[ cas isn't really expecting much, but dean came here for a reason, and he's relatively sure that it means he needs something, a calming presence, to work something through. but dean is difficult even when he's being forthcoming, and cas can't just barrel into it. he's got to be slow, sensitive, like untying a tangled knot. he needs to be patient, and yielding.

so he doesn't press, doesn't pry, only smiles fondly and pillows his head in the crook of one elbow. ]

Mm, I'm sure. Well, try not to get into too many fights, huh? Don't want to have to peel you off the walls of your ship.