While Castiel had been used to tender attention for some time he wasn't used to it from someone so closely linked to the battle. It automatically meant... more. True allies were scarce and Castiel valued them greatly. He could not afford to take them for granted.
Castiel smiled again at her question, his swollen eyes bright with mirth and fever. "Both," he growled and he opened his mouth in a clear indication that he very much wanted more and now if it could be managed.