This was the demon they were after for the past few days. They still didn't
know his name or how powerful he is but they were willing the fight him if
necessary. The demon was fairly tall, a little taller than Chris. He had
dark spiky hair, dressed in all black. He had this cocky grin on his face
and Piper was more than willing to wipe it off of his face for him.
"You may have set her free, but you are not getting out of here alive." The demon stated with a mischievous grin on his face.
"Chris! Paige! Orb us out now." Phoebe called out as everyone grabbed hold of the two white lighters.
Chris and Paige both attempted to orb but something was wrong. They tried but they were still there.
"Something's wrong with our powers." Chris exclaimed as he began to worry. "We can't orb."
"This room has been designed to hold beings inside. Once you enter, the only way you can leave is through this tunnel." The demon pointed out. "But you can enter by orbing or shimmering..." The demon demonstrated as he snapped his fingers and demons of various levels started appearing. "You just can't leave by those means." The demon finished.
"Uh oh..." Phoebe stated as she prepared to fight. She took hold of the potions she had brought.
They were extremely outnumbered, it didn't look too good for the Charmed Ones. Chris eyed the room looking for anything that could help them at this point as his gaze fell on a huge rock they could use for cover.
"Guys, behind the rock." Chris yelled as he pointed in the direction of the large rock. They quickly sprinted to take cover as the demons prepared to kill them.
From behind the rock, energy balls and fireballs could be heard.
"This isn't looking good guys." Piper said as she glanced around the rock. When she did she saw a few energy balls coming her way. She quickly pulled her head back just as they collided with the rock. "Ahhh!" she screamed in surprise. "Not good at all."
Piper randomly threw her hands in the direction she thought the demons were in hopes she would hit something in the attempt.
As screams of agony could be heard Piper's eyes grew wide in surprise, "I actually hit something." She stated.
Phoebe quickly stepped out from the protection of the rock long enough for her to throw a few potions at the demons, causing their numbers to decrease, but they were still extremely outnumbered.
"Guys I have an idea." Jessie proposed bringing hope to her fellow witches.
"Hurry what is it?" Piper exclaimed as a few more energy balls collided with the rock.
"It will only work if Phoebe can do what I need her to do." Jesse stated as she stared at Phoebe.
"Me? Why me?" Phoebe stated in confusion. "What do you need me to do?" she asked surrendering as she saw the serious and determined expression on Jessie's face.
Piper blasted a few more demons as she gave them time to plan out their escape. But with all the energy balls colliding with the rock it made it much more difficult for them to concentrate.
"I'm gonna show these demons their worst fears, but the way I do it, it affects everyone in the room." Jessie started. "I need you to protect the others from my power." Jessie finished.
"And how do you propose I do that." Phoebe yelled not confident in her powers.
"Do as I say." Jessie stated as Phoebe nodded in agreement.
"Alright it's worth a shot." Paige stated.
"And what happens to us if Phoebe can't shield us." Piper stated ignoring the look she was getting from Phoebe.
"Thanks for the confidence boost sis." Phoebe stated as she sighed out in frustration.
"If you are affected, you will instantly go into a deep sleep and experience your worst fears...it could kill you." Jessie stated.
"Ok, thanks for the pressure guys." Phoebe stated. "Tell me what to do."
"Phoebe, focus. Clear everything from your mind, forget about all these demons just focus on protecting your sisters and Chris." Jessie instructed as an empath blast was conjured. "I'm gonna boost your powers with mine by enhancing your protective emotions." Jessie replied as she shot off the protection orb.
"Now, I want the rest of you to take hold of Phoebe, whatever you do, don't let go. Focus on her and her power. Let her magic course through you." Jessie replied.
The girls and Chris backed away from Jessie and braced themselves on the back wall as they watched her. Jessie held her hands on her temple and tightly held her eyes shut as she focused with her all her might.
Piper, Paige, and Chris tightened their grip on Phoebe as they held their breaths in anticipation, hoping Jessie's plan works.
Just seconds before Jessie did what she wanted to do. A demon shimmered in right beside her, attempting to interrupt her concentration. Jessie didn't realize she was in immediate danger.
Chris instinctively jumped up, releasing his hold on Phoebe. He threw his arms violently, sending the demon clear across the room. When it was safe, he tried to return to Phoebe but he was hit from behind from the impact of Jessie's powers.
Jessie quickly opened her eyes and her arms were thrown forward. Her eyes were glowing the reddish color, much like her empath blast. As a wave of psychic energy quickly burst from her mind, the demons and Chris were thrown off their as the wave pass through them. The wave of energy went pass the sisters but it didn't affect them at all as Phoebe's magic protected them.
Some demons of lower level burst into flames as others struggled on the ground as they lived out their fears. Higher-level demons that were there ran from fright.
Much like the demons, Chris fell to the ground appearing to be unconscious. But then his body started shaking as if he was sleeping and having a terrible nightmare.
"MOM!" Chris screamed, as he thrashed about on the ground as he called out for his mom.
Jessie came out of her power trance as she turned around with a smile on her face. Her smile soon disappeared as she realized Chris was hit with the fear empath blast. She ran and slid to her knees beside him.
"Chris! Chris can you hear me?" Jessie screamed out in fear and concern. The sisters came moments later when they realized it was safe. The room had eventually cleared as the last of the demons ran for their lives.
Jessie quickly formed an 'anti-fear' blast and hit Chris with it. It seemed to help for a few seconds but he returned to having his nightmare.
"We need to get him back to the manor." Jessie exclaimed as she attempted to lift Chris by herself. Piper came over to her to help as they both dragged Chris out of the lair. When they reached the outside area they saw demons shimmering away in fear.
"It looks like we can orb home. Quick Paige." Piper stated taking hold of her hand.
At the Manor....
Paige quickly orbed them to the manor where Leo had finally awakened from his deep slumber. He had this worried look on his face, but it seems to have brightened as he saw orbs appear before him.
"Leo! Help me get him to the sofa." Piper instructed as Leo helped her settle Chris on the couch.
"What happened?" Leo asked as he saw the younger man. "Piper your arm." Leo stated as he notice the injury on her arm, he rushed over and started to heal her wound. Once he was done, Piper quickly pushed him towards Chris.
"Heal him quick." Piper stated as concern for Chris began to take over.
Leo's hands glowed but nothing seems to happen. He even changed the area he was healing from his chest to his head. "It's not working."
"His wounds are not physical, it's mental." Jessie stated as she pushed Leo aside and formed another empath blast as she hit Chris with it again.
"What's happening to him?" Leo asked.
"He's living out his worst fear." Jessie stated, as she looked into Chris's inner being. She saw flashes of images. Images of Piper and her sisters. Then it flashed again and then Piper was on the floor lifeless. Jessie decided to pull out before she was overwhelmed.
"What do we do now?" Paige asked in fear of losing her nephew who she just discovered.
"We're going to have to wait it out and hope he can come out of it." Jessie explained.
"Guys, he's so scared, I was never able to read him before but right now his fear is so unbearable." Phoebe stated covering her mouth.
"Why didn't he listen to me?" Jessie yelled out in fear and anger, "Why did you have to let go of Phoebe?" She continued to yell, feeling guilty of putting Chris through yet another emotional trial.
"He did it to protect you honey." Piper said calmly as she placed a comforting hand on Jessie's shoulder. "A demon was right beside you before you ran them off, he jumped up to protect you." Piper continued kneeling beside Jessie. But the guilt just grew inside of her.
"He could've died. I don't know if he can fight his fears, not when he just lived through Bianca's death." Jessie stated as she began to cry.
"We'll help him through it." Paige added.
"I've seen his fear, it's overwhelming!" Jessie yelled, "I don't know if he can...." Jessie trailed off sobbing.
"Have faith in him." Piper said.
"What is his fear?" Phoebe asked as she began picking emotions from Jessie for the first time since they met. Fear, panic, concern were emitting from Jessie.
Chris's voice interrupted their conversation as they all turned their attention to him. Once again he began thrashing about and shaking as he lived out his worst fear but also the worst time in his life. He began softly muttering words. Piper leaned in close trying to hear the words he was trying so hard to get out.
"Piper...Piper..." Chris said out softly throwing his head from side to side. Piper gave Jessie a confused look. 'What do I have to do with his worst fear?' Piper thought
"Piper...MOM! Don't leave me! Please mom...Piper!" Chris screamed out in a tone that sent chills down Jessie's spine.
"What did he just say?" Piper asked breathlessly "Jessie?" she asked again turning to the young empath. Jessie was now the center of attention as she looked between Piper an Chris. Jessie and Paige were both shocked at what was just heard.
"I can't..." Jessie began shaking her head.
"Can't what?" Phoebe asked confused. "Can't tell us why he just screamed out Piper's name and why mom came right after?"
"It will reveal to much." Jessie replied.
"Listen Jessie, we can help. Trust us when we say this." Piper persuaded looking into Jessie's eyes.
"I promised him I wouldn't tell you." Jessie stated turning away.
"Jessie, look at me." Piper instructed as Jessie turned to face her. "Look at me, remember what we talked about that night. You told me that he is torn apart because of the things he struggles with, especially with the things he hides from us. If you want to help him, take away some of the burden he carries with him."
"Let us help you Jessie." Phoebe added
"Chris...I'm sorry." Jessie apologized for what she was about to do. 'Piper's right, the secrets you keep inside is hurting you more than you know.' Jessie thought
"He's afraid of losing his family...again." Jessie said softly, calming down as much as she could.
"Again?" Phoebe asked confused.
"He's afraid of losing his family, his brother." Jessie continued, "He doesn't want to lose his brother to evil." Jessie stated looking into Piper's eyes.
Piper began to understand as tears filled her eyes.
"Piper, you said you trusted me. Trust me now when I say Chris....Chris is your son Piper." Jessie stated out as she closely watched Piper's expression. There were no words for the feelings Jessie was picking up from Piper at that moment.
Jessie watched as Piper sat there stunned of the revelation, Jessie could here gasp of surprise from Phoebe and Leo. She didn't have to look at Paige to know she was smiling at what just unfolded before her.
"Chris? My son?" Piper stated softly as she leaned over and wiped a lock of hair out of his face. "My baby boy..." Piper said softly as tears fell from her eyes.
TBC, Please Review....I know you have a lot to say about this chapter! You guys have been asking when was I going to let Piper find out about Chris. Now I have, what do you think? Let me know please?
"You may have set her free, but you are not getting out of here alive." The demon stated with a mischievous grin on his face.
"Chris! Paige! Orb us out now." Phoebe called out as everyone grabbed hold of the two white lighters.
Chris and Paige both attempted to orb but something was wrong. They tried but they were still there.
"Something's wrong with our powers." Chris exclaimed as he began to worry. "We can't orb."
"This room has been designed to hold beings inside. Once you enter, the only way you can leave is through this tunnel." The demon pointed out. "But you can enter by orbing or shimmering..." The demon demonstrated as he snapped his fingers and demons of various levels started appearing. "You just can't leave by those means." The demon finished.
"Uh oh..." Phoebe stated as she prepared to fight. She took hold of the potions she had brought.
They were extremely outnumbered, it didn't look too good for the Charmed Ones. Chris eyed the room looking for anything that could help them at this point as his gaze fell on a huge rock they could use for cover.
"Guys, behind the rock." Chris yelled as he pointed in the direction of the large rock. They quickly sprinted to take cover as the demons prepared to kill them.
From behind the rock, energy balls and fireballs could be heard.
"This isn't looking good guys." Piper said as she glanced around the rock. When she did she saw a few energy balls coming her way. She quickly pulled her head back just as they collided with the rock. "Ahhh!" she screamed in surprise. "Not good at all."
Piper randomly threw her hands in the direction she thought the demons were in hopes she would hit something in the attempt.
As screams of agony could be heard Piper's eyes grew wide in surprise, "I actually hit something." She stated.
Phoebe quickly stepped out from the protection of the rock long enough for her to throw a few potions at the demons, causing their numbers to decrease, but they were still extremely outnumbered.
"Guys I have an idea." Jessie proposed bringing hope to her fellow witches.
"Hurry what is it?" Piper exclaimed as a few more energy balls collided with the rock.
"It will only work if Phoebe can do what I need her to do." Jesse stated as she stared at Phoebe.
"Me? Why me?" Phoebe stated in confusion. "What do you need me to do?" she asked surrendering as she saw the serious and determined expression on Jessie's face.
Piper blasted a few more demons as she gave them time to plan out their escape. But with all the energy balls colliding with the rock it made it much more difficult for them to concentrate.
"I'm gonna show these demons their worst fears, but the way I do it, it affects everyone in the room." Jessie started. "I need you to protect the others from my power." Jessie finished.
"And how do you propose I do that." Phoebe yelled not confident in her powers.
"Do as I say." Jessie stated as Phoebe nodded in agreement.
"Alright it's worth a shot." Paige stated.
"And what happens to us if Phoebe can't shield us." Piper stated ignoring the look she was getting from Phoebe.
"Thanks for the confidence boost sis." Phoebe stated as she sighed out in frustration.
"If you are affected, you will instantly go into a deep sleep and experience your worst fears...it could kill you." Jessie stated.
"Ok, thanks for the pressure guys." Phoebe stated. "Tell me what to do."
"Phoebe, focus. Clear everything from your mind, forget about all these demons just focus on protecting your sisters and Chris." Jessie instructed as an empath blast was conjured. "I'm gonna boost your powers with mine by enhancing your protective emotions." Jessie replied as she shot off the protection orb.
"Now, I want the rest of you to take hold of Phoebe, whatever you do, don't let go. Focus on her and her power. Let her magic course through you." Jessie replied.
The girls and Chris backed away from Jessie and braced themselves on the back wall as they watched her. Jessie held her hands on her temple and tightly held her eyes shut as she focused with her all her might.
Piper, Paige, and Chris tightened their grip on Phoebe as they held their breaths in anticipation, hoping Jessie's plan works.
Just seconds before Jessie did what she wanted to do. A demon shimmered in right beside her, attempting to interrupt her concentration. Jessie didn't realize she was in immediate danger.
Chris instinctively jumped up, releasing his hold on Phoebe. He threw his arms violently, sending the demon clear across the room. When it was safe, he tried to return to Phoebe but he was hit from behind from the impact of Jessie's powers.
Jessie quickly opened her eyes and her arms were thrown forward. Her eyes were glowing the reddish color, much like her empath blast. As a wave of psychic energy quickly burst from her mind, the demons and Chris were thrown off their as the wave pass through them. The wave of energy went pass the sisters but it didn't affect them at all as Phoebe's magic protected them.
Some demons of lower level burst into flames as others struggled on the ground as they lived out their fears. Higher-level demons that were there ran from fright.
Much like the demons, Chris fell to the ground appearing to be unconscious. But then his body started shaking as if he was sleeping and having a terrible nightmare.
"MOM!" Chris screamed, as he thrashed about on the ground as he called out for his mom.
Jessie came out of her power trance as she turned around with a smile on her face. Her smile soon disappeared as she realized Chris was hit with the fear empath blast. She ran and slid to her knees beside him.
"Chris! Chris can you hear me?" Jessie screamed out in fear and concern. The sisters came moments later when they realized it was safe. The room had eventually cleared as the last of the demons ran for their lives.
Jessie quickly formed an 'anti-fear' blast and hit Chris with it. It seemed to help for a few seconds but he returned to having his nightmare.
"We need to get him back to the manor." Jessie exclaimed as she attempted to lift Chris by herself. Piper came over to her to help as they both dragged Chris out of the lair. When they reached the outside area they saw demons shimmering away in fear.
"It looks like we can orb home. Quick Paige." Piper stated taking hold of her hand.
At the Manor....
Paige quickly orbed them to the manor where Leo had finally awakened from his deep slumber. He had this worried look on his face, but it seems to have brightened as he saw orbs appear before him.
"Leo! Help me get him to the sofa." Piper instructed as Leo helped her settle Chris on the couch.
"What happened?" Leo asked as he saw the younger man. "Piper your arm." Leo stated as he notice the injury on her arm, he rushed over and started to heal her wound. Once he was done, Piper quickly pushed him towards Chris.
"Heal him quick." Piper stated as concern for Chris began to take over.
Leo's hands glowed but nothing seems to happen. He even changed the area he was healing from his chest to his head. "It's not working."
"His wounds are not physical, it's mental." Jessie stated as she pushed Leo aside and formed another empath blast as she hit Chris with it again.
"What's happening to him?" Leo asked.
"He's living out his worst fear." Jessie stated, as she looked into Chris's inner being. She saw flashes of images. Images of Piper and her sisters. Then it flashed again and then Piper was on the floor lifeless. Jessie decided to pull out before she was overwhelmed.
"What do we do now?" Paige asked in fear of losing her nephew who she just discovered.
"We're going to have to wait it out and hope he can come out of it." Jessie explained.
"Guys, he's so scared, I was never able to read him before but right now his fear is so unbearable." Phoebe stated covering her mouth.
"Why didn't he listen to me?" Jessie yelled out in fear and anger, "Why did you have to let go of Phoebe?" She continued to yell, feeling guilty of putting Chris through yet another emotional trial.
"He did it to protect you honey." Piper said calmly as she placed a comforting hand on Jessie's shoulder. "A demon was right beside you before you ran them off, he jumped up to protect you." Piper continued kneeling beside Jessie. But the guilt just grew inside of her.
"He could've died. I don't know if he can fight his fears, not when he just lived through Bianca's death." Jessie stated as she began to cry.
"We'll help him through it." Paige added.
"I've seen his fear, it's overwhelming!" Jessie yelled, "I don't know if he can...." Jessie trailed off sobbing.
"Have faith in him." Piper said.
"What is his fear?" Phoebe asked as she began picking emotions from Jessie for the first time since they met. Fear, panic, concern were emitting from Jessie.
Chris's voice interrupted their conversation as they all turned their attention to him. Once again he began thrashing about and shaking as he lived out his worst fear but also the worst time in his life. He began softly muttering words. Piper leaned in close trying to hear the words he was trying so hard to get out.
"Piper...Piper..." Chris said out softly throwing his head from side to side. Piper gave Jessie a confused look. 'What do I have to do with his worst fear?' Piper thought
"Piper...MOM! Don't leave me! Please mom...Piper!" Chris screamed out in a tone that sent chills down Jessie's spine.
"What did he just say?" Piper asked breathlessly "Jessie?" she asked again turning to the young empath. Jessie was now the center of attention as she looked between Piper an Chris. Jessie and Paige were both shocked at what was just heard.
"I can't..." Jessie began shaking her head.
"Can't what?" Phoebe asked confused. "Can't tell us why he just screamed out Piper's name and why mom came right after?"
"It will reveal to much." Jessie replied.
"Listen Jessie, we can help. Trust us when we say this." Piper persuaded looking into Jessie's eyes.
"I promised him I wouldn't tell you." Jessie stated turning away.
"Jessie, look at me." Piper instructed as Jessie turned to face her. "Look at me, remember what we talked about that night. You told me that he is torn apart because of the things he struggles with, especially with the things he hides from us. If you want to help him, take away some of the burden he carries with him."
"Let us help you Jessie." Phoebe added
"Chris...I'm sorry." Jessie apologized for what she was about to do. 'Piper's right, the secrets you keep inside is hurting you more than you know.' Jessie thought
"He's afraid of losing his family...again." Jessie said softly, calming down as much as she could.
"Again?" Phoebe asked confused.
"He's afraid of losing his family, his brother." Jessie continued, "He doesn't want to lose his brother to evil." Jessie stated looking into Piper's eyes.
Piper began to understand as tears filled her eyes.
"Piper, you said you trusted me. Trust me now when I say Chris....Chris is your son Piper." Jessie stated out as she closely watched Piper's expression. There were no words for the feelings Jessie was picking up from Piper at that moment.
Jessie watched as Piper sat there stunned of the revelation, Jessie could here gasp of surprise from Phoebe and Leo. She didn't have to look at Paige to know she was smiling at what just unfolded before her.
"Chris? My son?" Piper stated softly as she leaned over and wiped a lock of hair out of his face. "My baby boy..." Piper said softly as tears fell from her eyes.
TBC, Please Review....I know you have a lot to say about this chapter! You guys have been asking when was I going to let Piper find out about Chris. Now I have, what do you think? Let me know please?