I’m Gonna Stand By You
Summary: Dean catches you signing in your room while you think you’re alone in the bunker
Characters: Dean X Reader, Sam Winchester, Castiel
Words: 1,128
This story was inspired by the amazing cover preformed by Danica Evans: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTSkSxj4Z-4
Again I would like to give a huge shoutout to @nichelle-my-belle for helping me edit this short story! She is truly amazing and deserves only good things! :D
You were fresh out of the shower and had the radio blasting. The boys were out on a food run so you knew you had the Bunker to yourself for a solid half-hour. After dancing your way to the dresser you threw on a pair of sweats and one of Dean’s t-shirts. When Shake it Off finished playing you shut off the radio and rummaged under your bed to grab the guitar your brother used to play. You fingers traced the beautifully polished wood and lightly strummed a few of the chords. You loved when your brother would play. Whenever he did it was so easy to picture him as a rock star and that’s how he will forever stay in your heart.
With a deep breath you began playing notes to a new song you had been hearing lately. While you were nowhere near as talented as your brother you were still able to hear that the notes were correct.
“Hands, put your empty hands in mine and scars, show me all the scars you hide and hey, if your wings are broken borrow mine ’til yours can open, too ‘cause I’m gonna stand by you”
The moment you heard the song on the radio it reminded you of Sam, Dean, and Cas. You figured that’s why you enjoyed singing it so much.
“Even if we’re breaking down we can find a way to break through even if we can’t find Heaven, I’ll walk through Hell with you Love, you’re not alone, ‘cause I’m gonna stand by you”
You were so wrapped up in playing you hadn’t noticed the oldest Winchester standing just outside the door listening intently. Dean had come to get you for dinner, but began to groan when he heard you playing the same song that had been on the radio non-stop. He was about to barge in until he realized it wasn’t the radio playing, it was you. Dean had only ever heard you sing in your sleep, but he knew even through the half-formed sentences and hushed tones that your voice was something special. The hunter stood there with a small grin on his face content with staying there all night just to hear you go on. You started up the chorus again and Dean risked talking a peak. What he saw sent his heart racing. It was such a simple picture but you made it shine into a masterpiece. You were concentrating to the point where your face was glistening with sweat. Looking down at your guitar your hair was slipping out from where you tucked it behind your ear, and falling gently into your face. The corners of your mouth were turned up in a slight smile as you sang. Dean had never seen anything so gorgeous in his whole life.
“Uh, Dean?” a gruff voice said from behind making Dean jump. Dean quickly put his finger to his mouth to shush Cas. Unfortunately the action was wasted because Sam came quickly around the corner next with an annoyed look on his face.
“There you guys are, come on! The food is getting cold and-“ Sam stopped and gaped at his brother not believing what he was seeing. Sam stooped down a little and looked right into Dean’s eyes only to see he was on the verge of tears.
“Dean…are…are you crying?” the taller brother asked incredulously.
“What? Shut up! No!” Dean frantically whispered. With Dean being so flustered and the three of them having a whispered argument the boys didn’t realize the music had stopped playing, let alone that you were standing just behind them. You stepped all the way out in to the hall and saw a teasing grin on Sam’s face, Cas looking confused, and Dean’s neck turning the deepest shade of red you had ever seen. They all nearly jumped out of their skin when, at full volume, you said;
“Hi guys!” You look to the three of them and you didn’t think it was possible but you swear you saw Dean turn an ever darker shade of red.
“Hey Y/N, just here to let you know the food’s ready.” Sam said, giving his brother time to collect himself.
“Thanks! Be there in a sec.” you replied with a smile. Sam scurried down the hall but before he rounded the corner he started giggling uncontrollably. You gave a sideways glance to Dean who had murder in his eyes as he watched his little brother leave. Castiel was shifting back and forth clearly not sure if he should stay and comfort his friend.
“Dean…I uh, I have a tissue if you-“
“Nope! That’s…um…not necessary Cas, thank you.” Dean quickly cut off his friend.
“Right, I’m sensing awkwardness so I’ll go help Sam in the kitchen.” The angel disappeared on the spot leaving the pair of you alone.
“So,” You began timidly “I must have sounded pretty bad huh? I mean if it made Dean Winchester get all teary-eyed-“
“Shut up” The hunter said bowing his head with an embarrassed smile on his lips.
“Look, I wasn’t trying to peep or be creepy, I just heard you and…and I didn’t want it to stop.” The sincerity in Dean’s voice made your heart skip a beat. You and Dean had always been close, you were wearing his shirt for God’s sake, but in this moment what you felt was something different entirely. You took a chance and lifted Dean’s chin so his eyes locked with yours. You felt your heart once again skip a beat and his must have done the same because his eyes widened slightly and you could see his pupils dilate. He looked briefly to your lips and you answered his silent question with the smallest nod. His lips locked with yours and all the pieces of your heart were finally at peace. The rage you had about losing your brother to demons lessened, the anxiety you felt about hunting was gone and you knew that you were finally safe. You and Dean broke apart and breathlessly stared at each other.
“You…I…uh,” Dean fumbled over his words and couldn’t seem to form a sentence.
“Dean, are you hungry?” “Starving” Dean answered with a smile of relief.
“Then let’s go.” You replied turning to go down the hall. Before you could take a step you felt Dean’s strong hand grip yours you knew he would never let go.
Hello All! It has been quite some times since I have been on here! Anyway I just wanted to re post this story and make sure you guys know I'm not dead yet! I hope you all are doing well!
