Goodbyes are never easy, and Dean Winchester had to learn that the hard way.

On that first day at Ellen's daycare, he never thought he'd make a friend who had known nothing about Batman. He didn't think that this boy would soon become his best friend. He didn't think that over the next few months, he'd gain three brothers. He definitely didn't know that two of them would be ripped away from him.

Dean watched as John led Gabriel and Castiel to the driveway where their mother was waiting by the car that would take them away. Mary stood behind him, one hand on his shoulder, the other holding the one brother that wasn't leaving.

Amelia had stopped by every day since she had gained custody, slowly receiving the boys' things. John loaded their car seat and booster seat into the back of the car.

Gabriel wrapped his arms around John's legs, hugging him, thanking him, then waved at Dean and Mary before climbing into the car, not wanting anyone to see the tears staining his cheeks.

Castiel wasn't as shy with his emotions. He latched onto John, refusing to let go.

Dean leaned into his mother before running inside. Mary watched her son leave, thinking he was too upset to watch anymore. But soon enough, he was back, a yellow cape and black mask in hand.

"Cas!" he yelled, making his way towards his friend.

The black haired child unwound himself from John to stare at Dean, his eyes red and puffy.

Dean held out the costume pieces. "No matter where you go, you'll always be my Robin, right?"

Castiel's mouth twitched and a small giggle escaped the child. He nodded, taking the items. "And you'll be my Batman."

A/N: Well, I'm done. I want to thank those of you who have been with this story since the beginning, and thank you to my new readers. I want to apologize immensely for the heartbreak I've given you, but make sure to keep an eye out for the sequel!

I love you all!

Kisses, Rachel 3