I don't know, but I think I see a lot of humanity in the demon. It's not perfect, it's not even good, but it is there in all those gestures he does. Even something as simple as the car ride with Sam's head in his lap. He showed considerable restraint (more than I would in the same situation). :) I just hope Sam hangs on and keeps working at it. His 84-year-old self might not have been able to, but his 20+ self can if he wants it bad enough, and I think he does.

Your Ruby has grown on me over these two stories. I never liked her in the show, but you make her so much more likable.

There was just so much emotion and sadness in this chapter. I really feel for Sam. Dean, too, actually. He is struggling within himself to remember who he was. I believe it is still there, somewhere. The moment of emotional turmoil when Sam asked for the kiss just turned into all kinds of HOT!!!! I must say, it really seemed like Sam knew how to reach out to the demon. Kind of like initial contact of some sort.

And the end just hurt so much. I absolutely love what a struggle it is for Dean to say anything. It fits so perfectly with the character you've created. Even just the word "I" was a huge step for your handsome demon. And even though the interaction was incredibly emotional in a sad way, I took hope in the intimacy of their touches and that one single word.

Great update and thank you!! I will have to beg sooner. :)