The day before prom, Skeletal Crows gathered in Castiel's garage to hear Cass play. Nathaniel, Lysander, and Ravenna joined them to watch. They had set up their instruments for viewing.

"Alright, just play whatever you want when you're ready."

Cass nodded and picked up his guitar. But, when he was about to play, he froze. Rave and Ly exchanged a glance of surprise. After all, he had played in front of the entire school. But he was playing for the band he idolized. Nodding to each other, the trio of high schoolers snuck up behind him and took their respective instruments. Lysander took the bass, Nathaniel sat at the drums, and Ravenna grabbed the microphone. The bass riff to a song they all knew very well began and the redhead perked up.

"Hit tha-hit that snare!" she called.

The three boys started to play their parts while the professionals watched in awe. At one point, Nathaniel tossed a drumstick in the air, rolled it down his arm, and continued playing without missing a beat. Castiel grinned, standing back-to-back with Ravenna and playing while she sang her heart out. They received a standing ovation when they were finished.

"You guys are better than I thought!"

"Yeah, way better," Erik, the vocalist, grinned.

After another song and some kind words, the Crows left. When they were alone, Castiel hugged Rave tightly.

"Thank you. I owe you one. Hell, I owe you tons. Ravenna I-"

"You don't owe me anything! It's repayment for your friendship."

"Yeah, friendship…"

For now, my dear, for now.

The next day was full of fuss and muss. She went from place to place in a blur. First the nail salon, then the hair salon, then home to get dressed and put on makeup. Rave got simple French braid that reached the middle of her back. Her nails were painted a pretty red and her makeup was light enough to look nice but still add tone.

Ken showed up at exactly eight in a black, tailored suit that looked absolutely perfect on him. Link and the band had left early for set up and sound checks at the school, so they were riding together alone. He looked a bit troubled on the way there.

"What's wrong, Kenny?"

"It's nothing."

"Please don't lie to me. I can read you like a book."

"Well, maybe I don't want you to!" he snapped.

She jumped, looking at him like a wounded puppy. It was heartbreaking and sweet at the same time. This was going to be much harder than expected. No! He had to go through with it. For her.

'Or maybe it's just to save your own reputation…' his conscience taunted.

'Oh shut up.'

Sighing softly as they arrived at the school, Ken got out and opened her door. Ravenna stepped out, drawing the attention of every man/boy there. Nathaniel waved from the door. He took their tickets and casted a dark look at Ken as they went it. The band played "Misery Business" as soon as they walked in. Amber approached with a wicked grin.

"Hi, Kenken , ready for our dance?"

"What is she talking about?"

Taking a deep breath, Ken said what he had been practicing for a week.

"I only came here with you as a cover so you wouldn't look pathetic. You're my best friend, but I don't want to be seen with you as my date. You're too weird. I'm going to dance with Amber."

"Wh-what are you saying, Kenny?"

"I don't want you as my prom date. Don't talk to me at all."

The music had stopped by now and they were holding Link back. He had seen them talking and listened in. Ravenna looked at him with tear-filled eyes.

"It's okay, big brother, you guys keep playing. Okay?" she called.

They took a moment to calm down before playing another song. She went to sit down, watching Ken and Amber dance happily. He kissed her on the lips once. This almost made Ravenna cry, but she was too strong. A large hand with black nails touched her shoulder and she jumped. A deep baritone chuckled over her shoulder as arms wrapped around her waist.

"What is such a pretty girl doing alone at prom?"Castiel asked.

"Did you have a hand in this? Did you and Amber plan this?!" she cried.

"I would never do that to you, you know that."

"Then why are you here? Isn't it movie night?"

"I decided to help out with decorations instead of a week's detention. But, I finished."

She finally looked at him clearly. He was wearing his signature red jacket over a black dress shirt and black pants with a chain on the pocket. His arms felt even more welcoming and right than Ken's.

"I just wanted to dance…" she murmured.

"Then, my dear, we shall dance all you want," he replied in a fake British accent.

Taking his hand, she stood up and followed him to a corner of the dance floor. Castiel smiled contently as she wrapped her arms around his neck. Ravenna swayed and danced to the beat of "C'est pas si loin". A very jealous brunette watched from across the room, but they didn't notice. Cass sang softly in her ear.

"I'd, love, to…just to fall asleep with you."

She blushed, smiling up at him lovingly. This was the last straw for him. It was now or never and he chose now.

"Ravenna, please just hear me out," Castiel whispered.

With that, he leaned down to kiss her. Ravenna froze for a moment, before relaxing and kissing him back. It was deep, warm, and full of love. They pulled away to smile at each other and something slammed Castiel to the floor. Ken stood before them with an unimaginable rage emanating from his being.

"What do you think you're doing?! She's mine!"

"You can't own a person."

"Don't play stupid, well, you may not be playing. I told you to stay away from Ravenna, because she is mine."

"Funny. Then, why was she alone on prom night? Why did you go dance with Barbie over there?"

"Well, I-uh-well…"he started to sputter.

That's when Ravenna stepped in. With a look that could scare a tiger shark, she went nose to nose with Ken.

"You know what? I don't care anymore. You betrayed me for whatever stupid reason and embarrassed me in front of everyone. We are through, Ken. You tried to make up an excuse about being my best friend, but I know that you've changed. You aren't my Kenny."

And, with that, she stormed out. The next thing they heard was the screeching of tires and a sickening thud. Castiel made it out first, in time to see Ravenna hit the ground in a pool of blood. Picking up her broken form, he held her close to his body and waited for help to arrive.

I am so sorry for the late update. My internet crashed. I will continue updating regularly from now on.