The dark room lit up bright as day with every bolt of lightning. And with every clap of thunder, the entire house seemed to shake right down to it's foundation.
"We haven't had a storm like this in years.", Cobalt thought to himself as he closed his eyes again. Between the flashing light, loud rumbling, and the howling of the wind, sleep won't come easy tonight.

A few moments later, he felt a gentle nudge at his side. It seems Cobalt's not the only one struggling to get some shut eye. He turned and opened his eyes, and as a flash of light once again floods the room, he can just make out the dark silhouette of his little brother. He pulls back the covers, and without a single word or hesitation, Ruu climbs in bed and snuggles up close to his big bro...

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Art by  Kalida
Cobalt and Ruu © xcliber