By: Fire Wolfe
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Boston is burning
Part 56
There was a flash and cry and the smoke cleared. Four large beings stepped out of the circle. Each large and powerful each looking angry but having no real choice as they were bound to the one who summoned them to fight to kill on command. Not that they would not have killed in any case but to be tied to a mortal to do their bidding chafed.
"Do not worry your comrades will soon join you. I will reward you well. While I have bound you to my will for now it will not be a harsh service. I dare say that you and your brothers and sisters will enjoy the task I have for you."
"You shall pay human."
"Perhaps, however I think that you shall enjoy working for me and when you see whom I wish you to kill then perhaps you shall become willing allies." He laughed insanely.
"Feed us we need blood." The large being shouted angry about having to ask but needing blood to stay strong the trip had exhausted them and they had tried not to be dragged into the human realm. However they were here and would feed and in time make the human pay dearly. He would scream and beg and then perhaps he would die.
"Of course, your meals I do hope you like Mexican." He stepped away and the Uber vampires saw over two dozen Mexicans standing huddled terrified.
"Perhaps you will do human." The vampire said as he and his comrades moved to feed the Mexican were all large men but they were scared however they fought not that it did much good but they fought and their blood splattered around the room making him smile. Yes the human had provided a decent meal.
The blood spattered and he smiled these vampires and the others he would call would help end the slayers. He knew full well that these vampires were more than a match for Buffy Summers and her misfits. In a few hours he would summon more but first he had to check on Travers and see what he was up to. He could not be allowed to muck things up to much.
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"Well this sucks." Jane said tossing the file down. 'They were no closer to finding the killers then they had been in the beginning. The only good thing was that the SWWW had provided some background on the killing. Not that it helped them find the killer but they now knew for certain that the Witches and Slayers had been killed in a very specific ritual. A ritual designed to give someone more magic and power. Not that she was totally on board with magic and power ritual despite everything she had seen. Ok she was a skeptic and maybe she just wanted to hope it was not true. Regular killers were bad enough. Serials killers like Hoyte a thing of nightmares this, this crap went way beyond nightmares into absolute fucking terror.'
Jane shook a moment then felt strong arms wrap around her.
"It will be all right Jane we will solve this." Maura said pulling her close. Jane shook a little normally she was the strong one but this had unnerved her turned her world upside down and she was afraid. She turned pulling Maura close tucking her head under her chin and holding her. She needed Maura as her sanity her touchstone. Her wife hugged her tightly then leaned up and kissed her neck.
"We will bring Justice Jane. This is just another case. It has some complications but we will solve it." Maura said having absolute faith in her family to win the day. They had been at it for hours but they found little new information. Maura knew help was on its way but had hoped to have a clearer picture before the various teams arrived. Most would be there within the hour two at most given that even those in Los Angeles and Los Vegas were on their way. She had heard that Lady Heather was on the later flight so she fully expected them to be there sooner than the BPD believed possible. She was a very powerful woman and a witch so she was betting they would have tail winds the whole flight. Something that the mundane could believe sped things up a little, Maura was relieved at hearing of her coming to Boston even learning that the woman she respected so deeply was a relative her aunt did little to detour her joy at her coming. She had once spent time in Lady Heather's care and it had helped even her out in ways most would never know or expect. With Lady Heather she had found unconditional acceptance and love. Of course now knowing the family connection explained much but somehow Maura was certain that even if she had not been family she would have been treated with the same love and care. Lady Heather had helped her find her inner peace and it was due to her help that she had finally admitted to loving Jane as more than a friend and finally being willing to risk showing that love. Maura also knew few in the Wiccan community had her power. With Willow down Lady Heather was perhaps the next best defense they could have. That was something they were clearly going to need not to mention Willow might need her help to heal.
"I'm worried Maura what if we cannot stop these killings?" Jane said clearly tired. "I worry for our family. Mom and Tommy and Lidia and T.J. and our own little girl, I mean I know it's not something we've talked about but, I want to be a family. She needs us."
"I know and we will keep them safe. We are not alone this time Jane. Help is on its way." Maura touched Jane's lips with her fingers stopping her protests. "This is not a reflection on us or our team. This whole thing is far bigger then we knew. We need the help each team has a piece of the puzzle and when we are all here together we can see the whole picture."
Jane sighed and nodded pulling away and pushing her hands through her hair. She heard her phone ring. "Rizzoli"
"Jane it's me we got some news." Frankie said. "Faith found some odd substances. I don't know how we missed it but the vials, bottles were buried under some ruble. We are bringing it back to have Suzie and company see what it is. We think it's some sort of control agent but we need tests. Is Willow up to helping Suzie yet?"
"No she is still down. How can Suzie help?" There was no way Jane wanted to believe their criminologist was a closet Wiccan.
"Well she can tell us what is in the goop we found. Then we can compare the ingredients at least that is what Faith said. We are on our way in."
"Ok Frankie be careful." Jane said worried this case just got stranger by the moment.
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Mathew Donavan slammed down his phone. First those Chinese women disappeared not a group of Mexican men this was not good. He hated to do this but he needed help. He picked up the phone and dialed his cousin. Maybe just maybe he could use his contacts or rather Paddy's to find answers people were disappearing and if his gut was right they would soon be finding body dumps not something he wanted to happen. He had promised to keep them safe and he had them all in a safe house this was not going to be allowed to stand.
"Sean I have a situation several of my safe houses have been compromised and the people are missing with clear signs of struggle. I found an Athame."
"Damn that's not good. Ok meet me at BPD there some stuff I need to fill you in on and Mattie this could be bad really bad, I mean how come you know? I mean weren't those houses deep cover?"
"Yeah well there was this little boy his name was Marco and he asked me to come see him. Then Jin in the other house she had family here and wanted her sister to come with her under protection. I checked on them. I gave my word Sean."
"Yeah then I guess I get that. Come in we got to talk, Sean its family business."
The curses that came down the telephone made Even Korsak blush as he heard them. 'Well there no doubt he is Paddy's boy.'
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The bodies were buried in shallow graves. No point in burying them to deep as they would all soon rise again he laughed at this wondering just what type of vampire would rise? It was interesting on an intellectual level however the bindings were on them so he did not really care they were as much fodder for the slayers as their sires who he'd called from hell. He did not even consider that the vampires might get out of control and that if their plan succeeded there would only be one slayer to hunt the beasts.
He would wait to see what happened to this batch of vampires before feeding the remaining ones to them. Besides the children would not make much of a meal for the vampires and they could be bargaining chips as the slayers had soft spots for children.
TBC…..
By: Fire Wolfe
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Boston is burning
Part 57 Convergence
The planes all landed remarkably within minutes of each other and by order of Doyle unbeknownst to the passengers they were all routed to the same offloading station. Minutes after disembarking the various groups all found themselves at looking for the car rental stations. However they were all stopped from renting when a voice called out.
"If you lot are here for the BPD we have a ride for you."
The various groups all turned and saw a group of men in dark suits and glasses waiting.
"I'm James Dr. Isles driver and these men Liam, David and Kevin are all here to help drive you to the BPD. Dr. Isles arranged cars for you so that there is no wait. We will gather your gear and luggage if you would like."
"Dr. Isles why would she do that we are able to arrange our own transport?" SAS Hotchner asked looking at the men a bit warily.
James chuckled at that. "Well I am sure you are but why waste tax payer's dollars. Dr. Isles said you were all coming in to do us a favor so we are here to help. This mess has to be cleaned up." James looked seriously angry as he spoke. "I suppose you could all get your own cars but parking around the PD is tight and frankly any vehicles you take could be compromised this agency good people though they are don't post 24 hour guards. I think you would be safer in our limos as they are all bullet proof."
"Why would we need bullet proof vehicles?" Don Eppes asked.
"Because we have had several incidents in the last few hours, police, firemen, Emts and others have all become targets. The Unsubs left messages warning the BPD to back off."
"Unsubs, are you familiar with the case?" Spencer Reid asked shocked that a driver would use such references.
"We aren't stupid doctor Reid. We may choose to be drivers for a living but we all had other jobs first." Kevin said looking a little annoyed. "Look you want a ride or not. The boss said pick you lot up but if you don't want a ride I got killers to hunt."
The various law officers froze and glared. "That is our job." Fornell said looking angry.
"Yeah sure you betcha, like you lot could find your ass in the sand." Liam said. "However the boss and doctors Iles said to fetch you lot so we are here. Are you coming along and maybe be of some use or will you stick your heads in the sands. I mean we know full well this bullshits been going on for a while and you all missed it."
"I am afraid the young man is right Jethro we did miss the signs." Ducky looked pale and sick.
"Watcher, you …if you endanger the Queen or our King I will end you treaty or no." Kevin said with a glare.
"Easy there little brother Dr. Isles trusts these men and women. We have to too." James said. "Besides not all watchers are like Travers was."
"Most certainly not I left the council when I learned of his betrayals!" Donald Mallard said with almost a shout.
Gibbs caught him to stop him from striking out at the driver."Easy Ducky a ride might make things faster. Not to mention we will need the trunk space."
"Enough, we will of course accept the ride." Lady Heather said her voice commanding.
The men all turned and seeing her instantly became contrite.
"We beg your pardon my lady." Liam said bowing to Lady Heather shocking the other law officers. "We did not know you were coming."
"Of course I came. Paddy needs me and Sam. We will be helping and I trust the team I have brought to help end this. I may not like all watchers. "She glared at Donald Mallard "However I know Dr. Mallard speaks the truth. My team has some familiarity with the officers from Miami and I personally can vouch for at least one member of the team from L.A. though he is not an agent. He and his team will be staying in my home along with those from L.V. I am rather certain that Lucas will put up the team from Miami if needed and the watchers have homes here as well."
Ducky snorted. "I'll not stay at Diana's, but I do have a cousin here. He has offered the use of his home to us. While he is away he knows the importance of this case so we will be staying at Winchester Manor."
"Perhaps you are redeemable doctor." Lady Heather said with a smile. Charles Winchester would not have offered his home unless he was certain Ducky could be trusted.
"Charles and I are family. He said I was a fool and sadly I fear he was right but, I can learn and will help fix this mess."
"You had better, but be warned doctor mess with Maura, Faith or Jane and it won't be pretty." Sam Braun said looking serious. "Paddy takes a dim view on those that harm his own as do I."
Ducky nodded at that.
"Hey back off you reject from the rat pack." Tony warned stepping up to defend his friend. He almost retreated at the dark looks he got.
Gibbs head smacked him. "Ducky can handle this Tony if we are going we should move out."
Don Eppes looked at the woman who had seemingly vouched for his team and then at those of it that had come with him. Larry was trying to look innocent as he looked everywhere but the confrontation. However Lady Heather had seen him and came over to his side.
"It is a pleasure to see you once more Lawrence."
Larry blushed deeply and bowed kissing Lady Heather's hand. "The honor is mine Lady Heather."
Grisham bristled. He saw the smile Lady Heather had it was a real one warm and friendly and truly happy to see the man who kissed her hand and was pulled up into a hug. He felt something stir within him anger and jealously flared.
Megan watched shocked that this woman a stranger would greet Larry with such open affection. She bristled and looked over at Liz and Robin both seemed as confused as she was. Charlie and Amita merely smiled shyly.
"I am pleased you are doing so well Lawrence."
"It has been a trial but, I am healing. You helped me on that road and Megan is pushing me along."
Heather smiled as she released him. "I am pleased. Introduce me to your ….friends." She seemed to stumble over that.
Larry grinned. "Lady Heather this is Donald Eppes our team leader his fiancé Robin Brooks who has arranged for our being allowed here. Elizabeth Warner and Megan Reeves. Charles Eppes is my protégé and Amita Ramanujan Charles' lady."
"I am honored to meet you all." Lady Heather said with a genuine smile.
"Ah yeah us too, "Don said stumbling at the power he felt from the lady and the passion he could sense. He felt like a gosh schoolboy and had to resist blushing.
"We need to go boss." Tim McGee said however when Lady Heather looked at him he looked away and blushed. Ziva moved to his side protectively. She loved McGee like a brother but he was by no means up to fending off the predator she felt facing them.
"Horatio we need to move." Callie said not liking this. She knew Lady Heather and was not about to get into pissing contest with her.
"Yes, we do. Lady Heather shall we?" He asked offering his arm to her. Knowing she was annoyed and that pushing her was a very bad idea. He looked over at Grisham as if to say I can't believe you let her come?
Gil Grisham glared at Horatio Cane. His look said 'As if I could stop her?'
Lady Heather took Horatio's arm he was right they had more important things to do. She could put the boys and girls in their places later. She let him lead her to the first car. James moved ahead and opened the door. She got in with Sam and their team. "Horatio go with Liam he will keep you and Callie safe and fill you in."
"Of course Lady Heather I admit to being concerned and wondering how and why you are here?"
She looked away and at him and said. "Its family Horatio, I won't fail what is left of my family."
He nodded and went to the car she pointed out. He would get what answers he could then help BPD solve this case. Something in his gut told him this was going to be a mess.
"Larry what is going on?" Megan Reeves asked no almost demanded. "What is this about our staying with that woman? Lady Heather what is going on?"
Larry looked sheepish. 'So much for them not knowing we were staying with a witch, what to tell them oh boy this is complicated. "Lady Heather is the therapist who has been helping me sort through things as well as a woman I think of as a friend."
"Ah, not to pry but Larry she looks at you like…well like Megan does." Charlie said.
Larry chuckled at that. "Maybe at one time we could have, but that was a long time ago we are honestly just friends and I am her patient she would never cross that line."
"Ah ok but why do they call her Lady Heather?" Liz asked.
Larry turned beet red. "Ah, well that is hers to explain. I mean ah….she is royalty and ah… well…she." He stuttered not being able to say it.
Their driver began to chuckle clearly amused. "Wait until I tell her you stuttered and stumbled Doc."
Larry glared at the driver but was glad he got to laugh as he had a feeling very few in this investigation even on its fringes laughed much lately.
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The Coven laid down the protections. Each hoped this would keep their charges safe. "We set the strongest wards we know."
"We thank you ladies. I fear it won't be enough. It is why I have called the whole clan home. Perhaps there will be safety in numbers."
"We can hope." Althea said softly. "Blessed be Mother Harper."
"Blessed Be Althea and may the "Goddess protect you and the coven. We will honor our pact. You will lead the Coven well"
Althea squeezed her hand grateful. "I know and I will tell the king and our queen. That you are faithful and true, as to leading I will do what I can and pray the Goddess guides my way."
The blue demon nodded and walked the witch and her coven out. All they could do was lock down and pray. Pray the slayers and the police caught those ripping the community apart. Human, slayer, witch, demon none were safe and it did not matter if you were neutral or not. It made her fear for her people for the first time in years.
TBC…..