Racing to the campsite, Sam got there first with Robert hot on his heels; both boys panting as they rested on the Picnic Table waiting for Robert's family. Sam could see that Dean wasn't too happy about him sleeping over. He knew that his older brother was worried about him with his dreams. Watching as Dean stepped into the RV, he could hear his brother's voice in his head.
That little thief stole my jacket!
It made Sam laugh to himself. Glancing over at Robert, he saw the excitement in his eyes which made him smile. He was a little excited to sleep inside a tent for the first time and a little scared. Never sleeping in a tent before, Sam wasn't sure how comfortable it would be sleeping on the hard ground. He always slept on a bed or a cot, never the hard ground. So this is the first time.
Seeing how Sam was acting, Robert could tell that he never slept in a tent. To make his friend more relaxed, he took Sam into the tent. Walking through the screen flap, Robert told Sam this is where his dad typically slept. The next room was where his dorky sister Julie stayed, and the last compartment was where he, Scott, and Sam will be sleeping. Sam noticed that each room had two windows on either side, the first and last room with screen doors that zip closed in the middle and bottom of the screen. Sam also noticed that there were other flaps that separated each room; instead of being a screen it was the same material as the tent. They too had zippers so each room had its own privacy for its occupants, at which time they were open at the moment. Walking back through, Sam noticed the sleeping bags were not on the ground. They looked to be on some type of rafts that was used to float in the water.
Stepping out of the tent, the boys saw that Scott and Steve were getting things ready for dinner. Sam walked up to the table and asked if there was anything he could do to help.
"Is there something you want me to do?" Sam asked politely.
"Thanks for asking Sam, but no. Scott is getting the hot dogs ready to cook on the grill. I'm getting the pork and beans ready to cook on the stove. Do you two want Potato salad or Macaroni salad with your hot dogs? In the cooler, over there, are the drinks. Get yourself something to drink while we cook dinner." Steve said as he opened the can of beans.
Both boys said they wanted Macaroni Salad as they went to get their drinks. Grabbing one for himself, Robert grabbed one for his dad and brother. Turning to ask Julie what she wanted, he was pushed out of the way by her. Mumbling something to her, Robert walked back to the table. Setting the drinks on the table, Robert and Sam sat waiting for dinner. They talked about what they would see tomorrow at Mammoth Springs.
Steve told Sam, Robert, and Julie to go and wash their hands before they ate their dinner. Doing as they were told, Scott and Steve got things ready for when they got back. Sam, Robert, and Scott sat on one side of the table, Steve and Julie sat on the other side of the table with the food in the middle.
As they ate Steve asked Sam if this was the first time sleeping inside of a tent. He could tell that Sam was a little nervous when he looked at it.
"Sam, is this be your first time sleeping in a tent?"
"This will be my first time sleeping in a tent since we've always slept in motels or at my Uncles' houses when we would visit them. Can I ask a question?"
"Sure Sam, what did you need to ask?" Steve answered.
"I saw that the sleeping bags are not on the ground. Are they on rafts that you used on the—" Sam stopped when Julie made fun of him.
"What a dummy! Those are not rafts stupid, those—" Julie stopped when her dad smacked her.
"Julie! That was rude to interrupt Sam as he was talking, and what did I tell you about being disrespectful to other people? Name calling is one thing we do not do with friends or family. Sam, I'm sorry for my daughter's action. It won't happen again. What did you want to know again?"
"I was wondering what the sleeping bags were on is all." Sam asked with his eyes to his plate.
Seeing how his sister made Sam feel small, Scott did what he knew would make him smile. It usually worked for Robert. Hopefully it would work for Sam.
"Hey Sam, don't worry about what Julie says about anything okay? She needs to remember the first time we got those mattresses? She thought they were rafts you can use on the water until she found out differently. There was a hole in hers it filled with water and sunk to the bottom. Thank goodness it was only waist high of water so we didn't lose it. My dad was pissed at her and she had to sleep on it with the water inside. She never tried that again especially when she got motion sickness sleeping on it. Don't know if you slept on a water bed before. If you're not used to it you get sick. When you moved the water ripples underneath you, so you're moving like you're in a boat. She threw up all night. It was a blast!" Scott couldn't help but laugh when he remembered that time.
Seeing Sam laughing, Scott knew he accomplished his deed at the expense of his rotten sister.
"Ha, ha, Scott, very funny! Did you have to tell him about that? He was the one who asked, not me...what dad? I can't help it if he's st— ow, what was that for? Don't give me that look." Julie said rubbing the back of her head.
"I told you not to be rude to our quest Julie and you don't listen. After we are done you will clean up while I get your stuff into my room. Sam and Robert will be in the middle room for tonight...I don't want to hear another word from you young lady, do you hear me?"
Cleaning the table off, Julie kept glaring at Sam. She couldn't believe that she has to sleep with her dad tonight. After all the dishes were done, she sat next to the fire wishing Sam would just leave. She didn't like him at all, thought he was a snot-nosed brat who wants all the attention.
"Julie, you need to stop being a brat, sis, and get over it. You are only upset because Dean didn't want anything to do with you. Don't give me that look! It's your own damn fault, not Sam's, so stop being a bitch about it and grow up, would you?"
Looking at his watch, Steve saw that it was time to hit the hay. Calling to the boys, he told them to get ready for bed. He made sure they went to the rest room before they turned in for the night. After they were settled, Scott went to his own room leaving the zipper open between both rooms.
Couple of hours later, Scott heard some whimpering in the other room. Thinking it was Robert having a nightmare, he went to calm his brother down. Noticing him sound asleep, Scott turned to Sam who was moving his head.
Gently shaking him to wake, he whispered "Hey Sam, wake up. You're having a dream buddy, that's it nice and slow...hey it me Scott, calm down...that's it, just relax."
"D'n…"
"No Sam, it's Scott, remember? You're spending the night with us."
"Sorry to wake you. Must have been having a bad dream?"
"That's okay Sam, Robert has them too...don't worry, I won't tell anyone about your cub. Robert does the same too when he sleeps over at a friend's house, so your secret is safe with me. Love the coat too."
Scott helped Sam get settle before he went back to bed, pulling the leather jacket over Sam's shoulders along with the sleeping bag. He waited until Sam was fast asleep before he went to sleep himself.
~~~000~~~
Dean kept a close eye on the other campsite where Sammy was. He couldn't stop the uneasiness he was feeling. Since the first night terror Sam had about Brian at the cabin, his little brother had them every night since. Dean would wake him up before they got too bad to where he would have a panic attack.
Now with Sam being two campsites over, how will he be able to help his little brother? He'll be damned if he'll let Sammy go through them alone. He was so lost in his own thoughts he didn't hear his dad or Bobby talking to him.
"What? Sorry dad, I didn't hear what you said."
"Dean, Sam will be fine son. He has your coat and the cub. What? Don't you think I know that he brought them with him? He had his backpack open and I saw them in there as he ran off, and I didn't want to say anything that would embarrass Sam in anyway."
"It's not the same dad as me being there for him when he has his night terrors. I know how to calm him with the touch of a hand or a whisper. Does Scott or Steve know how to do that if Sammy is having one of those dreams? No, they don't, only I do. So how can you tell me that everything will be okay?"
"Dean, that brother of yours will feel the comfort he needs with the jacket and cub. So stop being such a worry wart, ya damn idjit." Bobby had to smile at himself watching Dean having a separation anxiety attack.
"Dean, you've always been there for Sammy, no matter what, and he knows that. Now you need to let him spread his wings a little and let him go. Dean, don't give me that look. Son, you know what I mean. At least Sammy knows he has one person he can count on in this family."
Seeing the hurt in his dad's eyes, Dean knew what his dad was thinking. He saw that look before at the cabin when he and Sam were talking. Dean knows that what Sam said was still bothering his dad, and now it's a good time to talk to his dad about it.
"Dad, I know that what Sam said is still bothering you. When he comes back tomorrow, you and Sam need to sit down and talk it out." Seeing a confused look on his dad's face, Dean sighed and shook his head. "Dad, don't give me that look like I don't know what you are talking about. I know for a fact that when Sam said he thinks you love him really bothered you. I could see it in your eyes and face dad so don't tell me differently. This is something you two need to talk over to clear the air."
"You're right Dean, what Sammy said did bother me more than I thought. I will have a talk with him when he comes back tomorrow. I just hope that he will believe me that I really do love him with my whole heart. The thought of him not being here scares the hell out of me after what happened. I hope the words will come out the right way on how I feel. There are times I'll say things the wrong way and he gets hurt by them."
John knew that eventually he would have a talk with Sammy on how he really felt. The problem is the elder Winchester has a hard time saying things to his youngest. Every time he says something to Sammy, it comes out wrong which in turns ends up hurting his baby boy.
Seeing the conflict his dad was having about his talk with Sam, Dean knew what he and Bobby would have to do.
"Dad, when you are ready to talk with Sammy, Bobby and I will go for a walk to give you and him the time you need."
"I ain't leaving when John and Sam will have their talk. I want to overhear on what this jackass has to say. It's not like every day we get the chance to see the mighty hunter in a chick flick moment. That would be a priceless moment to get on tape." Bobby looked over at John with a mischievous grin on his face.
"Don't even try it ole' man or I'll give you a kick in the ass for it." He said while looking over at Dean who was laughing at the older men. "What are you laughing at Dean? I'll give you the same thing if you try to listen in."
Raising his hands in self-defense, Dean stood up from his seat heading to the RV. Looking over his shoulder, he couldn't help himself to jab at his dad and Bobby.
"I can see the title now: 'Grumpy Ole Men Having a Chick Flick Moment'. That would be priceless to see."
John and Bobby both jumped up from their chairs to chase Dean into the RV, ready to give Dean a lesson once they get inside. Glancing over at the campsite, John saw that Sam and Robert were getting ready for bed, feeling a little secure to see that Steve and Scott where sleeping at the ends. He didn't want Dean to know that he himself was having second thoughts about this. He was feeling a little uneasy about Sammy being so far away.
~~~000~~~
Early in the morning, Peter got himself ready to go pick up Dick. He told his friend to meet him at a diner just outside of the park. There they would have some breakfast as they talk on how they would get to Sam. He knew where Sam was going to be from his information with Julie. The only problem they would have at Mammoth Springs is all the people that would be there. The place will be crowded with tourists to see the hot springs. There will be no place to snatch a boy Sam's age without anyone seeing them, unless they waited until the area calmed down which won't be until dusk and then it might be too late.
Driving to the diner, Peter wondered why Dick wanted Sam so bad that he's willing to expose himself. He knew about Brian on why he wanted Sam to teach the brat a lesson. One of his friends told him what they did to Sam at Jill's house when he was there. He went into details on what they did to Sam which made him sick to his stomach. He couldn't see putting a young kid through that just to have fun with him. He shivered at the image that popped into his head on what they did to Sam. Pulling into the parking lot of the diner, Peter saw that Dick was already inside waiting for him. Parking the car near the entrance of the place, he stepped out and walked inside. Stepping up to the table, Peter sat on the other side nodding to his friend.
"Hey Dick, how was your drive here?"
"It was a long drive to get here to make small talk Peter. What did you find out about the little shit?"
Dick was in no mood to be beating around the bush with his friend.
"This is what I know so far Dick and I think we should wait. Sam will be at Mammoth Springs with some friends and his brother. I talked with the sister of the boy Sam was staying with last night. They plan on going there this morning to spend the day at the hot springs. The only thing with these springs is..." Peter stopped when the waitress walked up to take their order. Ordering two coffees and the breakfast special, Peter finished on what he was saying. "…really crowded until dusk which would be hard to get to Sam there. We should wait until dusk when there are less people that would get in the way."
"No, we are going there after we are done and follow them until the time is right. There will be a place to where I can get Sam while his brother watches. I'll make sure he sees me take his brother from him never to bring him back. I wasn't there to be with my own brother when Dean killed him for doing something stupid. This time around Dean will know my pain I felt when I heard about Keith's death, because he will be feeling the same pain when I beat his own brother and take him away. I'll take a picture of Sam with Brian and send it to Dean and his dad. I'll use Sam's phone to take it and have that bitch give it to them."
Dick could see that Peter was uneasy on what they planned on doing, especially at Mammoth Springs when this time of year it's really crowed. To Dick, he could use the people to get himself along with Sam lost in the crowd. Until he got to the van, then he would wait for Dean to show up before he beat the little shit. He will keep the older brother at a safe distance when he'll use the gun on Sam, knowing that Dean wouldn't do anything to get his little brother killed.
"Peter, if you don't want to do this, I'll understand. It's something that I have to do. I owe this to Keith; he was my only family I have left. Yes, he was not that smart at times especially when it came to following Brian. He was my brother that I loved very much and would kill for. I have to do this, Peter."
Peter knew how Dick felt about this with his brother. He, too, has a younger brother he would kill for and Keith was one of his closes best friends he had. He would help Dick in any way he can if that means doing this in front of hundreds of people, then so be it.
"Dick, I'm with you all the way my friend. I want to help you out any way I can, so when we are done we'll head to the springs. It will take us at least two hours to get to Mammoth Springs from here. Once when we are there will look for Sam and the best place to take him from his brother."
After finishing their breakfast, they headed to Mammoth Springs to get what Dick came for. After arriving at the springs, they walked around looking for Sam. Once finding him, they followed the small group for their right moment, which to Dick's frustrations it took almost all day. As they followed Sam and his friends, they noticed that Dean wasn't even around, which also fueled Dick's anger at Peter who said he would be here.
"You told me that Dean would be here Peter, so where the hell is that bastard?"
"Julie told me that her dad, brother, Sam, and his brother would be here."
"Well, that bitch lied to you idiot and you fell for it. I'll take Sam. Get a hold of his brother to have him meet us as I hand him over to Brian. To see the look on Dean's face as Brian takes his brother away from him will make my life complete when I see the look in his eyes that he won't see his brother anymore."
Motioning his friend to wait for him in the van, Dick headed off in the direction Sam went. Walking behind the small group, he waited for the right time to get Sam. He didn't have to wait too long to see his chance to snatch the kid. Watching, he saw that Sam was lagging behind his friends as he looked at the springs. Finding the right moment, he'll rush up to Sam and grab him from behind, and drag him to the parking lot to the waiting van. Seeing his chance and with few people to get into his way, Dick ran up to Sam. Before he could reach the boy, Sam turned to face his attacker. Before he could yell out to Steve and Robert, Dick was on him. Yanking his left arm hard, Sam yelled out in pain. Seeing his friends and other people running up to them, Dick let go of Sam and ran into the coming crowd. What stopped Dick from taking Sam was Steve: he knew him from a drug bust in Chicago.
He was the Detective that arrested Dick two years ago for drugs.
~~~000~~~
Steve was already up and making breakfast when Robert and Sam exited the tent. Having the clothes in hand, they went to take a shower. As the boys took their showers, Steve finished making them their breakfast. He made sure it was a hearty one for the long day ahead of them.
Placing the paper plates on the table, the elder man looked up to see Scott coming from around the tent. Smiling at his oldest son who was already helping out getting things ready, he didn't have to tell him what needed to be done like Julie. She always had to be told on how to do something that was so simple to do. There were times that Steve wondered if she did it for attention or just plain being rebellious like her mom. Either way it got on his last nerves when she would act that way. On this vacation, she was being a bitch which he didn't know why she was acting this way.
Placing the utensils and cups on the table Scott was ready to go collect the boys only to be stop by his father. Motioning towards the restrooms, he told Scott they were taking their showers.
"The boys are already up Scott. They went to take a shower before breakfast. Would you please go wake up Julie and let her know it's time for breakfast?"
"Do I have to go and wake up the princess, dad? You know how she is if we wake her up before 10."
"I know what you mean son, but she needs to get up and get ready. I don't know what's going on with her this vacation but she is being a...what you would say, a bitch?" Steve couldn't help but smile when Scott gave his dad a funny look.
"To tell you the truth dad she is only acting that way cause of Dean. She has been trying to get him alone and he won't do it. She is jealous of his and Sam's bond they have with each other. When Sam is around, Dean's attention is on his little brother like it should be. Julie can't even get Dean's attention when we are out together, since his focus is on Sam the whole time to make sure he's close by."
"Well she needs to lay off on Dean and Sam. I saw how she was looking at Sam last night and I did not like it one bit. Dean is a nice young man who is very protective of his brother. He's very polite and thinks of other before himself."
"Dad, you are not a cop right now so stop looking at things through a cop's eyes. Look at them through a father's eyes and you'll see the same thing." Scott had to laugh at his dad.
"You're right son. Sorry about that; it's a hard habit to break. I did promise you guys that will stay at home. Now I'm a father who wants to spend time with his kids. Now go and wake up that sister of yours before the boys get back. I got a feeling they are going to be excited and rowdy...well maybe they should wake her up?" Steve winked at Scott with an evil grin on his face.
"Dad, you are so bad at times. It makes me wonder who the kid here is. Hey Julie, it's time to wake...don't want to hear it, sis. Get your butt up before the boys get back." Scott rolled his eyes when Julie told him to shut the hell up.
By the time, Robert and Sam returned from their shower Steve and Scott had breakfast ready. Putting their things inside the tent, they went to sit at the table to eat. Sam couldn't believe all the food they had sitting out for them: eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, fruit, toast, and milk to drink.
Sam helped Scott clear off the table while Steve and Robert made sandwiches for their trip. Julie in the meantime sat on the chair glaring at Sam. After the dishes were washed and dried, Sam went over to see if they needed any help. Looking into the cooler, he saw they had sandwiches, drinks, chips, fruit, granola bars, and water. As Steve was loading the things they needed in the car, Robert told Sam all the things they'll be seeing. After he was done, Sam couldn't wait to go and see this place so he can tell his family about it.
"Are you boys ready to go? If so, let's get a move on. It's going to take about an hour to get there depending on the traffic. Julie, you mind your brother while we are gone and do as he says. Don't give me that look! He is older than you, so what he says goes."
"Whatever dad, see you two later." Julie looked over at the other campsite and smiled. "Let's hope that Sam doesn't come back, that would be fine by me."
"What did you say about my brother Julie? Scott did they leave already? I wanted to see Sammy before he left." Dean walked up just as Julie mumbled to herself.
Dean got annoyed with her for making a comment about Sammy.
"I said I hope that Sam has a really good time Dean. What are we going to do today?" Julie said with a big smile and a twinkle in her eyes.
"Scott and I already have plans to do something today, so when you're ready let's get a move on. I want to be back before Sammy does. How did he do last night Scott? Did he have any dreams?"
"He did have one nightmare Dean, he even called for you. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to make you feel guilty. I talked to him when I got him awake from his dream. He felt bad for waking me up, that is when he called for you. He settled down when I pulled your jacket over his shoulders and gave him his cub back. Don't worry. I didn't make fun of him at all; told him Robert does the same thing when he sleeps over at a friend's house."
"Thanks Scott for helping Sammy out with his nightmare. He gets some bad night terrors that I only know how to help him with. Sammy had something bad happen to him two months ago and we almost lost him. Since then, he's been having really bad night terrors from it. I was worried about him last night sleeping so far from me. Don't get me wrong, I trust you with Sam, but he's my responsibility." Dean didn't know why he was telling Scott this, but he felt like he could trust him.
"I totally understand Dean, I really do. I feel the same way with Robert. He and I are really close like you and Sam are. Julie is two years younger than me and we are not that close sadly. We were as kids, but not any more since our mom left. Robert is four years younger than me and we are tight...Julie, where do you think you're going?"
"My friends and I are going for a hike if you must know. I'll be back before dad and Robert gets back with the brat." Julie smiled when Dean glared at her.
Shaking his head, Scott and Dean headed to the Impala, planning on seeing a place that Frank told them about. They wanted to see a Moose so they asked the ranger where the best place would be. Heading in that direction both boys had a very uneasy feeling in the pit of their stomach.
~~~000~~~
Arriving at their destination, Steve pulled into a parking spot close to the picnic tables. Waiting for the other cars to do the same is only when he let the boys get out. The first area they came to was called Opal Terrace. Sam looked at the different color of the rocks, reading about the area, finding out that the water turns the limestone different colors. Every place they visited was the same about the colors of the limestone: some colors were bright while others were dull colors.
Halfway through their hike, all guys were getting hungry so they headed back to the car. Talking about what they saw so far, Sam couldn't wait to see the rest of it. Cleaning up after they finished eating, heading to the restrooms, they went back on their hike. Being on the lower Terrace, there were nine places to see. Before they had lunch, they only saw four of the Terraces due to Robert and Sam taking their time. Steve didn't mind at all. He had fun watching his son and his friend enjoying themselves. Finally reaching the end of the nine Terraces, Sam couldn't stop staring at the sight before him. Seeing the mountains in the background of the hot springs was amazing to him. He couldn't wait to tell his family about this, especially Dean. Hoping they would like to come and see this before they leave.
Heading back to the car, Sam lagged behind a little to take a good look at things. Feeling someone watching him, Sam turned to see a man running at him. Before he could yell to Steve and Robert, the man grabbed Sam by his left arm, yelling out in pain. Sam turned to see Steve and some of the other visitors running towards them. Feeling the man let him go Sam fell to the ground in pain. Holding his left arm close to his chest, Sam breathed through the pain, flinching when someone touched his shoulders. He knew it wasn't Dean by the touch. Looking up with pain-filled eyes, he saw it was Steve giving him a worried look. Seeing over his shoulders, Sam could see two Rangers running towards them. Reaching the two men, the Rangers knelt down beside them, one checking out Sam while the other one asked the questions to Steve and Robert on what happened.
"Are you his father?"
"No, his father is at the campground with his Uncle and brother. My son and I took Sam for a trip to the springs."
"What campsite is his father at? We would need to take Sam here to the clinic? They have a Doctor there who can look at his shoulder and arm."
"I don't want a Doctor, I want Dean. Please get my brother." Sam said with pain in his voice.
"We'll get your brother to you Sam, along with your dad. Do you have his number to call him to meet us at the clinic?"
Sam pulled out his cell phone and handed it to one of the Rangers. Listen to the phone-call, Sam could hear his dad's voice booming through the phone.
~~~000~~~
Arriving back to the campground five hours later, Dean and Scott told John and Bobby about their trip. Dean wasn't too happy on the road condition on the drive there. Dean didn't like the idea of his baby being on that type of road, some of the pot holes were big and deep to drive through. Once when they got to the location, all of his anger left him. Looking out the windshield, they saw a huge green meadow as far as the eyes could see.
Getting out of the car, Dean and Scott headed for the area Frank told them about. It was to the left of the meadow about halfway in the walk. Heading down the trail, their first encounter was a big bull moose with a full set of antlers. Easing their way around the moose, they quietly made it past the big bull.
Frank told them to be very careful with the males since it was breeding season. He emphasized that they try to stay away from them as much as possible.
Further down, they encountered a female and her calf feeding on the side of the trail. Knowing from what Frank told them about females and their calves, they stayed a safe distance away from them. Noticing the female getting closer to them, they stepped back keeping a huge gap from her. If she decides to charge, there wasn't any place for them to hide. Breathing a sigh of relief when the female led her calf back into the woods, the rest of the hike went off without any more incidents like the first two.
"It sounds like you boys almost got yourselves into trouble with the local girls." Bobby said with a smile.
"Ha, ha very funny Bobby, let's see what you would do if a female comes after you? I bet you'll be hollering like a girl running in the opposite direction." Dean ducked when Bobby tried to hit him.
"I know that I would've hid behind a tree ya damn idjit. At least ya won't be kicked by her if'n the tree is in the way."
"That is true Dean. If you hide behind a tree, a..." John stopped when his phone rang. Seeing it was Sam, he answered. "Hello...why do you have my son's phone and who the hell are you?"
"Is this John Winchester?"
"Yes, this is John? You didn't answer my question. Why do you have my son's phone?"
"This is Ranger Page. I'm a ranger over at Mammoth Hot Springs. Sam had an incident here. We are taking him to the clinic down the street."
"What happened? Is Sam okay? Where's is the clinic you're taking my son to?"
"Mr. Winchester, when you get to the clinic I'll be happy to answer your questions. The clinic is called Mammoth Springs. It's north of your campground, about a forty-five minute drive. We'll be taking Sam there after we get him situated. Once there, the Doctor's going to need your permission to check Sam over."
"We're on our way. We'll get there as soon as we can." John ended the call as he ran to the Impala. "We need to get to Mammoth Springs Clinic right away. Something happened to Sammy, we need...don't have time Dean! Let's get a move on son...I'll let you know what they said as we drive there. LET'S GO!"
All four men piled into the Impala with Bobby behind the wheel. He didn't trust John or Dean to drive with their mind in a panic.
"Well, I'm waiting dad. What did they say about Sammy?"
"The ranger didn't tell me anything Dean. He wanted to wait until we got there...don't give me that look, they are only protecting Sammy because of his age."
Pulling into the parking lot of the clinic thirty minutes later, thanks to Bobby's quick driving, John and Dean sprang out of the Impala before it stopped. Hearing Bobby calling them stupid impatient idjits, they didn't waste any time. They both needed to get to Sammy: he came first before their own safety.
Rushing into the clinic like a bat out of hell, Dean and John rushed up to the counter. Introducing themselves, the nurse called for the Doctor. They didn't have to wait too long when they saw a man in a white coat walking towards them. Meeting him halfway down the hall, he led them to Sam's room.
Seeing his brother sitting in the corner of the room with his knees to his chest broke Dean's heart. He could tell Sammy was in a lot of pain. It angered him that the Doctor didn't give his little brother any pain medication. Growling at the physician, he walked up to his brother and knelt down next to him. Placing a hand on the kid's shoulder, he softly talked to his baby brother. Seeing the tears in his eyes broke Dean's heart more. Sitting next to his brother, Dean engulfed Sam into his arms and hugged him tight. Rubbing his back in small gentle circles he whispered to his brother.
"Hey Sammy I'm here now. It's going to be okay. Let the Doctor look at your arm kiddo."
"Hurts, Dean." Sam told his brother as he snuggled closer to his brother.
"I know Sammy that it hurts. Let the good Doc look at it, and then he'll give you something for the pain. Don't worry, I'm not going anywhere. I'm staying right here."
Getting an 'okay' from Sam, Dean helped him out of his jacket and shirt. Seeing the bruise on his arm along with the swelling on his shoulder pissed the older brother off big time.
The Doctor knelt down next to Sam gently taking the young man's arm to look it over. He prodded his shoulder carefully not to hurt his young patient.
"It looks like it's just a pulled muscle in his shoulder. It will be sore for a couple of days. I'll give him some pain medicine that will help with the swelling. Keep a close eye on his shoulder. If it gets worse, bring him back in. I'll go get the medicine for him and then you can leave."
After the Doctor left the room, Dean ripped into Steve. "Why were you not watching Sammy like you were supposed to? If you kept a better eye on him, then this wouldn't have happened." Dean glared at Steve.
"Dean, calm down son. It's not Steve's fault and you know it. What did happen, Steve? And I'm sorry for Dean's outburst."
"On the way back to the car Sam slowed down to look at the scenery, Robert and I waited for Sam that is when I heard him yell out. When I glanced over, I saw this guy on your son. I ran as fast as I could to get to Sam. When the man saw us, he let go of Sam's arm and ran into the crowd. Some of the visitors ran after the person but lost him in the crowd."
"I stayed with Sam until you guys got here. He never left my sight. I'm sorry about this John; didn't see any kind of danger. I let my guard down."
"I know your sorry Steve. I don't blame you for what happened to Sammy. I know you would do anything to protect my boy. Is there something else you're not telling me?"
"I got a good look at the man who tried to take Sam. I arrested him for drug possession back in the early eighties. Don't know why he was here and wanted Sam so bad."
"This man you saw...was he six foot tall, well built with dark brown hair and brown eyes? He looks like some insane person that was on an acid trip?"
"No, John he was bold about my size in built. He had green eyes, a scar on his left side of his face. He's been in trouble with the law for five years before he went to jail. When he got out, he disappeared until now. I don't know why he went after Sam when there were other people there. He targeted Sam like he knew him."
After getting his medicine, John, Bobby, Dean, and Sam climbed into the Impala and headed back to the campground. Steve and his sons followed closely behind them until they reached their campsites. The next four days, they stayed close to the camp area, keeping Sam well in their sights which got on Sam's nerves. On the fifth day, they decided to go on a hiking trip up the road to see some bears. Steve, Scott, and Robert went with the small family. Julie stayed at the campsite. Watching them leave, she walked over to the Peter's place. She wanted Sam out of the picture for a little while since they'll be leaving in two days. She told him that the trail was big enough for his four wheel truck. There was a place they could park it so no one will see them. So when they grabbed Sam there was enough room for them to make a hasty retreat.
Hearing about the plan, Dick got really excited about the whole deal. This time he will take Sam and have Dean watch him. He will let the older brother know what he plans for the younger brother. Just thinking about it gave him the satisfaction that he's been waiting for.
Waiting for the group to venture down the trial is when they made their move. Driving slowly down the trail, they found the place that Julie told them about. Getting the truck into the right spot, they waited for Sam to come down the path, knowing that he and his little friend will be running ahead of the others.
Walking up the trail, John, Steve, and Bobby couldn't stop laughing at Sam and Robert. They were all over the trail looking for Bears and other Wildlife. Dean and Scott kept a close eye on their brothers as they ran up the trail. When they heard the boys shout out, they came running thinking they were in trouble…only to find out that they saw a mother bear and her two cubs down the hill from them. Seeing the scared and angry looks, the boys said they were sorry. Heading back down the trail to the waiting cars, Robert and Sam ran ahead of them, hearing their father's telling them not to get too far ahead of them.
"Robert and Sam, I want you two to stay close to us...hey are you guys listening?...slow down we don't need to rush...wait for us around the turn please...I said...what's the use?" John shook his head at the two younger boys.
"We'll get them dad and keep them in one place...what the hell is going on with those two?"
Dean and Scott ran ahead of the three older men to see what was going on. When Dean came around the turn, his heart dropped into his stomach. He saw a tall bald-headed man standing next to a truck with Sam in his arms. What made Dean sick was that he was holding a knife to his brother's neck. Stopping in his tracks, he held his hands out to stop him from hurting Sammy. He told Robert and Scott to stay put until he got Sammy back. Glancing back, he saw the man walking backwards towards the truck. Fearing for his brother, he asked the man what he wanted with his Sammy.
"What did my brother do to you?"
"Your brother didn't do anything to me Dean...that's right, I know your name...this is Sam. I know a friend who wants to see him."
"Who is your friend that wants to see my brother...please don't hurt him I'm begging you not to hurt him."
"Did my brother beg to you before you killed him Dean? I know what you did to my brother at the hospital. So I'm doing some payback with your own brother...you know, an eye for an eye...you took my brother, I'm taking your brother. As for the person who wants him, ever heard of Brian?"
Seeing the horror in Dean's eyes at the name made Dick smile. That made the older brother's blood run cold. Feeling Sam struggle against his hold, he pressed the knife to his throat which settled the boy down. Glancing back at Dean with cold hard eyes, he pressed the knife hard to Sam's throat causing him to hiss in pain. Seeing the fear in his eyes, Dick moved the knife along his throat causing blood to come from the wound. What excited Dick was the scream that came from his capture with fear in his voice.
"Dean!" Sam screamed in fear.
Hearing the other men coming, Dick dragged Sam into the truck, shutting the door as they drove off.
As they drove, Sam glanced around the truck to see Julie sitting in the back. She had a smile on her face that sent shivers down Sam's spine. Dick took some rope and tied the young boy hands behind his back. When it came time to hand him over, it would be hard for Sam to fight back.
Pulling behind a white van Dick, Sam, and Julie stepped out of the truck. Tugging Sam forward, Dick waited until the side door opened. Hearing a fearful gasp coming from Sam when Brian stepped out, he shoved Sam into the waiting arms of Brian who grinned wickedly at him.
Feeling Sam tense against his body, Brian became really excited to finally have him. He couldn't wait to get Sam alone with him at the place he picked out. Glancing over, he saw Julie standing next to Dick with a smile on her face. Thinking it was towards him, he shoved Sam into the van tying him to the seat. Sauntering up to Julie, he smiled at her as he ran his hand across her face. Grabbing her by the arm, he pulled her into the van alone with Sam.
Twenty minutes later, Brian opened the van door shoving Julie onto the dirt road. Looking over at Dick, he nodded his thanks to him before he closed the door and drove off.
Looking down at Julie covering herself, he picked her off the dirt road. Placing her into the truck, they headed to the ranger station. There they'll wait for the family to come and claim her hoping Dean and John will be there. Then he'll tell them they won't be seeing their Sammy anymore.
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Looks like Brian got what he wanted Sam all to himself.
WARNING: In the next chapter there will be abuse to a minor (Sam), this is Brian so it won't be good for our Sammy.
Wonder what Dean, John and Bobby will do to Dick?