Scar Tissue

by Maggie Valo

With the Apocalypse hanging over the world's head, Danielle returns to her godfather's side, and tries to avoid the world's end. But it'll come with a price. Memories she doesn't wanna relive, explanations she doesn't wanna give. DeanXO.C.

6. Chapter 6: All nightmare long

A/:Hi there! I know I said night, but, I'm gonna be out all day, so, I'm keepin' my promise, and here is chapter 6.

Warning: there will be scenes of torture. And, this is the introduction of Isobel and Emma, I just hope you like them. And let me know if you think it's a good idea for Sam to get some from Emma, because I'd love to do that *smirk*

Anyway, read on, and, enjoy. You know I love reviews, they're like my drug... so, please help this review-junkie, and forgive me for any grammar mistakes... I hate editing...

Songs: The Unforgiven- Metallica and Just feel better- Santana feat Steven Tyler

Peace to all- Love, Maggie

-Andy? - Sam asked as he saw Andrea walking to him. Stumbling could be a better word. She looked shaken, and as she walked closer, he noticed her dress was torn up, and her hair was a mess, her lip was split and she had a bruise already forming on her jaw.

-What happened, Andy? - He inquired, standing up and grabbing her shoulders- Andy, where's Dani? - He asked. She didn't say a word. She seemed in shock, her eyes were staring at nothing, and they saw nothing.

-Andy? - Dean stood up too, but headed straight to the rest rooms. If something happened to Dani…. He couldn't even think about that right then. He prayed to whoever was up there for her to be okay.

-Dani?- He called as he entered the women's rest rooms. He saw blood on the floor, but that could easily been from Andrea. He looked around, begging for some clue to keep on as he felt the anguish set down and something similar to desperation hit him.

-Dani…-he muttered, his throat was dry, and he was trying hard to keep focused. He checked the bathrooms, the sinks, and found nothing. Until he saw something yellowish on the floor near the door, and bent over to see what it was.

-Sulfur…- he murmured, getting angrier by the second-Fuck! - He shouted and his fist connected with the wall, leaving a small hole in it.

-Dean? - He heard Sam's voice call- Dean, you're in there? - He opened the door slowly and sighed when he saw his brother-Hey, Andy said…-

-Demon- he mumbled, and then shook his head, going back to reality- a demon took her, Sam, we've gotta find her-

-Yeah, c'mon, let's call Bobby and see what we can do- Sam gently pushed him outside. There was kind of a mess out there, since Andrea had returned looking like that. Liam was oblivious to what was happening, and Anthony seemed to be aware of exactly what was happening, which made Sam really uncomfortable. Because after all, they had put them in the middle of this situation, and not just them, but Danielle herself, who was now missing.

And that was it. Now he was in hunter mode, and there was no being or person in the face of the Earth that could stop him from finding his friend. Maybe he wasn't Dean, and she wasn't his, but she was his best friend, the one who helped him get his life back, the one who was helping them clean up their mess, and didn't complain about it. They had to find her, and preferably before that demon could do something to her.

Anthony was dragging a shaking Andrea to his car, while Liam took care of the check and tried to explain what was going on. Dean was fuming. He couldn't care less about what people might think happened, of what that guy in there was going to tell them. He just needed to find Danielle, his Dani, safe and unharmed if possible. Because, damn it, he swore he'd look after her, and make her happy. And she disappeared from under his nose. A perfectly good night was turning into a nightmare too fast, and his head kinda hurt from the shock.

-Andy- Sam gripped Andrea's shoulders, trying to make her focus on him- Andy, please- he said- tell me if the man said something. Anything- he begged- his name, what he wanted…-

-Name…- she started to sob quietly, and it was becoming too much for him to see her like that. Maybe he didn't love her, but that didn't mean he didn't feel bad for her, for been through what she'd been, innocent as she was.

-He told you his name, Andy? Please, it's important- Andrea looked into his bright eyes and suddenly became aware, brushing her tears away and grabbing his shirt, pulling him to her

-Sam, listen to me- she told him seriously, making him nod in response- You need to find that guy, okay? You need to save my baby sister, and bring her back in one piece- Sam's eyes widened in shock as she spoke those words- Don't stare at me like that!- she snapped- I might not know what you guys are up to, but I'm not stupid. Dani's always been a little weird, but I love that girl to death. And tonight, I failed her. I didn't fight for her, Sam, and I owned her. Okay? So, you go now and find her-

-Andy, what did you see? - He inquired. He could feel Dean's impatience and Anthony's despair. He had to hurry

-At first I saw nothing, the fucker hit me in the back of my head and threw me against the damn wall- she said, her voice angry- but then, when Dani came in, I saw him in his full splendor-

-What was he like? I need details- Sam urged

-He was dark haired, tall, not as tall as you, but tall. He was wearing something like a suit, maybe? That struck me as strange, I remembered. He had this creepy white eyes- she paused- they weren't exactly white, more like…-

-Light blue white, right? Like, clear water, or a thunder- Sam suggested

-Thunder? I've never seen a thunder, but whatever- she said- but yes, that's it. He had freakish white eyes, they didn't look natural-

-'Cause they weren't…- Sam muttered- okay, what else?-

-He seemed to know her, and you guys. He said his name was Astaroth-

-Astaroth? - He committed that to memory to tell Bobby later- anything else?-

-I don't know if it means something to you, but he seemed to know her dad-

-Her dad? - Sam inquired. This was so not good

-And- she tried to replay the scene in her mind that always helped her remember- and he said "you're hanging with the Winchester boys now? The boss was right" or something-

-Okay…- Sam knew immediately who he was talking about. Lucifer might be behind this, and things were getting pretty ugly pretty fast-okay, listen to me now, Andy- he stared into her green, shiny eyes as he spoke-you need to rest, and take care of yourself. I want you to salt all the windows and doors from behind, just, put a line of rock salt behind them, and don't let anyone in, okay? Better yet, stay with your brother, as soon as we hear anything from Dani we'll call-

-Alright, find her, Sam, I'm serious. Give me a chance to apologize-

-You didn't do anything wrong, Andy- he told her and hugged her tight for a few seconds, not nearly long enough for her-We've gotta go now-

-Who's we? - Andrea asked as she looked around. The only person there was Anthony

-Shit, where's my brother? - Sam questioned, looking at Anthony

-He left a few minutes ago, mumbled something about you needing your clothes and then he was gone-

-He went to your house, great- Sam said- okay, you guys mind giving me a ride?-

-No problem, jump in- Andrea told him and they all got in Anthony's car. He sped off towards his house, praying, one more time, for Danielle to be okay.

-Dean- Sam sighed in relief as he saw Dean coming out of the house. No idea how he got in. He probably picked the lock.

-I've got everything we need, and some of Dani's clothes- he told him as he threw the bags into the back seat of the Impala- I haven't called Bobby yet, you'll do it while I drive, c'mon-

-Okay, let me tell them one thing first-

-Hurry up, Sammy- Dean muttered and got in the driver's seat

-Guys, I'm sorry but…-

-You need to leave, that's obvious- Andrea cut him off. She seemed much better now; at least she was talking, and had some color on her face

-Yes, we'll do whatever we can to get her back-

-I know- Anthony said softly- I can't ask for anything else, you're the best people to do it. Please, bring my star back; I couldn't live without her-

-You're not the only one- Sam murmured, looking to his brother- okay. Remembered what I told you?-

-Salt the windows and doors, yes-Andrea nodded

-And every other access there might be to the house- Sam added- alright, we'll talk to you guys soon, be safe-

-You too- Andrea smiled sadly at him and Anthony pushed her inside as soon as Sam got in the car.

-Let's go- Dean said, and Sam sighed as he hit the gas, making the Impala's engine roar in protest.

-Well, well, baby doll, alone at last- Astaroth murmured as she fought against the bindings holding her. He had put her in a metallic bed, that didn't look like a bed at all, more like a torture machine, and tied her up. Previously though, he stripped her of her dress and shoes, leaving her in her underwear. It was humiliating, but worse, it was cold, and dirty. She hated it, hated it with passion, and felt anger boil inside her as she understood there was no way out of there.

-What do you want? - She asked her tone full of arrogance and false bravado. She'd be damned is she show weakness in front of that evil motherfucker. She, Danielle Cobain, who hadn't cry when her father tortured her, was not going to fall apart now.

-What do I want? - Astaroth chuckled once- it's not what I want, dear, it' what the boss wants-

-The boss?-

-Yes, the one your friends got free- he explained- the one and only, our father, Lucifer-

-Oh, so we're talkin' about the devil- she said in an obvious tone- should've said so before! I've been dyin' to meet him- she added sarcastically. The demon laughed, but was serious in a matter of seconds, creeping her out

-You listen to me carefully, little girl- he hissed, his face inches from Danielle's- next time you play smart ass, I'm not gonna be so merciful, are we clear?-

-As crystal- Danielle answered

-Good- he walked away a little. Now, are you going to listen?-

-I'll do my best- Danielle replied. The demon sighed, as if he was tired, but spoke anyway

-You remember the demon your friend killed? The one who opened the final door?-

-Yes- she nodded

-Lilith, was her name-

-Yes- she repeated

-Well, Lucifer and her have a long history- he took a knife and started to sharpen it, making Danielle very uncomfortable- Once upon a time, the story says before even Eve was created, Adan had a wife. She was beautiful, and smart. She was made by God in the exact same way as Adan, not after his rib, likes Eve. So after a while of being in Paradise, she started to wonder why she always had to obey Adan's commands? She asked God, "why, my Lord, do I have to obey him, if I'm his equal, I was born from the same Father? You"- Astaroth paused, and walked closer to her

-You see, Adan wanted a perfect wife, a perfect slave, to be more precisely, and Lilith said no. She refused to submit to his orders, and though she loved her Father very much, she rebelled. She told God she was no longer Adan's wife, and for that, she was thrown out of Paradise-

-And this history class began because…? - Danielle asked

-I'm getting there- the demon smiled at her impatience- after Lilith was kicked from Paradise, she wondered around the world, alone and sad. She rethought her decision, but never changed it. No, she was no longer the slave of a man; she would no longer belong to anyone. She was free, and her freedom was worth every punishment. She wondered alone, until she found someone worth or her attention. She found Lucifer, who had also rebelled and was so similar to her, that her heart felt for him. She quickly became her partner, she was loyal only to him, and she promised him, that one day, she was going to take him out of that cage-

Danielle was silent as he spoke. A lot of what he said made sense, but it still was weird as hell to hear it.

-So, for two thousands and odd years, Lucifer was in that filthy cage his brother put him in. And, when his true vessel was finally born, Lilith set things in motion. The plan she had two thousand years to develop, was finally happening. And she knew she had to sacrifice herself for him. She gladly did it, and many small details came to form her big plan. She had Azazel's devotion, and Ruby's, a fairly young demon. She had Alistair's help too. She even had Michael's vessel in hell. She had a righteous man spilling blood in hell, and so, the first seal was broken. It's a beautiful irony that that righteous man happened to be Dean Winchester-

Danielle's breath caught as she heard Dean's name

-Yes, Dean, your loving boyfriend- Astaroth said- you know what he did in hell, don't you? All the people he tortured, all the souls he tormented? - Danielle didn't say a word. She kept her mouth tightly shut, and resist the urge to defend Dean. There was no point in that, what's done is done.

-Anyway- the demon continued- That's not the end of the story, dear, You'll need to be patient- He walked over to another torture machine looking thing, and this time, she was pretty sure that as, in fact, a torture machine.

-So, I'll skit a part and go straight to where Lilith dies, in the hands of Lucifer's vessel. Yes, that'd be your friend, Sam Winchester. That kid annoyed a lot of people. Well, demons. But finally, she got him. Even dead, she got him. He killed her; he was the only one who could. Only Lucifer's true vessel could kill a demon as powerful as Lilith. But then things got complicated, with your boyfriend stepping in, and your momma telling you to run to them- he rolled his eyes, sighing- I will give you this, your mom gave us a very good option-

-How? - Danielle asked, tired of hearing only his voice

-Well, she pretty much handed you to us in a silver plate- he said, smiling- And here's the little secret I want to tell you- Danielle listened carefully, knowing this was it. This was what he had kidnapped her for

-You'll see, Lucifer always keeps his word. And he promised Lilith he'd bring her back. She objected, of course, she was a free woman, making her choice, but Lucifer is a man of honor, and he will keep his word to her-

-What are you sayin'?- Danielle urged, not liking the tenor the conversation was getting

-I'm saying- Astaroth told her- that Lucifer is planning on doing a ritual, to bring Lilith back. And of course, he needs a strong body to contain her. That'd be her last and definitive vessel. She would no longer change bodies, but stay in that one forever. So, he needs a very strong body. A body that can stand amounts of power a normal person couldn't even imagine-

-And you wanna use me?- she inquired, shocked- I'm one of the worst clairvoyants ever-

-Oh, c'mon, baby doll, don't underestimate yourself- Astaroth said, smiling softly- you have great power inside you, and you're using it more and more every day. That's exactly what he needs. A body that can hold her forever. Lilith's true vessel-

Danielle took that in, slowly. And then, something occurred to her

-Why are you tellin' me this?- she asked- he could've already done it. You kidnapped me once, he could've done it hundreds of times-

-True- the demon agreed- but, you'll see, he needs kinda your permission to do the ritual. Since it required a certain amount of energy, he needs you to provide that. He needs you to be willing to do it, and he needs you as an active member of the ritual-

-So, I basically have to give myself to the bitch?- she snorted- I don't think so-

So fast she didn't see it coming, a hand slapped her across the face, and she could feel how her skin broke. Her head spun form the blow but she stared back at the demon's eyes, furious and murderous

-You mind your language, baby doll- he hissed- or you won't like what I'll do next-

-Oh, I'm sorry, didn't think the dead bitch would mind, my mistake- she said sarcastically. And again, he slapped her, harder, if possible. She felt her lip split and it stung like hell.

-Now, little girl, here's the deal- he stood in front of her and stared into her eyes as he spoke-you're gonna say "yes" to me, I'll hand you to Lucifer, and we're all gonna live happily ever after- Danielle was quiet for a long while.

-You really think I'd say "yes"?- she asked, offended- there is no way in hell I'm helpin' the devil bring the whore back. If he misses his hooker he can get another one. I'm sure there're plenty of them-

She embraced herself for another blow, but it never came. She suddenly was being lifted from the metallic bed, and was now sit in a wooden chair, her arms tied behind her back, her feet tied by her ankles to the chair. She really didn't want to know what was going to happen next

-Listen, we can do this the hard way, or the easy way, you choose. But I warn you, the hard way is gonna hurt like a bitch-

-You're gonna torture me to say "yes"? Go ahead, but I'll be dead before I say so- Danielle challenged. She was going to hang as long as she could, that was for sure. She knew the guys were already looking for her, and if they called Bobby, it was a matter of time before they find her.

-Okay, baby doll, you asked for it- Astaroth said, and he pulled a rope, that was connected to Danielle's ropes, that held her wrists, and they went higher, painfully so. She bit her lip hard to stop from screaming. It was already mess up, so, what difference could it make?

-You sweetheart tell me when you're ready, okay?- the demon told her in a kind and creepy voice

-Don't hold your breath- she muttered back. He gripped her jaw tight, leaving bruises, she was sure

-You're not gonna think you're so tough after I'm done with you- he threatened and pulled the rope some more, Danielle's shoulders going higher in response.

She bit her lip again. She was going to hang on, no matter what. She was not going to give up. He'd have to kill her, and not even then she'd say "yes". This might be her last memory of her life, but it wasn't going to be one of cowardice and weakness. She was going to hold her own, even if it hurt her, even if it killed her.

-C'mon, Bell, you know you love me- Emma told her grandmother

-XO, XO, Gossip Girl?- Isobel answered, smiling- child, you better get to work- She saw her granddaughter whine and smiled wider-you know who whine? Babies- she said simply, making Emma glare at her from her seat by the table.

Emma had live with her grandmother for two years now, the woman rocked, she was cooler than any other grams, and she knew her way around the field, meaning, she was the best clairvoyant out there. The next one was her cousin, Danielle, but that was going to change fast, as she was spending any spare second working with Isobel, trying to get better at it. It was hard for her to change her habits and forget about her mother's, but, she was trying.

-Okay, Emma, I want you to focus on this, alright?- Isobel handed her a purple rock and she held it tightly- this is an amethyst, and it will help you channel the energy you need-

-Okay, but, what next?-

-You first need to relax, and empty your mind. Think about someone you love, someone whose future you might want to see- Emma's thoughts immediately went to Danielle. After all, she had practically raised her until she was 20, not many years ago. It hurt her to think she left her cousin alone to fight the evil in the world, they made a great team, but, her young arrogance quickly taught her she was a nobody on her own.

-Emma, you're with me?- Isobel's voice brought her out of her internal rant

-I'm fine- she murmured- and focus, I know- she closed her eyes, gripped the rock tighter, and thought about Danielle. Emma was better at witch craft that at clairvoyance, and it scared Isobel sometimes. But it's been two years she'd been away from that, and she was happy to see her well and safe. Isobel feared that her daughter's legacy would be too much for Emma to hold, and, most of the times, she cursed Olivia for being so stubborn and selfish. But now Emma was with her, and she was damn sure going to help her and protect her.

-What do you see?- She asked softly, trying not to startle her

-I see…- Emma muttered- it's foggy- she said- I see Dani, but I can't see where she is-

"Of course she'd look for her" Isobel thought, sighing. She was really proud of her girls' loyalty to one another. Danielle, being only 3 years older than Emma, made her personal job to raise her, and help her with everything she needed. That was until Emma's rebellion got stronger, and they parted ways. She knew Emma was hurting, and was trying to redeem herself, but sometimes, redemption was a cruel thing, that plays with your mind and then abandons you, tearing you apart.

-Tried to see further ahead, that might help- Isobel told her, thinking that maybe she should look for Danielle's future too. She was worried since she learnt her little girl was trying to fight the devil. Just like her mother, that would more certainly kill her. But there was no point in telling Danielle to back away, she'd never listened.

Isobel's thoughts were interrupted by Emma's gasp of horror. Her eyes shot open, and their usually happy sparkle wasn't there. Instead, they looked haunted, and scared.

-Someone's got her- Emma muttered, and then she seemed to be back on reality- someone's got her, Grams, someone took my cousin!- she yelled and stood up, going to her bag to start packing.

-Emma, now, wait a second…- Isobel got up as well, but she knew she could not win that battle. There was no way Emma was going to stay calm if Danielle was in danger.

-What did you see?- she asked her granddaughter, patiently

-I saw her being tortured by a freakin' demon- she answered, her southern drawl staining each word- and I'm not lettin' that happen-

-It's probably already is, darlin'- Isobel told her, sad- but you've got any idea how to find her?-

-Of course, I'm gonna do a location spell-

-No- It was a simple command, but the force of her authority rang through it- You're not going near witch craft anymore, you're clean and you're gonna stay that way-

-The hell I am!- Emma snapped. She turned to look at Isobel, her ocean blue eyes, the same as Danielle's, shining with decision and something similar to fear- I have to save her, there's no way around it-

-Emma, no- Isobel was going to get on her knees and beg if it was necessary

-I'm sorry, Grams, I really am- Emma said, her voice breaking- but I need to find her-

-We're in the middle of Mississippi, how do you thing you'll get wherever she is so fast?-

-I know where she left her car- Emma replied, zipping her bag and going to grab her weapons- she told me she left her car at Bobby's, so that's where I'm goin' first- she smiled sadly, taking the Camaro's keys in her hands- I still have the keys, she can kill me after I save her-

-Emma, please, I'm begging you, honey, don't go- Isobel pleaded

-I'm sorry Grams- Emma said, she took Isobel's hand in hers and squeezed lightly- I promise, as soon as I got her back, I'll come runnin' back to ya-

-You better- Isobel muttered as she hugged her granddaughter. She pulled away and moved over to her desk. The small house she lived in was enough for her and Emma to be comfortable. And it'd be much better without all the clairvoyant stuffs falling around, but, life was tough sometimes.

-Here- she handed Emma a small black rock, which she stared like it might bite- it's a tourmaline, it's a protection stone, have it always with you- she gave her another one- and give this to your cousin when you see her-

-Thank you- Emma hugged her again, and put the stones in her bag- I'm taking the bus to South Dakota- she said, grabbing her bags

-No, take the truck- Isobel told her, throwing her keys to her old Chevy truck.

-You sure? I'm gonna stop by in South Dakota and take the Camaro-

-You'll be there faster; I can handle things here without it- Isobel assured her- but make sure it comes back in one piece. I know how you drive-

-Will do- she tossed a bag over her shoulder, and was thankful she had showered and was wearing pretty comfortable clothes- I love you, I'll call as soon as I have somethin' to say-

-You better- Isobel replied- if not, I'm coming to get you-

-I know- Emma opened the front door and turned around to smile at her grandmother- I'll bring her back, I promise- she knew how worried Isobel was, and she also knew that as soon as she was out, she was going to bury herself in meditation to see Danielle's future, or find her location

-I believe in you- Isobel told her- be safe-

-You too- she walked out, and closed the door behind her. She went over to the truck and threw her bags in the passenger seat. She jumped in, and started the engine, and hit the gas, speeding off towards her cousin.

As she drove through the dusty roads of Mississippi, Emma thought about Danielle. She tried hard to remember their last conversation. She had told her that she was in South Dakota, taking care of Bobby, and had refused her help. Emma loved Bobby, he was her personal hero, and, well, and she felt horrible for not going to see him. She was soon going to change that. But that wasn't the point. She remembered her cousin telling her she was back with the Winchesters, and she'd be with them from now on probably. Emma didn't remember the details, but she knew about Lucifer and Sam, and Michael and Dean. She also knew about Danielle's and Dean's history. She felt a little better knowing he must be looking for her too.

-Focus, Emma, focus- she murmured to herself. She knew Danielle was in California, she said she was doing a job, a modeling job there. And, if her deductions were correct, that was from where she was taken. Yeah, she bet Danielle was at the Lakers game last night. She always managed to go whenever she was in L.A.

-Now, I need to see what I'm gonna need for the location spell- she muttered, shaking her head. She would have to wait to get to Bobby's. He was going to freak, but it was the only way to save Danielle. At least, she hoped it would work. She didn't know what she was going to do if she lost her cousin.

-What the hell happened, boys?- Bobby rolled his wheelchair through his living room, going to grab an open book he had in his desk

-We're not sure- Sam spoke, since Dean was too busy trying not to snap-she was taken from a bar's bathroom, Bobby. Andy was pretty shaken up after that-

-Andy? She saw…?-Bobby paused- never mind-he said- listen to this. I've been looking through some books to find your demon. And, I think we could be luckier, but life's not so kind-

-What you mean?- Dean asked. He was pacing across the living room, making Sam sigh tiredly

-This demon, Astaroth, he's one bad son of a bitch-

-Why?-

-Lore says he's on the same line as Lucifer. Even worse than Lilith, this guy is one old and evil sucker-

-And why would he want Dani?- Sam inquired, not liking the sound of what Bobby was saying

-Beats me- Bobby replied. He showed them the book, and there was a picture of an ugly demon thing, the typical hell description-but I'm betting my retirement money that Lucifer sent him-

-How so?- Dean questioned, reading the brief text about Astaroth

-He's Lucifer's second in command. The thing does whatever it's told, except when he comes out to party, then he's as destructive as the devil himself-

-Fuck!- Dean snapped, punching the wall hard- what the hell do we do to save her? And why the fuck would he want her? Where is he keeping her?-

-I don't know. Maybe we should call Cass?- Sam suggested

-Yeah, you go ahead- Dean said, walking away to the kitchen. Bobby stared at Sam, and then sighed.

-Go call the angel, I'll look after him- He told Sam, who nodded and left. Bobby ran a hand across his face. He was pissed, and worried. He couldn't believe they could lose his baby girl, but then again, they didn't know a badass demon was after her. Damn it, he needed Danielle back; he wasn't used to live without her.

-Hello- Castiel's voice startled him

-Jesus Christ!- he exclaimed, jumping slightly- God, you never knock, do ya?-

-My apologies- Castiel said- I didn't want to disturb you-

-Yeah, well, too late for that- Bobby muttered, going to pour himself a drink. Sam and Dean came in the room next

-Hey, Cas-

-Hello, Dean- Castiel greeted- may I ask, what's going on that you called with such an urgency?-

-Dani's missing- Sam said- a demon took her, and we can't find her-

-I see- Castiel stood there, perfectly still- and you need my help?-

-Yeah, we do- Dean told him coldly- I need you to find her. Do a spell, work your angel mojo, but find her-

-I can try- Castiel offered. He hoped it was enough. He didn't want Dean to suffer for the loss of that girl, he knew deep down she was important to him. He focused on finding Danielle, but was unable to do so.

-Something is wrong- he said-I can't locate her-

-Why the hell not?- Dean snapped

-Dean…-

-Shut up Sam- Sam held up his hands in surrender, he knew arguing with his brother was useless right then

-Maybe the demon had her in an angel proof building- Castiel suggested

-Oh, fucking awesome- Dean groaned- what now? We have no fucking clue as how to find her, and she could be dead for all we know-

-Dean, stop it- Sam was the one who snapped this time- she's not dead, she can't be, okay? We're gonna find her…- he was interrupted by the doorbell ringing. They all looked at each other in shock

-Are you expecting someone?- Dean asked Bobby, who glared at him and shook his head. Sam sighed and went to get the door. He opened it a little, his left hand holding his gun, ready to shoot whoever it was. But when he saw the brunette girl standing there, he lost his focus. He let the door slide wide open and stood there, watching as the girl shifted her weight from foot to foot, a tense smile on her face. She reminded him of Danielle. She had the same ocean blue eyes, and almost the same height, that beautiful slender body that Danielle showed off professionally, the only difference, was the hair. She had black raven hair, like a crow's feathers.

-Hi, you must be Sam- she said, holding up her hand for him to take. He stared at it, taken aback

-Yeah…- he murmured, then shook his head and focused- and who the hell are you?-

-Emma?- Bobby's voice rang through his brain, matching the name with the girl's gorgeous face.

-Hi, there, Bobby- she greeted kindly-sorry to stop by so suddenly, but, Dani's in trouble-

-How you…?-

-There's a lot of me you missed Bobby- Emma said thoughtfully, then she looked at Sam- you're gonna let me in, lil' guy?- she asked, using the same nickname Danielle invented for him.

-I guess- he muttered, still somewhat dazzled.

-Thanks- she smiled brightly at him and his mind seemed to shut down then. He watched her as she walked in, gracefully moving to Bobby's living room. He noticed something he missed before, and he wondered how could he, because it was pretty singular. She was wearing torn up light blue jeans, a Sex Pistols tank top with a leather jacket that looked pretty good on her, to be honest, and high, black boots. She didn't by any standards, looked like Danielle, but he could still see the similarities.

-Emma, what you're doing here?- Bobby inquired. Emma was standing in front of his desk, her bags on the floor beside her.

-It's a long story- She replied, and Dean was startled for a minute. That was such a Danielle thing to say.

-Who are you?- he asked, unable to help himself. He was calmed because Bobby seemed to know the girl, and she didn't look like a serial killer or a demon, but, he still had doubts.

-Emma Cobain, Dani's baby cousin- she introduced- and I have work to do-

-You can find her?- Dean questioned, a little hope in his voice

-I sure as hell hope so- she answered, smiling sadly at him- I'll do my best-

-How…?-

-She's a witch- Bobby interrupted Dean's question, then turned to Emma with an accusing expression on his face- I thought you quit that shit, girl-

-No you too!- she whined- c'mon, Bobby, Grams just gave me the same fuckin' speech, and we've been through this- she said with a deep southern drawl that was similar to Danielle's- I'm not plannin' on fallin' down the wagon, Bobby, I promise. But you didn't see what I saw. Man, that girl is in pain, and I'm not gonna let her rot in that demon's cage-

-Emma, are you sure?- Bobby looked at her intently, and she nodded

-Positive, sir- she replied- now, would you get me these things? I'm in kind of a hurry-

-Fine- Bobby grunted- what you need?-

-I need, all this- she handed him a list she made as she stopped by for gas near Kansas city- I drove for two days straight, I had time to think about this spell-

-Are you sure it's gonna work?-

-It's the best I've got- she admitted- I need somethin' of Dani's, preferably somethin' she wore lately. You've got nothin', right?-

-We've got her stuffs before we left-

-Thanks, giant, that'd be awesome- she smiled at Sam and again, he had that weird sensation

-I'll be right back- Sam went upstairs to go look Danielle's bags.

-Okay, I've got everything you need here- Bobby told Emma- let me gather these for you. You'll need a comfortable place, right? Maybe the basement?-

-The panic room would be great, Bob- she said, and he grunted at the nickname-it's not a clairvoyance job, I don't need extra energy, just the correct ingredients-

-Okay, already on it- Bobby rolled his wheelchair and as he passed Emma, she patted his shoulder, making him stop and look at her confused

-Sorry for not bein' here- she told him honestly

-It's okay, kid, don't worry- She nodded and he continued his trip to the kitchen to look for the things she wanted.

"Okay, Em, let's do this" she encouraged herself, while she grabbed her spell book and looked for the one she needed.

-Rise and shine, sleepy head- a voice cooed next to her and she jumped, her muscles protesting in pain

-Damn it- she hissed.

-Well, Dani, I see you're holding up- Astaroth said smiling evilly- I think it's time to bring down the heavy artillery-

"What the hell he means by that?" Danielle thought, somewhat scared. She had lost track of time. She only remembered the tortures she endured. Her shoulders were killing her, still tied up to that hellish machine, not dislocated yet though. She tried to remain still as she saw Astaroth pulling the rope again, her shoulders going unnaturally higher. She bit her lip hard, drawing blood, but didn't scream. She heard Astaroth's laugh and shivered

-You're one tough little thing, aren't you?- he inquired, somehow fascinated-we'll see how tough you're now- he chuckled once evilly and she felt her shoulders dislocating then, the rope pulling too far. She couldn't help it, she let out a scream of pain.

-Now, that's more like it- he said, still grinning from behind her. He could enjoy the view of her almost naked body, but had to restrain himself for doing anything else. He had strict orders. He had to break her, but keep her alive till she said "yes". Otherwise the angels were gonna grab her, and that'd be bad for business.

She fought back the tears, and succeeded. She promised herself she wouldn't cry, and wasn't gonna break that promise. She could guess from the little she knew about anatomy that her shoulders could be out back in place, but that that wasn't gonna happen anytime soon. It hurt like a motherfucker.

-You're gonna say "yes" now? Baby doll, we've got all the time in the world- he told her, facing her

-Go fuck yourself- she spat, looking straight into his eyes that turned freakish white again

-You shouldn't have said that-he hissed, and suddenly, she wasn't sitting anymore. Now she was hanging from a slim wire, she didn't know what it was, but it hurt like hell and she could feel her wrist beginning to slit open, as her tired and hurt shoulders gave in, resting all her weight on the wires.

-Now, little girl, I'm gonna leave you alone to think about what you've done- he told her in a sarcastic voice, and left. And she was alone, again. She fought to stay awake, but she was exhausted and in pain, the only relieve she had was when she was unconscious.

Her feet were barely touching the floor, making it hard to keep the wire from cutting. She was going to stay awake; she didn't want to know what was going to happen if she fell asleep.

"-Come to Daddy!- a strong male voice said, making her smile. The little girl ran to her father's arms, and hugged him tightly. She felt his lips on her head, and smiled in response.

-I love you so much, baby doll, so much- her father told her, pulling away- now, where you wanna go for your birthday?- The girl smiled and jumped up and down, excited and happy

-I want ice cream, I want ice cream!- she kept repeating, making his father chuckle

-Okay, pretty one, let's go get some- he said, and stood up, grabbing his daughter's tiny hand. He stopped, and leaned to whispered in her ear

-You're still a motherfuckin' whore- he hissed, and the girl looked at him wide eyed-you're never gonna be worth it, you might as well give up now, save yourself the regrets-

-No!- she cried, hurt beyond repair

-C'mon, baby doll, you know you're not worth anyone's attention, give up now- she stared at his father, and could see his eyes turning black. She knew that wasn't her father anymore, and couldn't help the shivers running through her spine.

Suddenly, she wasn't a little girl anymore, but a grown up, looking at her father while he destroyed her life. He still had his hand around hers, and she shook it off, backing away slowly

-There's no point in runnin' baby doll- he said evilly- you know you'll join me eventually-

-No…no…- she continued to murmured, tears falling down her cheeks-No!- she screamed and then, everything went black.

Danielle woke up panting for air, her heart thudding inside her chest. Another nightmare. Hell, he just couldn't leave her alone one minute, fucking sadistic demon. Danielle tried to stand up, but her toes could only touch the ground, and she was still hanging from those damn wires.

-Good morning, sunshine- Astaroth greeted her, smiling- have you thought about my offer?-

-How many times do I have to tell you?- she asked sarcastically- go fuck yourself- He was in front of her in a second, and he slapped her, hard, leaving a bruise in her already messed up face.

-You're never gonna see your boyfriend again- he whispered in her ear- or Sammy, or Bobby, or dear old Grams- he pulled away, grinning deranged-or cute little Emma- he raised his eyebrows in a satisfied way- but I'm going to have so much fun with you, baby doll-

Danielle couldn't speak. Her mouth was dry, and her throat was sore. She didn't have it in her to argue or scream. He slowly untied the wires form her wrists, and she could see when he lowered them, that they were cut, like she had tried to kill herself or something.

-C'mon, help me, you're not a baby, you're heavy- the demon said and dragged her to a metallic table, the one she was on first. He restrained her. Her wrists, which hurt like a bitch, and her ankles, plus, he tied a restrain around her breasts and hips, and around her jaw, keeping her head still.

-Now, baby doll, we're gonna have some fun- he told her, taking a sharp looking knife from a table nearby. Slowly, she could see how he got the knife closer to her skin, and even if she tried to move away, it was useless. She felt the knife cut her arm and flinched away from it.

-Shh, stay still- Astaroth whispered-or you're gonna make it worse, baby doll-

-Fuck you- she spat again, angry and completely mad. He grinned evilly and cut her collarbone, just a shallow cut that hurt like hell.

-You're gonna say "yes" now?- he asked, knife ready to stride again

-Tell Lilith to go find another fuckin' partner- she hissed- she's not ridin' me to prom-

-Well, don't worry- he told her- we still have time- she felt the knife cut her skin again, this time in her stomach, and she bit her lip to stop screaming.

That went on for a while. Blood was slipping from her almost in waves, but he didn't stop. He kept asking the same question, and she kept answering the same, with a few variables. After he had almost no skin to keep flagellate, he got creative. Danielle had her eyes closed, trying to breathe through the pain, when she felt a sharp thing stabbing her in her side. She screamed in pain, and felt the knife getting deeper into her flesh. She didn't think it pierced any vital organs, but, who was she to tell, right?

-Now, please, say "yes". My hand kinda hurts- Astaroth said

-Oh yeah? Well, my everythin' kinda hurts too, fucker- Danielle muttered, not strong enough to really fight- one more time, go fuck yourself- She heard him sigh, and then, she felt another knife piercing her skin and muscle. That wasn't even the worst. Meanwhile he was stabbing her in everyplace imaginable to not kill her but make her suffer; she still kept cutting her skin. She thought she must be unrecognizable, and for a moment, she wanted to die, to end the torture and to avoid anyone to see her that low.

"My God, just, end it, or stop it, or, whichever" she thought, and then, as she watched her blood falling from the metallic table to the floor, forming a pool behind her, she felt her mind shut down, and she closed her eyes, giving herself to the blackness that promised numbness at least.

-Are you sure she know what she's doing?- Dean asked Bobby as they watched Emma do the spell. She was in the panic room, knelt on the floor, in front of a bowl with several herbs, something that looked like a talisman, but surely was just a gem, and one of the last shirts Danielle wore.

-I can hear ya, ya know?- she told them, without looking from her spot

-Sorry- Sam said, fascinated at her magic. He could almost feel the power inside her, and it wasn't evil. It was, just strong, and it made him light headed.

-You guys can go for a minute, I don't need assistance-

-But…-

-I'll tell you when I've got her- she said, and looked at them- go, now!-

-Fine- Bobby grunted-let's go boys- he pushed Sam and Dean to the basement and left Emma alone, finally.

-Now, I'm comin' for you, Brandy, I'm comin' for you- she murmured her cousin's nickname when they were teenagers. It wasn't because Danielle was a hooker, it was because she had drunk too much brandy one time, and so the nickname.

Emma shook her head, trying to focus, and looked at the map on the floor. It was a map of the US, she hoped it was enough. With that, even if the demon made an angel proof refugee, she was positive her spell could work. Because, after all, her mother had been one of the best witches out there once upon a time.

She grabbed the Agatha talisman that belonged to her mother, and held it from the tiny metal chain it was hanging from. She poured some mandrake essence on the metal bowl Bobby had given her. Inside it there was some vervain, and a little bit of her blood to intensify the spell. She then threw Danielle's shirt inside and began to chant in Latin. After twice of chanting the spell, the talisman started to move in circles over the northern part of the country. Emma opened her eyes and cursed in Spanish. Her mother had been a Spanish teacher back in the day.

She chanted the spell a few more times, and finally, the talisman fell on one spot alone. It fell in Conrad, Montana. What the hell was there, she didn't know. But what she know was that there was where her cousin was, and that was where she was going. She stood up and grabbed the map, left the other things down there, she'll pick them up later.

-Where did Cass disappear to?- Sam asked as they waited for Emma to finish the spell or whatever.

-No idea- Dean answered, pacing in the living room-he left when Emma showed up-

-You're still not trusting her, are you?- Sam inquired, shaking his head. In his opinion, she had won their respect. She knew Bobby, and was Danielle's cousin, for Christ's sakes. But then again, his logic was usually strange for his brother to understand.

-I've got it!- Emma shouted as she ran upstairs to find them

-Where?- Dean stopped pacing, ready for action

-Conrad, Montana- she said- I don't know why the fuck they're holdin' her there, but I'm comin'-

-Okay, we've got everything ready, c'mon- Dean walked to the kitchen to find Bobby, while Emma ran after him. Sam watched her hair bouncing as she moved, and quickly shook his head, trying to focus.

-Bobby' we're leavin'- Emma announced before Dean could

-Where to?- Bobby turned his wheelchair, looking seriously at Emma

-Conrad, Montana- she said for the third time

-Okay, you guys know how to get there, right?- he inquired looking at Dean

-Yes, sir- Dean nodded and patted Bobby's shoulder- we'll get her back- he said confidently

-You better- he told him. He turned to Emma- you better be careful, kid-

-I will, thanks for bein' such a nice old man- she teased. She joked to hide her nerves and her fear that was how she was made. She kissed Bobby's cheek and smiled sweetly at him- We'll call as soon as we've got somethin' to say-

-Alright- he watched them leave and sighed. They better be careful and bring Danielle back, otherwise, things were gonna get ugly.

-We're ridin' in that?- Emma asked, eyeing the Impala up and down like it was a man. She smirked and looked to Dean- I bet it's yours- she said- Dani told me some stories about that car- she walked over and opened the back seat door. She didn't care she was riding in the back, she was happy to be in such a hot car

-Man, I love muscle cars!- she exclaimed, jumping inside. Sam watched her in awe, until Dean punched his arm and looked at him

-C'mon, we've gotta hurry- he muttered, throwing their things inside the trunk. Sam sighed and got in the passenger seat. He looked at Emma through the rearview mirror. She was looking for something very hard on her bag

-What you're looking for?- Sam asked, turning to face her

-My cell- she replied- I need to make a call...- she stopped and pulled something from the bag- Bingo!- she said and took her cell phone out. It was a tiny black thing, with stickers of rock bands, like The Ramones and Megadeth. She was totally a rock chick, he could tell by only her way of dressing.

Sam looked away as Emma dialed a number on her cell. Dean got in just then and started the car, driving out of Bobby's street.

-Hi, Bell?- Emma said to the phone- yeah, who else is that awesome?- she joked- yes, I've got a location- she paused, listening- I'm not goin' alone, Grams- she said in a childlike tone- I've got the Winchesters, big healthy boys- she threw Sam a look and smiled when she saw he was watching her-No, Grams, I'm goin'. That girl is gonna live, even if the last thing I do- she paused again- Though you'd never ask. Conrad, Montana- she sighed- dude, I'm tired of sayin' that all the freakin' time!- she complained- okay, Gram's, we're on our way, I'll call when we get her. You've got somethin'?-

Sam and Dean were of course listening, it was hard to ignore her cheery tone. They heard her sigh and saw her nod her head

-Okay, keep diggin'. There must be a way to find out what they want- she paused again- or we could just ask Dani when we see her- she seemed thoughtful- doesn't matter, I'm getting' her outta there, and that's it- she listened to the other line for a few seconds and her expression turned cold and hard- Not your business- she said calmly- look for that demon, I'll handle the rescue part, like I always do. You know, you're passivity has a limit, right? Because, you're startin' to annoy me- she paused again- doesn't matter. Trust me, I've got her. And no, I'm not goin' all crazy witchy right now, ask anyone-

Sam looked at Dean curiously but he just shrugged.

-Enough, I'm gonna hang up now- she said- I'll call you later, stop bein' a bitch. Bye- she hung up and tossed her phone on the seat. She closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and then she looked at the guys.

-Sorry for that- she apologized, looking shy- that was my Grams, the old bitch is kinda hard sometimes-

-Grams? As in a grandmother?- Sam asked, he couldn't help it. He wanted to know as much about her as possible. Emma smirked and looked at Sam

-Yeah, as in grandmother- she told him- and here I thought you were the brainiac-she shrugged, and rested her head on the seat between them- well, I guess you're gonna have to trust me-

None of them replied. She sighed again.

-Listen, I know you don't know me. Not my fault. Well, kinda my fault, but Brandy is kinda heavy when she wants to-

-Brandy?- Dean inquired

-Yeah, long story- they both flinched as Danielle's words hit them- but, it'd be a pain to tell you everythin'. Let's just say we were close, once upon a time, then I fucked up, and we parted ways. Now, she needs me, and I'm here playin' Supergirl with you. So, any questions?-

-One- Dean said- how did she never mention you?-

-No idea- she answered- no, wait, that was a lie. I know why. I'm not her favorite person right now. I hope that this hole savin' her thing gets her a little bit softer on me-

-I'm sure she'll forgive whatever you did- Sam told her. He didn't know why exactly he was trying to comfort her, but he was

-Thanks- she smiled at him and he had to smile back, she was contagious- but really, she's gonna be all mother hen on me as soon as she finds out I'm there- she groaned softly and closed her eyes- she's gonna have my ass for the witchy stuff-

-Why?-

-'Cause that was why we fought. She didn't want me practicin' witch craft, and I was too into it at the moment-

-What happened later?-

-I went to rehab, you could say- she replied- I've lived with my Grams since then. I've stayed clean for two years, until today-

-I'm sorry you had to do that- Sam offered, feeling bad for her. He understood just fine what it felt like to have to say no to what is a part of you, what makes you feel powerful.

-It's okay- she shrugged- could've been worse-

-I guess…-

-So, seriously, we've got a long trip ahead of us, ask whatever you want guys, I'm an open book-

-Okay- Sam murmured- explain me again how are you related to Dani- Emma smiled and got comfortable in her seat

-Okay, you'll see, my mother and her mother were sisters. Olivia and Juliet, could've been Romeo, but no. Anyways, my mom went dark side for a while, and that's when I was born, ta-da, always the lucky one- she took a breath and continued- so, after that, she stopped usin' magic. They were never the righteous type though, both of them, but I guess my mom was worse, who knows? So, long story short, after my mom had a few problems with a few people, Dani and Juliet took me in. Specially Dani. That girl was a mother even to her mother. She always took care of us, me over all, and, well, she practically raised me- Her voice went all soft at the end of the sentence, which made Sam turned around

-What?- he asked lightly, trying to comfort her again

-I fucked up big time. When I was twenty, I went on my own, thinkin' I owned the fuckin' world. Damn, if Bobby hadn't saved me a few times, I'd be monster's shit now-

-You're a hunter?- Dean inquired. She didn't look like the hunter type. But then again, neither did Danielle.

-Yeah, been since Dani was. I went with her on most of hunts, till we had that fuckin' fight- She sighed deeply- I really hated myself for that-

-Don't. I'm sure you didn't do it on purpose- Sam offered. Dean threw him a glance sideways, thinking he might have finally lost his mind.

-I suppose so- Emma muttered- but anyway, that's the story of my life-

-So now you're livin' with your grandmother?-

-Yep, good old Isobel Cobain, the matriarch of our clan- she joked- she's the oldest clairvoyant alive, and the best, despite my judgment. She taught Dani and I everythin' we know-

-Danielle never mentioned this…- Dean murmured, getting upset

-Don't blame her. Our family is pretty fucked up. Besides, with all her father's issues, she had her hands full. When Juliet died, man, she was destroyed. I should've been better company, but, I was in a bad place myself-

-How so?-

-Like I said, our family is pretty fucked up. I'm sure she's shyer than I am about that. She doesn't want people to pity her-

-But we'd never do that- Sam interrupted

-I guess, but I'm also sure she didn't want to risk it-

-She should've told us- Dean muttered, he was in a very low mood today

-Tell ya somethin', terminator- Emma said, looking at him- We'll get her safe, and you'll forgive her, okay? It's our little secret, you'll tell her nothin'-

-Why?-

-'Cause I want life to be easier for her, and she doesn't like whiny guys- she joked, making Sam chuckle- so? We've got a deal, terminator?-

-Alright, if we get her safe, I'll shut my mouth-

-Awesome- Emma grinned, and then sighed, one more time-okay, guys, call me when we're close, I'm gonna see what else can I get-

-Okay- Sam nodded at her and she smiled in response. He wasn't bad at all. In fact, she wouldn't mind to spend some quality time with him. "Maybe after we save Brandy" she thought, and got to work. Lucky for her, she had this strange artificial calm that helped her in moments like this. She was falling apart inside, but jokes were always her best friends.

Dean drove with his mind set in finding Danielle. He was a little shocked at everything Emma told them, but, he was damn set in keeping his promise to her. Hell, if they saved her, nothing else mattered, not her past, not his pigheadedness to find out more about her. He needed her safe in his arms, and that was it.

-Wakey, wakey, sunshine- Astaroth cooed in her ear. Danielle groaned, and then hissed in pain. She was hurting everywhere. There wasn't a part of her anatomy that didn't ache. She could feel the dry blood on her skin, and she felt dirty and ugly. She felt alienated.

-C'mon, baby doll, you only need to say one little word- Astaroth pushed. Danielle was beyond caring at that moment. She barely remembered what she was doing there, and she didn't have the energy to fight anymore. But she'd be damned is she open her mouth.

Astaroth waited, and waited some more. He sighed, almost hissed, and took back his favorite knife. She'd been with him for three days, almost four now, and she was one tough thing. Hard to break. But he was going to make it, he was sure.

-Let's talk about this one more time- he said patiently- you're gonna say "yes"? You don't have much left, baby doll-

-Fuck you- she muttered, her voice breaking. Astaroth had had enough by then. He took the knife and in one fluidly motion thrust it on her flesh, near her ribs. He made sure he didn't touch any vital organ. He heard her screamed in agony and smiled. His sadistic side was thrilled, her screams were the most amazing thing in the universe.

-I'll never say "yes", never…- she murmured, blacking out. Astaroth grinned again, and took the knife out, making Danielle flinch in pain. She was barely holding up. She didn't feel her shoulders, that were dislocated. Her face was covered in bruises and cuts, her entire body was cut, blood dripping from every wound. She was hurt. She wished she was dead, at least dead she couldn't feel. But this? This was agony, the worst torment, and there was no way out of it. "Maybe that's the worst part" she thought, fighting to stay awake "the impotence, the rage, and again, I can't do a thing" she let herself close her eyes for a second, and she must've been delusional, because she heard a familiar voice cursing, and that was it. She fell into unconsciousness, happy to feel nothing.

-You've got the knife?- Sam asked and Dean nodded

-Nice and sharp, let's kill this mother fucker- he said

-Wait!- Emma exclaimed- if this is the place, which it is, there will be demon guards-

-Fuck!- Dean groaned, knowing she was right-okay, you and Sam take the back, I'm…-

-No, you take the back, we'll distract them- Emma interrupted him. He looked at her critically- c'mon, terminator! You've got the knife! We can't kill him without it!-

-Fine- he muttered- wait, we can call Cass-

-Cass?- Emma frowned, confused

-What for?- Sam inquired, ignoring Emma

-Take us out of here- Dean said- think about it. This demon has white eyes, like Alistair, like Lilith. He probably won't die with this- he held up Ruby's knife and heard Sam cursed

-You're right-

-Wait, why won't the knife work?-

-The demon is too powerful- Sam explained

-Oh, I see…- she nodded thoughtful- well, whatever, get that Cass over here and let's take my cousin outta there-

-He won't be able to get in- Sam commented, realizing why Castiel hadn't found Danielle before. That building was angel proof

-Oh, enough with the problems, okay?- Emma said exasperated, throwing her hands in the air- Call the guy, the angel or whatever, and he can wait right here. I'll get her out, not matter what-

-She's got a point- Sam agreed. Dean thought about it for a second. It was their best shot. They could distract the demon and Emma could get Danielle out

-You guys go ahead; I'll call him and tell him what to do- Dean told them- good luck-

-Yeah, you too- Emma had lost her easy smile in the process. That was it. She had to take Danielle out, and safe, and then run like bat outta hell. Luckily, this angel guy could help. If not, she was going to safe her with her bare hands if she had to. Nobody was going to take her girl away from her.

-Let's do this- Sam looked at her and a sudden desire to kiss her invaded him. He shook his head, focusing. He could think about it later. After they save Danielle.

Emma held her gun in her right hand, ready to start shooting. She also had a bottle of holy water and salt. This fucker was dead. She looked at Sam, who noticed two demons outside the front door to the warehouse, and nodded to her to take the right, he'd go on the left. They couldn't do much though; only knock them unconscious or something. And wait for the knife to kill them. An exorcism could take far too long. And time, was what they didn't have.

She couldn't see how he did it, but Sam had both demons on the floor before they could blink. She nodded at him in approval, thinking guys that can take a demon out like that were hot. And rare. They made their way to the front door, and walked in. Luckily, they didn't find any more demons. Until they got inside the room Danielle was in. Emma could see her cousin tied to a metallic table, and she lost her mind when she saw all the blood on the floor. If it was hers, then she was dying, and they had to hurry.

-Fuck!- she screamed as Sam and her got in motion. They knocked the four demons there out, but still no sign of big Daddy demon. As soon as the last demon hit the floor, she ran to Danielle. She gasped in horror and felt her heart stop at what she saw. Danielle was barely breathing, her face was purple and black from the bruises, and she was all covered in blood, and underneath that, she could see the cuts and stabs, and her eyes filled with tears for what she'd been through.

-What do you think you're doing, little girl?- A male voice asked. She could feel someone behind her, and bet that wasn't Sam or Dean. She turned around and was met with freakish white eyes. She jumped backwards and grabbed her gun, shooting at the demon to keep him away. It was the demon that had done this to her cousin, but still, she couldn't kill him, didn't know how.

-DEAN!- She shouted, and couldn't enjoy the relief when he appeared behind the demon, and stabbed him on the back. The guy arched his entire body and let out a weak sound, something like a hiss. "Oh, God, we're fucked" she thought. They were right; the knife wasn't enough to kill him.

-Get him away, tie him up, I don't care, I need one minute to get her out- she told Dean, who nodded and grabbed the demon, dragging him backwards to the wooden chair Danielle had been in.

-Dani, baby, can you hear me?- Emma whispered in her cousin's ear. She bit back a cry and undid Danielle's restrains. She felt tears falling when she saw her broken body. She felt an enormous amount of rage and hatred, but right then, she needed to get her out.

-Here, I'll take her, c'mon- Sam told her, pushing her a little to fit Danielle into his arms. He refused to see the damage yet, they'd had time later. He grabbed her and carried her outside, where, thank God, Castiel was waiting. He looked shocked and Emma could see the sympathy in his eyes. He was a kind soul, she was sure of that.

-We've gotta get Dean- Sam said, looking to the warehouse

-I'll go- Emma offered, but Sam shook his head

-No, take her to a hospital, I'll get him. Tell us where you are, okay? Call me-

-Alright- Emma nodded and took Danielle in her arms. It was a good thing they were so alike, and luckily, Danielle was slim and Emma could handle her weight. She watched as Castiel looked at her without any expression and touched a finger to her forehead. Then things were dizzy for a moment. And the next thing she knew, they were in front of a hospital.

"Saint Matthews Hospital" it read.

-Thanks- Emma muttered and ran inside with a bleeding and unconscious Danielle.

-Help, I need a doctor here!- she shouted, catching the nurses attention

-Oh, Lord!- she heard one of them say

-Yeah, yeah, God had nothin' to do with it- Emma murmured-She's my cousin, Danielle Cooper- she remembered to say Danielle's fake name, thank Jesus- She's barely breathin', please-

-Put her in here, dear- a nice nurse pointed to a hospital bed and Emma laid Danielle there, hoping to all that was holy that she'd be alright. Faster than she could realize, a wave of doctors and other people took Danielle away and as she tried to follow, they pushed her away.

-Wait, don't- she said, helplessly- she's my cousin, I need to see her- the nurse kept pushing her, until she heard a familiar voice on the background, yelling for an explanation as to where the hell was his girlfriend.

-Dean!- Emma took off running, and gladly met Sam and Dean- Hey- she greeted, breathlessly- they took her somewhere, couldn't tell me where though- she explained and turned to the nurse that had just kept her away from Danielle

-Get that bitch away from me- she hissed, causing Sam to wrap his arm around her to keep her from snapping- Dean, go see her, punch 'em, kick 'em, kill 'em, I don't care, but get to her, terminator, I'm serious!- she ordered and Dean nodded once before walking off to look for a doctor to threaten.

-She'll be fine, c'mon- Sam told Emma and dragged her to the waiting room. They sat there; he couldn't let her go fearing she might assault the hospital to look for Danielle. All the calmness and coolness she showed earlier were lost. She was desperate now; she needed to be with Danielle.

Ten long minutes later, they saw Dean walking to them and they both stood up. Well, Emma jumped, pulling Sam along.

-So? What'd they say? Is she alright? She's gonna make it? Where is she?- Emma asked in quick succession. Dean looked tired, and in pain

-She's in surgery- he told them, and Sam felt Emma's body stiffen under him-they had to stop the internal bleeding one of the stabs caused, and then they'll put her shoulders in place, and stitch the shallower cuts- he explained. He took a seat in one of the uncomfortable chairs, and covered his face with his hands. Emma lost the little control she had left and fell on a chair too, making Sam stumble to get her. He sighed sadly. He needed to stay calm for them, otherwise they were fucked.

And so, they waited. They didn't want to call Bobby or Isobel. None of them had the will. They were past worried to straight crazy about Danielle. And what were they gonna tell the cops? It was obvious she'd been tortured, and how the hell do you explain that to the police? Serial killer? Ex psycho boyfriend? Goddamn it, it was so fucking hard sometimes.

Slowly, as time passed by and there were still no news from Danielle, Emma leaned against Sam wide chest, and fell asleep. Dean looked at her, made a face, something like a smile maybe, but not quiet, and walked to the coffee machine. He didn't ask Sam if he wanted coffee. He knew they'd need it. It was going to be a long night.