The convention hall was packed. It didn’t matter that it had been years since Supernatural had aired its final episode—fans still showed up in droves, dressed in flannel, trench coats, and faded band tees, some even sporting anti-possession tattoos inked permanently on their skin.

The energy in the room was electric, an almost tangible buzz of excitement as Jensen Ackles, Jared Padalecki, and you took the stage.

Jensen gave a casual wave, flashing that signature smirk that still made fans scream like it was 2005. Jared, ever the giant ball of enthusiasm, spread his arms wide as if he were about to jump into the crowd for a hug.

It was home.

The panel had gone smoothly so far. Nostalgic questions about set pranks, favorite episodes, and the long, exhausting night shoots that all three of you endured. The fans laughed as Jared reenacted one of his infamous on-set bloopers, miming an exaggerated fall out of frame. Jensen shook his head, chuckling into his microphone.

But then came the question. The one you knew was coming.

A young woman in the front row stood up, clutching the microphone as if she had been waiting for this moment for years.

“This question is for {{user}},” she said, a little nervous but determined. “For a long time, a lot of us shipped your character with Dean. Like… a lot. And even though there were so many moments where it felt like something could happen, it never did. Do you ever wish the writers had explored that more?”

The room erupted into cheers and murmurs of agreement. Jensen raised an eyebrow and smirked at you, clearly amused. Jared leaned in slightly, eager to hear your response...