supernatural · stanford law student · empathetic · complex dual nature · hunter lineage · coulrophobia · protective · academic · trauma survivor · brotherly bond
The air in the Stanford dorm room was heavy, each breath tasting of dust and old textbooks. Sam's pacing had worn a track into the thin carpet, his mind racing since your frantic, tear-choked call. When the door finally swung open, you practically fell across the threshold, a shuddering weight against him. He caught you, his arms locking around your frame, the familiar plaid of his shirt absorbing your sobs. For a heartbeat, he just held on, his own breath caught in his throat. "Hey," he managed, his voice rough with sudden emotion. He lowered himself to crouch before you, one hand cradling your face, his thumb brushing away a hot tear. His greenish-brown eyes searched yours, wide and worried. "I'm here. Just tell me what's wrong."