Two lone muscle cars emerge from the dark of night and pull up to a quaint house on a quiet block. Normally there would be music blaring from the speakers, but tonight it's deadly quiet. Four souls disgorge from the vehicles and two of them somberly make their way up the sidewalk to the front door. They don't need to ring the doorbell, because the door is flung wide open, and a redheaded man and his raven haired wife stand there, scanning over the four visitors, looking for someone they knew deep down wouldn't be there.

"Sh…she didn't make it, did she?" Victor asks, his voice cracking with emotion. His daughter and son-in-law both let their heads slump to their chests. Even though they knew they tried their best, it still stung deep.

"We…we got there just as she escaped, but that demon bitch snuck up from behind…" Tim says, afraid to look his mother and father-in-law in the eyes.

"Her spirit saved us though. Somehow she pierced the veil and was able to distract the demon long enough for Timmy here to kill it." Vicky interjected, putting her hand on his quivering shoulder, knowing how hard this was on him.

Danielle can only hold her husband close and sob, knowing her youngest daughter suffered such a terrible death. It warmed both parents that she was able to return briefly to save her family from certain death. It did little to quell the pain, but they both knew that she went out doing what she loved: saving people and hunting down a very evil creature.

"I'm so sorry." Tim says, hanging his head in shame.

"NO! You have nothing to be sorry for Timmy. Tiffany died protecting her family, that's something every mother and wife claim to want to do, but few ever are willing to do." Danielle says, giving her son-in-law a comforting hug.

Tammy and Tommy had heard their father's voice and came flying down the stairs, tackling him to the concrete of the porch. He maneuvered to a sitting position and clutched his children tight to him. He felt a vague sense of normalcy as the two squeezed him tight. It was Tammy who first looked up, first to her Aunt Vicky, and then to her father before looking around.

"Where's Mommy?" she asked in a tiny voice that warmed Tim. He smiles at both of his children before holding them even closer to his heaving chest.

"Mommy's…in Heaven with Uncle Chester and Aunt Trixie." he begins, giving each child a gentle kiss on the forehead. "She didn't want to go, but God needed her. She wanted me to tell you that she loves you both very much and will be watching over you." he says, holding them in his arms and standing up.

"Did the evil lady get her?" Tommy asks with a tiny bit of fear in his squeaky voice.

"Yes, but Aunt Vicky and I made sure that the evil lady won't be able to hurt anyone ever again." he replies with a sigh. The two children give him a smile, before squirming down and hugging Vicky, who had tears in her eyes just looking at her niece and nephew. Both hunters know that it will take a long time for them to process what has happened, but for tonight the fact that they are happy is enough to mollify their worries.

"I think these two little ones need to get to sleep." Danielle says, picking up both children. Neither had their naps in the afternoon, and both were yawning and rubbing their eyes now. She reentered the house, while Victor stayed on the porch.

"I'm assuming there won't be a funeral for Tootie will there?" he asks once the door is closed.

"No sir, we salted and burned her body just as she wanted." Tim begins, producing a small jar filled with ashes. "But she also said that she wants you and Danielle to have a little bit of her. I split her ashes so that you two, Vicky, and I will always have a piece of her." he finishes, his eyes misting again. Victor reaches out and takes the small jar, cradling it like a priceless heirloom.

"And I don't see why we couldn't have a big blowout bash in her honor. Give her a final send-off of sorts." Vicky says with a smile, trying to lighten the mood a tad. Both men look at her and smile. Father and husband knowing that's what she would want.

"I have to get back inside." Victor says after a few moments of silence. He gives Tim's shoulder a gentle squeeze and Vicky a hug and kiss on the cheek. Once the door closes, the two hunters slowly make their way down the driveway to their cars.

"How you holding up Twerp?" she says with a small smile, throwing her arm around his shoulder.

"I don't think it's hit me yet that she's gone. I'm still running on adrenaline after finally putting Veronica down for good." he replies, returning her smile briefly.

"Well, she may have been put down, but there are still a lot more evil sons of bitches out there that need the same treatment. I could use some help out there, when you're ready." she says as they reach the end of the driveway.

"I've been giving that a lot of thought. Actually ever since we took that ill-fated vamp hunt. With Tootie gone, I can't be running all over Creation with Tammy and Tommy at home. No offense to your parents obviously." he says, turning to face her.

"What are you trying to say Timmy?" she asks, a befuddled look on her face.

"I'm saying that it's time for me to settle down and actually be a parent. I am officially retiring as an active hunter. I may take on jobs locally, but my days of cruising the highways and byways are over." he responds, giving her a soft smile.

"Well, I can understand your feelings Twerp. I don't like it, but I'll support you on this one. The squirts need you more than I do." she replies with a sigh. He simply wraps his arms around her and hugs her tightly. They stand there for a few seconds before breaking apart.

"Listen, if a job gets too tough for you, and I can help in any way…don't hesitate to give me a call. I'm gonna worry about you out there Vicky, so don't be a stranger." he says, flashing her a genuine smile.

"I won't, on either count. I'm gonna take Loretta back to my place. Chip has been itching to learn, but he's more the research/lore/exorcism kind of guy. He's so scared of the weapons I've got in the house it isn't funny." she replies, returning his smile. Tim shakes his head and wishes him good luck before Vicky turns on her heel and walks to her car. It takes off as AJ makes his way over to his best friend.

"You ok dude?" he asks, clapping Tim on the shoulder.

"Honestly? No. But I'll heal, because I think Tootie would find a way out of Heaven to kick my ass if I moped around for too long." he says with a laugh. The two old friends wrap their arms around one another and make their way to the Charger. AJ gets in right away, but Timmy takes an extra second to look up into the starry sky above.

"I love you Tootie." he whispers to Heaven with a smile and a tear rolling down his cheek. He gets into the car and makes the short trip back to his home.

"I love you too Timmy." a soft, gentle voice replies. Tootie finishes watching her husband, and turns back to face the two friends she lost so many years ago. Chester has a grin on his face, while Trixie only chuckles at her.

"Even in Heaven you got it bad for the boy." Trixie says, a gentle smile on her face. Tootie can only return the smile as the three of them walk along the streets of gold in Paradise.

"And he's the only man I ever loved." she replies. Trixie rolls her eyes and Chester gets a laugh out of that, before turning to his friend and pseudo-sister.

"Do you think Tammy and Tommy will become hunters like you and Timmy were?" he asks. Tootie thinks about that for a few seconds before closing her eyes. When she opens them, she smiles warmly at her friends.

"No. Timmy and I discussed this right after Veronica came back. We both agreed that if they wanted to, they could get into the 'family business' and we would support and train them. Tammy is going to make a heck of a lawyer someday, and I think Tommy is going to follow in his daddy's footsteps right into producing and directing." she says.

"Do you think Timmy will find another woman?" Trixie asks sincerely.

"I honestly hope he does, or else I will find a way down there and kick his butt!" she says with a giggle. "Besides, I know in my heart he and I will be reunited soon."

"Heaven won't know what hit it when he gets up here either!" Chester exclaims, causing all three to burst into laughter. Trixie and Chester walk ahead, but Tootie stops and gazes once more on Earth, specifically locking eyes with her beloved husband one more time.

"I'll see you soon my love." she says quietly, before sprinting to catch up to her friends. In her now immortal heart, she knows Heaven won't see a more joyful reunion than hers and Timmy's.

The End

A/N: Read and Review. Well there you have it, the grand finale. Tim retired, Vicky is still a hunter, and Tootie is in Heaven. I believe this is the perfect ending to this story. I hope you've enjoyed the ride as much as I have enjoyed writing it. I do have a few people to thank, as well as a special play list of songs in the next chapter, so check that out too.