Crowley wanted to die, he hated his life now after he had fallen for asking to many questions, he doesn’t really remember much of it though because it just hurt too. Since he’s fallen, he was brought back to heaven and kept there as a prisoner. It physically pained him to touch consecrated grounds and items so he tried to stay in the bed that was in his cell as much as he could but they didn’t allow that. Sometimes they would take his bed to torture and the cuffs never left his wrists, sometimes they would add chains.
They continually mocked him, especially Gabriel and they loved to cause him pain, diluted holy water, burning sage, and if they were especially cruel then they would mess with his wings and he hated that, he tried to pull them in to protect but it didn’t always work. They would hit him, using their daggers on him and pour stuff in the wounds. They continuously mocked his snake eyes that he would not let anyone see for fear of that same thing. He couldn’t even remember the last time that he had ate anything either, not that he really needed to eat anyway.
They decided to drag him from his cell and humiliate him, tugging on his wings, saying don’t you wish to know who you really are, along with laughing at him for being so weak and pathetic, kicking at him and tugging on his hair. He screamed as he felt a slice on his wings “No, please, don’t touch them” he tried to pull them in but he couldn’t.
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The war had left Aziraphale utterly exhausted, and he had even gone through a few Halos, not to mention the stains on his once-pristine flaming sword. But the aftermath was even more horrifying.
Handfuls of demons, who had once been higher-ranked angels, had been captured, leaving Aziraphale puzzled. He couldn't understand why they didn't just allow them to stay in Hell, considering the angelic rumors of its unpleasantness.
In light of the horrors he had witnessed in Heaven, Aziraphale was beginning to think that Hell might not be such a terrible place.
Whenever the other angels indulged in their cruel games, Aziraphale always sought refuge in other activities, distancing himself as much as possible from the torment while covering his ears. He couldn't help but feel like a coward.
However, today, luck was not on his side. His heart sank, and a wave of nausea washed over him when he saw the unfortunate soul that Gabriel had dragged out. He recognized this angel...or rather, demon; he had known them before the war.
Two angels were cruelly pulling at the demon's wings, causing immense discomfort and pain.
"Aziraphale, come over here," Gabriel called out to him. When he hesitated, the Supreme Archangel came over, grabbing him by the back of his neck and leading him closer, saying, "Come now, don't be shy."
Gabriel pushed Aziraphale towards the suffering creature and demanded, "Now, Azira, demonstrate that move you used during the war. The one where you executed a spinning motion with your sword and severed his wings."
Aziraphale's face contorted in horror as he quickly turned to the Archangel. He couldn't believe Gabriel was serious; it seemed impossible. However, the evil smile and gleaming purple eyes left no room for doubt.
"I-I-I can't," he stuttered, "I don't have my sword with me." This was true; he had left it in his office on his desk, the only item adorning it.
The dark gaze shifted from the demon to Aziraphale. "Fine, then just break the wings with your bare hands. I've witnessed your strength when you've exerted yourself."
Aziraphale wanted to flee, to escape this terrible situation. But he knew that if he did, it would only worsen the demon's plight, and Gabriel would come after him, subjecting him to torture next.
Reluctantly, he turned to the red-haired demon, whispering, "Please forgive me," as he reached around and firmly grasped the wing above the joint. Since they were so close, he whispered hastily, "This is going to hurt, but I'm just going to dislocate them. Act as if they're broken."
With that, he applied pressure at the correct angle to minimize any permanent damage.
Aziraphale's heart ached as he dislocated the demon's wings, attempting to minimize the pain. The creature let out a pained gasp, and Aziraphale struggled to hold back tears. He found it unbearable to witness the cruelty of his fellow angels, especially Gabriel's sadistic pleasure in others' suffering.
While feigning the breaking of the wings, he whispered soothing words to the demon. "I'm truly sorry, my friend. Things will get better. Just endure this, and I'll seek a way to assist you." His voice resonated with sincere compassion, offering a glimmer of hope amid the torment.
Once the gruesome act concluded, Gabriel appeared satisfied, allowing Aziraphale to step away. He cast a sympathetic glance at the injured demon and silently mouthed, "I'll find a means to rescue you." Aziraphale understood the urgency of altering Heaven's cruel practices to protect those who didn't deserve such suffering.
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He'd turn in his sleep which caused him to bolt awake in pain. Being drunk only dulled the pain a bit. Maybe if it were anything else he'd already be healed or could easily ignore it. By some miracle he can't just dismiss as stupid luck, he managed to escape the hunters that held him prisoner for however long they had him...but not whole.
On instinct he wanted to spread his wings...they ached like a phantom limb is said to. Almost as if they were there...but they weren't anymore.
He wouldn't leave his current place unless he absolutely had to. Being out of alcohol meant that he had to.
Not wanting anyone to see his wounds that he couldn't glamor or make disappear at the moment, but not bearing to wear much over them, he only donned on a blazer before heading out to the closest pub. He'd stop by a liquor store on the way back but first he needed a drink or five.
Staggering more than his usual strutting, he made it into a bar and sat at the first empty table he saw. He didn't care how many it was supposed to sit, it was his now. When his order was taken he said, "Bring me a bottle of whiskey."
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