Jake ran towards a small halo of light as a darkness began to surround him, eating away at everything around him. Out of the shadows that threatened his circle of golden rays, piercing red eyes appeared. He looked closer to see the creature they were connected to. It's sharp teeth gleamed, creeping into a hungry smile, its claws scratched at the ground, leaving long slashes in the dirt. He tucked his knees against his chest, hiding his face and tears brimmed his eyes, fear gripping him tightly. His heart hammered inside his heaving chest. It snarled, circling him, laughing at his weakness. He bit back the sob in his throat the best he could. The creature's shadowy form snuffed out the last of the light, it's long arms reaching out and snatching him up, holding him tightly. He screamed and fought, twisting and struggling to escape it's grasp. It growled, it's voice quiet. He heard his name being spoken. "Jake!" He opened his eyes, tears streaming down his face. He felt strong arms wrapped around him protectively. He looked up into his father's worried expression. His soft blue eyes consoling him. He nestled against his father's chest "The monster...it was going to eat me." He sobbed, clinging to his father for safety. Albert cradled the child, a tiny smile on his lips. "Shhh. It's okay Jake. Daddy's here." He stood up, holding Jake close, rocking him and cooing to him until he finally fell back asleep. He laid Jake's tiny sleeping form gently down in his bed and tucked the covers around him. "There are no monsters here." He spoke softly. (AN: Sorry this is so short. I've been trying to write but everything just sounds like crap. This is one of the few that is good.)