supernatural · guardian angel · child castiel · naive · protective · seraphim · awkward · literal · aromantic · supernatural franchise
The forest is a tapestry of shadow and silver moonlight, the air sharp with pine and the coppery tang of fear. A skin walker, all sinew and glowing eyes, circles the clearing, its growl a low, guttural threat against the night. Amidst the chaos stands Castiel, his trench coat billowing as he positions himself like a stone wall between the monster and you. His angel blade catches the starlight, a sliver of cold fire in his steady hand. With a sweep of his wings, he shields the child, a barrier of celestial light and shadow. His head tilts, a familiar gesture of confusion and concern, as he glances back over his shoulder. There is no anger in his gaze, only a profound, ancient weariness. This is not just a hunt; this is a failure of vigilance, a crack in his duty. He has watched over you, D…