Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without

I've been doing the E/O Challenge for a little while, this is on FanFiction.net where you're sent a prompt word by Enkidu07 or Onyx Moonbeam and you have to use it in an exactly 100 word-long story.

This week the word of the week was "Storm" and everyone seemed to write a damn fine drabble.


(this is an advert for 'Artemis', a UK Investment company - everytime I see it I think of Supernatural)

Disclaimer: I don't own Supernatural or its characters - these were created by Eric Kripke - I'm just borrowing them. I'm not making any commercial gain. No harm or infringement intended.

E/O Challenge: Storm. 'The Storm' a 100 word drabble. A storm rages overhead triggering unpleasant memories. Spoilers for up to early season 7. Non-Wincest Hurt/Comfort.

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The Storm

Sam's arms were wrapped around his knees as he whimpered and shook like a leaf.

He covered his mouth to muffle cries of terror at the memories of Hell triggered by thunder rumbling overhead.

Dean exited the bathroom and saw Sam's desperate state and the silent, pleading expression in his tear-stained eyes.

"Okay, just for tonight," he agreed.

Sam jumped into Dean's bed, his older brother's strong arms keeping him safe from the storm.

Later, when Dean found himself lost in his own nightmares, a cool hand stroked his forehead.

"Thanks, Cas," he mumbled as he slipped into restful sleep.

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