Rising From The Darkness.

Allison “Allie” Rose Davis & Sam Winchester

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Nichole “Nikki” Lynn Parker & Dean Winchester

Dean leaned against the trunk of his beloved Impala, his whole demeanour uneasy. There was a problem, a big one, regarding Leviathans that Castiel had unknowingly bestowed upon mankind. Now here they were, taking no prisoners and devouring their way through neighbourhoods while quietly disguising themselves as the working average joe. They were growing vastly in numbers and the boys were sure that they couldn’t find a solution to this problem between just them and Bobby Singer.

“Where the heck are these two?” Dean grumbled under his breath, anxiously looking over his shoulder. “They should of friggin been here by now.”

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Allie turned her radio, playing Iron Maiden’s ‘2 Minutes to Midnight’, down as she approached the diner that Sam and Dean Winchester had instructed her to meet them. Expertly maneuvering her Mini Cooper into the parking lot, she spotted sight of the boys, noticing Sam’s height and head of hair first. Bringing her car to a standstill beside the Impala, which brought shame upon her old, faithful, cherry red Mini, she exited the car with a false confidence, approaching the boys as she dug her hands into the pockets of her jeans. “What’ve you both done now?” She teased lightly, appreciating the cool air of the late Friday afternoon. “Where’s Nikki?”

Sam could tell Dean was starting to get anxious, he sighed, “I’m sure they’ll be here soon.” He felt a bit of relief when he saw Allie pull in, “Now we’re only one short.” He smiled a little as Allie got out, “We didn’t do anything, how’ve you been Allie?”

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Nikki pulled in to the parking lot and parked her black Ford single cab pick up truck. She killed the engine and climbed out, smiling as she walked over to the others, “Sam, Allie.” She looked at Dean, “Dean, so, what are we going to do about our problem?”

@ sakura blues.

Dean smiled at Nikki, his cocky, over confident smile he saved for situations that he wanted to tackle head on. “Well, Nikki, what else is there to do than kick ass?” The grin on his face widened. “C’mon, let’s get some grease in us. We don’t know what it is we’re up against yet.” He explained. “‘Cordin’ to Bobby, these bastards can’t be killed. Figured we could use some more hands.” He led the way into the diner, the bell above the door tinkling politely.

“Nikki,” Allie smiled, nodding in greeting as she folded her arms over her chest, listening to Dean’s briefing. She looked over at Sam, amused at his defense. “When do you two never do something bad?” She chose her seat as they approached the quietest table in the corner of the building, out of earshot of innocent civilians. “So, there’s no way to kill it, like, at all?”

Sam followed the others and sat down at the table, “As far as we know there isn’t anything that can kill it, but we’re still looking.” He glanced around the diner, “So it seems like our best option is to try and slow them down...”

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Nikki looked between Adam and Dean, “So we can’t kill them, but we need to find a way to slow down their killing?” She ran a hand through her hair, “Did you two have any ideas on what we’re going to do?”

@ sakura blues.

“Not yet, Bobby’s working on it.” Dean reassured Nikki, looking through the menu absentmindedly. “We were thinking to kidnap one, make it our bitch and see what makes it tick. Gotta try every trick in the book.” He explained, deciding on something to eat. “Silver bullets, beheading, all the fun stuff. There might even be something on that demon tablet we got.” Dean exhaled. “It’s our best try for now.”

Allie looked between the two brothers with raised eyebrows. “Are you sure playing it by ear is a good way to go?” She asked, directing her glance to Sam. “A lot more people could be killed between now and then, what’s the go to for that?” She asked, folding one leg over the other as she sat. “Please tell me you have one.”

Sam looked at Allie, “Right now, I think our only option is exactly that.” He could tell the girls were uneasy about just going for it and trying anything under the sun. He had already tried just about every resource he could think of, but maybe he could rack his brain for some more.

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Nikki looked over at Dean, “Listen, you know I trust the two of you, but there isn’t anything else you can think of? We’re just going to throw everything we have until we find something that might work?” Nikki asked, taking a drink of her water.

@ sakura blues.

Dean sighed, rubbing his face. "You just gotta trust us a little more. Once we get one of those chompers in the back room of the bunker, we can start. But for now, we just..." Dean trailed off, shrugging. "I know it's not the best thing we've done, Nikki, I get it. But hopefully you two can help us crack the bastard, you're some of the best hunters we know." Dean offered Nikki a small smile, knowing that going into this whole Leviathan problem blind was foolish and risky.

"Hey," Allie cleared her throat. "I think that beheading could actually be a good option, I mean, it's worth a shot, right?" She shot a smile to Sam, knowing that he had probably read every book in the bunker for some sort of answer towards the issue. Taking a sip of her own water, Allie nodded to herself as she gave it a bit more thought. "So, is Bobby working towards grabbing one of these big mouths?"

Sam nodded as he agreed with Allie, “I have to agree with that, beheading could be worth a shot.” He ran a hand through his hair, “Bobby’s got a lead on one, we’re just waiting for the word.”

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Nikki had ordered herself a burger and fries, “We trust you, you guys have been doing this longer than anyone else we know.” She just about caved when Dean smiled at her, “I’m sure we’ll figure it out.”

@ sakura blues.

“Damn right we will,” Dean took a sip of his Cola, deciding against a beer. There was a six pack of the good stuff waiting for him back at the bunker. As he ordered himself a simple cheeseburger and fries, he focused his attention back onto Nikki, admiring how she looked. “So, c’mon, tell me... what’s been going on in the life of Nikki recently?” Dean smirked, knowing that the woman sat opposite him was a badass.

Allie took a moment to admire Sam and how he looked at that second. Pushing back a smile, she ordered a club sandwich. “Alright, so, they bleed black goo, right? Things could get messy.” Allie pulled a face. She had seen many things through her experiences of hunting, and yet anything that didn’t bleed red just made her squirm. Focusing her attention back on Sam, Allie cleared her throat. “Is it a good idea for all of our cars to be parked outside of the bunker? Or should we leave one behind?”

“Right,” Sam told her, ordering himself a sandwich. He noticed Allie’s face and tried to hold back a smile, “Still squirmy when it comes to anything besides blood?” He asked her knowing she hadn’t handled black goo well before. “I think we should be fine with the cars at the bunker, we can always find somewhere to hide them later,” he told her.

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Hearing Dean ask about her, she tried not to laugh, “What is there to say really? It’s been awhile, I actually thought about retiring, try to have a normal life, but decided against it. I’ve been on the road since, picking up cases here and there on my own. What about you?”

@ sakura blues.

“Don’t ever retire,” Dean warned. “What would I do without you?” Dean had always tried to hint to Nikki how he felt. He was too uncertain about how she felt about him to say it outright. “Come across anything interesting?” Dean asked, messing around with the salt and pepper shakers. “It’s pretty much been the same at the bunker. Cas is missing in action and Crowley’s annoying as hell. That Kevin kid’s a nice guy,” Dean nodded. “Been as good as it can get. Fighting the good fight.” Dean smiled a wide, genuine smile.

“Ugh, yes.” A blush raised to Allie’s cheeks as she avoided eye contact with the gorgeous man in front of her. “It’s so gross.” Listening to Sam mention that the cars should be fine hidden, Allie nodded along, knowing that Sam was intelligent and was always a step ahead. “Alright, sounds good.” Allie smiled. “I’m looking forward to seeing the bunker again.”

“Yeah, it’s pretty gross,” Sam laughed, looking at her. When their food came, he took a bite, “So, what have you been up to? Find any interesting things to hunt?” He was curious as to how Alli was doing.

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Nikki blushed softly, “You would be fine without me.” She smiled, eating a few fries, “Nothing really, just the usual.” There was something off about the way Dean was acting, like he was trying to say something without actually saying it, “Is there something else? You seem, off...”

@ sakura blues.

“I’m fine,” Dean smiled, looking at one of his best friends with a reassuring, lopsided grin. “I guess this Leviathan thing is just really bugging me.” He frowned, following Nikki’s lead and eating a few fries, dipping them in ketchup. Suddenly, from the pocket of his jacket, Dean’s phone made an obnoxious beep, telling Dean he had a text. Fishing for his mobile, Dean nodded as he brought the phone to the surface. “It’s Bobby.” He informed Nikki. “He’s got one.”

“Not really,” Allie shrugged. “Been hunting alongside Dylan,” Allie’s older brother. After their mother was killed, the two had been keen hunters and often worked alongside each other. “Been hunting by myself.” She took a piece of her sandwich, enjoying the food after the long drive. “There was a werewolf case and that was about it, it’s been slow.” She admitted, smiling at the younger Winchester. “Thank God you two are here to keep everyone else on their toes.”

Sam nodded, “Its always better to have someone to watch your back.” He wouldn’t admit it, but he liked having Dean around so he had back up. “Werewolf cases are always fun,” he sighed, eating his food and taking a drink.

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Nikki was glad to hear that Bobby caught one, “How long until he has it at the bunker?” She asked, finishing off her fries and starting on her burger. She was glad to be spending time with Dean.

@ sakura blues.

“Should be there by tonight. Once we’ve eaten, we gotta hit the road.” Dean instructed. He enjoyed spending time with Nikki, there was something between them both that just felt so natural and comfortable. Eating through his burger happily, Dean smiled at the thought. “How’s that Ford of yours running? I know you love that thing.”

Allie would never admit it, especially not to Sam, but a part of her always wished it was Sam who had her back. Taking a moment to study the man, a sympathetic smile formed against her face, seeing that he was worrying. “Stop worrying.” She murmured. “We’ve got this covered.” She finished her sandwich, leaving the wrapper on the tray provided.

Sam nodded, knowing Allie was right, “I know we do, and that we’ll figure it out.” He sighed, “I’ll just feel better once we have the upper hand on these things.” He finished his food and put his empty dishes near the edge of the table.

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“Sounds good,” Nikki told him, running a hand through her hair. She finished her water, “She’s running great, I mean I have to put the work into it, but she’s great. How’s baby running?”

@ sakura blues.

“Smoothly as ever,” Dean grinned. He was always so proud of the Impala, and he cherished the history behind the car and what it meant to the Winchester family. “Can’t count how many times the old girl’s been rebuilt, but she’s great.” Dean studied Nikki for a second, just appreciating how she looked. “Are you done? We should probably get going.” He always spoke a little softer with Nikki.

“I know,” Allie reassured, taking Sam’s hand from across the table. “But discovering how to kill these assholes is half the fun.” She grinned, a mischievous glint in her eye. “Just don’t let the black goo get on me.” She pulled a face, leaving a $5 tip for the waitress as she stood from the table, seeing Dean getting ready to leave.

“That makes sense, don’t worry I’ll keep the black goo from you,” Sam laughed softly. He followed Allie outside along with Dean and Nikki as they walked out.

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Nikki smiled, “Glad to hear it, she’s beautiful.” She nodded, “I’m done, Let’s get this started.” She got up from her spot and followed Dean as he walked outside.

@ sakura blues.

"She is a beauty," Dean agreed, digging Baby's keys from the pocket of his jeans. "Remember, park your car in the trees, it can't be easily seen that way." Dean instructed. He was always so particularly protective over the bunker and the hidden pieces of history it held within its walls; although he would never admit that out loud. "Ready to roll out?" He smiled down at Nikki as he accompanied her to her Ford first, always prioritising her safety. The eldest Winchester brother had seen hunters come and go, and no one stuck out to him like Nikki did. She was a force to be reckoned with and Dean knew that she was not someone to be messed with, and that's what he adored about her.

"Knew I could count on you to protect me." Allie shot a small, almost bashful smile to Sam, holding the keys to her Mini in her hand. "Alright, everyone keep safe on the road, there's some idiots around these parts." She said, knowing that Dean and Nikki both loved their cars too much to let them get destroyed or even scraped. She took another look at Sam, just to make sure he was alright. "See you at the bunker." She grinned.