
Posted originally on the Archive_of_Our_Own at https://archiveofourown.org/
works/5498852.
  Rating:
      Explicit
  Archive Warning:
      Graphic_Depictions_Of_Violence, Rape/Non-Con, Underage
  Category:
      M/M
  Fandom:
      Teen_Wolf_(TV), Captain_America_(Movies), Marvel_Cinematic_Universe
  Relationship:
      Derek_Hale/Stiles_Stilinski, James_"Bucky"_Barnes/Steve_Rogers
  Character:
      Derek_Hale, Stiles_Stilinski, James_"Bucky"_Barnes, Steve_Rogers, Matt
      Murdock, Jonathan_"Junior"_Juniper, Original_Female_Character(s), Minor
      Characters, Original_Male_Character(s), Cora_Hale, Kira_Yukimura, Heather
      (Teen_Wolf)
  Additional Tags:
      Flashbacks, Murder_Mystery, Wrongly_Accused, Minor_Character_Death,
      Mentions_of_Rape, Fluff_and_Smut, Attempted_Rape/Non-Con, Father's_Day,
      First_Time, Murder_Trial, Courtroom_Drama, Suicide, Goodbyes, Closure
  Series:
      Part 7 of Detective_Stiles
  Stats:
      Published: 2015-12-23 Completed: 2016-01-10 Chapters: 14/14 Words: 7774
****** Fear and Evil ******
by Shinigami24
Summary
     A friend of Bucky gets into serious trouble, and he asks for the pack
     for help exonerating him. While working the case, they must find the
     real culprit.
Notes
     Here's the next fic in Detective Stiles series. I've had this fic
     planned from near the start. The rating is because the topics is a
     bit dark. My mind went to scary places while planning this fic.
***** Prologue *****
Chapter Summary
     Bucky speaks to Derek and Stiles.
Chapter Notes
     Here's the prologue. I'll be posting ch 1 for Christmas Miracles tmw.
     The rape-non con warning is because of the current mystery. Don't
     worry, I don't plan on having Stiles, Steve and any of the pack
     getting raped!
     This case will finally reveal Ryan's past.
Derek and Stiles had some alone time. They were spooning on the couch.
"We first found a missing woman and the playboy whom took her. We also ended up
solving his murder too as well." Derek began.
"Our second case was another murder. A teacher was killed by a co-worker for
threatening to reveal a cheating ring." Stiles continued.
"Another murder happened because of a pirating ring." Derek recalled.
"A serial killer stalked and murdered women in a search for the right one. He
had thirty kills under his belt by the time we took him down." Stiles revealed.
"Our next case did not involve murder, but it was definitely more personal."
Derek added.
"The recent case happened because of the thief; The Collector. He became
murderous when he was caught red handed with stolen art." Stiles reminisced. 
"Speaking of cases, we just got another case. Our neighbor Bucky asked for our
help." Derek said.
"Can you please help my friend? He's looking at a life sentence for something
he didn't do." Bucky pleaded. The pack looked at each other and nodded.
"We'll take the case." Cora said.
"Thank you." Bucky sighed in relief.
"Now, tell us the details."  Kira suggested as she started to take notes.
"Good thing, it's summer vacation. Because something tells me that this case
will take some time to resolve." Stiles stated as they got up and went to check
on their luggage. Minutes later, Bucky and Steve arrived to take them to the
airport.
===============================================================================
 Catriona, Bronwen, and Johnny were hanging out. Six years old Catriona was
coloring a picture of a horse. Her red braided hair bounced as her blue eyes
focused on her current task intently. While the little girl was coloring, her
older sister Bronwen talked with her best friend Johnny. The teenagers were
both sixteen years old.
"How is everything with the folks?" Johnny asked.
"The usual. Shane is coming home, so that makes them happy." Bronwen replied.
The young brunette didn't really despise her parents. However, she always
wondered why Shane was put on a pedestal while her and her sister were ignored.
"My place is always an option if you need to get away." Johnny offered.
"Thanks. We might take you up on that offer." Bronwen smiled in gratitude. Her
best friend's house had been a longtime place of refuge for her and her sister.
"No problem." Johnny smiled.
===============================================================================
 Bucky and Steve cuddled on the plane. The married couple was seated together
while their traveling companions were scattered nearby. They were either fast
asleep, reading, or listening to music.
"Where did you meet Junior?" Steve asked his husband.
"He was one of the Howlies. The newer ones." Bucky answered. The brunette was
worried about his friend. How could those numb-skulls think that kid capable of
murder?! There was a very good reason why Junior had been the medic during his
army stint.
"Have you been able to reach his family?" Steve asked.
"His family called me for a good lawyer's number. I called up Matt." Bucky
replied. Said lawyer was seated behind them.
"You'll get him through this. If you keep hoping, it'll keep him going." Steve
promised as he hugged his husband and kissed him softly.
Junior was in his cell. He felt scared in the dark cell. How had he gotten in
this mess? It seemed like a century ago, but in reality, it had been only two
days since his ordeal began. When the police had found him, Fiona's blood was
all over him. Memories flooded his mind as he remembered the last time he had
seen Fiona.
Fiona was speaking. Her green eyes was filled with barely suppressed
excitement.
'I have him where I want him! They cannot whitewash everything this time! By
the time we're done with them, he will regret even knowing me! And they will
rue the day that they lied for him!"  she declared as she practically bounced.
Junior was brought out of memory lane when the guard came by to do his rounds.
"Who was she talking about?" Junior pondered.
"Help me," he whispered to no one.
***** Atlanta *****
Chapter Summary
     The detectives touch down in Georgia.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 1. Ch 2 will be posted tmw.
The pack and Matt got off the plane at Springcreek airport. They were jet-
legged and ready to get some sleep.
"Let's check into the hotel and eat," Stiles said as he sighed in relief. The
pack got their luggage off the belt and hailed taxis. They had a lot of work to
do.
===============================================================================
 Dylan and Pippa were in Atlanta visiting a friend.
"Thank you for inviting us," Pippa smiled as she hugged her best friend from
college.
"I've missed you both! Come inside and have a seat." her friend beamed as she
stepped aside.
===============================================================================
 Derek, Stiles, Ryan, Cora, Kira, and Heather toured Atlanta. The aquarium and
the zoo were places of fun and learning. They fed animals, learned about them,
and watched shows. After the long day of touring the city, they plopped down on
the hotel room couch to watch movies.
===============================================================================
 The small group gathered for dinner at the Marietta Diner. They took a bite of
the food and groaned. It was so delicious. After finishing up their meals, they
checked the dessert menu.
"It brings me back to when I was a kid." Heather commented.
"I know! Those choices look so good!" Cora agreed.
"We need to order to go," Ryan said.
"I need another banana split." Stiles decided.
===============================================================================
 Bucky and Steve had some alone time. They were trying to nap together, but
Bucky still felt uneasy. So Steve pulled at his sleeve.
"Bucky, please talk to me. I'm all ears." he pleaded. Bucky sighed,
"I just worry about the kids," he responded.
"The kids have chaperones. They will be fine." Steve replied. Bucky nodded and
kissed his hair. He visibly calmed and relaxed as they both fell asleep.
***** Deception *****
Chapter Summary
     Ryan learns what happened.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 2. Ch 3 will be posted next.
Dylan and Pippa were out getting food when they ran into Ryan.
"Hey, Ryan," Pippa smiled.
"What's up?" she asked.
"Nothing much. Just a case." Ryan answered.
"Come on, let's get you some ice cream, and we can talk. It's getting hot."
Dylan suggested.
===============================================================================
Junior was in an orange jumpsuit when he met Matt, Bucky, Steve, Derek, and
Stiles. They winced at the heavy sound of his shackles. Junior and Bucky smiled
at each other.
"This is my husband, Steve. Matt here is your new lawyer and my dear friend.
And these two men, Derek and Stiles, are my friends and brilliant detectives."
Bucky said as he performed the introductions.
"Thank you so much, Bucky." Junior sighed as they all sat down.
"We have a lot to talk about, so let's start from the beginning." Matt said.
===============================================================================
Ryan was shocked. She couldn't move as she froze and stared at the familiar
face looking up at her from the day's edition.
She was walking through the streets of Brooklyn with Alicia. When she ran into
an old childhood friend Fiona. After they finished exchanging hugs, they
settled down to talk a bit.
"I know what we can do now." Fiona was saying.
"What?" Ryan asked.
"They obstruct justice by paying off cops. So we have to go public." Fiona
declared.
"Tell me more." Alicia was confused.
"It's a long story that you can't tell anyone. You can tell them eventually,
but not right now." Ryan explained.
"I promise not to tell." Alicia promised. So Ryan began to explain.
Ryan came out of her memories as she looked at the newspaper. The headline
read,
"Another woman found Raped, Murdered." Ryan was absolutely terrified.
"I have to tell Stiles!" she declared.
===============================================================================
Catriona and Bronwen were introduced to Tyler, a friend of Shane's. Tyler had
this sickening, cocky smirk on his face. It made Bronwen's skin crawl. Catriona
promptly hid behind her big sister as Bronwen stepped away from him.
"Why are you backing away? He's a good guy," Shane criticized. Bronwen rolled
her eyes and took Catriona's hand. Her brother was such a blind idiot.
===============================================================================
Three days ago;
Fiona arrived at the meeting place. She felt a bit uneasy. She waited for ten
minutes before pulling out her phone and dialing.
"Cheyenne, what's going on? If you aren't coming, then why did you text me
asking to meet here?" she asked. Cheyenne was confused.
"What do you mean? I didn't text you." she responded. Fiona was confused, but
then realization set in. She became scared and frantic.
"It's a trap!" she exclaimed on the phone before a forearm came around her
body. A hand held a sickeningly sweet smelling cloth to her face. She dropped
her phone, clawing at the hand and trying to scream. She lost consciousness and
was dragged away.
"Fiona? Fiona!" the phone boomed.
***** Pain and Love *****
Chapter Summary
     Another victim is discovered.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 3. This chapter explains the archive warnings. However, I
     refuse to write an actual rape scene, I'll hint at it, and cover the
     aftermath. But that is it.
     IaNG will be updated next.
The police arrived at the alleyway to find another murder victim. It was a
young girl in her early to mid teens like the others. The new victim's throat
was slit ear to ear. She'd been raped like the other girls. The detectives were
sickened by the sight. They covered her up as a show of respect.
"Her hair is uneven. He must've cut it for a trophy." one of the detectives
said.
"He's so sick that he needs to remember this stuff." a female detective
growled, her companions nodded in agreement.
"Let's get her to the ME. She's been out here too long." the primary detective
said.
===============================================================================
Junior was speaking with Matt and the detectives.
"The night the police found her was after a search. Cheyenne reported her
kidnapping. She was on the phone with Fiona when Fiona was abducted. Some
didn't take it too seriously." he began.
"Why did they come to you?" Matt asked.
"I was like a big brother to her. She came to me for advice. She was upset, yet
excited about something. I think the 'something' is what got her killed.
However, I had gotten a strange text from her, so I went to the meeting place."
he recalled.
Junior felt odd. Fiona had texted him and told him to go to an abandoned
warehouse. So he entered the warehouse and searched everywhere. Then he saw
her! He gasped and ran towards her. Fiona's blue eyes was glazed over in death.
Her lifeless body was riddled with dark bruises, her clothing was torn around
her breast and pubic area. The gaping wound on her throat formed a red line. He
touched her and felt that it was warm still. She hadn't been dead for too long.
Junior went to pick her up, but blood dripped on him. He was devastated, if
only the police had taken Cheyenne seriously! Perhaps they could have found her
in time. The man began to cry. His friend was gone. He wept besides her,
gripping her now cold hand. He was still weeping when the police arrived.
He came back to himself, wiping a stray tear from his cheek.
"You know the rest." he said as he concluded his tale.
===============================================================================
Bucky and Steve sat in the hotel living room. The TV was background noise to
their swirling thoughts.
"How did it feel to see Junior?" Steve asked.
"I missed seeing him, but not in this way." Bucky replied. Steve nodded into
understanding.
"He'll be okay. He has us, the kids, and Matt." he reassured.
===============================================================================
Cora, Kira, and Heather searched Springcreek. They were searching for clues.
"Look through trash cans and the alleyway." Heather said. So the girls
searched, finding some hairs that the police had missed. It gave them a bit
more hope as they kept searching.
"We need to get this to the police soon." Kira warned as they left.
===============================================================================
Derek and Stiles were alone. They cuddled each other. Derek's head was pillowed
on Stiles' thighs. He smiled up at his loving boyfriend. Stiles leaned forwards
to kiss him softly. He couldn't get enough of Derek's kisses.
***** Coincidence *****
Chapter Summary
     Matt makes a connection between two cases.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 4. Ch 5 will be posted next.
The next morning, Derek and Stiles began their investigation. Kira, Heather,
and Cora were helping them. All of sudden, Ryan ran into the hotel clutching
yesterday's newspaper. She was visibly breathless and completely distraught.
"What's wrong?" Derek asked as he jumped up. He hugged the teen in order to
calm her.
"Fiona is dead. She was raped and murdered. She was my best friend!" Ryan
panted into his chest as she dissolved into tears. Heather got up and searched
for the article. She sighed and nodded.
"This is Junior's case." The group were both shocked and confused.
"What is going on?" Stiles asked. There were too many coincidences.
===============================================================================
Atlanta was Dylan and Pippa's playground. They went to the World of Coca Cola
before Pippa dragged Dylan to the botanical garden. Albeit reluctant, Dylan did
have fun looking at the plants and watching the volunteers maintain it with
such care. He also loved learning about each plant. After a fun day, the couple
retired for the night, photos from the tour of the city, sitting on the
nightstand.
===============================================================================
Johnny was coming out of his house to get the mail when he saw a familiar head
of red hair coming his way. Ten years old Catriona ran to hug him, tears
streaking her face. Johnny comforted her.
"What's wrong sweetie?" he asked.
"Cassidy is dead. She overdosed on pills!" she sobbed. Johnny froze, but
wrapped his arms around her tightly.
"Come inside," he said, not wanting her to go home completely wracked with
grief.
===============================================================================
That afternoon, Matt and Junior had a meeting. They were serious and looking
through all possible defenses.
"Tell me a bit more about her." Matt finally said.
"She had two brothers and three sisters. Well, only two of them are alive
today." Junior recalled.
"There is some tragedy surrounding the family, already, right?" Matt asked.
"Yes. Her older sister, Cassidy was raped. She couldn't live with the fact that
her rapist disappeared into thin air and wouldn't see justice." he swallowed
heavily.
"She took a whole bottle of pills before going to bed, and she never woke up."
he concluded. Matt perked up at the revelation.
"Do you think it is connected to this case?" he asked.
"Maybe. I was deployed with the Commandos when it happened and couldn't come
home." Junior responded.
"Thank you. That will be all for now." Matt replied.
===============================================================================
Several hours later, Bucky and Steve were watching the TV mindlessly. They had
been left alone in the silence of their hotel room.
"Did they tell Ryan about who they're helping?" Bucky asked his husband.
"Stiles wouldn't hide it from her. She trusts our judgment, but it's tough."
Steve replied.
"Can we please not focus on that right now? I just really want it to be only
about us." Bucky said after silent took over for a moment. Steve nodded and got
up. He tried to drag his husband to bed, but the bigger beefy soldier wasn't
budging.
"If you want sex, you better get up now." he declared. Bucky jumped up,
immediately and followed his husband to their bed. Steve stripped off his
clothes as they made it to the bedroom. His husband was shirtless when he
pressed against his bare back, kissing his neck and shoulders.
Soon, Bucky picked up Steve and dumped him on the bed, dropping his pants and
boxers. He loomed over him, kissing him passionately. Bucky then grabbed the
lube they hid under the pillow earlier and slicked up his fingers. He pushed
one in slowly, kissing Steve's face in order to distract him from the
discomfort. The soft, affectionate kisses became heated as he pushed in another
finger.
Several minutes later, Bucky finished prepping him and slicked up his cock. He
pushed into Steve slowly, kissing him with pent up passion. He moved his hips
at a fast pace, chasing his own release, while making sure to cause Steve as
much pleasure as possible. A moment later, Steve whimpered and clenched around
Bucky as he came with a strangled moan, kissing his husband hard. He moaned
when Bucky came deep inside him before kissing him again.
As they came down from their highs, Bucky and Steve panted and smiled. They
kissed one last time before settling down and pulling the comforter over their
bodies.
***** Fear *****
Chapter Summary
     Derek, Stiles, and Ryan have an unpleasant encounter.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 5. Depending on how things pans out, ch 6 should be posted
     tmw.
A week later, Matt and Junior arrived at the local courthouse for the trial.
They were instantly swarmed by the media. Cameras flashed as reporters tried to
ask questions and invade their space, but the police wouldn't let them near the
key players.
"Jonathan Juniper, did you kill Fiona MacKenzie?" a reporter asked. Bucky
glared at said reporter.
"What kind of question is that?!" he angrily replied. Ryan watched from the top
of the steps away from the media frenzy as the police escorted all key players
into the courthouse. She covered her mouth in shock when she saw Junior.
"Johnny?" Ryan whispered when she saw his face.
"Oh no." she breathed as she recognized her adoptive big brother. She knew he
wasn't guilty. She was absolutely certain now.
===============================================================================
The police investigated another crime scene. As before, it was a rape and
murder. They were beginning their investigation when Derek and the others
arrived.
"Thank God, you're here! It's another girl." a detective declared. They were
relieved for the break.
"Do you remember Cassidy MacKenzie and her case?" Derek asked.
"Yeah, poor girl went through a lot after the rape. I regret not being able to
get her justice." the lead detective sighed.
"Is it possible that the same person raped Fiona?" Kira wanted to know.
"If we read over the file again, we'll know for sure. But it's a possibility."
the lead detective responded.
"We can turn over what we discovered to you," Stiles offered as he held out
their notes.
"Keep any clues, but we can take the files." one of the detectives said.
"Thank you, detective." Heather said.
===============================================================================
Bronwen was leaving a convenience store. She'd brought some candy bars for
herself and her sister. All of sudden, Tyler approached her, grabbed her, and
dragged her into the nearest alleyway. The sixteen years old girl was furious.
"I told you, asshole, to stay the hell away from me!" she yelled in his face as
she spun to leave. Tyler sneered and grabbed her arm pushing her against the
wall.
"You don't tell me what to do, you bitch!" He then reached for her skirt and
tried to rip it off as he forced his gross lips on her neck. Bronwen tried to
put up a fight, but Tyler was stronger and bigger. He ripped open her top and
tried to kiss her. She turned her head.
Catriona saw her sister get dragged away and knew Johnny was just down the
street. So she ran as fast as she could.
"Help, Johnny! He pulled Bronwen into the alley!" she panted. Johnny turned and
pushed his bag into his friend's hands and dashed up the street with Catriona
in tow.
Tyler's pants was down when Johnny found them. He ripped him off her and sucker
punched him.
"You sick bastard!" he yelled as he continued to punch him.
"Don't you dare get near any girl, or I'll kill you!" he declared. Then Johnny
gathered up Bronwen and Catriona. He took them to his place and locked the door
to make them feel safer. He then called the police.
===============================================================================
Stiles, Derek, and Ryan went to get more supplies for their research when they
ran into Shane Lennox and Tyler Bancroft. The two men sneered at them. Stiles
felt uncomfortable about them. Ryan instantly hid behind Derek. They terrified
her. Instead of dealing with them any longer, the trio left swiftly. They all
had a bad feeling.
===============================================================================
After dinner, Derek and Stiles finally had alone time. Ryan was staying with
Bucky and Steve. So the couple were affectionate and physical. Stiles was
pulled into Derek's lap as they made out. Derek pulled off his Henley, letting
Stiles explore his body as they kissed passionately. Derek was pulling at
Stiles' sweats when Cora walked in.
"Oh my God!" she yelled.
"Don't you ever knock?!" Derek yelled as he covered himself.
"Well, excuse me for wanting a file pertaining to the murders, but of course,
I'm in the wrong," Cora rolled her eyes. Stiles handed her the files and locked
the door as she left.
"I don't know about you but that killed the mood, wanna cuddle?" Stiles sighed.
For a reply, Derek pulled Stiles closer and wrapped his arms around his
boyfriend. They kissed before snuggling together. Derek grabbed the remote and
put on a movie in their Netflix quene.
***** Connection *****
Chapter Summary
     The detectives look for a pattern.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 6. IaNG will be updated next.
Stiles and Kira logged into Skype. Malia's chat bubble popped up and connected.
"How is the case going?" Malia asked.
"It's a tough one," Kira sighed.
"There are so many bizarre coincidences. Two of the victims were sisters, and
Ryan knew both of them and Junior. We also just so happened to have run into
two assholes that really don't like Junior." Stiles elaborated. Malia raised
her eyebrow.
"Maybe you should look in on her." she suggested.
"That's the problem, Ryan has vanished somewhere. Derek is looking for her."
Kira sighed.
"What about the two jerks that you mentioned?" Malia continued her line of
questioning. Stiles instantly went on a rant.
"Their names are Tyler Bancroft and Shane Lennox. They are such assholes and
think they are self entitled to get away with everything!" Stiles seethed.
Malia's eyes went wide.
"Ryan mentioned them once." she gasped. Now it was Kira's turn to gasp.
"That makes five people she knows. Maybe this town is her birthplace?" Kira
suggested.
===============================================================================
Bucky was called to the witness stand. He was sworn in and placed on the stand.
"Junior was an upstanding soldier and is selfless. He'd always talk about his
family and if a citizen needed help, he'd break protocol to aid them." Bucky
said.
"Thank you." Matt said.
"Your witness" he finished.
===============================================================================
The detectives were reviewing their notes together.
"From what we have found there has been eight victims over the years." Heather
was saying.
"Are those all of the dead victims? Because I think that it's a much higher
number." Stiles asked.
"Yeah. There are twenty-four victims in total." Heather replied as she returned
to her notes. Then they reopened the file and tried to find a pattern.
"In the first files, there wasn't any beatings. However, before the murders
started, the victims were sent to the hospital with crushed tracheas and broken
ribs." Derek read.
"Did any of the victims take self defense?" Kira asked.
"A few, but they were caught off guard. Look at the bruising." Cora answered.
"We can now figure out his type of victim. This could really help." Derek
suggested.
===============================================================================
Bucky and Steve were calm. Bucky felt less high stung now that he had
testified.
"You did good, babe," Steve praised.
"Thank you. I was really nervous." Bucky replied. Steve leaned into his husband
and kissed him softly.
===============================================================================
Derek and Stiles had some alone time to talk.
"We have his type and his MO." Derek was saying.
"It has to be connected to who Ryan ran away from." Stiles declared.
"Maybe, she told Alicia something?" Derek suggested.
"I'll call Boyd and see," Stiles said as he pulled out his phone and began to
dial.
***** Father's Day *****
Chapter Summary
     The detectives celebrate their dads.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 7. This is a filler chapter, I decided to take a break from
     the plot. Ch 8 will resume the story.
Stiles dialed his Dad's phone number. After two beeps, his Dad picked up.
"Hey, kiddo!" Stiles smiled.
"Happy Father's Day!" Noah grinned.
"Thanks, kid! Are you okay?"
"It's stressful, but we are getting there." Stiles replied.
Kira Skyped with her parents. They were excited to see her.
"Happy Father's Day, Daddy!" Kira beamed happily. Ken beamed at his daughter.
"Thank you, baby!"
"You're welcome!" she smiled brightly. Her joy made the parents melt.
===============================================================================
The Boyd family was celebrating Father's Day, the second holiday since Alicia
returned. The first had been Mother's Day. Mr. Boyd was especially happy to see
his baby girl there. They had a hearty dinner of stew, caramel cake, and tea.
They gave him gift cards to his favorite stores and restaurants. He hugged all
of his children to say thanks for the gifts.
===============================================================================
Malia sent an email to her adopted dad and Peter. Maybe, she could find some
way to see her adopted Dad before summer ends. It would be the perfect gift.
Allison and Chris went out for Father's Day. She took him out to get pizza, ice
cream, and for dinner, a steak meal. He enjoyed the food and having a good time
with his little girl.
"Hey, Dad," Allison beamed as she slid over a box. He opened it and saw a Rolex
watch. He didn't ask how she got it. Peter probably gave her money to get him
something nice.
===============================================================================
Junior was granted bail by the judge and allowed out to see his family. The
family drowned him in love but they also worried about the trial.
"We're here for you, kiddo. No matter what." Mr. Juniper promised.
===============================================================================
Bucky and Steve had alone time. They were happy and warm in their embrace. They
cuddled on their bed. Bucky and Steve kissed softly before drifting off to
sleep.
***** Feels like the First Time *****
Chapter Summary
     Derek and Stiles finally take a huge step.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 8. Depending on how things pans out, ch 9 should be posted
     tmw.
The trial began once more with Matt presenting more witnesses. The original
Commandos were called to the stand.
"Did Jonathan have any issues while on the team?" Matt asked.
"No. He was pretty laidback. His problems were usually handled before it got
bad." Dum Dum answered.
"Thank you for your testimony." Matt said as he stepped back.
===============================================================================
Derek looked all over for Ryan before finding her in the cemetery. Ryan was
stiff with grief. She was in tears as she stood at Cassidy's grave. An angel
sat on it, weeping. Then Derek saw another girl. She had navy blue hair and
brown eyes.
"Hey, Ryan," Derek whispered. The teenager turned and hugged him. Then the
teenage girl with blue hair came over.
"I'm Cheyenne Watson. Nice to meet you." she said. Derek shook her hand.
"Derek Hale. Nice to meet you too." he said. Ryan cried into Derek's shirt, and
he had to hold her up as they all walked to his car.
===============================================================================
Bronwen and Catriona were seated around the kitchen table at Johnny's house.
The sisters were older. Bronwen was now eighteen, legally old enough to be able
to leave home. Catriona was eight years old.  Bronwen was visibly angry while
Catriona sat quietly.
"I can't deal with this anymore. I have to leave." Bronwen declared. While she
hated to leave her sister behind, she couldn't deal with her so-called parents
and brother any longer. Thanks to them, her hometown was now unbearable.
"Where are you going?" Johnny asked.
"A pen pal of mine offered me a place." Bronwen replied. Catriona jumped up to
hug her.
"Be safe." she requested.
"I will, kiddo. Don't worry." Bronwen responded as she returned the hug.
===============================================================================
 Dylan and Pippa visited Springcreek. However, reporters were swarming the
place.
"What is going on?" Pippa asked. Dylan walked up to a reporter and asked her.
Minutes later, he thanked the woman and walked back to Pippa.
"It's about the rape and murders and the trial of that Junior man." Pippa heard
another reporter scolding his partner.
"You idiot! His actual name is Jonathan Juniper!" Pippa was horrified by the
revelation.
"Johnny?" she breathed. Abruptly, she turned and took her husband's hand and
began to drag him away.
"I have to do something, I can't let them send him to jail." she declared.
===============================================================================
Derek and Stiles were finally alone. Bucky and Steve had locked the doors and
told the others not to bother them. They knew first hand how special this
moment was for them.
The couple were all over each other, making out and letting their hands roam
the other's bodies.
"If I do anything that makes you comfortable, please tell me. I don't want any
miscommunication." Derek said. Stiles kissed him softly.
"I know, babe. I want this." he reassured. Derek wrapped him up in his arms and
kissed him passionately. Stiles moaned and melted into the affection. He began
to unbutton his boyfriend's Henley, pulling his lips away in order to pull it
off. His breath hitched at Derek's body as he touched him. Stiles wrapped
himself around the man before jumping into his arms to kiss him more
thoroughly.
Derek carried him to the bed and laid him down gently. He unbuttoned his shirt,
pushed it from his shoulders. He kissed down the lean body as he unbuckled his
pants and removed both his jeans and briefs. The wolf stroked him as he sucked
hickeys into Stiles' thigh. The other sighed and moaned, thrusting into his
hand to chase his release. Derek squeezed it slightly, staving off his orgasm.
"Not until I'm inside you," Derek said in a low voice that made Stiles moan
again.
"The lube is in the drawer," Stiles panted, pointing at the bedside table.
Derek ran his hand through it as he sucked at his boyfriend's cock. He found
the lubricant and popped it open. He slicked his index finger with plenty of
lube before pushing it in slowly. He kissed Stiles slowly, swallowing the needy
moans. Stiles dug his fingers into his shoulders and bit his lip. Derek moaned
and slicked another finger. He took his time, pushing in the second, stopping
when he saw Stiles hiss. After a moment of rest, he pushed the fingers in and
out, stretching Stiles. Another finger went in before both Derek and Stiles
felt like it was enough.
"Come on, Derek. Get in me!" he groaned. Derek slicked himself up with lube and
pushed into Stiles slowly. He kissed his neck, cheek, and lips to ease the
pain.
"Go ahead, Derek." Stiles panted, and Derek set a steady pace. He took his time
making sure Stiles felt every inch and didn't hurt. Eventually, Stiles' legs
came up around his hips and pulled him in.
"I want it harder," he pleaded, looking into Derek's eyes. Derek smirked before
pushing all of his weight on Stiles before fucking in harder. His back arched,
and he reached down to stroke himself. He groaned out loud as he came over his
hand and stomach.
"Oh, fuck," he panted. Derek sped up, spilling his seed into Stiles. After a
moment to catch his breath, he slowly pulled out.
He retreated to the bathroom, grabbed a cloth, ran it under some warm water. He
returned to the bed to clean them both and threw the cloth in the hamper. Then
Derek got back into their bed and accepted a soft kiss from Stiles.
"That was perfect, baby," Stiles smiled. Derek felt his heart skip a beat
before he snuggled in closer to him. They drifted off, happy and sated.
***** The Reveal *****
Chapter Summary
     A surprise is in store for Ryan.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 9. The prologue for the Stucky Fantasy AU will be posted
     next. The title is Return to Aster Aiyan.
The detectives and Ryan were at the station when Pippa arrived. Pippa was
frantic.
"I need to talk with Junior's lawyer!" she exclaimed.
"Why?" Derek asked softly.
"I have something to tell him." came the reply.
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Fiona and Catriona were walking down the street when they saw Tyler. Catriona
pulled her best friend behind a bush. Luckily for them, the older man was busy
looking around as he left the nearby alley. He was disheveled. After the man
went out of sight, they ran to the alley and saw Cassidy there. Her body was
bruised head to toe and her clothing had been ripped into places.
"Cassidy!" Catriona screamed as they ran to the older girl. After they woke her
up, the girls helped her report the crime, and the police launched an
investigation. However, all evidence collected had been destroyed. So the
investigation hit a dead end.
Cassidy was found later by Fiona in her bedroom. An empty bottle of anti-
depressants were laying beside her.
More victims followed, and Catriona left to look for her sister. Over the
years, the rapes turned to murder. One day, Fiona had enough. They needed to do
something and fast. Eventually, she came up with a fool poof plan.
"I have to tell the truth about what happened." she stated.
"We'll support you. Do not worry." Ryan nodded.
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Bucky and Steve were given some time alone. They cuddled together, Steve
sitting comfortably in Bucky's lap.
"Junior has a chance now." Steve was saying.
"That's great," Bucky beamed.
"You're a good friend." Steve replied. Bucky smiled and kissed his husband
sweetly.
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The detectives were anxious as the officer from the investigation talked with
the lab director.
"We have a match with another suspect." the director was saying. The detectives
relaxed visibly but they still wanted to know who matched the sample.
"We have identified Tyler Bancroft as your man." he continued. They all beamed
with joy. The right guy was going behind bars.
"Let's go, guys. We've got a trap to set." Stiles grinned.
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The trial resumed again with the media now being allowed access to the
courtroom. Some reporters had brought their cameramen and recorders. The
prosecution was annoyed by the cameras and reporters that sat in the courtroom.
"I would like to call Bronwen Lennox-McKenna to the stand." Matt announced.
Ryan gasped when she heard the name. It couldn't be her sister! Everyone minus
Stiles and his friends were shocked. Heads turned as Pippa stood up. Minutes
later, Pippa was sworn in under her birth name Bronwen.
***** Disorder *****
Chapter Summary
     Another witness takes the stand.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 10. Ch 11 should be posted tmw.
"Jonathan saved my life one night. Tyler had dragged me into an alley in front
of my younger sister. My sister ran to get him, and he pulled him off of me
before I could be raped. He locked the doors to his house and let me stay in a
guest room because I didn't feel safe going home." Pippa/Bronwen testified. The
audience began to buzz but quieted with a sharp look from the judge.
"What happened?" Matt asked.
"It was covered up and I was barred because my father paid for the charges to
be dropped." Bronwen revealed. Derek snarled with anger, that certainly
explained why Ryan never talked about her family, only her sister.
"Your witness." Matt said as he took his seat. The judge looked at the DA.
"No questions." the DA said. So Matt resumed his defense.
"I would like to call Catriona Lennox to the stand." Shane froze.
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Tyler and Fiona were at the abandoned warehouse he'd dragged her to. Fiona was
restrained in chains with bruises and deep cuts covering her body, especially
near her genital area.
"You're going no where, and do you want to know why? Because no one cares about
you!" Tyler sneered.
"I know you are lying! Johnny is coming for me." Fiona retorted defiantly. He
growled and took out a bloodied switchblade. He slit her throat as she thrashed
underneath him. When she finally went limp, Tyler cleaned up the blood around
her. Before dressing her and dumping her in the warehouse again.
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Ryan was placed on the stand and she began speaking.
"He raped my friend, Cassidy." Ryan said, her voice cracking.
"He made sure that no one would know, and she found suicide to be the only way
out." she finished. The reporters began snapping pictures, and the audience
began to talk. The judge banged his gavel.
"Order in the court!" he boomed.
"I'm not finished questioning." Matt stated.
"Can you please point to your friend's rapist, Ms. Lennox?" the judge asked.
Ryan stood on the stand and pointed at Tyler.
"Liar! How dare you?!" Tyler shouted as he jumped to his feet.
"I am not lying. I saw you pull my sister into that alley, and I saw you the
night Cassidy was raped. Shane and his dad always paid off the cops." Ryan
stated. He began to yell at her, but the judge was not having it. He had the
man arrested for contempt of court. When the cops were cuffing Tyler, Tyler
escaped and grabbed Ryan off the stand.
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The courtroom was tense. Tyler held Ryan hostage with a gun to her head. The
detectives were trying to be careful to talk him down. Bronwen stood with
Junior, glaring furiously at him.
"I told you to stay away from all of the girls!" Junior snapped.
"I wish that he had listened." Cheyenne mumbled before her mom shushed her.
"You could never stop me. When you ran off the the army, I had a field day with
the girls. You should have seen them beg." Tyler smirked. Junior's fist
clenched, but the only thing that kept him from attacking the bastard was the
gun that was pressed to Ryan's head.
While Tyler was showboating, Bucky had snuck up behind him. He quickly locked
Tyler in a choke-hold, cutting off the oxygen to his brain. The man was forced
to let go of Ryan. Ryan ran to her family and friends.
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After Bucky let him go, Tyler grabbed the gun. Before anyone could stop him, he
had turned the gun on himself. He fired a shot into his temple. Everyone froze
as he fell lifeless to the ground. The crowd were shocked, but joy soon
overtook them. Their girls were now safe. The Springcreek rapist was dead. The
four years long nightmare was finally over.
***** Other Side *****
Chapter Summary
     Ryan has a dream that brings closure.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 11. Ch 12 will be posted tmw.
     It's general knowledge that child abusers and rapists have a rough
     time of it in prison. I doubt their accomplices would be so lucky.
     Especially since they were covering for said rapist and preventing
     justice from being carried out.
Ryan was getting checked over by some doctors while Steve watched over her. The
small blond man watched her like a hawk watching over its hatching, making sure
that she was safe.
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Junior was let go under court order and the Howlies waited for him outside the
prison.
"Thank you for your help, Matt. I appreciate it." Junior was saying. He hugged
the lawyer, who simply smiled and patted his back. Then the Howling Commandos
swarmed him with hugs, back slaps, and huge grins.
"Welcome home, kid," Bucky grinned, walking him to his car. They had some
celebrating to do.
Shane and his father were arrested for multiple counts of aiding and abetting.
They knew of the beatings, rapes, and murders but provided help in covering
them up. Shane's mother was so shocked that she fainted. The whole expanded
family tried to deny the charges, but recovered evidence said otherwise. The
men seemed to come off as cocky as they were forced into the cars, but in
reality they were actually scared. They had gambled and lost. They knew that
the moment the other prisoners found out exactly why they had landed in jail,
they were toast. They'd be lucky to be able to finish their prison term in one
piece.
As they watched the prisoners being put in the cars, cameras flashed. As the
media left not one moment unfilmed.
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Ryan and Bronwen reunited. Ryan hugged Bronwen tight.
"I missed you!" she said, not wanting to let her sister go. Bronwen smiled.
"Oh, you've grown so much. Catriona, this is Dylan, my loving husband," she
beamed as she introduced the man that stayed by her through so much.
"You are the pen-pal friend that she moved to live with." the girl smiled.
"Yeah. She moved in with me, and after a year, we began dating." Dylan smiled.
"Come to our hotel room," Ryan smiled.
"We can talk things over." she finished.
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Bucky and Steve had some alone time. Ryan was with her sister and her husband.
The couple cuddled on their hotel bed, completely relaxed. Bucky kissed Steve
softly. He would never get sick of kissing him.
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That night, Ryan had a dream. She was walking to the park on the end of the
block. All of sudden, she saw Cassidy and Fiona in the park. Both sisters
looked just as Ryan had last seen them alive. They smiled at her. Ryan ran to
her friends and Cassidy caught her in a hug.
"Sup, kiddo?" she asked. Ryan returned the hug smiling.
"Nothing much. What about you?" she responded.
"We're fine, now the truth is out." Cassidy replied.
"Thanks, for telling the world about what he did to us." Fiona added.
"It was not just me." Ryan replied.
"Give Bronwen our thanks." Fiona replied. Then they hugged, tears running
softly down their faces.
"See you on the other side, kid." Cassidy replied. Then they walked off into
the afterlife together.
Ryan woke up, smiling brightly for the first time in awhile.
***** Home *****
Chapter Summary
     Ryan talks with Alicia.
Chapter Notes
     Here's ch 12. RtAA will be next to be updated.
     That reminds me, I'm going out of town for 5 days next week. So
     starting from Jan 13 to 17, I'll be offline. However, I promise to
     update my fics when I return. Because while I won't have access to
     the net, I'm bringing my notebooks with me so I can get some writing
     done!
     And I definitely intend to have this fic completed too as well before
     I leave.
Junior met with Bucky, Steve, Bronwen, and Ryan. Junior hugged Bronwen tight.
He'd missed her throughout his time overseas.
"You look great!" Junior smiled.
"You aren't too shabby, yourself, handsome." Bronwen responded. Then Junior
turned to Ryan and hugged her tightly, not wanting to let her go. Moments
later, he remembered his original thoughts.
"Thank you all for believing in me when no one else did." Junior said to his
friends.
"That's what family is for," Steve grinned. Junior returned it and bear hugged
the smaller man. Steve let out an 'oof' sound.
"Bucky, come get your friend. He's crushing me." Steve gasped.
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Derek and Stiles went out on a date. They went to the Cheesecake Factory. They
had fun, enjoying their steak dinner then it was time for dessert. Dessert
consisted of Godiva Chocolate cheesecake. Derek kissed Stiles at the end of the
night. He wanted to be romantic for his boyfriend, and he hoped that he
succeeded.
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Ryan Skyped Alicia after dinner. She wanted to introduce her friend to someone.
Cheyenne was on the bed behind Ryan. She smiled and waved when Alicia came
online.
"Cheyenne, this is my other best friend, Alicia. Say hello, Alicia." Ryan
smiled as she performed the introductions.
"Nice to meet you." Alicia smiled.
"I got the closure I need. Maybe, I can return to Springcreek for the next
vacation." Ryan mused. Cheyenne was excited.
"Really?!" she exclaimed.
"Of course. I have another family here." Ryan replied referring to Junior, his
family and all of their friends.
"That's great, Ryan." Alicia smiled.
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The Howling Commandos, Junior and his family, Ryan, Bronwen and Dylan, and the
detectives wanted to celebrate. So they got together for dinner at Olive
Garden. Several tables had been pushed together. The kids had their own table,
while the adults sat together. They talked to each other as they dined on soup,
salad, pasta, and bread-sticks. The friends had fun telling old stories about
their time in the service or elementary school. For dessert, they ate dolicini;
consisting of either chocolate mousse cake, raspberry cake, and tiramisu. The
huge family had an amazing time together.
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Bucky and Steve was having alone time. Ryan was spending the night with her
sister and her husband. Steve cuddled into Bucky's lap, enjoying the affection
from his husband.
"I'm ready to be home with you," Bucky smiled. He was a bit homesick for
Brooklyn.
"I feel the same. Nothing replaces home." Steve replied.
"I agree, we should enjoy what time we have here." Bucky smiled. Then he
slipped his hand under Steve's shirt and kissed him softly. He picked him up,
kissing him as he pushed him into the bed sheets. They quickly stripped off
their clothes before coming close and kissing sweetly.
A moment later, Bucky grabbed the lube from under his pillow and slicked his
fingers. He kissed Steve hard as he prepped him. After thoroughly prepping him,
Bucky slicked himself and pushed in slowly.
They took their time, making love slowly. Steve panted in Bucky's ear, screwing
his eyes shut as he felt the pleasure spread through him.
"Right there, baby. I'm so close." Bucky smirked.
"Let go, kitten." Steve gasped and arched his back, coming on his stomach.
Bucky came inside of Steve. As they came down from their highs, he nestled his
face into the blond's sweaty neck, panting hard. Steve turned his head, kissing
him softly. He smiled, seeing Bucky slowly drift off. Maybe, he could clean up
later. He soon followed his husband in slumber.
***** Epilogue *****
Chapter Summary
     The detectives return to Brooklyn.
Chapter Notes
     Here's the epilogue. RtAA will be updated next.
Derek, Bucky, Steve, and the teens got off the plane. They retrieved their bags
from the baggage claim and got the car out of the lot. When they got back to
their apartment, they hugged Rose, Danielle, Malia, and their parents.
"Home sweet home," Stiles sighed, plopping down on the couch.
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The pack caught up on their lives. They went back to the community center and
picked up minor cases.
"Danielle, Liam, Boyd, Erica, and Brett helped us out," Skye said.
"Malia and I had no cases at one point, so we were closed for a day." she
finished. Derek smiled,
"Thanks for taking on the case load. Junior was cleared of all charges, and a
serial rapist is gone." he responded. Malia shook her head.
"It was nothing."
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Dylan and Bronwen reopened their cafe. They called all of their employees;
Clint, Heather, Shikamaru, Shino, and Hinata in.
"My real name is Bronwen, my last name was Lennox before I married Dylan here.
I left my home when I was a teenager. I ran away from an awful family and my
near rapist." she admitted.
"Now, that he is gone, I will use my real first name, and my sister will come
by." she finished.
"Nice to meet you, Bronwen. We've got your back no matter what." Shino smiled.
"Okay, guys! We've got to plan the July treats. We are back in business!" Dylan
grinned.
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Boyd and Erica went on a double date with Brett and Liam to a pizza place. They
ordered a large pepperoni Brooklyn-style pie.
"You couldn't get these back in Georgia." Erica chewed.
"This is so good!" Brett declared as he fed another slice to Liam, making the
younger boy blush. They had fun eating the pizza and talked about what Georgia
was like according to the girls. After tipping the waitress and paying for the
pie, they went home to spend more time separately.
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Bucky spooned behind Steve. His arms wrapped around his husband's narrow waist.
He'd felt so much more relaxed now that they were back in their own home.
"I liked being with the guys again, but Brooklyn has it's charm." he commented.
Steve smiled and looked over his shoulder.
"Maybe, they can come up here to visit." Steve said.
"Maybe, we'll have a brownstone of our own then." he finished. Bucky smiled and
kissed his temple.
"I like the sound of that."
Derek and Stiles were in the living room of the penthouse. Derek's head was on
Stiles' thigh, looking up at him. Everyone had went out to catch a movie, but
the couple stayed home. Stiles smiled softly,
"You know I never thought about how much we did whenever we solved a case.
Think about it, not only did we exonerate an innocent man, we got a sociopathic
serial rapist off the streets and reunited a family."
"Now that you mention it, you're right. We and the others make a difference."
Derek replied. He sat up to kiss Stiles before smiling and looking in his eyes.
He pulled him in for a warm embrace. Their work had helped many people expose
the truth and get answers. Together, they could do much more.
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