Castiel doesn't smile, but his expression softens considerably, something warm sneaks into his eyes. It's a start, although Zachariah's expression is downright murderous.

"I adore it. This novel has a lot of sentimental value to me."

Gabriel read it to him. It's the book he learned reading with, though it wasn't exactly child friendly material. The story tells of underdogs and outcasts, and that's something Castiel can relate to.

One of the heroes is an omega, too.

It's a good story.

"I'm told you study law."