“you’ve been hunting?” Cas asked, scowling. “i’ve been watching… making sure the monsters stayed away…” he protested, looking quite annoyed that he’d missed some. “I did keep in touch.” he snarked back. “you didn’t want anything to do with me and you made that abundantly clear.” he sighed when he realized Dean was exhausted and Cassie wasn’t much better. “yes, I’ll get her.” Cas agreed, shooting Dean another look even as he gently scooped Cassie up into his arms. She was probably too exhausted to walk, he knew Dean had to be. Only stubbornness and pride would allow him to refuse to let his brother carry him but honestly, Cas was pretty sure Sam wasn’t going to give his brother a choice. “here.” he gently settled her into the car, drapped a blanket over her legs and gave her a pillow so she could make herself more comfortable. “I am sorry that we had to drag you into this.” he admitted. “rest now. We’ll get food after you’ve slept.” he promised.