Yeah so this first chapter is really short but the next ones hopefully won't be as short as this. Title is taken from the song "Everlasting Arms" by Vampire Weekend.
"Sorry, I didn't see you there, man," blurted out the boy who had just tripped and fell right on top of him. It was Castiel's first day of second grade at his new school. Currently, the class was outside for recess. Castiel sat on the ground, his nose stuck in a small book. He looked up at the boy who had tripped over him, who had quickly regained his stance after he had fallen. He had wind-mussed blond hair and a splash of freckles across his nose and cheeks, which were slightly flushed from physical activity. His eyes were bright green and they were bursting with the livelyhood of a seven year old.
After staring at each other for several minutes, Castiel replied, "It's quite alright." Unsure as to whether or not he should introduce himself, the other boy beat him to it.
"I'm Dean. Dean Winchester. I don't recognize you, are you new here?" Dean stated. He spoke very quickly, and he watched Castiel with rapt attention, waiting to see what his reply would be.
"Castiel Novak. Yes, my family moved to Lawrence just over the summer so I had to switch schools," Castiel mumbled softly, for he didn't talk very much since he did not usually enjoy attention. However, Dean seemed to hear him just fine, and he plopped himself down next to Castiel.
Dean seemed to consider Castiel's words. "Huh. That's cool, I guess, as long as you like it here. I've lived here my whole life." Dean stated with pride for his hometown. "So," Dean continued, "first day, I'm guessing you probably don't know many people yet?"
Castiel stared at Dean again, a bit embarrassed that he had not yet gained any friends and that Dean seemed to know it. He carefully replied, "You... would be correct, yes."
"How about I show you around here? I'll introduce you to people, try to find you some friends. What do you say?"
Castiel thought over this for a moment. "Alright, Dean." The words had barely left his mouth before Dean had yanked him to his feet.
"Cool! Everyone's gonna love you, Cas, don't worry. You'll fit in just fine!" Dean addressed Castiel in a gleeful tone. He tugged him across the playground toward the other kids.
Castiel sighed as he felt his arm being pulled out of its socket. What have I got myself into, he thought to himself.
