mandalus :: the city of fates.

[Gabriel's sat on a fancy little love-seat in one of those state-funded apartments. It's probably Lizzie's, considering he's barely been away from her the week of so. It's certainly more luxuriously decorated than most though, and certainly better than it was say, on Friday... ]

You folks might remember the free-cake and fireworks display that I did last time I got my juice back but, considering the news broadcast we've all seen, I didn't think it's appropriate. That's gotta be a first for me, huh?

I mean, who here hasn't seen that sort of bullshit before? Winchesters need not answer. The fact is as showy as it was, I personally am not going to anyone tell me what to do, and this lady is no different.

I think we need a show of solidarity. A big F.U. to our new dictator. Personally I'll be out tonight, as late as I fucking well please, and I'd like to invite you all to join me. Maybe smite a few cultists, have a few beers, a Chinese take-away.

Let me know who's in.

( Private to Castiel and Meg )

[Hell he looks a mess. He's been powerless here before, but he's always cared before. Now he doesn't. There's a week's worth of beard, his clothes are dirty. His cheeks are gaunt and his skin sallow. From the skyscape behind him and the sound of water, he must be in the Venetian quarter. This is where Hatfield stood.]

If anyone is listening, and has any say over these things, I'd like to go back now. I don't see why you even thought I'd be any damn use to you. She was the one who was kicking your an excuse for an army into shape. What the hell you expect me to do... to hell with it. To hell with you. You couldn't even save her, and she did more fucking good to this place than any of the rest of these guests you dragged here.

[He's almost spitting words then, and wipes his mouth on a sleeve, loosing some of the bitter passion as he slumps back.] You aren't going to win against this Cult. You'll just create a lot of martyrs. Trust me, you can't win against martyrs. You'll just end up with more and more and more of them.


[For a moment there's nothing else, then he dips his head and reaches forward, about to turn off the feed] Just send me back.

[Look who it is. he looks positively delighted to be back. Who can blame him, considering what he went back to? Then again, it feels like no time at all has passed. He was on the floor, that same floor again, and now he's back here, to a place he's useful. A place he was appreciated and adored. Where his siblings weren't trying to maim each other with every chance they got. Dad, he freakin' loves this town.]

Mandalus! Long time no see. You all look just as awful as I remember you, so it's good nothing much has changed! I won't lie, there are some of you that I missed far more than others, but if you'll excuse me, I'm going to have to go see my wife!

[He winks, suggestive. The smug look on his face only gets worse.]

I think she might have missed me, if you get my drift.

Video (although if you hear that monster of a bike coming, Action too)

[There’s the dying roar of an engine- not a car, but the roar of a bike coming to a stop, and there’s a flash of black and chrome, and a denim-clad leg, as the phone is better positioned. There’s Gabriel, although not exactly as you’ve seen him before. He looks younger, his hair greased back and the collar of a black leather jacket turned up around his neck. Before he speaks, his free hand moves to his hair, smoothing it back with exaggerated care and just for a moment, he stops chewing the gum in his mouth]

It's not that this bash isn't unreal, but all this war stuff is becoming a real drag, you know what I'm saying? You nerds in lameville got any bright ideas get about getting rid of this Serpent thing without him going all destruct-o-matic on our butts? Because that last knuckle sandwich we served up just got long-and-legless all frosted up.

So which of you Ivy Leaguers has a bright idea?

[Private video to Castiel, Dean Winchester and Selina]

[Gabriel and Lizzie are somewhere in Hatfield, not curled up in bed this time- actually decent for once, sat on a comfortable looking couch. Gabriel looks comfortable too, relaxed. But there's an alertness to him, and instead of lounging back, he's sat up straight, his hand reached out and curled in hers.]

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[Elizabeth is clearly not really awake, but she figures she needs to do this sooner rather than later. Wrapped up in Dean's AC/DC t-shirt that only covers just enough. Elizabeth rubbed at her eyes and yawned.]

Dean. Castiel. I meant to make mention of it sooner, but alas, I had more pressing matters, I think you understand. [her family.] I'm quite fine, but... there is no child, that is all. [Not that she's completely alright about it. It still stings deeply. But clearly she's well distracted enough to wallow too much. As far as Gabriel's arm that snakes around her waist indicates.] Nope. Too early, you come back here. [He tugged her back to lay in bed, tucking her against him.]

[Elizabeth laughed, clearly not bothered by it.] I shall be about later... if you've need of me. It had best be important.

[then she's being kissed by Gabriel, rather soundly, and the device is dropped. Not that she was really paying attention as her hand reached out to fumble and find it, giving up on that, Elizabeth shoved the whole thing off the bed when she roll on top of Gabriel, pressing him into the pillows. Broken was close enough to off.]

[ooc: it's fail!locked, so completely open to whoever~]

[The following Network video has been sponsored by Candies From Heaven]

[And here's Gabriel, sat on a tall bar-stool, by the counter in a sweet shop. He's grinning widely, and is clearly very pleased with himself]

It's been a tough few weeks with the weather and friends leaving, popping back and all the rest. And yeah, this it traditionally time to diet, but that's a stupid idea while it's still so cold. Besides, there's all sorts of reasons to be celebrating, but mostly I feel like having candy, and I found a shop with all of my favourites. Because it's my place, and it' called Candies From Heaven.

Officially we're opening Monday, with a 50% discount for the students and staff at Consciethia's Girls School as we're right on your doorstep. Everyone else? For our opening day you'll still get 25% off! There's free samples too, so if you miss your favourite sweet treat from back home, pop by! Chances are, we'll have it, because there isn't a candy on Earth that I haven't tried. Got some weird fiction stuff too, if you actually want to try Every Flavour Beans or Caff-Pow or anything like that.

And there's a Hot Chocolate Bar for those of you that want a sit down and gossip. I saw it in Chocolat and I've wanted one for years. If you're very lucky, you might just get to try some candy with a royal seal of approval too!