Summary- Dean is granted his "heart's desire" while tangling with a witch. Now under a witch's spell, he feels compelled to overprotect Sam from every danger and wants complete control to keep Sam safe. Will the brother's relationship survive? S2

This story is a birthday dedication to my wonderful beta and friend- Sendintheclowns.

Heart's Desire Twelve

Dean was cleaning weapons as he watched his brother sleep. Sam looked so peaceful, curled up in a ball, which was quite an accomplishment for his long brother, but a position that Dean had watched him sleep in many times as a child. It meant Sam was peaceful, not restless in his sleep.

Dean was at peace too, cleaning weapons always brought comfort to him and watching his brother sleep undisturbed for a change also helped complete his peaceful feeling. Dean was brought out of his thoughts by his cell phone ringing.

Dean quickly grabbed it from the night stand next to his bed, hoping to get it before it woke Sam.

He was relieved to see that the phone hadn't awakened his brother. Dean didn't recognize the number but answered anyway.

"Hello Dean here." Dean answered in a quiet voice trying not to disturb his brother, and rose from the bed to head to the other side of the cabin.

"Hi Dean, this is Dottie. I didn't call at a bad time did I?" Dottie's voice sounded concerned, probably from the quiet tone that Dean had used answering the phone.

"Oh no, it's fine, Sam was just resting so I'm trying not to wake him." Dean replied as he looked from the kitchen area towards the bed's trying to see if Sam was still resting, when he noticed that Sam was still out, he relaxed a bit.

"Oh I hope I didn't wake him!" Dottie exclaimed.

"No he's still out, so it's fine really. What can I do for you Dottie?" Dean was very curious why Dottie would call.

"Well, I have today off and I was going to make a pan of lasagna for dinner and I was wondering if you boys would like to come over for dinner ? Or if you wanted to take me up on babysitting Sam tonight, I'd be happy to do that." Dottie replied in her easy going way. She was so real and nice, that's why Dean liked her so much.

"That is really nice of you to offer Dottie, but are you sure your ready for another night of Sam?" Dean was hesitant to take her up on the offer, it seemed like a lot to ask.

"Dean, it would be no trouble. Sam is a sweetie, he reminds me of my nephew. I do enjoy his company, it would be no trouble. Plus, he could help me eat the lasagna because as much as I like to make it, it seems a waste to make it just for me." Dottie's voice was cheery and Dean understood why Sam did well when he was with her.

"You know Dottie, there are a few things I would like to accomplish without Sam, so I think I'll take you up on it. What time do you want me to bring him over?" Dean replied. Part of him hated leaving Sam, but he knew that he should take Dottie up on her offer and try to make a little more money to tide them over.

"I'm flexible Dean. What time is good for you?" Dottie responded.

"Would seven be okay?" Dean replied knowing that he would give him a few hours with Sam before he had to leave him with Dottie.

"That would be just fine. Oh and Dean, don't worry about paying me. I enjoy spending time with Sam, he brings out my maternal side. This gives me a chance to mother a bit, without all the obligations." Dottie replied with a giggle.

Dean chuckled back and replied, "Yeah I forget how much women like to indulge in their maternal side. I really do appreciate this Dottie. You're the best. I'll see you at seven!" As much as Dean hated to share his Sam, Dottie made it a bit easier with her sweet but not overbearing nature.

"Sounds good Dean, catch you later." Dottie replied.

"Thanks, later." Dean replied and clicked the phone off.

oooOOOooo

Sam woke up and the first thing he noticed was his extremely dry mouth. He started to sit up but got dizzy, so he immediately lay back down. Confused and uncomfortable, he called out for his brother. "D- Dean."

"Hey sleepy head, how you feeling." Dean replied in a cheerful voice.

Sam could feel his bed dip as Dean sat down on it. He tried to look up at Dean but his eyes were still adjusting to the artificial light in the room. He rested his arm over his eyes.

"Um, Dean could I have some water, I'm so thirsty." Sam rasped out.

"Sure thing kiddo." Dean replied and Sam felt the bed move again as his brother left it to get the water.

Moments later, the bed dipped again, and Sam felt the warmth of his brother next to him.

"Hey Sammy, you need to sit up so you can drink okay?" Dean replied and Sam tried to sit up but again was met with dizziness.

"Dean, I can't. Too dizzy." Sam squeaked out.

"I'll help you, we'll just do this really slow, okay?" Dean said in a calming voice.

"Um, 'kay Dean." Sam replied in a quiet trusting voice.

Sam felt Dean place hands on both of his shoulders and very slowly he helped him sit up. Sam finally rested against the headboard and Dean put the glass of water to his lips.

"Drink slowly Sam, I'll hold it steady for you." Dean replied as he held the glass.

Sam drank his fill, and Dean took the glass away. "Thanks Dean."

"Sure thing Sammy, do you need anything else?" Dean asked staring intently at Sam. Sam looked away feeling uncomfortable at all the attention.

"Dean, I um, I feel weird. Do you know why?" Sam asked in a hesitant voice.

"Oh, that's because your body is adjusting to the medication you're taking, remember." Dean replied in a calm soothing voice.

"Sort of, things in my head are fuzzy." Sam seemed to remember taking something before he fell asleep, but he could remember why. But Dean always took good care of him so he must have needed it.

"That's the medicine Sam, things will get better. I promise." Dean replied with a reassuring smile.

"Okay Dean. Um, have I eaten today? I'm kinda hungry." Sam had realized that his stomach was grumbling at him.

"That's right you missed breakfast this morning. I'll fix you something Sam and then will get you shaved and dressed so that you're ready for the day." Dean rose from the bed and headed towards the kitchen area.

Sam started to get up, but stopped because he still felt dizzy. "Do you need help Dean?" Sam tried to get up again.

"Oh no, you sit on the bed and let yourself wake up more, I'll let you know when it's ready." Dean was already getting things out of the fridge.

"Thanks Dean," Sam replied as he sat heavily against the headboard.

oooOOOooo

The afternoon passed pleasantly. Dean was pleased to see the dizziness pass for Sam pretty quickly after he awoke. Sam ate a healthy lunch and Dean was able to get him ready for his "date" with Dottie. Sam seemed okay with spending time with Dottie, though he told Dean that he wished that he would eat dinner with them too. This made Dean feel like he was doing alright by Sam, because before the Valium Sam wanted to get away from him.

oooOOOooo

Dottie had just pulled the lasagna and garlic bread out of the oven when the door bell rang. She quickly took off her oven mitts and quickly brushed her hair out of her face. She opened the door and smiled as she took in the brother's Sam and Dean.

Dean had a reassuring arm around Sam's waist. Sam definitely looked like a big bashful child, with his head down, hands in his pockets.

"Hi guys. Come on in." Dottie replied and motioned for the brother's to enter.

"Thanks Dottie, it is so nice of you to have us over. Sam really is looking forward to spending time with you, right Sam?" Dean nudged his brother as the finished speaking.

"Uh, yes, I like lasagna and your nice Dottie. I just wish Dean could stay." Sam replied looking up at his brother with a sheepish smile.

"Oh Sam, next time I have you over, we'll make Dean stay, okay?" Dottie watched as Sam's face lit up and he nodded at her.

"Sure Sam, I'll stay next time, I promise." Dean replied with a reassuring smile.

"Okay, well, dinner is ready, do you need to wash up Sam?" Dottie watched as he shyly nodded.

"Alright Sam, I'll let you get your dinner date with Dottie started, and I'll head out. But if you need me, just use your cell phone and call me, you have it in your pocket, right?" Dean said as he patted Sam on his back.

"I do Dean, I'll be okay, just don't stay gone too long, okay?" Sam replied with pleading eyes.

"I promise Sam. Hey Dottie, I should be back by ten at the latest, but if you have any concerns or questions just call. Sam is on new meds that are making him a bit sleepy, so he might want to lay down before I get back and that's fine." Dean replied and then started for the door.

"We'll be fine, I thought after we ate, we could watch Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, one of my favorites. I think Sam will like it." Dottie gave Dean a reassuring smile. "Go and have fun Dean."

"Thanks Dottie, I'm sure Sam will love the movie. Be good Sammy, I'll be back soon!" Dean gave his brother a wink and Sam gave a little wave back as the door closed.

"Come on Sammy, let's go get your hands washed so we can eat, I'm starving." Dottie extended her hand to Sam and she was touched when he gave her a shy smile and took it. Dottie at that moment could see why Dean was so devoted. Sam was special.

AN: Thanks to everyone reading and especially reviewing. I have really enjoyed reading all you're comments. And as always, thanks to my wonderful beta, sendintheclowns.