The flickering lights all exploded in their sockets, electricity and white light surrounding her in a cloud, burning away the demon before her, not dead, she knew, just gone for now.
Sam ran in followed closely by Dean, as the energy formed a pair of wings that hovered behind her, her feet lifting a few feet off the ground, the ceiling browning with scorch marks. Random other things in the room rose with her, an old vase, a lamp, some books. They had to cover their eyes because of how brightly she glowed, the intense white burning through their eyelids, even searing holes in her clothes. Then it all stopped, the objects crashing to the floor and shattering, Lily dropping down among them, falling softly onto the rug.
Dean ran forward, not worrying about the potential risk and was kneeling at her side in moments.
"Lilly. LILLY. Damn it," he picked her up, feeling the intense heat under her skin, and gently put her down on the couch. His next breath was to call Cas, but as he began the prayer, she sat straight up and gasped for a breath, her eyes flying open and staying wide as her breathing tried to catch up to her rapidly pounding heart.
"Jesus, Lil, calm down," Dean said, trying to get rid of his panic. Sam and Bobby had made it to them now too.
"Are you okay, Lily? What happened?" Sam asked.
"Give her some space, boys," Bobby prompted, as she still worked to catch her breath. She stopped and winced.
"It was Crowley," she replied at last. Dean's jaw set, and he looked ready to go after him, expression only getting worse as she told the rest of the story.
"He said it was a test, he wanted to know if my powers... If I could stop him, I think. I panicked. He... he wanted to see how far he could push before I broke," she said, quiet, but factual, almost as though she was just an observer in her own life. Dean found it strange. He suddenly felt like he had been talking to Castiel.
"It's okay Lily. We'll set up some extra wards to keep him out. And call Cas too. Why don't you head upstairs and try to calm down a little? Dean will make some hot chocolate, and we'll be up in a little bit," Sam suggested.
"Okay," she said, like she wasn't worried anymore because of them. They could tell she was just putting on a brave face.
When she was gone, they called Cas, who was very confused.
"What's wrong? I only left five minutes ago."
They filled in the details that Lily had given them.
"Are those marks hers?" Cas had asked, pointing to the blackened scorch marks on the ceiling.
"Yeah, think so. She had wings, Cas," Sam replied, still trying to remember what he had seen for a moment as he had rushed in hearing her screams. Cas nodded.
"What does that mean?" Dean asked, as Cas looked on thoughtfully.
"Her power is great enough to belong to an archangel. There is no other option. That greatly reduces the possibilities of her father's identity," he stated, knowingly, kneeling over and touching the marks burned into the carpet.
"So now, what, we've got how many?" Sam asked.
"Seven. Gabriel, Michael, Raphael, Uriel, Raguel, Remiel and Saraqael," Bobby said, interjecting for the first time. "Maybe. That's what some lore says. But, its also possible that there are some changes. You'll have to ask the expert."
Cas did not realize that he was the expert until a minute later when he noticed everyone was staring at him.
"That is nearly correct. But there are several others that have not made it into your scripture. I will have to look further into it," he replied.
"Do that, then. And, can you use some of that angel mojo to make this place a little safer? If Crowley was after me, I'd like to know you were watching my ass, and it's the least you can do to make her feel better," Dean requested.
"I will do what I can and return in the morning." Cas confirmed. Dean turned to thank him but he was already gone.
As promised, Dean showed up with hot chocolate a little bit later. It was a big mug, and felt nice and warm in my hands, feeling perfect as I took a sip.
"You doing okay?" Dean asked me, seeming concerned, and still grumpy about how he hadn't gotten his way earlier and had been proven wrong.
"Yeah. I just really hate that guy," I grumbled. He laughed.
"Tell me about it. The worst part is he's actually useful when he's not being such a bitch. It's like having to work with Hitler. But don't worry, he'll stay far away from you if he knows what's good for him," Dean said, threatening the air.
A perfect way to toy with my favorite boys.
That was what Crowley had said. And she realized now that it was absolutely true. No matter what she did, they were invested. No chance of getting out now.
"Yeah, well, I'm pretty sure he doesn't. But that's okay. I handled it well enough, and I'm not even trained yet. By the time I am, I'll be safe," I replied.
Dean's expression was still a little dark. He sighed.
"That's the other thing. If Cas pushes you too hard, if there's something you don't want to learn, if there's something you can't make yourself do, then stop. Promise me that much at least. His heart's in the right place, but Cas... Sometimes he doesn't know what it's like to be human," Dean explained, a little sadly.
"I'll remember that," I told him quietly. It made me wonder what exactly I would be training to do. Immolate people? I really hoped not. It was the first thought that I had had that my training would be anything but fun and games. His advice had grounded me a little.
I had finished the cup of coca and put the empty mug on the table beside me.
"Try to get some sleep. Tomorrow's gonna be a big day for you," he said, standing and getting ready to leave the room.
"Sleep tight," I replied.
"Don't let the werewolves bite" he winked, closing the door. I stayed up just long enough to brush my teeth and finish a chapter of my book, managing to easily fall asleep despite the excitement for what was to come tomorrow.
Hey guys! Just a little more as I sit in study hall with nothing to do! Thanks for all of your reviews! They make my day :) Meanwhile, I've got some big plans for what's coming. And I've been leading into it. There have been lots of clues so far if anyone's picked up on them. THanks again for reading and reviewing! xx Ta!