when she managed to rip off his flag while he was running with the football and she took delight in accomplishment and was gloating as she made her brief victory. The game soon ended and it was a tie, and each team was so sure that they would have won the game.
"We would have so kicked your ass" said Ava gloating.
"I don't think so darling, we really ruled there it was just luck that your team caught up with us" said Dean gloating back.
"All right, we can debate about which team was better all day, lets just get something to eat right know, I could use a drink too" said Sam trying to once again be the peacemaker.
So they got something to eat at the diner and later hung out at the pub and after having their dinner at the Bed&Breakfast, they went to hang out at the pub again that evening. As the days went by, the group continued to enjoy their time in this new utopia.
They would spend hours at the pub either playing darts or shooting pool and Dean and Ava would continue to debate over any issues from their favorite musician, song, movie, TV show or whatever was one their mind while trying to repress their growing attraction to one another. Sam would try to teach Gwen on how to play the games and she was getting better.
They also went to the bowling alley to play a game of bowling with Sam once again having to teach Gwen who knew nothing about bowling, while Dean and Ava engaged in some friendly competition. Then on a Sunday, Rev. Humler managed to convince them to attend church service they all felt out of place as everyone else was dressed in their Sunday clothes singing and taking in the sermon Rev. Humler was giving while Dean particularly felt bored not believing that he was actually inside a church.
Sam for his part, listened to the sermon and even taken in by some of it. The service went on for an hour which seemed like forever and Dean was relieved it was finally over. The days seemed to have past into a week without the group even realizing it as they seemed to getting very comfortable with their new surroundings, although they knew it wouldn't last forever and they would have to return to the on world soon.
However, both Sam and Dean had to admit this seemed to be the longest time they had a normal life with no worries of demons, monsters, marks, curses, witches and any other supernatural experiences they had to deal with. They could just let their hair down and enjoy themselves without any fear or the need to save anybody.
One day, the four of them(again minus Madame Bess) found themselves volunteering to help decorate for the annual Spring dance which is hosted outdoors. As they arrived, Dean kept wondering how in the hell did he let himself be talked into this.
"What the hell are we doing here Sammy, I mean it's not like we go even attend this town ball?" he asked his brother in disbelief.
"Dean, we are only here to volunteer, we told them we would, besides there isn't much to do and we got time on our hands" Sam told him.
"Hey, I think it would be fun, besides it's been a while since I attended dance" Gwen chimed in.
"Me too, I'm getting used to this old-fashioned wholesome feel to this town with a Spring dance and all. It's so, I don't know well wholesome" said Ava.
"Perfect, okay I'll help but I hope they don't expect me to go to this dance" said Dean annoyingly.
"Why not?" asked Ava.
"Because, it's one thing to help decorate, but I don't do dances" answered Dean.
"You mean you never attended a dance before?" asked Ava.
"Not since prom" he told her.
"What about the charity ball we attended when we were working a case, and you had on that tux" Sam added.
"Okay Sammy" Dean interrupted wanting his brother to drop it.
"Oh so you attended a ball and wore a tux" said Ava with grin.
"We were on a case" explained Dean with an embarrassed look on his face as Ava continued to smirk at the thought.
"Okay, enough talking, we came down here to get to volunteer lets get to work already" said Sam.
So the gang went over where everyone else is decorating for the big event. Rev. Humler is there and greets them and soon they all get to work with Sam and Gwen start setting up some chairs and Dean and Ava help set up some tables.
"Boy, I bet this dance is gong to look great" said Gwen who seemed a bit excited by it all.
"You would really like to go to this dance would you?" asked Sam.
"Yeah, but lets face it I don't have anything to wear to the dance. It's not like I came prepared" she said.
"What about you, would you like to attend an event like this?" she asked him.
"Well, me and my brother didn't really attend dances growing up, I haven't enjoyed a real one since my high school prom. But I don't know maybe I wouldn't mind just this once" he said after looking at how eager Gwen seemed about the whole thing.
Suddenly Rev. Humler who seemed to over what they said came over to them.
"I'm sorry I just couldn't help over here that you would like to attend this dance" he told them.
"Yes sir, but it's not like we have anything to wear to the dance besides don't you have to buy tickets in advance?" asked Sam.
"Nonsense, the Spring dance is free. As for what to wear, I could have some of members of the church loan you some suitable clothes so you don't feel out of place" he replied.
"That's nice of you but we don't want to impose" answered Sam.
"Don't worry about it, that's what this town is about helping our neighbors, it's alright and I insist you all come to the dance" he told them.
"We'll think about it sir" said Sam almost swayed to accept his offer.
"Well, like I said before, you are all welcome whatever you need just ask. I'll see you all around and thanks again for helping out" he said and then walk away.
"Boy, I can't get over how very friendly everyone is" said Gwen.
"Me neither" said Sam.
"This really seems like a perfect place to live, there doesn't seem to be any trouble or worries and everybody is warm and kind and they all get along and are even willing go out of their way to help out strangers" said Gwen feeling more comfortable with her surroundings each day.
"Yes, but we can't be here forever, you know" Sam reminded her.
"I know but sometimes, I wonder what it would be like to live here." she told him.
"I understand" said Sam.
Sam and Gwen continued their work and doing the middle of grabbing a chair together their hands touched each other and for a few seconds they just glared at each other like they were in a trance just drinking the other in.
"Uh hum" said a voice and when they both got out of their trance they saw Madame Bess standing right their in front of them gazing with sharp look.
"Grandma, what you doing here?" Gwen asked a bit uncomfortable with her presence.
"I decided to come by and volunteer after all, was I interrupting something" she asked sternly.
"No, not all, we're glad you're here to help" Gwen said although that wasn't entirely true.
"So am I" Madame Bess replied still giving both Sam and Gwen a sharp look.
They both looked embarrassed but tried to act like nothing happened as she helped them with the chairs. Dean and Ava continued setting the tables and lifting a heavy table they both ended up dropping it too soon that one it the legs landed on Dean's foot.
"Ouch" Dean yelped in pain.
"What happened?" asked Ava.
"What happened was we dropped that table on my foot" said Dean as he jumped in pain and started hopping on one leg.
"Oh, I'm sorry, he let me look at your foot" she said.
"What are you a nurse now?" he asked sarcastically as he stopped hopping but his foot still felt sore.
"Yeah, I'm a part time nurse on the side, now sit down so I can look at your foot" she answered sarcastically.
Dean sat down on a chair and Ava knelt down and rubbed his foot.
"Does this hurt?" she asked him.
"Ouch, a little" said Dean who flinched still in some pain.
Ava then gently rubbed his foot down. Dean started to relax a little and smiled.
"That's feels nice but I think you're suppose to take the shoe off first" he told her.
Ava just smirked and then quickly let go of his foot.
"I think your foot will be okay" she said.
"Problem here?" said a voice and they turned to see it was Rev. Humler standing near them.
"Don't worry, rev, there isn't anything sinful going on" Dean told him.
"Dean hurt his foot when we dropped the table on it by accident" said Ava.
"Oh, I hope you're okay" said the reverend concerned.
"I'm good, Rev, a sore foot won't kill me" said Dean.
The reverend then took the time to invite them to attend the upcoming spring dance.
"As I told your brother, we will loan your some proper attire to wear, it will be really great if you all attend the event" he said.
"We'll see" said Ava.
"I guess that'll do, Sam also said he would think about it I hope you will too" he replied.
Afterwards, the reverend walked off and Dean quickly gave Ava an angry look.
"What?" she asked not understanding the problem.
"We'll see?" Dean remarked with a disapproving look on his face.
"Well, I didn't want to be rude, besides I think it would be great if we all go. I'm mean, we all did promise not to worry about how long we're going to stuck in this place and just enjoy our time here" Ava explained.
"I know, but I just don't do dances" said Dean impatiently.
"Come on Dean, I'll even have at least once or two dances with you. Besides almost everybody going to be there and I'll feel bored just staying my room all day. I need to get out more" she told him as she really did what to go this dance.
"Okay, but I'm holding you to that promise to have dance with you" said Dean.
"Okay deal" she said.
After the decorations were complete, everyone left. Soon they gang was back at the Bed&Breakfast, and soon all went to their rooms to relax. As Madame Bess and Gwen entered their room, Madame Bess started on Gwen about her relationship with Sam.
"I'm afraid you are spending too much time with that man" she told her granddaughter with a sharp look.
"Grandma, it's nothing" Gwen fired back.
"No, it is not nothing, you and Sam are getting too close, I can see it in the way you two look at each other, in your eyes. You are falling for him Gwen and I'm afraid you are only going to get hurt when our time in this world ends and we go back to our own world" said Madame Bess.
"I just like spending time with him. He's so different and he really gets me" said Gwen.
After hearing this, Madame Bess tone softened from sharp to sympathetic and she understood what her granddaughter was going through and tried to be understanding to it.
"I know dear, I understand but you have to be realistic. There is no chance for the two of you when we return to our real home and the more you get attached to him, the more it will be painful when you are faced with that reality" Madame Bess told her granddaughter hoping to help her see sense.
Gwen just looked so confused and upset not wanting to think about it all. Madame Bess just looked up at her granddaughter her face now looking on with warmth and compassion.
"I'm sorry Gwen. I'm only trying to protect from any heart break. I like Sam too, but deep down you know I'm right" she replied.
Gwen just stood there silent still thinking about Sam and the times they spent together. She knows what her grandmother says is true, she is starting to fall for Sam but she doesn't want to worry about the future. All she wants to do is enjoy the time they have together now because she already knows that someday it will end.