When they returned to Bobby's house, the usual routine took place. Showers, wound checks, beer, and rummaging in the fridge for something to eat. Sam insisted that Dean sleep in the guest room. Dean grumbled something about, "The couch being fine," but Sam ignored him and set his backpack on it. Dean rolled his eyes and brought his duffel upstairs.

Bobby was up before them the next morning, answering a phone call before it woke Sam up. The older hunter told Rufus the best way to treat a ghoul bite and then hung up. He began making eggs, something he always had on hand for when they showed up. And of course, he had an entire pot of coffee ready by the time Sam sat up. Bobby watched as he pushed his hair out of his face and shuffled into the kitchen. Bobby asked, "How are ya feelin'?"

"Sore, but good." Sam poured himself a mug of coffee and took the plate of food from Bobby. "Seen Dean yet?"

"Not yet. I haven't even heard him move around up there yet." Bobby joined Sam at the table and they ate in comfortable silence.

They were both on their second round of coffee when they heard the shower turn on upstairs. Bobby got up to start the coffeemaker again. Dean made his appearance a little while later. Sam glanced up to see him flinch as he moved around the kitchen, collecting coffee and eggs. He asked, "Sore?"

Dean grunted. "Had to re-stitch. I tore a couple in my sleep."

"We should get you some of that medical super glue. I usually have a couple tubes on hand, but I used the last of it on Rufus the last time he was in town," Bobby told him.

Dean fixed himself a plate and coffee and sat down across from Sam. The youngest Winchester smiled faintly as Dean ate. At one point, Dean glanced up and asked, "What?"

Sam cleared his throat. "Nothing."

Dean didn't look like he believed him, but he didn't push it. After breakfast, Dean went out to work on his car. Sam followed him out a little while later with a six-pack. He flipped a bucket upside down and sat on it, asking Dean a couple questions about the car. They had been quiet for a few minutes when Dean glanced up to pick up another tool. He noticed the look Sam was giving him and said, "Okay, Sam, what's up?"

This time Sam answered truthfully. "It's good seeing you on your feet. "

"I've been on my feet since this morning, where have you been? I'm pretty sure we saw each other during breakfast."

Sam rolled his eyes. "You were in a coma. And now you're back from a hunt, working on your car, and being a smartass."

Dean tapped the tool he was holding against his palm. He said, "So what you're saying is that you actually miss me being a smartass. Even though you're constantly rolling your eyes at me."

Sam smirked. "Yeah, I guess that's what I'm saying. You being a smartass means you're awake and well enough to joke."

"Aww, Sammy, that's the nicest thing anyone's ever said to me," Dean laughed, leaning back over his car. But he knew what Sam meant. "I'm good, and soon we'll be back on the road. Give it a bit longer and then you'll even be out of your cast."

Sam nodded and sipped at his beer. He looked down at the bottle for a moment before saying, "Hey, I know you tried protecting me in the crash. I saw how bruised up your arm was."

Dean shrugged, setting the tool down and picking up another as he said, "Just instinct at this point, I guess."

Sam stood up, leaving his drink on the bucket, and pulled Dean into a hug. Dean hugged him back and then when they let go Sam said, "Here, these aren't just for me." He handed him a beer before sitting back down with his own.

Dean thanked him and went back to work on his car. They stayed there for a couple hours until Sam went back inside to see if Bobby needed help with anything. Dean joined them later for dinner. Bobby sat back when he finished eating and watched the boys with a fond expression. He was glad they were feeling better, and although he'd miss them when they left, he knew he'd hear from them from wherever they ended up.

Thank you to everyone who has favorited and followed this story, I know it's been a while since an update. This will be the last chapter, and thank you all again if you've waited this long 3