The Forgotten Daughter

~Chapter Five: A Hunters Will~

September 13th, 2008

*Normal POV*

The air was cool and the breeze was soft on the late summer morning. It was an important day for Nicole, for she was now eighteen years old. She sat on the rickety porch in a rocking chair, drinking her coffee and listening to the wind chimes. Fall would soon be upon them and Nicole could not wait, it was her favorite season. Adjusting her shaw, she smiled as she saw a familiar angel appear.

For the past two months, Nicole spent every waking moment with Castiel. He would tell her stories of his past and with each passing day, they would work on her fighting skills. Nicole had become a great deal stronger and now only used her braces and a single forearm crutch. Her right leg remained weaker then her left, but each day she improved immensely.

As Castiel approached Nicole, he dug into his pocket and pulled out a small square box wrapped in newspaper.

"Good morning Cas," Nicole said excitingly looking at her angel.

"Good morning Nicole, " he replied as he held the box out to her, " Happy Birthday. "

She smiled as she sat down her coffee and took the present from the angel. She watched as he sat down next to her and stared at her anxiously.

"Cas, you shouldn't have gotten me a present," Nicole exclaimed as she opened the present.

"I wanted to, it's a special day for you," he replied smiling .

As she opened the box, she gasped at the bracelet before her. She had never seen anything like it before, and as she took it out of the box she inspected the silver bracelet.

"Cas, what does this symbol mean? " she asked holding it up in the air.

"It's an Enochian sigil, it will protect you and keep you hidden from all other angels, " he explained seriously, " It's important you wear it at all times. "

"Why? Aren't angels nice like you?" She questioned curiously.

"I'm afraid not Nicole, some angels have been known to turn and disobey our father," he replied.

"Oh, " she whispered as she placed the bracelet on smiling, " I love it Cas. "

" It brings me great joy to make you happy. "

She felt as though she was floating on air at the sight of his smile. Nicole had began to care greatly for Castiel. At night she would often dream of them together, but she knew that it was not allowed. He was her first crush and when she was with him, she felt happier than she ever had before.

"Have you heard from Bobby?" He asked her curiously.

"He called about an hour ago. He won't be home till late tonight."

" What about, " he began but shook her head no quickly.

" Cas? "

"Yes Nicole," he replied .

"Do you know how to drive?" She asked mischievously.

"Yes, " he said curiously, " Why do you ask? "

She smiled at him, and he sighed knowing she was up to something.

*Nicole's Pov*

An hour later in the old Dodge truck, Cas sat next to me explaining how to drive a standard. I smiled as he explained and played dumb, acting as if I didn't know how. Before the accident, Dean had taught me how to shift the gears and drive a standard, however I had only done it twice before. After hitting a mailbox in Baby, he revoked my driving privileges and now four years later, I sat next to an angel "learning" once more.

" Ok Nicole always make sure the automobile is out of gear, " he explained showing me how to check the shifter.

"Like this," I said as I moved the shifter side to side.

"Yes, now when you start it, hold down the clutch and brake pedal as you turn the key," he continued and I smiled as the truck started.

" Very good, now move the shifter into first gear and slowly press on the gas as you let off the clutch. "

I frowned as I let off too quickly (on purpose) and killed the truck. I looked to him with sad eyes and he smiled reassuringly.

"That is ok, it takes practice. When I learned in the forties it took me nearly a two days to get the car to move," he said informingly.

"Did you look different back then?" I asked curiously .

"Yes, very much so," he smirked, " Now try again, I have faith in you. "

"Ok, so I make sure it isn't in gear, " I repeated and waited for him to nod, " Then I hold down the brake and clutch both to start it. "

"Yes," he said happily.

"And to put it in gear I release the brake and slowly press on the gas once I move it to first," I said earnestly .

He smiled and nodded as the truck began to move. Soon we were driving down the gravel road in front of the house, and closely I listened to the truck waiting to switch gears once more. He look at me surprised and chuckled once he realized I had known all along. I had never heard him laugh and as he did, I felt myself going weak at the knees.

"You knew this whole time," he quipped cheerfully .

"Yes, it's been awhile though. The first time was in this very truck with Bobby. The last time I drove, I was fourteen and Dean revoked my learning privileges after I hit a mailbox in his Impala," I explained laughing.

His eyes grew wide at my revelation and for the first time, I truly saw him panicking and his face become paler.

I laughed harder and almost ran off the road as I looked at him.

"Maybe I should drive, " he said aloud gulping and loosening his tie.

"Why, are you frightened Cas?" I asked giggling .

His eyes grew wide and he looked worriedly at me, "Yes, very much so."

"Alright, " I sighed and pulled over at the crossroads near the house.

As I pulled over, I smiled to him and opened the truck door. Carefully I lifted my legs to the side of the truck and lowered myself down.

"Are you ok? " he asked as he came around to the driver side of the truck.

I smiled, nodding yes to him.

"Sorry I tricked you," I said to him as I walked to the other side of the truck.

" I found it rather humorous, " he replied smiling as he shut the truck door for me and popped in the driver seat out of nowhere.

"Show off, " I said teasingly.

He smirked as he started the truck and began driving once more. As we rode back to Bobby's house, I couldn't help but stare at him. His face was memorizing and I wanted more than anything to kiss him. Reaching over, I saw his right hand resting upon his leg, and nervously I intertwined it with mine.

I began to blush as he smiled at me and as we pulled into the driveway, I couldn't help but feel nervous. Turning the truck off, he popped to the side of the truck next to me and opened my door for me. Stepping down from the truck, I muttered as I lost my grip and was suddenly caught by him. Looking up at him, my eyes got lost in his and slowly our faces became closer to one another.

"Cas," I whispered breathlessly.

He looked at me hungrily before his lips came crashing down onto mine. His strong hands tangled in my hair as his lips explored my own. Never had I been kissed and now more than ever, did I want nothing more than for it to last forever. I brought my left hand up to his cheek allowing it to rest on his short stubble. I knew in that moment I loved Cas and would give anything to be with him. My stomach had felt as though it had butterflies as he broke the kiss and eyed me worriedly.

"I'm sorry," he apologized and helped me to steadily stand.

"Don't be, I wanted it Cas."

He ran his fingers through my hair and sighed as his blue orbs met my green ones. His eyes held so much emotion and I could tell he felt the same as I did.

"You don't know how long I have wanted to kiss you Nicole," he muttered as he stepped away wiping his face, " Words can't describe the way I feel about you.. I have never felt this way before, but the moment I became your protector, I knew there was something special about you. "

"Cas, what are you saying?" I asked worriedly .

"I'm saying that I love you Nicole, I shouldn't, but I do and it terrifies me.. Angels and humans are not supposed to be together," he explained.

"I know that Cas, you told me that many of times already, and quite frankly I don't care, " I began as he looked to me sadly, " The truth is Cas, I love you.. I have ever since you began appearing in my dreams three months ago. "

" You love me? " he questioned in disbelief.

" Yes Cas, I love you.. I love you more than I have ever loved anything. "

He looked at me hungrily and closed the gap between us. His lips melted against mine as he kissed me passionately. Closing the truck door, he pressed his body against mine and pushed me against the truck. His hands tangled themselves in my hair as I wrapped my arms around his neck. He smiled against my my lips and picked me up, wrapping my legs around him. Without moving, he popped us into my bedroom and carefully laid me a top the bed mattress. He pulled back hesitantly and waited for my approval. His eyes were filled with lust and I could feel myself wanting him more.

"I trust you," I whispered breathlessly and tugged gently at his trench coat.

"I've never done this before," he muttered as he kissed my lips innocently .

"Neither have I, but I want to with you Cas," I assured him, " I love you. "

"I love you too Nick," he said happily calling me by my nickname for the first time.

Sitting up, I helped him to pull off his trench coat and nervously I began unbuttoning his shirt. His eyes were fixated on mine and as he shrugged off his shirt, I let my fingers graze his bare skin. He moaned in approval at the feeling of my hands against him and carefully moved me back further into the bed. He hovered over me and kissed me tenderly, before breaking the kiss. As he pulled away, he smiled to me and then began placing kisses down my neck, causing a moan to escape my lips.

"Is that ok?" He asked worriedly as he pulled away.

"It's more than ok, I like it a lot Cas," I assured him.

"You're so beautiful," he whispered breathlessly as he brushed my bangs from my face.

I chuckled at his words and leaned up pressing his lips to mine. As he fumbled with the hem of my shirt, a car horn blared outside causing us both to jump. Quickly Cas stood up and in a flash was fully dressed again.

"It's Bobby, he's back early, " he explained as he helped me to sit up, " I'm sorry Nicole. "

I looked at him confused, " What for Cas? "

"Having to end things, I doubt he would be happy to see a strange man in your room," he explained with a smile.

"I doubt that too... Are you leaving?" I asked curiously.

"I won't be long," he assured me, helping me to stand, " I love you, and no matter how wrong this maybe, I want you to know I'm not going anywhere. "

"I know Cas, I love you too," I exclaimed as I kissed him tenderly.

As the kiss broke, he hugged me before kissing my hair and disappearing. My heart clenched as he left, and I couldn't help but feel sad to be away from him. My mind kept replaying his words in my head, Cas, my Cas, loved me.

Walking from my room, I walked to the front door to open it for Bobby. As I opened the front door, I waved at him and walked slowly down the ramp to meet him.

"There's the birthday girl," Bobby said smiling at me, " Look at you! Only using the one crutch.. I am so proud of you Nick. "

"I thought you weren't gonna be home till late tonight," I replied as I hugged the older man.

"Well the case wrapped up quicker than I thought it would," he explained as he grabbed his duffle bag, " I couldn't stand the thought of leaving my girl alone on her birthday. "

"Thanks Bobby."

" No thanks needed, " he chuckled as he slammed the Chevelle's door, " How about I take you to dinner, huh. "

"That sounds nice, thanks Bobby."

"Anything for my girl, " he began but stopped as he saw Dodge, " Hey Nick why is the truck over there? "

I smiled and blushed knowing well I was caught, " I moved it there.. I drove today. "

His eyes went wide and I laughed as I grabbed a hold of his arm. The day was only halfway over and already was it the best birthday I had ever remembered having.

*Castiel POV*

It pained me to leave her but after everything that had just happened, I had to. My heart pounded constantly in my chest as I stood on the side of a mountain in the Highlands of Scotland. I needed to think about everything before going back to Heaven. I had grown to care for her for three years now and I loved her with every fibre of my being. I couldn't believe that she loved me.. She actually loved me.

Panic and happiness both overcame me as I popped into Heaven and made my way to Joshua. The two of us had become close over the past three years. Walking through the various heaven halls, I tried to stow my feelings to keep from raising suspicion. Walking to end of the hall I smiled as I saw Joshua in the garden on his knees, pruning his flowers.

"Well, well, well.. Look who seems to be in a good mood," the older angel teased as he looked at me.

" Its her Birthday today, " I announced as I sat on a bench next to him.

" That's right, it is isn't it, " he began as he leaned back onto his knees, " I sense there is more to your happiness than that Castiel. "

"She said she loved me today," I explained as he eyed me curiously, " She also kissed me. "

"Uh Huh, " he muttered standing and joining me on the bench, " Castiel, you know what I told you.. You must now keep her safe more than ever. Your union with one another was predestined, however no one can know Castiel. If the other angels knew they would kill you and her both. "

"But if it's destined, why would they kill her," I asked worriedly .

"Because they do not know of the plans for her.. Nicole is stronger than either of her brothers, and if the angels knew how much you cared for her, they would use her as leverage to get you to obey. "

"I don't understand Joshua. This feeling inside me, I have never felt this before. I am terrified and at the same time.. "

"In love Castiel.. The feeling is love."

" Why does it have to be so difficult, " I muttered sadly.

"Because love is not easy Castiel. It is hard, it takes patience, but most of all of takes faithfulness, " he began as he placed a hand upon my shoulder," The time is upon us Castiel, the first seal is halfway broken... The righteous man has began torturing souls in hell. "

My eyes grew wide as he spoke and I knew he meant Dean.

"The job Naomi has for me, it's to pull Dean out isn't it? " I asked, praying I was wrong.

"Yes Castiel, you must be the one to do it. God has commanded it," he replied frowning as he looked to me.

"When?"

" She will call you soon Castiel, " he whispered.

"But when, how long from now?"

" Today Castiel, she will want to fight tomorrow... In order to rescue Dean, you will have to fight your way through hell.. It will not be easy, But you must be the one to do it, " he sighed taking off his gloves," I trust the Winchester girl is prepared to fight once more. "

"She was always ready, but now she is stronger," I explained leaning forward with my head in my hands, " Each day she is improving but at the same time hurting just as much.. She mourns her brother and misses Sam."

"They will reunite soon Castiel, I'm almost certain it will help her."

"I pray it does.. I can't tell her can I ?" I asked knowingly.

"No you can not I'm afraid.. When the time comes you will have to leave her. You must not tell her Castiel, when the time is right she will know.. Did you give her the bracelet?" He inquired looking at me worriedly.

" Yes I did, I told her it was to protect her Joshua. "

"Good, she should be safe with you gone," he sighed relieved.

"Joshua.. Is it wrong that I love her so much?"

He smiled at me and shook his head, " No Castiel it is not... You must go now, Naomi is calling for you. "

I nodded and stood from the bench. As I grabbed the handle to the garden doors, I heard Joshua call out my name once more:

"Castiel, when you are done here, go to her... Spend as much time as you can with her.. You may not get the chance for a long time again. "

I smiled sadly at him and nodded. Walking down the halls to Naomi, I tried to clear my mind the best way to could. No matter what happened to me, I had to keep Nick safe..

*Nicole's POV*

Riding home in the Chevelle with Bobby, I couldn't stop thinking of Cas. I couldn't believe that he actually loved me and was willing to go against everything to be with me. I could still taste his lips up in my own and I prayed I could see him again soon.

Dinner with Bobby had went well, he took me to a nice restaurant in Downtown Sioux Falls and told me of his recent trip. He had yet to find Sam and I knew deep down it was killing him. I had slowly began to move on without my brothers and each day had become a little easier. I missed Dean and I missed Sam, but at times I felt as though I had a fresh start at it all.

Looking away from the car window, my eyes wandered down to the bracelet upon my wrist. It was a beautiful silver and had upon it sat three charms. One of the charms was a silver cross along with the Enochian sigil. The last charm was a small sapphire stone, it was my birthstone. I smiled at bracelet and then thought of Cas.

"What's ya got there kiddo," Bobby said looking too my bracelet.

"It's a new bracelet," I replied hoping he would change the subject.

"Well I can see that, where did you get it huh? A secret admirer?" Bobby said chuckling .

I rolled my eyes at the old man and hated telling him a lie, " No, I ordered it.. I thought it was very pretty. "

He smiled at me, " Well it is I suppose.. I got you a present on the way back today. Look in the back seat Nick. "

Turning around, I felt the floorboard for a box and as I found it, I couldn't stop smiling. Turning back around, I hurriedly tore the paper upon the box and like a kid on Christmas squealed as I opened the box.

"I felt like you needed to have one of your own," he began as I eyed the custom handgun.

"I love it Bobby," I exclaimed as I inspected it over, " It's a 5906 isn't it? "

"That's my girl, " Bobby chimed happily, " I want to see how good you are at aiming still. It's been a while since you have used a gun Nick. "

"It hasn't been that long. What do you think I do for fun when your gone."

" Well that explains the missing ammo after all these years, I thought your idjit brothers were taking it, " he laughed aloud.

As we pulled into the driveway, Bobby helped me out of the car and to the shooting area of the yard. As he sat up the targets, I sat against the hood of an old international that Bobby had yet to rebuild.

"There ya go kiddo, let me see what ya got," he said as he joined me by the truck.

Leaning against the truck, I stood the best I could without my crutch and lined myself to the target before me. Once satisfied with my aim, I took a deep breath and pulled the trigger. A loud ping hit the target and I heard Bobby laugh as he looked to where I shot. I smiled as I saw the small bullet hole in the middle of the target.

"Beginners luck, " Bobby teased.

"Uh huh, I'm sure it is... How about I bet you ten bucks I can do it again," I said mischievously, pulling out two five dollar bills from my plaid shirt.

"Oh your on girly," he quipped happily as he set down ten bucks on the old truck.

Aiming once more at the target, I closed my eyes and breathed deeply. Opening my eyes I pulled the trigger and waited to hear a long once more. Lowering the gun I smiled as I saw it hit slightly above the last bullet hole. I laughed looking at Bobby as he stared in disbelief at the target.

" You weren't kidding when you said you had practiced, " he exclaimed fixing his ball cap up in his head.

"Nope, I had to do something. A person can only Bake so much," I chuckled as I put the gun back in its case .

"Thank you Bobby, I truly love the gun. It's nice to have my own now."

" Anything for my girl, " he replied smiling, " Nick, I know I'm not one for chick flick moments, but I want you to know I am so proud of you.. I know I'm not your dad, but I consider you mine kiddo. "

"You may not be my father by blood Bobby, but you have been more of a dad then John ever was to me."

The old man pulled me to him and hugged me tight. To me Bobby was my dad not John. Bobby had always made me feel loved and felt as though I belonged, where as John, pushed me away.

"I love ya kiddo," Bobby said heavily trying to cover his emotions .

" I love you too. "

As I laid in bed that night, my mind kept replaying the days events. Today was indeed a special day and one I would never forget. The flutter of wings chimed in my ears, and as I sat up. I smiled at the angel before me.

"Hey you."

" I'm sorry it took so long, I had a meeting with my superiors, " he explained removing his trench coat.

"I was beginning to worry I scared you away, " I chuckled.

He smirked at me and sat upon the edge of the bed, grabbing my hand. By the look upon his face, I could tell something was wrong and instantly worry overcame me.

"Cas, sweetheart what's wrong?" I asked worriedly as I placed my hand over his.

His eyes were filled with emotion and he took a deep shuddering breath. He looked as though he could cry as his blue eyes looked to me. Leaning forward, I wrapped my arms around him and held his head against my chest.

He wrapped his arms around me tightly and sighed, " I have been given new orders. I am still your protector, but they are needing me in battle Nick. I have to leave at dawn and report to my superiors. "

My stomach ached at his words, " How long are you going to be gone Cas?"

He pulled back hesitantly, and brushed my hair from my face, " Not long I pray.. As soon as I am able, I will return back to you.. The bracelet I gave you, you must not take it off, it will protect you while I am away. "

" I don't want you to go, " I muttered sadly closing my eyes.

" I don't want to Nick, I would give anything to stay with you, " he whispered as he kissed my lips.

"I love you," I whispered as he broke the kiss.

"I love you too, " he replied breathlessly.

I looked at him longing for his touch, and in that moment I needed him completely.

"Cas.. I need you."

He looked at me hungrily before crashing hips lips down upon mine. Leaning me back, he brushed my hair aside and kissed down my neck and chest. His body hovered over me as he kissed me and eagerly I began undoing his shirt. He moaned as my fingers trailed down his stomach and near the top of his pants. Pulling away, he looked down to my legs and carefully removed the braces, placing them on the floor. Sitting up I raised my arms and nodded, giving him approval to remove my shirt.

"Nick are you sure?" he asked nervously .

"I trust you Cas.. Please."

Slowly he grabbed onto the hem of my shirt and as he lifted it up, let his chapped fingers grazed my skin seductively. I moaned in approval as he gently held my right breast in his hand and kissed my neck more., Causing waves of ecstasy to crash down on me.

My fingers fiddled with the button upon his pants and finally when they were undone, he stood allowing them to fall down to his ankles. The moonlight shined bright upon his bare skin as I looked at him in awe.

"I've never done this before," he said informingly.

"Neither have I.. We will learn together Cas," I replied and slowly began to remove my night pants.

He gazed hungrily at my legs and back up my body to my eyes, " You are so beautiful. "

"So are you."

I

Scooting to the edge of the bed, I dipped my finger fingers into his boxers and looked at him waiting for a signal to continue.

"Please," he begged as his voice shuddered with emotion.

Looking back down, I gasped as his large member sprang free from his boxers. Reaching out, I nervously wrapped my hand around his leaking head and listened as he moaned loudly.

"Is that alright?" I questioned seductively.

His eyes went wide as he looked at me and before I knew it, he picked me up and laid me back down once more. He kissed me fiercely down my body, causing moans to erupt from my body. Lining himself up at my entrance, he placed a hand upon my cheek and awaited my approval. I nodded nervously and prepared myself. Slowly he pushed into my core and I gasped in pain as he broke my hymen.

"I'm sorry, " he muttered repeatedly as he wiped a stray tear from my cheek, " I'm sorry. "

He kissed me tenderly and I nodded for him to move once more. The pain began to fade and soon my body was sent shaking into waves of pleasure.

"Cas, " I moaned loudly as he pushed in and out of me, " Faster! Faster Cas!"

He pounded my body faster, causing my vision to blur as I orgasmed and cried out. His hands gripped my hips and soon his body trembled and seized against mine as he came deep within me. His body fell in exhaustion a top of mine, and I smiled breathlessly as his head laid upon my breast.

"That was -"

"The most fantastic thing I have ever felt before, " he began chuckling as he looked up at me.

"I love you so much Cas."

"I love you too, my angel," he whispered kissing me once more .

He stayed with me until dawn and as he left, I couldn't stop the tears from falling. I didn't know what battle he was called to fight for, however I just prayed that soon he would come back to me...

TO BE CONTINUED...