

He was always playing a role, acting through a scene, he had been for months and he was getting very good at it. He turned an analytical eye to all that lay before him, calmly calculating the movements and reactions of those around him to stay ahead of their thoughts and actions. He was free to pursue anything without shame, guilt, or hesitation. Feelings no longer distracted him from goals. Without a soul, Sam could see everything a little bit more clearly. Rape, rape aftermath, and recovery are explored.

It follows season six plot/timeline for several chapters and incorporates quotes from actual episodes. This story is coda until it isn't, because I realized I wanted the boys to have a happy ending.

Episode: s06e20 The Man Who Would Be King.Episode: s06e16 And Then There Were None.Episode: s06e14 Mannequin 3: The Reckoning.Graphic Depictions Of Violence, Rape/Non-Con.
