City of Angels

This is just to keep a note of all the chapter's I've posted about my soul siblings Murphy and Cassie (My OC)

Story 1, (Cassie and Murphy meet); https://www.tumblr.com/ciityofangelss/794408043276304384/mechanic-and-the-delinquent-the-100-original?source=share

Story 2 (Cassie finds out about the 100); https://www.tumblr.com/ciityofangelss/794758755254435840/the-mechanic-and-the-delinquent-the-100-original?source=share

Story 3 (Cassie and Murphy reuinite on earth) https://www.tumblr.com/ciityofangelss/795065426040209408/the-mechanic-and-the-delinquent-3?source=share

Story 4 (Cassie and Murphy fight) https://www.tumblr.com/ciityofangelss/795155661497532416/the-mechanic-and-the-delinquent-the-100-original?source=share

Story 5 (Cassie's first night at camp) https://www.tumblr.com/ciityofangelss/795595861690384384/the-mechanic-and-the-delinquent-5100-i-lied?source=share

Story 6 (Cassie is kidnapped by grounders) https://www.tumblr.com/ciityofangelss/795687751364263936/the-mechanic-and-the-delinquent-6100-a-100?source=share

Story 7 (Cassie escapes and Raven finds out about the radio) https://www.tumblr.com/ciityofangelss/799375325215784960/the-mechanic-and-the-delinquent-7100?source=share

Story 8 (Murphy's return) https://www.tumblr.com/ciityofangelss/807435587754852352/8100-the-mechanic-the-delinquent?source=share

Story 9 (Post Mt weather attack) https://www.tumblr.com/ciityofangelss/813871496226291712/9100-the-mechanic-the-delinquent-aftermath?source=share Story 10: (Jaha Gets A Mouthful) https://www.tumblr.com/ciityofangelss/815323355288928256/10100-jaha-gets-a-mouthful?source=share

Story 11: (Murphy and Cassie find each other again) https://www.tumblr.com/ciityofangelss/815323479936204800/story-11-murphy-and-cassie-find-eachother?source=share

Murphy and Cassie caught up. Talked about the hell and back they endured while being apart from one another, it was comforting to have each other again, even if the unpredictable world could literally sweep them off into something else devastating at some point in the not so distant future. Murphy didn’t let her hand go, his thumb brushed her knuckle over and over, feeling every scar and new mark on her calloused skin. Cassie did feel absolutely rancid, her clothes were dirty with dirt, mud and whatever fluid decided to stain her body but she was alive and reunited with her favourite person. She had a lot of bones to pick with people but they could wait.

'How did you make it back? I thought you were dead.' Cassie said in a tight voice.

'I escaped after those wierdos in suits invaded the ship. Kept my head low and while grounders did leave me for dead I found my way back. I found Raven in a state.' He explained.

'Suits?' She asked in confusion. Picturing a suit and tie ordeal.

'Like they looked like space suits but wearing these masks that looked like filters for whatever.'

Cassie recognised what Murphy was referencing and that was a gas mask, they were very commonly used in the workshop to prevent inhalation of harmful chemicals and gas that could be poisonous or detrimental if inhaled. But then she was confused as to why people on earth need them.

'Wait what were they doing?' Cassie slowly fit the pieces together.

'They were trying to save the campmates I guess. They took everyone besides Raven, Bellamy and Finn.'

Cassie's eyes widened in horror.

'Everyone?'

'Yeah why?' Murphy asked nonchalant and confused.

Cassie lifted herself out of bed and gasped, still in pain.

'We have to find them. I think they've been kidnapped.'

Murphys eyes widened. He didn't want to believe it. He felt foolish that he hadn't recognised that they went missing. They certainly hadn't returned to camp Jaha after everything and he stumbled upon Raven and Finn who were already at home and seemed like they were for a while, waiting for the others. Cassie while trying to get herself up leaned against the medical side station table which then collapsed underneath her and dropping her to the ground. She yelped, groaning in pain. That was going to leave an extra bruise. Murphy jumped to her side and lifted her back onto the bed.

'Nope, you shouldn't be going anywhere, not in this state.' Murphy tutted.

Cassie grimaced. But he was right. She hated when he was right.

A moment later, Abby then walked back into the tent after hearing the crash. The young girls eyes widened. It was the first time she had seen her since being drugged and thrown in isolation after finding out about those sent to earth. Her heart beat faster, a sense of dread but relief overcame her. After everything she still felt herself walking to Abby and wrapping her arms round her, giving no warning for the strength in that grip. Abby didn’t know what to think seeing Cassie. But she understood the pain of losing your loved one, especially with not even being sure that Clarke was still alive so the welcoming embrace of Cassie was actually quite lovely. Abby followed the hug by wrapping her arms round her and giving her a forehead kiss.

'Hey kiddo.' Abby sighed.

Later Cassie sat outside with Murphy drinking their beverages while Cassie had her hand bandaged at a bench. She was relieved to see the world again, being in the walls made her feel safer. Observing around her, she saw many campmates of all heights and genders and even some of the youngsters who seemed to of escaped the mountain people. Cassie while shameless enjoyed people watching these days, she learned you could never be too careful anymore. Her reuniting with Abby while bittersweet, she had no bad feelings anymore. Jaha is now who her anger is placed on because he pulled the plans in place for this to happen.

A moment later we were joined by Finn. He looked a bit tidier and well fed but he looked hollow. Like something has got him mentally torn to shreds with little room for reason.

'Drink?' Murphy offered.

Finn said nothing.

'Alright, suit yourself.' He smirked.

Cassie kicked him under the table. She picked up on the vibe before Murphy even tried to read any social cue that he maybe should have been a bit kinder with his phrasing.

'Why are you here?' Finn asks with bitter taste in his tone.

'Just found my way here.' Murphy replied.

Cassie knew it was inevitable that either a fight or some form of dig at Murph was inevitable. Finn may of prided himself on being a peacekeeper but it's looking like Clarke's disappearance has flipped a switch. She never liked the guy, especially after deciding he wanted to move on to the next thing almost immediately after being sent to earth. But then again if the idea of never seeing each other again is so heart wrenching I could see the idea of moving on so fast as an option for security, Raven and Bellamy fucked after she was heartbroken about Finn breaking up with her. But Cassie also feels like she couldn't talk cause she never experienced love in that way. Sometimes she did wonder if he affection for Murphy was more than surface level. She never thought to test the waters.

'The fucking grounders got her, they have to.' Finn spat with a venomous tone.

'Whoa whoa whoa. Hold up cowboy we ain't going anywhere.' Murphy tried to intervene.

'Of course you don't care for finding them.' Finn deflected.

'Hey that's not entirely true. He's the reason Raven is back safe.' Cassie stepped in.

Finn stopped. 'She's here?'

'Yes. He found her and kept her company until we were found by Jaha's group.'

So it's been a year since I welcomed Murphy as a character in my life. I felt so seen. I grew up undiagnosed autistic, feeling like a black sheep amongst my peers. Constantly dealing with unwanted trauma, a job that demanded a lot from me and just feeling like I was falling apart. Then I was recommended the 100 by a friend. I hated TV shows and Sci-fi, not my thing at all so I went in very low expectations. But I was blown away by a silly lil guy called John Murphy.

I never felt so seen by a character. His attitude towards others building up from trauma and a upbringing where he felt rejected and threatened. His drive to survive out of spite until he met Emori. John Murphy is a character I found myself in, a soul character.

I dealt with a lot Murphy did in the show and it felt like I was unpacking the turmoil I didn't realise I still had all this time and seeing him change and grow into the person he is by the time season 7 ends brings me hope that I too can find that happiness and peace Murphy did. If the cockroach can love and be loved, so can I.

Thankyou John Murphy and Thankyou Richard Harmon for portraying this character in the most perfect way.

Here's a couple of photos of my Murphy love in real life, crochet doll was made by my friend Mars.

It was a miracle that Abby and Kane found both Murphy and Raven at the bunker and they were able to get them both to safety. While Murphy's welcome back to camp wasn't a warm one by any means, the safety behind the fences was a nice change that deviated the constant need to be on the run. Raven was getting medical help while Murphy spent most of his evenings and days among the others, keeping his head down and avoiding conversation. But his mind wandered. He was surprised Cassie wasn't at camp, that she hadn't been able to find this place before he did for a change. He could only pray for her safe arrival whenever that would be. In the meantime he was going to avoid everyone and stay isolated even if Abby found herself trying to get him to open up and warm up to his new camp life.

One morning though he found himself awake early, the sound of many flustered people. Not registering anything they said until the words 'young girl found, brunette with a green jacket.' Murphy shot up.

'Cassie!' He gasped under his breath before he rushed out the door.

He was blinded by the daytime sun but his eyes adjusted to the field ahead. Two medics were hovering over her, Abby alongside them, overseeing. Without even processing Murphy started running in a panic. He was abruptly stopped by a man in armour.

'Get back.' the guard commanded.

Murphy felt helpless, all he could do was watch. Her friends lifeless body, covered in bruises and bloody from whatever happened. He forgot about their fight, he forgot about their beef. He only wanted to know she was ok. Or alive. Cassie's hair was a mess, her silly little braids she has unkept and loosened, her eyes closed but her face crumpled in pain, brows furrowed and her lips quivering. She looked worse than she ever had from what Murphy would see of her in their time together on the ship or on earth. He couldn't stand by, he barged through and past the guard. The guard screamed after him but Abby stopped him from acting further, allowing Murphy to come closer.

'Please let me help. She's my friend.' He begged. His eyes twinkled with tears.

Abby knew how much Cassie loved Murphy so she didn't argue. She understood the impact Murphy being sent to earth had on her and how distraught she was for weeks after. Abby hadn't realised how much he genuinely felt the same for her. Almost in emotional distress seeing how both of them mirrored each other. Apart from their appearance, they really could of passed for being family. Murphy with all his strength picked Cassie up, while he was weak from being malnourished and his recent wounds, none of that mattered. He fought the pain and bridal carried her inside the medical tent. Pacing quickly trying to get inside. Laying her down on the medical bed, Abby and the medics followed.

'Thankyou Murphy. I will need you to wait to the side for now just while we address whatever's wrong.' Abby explained.

Murphy agreed, worry in his expression. Sitting in the corner of the tent while they watched everyone made a fuss of Cassie. He didn't understand a single thing that was happening and his stress made him feel ill. But when she was finally stable Abby had woken him up from whatever half daydream he was experiencing.

'She'll be ok.' Abby smiled in a motherly way, something Murphy was not familiar with at all.

Abby left the tent and in her absence he moved closer to Cassie's bed. A small stool accompanying her bedside. He felt a wave of relief as he sat down. Finally allowing himself to feel the overwhelm of the last few hours. Murphy started to cry. Tears falling painfully slowly as the pain of his negligence of Cassie had potentially made things turn out this way. If he hadn't screamed at her, maybe she wouldn't of cast him out and felt betrayed enough to flee. She at least looked peaceful now at least. He led his head down while he reached his hand to hers. Her palms felt rough, fingertips calloused and bruised.

'Oh Cassie, I'm so sorry I did this to you. I'm a terrible brother to you.' He poured out loud, under his breath as if a whisper.

He sobbed gently into his arm until he fell asleep.

Few hours later -

Cassie's head throbbed with what felt like a thunderclap as she stirred. She became aware of being inside somewhere that wasn't amongst a gang of grounders who were mercilessly trying to gain information from her. All she remembered is being trampled by a horse before a gang of soldiers swooped in. She twitched her hand and saw Murphy at her bedside, she almost couldn't believe it. He was ok. And within this tent. He stirred at her awakening and his eyes widened into a concerned but happy young boy.

'Cass!' He cried and enveloped her in his arms.

'Ow Murphy, careful'. She giggled.

He apologised immediately and backed off. 'I thought you were done for.'

All the anger from the last few days started to boil over, like a cauldron brewing with witches concoction. Cassie seeing the face of the man she despises and in her irrational mind is to blame everything going to shit on the earth amongst the 100. If he hadn't sent them on a death mission she wouldn't of lost her best friend and wouldn't of had to risk being floated like Abby would have been because she helped them get her and Raven down to earth. And oh she let him have it. That smile that’s usually filled with determination and hope pissed her off to no end.

'What the fuck are you doing here? Didn’t the ark die with you?' She snarked

'Fortunately not, I made it down through a miracle.' He replied continuing to smile.

'Thought the captain goes down with his ship, or are you too full of pride and ego disguised as goodness that you made yourself the priority.' Cassie bit back.

Jaha's smile did drop. He knew where her sass came from and given if she was any younger she would have been amongst those also in social isolation but she never did anything that would cause an arrest or being floated due to her age. Also aware of her connection to Murphy, Jaha knew he was dealing with a very troubled young girl who believes her parental figure was killed alongside the parents that she lost when she was just 17 for reasons even she doesn't understand. Cassie stood stiffened with her hands clenched at her sides, seeing him again brought so much distress she refused to let on, embracing her brothers stubbornness and anger in order to appear calm on the surface but all it would take is one snide remark disguised as positivity for her to break her demeanour.

'I don't know what you want man but I have no desire to be nice to you after the shit you pulled. Especially since it almost resulted in your assassination by a certain Bellamy Blake. That gives you any idea how I feel about this whole '100' experiment.' Cassie spat at him.

'I understand how you feel Cassandra…please just listen'

Cassie didn't let him finish. Her right fist collided with the side of Jaha's face and almost his nose if he hadn’t recoiled.

'That's not my name shithead.' She could of said worse.

'You want to be so self-righteous because it's better than whatever the fuck is going on to deal with the guilt of being responsible for so many deaths. So don't you dare say you understand because it's a fucking lie.'

Usually Cassie isn't so vulgar but the stress she had been going through these last few weeks and then not only losing her friends but Murphy too. It had all become too much on her and she was beginning to crack. She believed death was better than whatever emotions she was forced to sit with from betrayal, heartbreak and stress. While she didn't agree with Clarkes leadership, she knew she was level headed enough to get through whatever was going on. But knowing Raven was also missing filled her with dread and worry. Especially cause Murphy's dumb antics resulted in her getting gravely injured.

'Can you at least take me wherever you guys have camp?' Jaha asked politely.

Condescending prick Cassie thought to herself.

'That's the fucking problem. We have nowhere. The grounders and us got into a fight and then a mysterious group swept in and now everyone's gone.'

Given her anger, Cassie could see concern on Jaha's face, as if he was finally having a realisation that what he created had felt and maybe a linger of 'I have something to fix'. He finally realised the weight of his failures for the kids and now he needed to act to get them back.

'Well we'd be better together don't you think? To find survivors.'

'Who? Everyone is dead…' and then she realised. 'Survivors?'

Jaha then explained how a group on the ship found a way to get down to earth. And how Abby and Kane are both on Earth hoping to seek out the kids but they never found them before shit went down.

'Abby is alive?' Cassie gasped. Shocked at the revelation given everything she did to get both Raven and her back down onto the planet. All for Clarke.

'She is. I started to understand that what I was running was not fair. I've done too much harm to others and now I must start again and atone for my actions.'

Cassie would of given in to his speech if she wasn't still feeling pent up. 'Fine. But I'm not going to be nice to you now you've started understanding the shit you did against our people not ok.'

'I'm not expecting you too Cass. All I ask is for your patience while we get to safety. Then you can be as hateful to me as you like.' Jaha asks with kindness in his voice.

'Fine.' She agrees reluctantly.

The unlikely pair then decide to move forward into the clearing in search for the Ark survivors.

Back to Murphy -