Reviewer: SamGirl2011andBeyond (Signed) · Date: 15/04/12 07:38 PM · On: Chapter 1

Aww! Love tough big brother Dean!

Geez, I'm jealous of how well you write Dean.

Author's Response:

Awwww....*blushes*....

Thank you, Laina,

A lot of people came out with tags for that episode, and it was just one of those endings that prodded us to draw out more of what happened 'off-camera', so to speak. For me, it was one of those itches that drove me mental until I scratched it.

And I really wanted some acknowledgement of that little flinch Sam did when Dean drew the knife. Dean must have seen it, even though he didn't comment on it - at least, not at that moment.

Oh, those boys just break our hearts, don't they?

Jules

Reviewer: ritsam (Signed) · Date: 01/03/10 01:05 AM · On: Chapter 1

Awesome ending of 'the end'. I mean, that destruction, croatoan virus weren't completely Sam's fault. Everyone was responsible for the rising of the apocalypse. Dean broke the first seal, and Sam did the last, who knew killing Lilith would bring hell on the earth! And 'The future Dean' was unbearable, I don't like him. Our Dean is way cool.

And honestly, Sam in the white suit'd left me breathless. I was drooling all over my T.V set. Those 10 minutes are just hilarious. 

Awesome story, love it.

Ritu. 

Author's Response:

I'm with you - it wasn't entirely Sam's fault. And I have the feeling that even if he did have all the intel about what was really going on, somehow Heaven and Hell would have manipulated him to get their desired result in the end - even conspiring would not have been beneath them. 

Both boys were lied to repeatedly by both sides. And I'm still waiting for it to be revealed not only that an angel and/or demon changed that phone message that drove Sam over the edge, but also that Cas was the one who let Sam out of the panic room. 

The future Dean was scary in his intensity and callousness, wasn't he? Definitely not like our Dean at all. I'm glad in a way that Dean got to see that - got to see that he's not human without Sam either. He had quite a few shocks during his little trip. 

And while it wasn't the result that slimeball Zachariah hoped for, it was definitely the outcome we were happy with - the brothers reunited. 

Go Team Free Will!

Oh, and didn't Jared rock that performance as Lucifer? My gosh....I really hope his agent does the right thing by him - that young man has so much talent. It would be a sin to go to waste.

Jules

Reviewer: Micaiah (Signed) · Date: 29/11/09 12:54 AM · On: Chapter 1

I still wonder if Dean actually told Sam the whole truth about his trip to the future.  On one hand, you would hope so since they are trying to be more honest but on the other hand you would think Dean would keep it to himself because how would Sam react to that?

Nice tag. :)

Author's Response:

Thank you.

I'd like to believe that Dean would have told Sam so they could both try to prevent that particular future happening. And I think that the little glimpse of that future, whether it was genuine or Zachariah's fabrication to get Dean to say yes to Michael, shook him to his core and renewed his determination to save his brother. 

Thanks so much for reading. 

Jules

Reviewer: saltnburnem (Signed) · Date: 21/10/09 10:09 PM · On: Chapter 1

Great tag!  I'm glad Dean told Sam all about the future.  The conversations, Sam's insecurity, Dean having to explain himself better to Sam.....all rang true and clear.  You captured them, that's for sure....and I'm glad you set them on the right track!  Good job!  Come back soon:)


Author's Response:

Thanks so much for that. I wish someone would set the boys back on the right track - they need each other. 

I did wonder at Sam's flinch though, when Dean pulled the knife, and it broke my heart. That, and the way that Sam had trouble meeting Dean's eyes - it was just so sad. 

But I felt they had to talk, and I really wanted to eavesdrop on that little conversation, so - hence the tag. 

Thanks so much for reading. And I will be back soon, I promise.

Jules

Reviewer: supernaturaldh (Signed) · Date: 20/10/09 06:28 PM · On: Chapter 1

Excellent tag Jules, I loved it.  Denise

Author's Response:

Aww, Denise - thanks hun. It's a field I rarely dabble in - think I've only written two missing scenes/tags in all - this makes three.

Thanks for the pretty stars, too. 

Jules

Reviewer: vonnie836 (Signed) · Date: 18/10/09 03:27 PM · On: Chapter 1

Thanks for writing this one. I would have loved to see Dean explain things to Sam like this. He really took things to heart and I think it shocked him to see what happened to him without Sam. Every value he had, everything he treasured was suddenly without meaning. Friendship, loyalty, they were only words without meaning. He had two choices to prevent this from happening. The first was let Michael in, but that would mean loosing himself and leaving Sam behind or second doing what he did. I agree that this was the only way. Together they are stronger. They always have kept each other sane and on the right path. I'm glad Dean finally decided to fight for his brother. 

I liked how Dean noticed things like Sam choosing a car like the Impala and that he didn't sleep much. He noticed some of the apprehension and how Sam started to loose some tension. Small things and yet a great start down the right road. And there was even some eyerolling and laughing from Sam.

I hope work will settle down and you will be able to get your muse back. Stay healthy and don't work too much. See you soon. Hugs, Vonnie

Author's Response:

Thanks, Vonnie.

Me too, hun. It was certainly a pretty savage wake-up call for Dean, wasn't it? That shock on his face when he realised that the last words he'd spoken to Sam were in that phone call. And then seeing Lucifer in Sam's body, knowing his brother had to be gone, burned up by the fallen angel's possession - I was close to tears myself. 

And yep, totally agree. They are much stronger together. Dean was right - they keep each other human. They always have.

Jules

Reviewer: darkhunter (Signed) · Date: 17/10/09 02:25 PM · On: Chapter 1

That was a brilliant tag, i loved it, hope you have a nice rest and happy reading, looking forward to your new story when ever you are ready.

Author's Response:

Thank you, Lindsay. I'm so glad you loved it. Tags are hard, and I usually stay right away from them, but there was just something about this one - Vanessa had the same feeling, actually. There was just so much wonderful stuff to play with at the end of that scene, so many possibilities. 

And don't worry - I won't be gone long. New story is in the works. Hmm - make that three....

Jules

Reviewer: bia1007 (Signed) · Date: 17/10/09 10:02 AM · On: Chapter 1

After the terrible time the boys were separated (in the most bitter way) I needed this explanation as much as Sam - Dean telling Sam what made him change his mind and apologize. It's always extremely hard but Dean's apology was one of the best ones I've ever heard, honest and heartfelt and I love the thought he told Sam what he'd become without his brother, his other half, on his side - "Listen to me, man. Don't you get it? It was me, okay? But it - it was me - without you. And it was ugly."

An explanation, an apology and a promise: The elder Winchester nodded, pinning his brother with an intent stare. "Well, just make sure you do, I don't want to lose you." Sam's eyes widened as he took in the real meaning behing the gruff statement. Slowly, his shoulders lowered a fraction, a little of the tension seeping from his body. "You won't", he promised. Perfect and wonderfully written! Thank you!

Happy holidays for you and your muse  and I'm looking forward to have you back in December!

Author's Response:

Hullo, Sabine.

Oh, it was horrible, wasn't it? Something always goes horribly wrong when the boys aren't together. And I agree - I needed the explanation too. 

And I think Dean needed to get it out, too, even though he's far from the caring and sharing type. But he'd been shocked and horrified by what he'd seen, especially the changes in his future self, and I think that he would have told Sam not just because Sam deserved to know, but so that they could both take steps to ensure that it doesn't happen. And I think Dean figured out why the future Sam said yes - because he had no hope left. Seeing Lucifer in Sam's body really brought it home to Dean that his brother needs him just as much as he needs Sam. 

Thanks hun - I'll be back soon.

Jules

Reviewer: Lbdba (Signed) · Date: 16/10/09 08:20 PM · On: Chapter 1

Excellent!

Author's Response:

Thank you! And thank you so much for stopping by. Reviews are gold.

Jules

Reviewer: penmin (Signed) · Date: 16/10/09 04:58 PM · On: Chapter 1

Nice to read this again, just as good the second time around too.

So you're going to catch up on some reading...*hurries off to tidy up Bio* just incase you stop by...Have a good rest, the Muses forget we're only human...think mine is part Dryad, she always seems to vanish into my garden, lots of trees there.

Jacq

Author's Response:

Thanks, Jacq, and thank you so much once again for giving me your kind permission to keep going.

Say what??? Do NOT touch that bio! There's nothing wrong with it! LOL. And yep, have been catching up on my reading - grabbed a few of your little gems along the way. Oh, I know what you mean - my muse is a psychopath. Some days I wish she'd disappear into the garden, or jump in the fish pond, but she packs her bags and legs it up the street, the slack tart. If only she'd stay in the yard, she'd be easier to catch when I need her back. 

Jules

Reviewer: calUK (Signed) · Date: 16/10/09 03:48 PM · On: Chapter 1

Oh, I'm reading alright - and loving every word! The layers in this are captivating; I've read a couple of tags to this episode and yours is by far the best. Those little nuggets of memory running through the present, echoing what's happening so hauntingly, so aptly, they could almost have been written just for this!

There's a lovely feeling of brotherhood running through this as well, in  way that the show was missing. I've no doubt the evil mastermind has a plan, but right now, I like your version better!

But under all that, is a sense of foreboding. Somehow, all Dean's resolution to change the future, his determination that he already has, feels kind of futile. On the show, I can see him brooding with those steely eyes, against a lowering sky, one of those scenes where yo just know it's all gonna go so horribly horrible... *shivers*

Awesome tag - Thanks for sharing!

Cal

Oh, and I could do the kissing if the Lord of Hell is otherwise engaged!

Author's Response:

LOL - thanks Cal. And huge congrats for getting author of the month - so well deserved. I've taken a couple of walks through your world, and am very impressed - not to mention still thoroughly creeped out by that little fic with the hands on the window.....*shudders*....

I'm with you, thinking that Kripke has a plan, but oh, it's so hard to watch at times what the boys are going through. And I'm just hoping that they don't use one against the other - I have a terrible feeling that if that plick Zachariah finds Sam, he'll threaten to throw him to Lucifer if Dean doesn't say yes to Michael. It's just what the slimy toad would do. 

Yes, there is a bit of desperation, isn't there? For now, I'm going with the Pollyanna approach - that by calling Sam and getting him back, and telling him what happened, Dean can prevent that future from happening by changing the present. 

And then, there's always the speculation that it really was manipulated by Zachariah to get Dean to say yes. I'm so glad that backfired on the son of a bitch. 

Kissing - ROFL! Me, too. Can we share? LOL

Thanks again - it was great having you along for the ride.

Jules

Reviewer: Maureen Nesbitt (Signed) · Date: 16/10/09 11:31 AM · On: Chapter 1

FANTASTIC!!!!  That was really great and It would be so good if that's the way their future panned out, because even if Dean can't forget what Sam did,  he needs to forgive him, and rebuild the relationship and bond they had before Ruby. Loved this story, Thanks..

Author's Response:

Thanks, Maureen. I agree - they need to forgive and rebuild their broken bond. They need each other.

Even though Sam did change and followed a demon, I don't think Dean was entirely blameless during S4, either. They both did and said things that only served to pull them further apart. And there are still some secrets that need to come out. But I can't find it in me to be angry at Sam, despite what he did. He was being manipulated by angels and demons alike - what chance did the kid have, really? Zachariah even told Dean that he'd make sure Sam did what he was meant to do. 

So when you think about it, Sam didn't have free will after all. He really was just a human nuclear warhead....*sniffles*

Let's hope that Dean will remember what he said to Cas in the angel Green Room, and work towards restoring his family.

Jules

Reviewer: ziggy (Signed) · Date: 16/10/09 09:28 AM · On: Chapter 1

Hmm, for someone whose lips are sealed a lot slipped out! LOL!  Just because I said it before you did - though in your case it would be Jensen - and your hands would probably be in the air as well *pokes tongue and runs off laughing*!  And wine and cheese - don't think I had any cheese when I was in Australia (perhaps I should fly back over and try some!) but will admit to having had a few glasses of cold Aussie red, and very nice they were too!

As for your muse, I can testify to the fact that you are not an axe murderer, spent two weeks in Brisbane with you and all my limbs are still intact and I was definitely not decapitated!

I digress, so must now concentrate on my review!

Awesome tag sis, could so have imagined this happening if the epi had continued.  Spot on Sam's wariness for want of a better word, not totally sure why Dean had called him and wondering if he would use Ruby's knife on him.  But perfect how Dean explained that it was what he became in the future that prompted his call, not because Sam was Lucifer's meatsuit.  If they are going to stand any chance of changing the future they have to do it united and together.

Will be ready and waiting when your muse gets back in line sis and hope that real life calms down for you soon.

Sarah

Author's Response:

Hey, sis,

No cheese with that wine? LOL. And my hands wouldn't be in the air, hun, they'd be somewhere else....

No, I'm not an axe murderer - at least, I don't think so. 

Yes, I'm with you - Sam was wary, and hesitant, and it was so sad seeing him that way with his own brother. I'm wondering how the weight of Sam's guilt doesn't crush him where he stands, actually. Hope Dean stays right at his side just in case he does buckle under the strain. 

Thanks sis - the muse hasn't come back as yet, but I'm hopeful...

Jules