That was the night Ana officially became a hound. Weeks passed after that night and week after week The Shield made monday night raw hell. They attack everyone and anyone. Forcing Hunters hand more and more. Ana and Dean teased the crowd with flirty banter and such feeding into the rumors that Seth help start. But nothing was really going on they just found it fun.

Sadly off screen things weren't so great. Ana pushed the guys away. She was pushing everyone away. She was getting lost in her head. The situation was taking a toll and she didn't want to admit it. She wanted to give up. But what she needed was closure. The boys didn't like it but they gave her space. They each took turns staying up at night because she has been having nightmares.

Standing alone in the gym Ana was facing a mirror listening to music completely zoned, lost in her head. She was reliving that night over and over again. The pain, the heart break, the betrayal. Betrayal from the both of them. She missed him but she didn't think they could ever be close again and that hurt her more.

A hand on her shoulder caused her to spin around ready to defend herself. Knowing how she is Dean caught her hand before she hit him. It hurt the first time he didn't want it to happen again.

"Dean?.. when did you get here?" Tears were in her eyes but she refused to let them fall.

"Darlin.. look at what your doing to yourself. You're standing alone in a gym at 3 in the morning staring at yourself in a mirror. You haven't slept properly in weeks. The guys are worried. God Ana i'm worried."

She didn't want to talk about this she started to walk away only for Dean to pull her back.

"You're not walking away. Not this time. I don't care if you have to scream, yell, punch, kick, or cry to get your feelings out but you are gonna talk to me." When Ana didn't say anything Dean started to get more frustrated. Him and the guys were tired. They were trying to be supportive but its affecting them as well.

"God dammit Ana! Quit being so stubborn and talk to me!"

"What do you want me to say Dean? I betrayed my best friend! I turned my back on him. On everything I believe in. I broke his heart and caused him pain. He's been with me through thick and thin and i threw him away like trash. How am I supposed to live with myself when i do that to a friend? I made it out to be his fault. But its mine. I did this and now i can't live with myself."

Tears were now falling down her face. Thats what was eating her up inside. She felt guilty. She didn't regret the choice but it was hard on her.

"Ana. You didn't turn your back on him. Real friends don't make you choose. They don't force your hand like that. He made it very clear he did not want us near you. He didn't want me near you. I saw the look on your face that night. You didn't make that choice on a whim. You made that choice with your heart. He treated you like trash. The first chance he got he put you down. He hit you where it hurt. If anyone was betrayed it was you. Don't blame yourself cause this is hurting us to."

Hugging Dean tight she started sobbing in his chest. She needed this. After weeks of refusing to show any emotion she was breaking. And this is the first part of her closure. Dean rubbed her back slightly swaying them to help her relax.

"I'm so sorry Dean…"

"Don't be sorry darlin. You just needed time. And someone to knock a little sense into the head of yours."

After she calmed down she yawned and rubbed her eyes. All the lack of sleep is hitting her and all she wanted was a bed. Dean grabbed her bag before wrapping an arm around her leading her to the elevator. On the ride up Ana was practically asleep on his side. Smiling slightly he picked her up making sure her head was resting on his chest.

When Dean walked into the room Roman and Seth were in the living room. They had heard Dean leave and wanted to make sure he came back safe. What they weren't expecting was to see him carrying in a tear stained Ana.

"What happened? Is she ok?" Roman and Seth asked worriedly.

"She should be. Just needs some sleep. I'll see you guys in a few hours."

Bidding them goodnight Dean went to Ana's room, gently laying her on her bed before removing her shoes and sweatshirt. After making sure she wouldn't be to hot he covered her up and plugged in her phone, turning off all the alarms so she could sleep in.

Scared she might have a nightmare tonight he pulled a chair into the room settling himself in it and closed his eyes. He wasn't going to invade her space. Thankfully the night was peaceful and everyone managed to get a full night's rest.

The boys had gotten up way before Ana woke up so they decided to hit the gym. Roman asked Dean what happened last night. When he finished the little story Seth had a smile on his face.

"What's got you happy two tone?"

"I think the lunatic has a crush on the huntress!"

Dean's eyes got huge while Roman nodded his head. "Don't be ridiculous asshole."

"No i think Seth is actually right this time. You may have some sort of feelings for her. Think about it man. You've done more for this girl these past few months than you have for any other woman since coming to wwe. She means something to you."

Dean answered their claims by putting his headphones in and walking away. "We're getting them together right?" Seth asked Roman without looking away from Dean.

"Definitely."

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In the hotel room ana was woken up by a knock on the door. Groaning she sat up looking at the time seeing it was almost 1. Sliding out of bed she realized Dean put her to bed. She threw her hair into a bun before opening the door. When she opened it she quickly tried to shut it but she wasn't strong enough. Backing up she crossed her arms.

"You need to leave Randy."