[Castiel very much prefers joking to self-deprecating. He realizes that now isn't the time for anything long and involved, but at least he's made the point. The fact that Dean goes back for one last, quick kiss is unexpected, but ultimately a good thing. It means he's somewhat comfortable with all of this.
They don't have to talk about it immediately. Castiel's willing to allow some time for both of them to think it over. But at least there isn't this tension stretched out between them now.
He grabs some disinfectant wipes and focuses on Dean's stomach next, where the brand had been, wiping away the blood and cleaning out the wound.]
Apologies. I didn't mean to overwork you. [Castiel says it around a smile. Teasing like this is still possible, so not that much has changed between them. Oddly enough, it's surprisingly natural. Seeing how he's human now, shouldn't be be allowed to enjoy some of the benefits?]
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They don't have to talk about it immediately. Castiel's willing to allow some time for both of them to think it over. But at least there isn't this tension stretched out between them now.
He grabs some disinfectant wipes and focuses on Dean's stomach next, where the brand had been, wiping away the blood and cleaning out the wound.]
Apologies. I didn't mean to overwork you. [Castiel says it around a smile. Teasing like this is still possible, so not that much has changed between them. Oddly enough, it's surprisingly natural. Seeing how he's human now, shouldn't be be allowed to enjoy some of the benefits?]