#deancas slow burn

[slytherintothedms]

“what broke the connection” “i don’t know” OH REALLY CASTIEL ? YOU DONT KNOW? AND DEAN JUST GOES WITH THAT ? AFTER WHAT JUST HAPPENED ?

[randomperson99sworld]

Ruffled Feathers Masterlist:

A/N: Hey guys, I’m new to all this but I tried making a masterlist so it would be easier for you guys to read the story in order instead of having to scroll all the way through posts to find your next chapter. I honestly don’t know if I even did this right, I know clicking on links might be a little annoying but hopefully it’s easier than before. Sorry I suck at this lmao. Masterlist will be updated as I go.

Prologue: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762086871314694144/ruffled-feathers-prologue-summary-julia

Part 1: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762089221484855296/ruffled-feathers-part-one-summary-julia

Part 2: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762090015825248256/ruffled-feathers-part-2-summary-julia

Part 3: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762090512312336384/ruffled-feathers-part-3-summary-julia

Part 4: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762111544568037376/ruffled-feathers-part-4-summary-julia

Part 5: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762112342203006976/ruffled-feathers-part-5-summary-julia

Part 6: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762115645301211136/ruffled-feathers-part-6-summary-julia

Part 7: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762121495110713344/ruffled-feathers-part-7-summary-julia

Part 8: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762122561964457984/ruffled-feathers-part-8-summary-julia

Part 9: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762123524658921472/ruffled-feathers-part-9-summary-julia

Part 10: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762124421716688896/ruffled-feathers-part-10-summary-julia

Part 11: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762145158777143296/ruffled-feathers-part-11-summary-julia

Part 12: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762146153376694272/ruffled-feathers-part-12-summary-julia

Part 13: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762146698178985984/ruffled-feathers-part-13-summary-julia

Part 14: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762158691939155968/ruffled-feathers-part-14-summary-julia

Part 15: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762159251047219200/ruffled-feathers-part-15-summary-julia

Part 16: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762161016171872256/ruffled-feathers-part-16-summary-julia

Part 17: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762169239928979456/ruffled-feathers-part-17-summary-julia

Part 18: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762169828243079168/ruffled-feathers-part-18-summary-julia

Part 19: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762188938320429056/ruffled-feathers-part-19-summary-julia

Part 20: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762190108311060480/ruffled-feathers-part-20-summary-julia

Part 21: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762190978264252416/ruffled-feathers-part-21-summary-julia

Part 22: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762192254730420224/ruffled-feathers-part-22-summary-julia

Part 23: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762192979407601664/ruffled-feathers-part-23-summary-julia

Part 24: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762202825753280512/ruffled-feathers-part-24-summary-julia

Part 25: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762213920647872512/ruffled-feathers-part-25-summary-julia

Part 26: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762214245556420608/ruffled-feathers-part-26-summary-julia

Part 27: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762215401169027072/ruffled-feathers-part-27-summary-julia

Part 28: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762217193763192832/ruffled-feathers-part-28-summary-julia

Part 29: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762244875246829568/ruffled-feathers-part-29-summary-julia

Part 30: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762247003362197504/ruffled-feathers-part-30-summary-julia

Part 31: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762247696053649408/ruffled-feathers-part-31-summary-julia

Part 32: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762248567529390080/ruffled-feathers-part-32-summary-julia

Part 33: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762250684353708032/ruffled-feathers-part-33-summary-julia

Part 34: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762251511143235584/ruffled-feathers-part-34-summary-julia

Part 35: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762254465808138240/ruffled-feathers-part-35-summary-julia

Part 36: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762257021221404672/ruffled-feathers-part-36-summary-julia

Part 37: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762258329416433664/ruffled-feathers-part-37-summary-julia

Part 38: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762259348910129152/ruffled-feathers-part-38-summary-julia

Part 39: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762260265680158720/ruffled-feathers-part-39-summary-julia

Part 40: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762284047776022528/ruffled-feathers-part-40-summary-julia

Part 41: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762285093409767424/ruffled-feathers-part-41-summary-julia

Part 42: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762287467048189952/ruffled-feathers-part-42-summary-julia

Part 43: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762293696008945664/ruffled-feathers-part-43-summary-julia

Part 44: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762296992915390465/ruffled-feathers-part-44-summary-julia

Part 45: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762334550733045762/ruffled-feathers-part-45-summary-julia

Part 46: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762335850393747456/ruffled-feathers-part-46-summary-julia

Part 47: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762337630770937856/ruffled-feathers-part-47-summary-julia

Part 48: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762339406091862016/ruffled-feathers-part-48-summary-julia

Part 49: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762351473235492865/ruffled-feathers-part-49-summary-julia

Part 50: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762352432956293120/ruffled-feathers-part-50-summary-julia

Part 51: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762367880231878656/ruffled-feathers-part-51-summary-julia

Part 52: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762374088709865472/ruffled-feathers-part-52-warning-age

Part 53: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762374808945262592/ruffled-feathers-part-53-summary-julia

Part 54: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762375916590710784/ruffled-feathers-part-54-summary-julia

Ruffled Feathers Bonus Content:

Bonus chapter 1: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762485022115643392/ruffled-feathers-bonus-chapter-1-summary

Bonus chapter 2: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762506655882772480/ruffled-feathers-bonus-chapter-2-summary

Bonus chapter 3: https://www.tumblr.com/randomperson99sworld/762507874962374656/ruffled-feathers-bonus-chapter-3-summary

[need-a-name-101]

Destiel is the slow burn that slow burned.

[deancaspinefest]

A Glacial Pace

Author: ixia_ixora | Artist: Aggiedoll

Posting on Tuesday April 16

Tired of his simple and conforming life, Castiel decides to move away from his city life to a small town by the mountains in Montana. Deciding to begin this new chapter of his life with an adventure, Castiel signs up for a hike across a glacier. With his heart in his throat and a hot hiking guide named Dean Winchester on his knees to help him with the harness, Castiel manages the hike, coming back time after time; for the nature and for Dean. A small town leaves little room for anonymity and between his shifts at the hospital and the glacier hikes, Dean is determined to not let Cas waste his time away in his small apartment. And it doesn't take long until a friendship is formed between them. But Castiel didn't leave the city without reason and there is only so long he can keep his real life at bay. Or Castiel finds himself on top of a glacier with a certain green-eyed man who will change the trajectory of his life in the most unexpected of ways.

Keep reading for a sneak preview!

“Hey, it’s fine,” Dean says, moving in front of Castiel and places his other hand on Castiel’s other shoulder. “Breathe with me.”

Castiel glances over Dean’s shoulder, looking at the other people in the glacier. Dean ducks his head down, trying to catch his eyes.

“Hey,” he smiles gently as Castiel focuses on him. His eyes are very green in the warm sun. “Breathe in.”

Castiel takes a deep breath, feeling it fill his lungs and stomach. He closes his eyes, concentrating on the air in his chest. When he feels Dean breathe out he does the same.

“If you fall into the glacier it won't be more than a few feet, the rope will catch you and we will drag you up,” Dean says, thumbs rubbing circles on Castiel’s shoulders. “There’s nothing to worry about, I’m right behind you,” Dean repeats. “And if you do fall it’ll be a hell of a cool story to tell later on.”

(continue reading on Ao3 on Tuesday April 16)

[nym-wibbly]

Destiel 15x18 = queerbaiting y / n?

No... not to me. It hit me as tragedy. Proper, capital-T, heroic tragedy.

It's just as much queer love if it's lacking the happily-ever-after. Or if it's unresolved, whether Dean reciprocates or not, and if it's agony to watch it unfold because they're good people who deserve happiness and all the love and never catch a break. It's unfair. It's hard to watch. It hurts because I feel their pain.

I thought it was a beautiful scene, very real, and totally in keeping for stubborn-ass-there's-no-other-way-Cas to quietly save it all up for the worst possible moment to say 'I love you' to a man ill-equipped to hear it - and use that opportunity, his last precious moments with the man he loves, his last moments of a life he's come to cherish, to completely reshape how Dean sees himself by tearfully telling him why he's beautiful. That his imperfect example and loving spirit redeemed an angel.

I live for drama/acting that can hurt me this badly.

(Crying now.)

[theworstcwshow]

Watching anything else with a romantic paring now is like yeah they're in love, but they're not in love love, not like dean and cas.

[marrowovlife]

Supernatural fic :3

Short Vignettes of Dean and Cas !! No big trigger warnings, just the normal canon-typical violence and language! Takes place around season 4-5ish. only two chapters right now :3

[virtu4l-archieve]

stand by me || whelvenwings

chapters: 15

tags: zombie apocalypse, enemies to friends to lovers, slow burn, mutual pining, hurt/comfort, sharing a bed, touch starved dean,

summary: after spending so much time alone during the zombie apocalypse, dean is left miserable and touch starved. dean is quick to want to spread his misery when he bumps into the first human he’s seen in a long time- castiel. despite their dislike for one another, dean and castiel decide to stick together for the sole purpose of not being alone. slowly their companionship grows to be a bit more personal than just someone to keep you from going insane.

i started this fic a while ago and honestly got consumed by life and responsibilities so this fic took a step back in my priorities. i did enjoy it. from what i remember? tbh i only had a chapter left post break. i remember reading it before bed and thinking the chapters were bite size enough that i wouldnt be too tired by the end. there arent a lot of zombie apocalypse fics tbh (big surprise!) so i took my chances with this one and it didn’t disappoint.

[metalicar]

Forget 91 Whiskey or Twist & Shout Destiel, what is the absolute iconic Canon-Verse Destiel?

[etherealxen]

Reap & Sow Chapter 3 - What’s In a Name?

This week’s instalment of Reap & Sow went up on Ao3 a little early. (Partly because someone said some very nice things about it in my comments and on twitter and it made me happy inside, and partly because of Dean’s Birthday)

In chapter 3 we continue with Dean and Ketch while they’re staking out a target and having deep and meaningful conversations that raise more questions than answers about the state of Dean’s family and The Business; not to mention questions into just a small part of the time Dean spent as a Green Beret... and what, at times, that meant for Ketch. 

As they begin to try and find the long-cold trail relating to Dean’s missing brother further questions arise about what happened on that strange and fateful night that led to a group of young adults seeming to vanish into thin air. And as they follow the footsteps that group walked something new catches Dean’s eye, drawing him in. 

But is it the small garden that might help him formulate an escape plan, or the man he met there with the pretty blue eyes that makes him feel compelled to return? 

in other words: the chapter where some shit happens but also Dean and Cas finally meet. 

✨Read on Ao3 from the beginning✨

✨Read Chapter 3: What’s In a Name✨

Other stuff:

There are no new tags needing to be added this week. But just a reminder that this story is a mafia au where the supernatural still exists and while there hasn’t been any violence or murder so far - there will be down the line, and while there will be deaths associated with some familiar faces in the end NONE of these deaths will be protagonists or part of the happy found family that we’re forming. 

Coverart for Reap & Sow by @hitori-alouette​ who is incredible and should be followed and adored. 

Reap & Sow updates once a week, usually on Thursdays AEST, with early access via discord on Mondays AEST.  

You can find my various socials here ✍️

[spnfanficpond]

June 2024 Angel Fish Awards

(Angel Fish design by @slytherkins!!)

Every month all of you fantastic writers work your asses off to post some truly incredible stories. Our Angel Fish Awards are the way for all of us, as a community of writers and readers, to lift each other up and give praise to those who have captured our attention and deserve a few kind words. (Click here to learn more about how to nominate a fic for an award!)

Nominated by @autisticandroids

The Horror of No Detrimental Redaction by sp8ce (AO3)

Really top tier whump that is also a super attentive cas character study which is also willing to sit with him in a really uncomfortable space

The Trapdoor by hal_incandenza (AO3)

it's an epic rewrite of dabb era with a level of attention to detail that i've rarely seen in any fiction. the metatextual elements are carefully woven in and the character beats feel real. plus, it's an almost episode by episode rewrite and the new monster of the week casefic elements are fresh and fun. also it answers the question what if apocalypse world was good.

finer things by @explainslowly

i think it's maybe the ultimate pinnacle of the deancas triangulation of desire genre. when dean and cas have weird sex via a woman... one of my favorite things. and this is my favorite iteration.

By Your Hand by @restlesshush

this is my favorite relitigation of moriah that i've ever encountered. cas is so crazy in it. you can kind of feel that things will eventually work out without that coming off as cheap. it's perfect

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Nominated by @candygrammes

LIMBO by entselene (AO3)

It's the creepiest. angstiest, scariest story I've read this year. Sam wakes up in Sioux Falls Hospital horribly injured, with no idea what happened. Not only that, but Dean is nowhere to be seen. Why? Has Dean abandoned him?

Nominated by @charliethealpaccaso

Strange Encounters by deanandsam (Ao3)

I loved the idea that there are dog versions of dean and sam along side the main sam and dean that I found it cute but also opened up a whole side story I wish there was more of.

Dogs Don't Pay Taxes by Zetal (Rodinia) (AO3)

There oddly is a huge lack of dog!sam fics on A03 that I love to try and spread the word of the ones that are out there. This one was cute both prompt wise and just made my day when I came across it

Faithful Companion by brokenlittleboy (AO3)

What if during season two Sam developed a whole new issue with his psychic powers and turned himself into a dog then this is the fic for you. Dean does mess around with him in this fic but I think it was a fun and interesting read for the concept

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Nominated by @glygriffe

Why’s every song is about love (or drinking too much) by @quietwings-fics

They didn't give us enough Sam and Castiel scenes in the show. Here's a bitter-sweet one between the two of them, talking about Dean and the whole 'unrequited love' thing. A ficlet the gives a Destiel fan just the right amount of heavy heart.

It’s the Stars that Lie by @seperis

Ok, this fic doesn't need recommandations, but it's still needs public praises. To fully appreciate it, you need to read the fever dream that is Map of the World first, but I love how the author builds on the glimpses that the episode The End gave of the apocalypse!world. The OCs are interesting (and many of them are POC), and the lovely slow burn between Dean and Castiel is spiced up with the fake boyfriends trope.

Since I've Been Loving You - Remaster by tgel210 (AO3)

I like Castiel's first-person POV, Dean being a musician without being a rock star: it feels close to home like my next-door neighbor is talking to me about the love of his life.

Closer than they appear by sunkenfox (AO3)

Dean and Castiel figuring out what their life could be together by looking at Misha and Jensen is interesting. Even more interesting is the concept that like it or not, the Supernatural characters would not exist in their world without the writers and the actors in an other world. That Dean and Jenses share more than a face; same for Misha and Castiel (even if the difference are more obvious between the last two). A story of discorvery on a meta level, hiding inside a cute Destiel and RPF romance.

he feels no control of his body by withthekeyisking (AO3)

A wonderful but sad exploration of Sam Winchester throughout his life; from his lack of bodily autonomy to his dying faith in god(s) and humanity. With just enough brotherly love to leave the reader aching from loss and something like betrayal. (I love Dean, but he his a royal dick to his brother sometimes)

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Nominated by @handsliketruth

evergreen endless by @whiskeyjuniper

A glimpse of endverse!Dean and Castiel during the earliest days of The End, via Chuck (prophet? god? something in-between?) as he continues to chart their story...and struggles to keep them from their inevitable collision despite their wildly infuriating pattern of falling into it... (full disclosure, this one was a gift for me, but I would rec this anyway 💛 dark, spicy, funny, clever meta fun)

But I Ain't Dead Yet by @bloodydeanwinchester

I cannot wait to see how this one plays out! Clever and charming with a fun hook: what if s4 Dean and Cas time-traveled back to 1x12 Faith to save Layla? (I would read a million words of Dean watching faith!Dean and Castiel get along 😂)

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Nominated by @heavenssexiestangel

Bad Day Love by @spn-fanfic-reblog-writes

it's a cute pick-me-up story with one of my favorite ships. I really like how Arthur is so soft with Dean here.

Bedtime Routine by @spn-fanfic-reblog-writes

It's another rareship of mine andI love how they care for each other here and take care of Emma.

The Fool's Journey by @ladyknightskye

I know I was the artist for this story but - what Meg wrote for my art is awesome and it features one of my favorite characters - Gadreel. The journey he has in this fic is extremely important

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Nominated by @jinkieswouldyoulookatthis

Presence by @ani-coolgirl

This story broke my heart in the absolute most beautiful way. It's sad and sweet and doomed and it haunts me still.

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Nominated by @mariekoukie6661

Stitches by @kittenofdoomage

Its cute! I like it!

Sweet Little Lies by @impala-dreamer

I like how funny it was despite all the angst!!

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Nominated by @masoena

Nothing Ever Really Ends by @nyxocity

Beautiful heaven fic with Sam and Dean, bring tissues, post S15E20

In Silence Sealed by @fiercelynormal

Dean loses his hearing but starts talking his thoughts out loud beautifully written Smitty short

Love, Your Brother by @eninkahootz

Sam and Dean communicating by letters btw heaven and earth post-series. Work in progress and so well written

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Nominated by @mrswhozeewhatsis

Cretaceous by tiamatv (AO3)

This is a cute, fluffy romp through Jurassic Park as a Destiel fic! You don't have to love dinos to love this fic, but I imagine it would make it even better. If you're looking for something sweet and light to read before bed, this is the bedtime story for you!

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Nominated by @rainythursdaynight

Clean Air by @anactorya

I read this story when I was maybe 16 and re-read it twice or three times in the year after. That being said, I can remember it almost excruciatingly well. I'm a post-apocalypse gal and I crave anything in that genre, so it was doubtless that I'd love this story. But the world-building done in this story? The characterization? The tension it manages to build? It's so gripping and exciting and I remember reading it worried out of my mind for the characters and exhaling the deepest breath as the story drew to a close. It's a not too dense read and an enveloping one, you'll forget you're above ground by the end of it!

Empty Spaces by @schmerzerling

This story made me fall in love with writing again. It's so heavy with how it distributes emotion in its words, but also so soothing too. This reads like watching a glass vase get tipped over the edge of a table and, maybe distantly, wondering if someone will catch it in time. But it doesn't quite matter because the flowers are beautiful and if you're crying then it's about the flowers and not the vase. I highly recommend this story to everyone, heavy as its contents may be. I felt safe reading this, I ached, I adore this story beyond words can capture.

Phantasma! by @thisisapaige

I very rarely read things that are horror inclined (funny as that is given the nature of Spn), and maybe this story is not considered horror either, but it left me just on that edge of eerie and it was exhilarating. Most of the story is sweet, and cathartic, as Dean rebuilds his life outside of his family and finds that in Castiel. But the mystery of it all, the unknown, it left me waiting for the other shoe to drop and this writer was excellent at making that payoff worth it.

The Art of Falling by @zipegs

This story was gritty and ugly and didn't pull back punches when it came to its emotional weight. Recovery is a nightmarish process of relapse and pain and relief and this story embodied this with its characters beautifully. This story was lonely, in the sense that its only two characters yes but it also felt a lot like reading about two characters pitted against the backdrop of everything. The world, the universe, existence. It made me feel small but so vast at the same time, and it was so utterly human (funny given the context of the story). It's a short and beautiful read that left me aching but in a way that was comforting as opposed to alienating.

With The End Came You by @lotrspnfangirl

I adore zombie apoclaypse AUs but so few of them focus on the characters' growth alongside the events of the series. And so few of them do side characters justice. This story was THE exception. Not only does the progression of the characters not sideline the plot and vice versa, but the story handles people so so well. You have those that stick around for long, and those that don't, and it treats both parties so faithfully that I'm left emotional over side characters I've only had a page worth of content with as much as the main characters I'm with the entire time. This is a zombie apocalypse AU that puts people first and foremost, and its so human and such a rewarding story to those that have even the smallest interest in these types of AUs. And the progression of the plot is so smooth and natural, TWD could never (and I love that show so take with that as you will).

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Nominated by @samanddean76

Dark As Midnight (And You Don’t Look The Same) by @kassyscarlett

This is a story that follows a young Dean (17 years-old) out looking for a good time and running into an older man that gives what he wants. Not realizing he knows him, that he is in fact his Sammy. This story is so good! Time-travel, the follies of youth, needing to be protected from yourself, and realizing years later what that random encounter really was. It is part of a series, but works as a stand alone. But the entire series is worth checking out.

Coming Out Of The Dark by firesign10 (AO3)

It's a story about others helping one they know is broken, giving him what he needs so he can move on and live the rest of his life. The Richesters visit Sam in the bunker after Dean's death, and give him one final night together, so that he might carry on. It tragic and beautiful and has all the feels. Highly recommend.

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Nominated by @spn-fanfic-reblog-writes

Interspecies Romance and Its Associated Perils by suspiciousflashlight (AO3)

I have read this story many, many times. It’s adorable and hilarious. It’s cute and awkward in a way that someone who isn’t sure how to tell about a weird scar or birthmark is. The ending is the best part of the entire thing.

A Helping Hand and Thrilling Touches by mydestielbabies_67 (AO3)

I don’t normally nominate smut but this was just amazing. It was beautiful, and what and intense.

The Cherry Pie Club by zation (AO3)

This is a work in progress. It’s great! Zariah is such a great writer in so many genres. This one is about Dean exploring bdsm for the first time and ends up also realizing things about himself too. Poor Dean learns the hard way that it is Cas he loves about bdsm but still. Their connection and energy with each other is felt as you read. Highly recommend reading!

Absolute Beginners by @ahurston

Chapter 5 made me scream then go feral and foam at the mouth.

Dancing moves by faithlesshunter (AO3)

I am not normally one to read infidelity fics; however, this is destiel. It’s the holidays and Cas and Dean get left alone to reconnect. They tried to be a couple at the beginning once Cas came back from the Empty but they weren’t ready for it. Now, years later and they are! The confessions and the hot smut is just so exacting for them. It’s gorgeous! Dean has always loved Cas and Cas still loves Dean. Oh, I’d love to see how it works out but this reconnection is just purely intense and the dopamine is addictive. Good luck. MUST READ!

The Case of Dean and Castiel's Extremely Resolvable Tension by CanonFodder (Tartan_Temptation) (AO3)

This is hilarious and hot AF! It starts out explaining the premise and drives right into it where Dean finally gives in. He is so happy he does too. He gets a wonderfully deserving reward. Poor Sam and his need for eye bleach. Lol!

Objects May Appear Smaller by @valandrawrites

The instant connection of Cas and Dean, and the science of this story makes this a one-of-a-kind a/b/o. Despite it being incomplete, it’s such a fluffy and fascinating read. It keeps you wanting more with every one of the six chapters. I hope one day they get inspired to write more.

Sentinel by Followsthebees (AO3)

I love this story. I love that it’s a different take on Castiel—he’s a gargoyle. It’s such a fascinating story and their connect is seen by the readers but not Dean. It’s interesting how Dean starts to notice and how intense and romantic it gets. Sex and flying are fascinating, man. This is written oh so well!

Three's Company by @luci-in-trenchcoats

Cas x f!Reader that becomes Cas x f!reader x Dean. It shows a very healthy ethical non-monogamy relationship. I love how the Reader initially freaks, I think, and when Cas and them come to talk to Dean, he freaks too. Everyone is patient with each other though. It’s as it should be when introducing polyamory to non-poly experience people. It’s so sweet and wonderful to read. It’s adorable. This is how poly fics should be.

Ketch and Release by NichePastiche (AO3)

Oh, the fluff and growth! I love this series so so so so much! I always get excited when I see they wrote more. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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Nominated by @spnbabe67

Finish What You Started by @dean-winchester-is-a-warrior

I love the tension that melts into silly goofiness.

Spin Cycle by @winchester-girl67

I usually don't do a lot of fluff but I loved the way the writer did this one.

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Nominated by @thoughtslikeaminefield

Take A Shot by @rizlowwritessortof

It's just so sexy and Dean. Guh.

Rest by @zepskies

It's swoony and cozy and melancholy, and I love that for us.

The Iceman Cometh by @talltalesandbedtimestories

Ice play is one of my favorite things. Pair that with Dean Winchester, written by Sandra, and, well, you've got a winner.

Damned If I Do by @zepskies

I liked Lisa and Ben, and this is a very satisfying way to show that!

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Nominated by @whiskeyjuniper

Truth & Despair by @shallowseeker

It's so compelling, every time a new chapter is posted I'm so excited to see what happens next. Also it's Shal's first fic and they're almost done with it so I wanted to celebrate it :)

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[randomperson99sworld]

Ruffled Feathers 🪶

~ Part 19 ~

Summary: Julia Morgan, Bobby's niece, has always been a royal thorn in Dean Winchesters ass since the day they met 1 year ago at Bobby's memorial. She wants to be a hunter, he thinks she's a dumb kid playing dress up. Will she always be seen as an unwanted load in Dean's eyes or will he see something more?

Pairing: Dean x OC

Warnings: Age gap, language, sexual themes (used lightly), physical abuse (Not by Dean).

Word Count: 876

A/N: Comment are welcome, I would like to read some :) Stated as always, this story is cross posted on Wattpad. Happy reading! ♥️

The bunker was quieter than usual, but Dean didn't mind the silence. It was a good distraction from the mess swirling in his head. He leaned against the table, absently rubbing the Mark of Cain on his arm. It was still throbbing, a constant reminder of the burden he'd taken on.

Across from him, Julia sat at one of the research tables, flipping through another of Bobby's old books. She wasn't reading, though. Dean could tell by the way she kept glancing at him over the top of the pages, eyebrows furrowed.

Finally, she sighed, shutting the book with a thud. "Alright, spill. What's going on in that head of yours?"

Dean shrugged, feigning nonchalance. "Nothing. Just thinking."

Julia raised an eyebrow. "Thinking, huh? That's dangerous for you."

He smirked, glad for the distraction. "Cute. You got jokes now?"

She leaned back in her chair, crossing her arms. "I've always had jokes. You just never pay attention."

Dean chuckled, but his smile didn't quite reach his eyes. The weight of everything—Abaddon, the Blade, the damn Mark—was still heavy on his shoulders. He glanced at Julia again, and for a second, something flickered in his chest. He wasn't sure what it was, but it was something.

She was different from anyone else he'd known. She pushed him, didn't take any of his crap, but at the same time, there was this softness to her that he didn't see in a lot of people in their line of work. And maybe that's why he kept her at arm's length.

Julia narrowed her eyes at him, clearly noticing the way he was staring at her. "What's with the look? You're being weirder than usual."

Dean shook his head, breaking the eye contact. "Nothing. Just... tired."

"Tired my ass," she said, getting up and walking over to him. "You've been off ever since you got that Mark. Talk to me."

Dean ran a hand over his face. She wasn't going to let this go, was she? "I just... this whole thing. The Mark, the Blade, Abaddon. It's a lot. And I don't know how this is going to go down."

Julia studied him for a moment, her eyes softening. "You're not alone in this, Dean. You've got me, you've got Sam. We'll figure it out."

He glanced up at her, the usual banter between them absent for a second. The way she was looking at him—it was like she actually believed they'd win this fight. Like she believed in him.

And damn if that didn't mess with his head.

"I'm serious," she said, stepping closer. "You don't have to carry all this on your own. I know you like to play the lone wolf, but we're here. I'm here."

Dean swallowed, something tightening in his chest. He wasn't used to this—people caring, people sticking around. Not like this. "I know, Jules," he finally said, his voice quieter than usual. "I just don't want anyone else getting hurt because of me."

Julia softened even more, her voice gentle now. "We all signed up for this life. You don't get to take the blame for everything that goes wrong."

Dean gave her a half-smile, trying to shake off the moment of vulnerability. "Yeah, well, you're still reckless."

She smirked, nudging him lightly. "Reckless? Please. I'm practically a saint compared to you."

He chuckled, the tension between them easing back into the usual banter. "Saint? That's a stretch."

Julia rolled her eyes, but there was warmth in her expression. "Keep telling yourself that, Dean. You're just mad that I'm better at this than you give me credit for."

He scoffed, folding his arms across his chest. "Better? That's rich coming from someone who jumped in front of a wendigo like a damn idiot."

Julia grinned. "You're just mad because you didn't see it coming."

Dean shook his head, unable to stop the smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. "You're impossible, you know that?"

"You keep saying that like it's a bad thing," she teased, leaning against the table next to him.

Dean glanced at her again, and for a moment, the teasing faded. She meant more to him than he'd ever admit, even to himself. She was tough, sure, but she wasn't hardened by this life like he was. She still had something he'd lost a long time ago—hope. And the fact that she stuck around, even with all his walls, all his crap... it was starting to mean something.

Too much, probably.

He cleared his throat, pushing those thoughts away. "You should probably get some rest. We've got a long day tomorrow."

Julia raised an eyebrow but didn't push. "Yeah, alright. But don't think this conversation is over, I'm gonna keep bugging you until you spill the beans"

Dean smirked, shaking his head. "Good luck with that."

She shot him a grin before turning and heading for an extra room, glad Dean offered her one so she didn't have to drive back home this late. As she walked away, Dean watched her for a moment longer, a strange warmth settling in his chest. He shook his head, muttering to himself as he headed to his own room.

Damn it, Dean. What are you getting yourself into?

[deancaspinefest]

Of Dust, Gunpowder and Holy Water

Author: melancholictearz | Artist: kireadraws

Posting on Saturday March 16

Castiel is a vampire hunter tracking the creature that doomed the rest of his family to damnation. He crosses paths with Dean Winchester, a cocky outlaw wanting to escape from his mysterious past. They travel together all around the country to fulfil Castiel's revenge, at the cost of Dean's life. But he comes back… wrong. As one of the bloodthirsty threats Castiel always swore to kill.

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“You mind telling me what you were doing by the waterfall?” Dean strikes a match, burning the end of the needles he is going to use. The silvery metal turns dark.

“I was being chased by people.”

With the remaining flame of the match, Dean removes the cigarette tucked behind his ear and lights it. The stranger narrows his eyes at the plume of smoke stretching between them.

“Pinkertons,” Dean rectifies in the huff of a laughter, cigarette hanging loosely on his lips. “Running from debts or somethin’?”

“Something. You?”

Dean stops in setting up his stuff to glare at the injured man. He’s already patching him up, he’ll better not push his luck too far. “Not quite your business. What was your plan?”

He squints. “Quite chatty, aren’t you?”

Dean shrugs, cocking his head to one side while he exhales the tobacco smoke from his nose. “Well, I’m distracting you from the pain and trying to make sure you won’t kill me if I turn my back to you. So?”

He is standing a few metres away from the bed, chin tilted at the stranger. The man considers the knife and needles in his hands, before nodding at Dean and moving his legs away to let him sit down on the bed.

“Running away. Was planning to go to the Independence mountains.”

“Why?” The smoke from Dean’s lips crashes onto the fallen angel’s cheek as his hands unravel the bandage around his neck. Dean’s voice rumbles quietly in the shell of his ear.

“Got someone waiting for you?”

“Maybe.” The stranger glances at him from the corner of his eye. “Going to ask for a ransom?”

The bandage is removed from his neck. The cold air on the raw gunshot wound makes him shiver. Dean laughs at the man’s self-assured suggestion.

“Nah, not worth it. I’ve never seen your face around. Not even on the wanted posters.”

“I’ve seen yours.”

“Have you?” Dean tenses. Their eyes meet and he studies his guest carefully.

“You have the name of that rifle. Remington? No…” He frowns, having a hard time thinking with his foggy mind. “Winchester. Quite a mouthful.”

“What’s yours?”

The stranger holds Dean’s eyes. His eyes flicker to Dean’s hands around his neck, the slight pull of his eyebrows. His lips part and, for a second, he remains silent. Maybe it is time he starts trusting Dean and proves himself not to be dangerous. “Novak.”

“Father Novak it is, then. How come you survived the bullet? Prayed the Lord to spare your sinful life or something like that?”

The man, Novak, glances at Dean passing the thread through the needle. “Because you are one shitty shooter, that is.”

“You lucky bastard.”

(continue reading on Ao3 on Saturday March 16)

[destieltropecollection]

Destiel Trope Collection 2024 | Day 29: Murder Husbands

Telegram On Outlaw Frequency | @melancholictearz Rating: Mature Word Count: 9,410 Main Tags/Warnings: Canon-Typical Violence, AU - Western, Bandits & Outlaws, Train Robbery, Outlaws!DeanCas, Partners in Crime, BAMF!Castiel, Established Relationship, Revenge Summary: LOVE IN THE DESERT COMES WITH A PRICE: BLOOD. October 3rd, 1898— in the Wild West. Dean Winchester, wanted outlaw, receives a telegram from his partner in crime, Castiel. The usual train robbery routine turns into a bloodbath when trouble settles in his sweetheart’s meticulous plan. And Castiel caves in to the urge of burning the world down for his lover.

This Tainted Love You've Given | @lazarus-rose Rating: Explicit Word Count: 17,100 Main Tags/Warnings: Serial killer Dean, witch Castiel, graphic depictions of violence, temporary character death, mentioned animal murder, torture, blood and violence, switch Castiel/Dean, Summary: Everyone has their hobbies—Dean’s just happens to involve a lot more blood and screaming than most people’s. And sure, maybe murder isn’t the nicest way to blow off steam, but Dean’s always thought that being nice is overrated anyway. His latest victim, a pretty guy with startling blue eyes, should be nothing special, just another nameless body on Dean’s list. But then, after Dean kills and buries him, he turns back up at Dean’s house again the next day. What’s a guy to do when they’ve accidentally gotten an immortal witch convinced that they’ve got some kind of profound bond?

What Have You Done... | @Taymarpigeon Rating: Explicit Word Count: 24,742 Main Tags/Warnings: Graphic Depictions Of Violence, Dead Dove: Do Not Eat, Hurt and/or Injury, Canon-Typical Violence, Alternate Universe - Human, Serial Killer Dean Winchester, Psychological Drama, Criminal Dean Winchester, Prison, Gallows Humor, Angst, Dialogue Heavy, Touch-Starved Dean Winchester, Homophobic Language, No Sam Winchester, Slow Burn, Eventual Smut Summary: They say there is someone out there for everyone, that only time, tide and distance keep most apart from their intended. It's a beautiful sentiment but there is too much of the analyst and cynic in Jimmy to believe it. Besides, people are vapid, vain and self-important, all things he finds too irritating to ever consider spending more time with them than it takes to get his leg over. Of course, there's an exception to every rule, perhaps serial killer Dean 'The Devil's Tongue' Winchester is his. The real question becomes: will the ever-present shadow of his missing brother Castiel be the stone that brings the whole house down?

Like Ivy | @abi-cosmos Rating: Explicit Word Count: 50,160 Main Tags/Warnings: Roommates, Serial killer Dean Winchester, Smoker Dean Winchester, Major Character Death (Sam Winchester), Unreliable narrator, Angst, Hallucinations, Professor Castiel, Minor Dean Winchester/Victor Henriksen, Jealousy, Non-con elements, Explicit sexual content, Top Castiel/Bottom Dean Winchester, Strangers to lovers, Hurt/Comfort Summary: Dean Winchester was raised to be a killer, but after losing his brother Sam, he could do with a chance to lay low and rest up. Luckily, a 'roommate wanted' advertisement stuck to the window of a coffee shop leads him to Castiel, a professor at a local college who offers him three weeks' accommodation. At first, Castiel gets under Dean's skin, but they soon develop a friendship within the isolated house they're living in. Despite how haunted he is by his past, or how Castiel seems able to read his mind, Dean feels drawn to him and can't help but take things further. But Dean isn't the only one with secrets, and the line between friendship, love, and obsession gets bloody and blurry.

[deancas-stabfest]

HEY SO YOU REMEMBER HOW YOU PARTICIPATED IN OR READ FIC OR LOOKED AT ART FROM THE DEANCAS STABFEST (FUNSIZED) IN 2022 AND IT WAS TOTALLY AWESOME?

well WE'RE BACK, BABEY

the second year of stabfest, aka 2STAB2FEST, will be just as awesome as the original, with MOAR and NEW. observe:

there is a mini-theme of saint sebastian, tumblr's favorite martyred twink. if your entry evokes stabby sebby imagery, then you can elect to post on his feast day, december 18th. also there's a sticker. of course.

FEMSLASH. look. we love destiel. they're compelling. they're fraught. twelve year slow burn. no one does it like them, etc. but also? we like women. so now all entries must contain EITHER dean and cas OR two or more female characters participating in Stabbing. (or both, if you're an overacheiver.)

do you want to participate, but you have mad heavy decision fatigue? are you listless and confused? do you want to put your fate into the hands of the whimsical universe? well LUCKY FOR YOU stabfest now has a JUST FUCK ME UP option for sign ups and claims! you will be assigned one or more roles at random--writer pitcher, writer catcher, artist pitcher, artist catcher. live más

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[valleydean]

Chapter 10 [Read Here]

HEAVYWEIGHT a deancas boxing au by valleydean (emmbrancsxx0) read from beginning | playlist | ko-fi

SUMMARY: Brooklyn, 1927. The Golden Age of Boxing. Two years ago, light heavyweight champion Dean Winchester and heavyweight champion Castiel Novak had a secret affair. After a scandal tarnished Cas’ name and stripped him of his title, the two parted ways. Now, with a heavyweight tournament on the horizon, Dean aims to up his weight class so he can compete for the title. He finds unexpected competition when Cas comes out of retirement and returns to New York to fix his reputation. Upon their reunion, the two contenders learn that, outside of the ring, some bruises never really heal.

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Castiel rolled his fists, one over the other, against the speed bag. It swung back and forth in a blur of motion, producing a constant, rhythmic thumping and rattling as the chain pinning it to the wall vibrated and swiveled. Burning heat was creeping into his shoulders, and his wrapped hands were beginning to grow weary and loose from holding a fist for so long. It was getting harder to keep his wrists steady.

After a full day of training, he was tired. Every time he thought they were done, Raphael came up with something else for Castiel to execute. Endurance training, he called it. Castiel was fairly certain he’d endured enough.

Besides, it was late. Night was encroaching beneath the gym’s front door. All the other recruits had gone home hours ago. And Castiel had somewhere important to be.

His eyes flashed to the clock in the corner of the room. Dean’s bout had started fifteen minutes ago. The sweat on Castiel’s brow was partly from exertion, but mostly from anxiety at being so late. His stomach was in knots, and he was sure he’d become nauseous if he thought too much about the look on Dean’s face if Castiel didn’t make it.

He kept negotiating with the clock, first telling himself that if he left at a certain time, he’d be able to shower, dress, and make it to Madison Square Garden in time for the last two rounds. Now, he bargained for enough time to make it for the final bell and the judges’ decision. It was possible—so long as he took a taxi and there wasn’t too much traffic, and if a win by knockout didn’t occur early, and if he left in the next five minutes.

He’d smell, and he’d be dressed in the wrinkled slacks and sweater he had in the locker room, but he’d be there to celebrate with Dean when he won or comfort him if he lost.

He’d be there. That’s all that would matter to Dean.

Raphael seemed intent on derailing Castiel’s best laid plans. He said, “Single arm, left.”

Castiel lowered his right arm, keeping it in guard, while he continued to beat his left hand against the speed bag. While it was a slight reprieve to his dominant side, his left shoulder was ablaze, and he could feel himself getting slower.

“Faster,” Raphael instructed. Castiel knew it was useless to argue.

“How’s it coming along?” Michael’s voice sounded as he materialized behind Raphael. Castiel hadn’t even seen him come out of his office. Raphael turned, giving his attention to Michael, and Castiel figured it was a good opportunity to rest. He dropped his arms. The speed bag continued to vacillate rapidly back and forth before incrementally slowing to a stop.

“His reaction time could be faster,” Raphael said.

Irritation filled Castiel. He rubbed his left shoulder and shook out his arms, trying to soothe them. “I’m tired,” he bit out.

“Excuses,” Raphael answered, and Castiel rolled his eyes vehemently. He didn’t have time for this. “If you continue with this attitude, you’ll never make it to the finals.”

Castiel wanted to say that, if he didn’t rest, he’d be too exhausted to compete at all.

Michael got there first, and he was much more refined about it. “I’m certain you’ve prepared him well, Raphael. That’s enough for today. He should give his muscles time to heal prior to the fight.”

Castiel shot Raphael a sharp, closed-mouth smile, feeling vindicated.

“Besides,” Michael said, already walking backward, “we have nothing to worry about. Castiel’s a shoe-in for the finals.”

All sense of reprieve and relief Castiel felt suddenly dropped away. It took any thought or concern of missing Dean’s fight with it. Suddenly, nothing mattered so much as the easy confidence of Michael’s words. The surety of them.

He watched Michael turn around and head for his office.

Castiel pulled his hands back into fists, a renewed vigor overcoming him. The searing of sore muscles transformed into a wildfire through his veins.

“Fine, then I suppose we’ll call it a night,” Raphael said. Castiel didn’t acknowledge him. He marched after Michael, anger driving him.

It was time to end this. He wouldn’t step in the ring and be a pawn for Michael or Crowley again.

Behind him, he was only faintly aware of Raphael calling his name. Castiel didn’t stop, too worried he’d lose his nerve if he allowed himself to pause. Already, doubts were edging into the sides of his mind, telling him that it was better to remain ignorant. To let Michael do as he will, and Castiel would regain his title belt without ever having to know the truth for certain.

He wouldn’t be able to live with himself if he allowed that—and he wouldn’t be able to convince Dean of his innocence on the matter either.

He had to know, even if he lost everything because of it.

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