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Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU - Ghosts
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 32/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | 
Nineteen | Twenty | Twenty-One | Twenty-Two | Twenty-Three | Twenty-Four | 
Twenty-Five | Twenty-Six | Twenty-Seven | Twenty-Eight | Twenty-Nine | Thirty | Thirty-One |

Hey guys!

So this last chapter is really just extras from the story, like what Stiles' tattoos looked like, the scars on his back, the girls dresses, and even some of the post cards that Stiles sent Scott throughout the year while he was gone and the different playlists for each story in the series.

Also if you have any questions about the series, the characters, or what's to come this is the place to ask! Anyway I won't bore you with more words check out the extras below!

Stiles' first tattoo is of the tree with his name, Scott’s name, and Allison’s name in tiny print in the roots -- the tattoo is on his right shoulder blade and extends slightly down his arm.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 31/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 31/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | 
Nineteen | Twenty | Twenty-One | Twenty-Two | Twenty-Three | Twenty-Four | 
Twenty-Five | Twenty-Six | Twenty-Seven | Twenty-Eight | Twenty-Nine | Thirty |

Epilogue

Something was wrong.

It was his first thought upon waking up from a very vivid dream about wolves. Actual wolves. They had been everywhere, and several of them were hurt, dying. It made him think of the wolf pack in Alaska, but he couldn’t imagine why a dream would leave him that shaken, beads of sweat on his forehead. He swallowed heavily, sitting up in bed as his heart beat quickly against his chest.

Something was wrong. He closed his eyes, feeling out with his senses and letting his presence touch every single member of the pack. Everyone was all right. The only one who wasn’t sleeping seemed to be Derek. When did Derek sleep? He wondered tiredly. He rubbed a hand over his face and crawled out of bed.

Stiles made his way down the hall, pausing outside of his dad and Melissa’s room, grimacing and then opening the door just a crack until he could hear both of them breathing -- steady and even. Also fine. Feeling uneasy, he started back to his bedroom, but paused in the hallway before making his way to Scott’s room instead.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 30/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 30/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | 
Nineteen | Twenty | Twenty-One | Twenty-Two | Twenty-Three | Twenty-Four | 
Twenty-Five | Twenty-Six | Twenty-Seven | Twenty-Eight | Twenty-Nine |

Chapter 30

Michael leaned back in his seat one hand going to his stomach as Scott and Isaac worked on getting the dishes of the table and into the dishwasher. “That dinner was amazing,” he commented glancing over at Melissa who was pulling dessert out of the refrigerator. It was the first time in a few days that they were all together for dinner and Michael was planning on taking advantage of the opportunity.

His gaze shifted to his son, who sat across from him and he smiled. “You were gone for a while today, where did you go?” He asked conversationally.

Stiles glanced up, leaning back in his chair as he looked at his dad. “Oh. I was with Lydia.”

Isaac looked over at him and then at Sheriff Stilinski. “And I spent the day with Cora and Derek,” he announced.

Michael grinned and glanced between Stiles and Isaac, “And by spending the day with Cora and Derek you mean you spent time with Cora while Derek babysat you,” he said amused.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 29/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 29/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | 
Nineteen | Twenty | Twenty-One | Twenty-Two | Twenty-Three | Twenty-Four | 
Twenty-Five | Twenty-Six | Twenty-Seven | Twenty-Eight |

Chapter 29

Lydia held the Russian for beginner’s book in her hand, her back resting against Derek’s side as she stretched out on the couch. It was early afternoon and she’d called the Stilinski house twice when she couldn’t get a hold of Stiles or Scott earlier in the morning. They’d called and texted yesterday to let her know Stiles was okay and everything was fine.

When she talked to Stiles last he said he’d call her and let her know what time he’d be stopping by, but she hadn’t heard from him yet. Then again her cell phone was all the way upstairs, and she would go and get it, but she was still feeling a bit tired and there were a lot of stairs.

Lydia sighed and shook herself from her thoughts focusing on her book as she learned the basics of the language so she could have a stepping stone to intermediate Russian.

She could feel eyes on her and she tilted her head to the side, but didn’t look away from her book. “What?”

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 28/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 28/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | 
Nineteen | Twenty | Twenty-One | Twenty-Two | Twenty-Three | Twenty-Four | 
Twenty-Five | Twenty-Six | Twenty-Seven |

Chapter 28

Lydia’s eyes fluttered open, a dark span of sky stretched out before her, stars glittering across it. She blinked once, then twice before awareness of her surroundings hit her. Her hands curled in the blades of grass beside her and she frowned. Lydia pushed herself up into a sitting position. She frowned and stood up slowly glancing around the empty preserve.

Lydia was confused. She took a step forward, the black material of her dress ruffling and shifting with her movements. She took another step and then her movements halted as the past few hours came rushing back into her. Lydia pressed a palm against her stomach. “Oh god,” she whispered, “I’m dead.” The words left her mouth in a rush as she glanced around trying to figure out if this was where people went when they died...If she’d be stuck in the woods forever.

“I’d say join the club, but…” Allison’s voice was quiet as the brunette came up to stand beside her, reaching out and gripping onto her hand. “It’s not a club I wanted you to be part of yet.”

Lydia turned her head, her eyes widening a little at the sight of Allison. Her grip tightened on Allison’s hand as she swallowed hard. “What is this place?” She asked, “Why am I here...in Bardo? Are you always here?...Is this where we go when,” Lydia’s words trailed off, her chest tight.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 27/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 27/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | 
Nineteen |Twenty |Twenty-One |Twenty-Two |Twenty-Three | Twenty-Four |Twenty-Five |Twenty-Six |

Chapter 27

Lydia chuckled as she watched Isaac and Cora on the dance floor, biting her lip to keep from laughing. “This is really happening right? I’m not imagining things?” She asked glancing between Derek, Scott, and Kira.

Scott grinned, “Oh no, it’s definitely happening and I’m getting photographic evidence,” he said as he took out his cell phone. He held it out and snapped a few pictures as Kira giggled.

Lydia shook her head, “I’m going to grab a drink, anyone want anything?” She asked standing and then faltering slightly as a rush of dizziness filling her making her body pitch forward. She caught herself on the chair and frowned. What the hell?

“Hey, you okay?” Derek frowned, putting a hand on her arm to steady her. He rose to his feet, too, looking worried.

Lydia was quiet for a second her vision blurring. She felt her body growing tired for a minute and then it passed. The dizziness was gone and she felt completely fine. Her brows drew together as she glanced at Derek, “Yeah, I’m okay. That was strange.” she commented, “I got a little dizzy for a minute, but I’m fine now.” She assured him.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 26/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 26/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | 
Nineteen |Twenty |Twenty-One |Twenty-Two |Twenty-Three | Twenty-Four |Twenty-Five |

Chapter 27

Isaac stood in front of the mirror and frowned as he attempted to tie his tie again. He hated these things. The only time he’d ever worn a tie was when someone had died. He swallowed hard and watched himself in the mirror as he gripped the fabric again and started over. He worked slowly folding each piece of the other until the knot was tied and yet it was still lopsided.

He grunted, “Good enough,” for the moment at least, he added silently. He stepped away from the mirror and grabbed the jacket of his deep blue suit moving out of the room and towards Scott’s room, knocking before pushing the door open. “Please tell me you guys are holding up better in here than I am. My tie hates me.” He said as he ran a hand through his unruly hair and plopped down on Scott’s bed, tossing his suit jacket aside.

Stiles turned around when the door opened and grinned a little. He’d been feeling Isaac’s frustration for the last fifteen minutes and he’d started wondering how long it was going to take the guy to come in and ask for help with his tie. He cleared his throat, looking over at Scott with faint amusement as he remembered the first time they’d had to dress up for a school dance, and how the tie thing had befuddled both of them. His mom had taught them how to tie a tie but Scott still struggled with it too.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 24/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 24/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | 
Nineteen |Twenty |Twenty-One |Twenty-Two |Twenty-Three |

Chapter 25

Scott sat on the couch in Derek’s living room, hair wet as he flipped through another page in the large text that Stiles had left on the couch. His best friend was taking his turn in the shower, while Ethan, Aiden, and Peter made a food run. It was just after two o'clock and Scott was exhausted. He glanced to his left and spotted Kira curled up on the other end of the couch napping. A soft smile pulled at his lips.

Kira was beautiful normally, but she was especially beautiful when she slept. Scott shook his head and focused on the book again. At least things were quiet for the moment, which helped with the research. Derek and Lydia were outside on the balcony, the older werewolf had dragged a table out their earlier to give people more places to go.

He was pretty sure they were working on something to do with her banshee abilities, but he couldn’t be positive. Isaac and Cora had gone to meet Chris to get some of the new weapons he’d molded together with iron and Malia was around. She’d been pacing back and forth for a while pausing near the balcony doors every so often and glancing out at Derek and Lydia. It was actually kind of distracting.

Scott shook his head and glanced back down at the book. This was the second to last chapter that Lydia had translated and if they didn’t find anything in this or the next one she was going to have to translate the next batch of chapters, but Scott was hoping it didn’t come to that. His gaze traveled over the page an eyebrow arching when he spotted something about ritualistic ingredients. He turned the page and paused when a loud sigh came from the other end of the room.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 23/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 23/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | 
Nineteen |Twenty |Twenty-One |Twenty-Two |

Chapter 23

Melissa looked around as she descended the stairs. Scott and Isaac were sitting in the kitchen at the table, talking quietly with Kira, while Stiles sat in the far corner of the living room, alone, with a book in his hands. It had been a year today since Allison had died. They’d all gone to the cemetery earlier and she and Michael were fixing a nice early dinner for everyone as a sort of informal memorial service. It was the least they could do.

She’d spent the day watching the interaction between the various members of her son’s pack. It seemed to have improved since Thanksgiving a bit, though there was still obvious tension that seemed to mostly surround Stiles, Lydia and Derek. She noticed that Kira tended to hang around the background of the group, and that surprisingly, Stiles did too, unless he was interacting with Scott or occasionally Cora or Isaac.

Once upon a time, she remembered how it was just Stiles and Scott, running around, playing and getting into trouble together. Their circle had expanded a great deal since they were younger. She wanted to help because she knew there was a lot that needed to be worked through, but she didn’t really know what to do. She sighed softly, looking over her shoulder as Michael descended the stairs behind her.

Michael adjusted his shirt finally comfortable now that he was out of his fancier clothes. He stepped off the last stair and glanced at Melissa whose eyes were on the kids in the other room. He could practically see the thoughts buzzing around her head. Michael came up behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist, pressing a light kiss to her shoulder. “Tell me what’s going through that head of yours,” he requested softly as his gaze darted to his son alone in the living room, a slight frown filling his face.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 22/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 22/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | 
Nineteen |Twenty |Twenty-One |

Chapter 22

The air was cold and the light material of her dress did nothing to fight the chill in the dark, damp tunnels. Her hands curled around the bars of the door as she tried to block out the voices swimming through her head. Her cheeks were slick with tears and she pulled at the bars harder a shiver running down her spine as voices taunted her in her head.

Lydia closed her eyes, her breathing shaky. This couldn't be happening again. It wasn't real. Her stomach was filled with knots as she felt his body behind her, cold hands gripping her hair as he pressed his cheek against hers. Lydia shivered gripping tighter to the bars a small noise leaving her throat. And then his hands were gone and when her eyes flew open she was alone in the small room beneath Eichen house. The sound of pounding footsteps making her frown. She spotted Scott and Stiles and fear slammed into her. It was happening again. They were coming to save her instead of listening to what she was telling them. Lydia stepped forward, telling them to get back upstairs to save Allison, but it was like they didn't even hear her.

Lydia’s heart slammed against her chest and she pushed past Scott and Stiles running up the stairs and heading for the hallway. But it was endless. She stopped, trying to catch her breath and when she did, Stiles was calling out to her. Lydia whipped her head around and watched as he stumbled down the tunnel. She reached for him automatically helping him as he fell to the ground.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 21/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 21/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | Nineteen |Twenty |

Chapter 21

“Annnd I just lost my appetite,” Stiles said wryly, rolling his eyes.

Isaac smirked, folding his arms across his chest. At least if Peter got too annoying Stiles could do his emissary mind trick and shut him down.

Peter rolled his eyes before glancing at Stiles. “It’s nice to see you not throwing up creepy versions of yourself,” he commented with a smirk, “I guess it’s safe to assume you’re fox-less,” his gaze shifted to Lydia. “Well if it isn’t my favorite Banshee.” he said with a grin.

Stiles’ jaw tensed at both remarks and it took every ounce of willpower he had not to tell Peter exactly where he could go already. He sent him a glare, instead.

Lydia shot Peter a glare before glancing at Stiles with a frown. She ran a hand down Stiles’ arm trying to calm the irritation she could feel building inside of him.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 20/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 20/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen | Sixteen | Seventeen | Eighteen | Nineteen |

Chapter 20

Stiles could tell something was on his best friend’s mind. Something that he wasn’t saying. Something he was holding back. He knew because he’d known Scott since they were five and Scott’s poker face was seriously lacking. He wasn’t sure, to this day, how his friend had managed to keep the fact that he was a werewolf a secret as long as he had, from his mom and Allison.

But maybe it was just because he knew Scott as well as he did, that Stiles knew when something was up. The same way Scott tended to know when something was up with Stiles. They’d always functioned on the same wavelength for as long as he could remember, had always been in sync, even if they disagreed about things. They just understood each other on a level that most people couldn’t and didn’t.

Maybe it had been growing up with dads who both struggled with alcohol problems even though Stiles’ dad had never been the least bit abusive emotionally or any other way. Maybe it was dealing with the loss of a parent -- even if the losses were different. Maybe they were just destined to meet and become the best of friends the world had ever seen (in his mind anyway).

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 19/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 19/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen |Sixteen | Seventeen |Eighteen |

Chapter 19

His whole body hurt in a way it hadn’t in a long time, but his stomach and his side felt like they were on actual fire. The rest of him just felt cold, like he’d fallen asleep in the dead of winter in Alaska. His body shook, but it was what woke him, slowly, a little at a time, fingers flexing against someone else’s hand and his eyebrows furrowed. He didn’t remember going to bed with anyone else.

He didn’t remember going to bed at all, for that matter. He let out a breath, turning his head toward the very faint light filtering through window blinds. It was either getting late, or it was really early. He wasn’t sure which, and his eyelids still felt too heavy to move yet.

The last time he’d woken like this, it had been to one severely upset young Hale wolf. His mind skittered from Colombia to the way he’d woken after being possessed by the Nogitsune for weeks and decided that this didn’t feel quite as bad as either of those, even if it wasn’t pleasant. A soft groan escaped him as he instinctively tried to push himself into a sitting position.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 18/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 18/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen |Sixteen |>Seventeen |

Chapter 18

Scott bent down picking up a broken branch and inhaling deeply as his eyes flashed red. He straightened up and stepped forward using his eyes to take in the surrounding area. He didn’t see much and that bothered him. He could smell blood and he knew they’d found the body close. Scott wasn’t entirely sure what he was looking for, but he was really hoping something turned up, at this point anything.

This was the fifth body so far and he was desperately tired of dealing with all of this death around them. He stepped forward making his way closer to the nemeton. He knew it wasn’t far away and this time the body had been found nearly on top of it. He sighed. Someone was trying to give it more power, trying to bring more evil to the town and Scott needed to stop whoever it was as fast as he could.

Stiles stuck close to Lydia’s side as they made their way through the preserve, a tire iron in his hand as they walked, his gaze scanning everywhere around them. He could feel the evil out there, and the hair on the back of his neck stood on end. He pressed the flashlight into Lydia’s hand despite the broad daylight, sun streaming down through the tree branches, and his grip tightened on the tire iron as they walked down the path toward the nemeton.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 17/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 17/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen |Sixteen |

Chapter 17

Lydia glanced at Stiles and reached out motioning for him to lead the way.

Stiles drew in a breath, leading the way to the door and pulling it open for her silently, and then following her outside into the corridor as they headed for the stairs. “Everything okay?” he asked softly.

Lydia glanced at him and smiled, “Yeah...you? I felt,” she paused, “Something was weird last night.” She told him as her hand tightened around the strap of her bag.

“Weird?” Stiles echoed with uncertainty. That could mean a lot of things, really. He was making conscious efforts not to shut himself down when it came to his own emotions, thus in turn keeping their connection open. But he wasn’t really sure what she meant by weird.

She reached out when she spoke unconsciously touching his arm. “Fluctuating. You were feeling a lot of things at once,” Lydia explained. “I just wasn’t sure if something happened or if that’s just normal for you.”

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 16/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 16/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: | One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten |
Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen | Fifteen |

Chapter Fifteen

Scott dried his hands on the towel and then wiped his mouth. He and Stiles had gotten home close to a half hour ago and his friend had been weird the entire drive home. He tossed the towel in the hamper and then made his way out of the bathroom and back towards the bedroom in a pair of boxers and a t-shirt.

Scott walked into the room and arched an eyebrow at Stiles who was lying on the bed still fully clothed staring at the ceiling in the same spot since he’d left to go shower. “Alright dude, seriously what is going on with you?” He asked as he walked further into the room.

Stiles really wanted things to go back to the way they’d once been with him and Scott. His friendship with Scott had been the most stable thing in his entire life. And the guy knew most of his secrets now anyway. But this one...this one crossed so many personal lines for not just him, but also for Lydia. For Derek. He couldn’t help but think he’d done nothing but make things worse for the pack since his arrival back in town.

But he wasn’t going to keep this from his best friend. He also wasn’t, however, going to look at him when he broke the news. He was a bit of a coward sometimes. He draped an arm over his eyes. “I slept with Lydia.”

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 15/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 15/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: |  One | Two |  Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten | Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen | Fourteen |

Chapter 15

Isaac was shifting restlessly on the couch, waiting for the last two members of Scott’s pack to arrive so they could start the meeting. He sort of didn’t like being in the loop because he wasn’t the world’s greatest liar and Cora kept side-eying him like she knew he knew something, which he did. He had to hand it to her; she was doing a good job of repressing her questions, though. Self-restraint wasn’t usually her best quality.

He shot a glance over at Scott, drumming his fingers on his knee.

“They’ll be here soon,” Scott promised. At least he hoped they would everyone seemed to be getting a bit restless except for Derek who was sitting on the couch reading. He supposed the other man was used to waiting around for Lydia. Scott shook his head and glanced over at Ethan and Aiden who were sitting in the chairs across from Derek. They were both quiet, but it was easy to see Aiden was getting a bit annoyed though he was doing his best to hide it.

Scott glanced back at Isaac and Cora. He took a step towards them and cleared his throat. “Hey, did Peter ever get back to you?” He asked Cora.

Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here 14/32

Title: Drove Through Ghosts To Get Here
Fandom: Teen Wolf
Rating: NC-17
Authors: Sxymami0909 and Xtremeroswellia
Timeline: Takes place 1 year after the end of ‘Beyond The Sea’
Series: Post Finale AU
Pairings: Stiles/Lydia, Scott/Kira, Isaac Lahey, Sheriff Stilinski, Melissa McCall, Chris Argent, Derek Hale, Cora Hale, Aiden, Ethan, Danny, Braeden, Alan Deaton, Peter Hale, Malia Tate-Hale, mentions of Scott/Allison, mentions of Derek/Lydia, mentions of Stiles/Braeden
Part: 14/32
Summary: The one year anniversary of Allison's death is right around the corner just in time for a new threat to make it's way to Beacon Hills. With Lydia's banshee powers growing, and dead bodies piling up near the Nemeton, Scott and his pack need to work together to figure out who's behind the latest attacks and what knew evil is on the lose. Tension is mounting in the pack and relationships will be tested when an old ally returns to town with information that could help the pack. But can the pack trust their old friend or has the year passed hardened him to a point of no return?
Author's Note: This is a Stydia story, but it's a slow burn because a lot needs to be rebuilt and there are mentions of other couples and other friendships along the way. One year has passed between this story and 'Beyond the Sea'. You will get to see the missing year in a series of one-shots taking place between 'Beyond the Sea' and this story later on.
Previous Chapters: |  One | Two |  Three | Four | Five | Six | Seven | Eight | Nine | Ten | Eleven | Twelve | Thirteen |

Chapter Fourteen

Scott sat on his bed staring down at the book in his hands. His best friend had killed people...quite a few. But they were bad people. He was out there with Morell trying to keep the balance. Scott sighed and ran a hand through his hair. He didn’t hate Stiles. He could never hate Stiles that much was true. But at the same time he couldn’t exactly condone everything Stiles went around doing.

He understood the need for balance and the need to protect the people they loved. It was the reason they had killed Peter or tried to. Scott helped because Peter was trying to killing Allison and he was hurting his friends. Scott could get past that. He didn’t like it, but he understood the need to protect the people he loved.

If his friends and family were in danger or his pack was like now and he had too hurt someone to keep them safe...if there was no other way, he could probably do it. But Scott would always exhaust every other option first. But Scott didn’t understand seeking it out. Stiles hadn’t been protecting him or any of their friends when he’d killed these people. Sure, he’d probably been protecting other people...but he wasn’t sure he could understand killing someone for a person you barely knew.