Chapter 30
Hailey woke up early the next morning surprised she had slept at least 12 hours. She had spent a couple of days with someone either waking her up to prick her with a needle or to take her pressure. It felt good having an uninterrupted night's sleep. She slowly got up and practically wobbled her way to the bathroom to pee. She heard pots clinking in the kitchen and laughed at the thought of Castiel making her breakfast. She washed her hands, brushed her teeth and washed her face before stepping out and slowly walking to her kitchen.
No coffee! The smell gets her nauseous. She heard the angel say. Hailey turned the corner and froze at what she saw.
Right... Bobby said as he fussed around the kitchen, pulling out a carton of orange juice from the fridge.
Dad? Hailey barely whispered but Castiel turned around and so did Bobby.
Bobby seemed just as shock as Hailey was. She was definitely very pregnant. Her eyes watered as she quickly looked up to Castiel and her father. She didn't understand what was happening.
Jesus, it good to see you kiddo... Bobby said walking to his daughter and wrapped his arms around her, bringing her close to him and Hailey didn't need any explanation anymore. Her dad was there, and for now it was all that mattered. She wrapped her arms around her father' neck and held on tight. She started crying, she had missed him even more then she would let herself believe and here he was, hugging her.
Hey, hey... It's okay sweetheart. Don't cry... Bobby said smoothly pulling away from her and wiping her tears with his thumbs.
I missed you so much Daddy, I'm... I'm so sorry I lied I just-
You were keeping my grandkid safe. Castiel told me... about everything... You did good kid. But you don't have to do it alone anymore. I'm here now. Bobby said before pulling her into another crushing hug. Hailey hugged him back just as tightly and saw Castiel watching them with a small smile. She mouthed the words "Thank you" and Castiel nodded, before he disappeared. Hailey just closed her eyes and enjoyed the moment. Too soon for Hailey's taste Bobby pulled away.
I made eggs... better start on 'em before they get cold. Bobby walked Hailey to a chair in her tiny kitchen at the table and sat her down. Soon enough Bobby brought her a plate of eggs bacon toast and a tall glass of orange juice. Hailey quickly dug into it and was making moaning sounds.
Dad... That's like the best bacon I have ever eaten... Hailey said, her mouth full.
Well, glad you like 'em. Now shut and eat. Bobby ordered, smiling, as he used to when she was a bableling kid and Hailey beamed right up to her father and dug back in her food.
Bobby couldn't believe it, there he was sitting in front of Hailey, who was carrying Dean's baby... His grandkid. He was going to be a grandpa. Castiel had also told him about how he had basically saved them both and how the pregnancy was now a risky one, where Hailey had to rest. He owed a lot to that angel.
Dad? ... you're staring... Hailey told him before grabbing the juice and downing half of it.
Sorry, it's just when I last seen you... You weren't...
Fat? Hailey raised an eyebrow.
Pregnant. I was going to say pregnant you idjit. Bobby half laughed.
Boring, huh? Bobby said, remembering what she had told him the last they had spoken on the phone.
Well, it wasn't a lie, exactly, I mean I'm not hunting and there's no evil here so... Yeah it's pretty boring. Especially if we compare with you guys dealing with the apocalypse and all...
You know about that?
Well, I know whatever Castiel tells me... and he hasn't been really talking about it lately, seeing I'm supposed to be relaxed and all... This is the longest he's been gone actually ever since... I've been in the hospital.
Yeah... He told me about the close call... or should I say calls. Bobby said, referring to all the other times Castiel saved Hailey.
Yeah, who knew I had an angel on my side all along? Hailey smiled and the silence filled the room.
Your mother would've been proud. Bobby said to which Hailey giggled.
For getting knocked up at 23? She asked unconvinced.
For putting your kid first. I know you Hailey, it must be damn hard to keep away from... well Dean for starters or Sam and hunting. Bobby said and saw her face turn into a sad one.
Do you think I'm a horrible person? For keeping this baby a secret?
Hailey I just told you-
Mom would be proud... What about you, dad? Hailey's heart sunk when Bobby took a minute to answer.
Hailey, I understand why you're doing it... It's just...
Just what dad?
As a father... I think he should know. But it isn't my place to judge, just remember... It's his kid too.
It's not like I'm never going to tell him dad.
Then when? After we stop the apocalypse? What if we don't? And if we do... we both know there's just going to probably be a bigger baddie just around the corner... So when?
See, it's times like these, I miss liquor. Hailey said getting up and cleaning up her plate and glass.
I'm sorry Hailey-
For what? Being honest? I asked, you answered. It's okay dad, I can handle it and... you're not wrong, it's just... I'm scared. Dean and I... we broke up a month before he died. Then he called me, told me to stay away that he couldn't... deal with us... Never called back, dad he moved on.
Well, I can see the past months have made you more mature... but you're just as dumb. Dean still loves you Hailey, we can barely mention your name-
Without him wearing a guilty face? Yeah... that's not because he loves me dad. That's because he moved on and you're my dad. Hence; the guilt. Hailey explained and started picking up Bobby's plate and sung them into the sink.
Imma hit the shower, then rest my fat ass, all day... wanna watch chick flicks? Hailey asked, changing the subject and laughed at bobby's sour face when she mentioned chick flicks.
Nah... That sounds horrible, you go ahead, I'll pick up some food and a couple of decent movies we could watch later on... and booze, there is no booze here. Bobby complained as Hailey left the kitchen.
Right, cuz angels and pregnant girls need that. Hailey called out sarcastically, rolling her eyes and walked into her bedroom to grab a change of clothes before heading to the bathroom.
Hailey heard Bobby leave then started the shower and had a warm shower. She pushed all the thoughts about Dean away and focused on her dad being here. She knew it was only temporary, Bobby would have to go help the Winchester or any other hunter soon enough. But it was nice to have him know about the baby. She noted to herself to tease him about being a grandpa when he came back as she got out of the shower and wiped herself dry. She wrapped a towel around her head and got dressed. She headed to her room and stopped dead in tracks as she entered and saw a woman, with red hair standing in front of her desk, looking at Hailey's framed pictures of her and her family. The woman smiled and turned to Hailey.
I knew Castiel was hiding something... well someone. The woman said to her, still smiling. Hailey walked over to the other end of the room.
Who, who are you? Hailey asked terrified.
My name is Anna. She smiled.
