XXI. Re-animation
"Hey, remember that puppy you liked so much – we used to go pet it after school, right?"
"The one that got hit by the car?"
"Yeah… you cried the whole night. Then you started asking me where do puppies go after they die."
"Heh… pretty much annoyed you with it everytime."
"Damn straight. Lucky I found that book in the library. Figured that would shut you up."
Chuckle. "I remember you reading it to me that night. Can't believe I actually fell for it."
"Gotta admit, the candy-clouds sure looked awesome…"
"Yeah…"
"…think that's really where we'll end up?"
"…probably not."
"…Mom woulda loved it though."
"…yeah. Jess too."
"And Dad… he'd be laughing with Mom, pestering you and Jess for a gazillion grandkids…"
"…what about you, Dean?"
"Hey, if there's free food and pretty angels around, I'm good."
"And the car."
Smirk. "Of course. Can't leave her behind."
"…Cheers."
Author's note: A rare night under the stars, with only themselves, the Impala, and a couple of six-packs for company. Perfect time for contemplation of life and the hereafter.