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Double Trouble

Chapter 24 – Revelations

Dean watched helplessly as his brother continued to toss on the bed, trapped in a nightmare that was most likely created by some demon. Rubbing his hand through his hair, Dean sighed. "Some day this has to get easier Sammy…but for now, you need to keep fighting. I know it's hard, especially after the past couple of days, but you've handled worse. I know you don't believe this, but you are one strong and stubborn son of a bitch…you just tell that bastard to stop messing with you."

Dean shook his head, he wasn't sure whether Sam could hear him or not. He hated this part of taking care of Sam…the part where he was shut out, unable to see what was tormenting his brother…unable to help him deal with it. At least Sam's fever seemed to be under control and the wound on his side was looking much better.

"Hey there Dean, I've placed the protective symbols to keep out the demon around the house. When Missouri gets up, we should put our heads together to see what else needs to be done to keep them out…only problem is, we may keep 'em out…but they'll be keepin' us in!" Bobby sat on the edge of Sam's bed.

"I know Bobby, I'm just trying to buy us some time. Sam is too weak this time to fight this thing…I'm afraid if the demon possesses him, we'll lose him this time." Dean once again placed a calming hand on Sam's head as his brother began to mumble once more.

"Evil…Dean don't go…not a monster, wasn't me!" Sam cried in his sleep, the tears falling down his face. Dean sighed and once again gently wiped the sweat and tears from Sam's face.

"I don't know how much more of this he can take…I wish there was a way we could block the demon from getting to him."

"Well child…there may be a way, if the demon can only attack Sam through his dreams." Missouri smiled as she entered the room. "Hello Bobby, it's been a long time."

"Shore has been…I see you've been keepin' busy!" Bobby winked at Dean.

Missouri patted Bobby on the arm. "Well some of us gotta look out for these boys…they get in more trouble…"

"You're tellin' me? Seems like a lifetime career in these parts…saving Winchester butts!" Bobby smirked.

"Hey guys, did I miss the promo's for the "Winchester Celebrity Roast" …give me a break here…besides Missouri was the one who started this one!" Dean ducked as once again Missouri aimed for the back of his head.

All three turned and looked at the bed as a soft voice asked "Whas happenin?" Sam fought to get his eyes to focus. God he was tired…he felt like he hadn't slept for a week.

"Welcome back to the land of the living little brother…we were just drawing straws to see who would get the honor of giving you your next sponge bath…I believe you won, right Bobby?" Dean nearly fell off the bed at the look on Sam's face.

Missouri clapped her hands together. "Ok, ok…fun time is over. Sam, while you're awake we need to get some food, liquids and pills into your skinny body. I swear boy, you get any thinner and the wind will blow you away! Dean you stay here and keep your brother company while I get us some food. Bobby, do you mind helping me?"

"Shore thing Missouri…whatever you say miss Missouri!" Bobby rushed out of the room before Missouri could catch him.

Dean looked at Sam and smiled. "So little brother, want to tell me about the dreams you've been having?"

Sam should have known that Dean wouldn't let him off so easy. It was bad enough that he had to relive them each time he slept…but he didn't know if he could face them in the harsh light of day. "Ah Dean, could we just let it go for now? I'm really tired…"

Dean normally would have let Sam off the hook. After all, his brother looked worse than road kill right now. But he also had to understand what the demon was tormenting his brother with so that he could help him. "Look Sammy…we know that there is a demon close by and that it is attacking you through your dreams." Dean paused as he saw the look of fear cross his brother's face. "Don't worry, Bobby had already placed the protective symbols around the house to keep it out…you will be safe."

"Not me Dean…what about all of you? If it can't possess me, it will try to get to one of you. I can't let that happen Dean…what if I…"

"No freakin way am I letting you get within spitting distance of that thing. We will all be safe as long as we stay inside the house. Once you're feeling better, we'll figure out how to get rid of that thing together…I mean it Sammy, no more going off on your own…no more playing the noble hero…I can't…" Dean turned his head, unwilling to let Sam see the fear in his eyes for his brother.

Sam watched his brother and realized that it was Dean's fear talking…it was strange, but a few months ago, he would have been upset by Dean's words, hurt by them even. But since the demon attacked his family and nearly killed them, he now understood Dean's greatest fear was that he would be left alone. "Dean…look at me man. I'm not that brave ok…I just don't like everyone being in danger because of me once again. I'm a freaking plague Dean…everyone around me will eventually die and there is nothing I can do to stop it."

Dean looked deep into Sam's troubled gaze. "Sammy, listen to me and listen to me closely. Everyone will eventually die and yes, some of us may die trying to protect you. But, it is our choice to do this. We are not forced to fight this battle with you…we do it because it's the right thing to do. Remember when you asked me how Dad and I did this. The answer is still the same…each time we lose an innocent, we save many more. Every evil son of a bitch we kill is one less thing that can kill an innocent person or us. Even if you were gone tomorrow Sam, the battle would be taken up by someone else…I have to believe that and so do you!"

Sam smiled softly at his brother. "So, you've been saving that speech for a while have you? Dude, I thought you hated chick flick moments…all that was missing was the hug!"

Dean looked at Sam and before Sam could react, he grabbed his brother in a massive hug. "Dude, get off of me…Missouri and Bobby will be back any moment…have you lost your mind Dean!" Sam couldn't help himself, he had to laugh.

Missouri and Bobby chose that moment to appear, they both looked at each other and smiled. The Winchester boys were back on track…for the moment at least.

"Ok boys, glad to see you all are feeling better…I brought in sandwiches and soup for both of you…and I expect the food to be gone, no excuses!" Missouri said as she placed the food in front of both boys.

Dean reached for one of the sandwiches and started to eat as he watched Sam trying to get the soup down. "Missouri, you said there might be a way to keep the demon from attacking Sam in his dreams…care to let us in on the secret?"

TBC

Raven524: I really loved the reviews…and yes, eventually the boys will get to beat the demon…at least I think they might…guess you all will just have to continue reading to find out. Just a little cliffie this time, I thought the boys needed a little more healing time before the main battle begins…will Sam be possessed? Will Dean be able to save him in time? Will Bobby get to give Sam a sponge bath? (Ew..scratch that last bit and why is the theme from Batman playing in the background?) Hope you all enjoyed the latest chapter…will try to update again tomorrow night.