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Gabriel had neglected his duties for far too long. His assistants took care of his paperwork when he was away, of course, but he often felt guilty about it on his return. And now he needed something for his mind to focus on, to push all memories of Michael and Raphael away.

The hurt in Michael's eyes as he forcefully Banishes Gabriel from his room and Binds him out...

Raphael's words tearing at him from the inside...

Despite the warm glow of the Presence, Heaven feels strangely empty as he finally lands...

Gabriel let very few people in to that extent, gave them that much trust, and in fact there were only four beings he had been that close to. Lucifer had Fallen, and now he couldn't speak to Michael and Raphael didn't wish to see him. Not even pausing to rest or see Uriel - if Uriel, too, had a nasty surprise for him, Gabriel didn't think he could face it at the moment - he had gone straight to his office.

After having read through the files of reports he had missed while away, he set about reorganising them - Lucifer had often teased him about his 'monster of a filing system that nobody else could make sense of' - , editing and rewriting reports, checking statistics, vetting forms, and burying himself in paperwork.

He sensed the Metatron's Presence outside his door, but barely looked up even as he waved a hand to make the door open; he and the Voice of God had never been close. Metatron entered, a stack of papers topped with an official-looking scroll in his fiery golden hands. He put them in Gabriel's in-tray. "There are a few official changes to be filed in the individual personnel files, and a pending order."

Gabriel glanced up. "Pending order?"

Metatron's glorious golden face remained inscrutable. "No changes will be made to the status of the angels concerned as of now, but should anything arise, there will be a complication." He turned and left the office as Gabriel curiously pulled the top scroll towards him, unrolling it. Dark blue eyes widened as he took in the angelic script before him.

At the request of the Archangel Rāphā’ēl ,

Should the order to Fell either or both of the Archangels Mîkhā'ēl and Gaḇrîʼēl ever be given, the Archangel Rāphā’ēl is to Fall in their place.

Should any displinary action be taken against the Archangel Mîkhā'ēl, the Archangel Gaḇrîʼēl , or Azîrāphā’ēl Principality of Albion, the Archangel Rāphā’ēl will bear any and all disciplinary action in their stead.

Signed and Approved by
the Metatron
מיטטרון

Gabriel stared at the parchment before him, unable to believe what he had just read.

Have you done something I should know about, Raphael?

Don't ask me!

I hate you! I always have! You're no better than any demon because you let someone believe a lie!

Creases spread in the parchment as Gabriel's fingers tightened. "What have you done, Raphael?" he whispered.

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cattygabriel

At least Gabriel still had His Presence. Raphael, with his weakened Presence, had been alone.

"He was smug, of course. Apparently the flaming whip from so long ago wasn't enough to teach him humility."

Edited Date: 2010-06-18 07:23 am (UTC)

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He let out a sigh. Figures. "He was sure smug about it when he was writing it up. When he suggested Binding myself to it in blood using my True Name I seriously thought he was holding back a smile. I suppose that's just the way he is," he shrugged. His gaze slowly turned to the sky, the dark rolling thunderheads beginning to dissapate, revealing shimmering stars peeking down at them.

Raphael let a genuine smile form. One with the Presence... he thought.

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cattygabriel

"He suggested - " Gabriel's hands clenched into fists. "I've been planning to speak with Father about him for a while. I'll do the next time I return to Heaven."

At the sight of Raphael's genuine smile, though, - finally - he smiled as well.

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Raphael felt the flare of anger start to jab at his weak aura and he braced himself, but it was quickly squelched, much to the Healer's relief.

"Well, originally it wasn't going to be so binding," he admitted sheepishly. "I wanted there to be some wiggle room in case something went wrong. But he assured me that, by Binding myself to it, it would strengthen its Promise. I don't like using my Real Name -you know how dangerous it can be in the wrong hands- but for this... For knowing you would be safe, I was willing to do it."

He started a bit at the mention of Gabriel returning to Heaven. "You-you're going to leave?" He didn't want to be left alone, but if the Messenger had duties in Heaven to take care of he knew theh definately took precidence over Raphael's current emotional trauma. He reluctantly let him go, bringing a hand up to brush a lock of dark hair from his eyes. "Then peace be unto you, dear Messenger," he whispered.

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"I'm not leaving now," Gabriel reassured him. "Just... eventually. I have a discussion with the Metatron I need to conclude."

He looked up at the sky. "The rain's stopped. I'm going to bring you back to the Manor, you need to rest. Come on." He picked Raphael up easily, as if he had been a child, and spread his wings.

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Raphael wrapped an arm around Gabriel's shoulders, knowing in his weakened and traumatized state he could easily lose his balance. But Gabriel would not let him fall.

Gabriel would not let him Fall...

"Gabriel...?" He smiled up at him, the stars reflecting in his dull eyes. "Before you take me back, can... can we go... higher? Just for a few minutes?" He knew the Messenger would know what he meant... He could not return to Heaven, but amongst the heavenly bodies, where Earth meets infinity, he didn't feel so hopeless, so dead...

So broken...

He knew it was as close to Heaven as he would ever be able to come to, and, with the mark on his aura a reminder of why he looked up at his dear friend, beautiful blue wings ruffling behind him.

His Promise was worth it.

I love you, my dear brother...

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cattygabriel

"Of course," Gabriel smiled, knowing why Raphael needed this.

Still holding Raphael carefully, he flew up towards the starry skies, tilting his head back and enjoying the chilly breeze. After the rain, everything seemed clearer, crisp and clean, and it was still and silent. Stars stretched out in every direction, and Gabriel took a deep breath.

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Raphael smiled -true and genuine- as the stars and planets moved in their silent praise around the two Archangels. He rested his head against Gabriel's neck and closed his eyes.

He slowly fell unconscious, the Messenger's safe presence enveloping him, and he let sleep claim him, the smile remaining on his tear-streaked face...

The gentle Healer was finally at peace.

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cattygabriel

[OOC: You do realise that sounds like he died. ;) I assume he's just asleep]

Gabriel looked down at Raphael, smiling softly to see the look of peace on his face. Beating his huge wings silently, he made for England and Tadfield Manor.

Everything was quiet as he entered the Manor and made for Room 110. Gabriel laid Raphael in bed and pulled the covers over the Healer.

"Sleep well," he murmured, tucking some errant strands of red hair behind one ear before going to his own room.

Earl Grey blinked sleepily up at him. Ta-Miu was nowhere to be seen; hunting, perhaps. Feeling guilty for having abandoned them as well, Gabriel quickly cleared and refilled the kitty litter tray and the food and water dishes, and gently cuddled Earl Grey before stripping off his robes, pulling on a pair of comfortable pants and getting into bed.

He could feel Michael's Presence next door, and was again reminded of what Raphael had done for them. Oh, Raphael. You idiot.

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Don't worry, he's just asleep. I wanted to show that he was finally at peace with what happened and that his secret no longer was something he carried alone. My Inner Raphael is curled up asleep too, awwwwww <3 How's your Gabriel?

...course I could change it that he died and then Gabriel has to go find where his soul went if you want...)

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Aww! Gabriel... is being played in an AU with the lovely Lucifer as played by grace_descends (though right now we're playing on AIM) and trying not to be tempted. This Lucifer is awesome, and... really much nicer than some angels, so Gabriel gets along fine with him. To the point where Gabriel shows up with much-needed coffee when Lucifer's stressed, even.

... O_O Oh dear. Though I was under the impression angels didn't have souls...

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OOC: Well "soul" because I had no idea of what else to call it... Essence maybe? Presence? Not sure. He could end up finding it in Raphael's special place below his willow tree, "now apart of every living thing" but stronger there because it was "his" place. Raphael could regain a corporeal form or something and it wouldn't have the mark on it. I dunno, I emailed you a couple ideas but I'm really good for whatever you're in the mood for. Happy sleeping angels or adventure-y search that'll end in another happy ending XD It's up to you, I'm good either way!