Chapter 10

Dean woke up with the worst hangover, his mouth was dry and his eyes took a while to focus with the sun seeping through the curtains. He sat up and moaned as his brained ached from the movement. He blinked and focused on a grinning Sam who was sitting on the edge of his own cot.

What's got you all cheery? He asked his voice weak.

Rachel kissed you. He said enjoying the surprise face Dean was giving him.

She told you? He asked too loud and winced.

Yeah, well Jody started interrogating why you were passed out upstairs and Rachel cracked... She hasn't come out of room since.

Dammit. Swore Dean swinging his legs out of bed sitting on the edge.

It's not what you think... She fell asleep while we were watching a movie downstairs. She started... dreaming and when I woke her up, she thought she was still dreaming and she... kissed me.

Oh... Said Sam a little disappointed.

Don't you think you both are blowing this a little out of proportion? Yeah ok she kissed you while she was sleeping, maybe she was dreaming of Lucas—

She was clearly not dreaming about Lucas. Dean said. Sam looked confused then his eyes widen

Oh! You mean, she was dreaming of... you? Asked Sam and Dean nodded but put a hand on his head wincing again.

How can you be sure?

She was moaning my damn name Sam. Dean answered wanting this conversation to end.

Sam mouth opened and started getting the awkwardness they were having that night.

It gets worst. Dean thought if he were to embarrass her, he mind as well throw himself under the bus as well.

How? Sam asked not sure he wanted to know any more.

I got... caught in the moment and started kissing her back. She came to, when I came to my senses and pulled away.

Sam stayed quiet but Dean knew his brother wasn't exactly proud of him at the moment.

I know! I'm... disgusting. I took advantage of the situation. I swear I tried to wake her up but once she was... I lost it. I gave into it. I was wrong and I hate myself for it. Dean said with a disgusted face.

Sam sat nodding to his brother. He didn't know what to say to him. He knew Dean never took advantage of any woman, sure he never called them back but they were all consented. He actually felt bad for his brother.

What are you going to do?

I'm going to take lots of pain killers and some coffee, get this mother of a hangover under control and go talk to her. He said getting up from the cot.

Each step Dean descended felt like his brain was smashing itself in the back of his skull. He made his way to the curtains in the kitchen and shut them tightly. He poured his coffee and got the pills out from the top cabinet, he shook five out and chaste it with his coffee emptying his cup. He filled himself a second cup when he heard someone come in. He turned to see Rachel who was looking at her feet while she made her way next to him and poured herself a cup. He was almost relieved she didn't seem ready to talk to him, avoiding eye contact. She opened the fridge and poured cream into her cup and walked off into the living room, passing Bobby but never looking up.

Morning sunshine! He greeted Dean loudly. Dean returned him a pleading look to which Bobby chuckled.

What was your poison last night?

Mostly Whiskey and something called purple nerples I think.

Bobby took the whiskey bottle from the counter and and poured some into a shot glass. He handed it to Dean but the later just looked at it making a face.

Drink it, you'll thank me soon enough. He said and Dean chugged it down his whole body shivering.

That a boy. He said mockingly to Dean.

Once you feel half alive, hit the books we still have a lot to look up before we stop the apocalypse... again. Bobby took the coffee pot and realised it was empty and threw it back in the coffee machine.

And make some more damn coffee while you're at it. He barked leaving the kitchen.

An hour later, Dean walked into the living room and picked up a book about demon traps and sat down at the couch. Hours passed and Rachel, who was sitting at bobby's desk, was nodding off holding her head up with the palm of her hand. As she drifted to sleep her hand got weak and her head fell onto the desk in a big boom.

I'm up! She yelled sitting straight.

Are you okay? Asked Dean from the couch, worried.

Yeah, I... just need some fresh air. She answered rubbing her temple.

She got up and pulled on her jacket, before heading out the door. Dean went back to his book when Sam, who was sitting in the arm chair, cleared his throat. Dean turned to his brother and Sam nodded towards the door. Dean rolled his eyes and turned back looking at his book. He let out a sigh and slammed his book shut, grabbed his own coat and made his way out.

What are we now? Dawson's creek? Asked Bobby shaking his head.

Once outside Dean put his coat on and scanned the yard looking for Rachel, he found her walking into the barn, hugging herself. Dean zipped his jacket and pulled on his collar to cut out the cold wind and walked to the barn. Once there Rachel looked up to him.

Guess you're here to talk? She asked and Dean nodded at her.

Dean, I get I made a huge fool out of myself the other night—

You and me both. He cut her off

What? No! You, you were just trying to wake me up, I'm the one who threw myself at you. Ever since I got here I've been having vivid nightmares about Lucas, but somehow those stopped but my dreams are as vivid as ever... And it got me confused for second... This is all on me, not you. There was no reason for you to go on a drinking spree. She explained still having trouble looking up at Dean.

I didn't drink because you kissed me Rachel. Dean said looking at his feet.

Oh. Rachel said feeling stupid that she actually thought she was the reason.

It's because I kissed you back.

Rachel lifted her head and looked up at Dean for the first time today. He looked ashamed and uncomfortable. Their eyes met and Dean was silently begging her to say something, anything. When she didn't he decided to break the heavy silence.

I know it was wrong. I'm not even sure why I did it. You were just... I just... couldn't resist. He tried explaining.

To his surprise a small smile grew on her lips. It kept growing till she let out a light laugh. He cocked his head to the side, not understanding her reaction.

What? He asked.

A girl throws herself on you and you are guilt ridden for... responding? If I remember correctly you pulled away. I didn't wake up with you groping me either. Don't worry about it, I actually think my version was worst, I thought you were appalled by it.

It was Dean's turn to laugh.

Sweetheart, it takes way more than a kiss from a pretty girl to get me appalled.

I think you mean you to say, breath- takingly stunning. She giggled as she recalled his drunken stupor.

Oh now you're just playing dirty, you can't take something a drunk says and put it in his face the next day. Rachel smiled enjoying the easiness of their teasing, just like nothing happened.

So... we good? She asked.

Yeah... Wanna kiss on it? He teased and she punched his arm in the arm playfully.

Ass... She called from behind her as she walked back to Bobby's followed by Dean.

When they entered the house Castiel was there pacing in the living room. His head shot up when he noticed them come in.

Rachel, we need to talk. He said gravely.

Shoot. She said.

Uhm... We should go up to your room and talk in private. He then vanished.

Alright. She said and shared a worried look with Dean before she went upstairs.

What's that about? Asked Dean to bobby and Sam.

We don't know he just appeared and said he needed to talk to Rachel. Said Sam

How did it go? Sam asked.

Good, actually. We're good.

Great, now can we get back to work? Asked Bobby without any patience.

They all continued learning how to make traps and Sam finally found a big abandoned Barn across town at the far end of fields. Since Castiel was back, Sam and Dean decided that they should mark the traps on the barn tomorrow morning and load up on salt and holy water. After an hour of planning their game plan, Rachel and Castiel came down.

Everything alright? Dean asked Rachel.

Yeah, everything fine... Castiel just wanted to make sure I understood what I have to do. Don't worry about it. She smiled but it didn't reach her eyes.

Dean had a feeling she wasn't telling the truth but trusted if he needed to know anything she would inform him.

Cas, you found everything we need for the summoning spell? Asked Sam.

Yes.

Great, we found a place where we can summon Legion across town. Dean and I will go there tomorrow and paint as many symbols and traps we can, then, we should be good to go I guess.

You feel ready for this? Dean asked Rachel.

Yeah, I am. She answered without any show of emotion.

We got your back. Reassured Dean to which Rachel gave him a loving look.

I know.

They all recapped together what their plan was. Going over details and what ifs but Rachel stared out of the window barely listening to them.

Well I guess that's it. Announced Bobby.

We should get some shut eye to be as sharp as possible tomorrow. He continued and they all nodded. Castiel disappeared, Bobby went into his room and the brother made their way upstairs. Rachel went into the kitchen and pulled out a beer from the fridge. She sat at the table her mind lost in thought. Sam came in and looked surprised to see her.

Hey, aren't you going to bed? You need more sleep than all of us if you want to be strong enough to face Legion.

Yeah, I'll be right up.

Sam poured himself a glass of water and sat in front of her at the table.

Cold feet? He asked

Something like, that...

Want to talk about it?

Not really, but can I ask you to do something for me?

Sure, anything.

Once this is all over with, if I don't make it...

Rachel you can't think like that—

Sam. Please. Just promise me to look after your brother and tell him I did the right thing.

What are you talking about? Does this have anything to do with what Cas told you upstairs?

Just promise me Sam. Rachel begged

Alright, but we are all getting out of this Rachel.

I know. She smiled and got up

You guys have been... A family to me. I never had that before. It means the world to me. I guess what I'm trying to say is thanks. Goodnight Sammy.

Goodnight. Sam said. Something was definitely off.

Morning came and the brothers went straight to the barn to paint the demon traps and symbols to help contain Legion once they would summon him. Bobby was making a makeshift altar to do his ritual. Rachel and Jody stayed home and were loading arms and ammo into Bobby's pick up. Jody noticed Rachel was extremely quiet but who wouldn't be? So she put it on stress and focused at what they had to do. Once the impala pulled in, the women joined the men inside the house.

So I guess this is it. Everything's set up. Said bobby.

Ready? Asked Bobby to Rachel.

She nodded and they all went back out to the impala. Jody hugged them all goodbye, she wasn't big on going on hunts with them but loved to help out on other things.

You guys stay safe! I'll keep the beer cold for when you guys come back and we'll celebrate.

Bobby nodded at Jody and jumped into his pick-up. Sam and Dean walked over to baby while Rachel made her way to Bobby's pick-up. She looked over at the brothers and stopped herself from opening the door.

Dean! She called and sprinted to the impala.

Yeah? He asked

Got a minute? She asked nervously.

Dean looked over at Sam and Bobby and nodded once, closing his door.

Sure. What's up? Dean asked.

Dean was caught off guard when she cupped the side of his face with one hand. His eyes questioned her watery ones. A ghost of a smile appeared on her face and she pulled him down and softly pressed her lips against his. Dean was stunned for a second but he quickly recovered, deepening the kiss a little. She wrapped her arms around his neck and Dean wrapped his around her waist in respond pulling her closer to him. His whole body felt like it was on fire. She opened her mouth letting him taste her and they both gave into the sensation, desperately kissing each other. Unfortunately breathing became an issue and they pulled away, Dean leaned his forehead onto hers keeping his eyes closed enjoying the feeling of having her in his arms. When he opened his eyes he met grey one staring back at him.

I felt it too. She whispered and lightly kissed his lips again before letting go and walking to the pick-up.

Dean felt cold as soon as she pulled away. He never took his eyes off her while she climbed into the pick-up. He snapped out of it once Bobby started the engine. He climbed into the impala and looked over to Sam. He gave his brother a weak smile. Something was definitely wrong, but Sam didn't have the heart to talk about it.

Alright, let's kill this son of bitch. Said Dean and started his engine.

They arrived at the barn. Rachel felt knots in her stomach. This would've been a good moment to finally wake up from her dream but as she saw the graphitized traps and symbols painted on the barn come into view, she took a shaky breath.

Show time. Said sadly Bobby to her.

Yeah. She smiled reassuringly back to him.

Castiel was waiting for them inside with the bag of ingredients in his hand. They all walked in and Castiel handed the bag to Bobby and walked to the standing between the brothers. Bobby made his way to the altar and emptied the bag onto it. He organised the items while Rachel walked over to help him. Bobby took a moment and looked at each and everyone in the room and blew a breath before he began reciting the summoning spell in Latin. With the help of Rachel after every sentence he would add to the bowl an ingredient. As he said his last sentence, he raised his voice and dropped the final ingredient. Sam and Dean charged their weapons and went on combat mode scanning the room to spot the demon. After an excruciating minute, Castiel and Rachel shared a look.

Nothing's going to happen. Rachel said her head low, but no one reacted to her.

There's missing a step. Rachel tried again and all eyes were on her.

What the hell are you talking about? Asked Bobby, he researched the spell himself, he had done everything right.

That part of the spell works if Legion has a vessel, which Cas found out, yesterday, he didn't. Rachel explained.

Then what the hell are we doing here? Asked Dean having a bad feeling about it.

If I drink the summoning potion, Legion will be force to enter my body.

You mean he'll possess you! Barked Dean.

Rachel will be able to fight him from inside. Mentally and physically. She will exorcise him from her and destroy Legion.

Will she survive? Asked a wide eyed Bobby.

Both Rachel and Castiel exchanged looks.

Who knows, right? Rachel answered.

It's suicide Rachel!

It's sacrifice. Dean. She said and Dean took a step towards the altar.

CAS, now! Yelled Rachel and Castiel grabbed both brothers' shoulders and the three of them vanished. Leaving a stunned Bobby.

If they stayed I would've killed them or they would have stopped it. She explained apologetically.

Rachel, Dean's right, its suicide. We'll find another plan. Bobby begged her.

There is none Bobby, and please this is my plan, not Castiel's, please tell them I said that. Castiel was just doing what I told him to do. Bobby I know this will work I can feel it.

Rachel... I... Bobby wanted to say so much but was completely lost for words.

I know. Me too. Smiled Rachel and Castiel came back.

Take care of them, Bobby.

Castiel put a hand on Bobby's shoulders and before vanishing with him he leaned over to his ear.

You have to stall them as much as possible. He whispered to Bobby.

Rachel took a moment to compose and walked up to the bowl, picked it up with both hands and started swallowing it in big gulps. She shivered in disgust and almost gagged out the liquid. The barn started shaking and wind picked up flapping the doors open and close. It got dark outside as big dark clouds rolled overhead. Rachel heard a whistling sound getting louder, she turned to where she thought it was coming from and pitch black smoke entered the barn and twirled around her until the whole inside of the barn turned black. Rachel felt a sharp pain course through her body and opened her mouth to scream but the black smoke entered her mouth burning her as it filled her up. All she could smell and taste was sulfur, she couldn't breathe.

I am here Rachel. You can fight him. She heard Castiel from afar but couldn't see anything.

She felt as she was crushed inside of herself. Knowing Castiel was there with her gave her the courage she needed and she started reciting an exorcism. She started pushing against the presence. Rachel felt pain as her body was thrown against the walls of the barn, as if Legion wanted to leave but the traps seemed to be working. She continued to recite the blessed words and all of sudden she felt her ribs crack one by one.

We are Legion. We shall have you. She heard thousands of voices scream in her head.

Castiel watched helplessly as Rachel was being thrown in every which direction. He winced as she bent in awkward positions till a pop or crack was heard followed by a shrieking, blood curling scream.

Rachel, concentrate! Will it to stop! Will him out of you! Find that heat! He shouted over the blowing wind.

Please god, make it stop. Begged Castiel in a lower voice, as he saw her being thrown like a ragdoll.

Dammit Bobby the keys aren't in the kitchen! Yelled Dean who was destroying Bobby house looking for the keys of Bobby's old towing. Since Jody had gone to pick up more beer and took her car.

Screw it! I'll jump start it! He said as he ran to the run down towing that was in the yard. He had to make it back to Rachel. He was going to pluck every last feather of Castiel's wings for what he did to them, zapping them back to Bobby's. Sam was right next to his brother. Once Dean got the engine running he shoved the stick in drive and slammed the gas with his brother by his side.

Rachel knew two things, one, she was barely conscious, two, she lost control of her body. She could hear Castiel but not make any sense of what he was saying. She was going to lose. She was going to start the apocalypse, people would die. Her friends would die. Dean would die. Dean, she could almost see him, feel his lips against hers. Castiel had told her he was going to take her place and drink the potion but he wasn't strong enough to receive such a host. When she asked why would Dean do such a thing Castiel told her about them being soul mates and how Dean would do anything to keep her safe. Memories of Dean played inside her head as she tried ignoring her pain her whole body was feeling.

Use it. She heard Dean in the wind.

That anger. Use it. Use it to push yourself, use it to focus more clearly. Use it to get back up and fight. And use it ten time fold for the one responsible for ruining your life, for taking Lucas away from you. She remembered Dean's words from Bobby's basement. She was never going to hear his voice again.

A wave of anger pulsed through her. She didn't ask for any of this, now she was a demon's bitch being swung around and broken in pieces. She felt heat rise in her belly. She concentrated on the heat and felt Legion pull and tug her. She felt her body lift off the ground and float, the heat getting bigger and bigger inside of her. She heard the demon voices scream in fear and a smiled spread on her face. Everything came into focus and she saw a terrified Castiel standing not too far from her.

It's okay! I got this... GO! She managed to use her own voice pushing thousands away by doing so.

Castiel looked at her it was visible his heart was shattering. She was covered in blood and the only thing he could recognise from her was her grey eyes staring back at him. They seemed full of love and at peace. He lowered his head and as a bright light started seeping through Rachel, he teleported himself into a safe distance outside of the barn.

Dean arrived at the barn and jumped out of the truck followed by Sam. Both brothers ran to the now flashing barn. Castiel moved in front of the brothers.

GET DOWN! He yelled before he threw himself on the ground. Sam grabbed Dean and managed to tackle him to the grown right before the barn exploded in pieces with a blinding light.

RACHEL! Screamed Dean as he fought Sam off of him.

Dean managed to get away from Sam and ran to the blaze of shattered wood pieces. Sam caught up with his brother and held him back.

Dean! It's over! She's gone! Sam cried to his big brother.

She's gone... He repeated.

Dean's legs went out from under him and dropped to the ground. He watched helplessly as the flames engulfed what was left of the barn and Rachel. Sam kept a hand on his shoulder to comfort his brother and just in case he wanted to run towards the fire again. After a couple of minutes, Sam tapped his brother's shoulder.

Dean, with a blast like that. Somebody must've called the authorities. We should go. Sam hated having to tell Dean to leave but it wasn't better being here while cops and firemen came to the scene.

Dean turned to face his brother, tears running down his face. He got himself up and nodded to his little brother. Sam followed Dean who walked up to the angel who was staring at the flames. He looked up at Dean, a pained, guilty look on his face. Without warning Dean's fist collided with the angel's jaw.

Her death is on your hands. He spit at Castiel before storming to the impala.

Castiel didn't flinched but put his head down in shame. Sam looked sorry for him.

Why don't you bring back Bobby's pick-up to the house, I'll bring back the towing, the keys are inside.

Sam. She saved the world.

I know.

There was no other way possible.

I know. Sam said again and tapped his friends shoulder before passing him and getting into the towing.

The Impala roared into the opposite direction of Bobby's and Castiel followed Sam back to the house.

Rachel woke up on a hard cold surface. She could still feel the heat rise off of her. She opened her eyes and all she could see was white. She seemed to be in a room but couldn't tell the floor apart from the walls, or the ceiling for that matter. She managed to pull herself up from the ground. She inspected her her arms then tapped her hands on her body. She was whole again. She felt herself tear into pieces.

Well I have to say, that was impressive. Said a voice she recognised.

Remph. She breathed scanning the room trying to find her.

She blinked and he was standing in front of her, he was still wearing his creepy smile. She took two steps back in surprised.

You pulverised millions of demons. I don't think any of us imagined just how powerful we made you. He said proudly.

By doing so, you used all that energy and released it back to us, leaving everything back in order on earth as well as in heaven.

Is this heaven? Rachel asked and Remph's smile grew in return.

This is merely the pathway to heaven my child. Some angels strongly believe I should reward you for your sacrifice, by putting you back where you belong. Surprisingly enough, I agree.

Before Rachel could react Remph put two fingers on her forehead and everything went black.

She woke up in bed, sitting straight up. She was in her room. The same room she shared with Lucas. Rachel looked around. Everything was placed exactly like she remembered. The sun even shined exactly the same way through her shades. She heard the door of her room push open and her head snapped in that direction.

Hey, you're up early! Said Lucas casually walking in the room, wearing a towel. He was going to open the closet door when he noticed Rachel's facial expression.

Rachel's heart stopped. Lucas was standing right in front of her, in their room. Rachel couldn't make a sound as he looked at her worried. He walked to her and sat on the edge of the bed. He placed a strand of hair behind her ear and wiped away a tear.

Did you have a bad dream? He asked worried.

Lucas? It's really you? She asked her lips shaking.

Well... yeah? Who else would I be? He laughed.

Rachel threw herself into his arms and held him tightly. He felt and smelled exactly like she remembered.

Rachel, your scaring me what happened? Lucas asked trying to pull her tight grip off of him so he could look at her.

Rachel realised the angels sent her back home, to Lucas. He probably didn't remember anything and let herself be pulled away from him trying to calm herself.

I'm sorry, I just... Had a really bad dream. She lied to reassure him.

Want to talk about it? He asked lovingly.

Rachel couldn't stop smiling and Lucas gave her a questioning look.

No I don't. What's important is that your here.

As if I'd ever leave you. He kissed her lightly and Rachel felt a tug at her heart.

Lucas got up and started getting dressed. Rachel sat on the bed not taking her eyes away from him somehow scared if she'd look away, he would disappear.

Why don't you take a sick day and we do something together? Anything! She asked.

I can't babe, I have to go to work today, you should sleep more you work till five in the a.m. on Fridays, remember? He said tying his tie.

We're Friday?

Yeah.

Did... did someone weird walked me home last night?

Well, I walked you home last night... So yeah. He laughed.

Good- I mean, right. Sorry I'm still sleepy. She faked a yawn for effect.

He kissed the top of her head and told her he was to see her tomorrow morning after her shift. She nodded and smiled sweetly at him. Once she heard the door closed she scrambled to her feet.

Cas? Castiel? It's me... Cas! She called the angel scanning her room hoping he'd show. She heard a flutter of wings and turned towards the sound. But it wasn't Castiel. It was Remph.

Of course there is a catch to all of this. He said waving his hands around him.

Of course. She said rolling her eyes.

They must keep thinking you are dead, Rachel. I couldn't change too much the reality. Castiel can't hear you, I've block him. Now you are free to live your life as well as they are to do same.

But, what about Dean, Sam and everyone else? what happens to them? She knew Dean was probably blaming himself for her death.

You are not his first loss Rachel, he will be even more efficient now, he uses his pain and anger to fight and he just filled up that tank up, with you being dead and all.

You're a heartless assho—

Rachel didn't have time to finish her sentence, she was pinned against the wall of her room, she couldn't move. She tried pushing the hold away from her.

Now, now. Remember, you are only human now. I would show a little more respect if I were you. He let her drop onto the floor.

We live in the same town, don't you think we might just bump into each other? She asked not bothering to get up.

Lucas will call you with great news, see he is needed in New-York, a very generous contract. You will live your life there and move on from what you never asked for to begin with.

If I don't? She asked

Trust me, I can easily put Lucas back where he belongs. You wouldn't kill him twice, would you? He said smiling and vanished from in front of her.

Rachel sat on the floor and stared at it. She was never to see them again. She was so grateful to have Lucas back, alive. But she felt a hole inside of her. She let a tear fall as she thought of her friends, her makeshift family mourning her, while she was barely fifteen minutes away from them. Rachel curled up into a ball and let herself cry.

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