Dark Fae compound.
After sitting with her knees to her chin, Bo was up, and pacing back and forth in her cell. She had been doing that for most of the night and got little to no sleep. It was her only failsafe as long as Lauren was sedated. It had to be true because Hale wouldn't lie to them about something as important as someone's health. Not the same Doctor that helped him after he'd been attacked before.
She probably needed to feed too, but that could wait. Besides none of these assholes deserved to have their lips on hers. She was selective in her feeds. She was selective in her relationships. Which she was currently hoping she was still in one. Shaking her head, she paced faster. She had no sense of time because there was no windows for her to look out of. But it did seem like it had been the twelve hours Hale had said Lauren would sleep for. She growled wanting to get out of there. But Evony is a sneaky bitch. One wrong move, and she would likely have Lauren's throat slit.
She thought about her talk with Lauren. Or the fight she had with Lauren. Tamsin had obviously gotten to her and there was a hurt that Bo had never seen in Lauren's eyes before. Not even when she first met her, and they slept together. She mentally kicked herself thinking of how horrible she treated her back then.
She shook her head wondering if Lauren ever trusted her beyond that point. That Bo was as committed to her as she was to Bo. She gritted her teeth thinking of that damn kiss that meant nothing. Tamsin means nothing. Bo didn't even like the woman much. But it had happened and she never told the one person she should have. She barely knew Tamsin, so why did she think that she wouldn't tell Lauren about it?
Dumbass, she mumbled to herself.
"Good morning my pretty. Did you sleep well? Evony laughed from the door.
"Who the fuck could sleep down here, and more importantly, how's Lauren?! Bo snapped.
"Your mother could, and I am waiting to hear about your precious doctor". Evony said rolling her eyes.
"Mom? This is mom's cell? What the fuck are you talking about? Bo snapped.
"Ask the Blood King". Evony winked.
"Can I at least call to see how Lauren is? Bo nearly begged.
"No. This is not the police station. You don't a phone call". Evony said turning serious.
"Then what do you want with me? Or with Lauren since you said you could use her with the Dark Fae? Bo asked.
"What do you want with her? She's just a human. A human that saved your other lovers, and yet you betrayed her. Even to me, that's cold". Evony smiled as she tapped the door window.
"That's just a misunderstanding". Bo sighed.
"Mmhmm. You're talking to me. I know shit when I see it. You're in the dog house with the Doctor and your favorite dog is warming up his just waiting for you to climb in or on". Evony winked.
"Let me out of here Evony". Bo said seriously.
"Your freedom is dependent upon another. This was all decided late last night". Evony said popping her lips.
"What? Who? Bo asked.
"Lauren. The Ash and I have decided, that since she's your girlfriend and controls the Succubus inside of you, she will decide your fate. Personally I hope it's death". Evony said walking off.
"Wait! Bo screamed. But it was of no use. The Morrigan was gone.
Bo wanted to sink to the floor. If it was up to Lauren, she was going to be there a lot longer than she anticipated.
The Dal.
Dyson, Trick and Kenzi were huddled up at the bar.
"Trick there has to be something that you can do. She's your granddaughter, that's been exposed in the Fae eyes. Something you can offer up or someone". Dyson growled.
"My granddaughter is also unaligned. No Light Fae Elder will want to waste any of their favors or contacts trying to get her released". Trick sighed rubbing his chin.
"Bo is not in her right mind. She just left with Evony like it was nothing. No fight. No chi sucking. Nothing". Kenzi said.
"And you said Evony wanted Lauren instead? Trick asked.
"Yes that's right". Kenzi said sipping on a beer. She had tied one on last night alone at the clubhouse, but not bad enough to be hung over this early in the morning.
"Then Bo must know what she is doing. If I try and interfere, the Morrigan has the right to request a trade. She could effectively swap Bo for Lauren. She has that much pull with the Elders". Trick said.
"Vex. Vex is Dark Fae. He said he's highly favored with the Elders. He can get Bo out of there". Kenzi said excitedly.
"He won't do that. The Dark Elders don't care much for Bo. It's like Hale said. All of this is dependent on Lauren". Dyson growled in anger. Stupid human was always causing problems for Bo. Yet she was her current choice. She should have picked Dyson. He already mated with her.
"Then we're screwed". Kenzi said rolling her eyes.
"We just have to wait it out.
"I'm sorry. I bargained with the Dark Fae before and paid a heavy price. I cannot risk bargaining with them and potentially lose Bo too". Trick sighed as he turned around.
Kenzi and Dyson shook their heads at each other. Trick is the Blood King. If he didn't have an answer then who would? Evony is almost as evil as Aife. Unstable and totally unpredictable.
"Lets go to Lauren's. Maybe we can see her now". Kenzi suggested and Dyson nodded.
Lauren's
"How is she? Hale asked as he nodded towards Lauren's bedroom door.
"She's awake but sir, she's had a setback". Dr. Kennedy answered.
"She's not dying is she? Hale asked with his eyes widening.
"No nothing like that. After examining her, we've determined that she's...". Dr. Kennedy stalled.
"Spill it Kennedy! Hale snapped.
"She's paralyzed from the waist down". Dr. Kennedy replied.
"Shit". Hale whispered as he fell on the couch.
"I'm sorry sir. This wasn't expected". Dr. Kennedy said.
"Does she know? Hale whispered again.
"She does. I have talked it over with her. She's still awake if you want to see her". Dr. Kennedy said softly.
"I do, and I will. Just give me a minute". Hale said burying his head in his hands.
Dr. Kennedy took a seat at Lauren's desk and read over her chart again.
"I'm going to go and talk to her. Don't let anyone in here, and I mean anyone. Get some Light Fae nurses here to help Dr. Lewis with her personal needs". Hale said standing up.
"Yes sir". Dr. Kennedy nodded.
Hale took every step slowly. Lauren had to be crushed, and he was crushed for her. Licking his lips, he took some deep breaths and knocked on her door.
"Come in". Lauren said quietly.
"Good morning Lauren. I'm sorry bad thing to say. Hello Lauren". Hale cringed as he slowly walked into the room.
"Good morning Ash". Lauren said bowing her head.
"Come on girl. You can call me Hale". Hale smiled as he took a seat next to the bed.
"Given the circumstances, I wasn't sure what to to call you". Lauren said.
Hale looked her over, and frankly she looked like shit. Her head was wrapped in a bandage, but the rest of her, he couldn't look without turning his head away from her.
"Dr. Kennedy told me what is going on with you. I'm so sorry Lauren". Hale said gently tapping her hand.
Lauren nodded but didn't say anything.
"We are going to get your through this Lauren. I am going to be there for you every step of the way. So that I can plan the best care for you, can you tell me how you think this happened? Hale asked quietly pointing to Lauren's Legs.
"He kicked me around, threw me against the wall, and slammed me into the ground a few times. I didn't think my legs were that bad. So I'm assuming it happened when I fell off of the ten foot ladder trying to remove those things". Lauren replied sadly.
"I'm sorry Nelson even got in here. I have more than upped the security around here. You will be fine Lauren, I promise. Remember my reach is beyond human medicine". Hale said softly.
"Thank you". Lauren nodded her head again.
"Look I know the Fae hasn't always been good to you, but you've always been good to me. That's why I'm going to do everything with my Ash power and contacts to get you the best care out there. I haven't forgotten you coming to treat me after Nadia died. You did that in your own grief. I didn't say thank you then, but I'm saying thank you now". Hale said.
"Where's...". Lauren started and stopped.
"She's at the Dark Fae compound. Her Succubus beat the hell out of Tamsin, so Evony came for her late last night". Hale answered knowing who Lauren was asking about.
"Tamsin's not here too is she? Lauren asked.
"No Dyson and I found her at the precinct. I have no idea where she is and frankly I don't care. You are my concern. She is Evony's". Hale replied.
"So what's the condition of Bo's imprisonment? I'm sure Evony has her locked up somewhere". Lauren said finally lifting her head again.
"She is currently in a dungeon. She has been there all night. Now the conditions of her imprisonment rely on you". Hale answered.
"Me? Lauren asked in confusion.
"You're her gf Lauren or you were. Look whatever the status of your relationship with Bo is, you are the one that decides what we do with her. Since she's unaligned Evony can old her as long as she wants for attacking a Dark Fae". Hale explained.
"I didn't think Evony cared for Tamsin that much". Lauren half laughed through the pain in her ribs.
"She doesn't care. She told us we could keep her. But that's none of my concern. How do you want to proceed? Hale asked.
"I don't know Hale. Bo and I have such a big problem". Lauren sighed.
"I'm not worried about Bo. I'm worried about you". Hale said.
"Ohh. Well I would like to try and bathe. I am sure I can use my upper body strength to get out of bed and crawl to the bathroom". Lauren responded.
"Ok. I have some nurses on the way. They can help you bathe. Once you've done that. We can talk about Bo. Because I really don't need the Morrigan on my ass about it". Hale said.
"Ok. Once I am in the tub, I will think it over". Lauren said.
Hale nodded and smiled when there was a knock at the door.
"Ladies. Please come in". Hale smiled at the nurses.
"Dr. Lewis are you ok? We are so sorry to see you like this". Megan said quietly.
"Thanks Megan. Now how about getting me into the bathtub? Lauren said raising her arms up.
"Yes ma'am". Megan and Vivian said in unison.
"I'll be downstairs Dr. Lewis". Hale nodded on his way out.
Two hours had passed before one of the nurses had requested a man's assistance.
"I got her". Dr. Kennedy said as he ran up the stairs to carry a freshly bathed and dressed Lauren down to Hale.
"Lauren we have brunch ready for you". Hale said pointing to the dining room table.
"I would like to eat". Lauren said.
"Vivian". Hale nodded towards the table.
"Sit her on the couch". Vivian said as she walked over and brought some food back for Lauren to eat.
The group all ate together. Dr. Kennedy told Lauren what he had done for her through the night. She had been screaming in her sleep. It woke him out of his slumber and he ran to her. When he saw that Lauren was trying to get out of bed and couldn't, he ran his tests later that morning after she had woken up again.
Once Lauren had finished eating and had freshened up, she was placed into a brand new motorized scooter. So she could get used to it. Hale requested the best and received the best.
"It's only temporary Doc". Hale said softly.
"I know". Lauren nodded.
"Not trying to be bossy or upset you, but have you made a decision about Bo? Hale asked.
"I want her released. I know what it's like to be caged". Lauren said looking up at the siren.
"Very well. I will call and tell Evony". Hale said pulling out his phone.
"No. I want to tell them in person". Lauren said.
"Ok". Hale nodded hanging up his phone before he had finished dialing.
"When can we go? Lauren asked.
"Now if you're ready? I still need to call the Morrigan and let her know that we are coming". Hale said.
"Now's fine and can you get me a regular wheelchair? I don't want..". Lauren started.
"I understand and we have one". Hale nodded as Megan rolled it over.
"Kennedy". Hale nodded for Dr. Kennedy to put Lauren in the wheelchair.
"No. No blanket". Lauren said waving off Vivian from draping it over her legs.
"Dr. Kennedy I assume you will be traveling with us? Hale asked.
"Yes sir". Dr. Kennedy bowed.
"Very well. Lets go". Hale gestured for Lauren to be carried out until they reached the Hummer waiting for them outside.
"Get the fuck out of here! Hale snapped seeing Kenzi and Dyson walking up to the building.
"Hale! She's awake? We need to talk to her! Kenzi said excitedly.
"You will not get near Lauren, and she's already aware of the news". Hale said as he urged Dr. Kennedy to put Lauren into the vehicle.
"But Hale... we can ride too. We're Light Fae! Dyson snapped.
"You can drive Kenzi wherever you wish, but stay out of this Dyson. This will be your last warning". Hale snapped.
"But Hale...". Dyson started.
"When Nadia died, nobody gave a damn about Lauren. When we swapped bodies nobody gave a damn about her then either. Well she gave a damn about me when I was attacked and she was grieving over her girlfriend. Lauren is my responsibility and I will be taking care of her. Once Bo has been released, all of you can get off of my nuts". Hale snapped.
"But Hale...". Kenzi gasped.
Hale shook his head and held out a small gadget. The duo looked as the building had lit up and the light faded.
"It's been warded from intrusion". Hale said as his Hummer pulled off.
"Get in Kenz hurry! Dyson said as he slid across the hood of his car and turned on the sirens to race to the Dark Fae compound behind Hale's motorcade.
Dark Fae compound.
"Bring that bitch up here! Evony screamed into the phone.
The Morrigan tapped her finger on her desk. This was going to be delicious. She applied more lipstick to her lips and popped them in her compact mirror.
After a few minutes Bo was dragged into Evony's office and thrown to the ground in chains.
"What the hell is this about? Bo groaned.
"You wanted to know how Lauren is. Well she's on her way". Evony winked.
"Lauren..Lauren's awake and coming here? Bo choked out.
"Speeding here from what I hear". Evony laughed noticing sirens blaring.
Bo looked around. She could hear it too. Her heart started racing at the thought of seeing Lauren soon.
"Ma'am they are here". A man said into the speaker phone.
"Then bring them in! Evony said as she rounded the desk.
"Morrigan. Bo". Hale nodded as he walked in.
"You said Lauren was on her way! Bo snapped.
"Watch your tone Bo". Hale warned.
Bo groaned and sat up when she heard a noise.
"Morrigan. Bo". Lauren said as she rounded the corner and was pushed into the room.
"Lauren! Bo screamed as she tried to break free of her restraints.
"Cut the shit. I understand you've made a decision Dr. Lewis. Do tell because inquiring minds want to know". Evony laughed.
"Release her". Lauren said softly.
"Now Doctor are you sure about this? Evony asked.
"Yes I'm sure. I won't be the reason someone's caged. I know what it's like for someone to want to keep you in a box. Helpless". Lauren said glancing at Bo and then away.
"Someone? Is that all I am now? Bo asked softly.
"Hale". Lauren said.
"Take her out of here". Hale nodded to Vivian.
"Lauren! Lauren wait. We need to talk! Bo screamed as she stood.
"No we don't. Besides your boyfriend and girlfriend do all of your talking and planning for you". Lauren snapped over her shoulder.
"What the hell does that mean? Bo snapped.
"Dyson calls about a case. You couldn't pack your bags fast enough to run to help him. I told you we needed to talk then, but I wasn't important enough. We weren't important enough. But your kiss with Tamsin was important enough for you to tell Kenzi, and for Tamsin to tell me". Lauren snapped and waved for Vivian to wheel her out.
"Tamsin is not important to me Lauren! That kiss wasn't important to me! Bo screamed.
"Hmm nothing about Dyson. Interesting". Lauren laughed shaking her head.
"Lauren! Bo screamed.
"All of it was important to you Bo. That kiss was important to you because you knew if I found out about it, that I would break up with you. Like I should have when you slept with Dyson to heal. As your Doctor, and seeing your Succubus more than anyone, I now know that was a bullshit excuse for you to sleep with him, and he was never going to tell you no. Or you were never going to tell him no? I get confused on the back and forth. Well you are about to get your wish. Enjoy the both of them". Lauren said angrily as Hale pushed her out because Vivian wasn't moving fast enough.
"Lauren! No! Don't do this! Bo screamed but was held back by Evony's strongest guards.
"Annnnnnnnnnd cut! Evony laughed.
"What? Bo seethed.
"Oh honey I'm glad I decided to tape that. That's must see tv! I mean it really is! That human schooled your ass! Evony laughed.
Bo groaned, and Evony smiled as she watched the monitors. The gang had already climbed into the Hummer and were driving off.
"Drop her". Evony laughed.
"You bitch. This is your fault. You sent that stupid bitch after me. She's Dark Fae. She's your responsibility". Bo seethed.
"And you are unaligned. Yet you hang out with and work for the Light Fae. So who's putting on airs here? Evony laughed.
Bo tried to break free of her chains again, and couldn't. "Why...why is she in a wheelchair?
"I'm not one for kicking a bitch when she's down, but you're as down as you could ever be. Oh hell who I am kidding? Yes I am! Lauren is paralyzed from the waist down". Evony said quietly.
She watched the Succubus drop her head and growl. She slammed her chains into the ground in anger as she screamed. The sound shook the building.
"Remove her chains. Her prison is internal now. Good luck living with your Succubus. After seeing what she did to Tamsin, you might be the first Fae ever to kick your own ass". Evony laughed.
Bo stood up and her eyes flashed blue. She stormed out of the building. She walked past Kenzi, and the young woman jumped at the sight.
"Bo! Bo you need to feed, let me help you! Dyson said already peeling off his shirt.
"I will kill you if you ever speak my name, or touch me again". Bo said angrily.
"Bo! Kenzi screamed.
"Don't Kenz. That's not our Bo. C'mon we need to get to Trick! Dyson screamed pulling Kenzi to his car.
Bo climbed into a car, pulsed the ignition until it started, and sped away. A few minutes later, she parked.
She ran into the building bypassing all officers and protocols.
"Wake the fuck up". The Succubus said holding the boy in the air.
"I..I didn't kill her! Nelson screamed.
"Who sent you for Lauren? I know it wasn't your bitch ass girlfriend's death that did it". Bo snapped.
"I..I can't tell you. He'd kill me". Nelson squirmed in her grip.
"You're dead anyway. So tell me". Bo said sending a pulse into his neck.
"His name is Taft...Isaac Taft". Nelson choked out.
"Where can I find him? Bo asked.
Once Nelson rambled off the address, Bo drained him in his cell and threw his dead body against the wall.
TBC