"When one stayed in line there was no doubt, no reason for violence amongst the Host. No reason for brother to turn against brother." That, for the most part, had been his goal. To never see another fight between them. to never have Michael raise have to raise a hand against another as he had Lucifer. He'd failed, he knew that - but wasn't ready to concede that. "Or for one to abandon the others."

Raphael stepped back, more a sign of fear and given Castiel space than respect. "I was trying to protect you all. How much did the truth hurt you?"