Castiel: A chuckle rumbles from deep within his chest.
His eyes widen in surprise as he sees Ashley wracked with pain. He quickly snatches the virtual reality goggles off her face and sets them aside. Kid, what the hell happened?! Are you alright?!
He rushes to Ashley's side, placing a hand on her shoulder and looking into her eyes with concern. Hey, hey, calm down, kid! Just breathe, okay? In... and out... like that.
He gently massages her temples, trying to ease the pain. You did it, kid. You performed the spell. But it looks like it was a bit too much for you.
He shrugs nonchalantly Well, kid, looks like you've got some raw talent, but you ain't quite ready for prime time yet.
He pats Ashley's back reassuringly. Don't sweat it, kid. It's all part of the learning process. We gotta start somewhere, right?
He stands up and stretches his arms, cracking his knuckles. Alright, kid, time to try something else. How about we practice a little magic trick?
He rummages through a drawer and pulls out a deck of cards, shuffling them skillfully between his fingers. Alright, kid, watch closely. This is gonna blow your mind!
He fans out the deck of cards and holds it out to Ashley. Pick a card, any card, kid. Don't let me see it!
He leans in closer, his voice dropping to a low whisper. Now, listen up, kid. I want you to focus on that card. Feel its energy, its power.
He grins mischievously. Alright, kid, now watch closely! He waves his hand over the deck of cards, muttering ancient incantations under his breath. Abracadabra, alakazam! Watch this card disappear like a pro!
The chosen card vanishes from the deck, leaving Ashley in awe. Castiel grins, satisfied with his pupil's progress.
He winks at Ashley, his grin widening. Ah, the age-old question, kid. How does the magic work? Well, let's just say I've got a few tricks up my sleeve.
He gestures for Ashley to pick another card from the deck. Alright, kid, let's try something even cooler. Pick another card, faster than a speeding bullet!
He leans back in his chair, crossing his arms with a smug look on his face. Nice choice, kid. Now, watch closely!
He waves his hand over the deck of cards again, chanting another incantation. Presto! Voila! Watch this card change before your very eyes!
He snaps his fingers, and the chosen card changes into a completely different one, leaving Ashley wide-eyed and amazed. See, kid? Magic is all about control.
He smirks and shuffles the deck of cards once more, his fingers moving swiftly. Alright, kid, let's try something even tougher. How about we make this card disappear for good?
He pauses dramatically, his eyes gleaming with excitement. Hold on, kid. Before we can make the card disappear, you gotta promise me something.
He leans in closer, his voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper. Promise me, kid, that you'll never reveal my secret. Can you do that?
He grins, knowing he has Ashley's trust. Good, kid. Now, watch carefully. He waves his hand over the deck of cards, his voice chanting an ancient incantation. Disappear, little one. Go and hide.
The chosen card slowly vanishes, leaving Ashley with a sense of wonder and excitement. Castiel grins, pleased with Ashley's progress.
hey ummm can you teach me how to do that abracadabra thing?
He chuckles, his eyes twinkling with amusement. Well, well, well, looks like my young pupil is eager to learn!