Disclaimer: I don't own The Infernal Devices. Beware of fluff!

Charlotte woke in the middle of the night to a frightening scream, and as the head of the London Institute (and seeing as her husband had slept the through the disturbance) she found it her duty to investigate.
Being the motherly like person she is, Charlotte decided to check on the safety of her three charges before investigating the rest of the place she considered her home. She peered on Jessamine's room first. Nothing was unusual; everything was in place. Next she stopped by Jem's room and fear was evident in her eyes. Many times before had she found Jem in one of his spells around this hour. Expecting the worst, but hoping for the best Charlotte opened his door to find a peacefully sleeping silver headed boy. Relieved she shut the door and wished him sweet dreams. A few doors down was Will's room. The door was slightly ajar and candlelight along with hushed sounds came from within. Although Charlotte was not even sure if Will was in, she entered. To her surprise, Will was in his bed experiencing a fitful sleep. He looked as if he was trying to escape his sheets but he was unable. A thin sheet of sweat covered his face. Then he started screaming in his sleep. "Cecile... No... Ella, Ella!" Will awoke with a start with tears in his blue eyes. Charlotte slowly approached Will, as if to try to avoid disturbing him. "Will, are you alright?"
"Jem, is that you?"
"No Will, it is Charlotte."
"Go away"
"Will did you have a nightmare?"
"No" He responded rather quickly.
"Do you want to talk about it?"
"No" Charlotte was unsure what to do. She craved to comfort the boy who refuses to be loved but she also wanted to remove herself from the awkward situation. She chose to follow her heart.
Charlotte walked over towards Will's bed and sat down next to him. She pulled the boy into a warm embrace. At first Will was unbending, unsure how to react. After time he not only returned the hug but fell into it, enjoying the warmth provided to him on this cold night. The two eventually pulled apart and Charlotte could see the tension inside Will melt away. "You should go back to sleep Will."
"...I don't want to see it again"
"Do you want me to stay here until you fall asleep?" Although small, Charlotte was able to see the nod of approval Will have her. Not one to break her word, Charlotte sat by Will's side rubbing small circles into his back until he once again returned to the realm of dreams.

I know... its really cheesy, but I hope I made you smile! Reviews are appreciated!

~ Tree