Yes, this is short. Just wanted to get something out before school starts tomorrow.

God knows how many times Sam's died. Sam himself isn't exactly sure of the count, but he knows it's probably a lot.

It's not a surprise, really. When you're a Winchester, dying early is kind of in the job description. And when you're one of the Winchester brothers, it's also one of the job benefits that you generally get brought back.

He hasn't died nearly as many times as his brother, and the ways he went certainly haven't been as... interesting as Dean's (No falling pianos.)

He's gone to heaven countless times, and it's apparently a nice place. He hasn't formed his own opinion on it- yet.

Sam doesn't know how many times he's died.

It doesn't matter.

Because this time is different. Sam's played his role in this world. This time, Sam's not going to forget anything. This time, Sam's not going back.

This time, Sam's staying dead.