Bo
Bo was up early pacing back an forth on her patio deck. She had a wonderful time with Lauren last night, but today was going to be a sad one. She had to say goodbye to Sam Dennis for good. She couldn't and wouldn't ask him to live in her world. A world filled with daily threats and unknowns. She didn't doubt that she couldn't protect him, she knew the Fae fucks would never leave him be, if they were to learn his true identity. Since she didn't live in Grimley, she couldn't take that chance.
Lauren kissed her once more before dropping her off at home. She promised she would stop by later in the afternoon to check on them, and see how they were doing. Bo knew she would probably need that, for as powerful as she is, Sam had always been a soft spot. A good one. A good man. Quick to hold her when she needed it, and there were a lot of those moments between them. Until recently with Aife, she never knew what a real parent felt like since she had to leave home. Leave him.
She had been gone long enough, that she thought he would have forgotten her, or been angry that she never kept in touch. Grimley was the kind of town that would lynch people, at the mere appearance of trouble, or something they didn't understand. Which is another reason they were so quick to lynch Bo, she dated both girls and boys in high school, and only fell in love with Kyle. Bo was a freak. A monster to them. If people call you something often enough, you will start to believe it, and she did.
She stopped and looked into the house. She knew Sam should be awake by now, so she gently opened the patio door and entered the house. It was quiet and warm. She had lit the fireplace before she went outside. Humans could get a lot colder than the Fae ever could. She wanted him to feel comfortable at all costs.
"Good morning Beth". Sam smiled as he walked into the living room.
"Good morning Dad. Did you sleep well? Bo asked turning her attention to him.
"Like a baby. That bed is wonderful. Might need one for home and these old bones". Sam laughed.
"I can send you one, once you decide on where you want to live. I really don't mind helping you out. I just don't trust the folks in Grimley, not to harm you. For helping me". Bo said trying to hold her anger in.
"That would be nice, but really it's not necessary". Sam smiled taking a cup of coffee from Bo.
"Dad you are getting a new bed. Just accept it for the gift that it is". Bo smiled taking a sip of her own coffee.
"Ok. Ok. I won't fight you". Sam said raising his free hand up into the air.
"Sorry I was going to cook breakfast but wasn't sure what time you would be up". Bo said looking around her kitchen. She had a few dry cereals and boxes of oatmeal.
"Toast and coffee would be find. I am not the big breakfast type". Sam said following Bo to the dining room table.
"Ok. Well sit and I will make the toast". Bo said grabbing some bread and popped four pieces into the toaster.
Within a few minutes, the toast and a fresh pot of coffee was ready. Bo walked back to the table and sat across from Sam.
"So what did you want to do today? Bo asked as she put jam on her toast.
"We don't have to do anything glamorous. I am actually a little sore from our ride yesterday to be honest". Sam laughed as he stretched his back.
Bo stood up and walked over to Sam. "Stand up Dad".
"What are you going to do? Sam asked.
"Fix you". Bo smiled.
"How..? Sam asked.
Before the man knew what was happening, Bo had popped his back, and the bruising he felt was gone.
"How did you..?
"I have powers dad. Powers that can heal people, and bring them back to life. That's why you can't stay. People like me would want to harm you, and I don't want you having to live, always looking over shoulder". Bo explained sadly.
"Is that the blue eyes thing? Sam asked turning around to Bo.
"Yes it is. It is not a pretty sight. For the longest time, I thought I was a monster, sometimes I still do, but Lauren has been helping me with that". Bo said walking over to the fireplace so they could sit and chat.
"You really do love her don't you Beth? Sam asked.
Bo instantly blushed. "I do. I have been an ass to her at times. Numerous times, but yes I really do love her". She smiled.
"You've always had a temper, I am not sure if it was the blue eyes thing, but you have to learn to control that regardless, when it comes to her. Look at Mary, she doesn't have your powers, and she has always been nasty. Set a new example, don't be the old example". Sam replied.
Bo smiled and rolled her tongue in her mouth. He said a lot in a short amount of time. "Thanks Dad". She smiled softly.
The two of them sat quietly. Looking at the fire, getting lost in their own thoughts.
"We could go riding again, but Lauren has my bike". Bo said.
"Wait you have a pool table right? Sam asked.
"I do! Bo smiled.
"Then lets go and play that. That will give us plenty of time to talk and bond". Sam smiled standing up to walk his coffee cup into the kitchen.
"Ok! Bo smiled. She had forgotten that she had given him a small tour of her house after she returned home and found him pacing. At least she knows where she got her pacing from, even if it wasn't biological.
Lauren
Lauren's day almost started off identical to Bo's. She had gotten up, and walked out to her patio. Locking the door behind her, she stretched and took off on a nice long run. It was always good for a Doctor. Especially a Doctor with her abilities. Downtime so she could be refreshed for whatever her day held. She had taken another day off to be there for Bo, if and when she needed her.
She ran through everything going on in her head too. Bo. Her clinic. Her patients. The life that she was still getting used to. But the good part about it was, that there was nothing holding her down or back. She and Bo had a long talk sitting on the motorcycle staring at the view from the mountaintop.
Bo still wanted to put off graduating to work on them. Lauren refused to allow her to do that. All she needed to do was actually graduate. Nobody was pushing her to do more than that at the moment. But a lot of people had worked to prevent it, and even more worked to make it come true.
Stopping in her tracks, she pulled her phone out. "This is Dr. Lauren Lewis. I suggest you get your ass to Toronto. Don't make me have to come and get you".
She hung up the call and ran back to the house after she had ran for over a mile. She had things to do, and she was ready to do them.
The Dal
Mason was busy stocking the shelves behind the bar so that he could open up for business. They had more than enough liquor since they left and returned. Lou Ann had done very well keeping up with every penny, and ounce of liquor. Some Fae stragglers still grumbled that they never had to pay when Trick ran it, but he coolly reminded them that Aife wasn't Trick.
"What's going on? Aife asked coming up the stairs.
"Just stocking the shelves. It will probably be busy today. According to the logs, it's been just as busy in the day as it has been at night". Mason explained.
"Where is Lou Ann? Aife asked.
"She called. She said she would be here soon". Mason said.
"Did she find a house yet? Aife asked. She really did want to give the woman somewhere better than where she was living.
"She did. She took pictures of it and is coming by to show us before we shell out money to buy it. Seems the owners are eager to sell too". Mason answered.
"Hmm that's interesting. But if she likes it, she will have it". Aife said as she took a seat at the bar.
Mason nodded as he set out a few more shot and cocktail glasses. Lou Ann had ordered plenty of those too.
"I'm here. I'm here". Lou Ann said rushing in. She looked almost flushed for a Fae.
"Is there something wrong? Mason asked.
"Just the owner of the house is on my ass to get over there with the money, or he will sell it to some punk kids". Lou Ann said.
Mason looked at his watch. It's still hours away from time to open the Dal. "Lets go". He said grabbing a large envelope from the drawer behind the bar.
"I'm going too". Aife laughed.
"What? Why? Lou Ann asked. Aife's mouth had a tendency to cause a lot of trouble. She didn't need that right now. She loved the house. It is a two story house with four bedrooms, and 3 and 1/2 baths. It has lots of space. The owner had just sent his last kid off to college, and wanted to dump the place as he didn't need it anymore.
"My powers of persuasion". Aife laughed.
"Aife I want this house and no offense, the sight of you is threatening". Lou Ann said.
"I'm paying for this house, I should be allowed to see it". Aife laughed again. Lou Ann could be buying a porta potty for all that Aife knew, and considering how much money is in the envelope Mason grabbed, it better not be shitty like Bo's old clubhouse.
"The owner is a human, so he doesn't know of us". Lou Ann said.
"Well shit. Mason put that money back in the safe. We don't need to pay him then". Aife laughed.
"I'd prefer to pay him. I want to live as quiet of a life, as I can". Lou Ann said softly. She had been on the run for most of her life. Namely trying to avoid death and keeping tabs on Bo.
"Damn girl you are making my left tit itch. I can't have fun, if I can't thrall anyone". Aife laughed.
"Aife". Lou Ann said staring knowingly at the Succubus.
"Ok. Ok. Lets get there, check it out, so Mason can get back here". Aife said as Mason held the back door to the Hummer for her.
Lou Ann climbed into her own car and sped away as Mason followed close behind her.
Bo and Sam
"Eight ball, corner pocket". Bo smiled as she took her shot and pumped her fist when it rattled and dropped in.
"Now we have a tie". Sam laughed.
"Yep. It's your turn to rack em up". Bo laughed as she readied her cue stick for her next shot.
"This has been fun Bo. I know things are going to be a bit sadder later, but this has been fun. Spending any time with you has been fun. I never thought that I would see you again. I know you said you had it rough after you left Grimley, but you are still a good woman". Sam said as he finished racking the balls.
Bo swallowed hard trying to choke back her tears. If she started now, she would likely never stop. She had missed him more than she knew, especially now. Seeing him in front of her, without worrying about Mary storming in and admonishing her for whatever she did wrong. Bo just breathing pissed her off. Sam was always so sweet. So thoughtful. When Bo turned twelve he taught her how to drive a stick shift. Mary was against that too thinking it was all Bo's idea, but it was Sam's.
"I can still come and see you Dad. We just need to plan when". Bo said clearing her throat.
"I'd like that". Sam said as he stood waiting for Bo to take her first shot.
Bo bent over and took her shot. She knocked a few in, but the first that went in were the striped balls.
They made quick time of that game and Sam won breaking the tie. He joked that Bo let him win, but they had bet on the game, so she wasn't happy to be losing a few bucks, but took the loss good naturedly.
"Why don't we throw a few steaks on the grill? Lauren should be here soon and we could have lunch together again". Bo said looking outside. The sun was shiningly brightly.
"Ok, but I'm the cook". Sam smiled putting their sticks away.
Bo threw her hands up gently and showed him where everything was while she grabbed a few steaks, and some potatoes. She had forgotten how much of a griller he was, and was excited to taste his steaks again.
"If you have everything you need, I am going to call and check on Lauren". Bo smiled holding her phone up.
"Go ahead sweetie. Your old dad can take it from here". Sam smiled wide as he started up the grill. Bo had given him an apron and he laughed. He didn't think she would own one.
Lauren's
Lauren had showered and was waiting for the man she called, it had only been 30 minutes, and she knew this particular man was busy, but she didn't care. This was important too.
She looked up when she heard her doorbell ring. Walking over to open the door, she cleared her throat.
"This better be good Lauren". The man scoffed.
"Oh like you've never kept me waiting for anything". Lauren said gesturing for the man to enter.
"As Mayor, I am a busy man. What is this about? He snapped.
"Do not get uppity with me. I haven't forgotten that mom helped you with your political career. I feel you owe me a few favors too, since I helped with your campaign". Lauren snapped back.
"What do you want Lauren?! Really I do have things to do! The Mayor snapped again.
"I don't know if you have ever heard of Bo Dennis, she was screwed out of her High School Diploma. You are going to be part of her graduation ceremony I am planning. I will not take no for an answer". Lauren finally explained.
"I don't have time for kiddie stuff. If this is a grown woman, she can fix her own mess". The Mayor said heading back towards the door, but was stopped in his tracks.
"If you take another step, your career will be over. Everything about you, will be over". Lauren said coolly.
"Is that a threat?! The Mayor snapped angrily turning back to Lauren, and nearly wet himself when her eyes glistened.
"Call it what you want, just be available tomorrow afternoon". Lauren smiled knowing she had him scared shitless. He had always been a pompous dick.
"What time tomorrow? The Mayor groaned.
"About 2 o'clock. I will call you later with more details. You better answer my call too. Something tells me your hands were somehow in this bullshit too. You don't want me or Bo's real mother to find out for sure". Lauren smiled tapping the Mayor's chin.
The Mayor rolled his eyes and stepped away from the Doctor.
"Now go. I have a call to take". Lauren said answering her phone. She told Bo to hold on while she watched the man walk out the door.
"Hi Bo". Lauren said softly.
"Hey Dad is grilling some steaks and baked potato's if you want to come and join us". Bo said excitedly. She wanted Lauren to have the last lunch she knew they were going to have with Sam for a long time to come.
"I will be there shortly". Lauren said.
"Great. See you then babe". Bo smiled as she hung up. She looked out at Sam and smiled seeing him in his element. The only thing missing was a hockey game on tv. She smiled thinking if she flipped through the channels that she could find one.
She flopped down on the couch, she could still see Sam through the windows. Realizing she had a few free minutes on her hands, she pulled her school records out. She wanted to fume at what she read. She had passed and those bastards were so evil, they convinced her otherwise.
She was ready to officially graduate after the talk she and Lauren had the previous night. But she was also scared too. What did she want to do? Did she want to go to college or some kind of trade school? Lauren would likely be working a lot of hours, so it wouldn't be like she would be neglecting her, if she did either one of those.
She looked out into nothing and started to think. What did she want to do? She was getting tired of PI work. That had caused problems in her relationship with Lauren before. Some Fae case pulling her away when she should have told Dyson to solve his own cases.
What to do? She thought. She knew she would never be as close to as smart as Lauren is, and making the kind of money she makes, but she wanted to be at least in the neighborhood.
Hearing the patio door open, she put the papers down and went to help Sam finish up.
"So loaded potatoes? Sam smiled.
"That sounds good! Bo said licking her lips. She needed to feed another way, but would wait and do that privately with Lauren.
Bo heard the doorbell and ran to answer it. "Lauren! She blushed with glee to see the Doctor standing before her.
"Sorry I took longer than expected, but I stopped and picked up a few cakes for dessert". Lauren smiled holding two boxes in her hands, respectively.
"You're just in time sweetie, were just garnishing our potatoes". Bo smiled taking one of the boxes from Lauren and closed the door behind her.
"Hi Sam". Lauren smiled.
"Hi Lauren". Sam bowed.
The trio set the table and sat down to eat.
"So what did you two do today? Lauren asked as she cut into her steak.
"Played pool and talked mostly. I promised him that we would come and visit him someday". Bo answered as she passed some steak sauce to Sam.
"We will". Lauren nodded and smiled.
"We also talked a little bit about my powers. He said he was sore from yesterday, so I popped his back and pulsed him". Bo explained.
"Are you sure you're ok now? Lauren asked looking at Sam.
"Good as new. Thank you for asking Dr. Lewis". Sam winked from across the table.
"Such a gentleman and you're welcome". Lauren laughed.
The group laughed and talked. After the dishes had been done, they walked out and built a fire out on the patio. It was getting later and later but Sam didn't care. He wanted as much time with Bo as he could get. Lauren was a treat to talk to too.
"Well ladies. I should get going. It's starting to get dark out and I have to find a rental truck to take my motorcycle and clothes and other junk back home". Sam said as he slowly stood up.
Lauren briefly looked at Bo and stood up herself. The sight of the Succubus broke her heart.
"Sam I have a surprise for you. I took the liberty and rented a truck for you, for a few days. It's big enough to load your suitcases, other belongings and your motorcycle. It's parked right out front". Lauren said.
Bo gasped, and looked. Lauren was right. She had rented a big U-Haul.
"Dad are you sure you are going to be ok back home? If you need a few bucks to stay in a motel until you find a place...". Bo started.
"Bo I have a few bucks myself and I have a few buddies that will allow me to shack up with them until I find a place. Don't worry sweetie". Sam smiled walking back inside and to the guest bedroom.
The group loaded up the truck, and Lauren had offered to take the last of his bags to the truck so he could say goodbye to Bo.
"I'm going to miss you". Bo said as tears fell down her face.
"I will miss you too sweetheart and you will be fine. Dr. Lewis seems like she will keep you on your toes so much, that you won't miss as much as you think you will". Sam smiled taking Bo into his arms
The two stood there and held each other for the longest time. Lauren stood watching them. Bo was facing her and she could see tears fall like rain down the Succubus face.
Sam squeezed Bo once more before pulling away. "Dr. Lewis, it was so nice meeting you. You my dear, are a wonderful woman. Like I told Bo, you will keep her on her toes, and I trust you to do that". He smiled.
Lauren smiled as she walked over and hugged the man. "It was nice meeting you too. You raised a beautiful woman and soul in Bo". She said softly.
"Don't I know it". Sam laughed as he let go of Lauren.
"Bye Dad". Bo sobbed and turned to leave the room.
"She does that when she's been really hurt. She runs away. Don't let her do that to you". Sam said softly.
"I know she does". Lauren whispered. She had been on the receiving end of those times with Bo plenty of times.
"She will be ok". Sam said as he squeezed Lauren's hand.
"Yes she will. I will walk you out". Lauren smiled softly as they both turned and walked out to the truck.
"Well this is goodbye and I will see you guys when we plan it". Sam said.
"Here". Lauren said handing Sam two sets of keys.
"What are these? Sam asked.
"One is a spare set of keys to my house. You will spend the night there tonight and I will stay here with Bo. My butler, Oscar will help you with whatever you need, or want". Lauren said setting the GPS coordinates so he could find the place.
"I don't understand". Sam said looking confused.
"Bo's graduation has been scheduled for tomorrow afternoon. It would be a shame if you weren't there. My house is fully stocked with food, towels, whatever you will need for the night. I have left notice with Oscar that you will be coming. Everything can or will be delivered at your command. Please do this for Bo. I know she loves you". Lauren said gently as she climbed down out of the truck holding a garment and duffel bag.
"You really are good for her". Sam smiled tearfully. He never much cried in public, but he didn't mind someone like Lauren seeing him.
"Good night Mr. Dennis". Lauren smiled as she shook his hand.
"Please call me Sam". Sam smiled back.
"Good night Sam". Lauren nodded.
"Good night Lauren. See you tomorrow". Sam smiled climbing into the truck.
"I will call you in the morning to let you know when we are ready to leave for the ceremony, and where it will be. My neighborhood is deathly quiet, so you should get plenty of peace and quiet". Lauren said standing beside the truck. They would see him again. He would be there when their son is born. Something only Lauren knew.
Sam nodded and peeled out of Bo's driveway. Lauren watched him until the red lights disappeared. She rushed back into the house to look for Bo. She could be in any of the rooms, but the Doctor suspected where she was, and went there.
Bo was curled up in her bed, and crying like a small child. Lauren walked over and sat on the end of the bed. She gently reached out and took Bo's foot into her hand. Unlacing the first boot, she reached for the second. Gently, she unzipped and pulled Bo's pants off. Leaving the lower half of her body with nothing but her panties on. Gently again, she pulled Bo up and pulled her shirt and tank top off. Immediately, she shed her own clothes. Standing Bo up long enough, Lauren pulled the sheets and covers back so they could climb in under them.
"I don't want to do anything. Can you just hold me tonight Lauren? Bo sobbed.
"I will hold you forever Bo. But as far as tonight and as your Dr., I have one condition". Lauren said gently.
"What's that? Bo asked as she wiped tears away.
"You need to feed, and then you can rest". Lauren said.
Bo stiffened as she realized Lauren was right. She rolled over on her back, and waited for Lauren to kiss her. She moaned when the Doctor's tongue entered her mouth. She gripped Lauren's hair in her hands and pulled back to feed.
"Thank you". Bo whispered once she was good and fed.
"You're welcome. Now good night Bo". Lauren said rolling Bo back over and pulled her into her arms.
"Good night Lauren". Bo whispered as she closed her eyes.
Lou Ann, Aife and Mason.
The trio had arrived and paid the owner off and had gone shopping for some basic furniture. Aife never paid for a single piece. She still thought Lou Ann was crazy for wanting to pay for the house when she didn't need to. But since she would always be in debt to her because of Bo, she let it go.
They walked out on to one of Lou Ann's many balconies and took in the sight. Mason should have been back at the Dal hours ago, but they had called in a couple of bartenders to cover his shift and Lou Ann's. Perks of being close to the boss.
Mason growled and it made the women jump.
"Mason what is it? Aife asked.
"Kenzi. I smell Kenzi". Mason said as he jumped over the railing.
Aife and Lou Ann raced downstairs and out to the back porch after Mason called to them.
"This girl is getting on my last nerve". Aife said angrily.
"What do you want to do with her? Mason asked.
"Well she ain't going home with me, and she ain't sleeping here. Take her to a stank motel, and pay for one night. Then head back to the Dal". Aife said.
"Yes ma'am". Mason bowed as he picked a mumbling Kenzi up.
"You can take me back to the Dal". Aife said.
"Lets go". Lou Ann said.
TBC