Moving On and Upwards by Hannah21

[JRK Archiver]

Authors Note: This takes place after Jason gets out of the hospital. He is trying to defeny Sonny and see his trampy sister anyway. Elizabeth is trying to move on with Ric. Tonight is the night Jason finally sees Elizabeth with Ric. This Elizabeth is different from the screen version. She has a past unlike the tv version. And what a hell of a past.


Chapter 1


Kelly’s

Elizabeth walks over to a couple at a table smiling when Ric walks in smiling broadly at his new girlfriend. Ric quickly kisses her on her cheek and takes a seat at the counter.

“Hello there beautiful” Ric said with a slick smile.

“Hello there yourself handsome” Elizabeth flashes a smile.

Reaching for her hand Ric kisses it. “What time are you off work today?” He says.

“Elizabeth let’s out a deep breath. “Let’s see since I changed my hours to 4 hours every three days here at Kelly’s I am off about now. Why?” She said smiling shyly.

“Well, I heard that Jake’s has begun karoke and open mic night and I was going with my guitar to play some songs and I was wondering if my very beautiful girlfriend wanted to come with me.”

“Open mic night and karoke? Ric I don’t sing anymore no matter what my friends from Philly told you on the phone.” Elizabeth said as she picked up her purse.

“Come on, they said you have the voice of an angel and since you have the face of one too….I thought” Ric said smiling.

“Ric, I am not a singer, I’m a artist…that’s it” Elizabeth said squeezing Ric’s hand.

“Elizabeth, you are multi-talented and I’ve heard you sing when you think no one is around. Come on, it will be fun, I promise.” Ric said showing his dimples.

“I’ll go with you but I’m not promising that I will sing, okay? Now I gotta go or I’ll be late getting to the community center.” Elizabeth said reaching for her jacket.

“Are you going to that center again, Elizabeth that area isn’t safe why do you in since on going there?” Ric said grabbing her hand.

“Ric, you know why I want to help those kids and if teaching them art is a way to do it so be it.” Elizabeth said.

“But Elizabeth, those are not kids they are teenagers and the guy Joey who stole your purse that day is in the class you teach, that is dangerous.” Ric said with worry on his face.

“I know he is Ric and I have the scars on my knees to remind me of that day, okay besides Ric he’s just like I used to be. “I used to do the same damn thing until I came here to Port Charles and spent time with the Spencers. Even though my grandmother thought she changed me it was Laura and Luke that made me apart of their family. Parents are suppose to care for their children not ship them away when they feel like they are in the way. I know how that guy feels.”

“You have a good heart Elizabeth Webber I’ve never met anyone like you before.” Ric said pulling Elizabeth into a kiss. Pulling away slowly Elizabeth smiled. “I’ve gotta go, see ya.”

“Wait, where will you be after the center are you going to your gallery?” Ric asked.

“Yeah, I’m meeting Zander and he’s helping me paint the place, oh did I tell you Zander has agreed to work with me at my gallery, isn’t that great.” Elizabeth said smiling.

“Great, so I’ll pick you up at the studio at 7pm how’s that?” Ric asked.

“That’s fine, I’ll be ready” Elizabeth said before walking out the door. Ric watched his girlfriend proudly. Elizabeth was amazing she was hurt by Jason but you would never know it now. Thanks to Jason Morgan Ric had Elizabeth now and he was never going to let Jason or anyone hurt her again. Ric did feel bad that he used Elizabeth to tell the truth about Jason and Sonny’s slutty sister. That day was sweet when he saw Sonny’s mouth drop open after Elizabeth told him. Ric had to hold his laugh back when he looked at Sonny’s face and Jason’s when Sonny ripped him a new ass for screwing his tramp of a sister. Ewwww
Ric couldn’t figure out Jason the girl looks like she’s been up and down the block. What an idiot that Morgan is he let Elizabeth go and took up with a whore. And now he is finished with Sonny. “Just like I planned,” Ric said laughing as he ran upstairs to his room.

Jake’s

Elizabeth and Ric arrive with Ric’s guitar in hand and look around the bar. Ric has Elizabeth walk in front of him and admires her backside slowly swaying from side to side.

“Good lord you look good in leather” Ric said growling to her. Elizabeth was wearing a black leather vest that came down just below her breasts so all of her well toned stomach and her belly piercing was exposed which did justice to the very low rise leather pants she was wearing with black boots. The new tattoo she just had done healed nicely on the lower part of her back. When figuring out her new tat she didn’t go with her favorite bird…a dove when to Elizabeth meant the past was the pass and she would move on and upwards and soar through the sky.

“That tattoo healed nicely…and by the way are you going to tell me where your other tats are?” Ric said teasing.

Elizabeth turned around smiling “no” and laughed. “So, when are you singing?” She asked.

“In about 10mins are you singing with me, come on Elizabeth.” Ric pleaded

“No…I came to support you that is it, okay so break a leg.” Elizabeth.

Ric leaned over and kissed her. “All right, but I’m not giving up.” Ric said as he reached for his guitar.

Just then Jason walked in with his tramp by his side. Jason was hoping she wouldn’t follow him to Jake’s but she did. He feels like his head would explode sitting in that loft listening to her talk about how unfair Sonny is and how much she hated him. “Good god” Jason thought “what make me go with her in the first place, shut up!” “Oh…she’s easy that’s why…just a piece of ass.” “And I’m so stupid Sonny gave me an out but did I take it, no and now I’ve lost everything that mattered to me, Elizabeth, my friendship with Sonny, my job…and not I’m stuck with this thing.” “Someone please shot me” Jason held his head as she whined on and on about wanting to make him brownies and she was thinking about writing him a “note.” At that Jason rolled his eyes and ordered a beer he knew he couldn’t order one for her cause she’s was even of legal drinking age. “Shot me anyone!” Jason screamed out in his head. “Elizabeth…I wonder what she is doing tonight?”

Just then Jake got up on stage. “People, welcome to karoke and open mic night at Jake’s!” Jake smiled as the crowd clapped. “Well without further yapping where’s our first, everyone give it up for Ric Lansing!”

As the crowd clapped Jason stared “what?”

“Hey, everyone, how you doing tonight?” Ric scans the crowd and sees Jason standing in the back by the bar next to him, his whore and Jason is staring dead at Ric. Well, Morgan since you are here I’ll sing this song to Elizabeth instead of what I first planned. Ric thought outloud.

“This song is dedicated to the special woman in my life, this song is by John Mayer” Ric smiled and started playing.


We got the afternoon
You got this room for two
One thing I've left to do
Discover me
Discovering you

One mile to every inch of
Your skin like porcelain
One pair of candy lips and
Your bubblegum tongue

'Cause if you want love
We'll make it
Swimming a deep sea
Of blankets
Take all your big plans
And break 'em
This is bound to be a while

Your body Is a wonderland
Your body is a wonderland (I'll use my hands)
Your body Is a wonderland

Jake’s was so crowded Jason couldn’t see the woman Ric was singing the song to. He narrowed his eyes and scanned the crowd but didn’t see her. Jason watched Ric. He thought the man was damn near drooling at whoever he was singing to.

Something 'bout the way the hair falls in your face
I love the shape you take when crawling towards the pillowcase
You tell me where to go and
Though I might leave to find it
I'll never let your head hit the bed
Without my hand behind it

You want love?
We'll make it
Swimming a deep sea
Of blankets
Take all your big plans
And break 'em
This is bound to be a while

Your body is a wonderland
Your body is a wonder (I'll use my hands)
Your body is a wonderland

Damn baby
You frustrate me
I know you're mine all mine all mine
But you look so good it hurts sometimes

Your body Is a wonderland, Your body is a wonder (I'll use my hands), Your body Is a wonderland

After Ric finished the crowd claps. “Thank you, everyone, thank you” Ric stands up and holds out his hand. Elizabeth blushes and doesn’t immediately take it. “Ladies and Gentleman I have to tell you that song describes her to a tee and besides that she is a local artist and she sings like an angel. “Come on, honey please sing, please?”

Jason stretches trying to see the woman but Jake’s is too dark and crowded. He then turns and orders another beer.

“I wonder who Ric is dating, isn’t it exciting that he made that song for her, isn’t it romantic?”

Jason turned and stared at his mistake, “made the song, what?” he shook his head and said nothing and turned his attention by to the stage.

“Come on baby, please?” Ric pleaded and showed Elizabeth an innocent smile.

“Fine, okay” Elizabeth yelled as she took his hand.

Jason looked up and the woman that had taken Ric’s hand looked familiar she looked like Eliza…but it couldn’t be Ric and Elizabeth weren’t seeing each other and besides it looked like this woman had a tattoo on the very low part of her back and…. Oh my god! The woman turned around and Jason’s mouth dropped opened. It was Elizabeth…his Eliz…Ric is seeing Elizabeth! Jason’s fist started clenching and unclenching when Ric slowly slide his hand across Elizabeth flat tight stomach and played with what looked to Jason as a belly button ring. While Ric kissed Elizabeth he shot a look to Jason and he could see the man was fluming. Jason watched Elizabeth whisper something in to Ric’s ear and the crowd started to quiet down.

The catcalls and whistles from the men in the crowd pissed Jason off. And he wanted to punch the crap out of each guy.

Jason’s mistake started whining about leaving once she saw Elizabeth on stage and Jason just ignored her and ordered another beer.

“Okay, okay…now that you have me up here, I’ll sing but you are so dead when we get home.” Elizabeth said laughing looking at Ric. The crowd started laughing at her comment. Jason’s eyes widen at her comment “when we get home” were they living together too? Jason rubbed his forehead and stared at Elizabeth.

“Now as Ric said I am an artist so be nice cause I’m sensitive about my @#%$!” Elizabeth joked with the crowd. The crowd laughed again.

Jason was shocked by Elizabeth’s attitude. She betrayed no fear of being in front of a crowd. He laughed to himself when he thought back to the time that he listened to Elizabeth sing in her studio when he was shot. Her face was of a angel but the voice, Jason laughed. He was curious on how she now sounded so he wasn't going anywhere. He also noticed how happy she was and Ric was making her laugh. Jason just wanted to punch Ric in the face and grab Elizabeth and leave both his mistake and Ric behind. She is so beautiful and her body was to die for. Those leather pants looked like they were painted on her and Jason wondered if he kissed her neck and felt her breasts under his hands would she cry out his name. God he missed her.

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Chapter 2


“Hit it” Elizabeth yelled. Ric started playing the guitar and Elizabeth began to sing.

Uh huh, life's like this
Uh huh, uh huh, that's the way it is
Cause life's like this
Uh huh, uh huh that's the way it is

Chill out whatcha yelling' for?
Lay back it's all been done before
And if you could only let it be
you will see

I like you the way you are
When we're drivin' in your car

(Elizabeth makes the motion of driving a car while smiling at Ric)

and you're talking to me one on one but you've become

Somebody else round everyone else
You're watching your back like you can't relax
You're tryin' to be cool you look like a fool to me
Tell me

Why you have to go and make things so complicated?
I see the way you're acting like you're somebody else gets me frustrated
Life's like this you
And you fall and you crawl and you break
and you take what you get and you turn it into honesty
and promise me I'm never gonna find you fake it

(The words make Jason flinch)

no no no

You come over unannounced
dressed up like you're somethin' else
where you are and where it's at you see
you're making me
laugh out when you strike your pose
take off all your preppy clothes

(Elizabeth reaches down and puts her finger under Ric’s chin smiling then turns back to the crowd)

you know you're not fooling anyone
when you've become
Somebody else round everyone else
Watching your back, like you can't relax
Trying to be cool you look like a fool to me
Tell me

Why you have to go and make things so complicated?
I see the way you're acting like you're somebody else gets me frustrated
Life's like this you
and you fall and you crawl and you break
and you take what you get and you turn it into
honesty promise me I'm never gonna find you fake it
no no no

(Elizabeth then grabs Ric’s guitar and starts playing it herself while he smiles)

Chill out whatcha yelling for?
Lay back, it's all been done before
And if you could only let it be
You will see

Somebody else round everyone else

You're watching your back, like you can't relax
You're trying to be cool, you look like a fool to me
Tell me

Why you have to go and make things so complicated?
I see the way you're acting like you're somebody else gets me frustrated
Life's like this you
and you fall and you crawl and you break
and you take what you get and you turn it into honesty
promise me I'm never gonna find you fake it----------no….. no….. no

[JRK Archiver]

Chapter 3


The crowd claps and the guys did catcalls and whistles. Elizabeth smiled and just shook and head and looked at Ric then over at Jake.
“Elizabeth Webber, everyone!” Ric yelled out to the crowd. Then kissed Elizabeth’s lips.

“Thank you, thank you” she said smiling. Ric held out his hand for her to step down off the stage. Jason couldn’t take his eyes off Elizabeth, he had no idea she could sing that well. Glancing at Ric he wanted so badly to beat Ric down. He watched the guys in the bar walk up to Elizabeth and talk to her while Ric held her tightly against his side. Jason thought that Elizabeth looked a little uncomfortable by the way Ric was holding her so tight. So, he decided to say something.

“I’ll be right back” Jason said to his companion and walked away before she started whining. Elizabeth’s back was facing Jason as he walked towards her. She looked incredible from behind. The vest she was wearing had diamond shape openings in the back and showed she wasn’t wearing a bra. “She not wearing a bra!” Jason groaned silently. And as he stared he saw two small red strings on her hips that disappeared under her leather pants and wondered what it was. “Is that a tong, oh my god” Jason thought swallowing hard as he approached.

“Elizabeth” Jason said.

Elizabeth turned around smiling. She knew his voice anywhere.

“Jason, hi” Elizabeth said smiling.

Jason was thrown by her smiling at him and was about to look around for another Jason. But realized that her beautiful blue eyes were looking directly at him.

“Hi” Jason replied smiling.

“How are you?” Elizabeth asked. Before Jason could reply Ric interrupted.

“Jason what are you doing here where’s your better half? Ric said as he looked around the bar.

Jason ignored Ric and never once took his eyes off Elizabeth. “Your singing has improved it was beautiful,” he said smiling.

“Yeah, it’s okay I guess. Did you see the entire so-called performance?” Elizabeth said laughing.

“It wasn’t a so-called performance it was great and yes I saw the whole thing and when did you start playing the gu...” Jason said.

“Hey, baby we need to get going our dinner reservation is at 9pm” Ric said grabbing Elizabeth tighter.

Jason started frowning at Ric and was about to say something when Elizabeth spoke up.

“Your right, nice seeing you Jason, take care,” Elizabeth said smiling.



Chapter 4

Jason watched as Elizabeth and Ric walked pass him and out the door. Ric turned around a smiled at Jason then turned around and kiss Elizabeth on her cheek. Jason’s fist clenched and unclenched and his eyes turned cold. Jason’s companion walked up to him and handed him a note. Jason read it and it stated that she wanted sex. Jason looked up from the note and looked at his companion and said no and that he was going back to his PH. After dropping his companion off Jason drove the town car back to the PH and took his bike out for a ride. He noticed that when he looked at Elizabeth tonight he didn’t see any hatred and that she actually spoke with him. She was kind and she didn’t tell him that she didn’t know him. He was grateful for that. As Jason took the cliff road his thoughts were only Elizabeth and how beautiful she is and how incredible sexy she looked tonight. The way the leather she wore looked painted on. The swell of her breasts and the way her hair cascaded down her shoulders. Her hair was a lot longer than it was three months ago. And he wondered about the tattoo he saw on her back. It looked like a dove. He knew that the dove must mean something to her cause Elizabeth wasn’t the type to just put anything on her body. “I didn’t even know she had a tattoo, I wonder if she has others and where are they?” Jason said smiling. Then his face dropped and wondered if Ric had seen them. “He might have….that song he sang to her.” Jason said as he reached Vista Point and shut off his engine. “Elizabeth, is it too late for us?” Jason asked outloud as he dropped his head.

Elizabeth’s studio

“Dinner was great don’t you think? Elizabeth said while Ric walked her to her door.

“Dinner was okay but the company was better” Ric replied with a slick smile.

Elizabeth reached and took her keys out of her purse to open her door. “Want to come in, I’m about to make some coffee.” Elizabeth said smiling.

“Sure,….wait when did you start drinking coffee this late at night?” Ric asked.

“What does it matter what time it is?” Elizabeth asked.

“Well, doesn’t the caffeine keep you up at night?” Ric asked as he sat down on Elizabeth’s couch.

“It used to but not anymore.” Elizabeth replied as she started to prepare the coffee.

“By the way I meant to tell you that I like your taste in furniture, I like how you redecorated.” Ric said smiling looking around the studio.

“Well, since my neighbor across the hall decided to leave I’m glad that the owner took my offer on the place. My studio is so much bigger without my art supplies taking up the space.” Elizabeth said as she reached for two mugs for the coffee.

“It is bigger and I like this new couch and that huge bed over there…. especially the bed.” Ric smiled sexy.

Elizabeth turned and smiled “oh you like my bed, huh….at first I thought it was too big for this place but it fits well.”

“I love the bed…what size it again….is it a queen?” Ric said as he walked across the floor and wrapped his hands around Elizabeth’s waist and kissed her neck.

“Yes, it’s a queen.” Elizabeth said enjoying the feeling of someone wanting her for who she really is.

“Mmmmm, I like a bed big enough for two people.” Ric said as he started to slide his hands higher.

“Coffee is ready,” Elizabeth said moving out of Ric’s arms.

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Chapter 5


“Ok, ok….we can take it slow, I don’t want to rush you to do anything you don’t want to do” Ric said smiling.

“Thank you…. here’s your coffee” Elizabeth said as she handed Ric his mug.

“So, do you want to watch a movie, I have the Matrix…have you seen that?” Elizabeth asked.

“No, I haven’t that would be great.” Ric answered before slipping his coffee and Elizabeth started the video.


Valentine Day


Elizabeth opened Kelly’s at 6am and didn’t think about the holiday one bit because she had a full day ahead of her. After Kelly’s she was going to her gallery to wait for the plumber to arrive to fix some pipes that were leaking. Then off to the community center for her art classes. Just then Lucky came in.

“Hey” Lucky said.

“Hey, how are you?” Elizabeth said smiling.

“Fine, how are you doing?” Lucky asked with concern

“I’m fine…oh…Lucky…I’m okay.” Elizabeth replied smiling.

“I’m sorry…I got up and realized what today was and….I just had to see you.” Lucky said sadly.

“It was a long time ago Lucky….you saved me that night…and I will always love you for it.” Elizabeth said.

Lucky got up and hugged Elizabeth tightly. “I’m sorry…it’s just…” Lucky said but Elizabeth interrupted him.

“Lucky, I don’t dwell on the rape…it was a long time ago and I was a different person then.” Elizabeth replied quietly.

“You were a child….Elizabeth.” Lucky said as he started crying.

“Lucky…you can’t do this every year…you helped me then…you were my knight in shining armor and now you are my best friend.” Elizabeth said trying to calm him down as she rubbed his back.

Just then Penny walked in. Elizabeth looked up and smiled.

“Hey, Penny…good morning” Elizabeth said.

“Morning Elizabeth” Penny replied with concern as she looked down at Lucky. Elizabeth mouthed “It’s okay” and smiled. Peggy smiled back and walked back into the kitchen.

“I’m sorry.” Lucky wiped his eyes

“It’s okay, Lucky I understand.” Elizabeth said smiling at her friend.

“Do you have plans for today, you wanna hang out?” Lucky asked

“I do have plans but maybe we can hang later…and no crying okay?” Elizabeth said smiling

“Okay…I’ll call you.” Lucky slightly smiling.


Chapter 6


“Okay” Elizabeth replied as she watched her friend leave the diner.

“Well, Penny it’s time for me to leave….see ya tomorrow” Elizabeth yelled as she grabbed her jacket and her travel mug full of coffee.

“See ya tomorrow and have a good day” Penny yelled.

“Thanks” Elizabeth said as she walked out the door.

Elizabeth breathed in the cool air around her and undid her ponytail. She looked down at her watch. It was 10:10am. On her way to her ride Elizabeth’s cell rang.

“It’s Elizabeth” she answered her phone

“Hey, it’s Elizabeth” Ric said teasing.

“Hey, Elizabeth….how are you?” she replied smiling

Ric laughed. “I’m fine, I was just thinking about you…what are you doing?” he asked.

“I’m on my way to the gallery to meet the plumber.” Elizabeth said as she approached her ride.

“Why, what happen?” Ric asked with concern.

“Two of the pipes broke last night and flooded the place…thanks to the neighbor who stayed late in his studio space called me this morning.” Elizabeth said.

“Damn, is there a lot of damage?” Ric asked.

“I won’t know that until I get there…I’m sorry I have to go now I’m meeting the plumber at 10:30am." Elizabeth said.

“Okay, then you better go now and catch your cab now.” Ric replied.

“I don’t need a cab I have my bike with me.” Elizabeth said as she straddled her Harley.

“Elizabeth…don’t tell me you are keeping the bike.” Ric said.

“Then I won’t tell you then.” Elizabeth said.

“But Elizabeth it’s dangerous.” Ric said then regretting the word once it passed through his lips.

Ignoring the word Elizabeth started her bike “I know how to drive it, okay and besides the guy in my art class gave me a great deal on it….bye Ric” Elizabeth said.

“You win, you win…call me later and tell me what the plumber said, okay?” Ric said.

“Okay, bye” Elizabeth said as she slipped her cell in her jacket as she drove off.

Gallery

As the plumber checked over the damage Elizabeth watched. “So what’s the damage?” Elizabeth asked.

The plumber smiled and ran his eyes over Elizabeth’s body. She was very attractive he thought to himself.


Chapter 7


She was wearing some low riding jeans and a tee shirt that exposed part of her stomach. The tee shirt had BEBE written on the front. Maybe he could make a deal with her for payment for fixing the pipes instead of money. Elizabeth noticed the look the plumber was giving her and prepared herself to be hit on or be grabbed she didn’t know which but she was prepared.

“Excuse me, my face is not where my chest is, okay I asked you what the damage would cost” Elizabeth said coldly.

“I was just…sorry…. you’re very attractive…I bet you hear that a lot?” he said.

“Since you aren’t being professional…you need to leave and leave now.” Elizabeth responded with ice in her voice.

“I just thought we could….” He replied as he got up and started walking towards her.

“STOP, back up and take your @#%$ and get the @#%$ out….NOW!” Elizabeth growled.

“Calm down, sweetheart I just wanted to let you know that I like you…I think you’re pretty.” He replied as he got closer to Elizabeth and he grabbed her.

Just then Elizabeth swung around and got out of the plumber’s hold and took his arms and pinned it up behind his back. And the plumber cried out in pain.

“You know what…I could break your arm if I wanted too. Snap it in two places, right now.” Elizabeth growled.

“Lady…listen I’m sorry…okay…I didn’t mean..” he said gritting his teeth against the pain.

Just then Zander walked in and his mouth dropped seeing Elizabeth with this big guy with his arm wrapped behind him. “Elizabeth are you okay?” Zander asked running into the room.

“Zander, I’m fine…my friend here just didn’t want to listen so I had to teach him a lesson, did I?” Elizabeth said as she lifted the plumber’s arm higher. And the guy yelped.

“Um…Elizabeth…I think he got the point.” Zander said half laughing. At that Elizabeth released the guy and pushed him away.

“Get out!” Elizabeth said with cold eyes. The plumber grabbed his things and left without saying one word.

Once he was gone Elizabeth turned and the warm came back to her eyes.

“Hey Zander…what are you doing here? Elizabeth asked smiling.

“Well, I spoke to Ric and he told me what happened so I thought I would come by and make sure we didn’t get ripped off by the plumber. By the way, did you not like the price he gave you?" Zander laughed.

Elizabeth laughed. “He decided he wanted me as a girl toy instead, but I handled it.” She said.

“You sure did…that guy’s face was blood red you damn near broke his arm.” Zander said smiling

Elizabeth shrugged. “He deserved it for touching me in the first place.”

“He touched you..are you okay?” Zander faced filled with concern.

“I’m fine, Zander….let’s change the subject…I still need a plumber, know any?” Elizabeth asked looking down at the broken pipes.


Chapter 8


“I don’t know of any so I suppose the telephone directory will just have to do.” Zander said.

“Oh great…do we even have one?” Elizabeth replied.

“No, not here…we could call Ric to see if he knows of one since he helped with Carly’s club.” Zander said

“Okay, but less not mention what happened to the other plumber, okay? Elizabeth said

“No problem…but you know if I were in Ric’s shoes I would want to know.” Zander said looking at his friend.

Elizabeth looked at a friend. “I can take care of myself, Zander” Elizabeth said rolling her eyes.

“I know you can, Elizabeth you prove that everyday…but if I were Ric I would want to know if someone came on to or grabbed my girl that is all I’m saying” Zander replied.

Elizabeth let out a breath. “Fine…I’ll tell him.” She said reaching for her cell.


Sonny’s Penthouse

“So, if you just sign here…then here, I’ll process the paperwork.” Ric said as he sat next to Sonny on the couch.

“How fast will the turnaround be?” Sonny asked as he signed.

“Pretty quick, I’ll process the papers as soon as I get to my office and I’ll call you this afternoon.” Ric gathered the papers together.

Just then Jason walked in. Sonny didn’t bother looking up. He was still upset with Jason about going back with his sister after he told Jason to break up with her for good. He knew what Jason was feeling was confusion and he just wished that Jason would be honest with himself about his real feelings. If he was in love it wasn’t with his sister. Jason is in love with someone and that someone is Elizabeth Webber.

Jason stood by the couch and stared at Ric and Sonny and wanted until they were finished with the papers in front of them.

“Well, well….Jason…nice to see you again.” Ric said dripping with sarcasm.

Jason just stared at him with cold eyes and turned his attention to Sonny. “That problem we had at the club has been handled.” Jason said.

“Good, keep an eye out.” Sonny said. Both he and Jason spoke that way in front of Ric because they still both didn’t trust the man. But Sonny trusted Ric a little more than Jason. Jason hated Ric’s guts. Just then Ric’s cell rang.

“Ric Lansing” Ric said into the phone.

“Ric, hey it’s me” Elizabeth said looking at Zander. Ric shot a quick look over at Jason talking to Sonny and decided to announce that Elizabeth was on the phone just to get under Jason’s skin.

“Hey, Elizabeth…baby what is going on?” Ric said loudly. Jason’s ears perked up and he stared at Ric.

“Well…I was calling because I was hoping you had to number to the plumber Carly used for her club.” Elizabeth said.

“Why, honey…what happened…didn’t the plumber show up? Ric cut his eyes at Jason.


Chapter 9


“I’ll be right back…I have to check on lunch.” Sonny said walking into the kitchen leaving the two men alone in the living room. Jason stood there staring at Ric clenching and unclenching his fist.

“Um, yeah he did but he….did something and I had to fired him.” Elizabeth saw Zander frown.

“Elizabeth, honey…what did he do..are you okay? Ric asked with concern.

Jason pinched the bridge of his nose. He wanted so badly to grab Ric and throw him through the door. Calling Elizabeth “honey and sweetheart and baby” only he should be saying those words to her…not HIM! And what was this about a plumber and why was he asking her if she was okay? Jason thought.

“I’m fine Ric…the plumber got a little grabby.” Elizabeth said looking at Zander and he rolled his eyes at her.

“Fine!” she mouthed at Zander. “The plumber grabbed me…but Ric I handled it, okay?”

“What the hell do you mean the plumber grabbed you?” Ric almost yelled into the phone.

Grabbed her, someone grabbed Elizabeth?! Jason screamed in his head. He walked quickly to the couch.

“Who the hell grabbed Elizabeth, is she okay…where is she?” Jason yelled.

“Who is that…that sounded like Jason…is that Jason?” Elizabeth asked.

“That was the tv I have it very loud…sorry.” Ric said getting up off the couch and walking away from Jason.

“So, what do you mean he grabbed you?” Ric asked again.

“The plumber said some crap about me being attractive and he grabbed me…but like I said I handled it..I was about to break his arm when Zander walked in.” Elizabeth said calmly.

“Where is this guy now…is Zander still with you?” Ric asked.

“Yeah, Zander is here. The guy is gone I threw him out…so that is why I’m calling I need another plumber.” Elizabeth said.

“Are you sure you’re okay?” Ric asked.

“I’m fine…I just need another plumber.” Elizabeth replied frustrated.

“What the hell is going on…tell me now…where is Elizabeth?!” Jason yelled louder as he grabbed for Ric’s phone Ric quickly hung up and Sonny ran out from the kitchen.

“What is all the yelling?” he asked.

“Something happened with Elizabeth and I want to know…..NOW!” Jason clenched and unclenched his fist.

“She’s fine…Jason and you have no right asking about anything concerning Elizabeth…she is not your concern anymore! She is MY girlfriend….not YOURS!” Ric yelled.

“What about Elizabeth…is someone going to tell me what happened in here? Sonny asked standing between the two men. Because he knew Jason was about to beat the crap out of Ric and getting blood out of the carpet wouldn’t be easy.

“Sonny, today is Valentine day.” Jason said coldly as he stared at Ric. Just as Jason said it Sonny remembered.

“Where is Elizabeth, Ric…is she okay?” Sonny said with sincere concern.

Ric looked at both of the men like they had grown 2 heads. “MY girlfriend is fine.”

“Where is she…I am not going to ask again.” Jason said with ice flowing through his voice.


Chapter 10


“She’s safe…that’s all you need to know…she hanging with Zander, okay? Ric said pissing Jason off even more. By the way, Sonny I need the name of the plumber you used for Carly’s club.”

Just then Jason got around Sonny and grabbed Ric by the collar and shoved him up against the wall.

“Answer my question or I swear I will make you regret it!” Jason growled.

“Jason!” Sonny yelled.

“What the hell is your problem?” Ric said as Jason’s hand got tighter around his throat.

“A plumber she hired grabbed her today…but she handled it and I don’t know where she is right now, now let go of me!” Ric yelled.

Sonny had to pry Jason away from Ric. “Let him go Jason.” he said. And Jason dropped the man like he weighted a ton.

“Are you sure she’s is okay?” Sonny asked.

“She’s fine…what is the problem?” Ric asked.

“Nothing.” Sonny said looking at Jason as he stared with the eyes of death at Ric.

“Sonny, I need the number of Carly’s plumber you used for the club.” Ric asked as he stared and Jason and touched his neck.

“Is Elizabeth having plumbing problems at the studio?” Sonny asked making sure he stayed closed to Jason.

“Yeah…at the studio…um…can I get the number?” Ric lied.

“Yeah, tell her to call Vinnie Calendo…he’ll give her a great price….you know what don’t bother tell her I’ll handle it for her…I’ll call Vinnie.”

“NO…I mean…um you can just give me the number…you know Elizabeth she would want to handle this on her own.” Ric said.

“Okay, um….it’s 555-3487 tell Elizabeth to mention my name.”

“Thanks” Ric said as he grabbed his cell to called Elizabeth. “Hey, honey” Ric said shooting a look at Jason.

“Sorry about before..damn batteries…so baby go ahead and call Vinnie Calendo at 555-3487, okay sweetheart I’ll see you later.” Ric whispered with a sexy voice into his phone.

“I’m leaving” Jason said stalking out the door. Once in the hallway Jason called Vinnie.

“Hello?” Vinnie answered.

“Vinnie, this is Jason Morgan”

“Hello, Mr. Morgan…what can I do for you?” Vinnie asked.

“You will be receiving a call from an Elizabeth Webber about some plumbing problems at her studio. I want you to handle it and give her a damn good price…and if the damage is extensive I will pay the rest but she is not to know …..do you understand?” Jason said

“No problem, Mr. Morgan.” Vinnie said.

Chapter 11


“And when she calls you and you see the damage you call me.” Jason said.

“Got it Mr. Morgan.” Vinnie said as he was about to hang up the other phone in his shop rang.
“Excuse me, Mr. Morgan my other phone is ringing.” He said as he put Jason on hold. When he picked up his call to Jason again “Mr. Morgan, Ms. Webber just called…I’m going over there now it appears that two pipes burst because her place was cold so for too long a time.”

“What do you mean her place was cold?” Jason asked with concern. The studio has always had very good heat for Elizabeth, Jason spoke with the managers and let them know that Elizabeth should ALWAYS be comfortable in her studio.

“That is what happens when a place is empty for so long the pipes tend to burst.” Vinnie replied.

“What do you mean empty, Elizabeth Webber lives at here.” Jason said.

“Really? I think there’s another problem then…well I’ll check it out…oh and by the way since you know Ms. Webber I forgot to confirm the address I wrote down for her.” Vinnie said.

“That’s no problem…it’s 198 Front Street by the docks.” Jason replied.

“That’s funny…that’s not the address she gave me…she gave me 765 Webster Avenue, cross street Jerome.” Vinnie answered.

“What…that’s not where her studio is located?” Jason said with confusion. The address Vinnie said is not the safest of areas, why is Elizabeth there?

“Oh, Mr. Morgan…I think I understand now…Ms. Webber called the place her gallery…not a studio, well I better get going I’m meeting her there in 15 minutes.” Vinnie said.

“Fine, remember what I said.” Jason said before hanging up. Ric is a liar. Jason thought as his fist clenched.

“What else is this bastard lying about concerning Elizabeth." Ric your days are numbered. Jason thought as he got on the elevator.

As Jason got off the elevator in the lobby he ran into Francis and Max. The guards had been giving Jason the cold shoulder since he and Elizabeth broke up. They did there work but they weren't hanging out and talking like they used to.
The two men walked by Jason without a word. So Jason decided to say something.

“Francis, Max.” Jason greeted the two guards.

The two turned around and stared at Jason.
“What?” Francis said with ice in his voice as Max remained quiet.

Jason was slightly taken back by the guard’s tone but continued on. “I want you two to watch Elizabeth and make sure she has a guard following her even when she’s with…..Ric” Jason said the man’s name with disgust.

“Why all of a sudden are you interested in us watching Elizabeth?” Francis asked.

“I don’t trust Ric.” Jason replied.

“We don’t either…but why are you interested, huh? Elizabeth hasn’t been in your line of vision for months now…now that she’s trying to live her life again…you come sniffing around her again?” Francis said with coldness.

“What the hell does that mean?” Jason asked with anger.

“You know what he means. She’s now starting to live her life and now you’re asking us to watch her…what’s wrong Jason…did you finally pull your head out of Sonny’s slutty sister’s ass?” Max asked.


Chapter 12


Before Jason could answer. “Don’t bother asking Max…he is still with her even though Sonny said to end it. Jason, just to let you know we take care of our family and that includes Elizabeth…we unlike you have always been around her.” Francis said.

“By the way what time are we picking her up tonight?” Max asked.

“8pm…so go to the loft Jason and let us care for Elizabeth and shove your head back up Sonny’s sister’s ass and pretend the real world doesn’t exist.” Francis said as he was about to walk off.

“Wait…I made a mistake with Sonny’s sister I realize that. I want another chance with Elizabeth.” Jason said honestly.

“Have you broken up the whore, yet?” Max asked.

“No…but” Jason started to say.

“No…nothing…don’t go near Elizabeth until you do…because if you hurt her again Jason…you will know pain when we finish with you….you got that ass hole? Francis said with a hard edge.

“Got it…I was planning on breaking up with her tonight, anyway.” Jason said “Um…what is this about picking Elizabeth up tonight?” he asked.

“It’s our weekly movie night.” Max replied simply.

“Weekly, you two guys go out with Elizabeth weekly? Jason asked trying to hide his jealousy.

“Not just us…Johnny comes too…she is such a sweet woman…gorgeous, funny, brave and a body to die for.” Max said smiling without thinking who he was talking to. Francis nudged him.

“What?” Jason asked growling. He was doing a very bad job of hiding his jealousy.

“Hey, you buddy have no right to be jealous until you kick that whore to the curb.” Francis said as he pushed Max into the elevator.

Jason nodded but still couldn’t get over the fact that the guards were all dating Elizabeth. He pinched the bridge of his nose and rubbed his hands across his face. He needed to find Elizabeth’s gallery and once he spoke with her he would find Sonny’s sister and put a end to that lie.

Elizabeth’s gallery

Jason pulled up on his bike into the alley next to the building. The enforcer kicked in and Jason scanned the alley for possible danger. After walking out of the alley he looked up and down the street. He could tell that the area used to be nice but it looked dangerous as hell. Some of the buildings across the street from Elizabeth’s gallery were abandon and there were about 5 guys hanging out on the corner. Jason stared them down and he could tell two out of the five guys were carrying. Jason walked into the building and there was a guard sitting at the small front desk. The guy hardly looked up from his book as Jason approached.

Jason simply staring at the guard.

“Yeah?” The guard replied with annoyance.

“I’m looking for a friend that rented a gallery space here.” Jason answered.

“So?” The guard replied still reading his book.


Chapter 13


Jason started to get angry. “Put down the damn book and tell if were your newest tenant is located.” Jason said with coldness. With that the guard finally looked up and looked Jason up and down.

“Find your friend yourself” The guard replied rolling his head and turned his attention back to his book.

Jason grabbed the book and threw it across the lobby and grabbed the guard and lifted him out of his chair.

“I’m only going to ask once again, if you don’t tell me where you newest tenants are located…I’m going to beat the crap out of you and dragged you from floor to floor on the ground while still kicking your ass!” Jason said with ice flooding his voice.

“Um….okay…okay…I don’t want any trouble.” “We only had one new tenant move in last month she’s located on the other side of this building.” “Just go out the front here (guard pointing to front door) and make a left the tenant is located on the corner.” The guard rambled on making sure Jason had all the information he needed.
Jason roughly sat the guard back down and walked out. He followed the directions and saw the gallery. When Jason tried the door he found that it wasn’t locked and he shook his head.

“Elizabeth” Jason muttered. Since Elizabeth didn’t seem to have security he would have to talk to her about that. As Jason opened the door he looked around the space was pretty big. “It didn’t look this big from the outside.” Jason thought. The place was clean but a lot of work still needed to be done. It looked like Elizabeth had already done some painting because the place smelled of being freshly painted. Jason walked further into the gallery and saw a light come from a room on the left side and he heard voices. As he approached the door Vinnie the plumber walked out with Zander behind him. Vinnie smiled when he saw Jason standing there but Zander frowned and rolled his eyes.

“Hey, Mr. Morgan….I just provided my quote and Ms. Webber accepted it.” Vinnie said smiling at Jason.

“That’s great…Vinnie” Jason replied.

“Well, Zander I’ll come back tomorrow to start the work…how’s 10am for you?” Vinnie said.

“That’s fine…I’ll be here.” Zander replied.

“Good…nice to see you again, Mr. Morgan.” Vinnie said as he started walking towards the front door. Jason nodded but didn’t say anything. Once Vinnie was gone that is when Zander spoke.

“Why are you here, Jason?” Zander said with his voice dripping with annoyance as he turned and walked back into the room. Jason followed. The room turned out to be Elizabeth’s office. There were two desk facing the other. The room was pretty empty besides the desks and a bookcase full of art books. There were flowers on both the desk and a laptop where Zander was sitting.

As Jason looked around he asked. “Where’s Elizabeth?”

Zander laughed and shook his head. “Are you kidding me, why are YOU are all people looking for Elizabeth?” he said still laughing.

Jason shot Zander a look. “She was suppose to be here to meet with the plumber, where is she?”
With annoyance.

“And I’m suppose to tell you?” “Let you tell you something Jason…you are not apart of Elizabeth’s life anymore since you hooked up with that whore of yours. So, Elizabeth is none of your concern anymore…go home to that loft Ric mentioned that you have, um….how did he put it….oh your love shack.” Zander rolled his eyes before turning his attention back to the computer screen. Jason wanted to beat Zander silly but he needed to know where Elizabeth was.

“I want to see her Zander.” Jason clenched his fist trying to control his anger.


Chapter 14


“So, you can hurt her again….tell me something Jason are you still with your whore?” Zander asked.

“Leave her out of this…I need to find Elizabeth…listen Zander and I don’t plan on ever hurting Elizabeth again. I just need to see her and talk to her.” Jason said with complete honesty.

Zander looked at Jason and thought he heard sincerity in the man’s voice. “Jason, I swear if you make me regret telling you where she is…I will come after you and do my best to kick your ass.” Zander replied coldly.

Jason didn’t really like Zander but admired him for being protective of Elizabeth.

“Zander, if I do hurt Elizabeth again I will let you kick my ass, do we have a deal?” Jason said looking at the younger man.

“Deal." Zander said. "Elizabeth had a kind of rough morning so she went to work out.” Zander said.

“What happened this morning?” Jason asked.

“Well, the plumber we hired grabbed her this morning but she was able to handle it…when I walked in she had his arm pinned to his back ready to break it.” Zander calmly stated.

“What…is she okay?” Jason asked with shock shaking his head trying to picture Elizabeth pinning some guy’s arm behind him.

“She’s fine….she can kick some serious ass.” Zander said laughing.

“That’s good to hear, so what gym?” Jason asked feeling happy that Elizabeth could protect herself. Unlike Sonny’s sister…who thinks flour is a deadly weapon. Jason thought shaking his head.

"She doesn’t work out at a gym she works out at the new community center on Monroe.” Zander replied.

“Is that the one about 10 blocks from here?” Jason asked.

“Yeah, she’s been there all ready for about two and half hours.” Zander answered looking down at his watch. He was about to say something more but as soon as he looked up Jason was gone.


Monroe Community Center

Elizabeth worked out her frustration she was feeling and now she felt better. She hit the machines and attended the afternoon step class. Now she was off to work the bag and continue with one of the trainers, Adam for her next round of boxing lesson. Since that time Jason had shown her a few boxing moves she wanted to continue learning. But since he wasn’t around her now she was happy to find out the community center offered it as a one on one class.

She had been working with Adam for about two months now and had learned a lot and besides learning she got to stare at a gorgeous guy for about one hour every two days a week. Elizabeth liked Adam he kind of reminded her of Jason. Tall, very good-looking, and very confident without being overwhelming. As Elizabeth climbed the stairs to the weight room it was pretty empty except for about three guys lifting weights. Elizabeth dropped her duffel and towel and started hitting the bag. Using all of the things Adam had taught her.

Her favorite thing to do was the back flip kick. Elizabeth flipped and kicked the bag with her foot and ended it with a punch. The music the guys were playing provided her with more energy. She always liked that song “Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns and Roses. Elizabeth was hitting the bag so intensely and listening to the music she didn’t see Jason walk up to the doorway.

Welcome to the jungle
We've got fun n' games
We got everything you want
Honey, we know the names
We are the people that can find
Whatever you may need


Chapter 15


If you got the money, honey
We got your disease

Elizabeth flipped in the air and kicked the bag with a sidekick. Jason’s eyes widen at the sight, he was shocked that she was able to do that. Elizabeth had such an intense look on her beautiful face. He could see from that night at Jake’s that she was in shape but what she was wearing now showed how defined her body is. She was wearing a gray sports bra that accented the swell of her breasts and very short gray biker shorts. Jason could see the tight muscles in her back and legs. She was gorgeous and so in shape. “Jesus” Jason moaned.

In the jungle
Welcome to the jungle
Watch it bring you to your knees, knees
I wanna watch you bleed

Jason watched Elizabeth work the punching bag. He was surprised for woman with her small frame that she had that much power to her punch. Jason smiled. I better be careful not to piss her off.

Welcome to the jungle
We take it day by day
If you want it you're gonna bleed
But it's the price you pay
And you're a very sexy girl
That's very hard to please
You can taste the bright lights
But you won't get them for free
In the jungle
Welcome to the jungle
Feel my, my, my serpentine
I, I wanna hear you scream

He watched her flip and kick the bag and end with two punches. Wow, she can take care of herself…that plumber didn’t stand a chance. Then anger flooded him. Wait till I find that plumber that touched her he will regret the day he was born. Jason clenched his fist. Just then some guy walked in and Jason watched him approach Elizabeth and whisper something in her ear.

“Who the hell is that guy?” Jason muttered.

Elizabeth turned and noticed Adam approaching her. Since the music was so loud he whispered in her ear.

“I need to leave early today, Elizabeth do you want to box a little right now or we could reschedule.” Adam whispered. He then turned
showing he was annoyed with the loud music and turned it down.

“We can reschedule and thanks for turning the music down a little.” Elizabeth replied as she turned around she noticed a familiar figure staring at her by the door. Jason then realized that she had seen him and he shifted his weight from one foot to the other. Relief flooded him when she smiled at him and held up one finger and mouthed “one minute” then she turned around and continued her conversation. When she was finished Jason watched the guy walk away as Elizabeth turned and started walking towards him.

“Hey, what are you doing here?” Elizabeth said smiling still breathing heavy from her workout. Jason watched a drop of sweat roll down her neck and disappear between her breasts. He never before wanted to be a drop of sweat before but he willed it now.

“Um…I was at Sonny’s when you called…I just wanted to make sure you were okay.” Jason said stumbling over his words.

“Oh, I thought I heard your voice when I called…Ric said the voice was coming his tv.” Elizabeth said shaking her head. “So, Ric was at Sonny’s when I called?” she asked.

[JRK Archiver]

Chapter 16


The guy’s name made Jason’s stomach clench.
“Yeah, he was…so I wanted to make sure you were okay, are you?” Jason asked with sincere concern.

“I’m fine…oh excuse me.” Elizabeth said as she turned around and walked over to her bag. Jason watched her grab a towel and walk back over to him.

“That’s better.” Elizabeth smiled as she wiped her face. “So, you came all the way where to see if I was okay, that’s nice…thanks. So, how did you find out I was here?” Elizabeth said as she started stretching in front of Jason.

“Um….(watching her stretch)….I…um..from Zander I went by your gallery…it’s really nice.” Jason studdered.

“Oh yeah…I love that space I’m lucky that someone told Ric about it. Then he mentioned it to me.” Elizabeth said smiling from ear to ear. “I can’t wait to be able to display the art of the local artist of Port Charles..” She said.

Jason’s stomach clenched. Ric found the place not HIM but Ric helped her. “You do plan on showing your own art too aren’t you?” Jason asked knowing Elizabeth was too hard on herself when it came to her art.

“Yeah, some pieces…I suppose…I just need to figure out which ones. So, how have you been?” Elizabeth asked with sincerity.

“Okay…I’m finally free from Brenda…I got an annulment.” Jason said as he searched for any type of anger in her eyes. But he saw none.

“Yeah, I heard…is Brenda now marrying Jax?” Elizabeth said as she continued to stretch.

“Um, yes today is the wedding.” Jason said.

“Did you go already?” Elizabeth asked.

“No, I didn’t attend the wedding I just went by to give Jax my condolences.” Jason said slightly laughing

Elizabeth laughed. And Jason almost melted from the warmth of her smile and the closeness of her body to his.

“Man, could I go for some coffee right now.” Elizabeth said.

“You drink coffee…you never liked it before…um do you still drink hot chocolate?” Jason said in shock.

“Yeah, sometimes….but things change…can’t always stay the same. Oh excuse me, hey Joe!” Elizabeth yelled.

Jason watched one of the guys look up and over at Elizabeth. “I forgot my watch, what time do you have!?” she yelled.

“It’s 5:30pm!” Joe yelled back then when back to his workout.

“Thanks!” Elizabeth yelled.

“Well, I better go and shower and get out of here, it was nice seeing you again Jason.” Elizabeth said as she started to walk off. But Jason stopped her.

“You wanna ride home?” Jason asked hoping she would accept so he could spend more time with her.

“Oh, no thanks….(Jason’s face dropped)…I have a ride.” Elizabeth replied.

“Oh, Ric is picking you up?” Jason said between clenched teeth.

“No, I have my own ride.” Elizabeth said

“You brought a car?” Jason asked with shock all over his face.

“No way!” Elizabeth said laughing. “I got a bike.” she replied simply.

“A bike….a…a motorcycle?” Jason asked in shock.

“Yeah, a Harley….it’s really clean.” Elizabeth said smiling

“You…you brought a motorcycle? Jason said trying to make sure that is what he heard Elizabeth say.


Chapter 17


“Well, I didn’t actually buy it….a guy I know had two one for him and the other for his girl.” “Well, he and the girl broke up and I am the lucky one he gave it to, that’s it.” Elizabeth said simply.

“So, he just gave you a bike for nothing?” Jason asked with suspicion.

“Yeah, he did.” Elizabeth said.

“Did you have a mechanic check it…make sure you didn’t get a lemon.” Jason asked with concern.

“I didn’t have to….Johnny and Francis and even Max checked it and gave me the okay.” “I love those guys they are so sweet.” Elizabeth said smiling. “Speaking of those guys I have to get going.” She said.

“But Elizabeth those guys are great with bikes but they aren’t that familiar with them like say ME…remember I used to own a bike shop, I would be happy to check the bike out for you….to make sure everything is okay.” Jason asked hoping she would say yes.

“Oh ok…that would be okay, when do you want to check it out and where? Elizabeth asked.

“How about tomorrow around 3pm in the garage of the PH…that is where I keep all my tools.” Jason said.

“Yeah, I remember….okay I’ll be there at 3pm.” “Well, I better get going now.” Elizabeth said as was about to walk away. But Jason stopped her again.

“Um…hey why don’t we ride back together cause I need to stop by the warehouse and your studio is on the way there.” Jason said smiling.

“Well, if you don’t mind waiting I have to shower and get dressed.” Elizabeth said.

“I don’t mind at all…I’ll be down stairs by the front door.” Jason said smiling from ear to ear.

“Okay” Elizabeth said as she walked back to grab her things and walked out the door with Jason following close behind her.

20minutes later

“Hey” Elizabeth said smiling. Jason looked up and his breath caught Elizabeth’s hair was wet from her shower and she looked absolutely gorgeous. She was wearing a pair of low riding jeans and showed off her stomach and a small tee shirt with a picture of a motorcycle on it and black leather boots and the leather jacket he gave her two years ago.


Chapter 18


“Hey” is all Jason managed to say.

“Where are you parked… cause I’m parked around the corner.” Elizabeth said walking through the front door of the center.

“I parked around the corner also…right next to another bike…which is probably yours.” Jason replied smiling.

Elizabeth smiled but didn’t respond. They walked around the corner and Jason was right he had parked right besides Elizabeth’s bike. As Jason pulled out his black leather gloves he watched Elizabeth do the same. He watched her straddle her bike and slip on her helmet. “Ready?” Elizabeth said smiling. “As I’ll ever be” he replied as they both started their bikes and drove off.

Elizabeth’s studio

As Elizabeth and Jason drove up to her studio Elizabeth parked her bike. And took off her helmet. Jason watched as she slipped her helmet off and she shook her head and her hair blew with the wind. Jason swallowed hard and rubbed his eyes.

“Well, it was nice driving with you….maybe we can do it again.” Elizabeth said smiling as she got off the bike.

“That would be great…maybe tomorrow?” Jason said smiling from ear to ear hoping to god she would agreed with riding with him.

“Well…it depends on the time…I’m really busy tomorrow.” Elizabeth said.

“Oh” Jason replied. (Jason’s face fell)

“How about after you check my bike tomorrow…my afternoon isn’t busy like my morning.” Elizabeth said as she slipped her helmet to her left side.

“That would be great….after I check your bike…my afternoon is free.” Jason said smiling.

“Ok..I’ll see you then.” Elizabeth turned and started walking away. Jason watched then prepared himself to go.

“Jason” Elizabeth said turning around and walking back.

“Yeah?” Jason said smiling. And watched as Elizabeth put her helmet down on her bike and walk over to him.
She lifted her hands and cupped his face and gave him the most mind blowing kiss on his lips. Jason was quick to response to the kiss and then Elizabeth pulled away still cupping his face.

“I miss the way your mouth tastes….see ya” Elizabeth said smiling she then turned and picked up her helmet and walked away.

Jason was in shock. “She kissed me, Elizabeth kissed me…. she misses the way my mouth tastes.” A smile spread across Jason’s face. “Oh god Elizabeth I miss the way your mouth tastes also,….. she still cares.” Jason said smiling as he started his bike. “I will prove myself to you, Elizabeth.” he said smiling as he pulled away.

Kelly’s

Jason stopped by the warehouse and made sure everything was okay. He checked some paperwork but he realized his heart wasn’t in it. He couldn’t stop thinking about Elizabeth and their kiss. “God, her lips are so soft.” Jason thought as he sat back in his chair in his office and closed his eyes seeing Elizabeth’s beautiful face. Then Jason’s face fell as his mind drifted to Sonny’s sister. He shook his head and rubbed his eyes. Jason reached for the phone. He called Kelly’s first.

“Hello, thanks for calling Kelly’s” Sonny sister answered. Jason made a face after hearing her answer the phone like that. He shook his head.


Chapter 19


“It’s Jason” he said quickly pulling the phone away from his ear as she screamed his name in joy in his ear.

“Jason, I miss you!” she screamed.

Jason ignored her comment. “We need to talk.” He said into the phone.

“It’s Valentine day, are you coming home to the loft….I want to give you an note.” She giggled into the phone.

A chill went up Jason’s spine and he frowned. “I’m coming back the loft but not for what you think…we NEED to talk…do you understand me?” Jason asked.

“But today is Valentine…it’s our day…I am going to make brownies for you…I know you like brownies.” She replied grinning like a donkey.

Jason let out a breath and rubbed his face. “Oh, man…you just don’t listen…just meet me at the loft at 7:30pm, okay.” He said.

“Ok…I’ll close Kelly’s early.” She replied giggling.

“What do you mean close it…you can’t close it early unless Bobbie says so.” Jason replied not believing his ears.

“She won’t mine…besides I love you and you want to see me at 7:30pm so I’ll be there.” She giggled.

“Oh my god….what time would you arrive to the loft after you close the correct time tonight?” Jason asked rolling his eyes.

“10pm why” she replied with confusion.

“Meet me at the loft at 10pm okay?” Jason stated simply.

“I can’t wait….I love you!” she said giggling.

“At 10pm” Jason replied as he hung up. He let out a breath. Jason realized that he needed to go by and pick up some things he had there and he decided to do it now. Getting up from his desk he walked out of the warehouse and out into dark and walked over to his bike. He would pick up his things then go back to his PH and wait until 10pm.

Port Charles Cinema

“Oh my god….Leonardo is such a hottie.” Elizabeth said smiling and fanning her face.

“Jesus, Elizabeth….you think that guy is hottie?” Max asked.

“Hell yeah!” Elizabeth yelled.

“I have to admit…that guy could scam your fuckin’ drawers off your ass.” Johnny said.

“Tell me about it…flying United Airlines and making up those fake checks, he was good.” Max said.

“Well…at least it wasn’t a chick flick.” Francis said. Elizabeth poked Francis “Ugh. chick flick..even though I don’t see those.” Elizabeth said laughing.

“Oh, you don’t…huh..what was the movie we saw last week?” Johnny asked.


Chapter 20


“That movie with Sandra Bullock and that guy that got sucked off by that hooker….what’s his name…oh yeah Hugh Grant.” Max replied.

“When did he get sucked off?” Elizabeth asked.

“About 7 years ago, I think….she blew him in a car in Hollywood…” Max replied and was nudged by Johnny.

“Geez, Max….you have no fuckin’ class…watch you @#%$ mouth around Elizabeth…she a lady…. she’s not Sonny’s sister!” Johnny said laughing.

The group burst out laughing as they walked back to the car. “No one can call that whore a lady” Francis said also laughing.

“If it walks like a whore and talks like a whore….it’s a whore!” Elizabeth added laughing. “Hey, are you guys hungry?”

“You know what….I’m so hungry…I could shoot someone.” Johnny said

“You mean you are that damn hungry…you could put a cap in somebody’s ass?” Elizabeth asked laughing.

“Elizabeth!….see what I told you fuckin’ idiots you talk like you don’t have any damn class and she starts picking it up.” Francis said.

“Awww, @#%$ you” Johnny said and they all started laughing again.

“So where is Ric tonight…..I thought he was coming with us…since it is Valentine day.” Max asked.

“He had work to do…besides this is my night with my favorite guys.” Elizabeth said smiling wrapping her arms around her favorite guards. “So, where are we going to eat?” she asked as her stomach started growling.

“How about the No Name” Francis asked. “That works” the group yelled. “The No Name it is!” Francis said as he started the car.


No Name restaurant

“Four for dinner, Joe” Francis said as they stepped inside the restaurant.

“No problem, Mr. Soprane…I have a table in the back will that do?” Joe asked smiling.

“That’s fine” Francis replied as they started to follow Joe to the table.

“Here are your menus and I will send a waiter over.” Joe said smiling as he waved over a waiter.

“Good Evening, I’m your waiter Kyle…would you like to start off with..” Max interrupted.

“Hey, Kyle…I just want to order…how about you guys?” Max said looking around the table. They all shook their heads yes.

“Ok…no problem, what would you like?” Kyle said smiling looking at Elizabeth. Francis looked over and stared at Kyle. Elizabeth looked up and saw the waiter staring at her and she smiled. “Are you waiting for me, Kyle?” Elizabeth asked.

“If you would like to start.” Kyle said smiling.

“Ok…I’ll have the double bacon cheeseburger with fries and a side of cheesy breads with sour cream. Elizabeth said.

“Holy @#%$…were does all that food go?” Max asked laughing.

“I burn it, I suppose” Elizabeth replied laughing at Max’s comment. Elizabeth sat back an listened as her friends ordered their meals. When the drinks arrived Elizabeth toasted her friends “Happy V day…guys.” She said as she slipped her beer.

“Happy V day to you to Elizabeth” the guys replied.

[JRK Archiver]

Chapter 21


10pm loft

When Jason arrived there were candles everywhere and soft music playing. Jason rolled his eyes and shook his head. “Jesus” he muttered. She appeared at the doorway by the kitchen wearing a red see thru nightgown Jason turned his head knowing he was about to throw up.

“Jason” she said seductively.

“Can you put something on.” Jason said as he looked the other way.

“I just brought this…don’t you like it?” she said as she twirled around then cupped her fake breasts and giggled. The blond stopped and ran over to the table and picked up a note. Giggling she walked over to Jason and handed it to him.

“Oh god…not the note crap” Jason thought.

“Can you put something on….if you don’t I will leave.” Jason said coldly.

“No…don’t leave…I’ll put on my robe…okay…don’t leave.” Jason could hear her HEAVY footsteps running towards the bathroom to get hopefully her robe.

“Jason…I wrote you a note” she said grinning like a donkey.

“Yeah…we need to talk” Jason said turning his head and was thankfully she finally covered herself up.

“Ok…what do you want to talk about….oh my god…are you taking me to Europe…that’s it huh? She screamed.

“No!” “I’m not taking you anywhere, I realized that I made a huge mistake…we can’t see each other anymore.” Jason said.

Confusion crossed her face. “What do you mean…you tried to break up with me before and your love for me brought you back.” She smiled before reaching around and putting her panties out the crack of her FAT ASS. Then she smelled her finger. “You love me.”

AH GROSS! “No, I don’t….I never did. I was confused…this isn’t the real world for me….I like my life and this in this loft is not real…you said it yourself…”private universe” there is no such thing.” “Especially for me.” Jason said as he tried to explain.

“No, you love me you said it!” She screamed.

“I know I said it…I was injured and I don’t know…I wasn’t thinking correctly…I shouldn’t have said it because it’s not true….I don’t love you…and I never will.” Jason said rubbing his face in frustration.

“How can you lie to me…this is not FAIR!…Sonny put you up to this…didn’t he?” She screamed louder.

“Sonny was right and I was wrong…this is not the life I want…this is not the life I deserve!” Jason said quickly feeling his anger coming to the surface. “You don’t know me…and I don’t know you…I know you can’t handle my life…I’ve seen it.” Jason said coldly.


“Oh…this is about Elizabeth…that bitch…she” she said but Jason stopped her.

“Don’t you dare call Elizabeth any names…you hear me?” Jason said as his eyes turned cold. “Elizabeth was always able to handle my life…more than I gave her credit for.” Jason shook his head “Why am I telling you anything about Elizabeth…she is my personal concern…not yours.” Jason went to get up and she grabbed him.

“Don’t go…Elizabeth will hurt you again…I know she will!” She screamed.

“Get off!” Jason pulled his arm from her manly grip. “It’s over.” Jason said as he walked to the door and opened it and closed it behind him without looking back. He shook his head as she screamed cursing behind him as he walked down the stairs and to his freedom. Jason smiled.

“I’m free Elizabeth…and you will be mine, because I love you.” He said still smiling as he started his bike and drove off.


Chapter 22


Day after Valentine day
Morning

Elizabeth rolls over in her bed and opens one eye and sees the sun flooding her studio. She groans and turns back over burying her head under her pillow.

The phone starts ringing and she growls at the sound piercing her ears. She sits up and throws her pillow and stares at the phone. “Damn” she mutters before picking up phone.

“Hello?” she growls in the phone.

“Whoa…did I wake you?” Ric replied kind of taken back by her tone.

“No, I was awake for a minute then the phone rang.” Elizabeth said still growling.

“You didn’t lie when you said you weren’t a morning person, huh? Ric said laughing.

“No…I’m not, okay?” Elizabeth replied rubbing her eyes.

“Okay…I just called to find out if you wanted to have breakfast at Kelly’s this morning?” Ric asked carefully.

“What time?” Elizabeth asked.

“How’s 9am….by the way are you working there today?” Ric asked.

“No, Peggy wanted some extra money so I gave my shift to her.” Elizabeth replied as she got up to start some coffee for herself.

“Great…then we can take our time with
breakfast.” Ric replied smiling.

“Not really, I need to be at the gallery by 10am…the new plumber is coming to fix the pipes.” Elizabeth replied.

“Can’t Zander take care of that…besides you’re the owner…that’s why you hired him.” Ric replied grinning.

“Zander is my friend and I will not tell him to do something just because someone tells me too….oh and by the way…why did you tell me that voice I heard yesterday when I was talking to you was coming from tv? It was Jason, why did you say it was the tv?” Elizabeth asked as she poured her coffee.

“Oh, Jason told you, huh? Ric said trying to think quickly of a lie.

“You were at Sonny’s when I called….what’s the deal?” Elizabeth asked as she slipped from her mug.

“I thought it would be easier for you…to hear that it was the tv instead of me mentioning Jason’s name to you.” Ric said quickly.

“You know that I worked hard on my problem with Jason and I’m over it…Ric listen…I want to be honest with you, you know I have problem with liars….don’t lie to me again, or it’s over.” Elizabeth said coldly.

“I won’t lie to you again, Elizabeth….I swear…from now on you will get only honesty from me.” Ric replied.

“Okay, well if I’m meeting you for breakfast I better get in the shower…I see you later at Kelly’s.” Elizabeth replied stretching.

“Okay..see you then” Ric said as he hung up the phone. He needed to be careful he didn’t want Elizabeth to catch on to what he was doing. He did actually like her and working closer with Sonny and pushing Jason out was just the beginning of his plan and more important than Elizabeth.


Kelly’s

Elizabeth arrived on her bike at 8:45am. Ric was already waiting inside when she entered the diner. And when Elizabeth entered she didn’t see Jason sitting in the far corner staring intensely at her. Elizabeth took off her leather jacket and hung it on the coat rack then went to remove her helmet and shook out her hair. All the men in the diner that morning watched as she shook out her hair. It was a beautiful sight.

They all watched as she walked slowly up the counter and leaned across and said something private to Penny. Whatever she said made Peggy laugh out loud and so did Elizabeth. Her laughter was music to Jason’s ears and he smiled as he watched her. “God, she’s beautiful” he thought to himself.

He scanned her body and looked at what she was wearing. She had on black low riders that showed off her dove tattoo on the lower part of her back and her black jeans were dyed almost white in a line in the front of her jeans and the back of her legs including her butt. She was also wearing a fitted black tee shirt that helped show her curves and high heeled black boots. Jason let out a breath and pinched the bridge of his nose and tried to make the growing heat in between his legs cool off.

He watched as Peggy handed Elizabeth a cup of coffee and immediately she started slipping it. He watched as she leaned across once again. That's when Jason heard one of the men sitting in front of him say to his breakfast companion.

“Damn, look at that hottie in the black…I would love a go at her.” The guy’s companion laughed. Jason got up and walked over to the guy.

“What did you just say?” Jason asked coldly as stared down at the guy.

“What is it of your…(looking down at his food, then looking up) Mr. Morgan…I didn’t realize it was you.” The guy replied scared as hell.

Jason recognized the man from the warehouse.
“Don’t ever talk about HER like that again, you understand?” Jason said clenching his fist.


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“I’m sorry Mr. Morgan…I didn’t mean any disrespect…I’m sorry…really.” The guy hit his friend. “Is it okay if we leave…Mr. Morgan…I don’t wanna be late for work.” The guy said as he quickly grabbed his coat. Jason just stared at him and watched the employee and his friend ran out the diner. Then Jason took his seat again and turned his attention back to Elizabeth. She had just finished her conversation and turned. Her sapphire eyes noticed Jason. She smiled at him and walked over waving off Ric as he sat there waiting for her. Jason noticed the wave and wondered if Ric was waiting for Elizabeth to arrive.

“Hey” Elizabeth said smiling as she approached Jason

“Hey” Jason replied as he smiled.

“How are you this morning?” She asked as she stood before him.

“I’m okay….and you” Jason replied hoping she would sit down and join him.

“I’m good…well…I’m better now…this is my third cup of coffee this morning.” Elizabeth said laughing as she pointed to her cup in her hands.

“Wow…no hot chocolate…anymore..huh?” Jason replied laughing.

“Well,..I wouldn’t go that far…I still need the cocoa.” Elizabeth replied laughing. Just then Ric walked over and slipped his hands around her waist as he kissed her neck. Jason’s eyes darken and he clenched his fist.

“Hey , baby…we need to eat…remember? Oh, hey there Jason…I see your keeping MY lady busy?” Ric said as he glared at Jason and nudged Elizabeth’s neck with his nose.

Jason didn’t replied and tried his best to control his temper. He didn’t want to upset Elizabeth by shoving Ric’s head through the glass doors of Kelly’s.

“Besides, sweetheart…I’m sure you wouldn’t want to hold up Jason from business or a meeting or something.” Ric said pulling on Elizabeth’s waist.

“Oh, I’m sorry…Jason I didn’t mean to stop you from business, keep doing what you were doing…sorry.” Elizabeth said looking down at the papers in front of Jason.

“No…this is nothing…Elizabeth you didn’t interrupt me.” Jason said slightly smiling at her.

“Well, that’s good…well I better go have breakfast …before Ric pulls off my arm, talk to you later.” Elizabeth said laughing as Ric pulled her away. Jason nodded and smiled then stared at Ric for pulling on Elizabeth like that. He could have hurt her doing that crap. I need to get Ric alone, and have a talk with that son of a bitch. Jason glared at the back of Ric’s head.

Ric felt Jason staring at him and he used ever thing he had to get under the enforcer’s skin. He told Elizabeth jokes so she would laugh out loud and he would reach over and smooth her one unruly lock of hair in his hands and put it gently behind her ear. Then brush her cheek with his knuckles. He heard Jason let out a breath each time he touched Elizabeth.

“Well, it’s been great…but I have to go…I have to meet the plumber in about 20 minutes.” Elizabeth said as she started to stand up.

“Leaving so soon? But we haven't eaten yet.” Ric said sweetly.

"I'm not really hungry, anyway I gotta go."

“Okay then, well, call me and tell me what he said.” Ric said smiling.

“Okay” Elizabeth was about to leave but Ric pulled her back.

“Wait, don’t I get a kiss?” Ric said sweetly.

Elizabeth looked around. She wasn’t into public displays really…well except with Jason…she would kiss Jason in front of anyone. She pushed the thought out of her mind, Jason is with that whore, not ME. She smiled and leaned down and kissed Ric on his cheek.

“I’ll see you, later” She said as she walked over to the rack and grabbed her jacket. She turned and smiled to Jason who was watching her and he smiled back. She grabbed her helmet and opened the door and left before yelling to Penny “Later, P.”

“Later, E” Penny yelled back. As Elizabeth walked out the door Jason quickly dropped a twenty down on the table and grabbed his leather jacket and ran out the door behind her. Jason looked around for her then walked quickly around the corner of Kelly’s. Elizabeth was approaching her bike as she slipped on her helmet and heard Jason yell her name.

“Elizabeth!” Jason yelled hoping to talk to her about the kiss they shared on Valentine’s day. He watched as she turned around and slipped off her helmet and shook out her hair again. “Jesus” Jason muttered as he stared.

“Jason, is something wrong?” Elizabeth asked with furrowed brows.

“Um…no…I just wanted to talk to you some more.” Jason said stuttering.

Just then Elizabeth’s cell phone rang. “Oh, excuse me Jason.” she said. Jason watched as she reached in side her jacket and pulled out her phone and step away slightly.

I didn’t know Elizabeth had a cell. He listened as she answered.


Chapter 24


“Elizabeth” she said plainly into her phone. And Jason smiled thinking she answered her phone the way he answered his. He just answered with his last name and she used her first.

“Zander, calm down…just tell me what happened?” Elizabeth said calmly into the phone. Jason furrowed his brows and wondered what was wrong.

“Zander….Zander…okay…just….(Elizabeth let out a frustrated breath) Zander…I need you to listen to me, okay…first calm down…okay…so two other pipes blew…okay…all right that sounds bad….okay did you call Vinnie?” Elizabeth asked calmly.

“You did…(Elizabeth looks at her watch)…he's probably on his way there now…don’t worry Zander I’ll just paint again…it doesn’t matter….I’m coming now, okay.” Elizabeth said as she hung up.

“I’m sorry, Jason I’ve got to go…its business.” Elizabeth said as she slipped her helmet back on her head.

“Elizabeth, what is wrong….can I help?” Jason asked with concern.

“No….I just need to get to my gallery, I’ll talk to you later.” She said as she straddled her bike and started the engine.

“Wait…I’m coming with you.” Jason yelled running to his bike across the street.

“Jason, it’s not necessary…I can handle this.” Elizabeth yelled.

“I want to help…and I won’t take no for an answer.” Jason yelled as he started his bike.

“Okay fine” Elizabeth replied shaking her head as she drove off with Jason behind her.


Elizabeth’s gallery

Elizabeth and Jason walked into the gallery. And Elizabeth immediately walked to the door that led to the basement. When she and Jason approached she heard people arguing and cursing.

“Wait…stay here” Jason said gently pulling Elizabeth in back of him. And Jason smiled when she didn’t and she followed directly behind him. When they reached the basement water was already covering the first step.

“@#%$!” Elizabeth yelled. Jason turned around in surprise and smiled, he had never heard Elizabeth curse before. The voices became louder the further they walked in the water towards the back of the basement.

“What the hell did you do that for? You said you used to be a plumber’s helper you fuckin’ retard.” Francis yelled at Max.

“Could you guys just stop the damn water..geez!"
Zander yelled.

“What do you think we are trying to do stick our fingers up our asses?” Max yelled back.

“If it wasn’t for you two trying to HELP this wouldn’t have happened!” Zander yelled back with a frown on his face.

“Hey, Elizabeth is our friend and I’ll be damn if any fuckin’ plumber is going to rip my girl off!” Max yelled.

“Your girl….your girl…when the hell did Elizabeth turn out to be your girl?” Francis yelled back.

“Shut the @#%$ up Francis and help me and besides I never said that I was a plumber’s helper I just used to hang out with my uncle who was a plumber…@#%$!” Max yelled.


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“What the hell is going on here!” Elizabeth yelled. Next to her Jason glared at the three men.

“Elizabeth….these guys are idiots!” Zander yelled over the gushing sound of water.

“Hey, jackass we were trying to help…that’s all!” Francis yelled back.

“Enough!….someone needs to turn the water off…where is the main valve?!” Jason yelled.

“We couldn’t find it!” Zander yelled to Jason as the water continued to pour out loudly.

“It’s further in the back!” Elizabeth yelled as she walked towards the back of the basement. Jason followed.

“Here it is!” As she tried turning it but the valve wouldn’t budge.

“Let me try!” Jason yelled as Elizabeth stepped aside and Jason grabbed the valve with both hands and tried turning it but it still wouldn’t move. Elizabeth watched as Jason slipped his leather gloves back on and grabbed the valve again and after about 20 seconds it started moving and he was able to turn the water off.

“There you go.” Jason said as he slipped his gloves back into his pockets.

“Thank you Jason.” Elizabeth said smiling.

“Your welcome.” Jason smiled back. Jason and Elizabeth were both brought back to earth when Francis, Max and Zander interrupted their thoughts of each other.

“So, Zander you couldn’t find the valve but Elizabeth knew exactly where it was….do you even fuckin’ work here with her?” Max yelled.

“Hey, I never said I was a plumber unlike you buddy!” Zander yelled back.

“Enough!” Elizabeth yelled at all three men. And they all were immediately quiet. Jason watched as Elizabeth took control of the three men and tried his best to hide his smile. This woman could control an army of men.

“Is anyone going to tell me what the hell happened here and why my basement is flooded?” Elizabeth glared at her three friends in front of her. Zander spoke first.

“Elizabeth…Vinnie called and said he was running late from his first job this morning and said he would be here in a half an hour. That is went THEY came!” Zander said pointing his finger towards Francis and Max.

“That is when THEY came!” Max mocked Zander’s voice. “You are such a fuckin’ baby!” Max yelled.

“Enough! Watch your language around Elizabeth!” Jason said angrily. Max and Francis both glared back at Jason. Then Francis spoke up.

“Elizabeth, sweetheart…we came by today to see if you were okay and if you needed any help since today is our day off. We heard Zander on the phone with a plumber and Max here said that he used to be a plumber’s helper and that we could probably save you some money if we fixed the problem ourselves.” Francis replied smiling.

Jason flinched and clenched his fist when Francis used the term “sweetheart” for Elizabeth. He wanted to grab the man and drown him in the water. Jason glared hard at Francis but Francis ignored the enforcer's glare. Then Jason looked over at Max. That fat bastard called Elizabeth “his girl…his girl!” What the hell was going on between Elizabeth and these guys? Jason wanted to rip Max’s lips off.

“I didn’t say I was a plumber’s helper….I said my uncle was a plumber back in Brooklyn and I used to hang with him….that’s it.” Max replied.

“So, you wanted to help me save money?” Elizabeth asked as she rubbed her face.

“Yeah” Francis and Max both replied. “We are so sorry Elizabeth…we will pay for the damages.” Francis said.

“It’s okay….you two didn’t do it on purpose.” Elizabeth said looking around.

“No, we will pay for the damage…let us do that for you, okay?” Max asked with a sad look on his face.

“Max….stop it with the puppy dog eyes…you know I can’t say no when you do that!” Elizabeth said smiling.

“Then don’t.” Max said with huge eyes.

“Ok…I’ll let you pay for the damage done today but the rest of the bill is mine….deal?” Elizabeth said walking over to her two friends.

“Deal” Francis and Max replied smiling as they both grabbed Elizabeth into a hug. Jason felt his jaw tick and he narrowed his eyes staring death darts at the two men.

[JRK Archiver]

Chapter 25

“Ms. Webber…….Zander?” Vinnie yelled from upstairs.

“Vinnie, we’re down here!” Elizabeth yelled as she turned a walked towards the stairs.

“Hey, Ms. Webber…I just….oh my god…what happened here?” Vinnie asked as he looked around at all the water.

“My friends were trying to help…that’s all…there are two broken pipes and thanks to Jason he was able to turn off the main valve.” Elizabeth said looking back at Jason and smiling. Jason returned the smile then turned to glare at the guards.

“Well, it’s a good thing I brought my dry/wet vacuum with me…I’ll vacuum up the water first then fix the pipes.” Vinnie replied as he started back up the stairs.

“Thanks Vinnie…well I think we all should get out of this water before we all get sick.” Elizabeth said looking around at her friends.

“I second that” Max replied smiling. Jason looked over at Max and shot him a look but Max ignored it and walked up the stairs behind Francis and Elizabeth followed by Zander then Jason.

“Do you need to change…the bottom of your jeans are wet and I don’t want you getting sick, Elizabeth.” Jason said with concern. “I can drive you to your studio if you want.”

“I’m fine Jason…thanks anyway.” Elizabeth said smiling. “Excuse me, Vinnie!” Elizabeth yelled as she ran outside to the plumber. Jason watched as she ran out the door and let out a sigh.

“What the hell are you doing with Elizabeth, Jason?” Francis asked as he glared at Sonny’s enforcer.

“Yeah, why are you here?” Max piped in.

“What?…I could ask you TWO the same thing.” Jason said glaring at the two guards.

“Elizabeth is our friend if it’s any of your business besides I told you to not go anywhere near Elizabeth until you drop that whore….and we turn around and here you are.” Francis said with anger in his voice.

“I’m not with her any more…I broke up with Sonny’s sister last night and I’m not going back.” Jason replied.

“You better not….because if you hurt Elizabeth…you will know the true meaning of pain…and that Jason is a promise from me, Max, Johnny and Marco…you got that?” Francis said coldly.


Chapter 26


“Got it…I’m not going to hurt Elizabeth….I plan to do anything I can to get her back.” Jason replied.

“Fine.” Francis replied as he watched Elizabeth walk back in with the plumber at her side.

“Elizabeth before you got here, Ric called looking for you…he said he only got your voicemail earlier.” Zander said cutting his eye at Jason. Jason frowned and clenched his fist.

“Ok..thanks Zander I’ll call him now before he comes here wondering why I didn’t call sooner.” Elizabeth replied grabbing her cell from her jacket pocket.

“Does Ric usually keep tabs on Elizabeth like that?” Jason said trying his best to hide his anger as he clenched and unclenched his fist.

“He’s just concern…he cares about Elizabeth…he is her boyfriend.” Zander said plainly.

Jason’s eyes narrowed. “That is not what I asked…does he keep tabs on her like that a lot?” Jason said coldly.

“Yeah…we don’t like it either…Elizabeth can’t even breath for five minutes before Ric calls her and wants to know what she is doing…it pisses me the @#%$ off.” Francis replied.

Jason turned and watched Elizabeth on the phone talking to Ric. His jaw ticked. All he wanted to do was grab Elizabeth’s cell and yell at Ric to never bother Elizabeth again. But he knew that wouldn’t help him get Elizabeth back so he tried to block Ric from his mind for now.

“So, are you joining us for poker tonight?” Elizabeth asked Ric.

“No, honey…I’m really busy with helping Sonny so not tonight. Why don’t you drop the poker with those guys….Elizabeth they are guards for Sonny they are not your friends.” Ric replied.

“Excuse me…Ric…they are my friends and have been a couple of years and I don’t care what they do…they are my close friends and I will not justify them to you….you understand me?” Elizabeth replied coldly.

“I was just…” Ric said but Elizabeth interrupted him.

“Just nothing…they are my friends and I will not give them up for anyone…this conversation is over…I’ll talk to you later.” Elizabeth said hanging up before Ric could reply.

“So, are you guys hungry…cause I’m sure the hell am!” Elizabeth said smiling.

“Sure…I’m hungry!” Max replied first.

“Where do you want to go?” Francis asked. “Not Kelly’s ?”

“Oh, hell no…how about the No Name the food was great there last night.” Elizabeth said smiling.

“You’ve gone to dinner with these guys to the No Name?” Jason asked in shock.

“All the time…right guys?” Elizabeth said slapping Francis on the arm playfully. “What’s wrong… you don’t like the No Name, Jason?”

“No..I like it….I just didn’t know that these guys had taken you there…that’s all.” Jason replied.

“Hey, it’s a restaurant…a supposedly mob hang out (Elizabeth winked one eye at Jason and he blushed slightly) but a great place…I just love Ernie.” Elizabeth said as she dialed her phone.


Chapter 27


“You know Ernie?” Jason replied still in shock.

“Of course, who doesn’t….hey Ernie it’s Elizabeth…yeah…are you still coming to my gallery opening?…okay I’ll let you know when….I called to set up reservations for lunch I would like…(Elizabeth looks around) who’s coming with me?”

“I am” Max said quickly. “Me too” Francis piped in. “Zander, are you hungry…you are welcome to join us and what about you Jason?” Elizabeth asked.

“I’ll pass I’m not that hungry…but thanks anyway.” Zander grinned.

“I’ll come.” Jason said looking at Elizabeth.

“Ok…so Ernie that will be four for lunch.” Elizabeth said in to her cell smiling. Just then Johnny came walking into the gallery.

“Sorry, I’m late…I had to talk to Marco.” Johnny rolled his eyes.

“Oh, wait Ernie we might have one more….Johnny, I’m making lunch reservations for us at the No Name wanna come?” Elizabeth said covering her phone.

“Sure, why the @#%$ not?” Johnny replied smiling.

Elizabeth laughed. “One more Ernie…thanks we are on our way now...later."

“We can take the town car it’s right outside.” Johnny said. “Who wants to drive?”

“Me!” Elizabeth said grabbing for the keys.

“Hell no…the last time you drove you almost got us killed…stick to the bike woman!” Francis said laughing and smiling.

“Go through three freakin’ stop signs and you’re branded for life!” Elizabeth yelled smiling from ear to ear.

Jason watched Elizabeth and how comfortable she was hanging with the guards and going to places like the No Name. What was he thinking about when he said she couldn’t handle his life. IDIOT. Jason shook his head.

“It’s not the going through the stop signs Elizabeth…it was the driving through them all at 70mph!” Francis yelled.

“You guys scare too easily….you’re just a bunch of girls!” Elizabeth laughed.

“What? …70mph!…Elizabeth you could have been hurt.” Jason said with concern and shock on his face.

“Oh, thanks Jason what about us…do we even matter…geez.” Johnny snorted.

“NO.” Jason growled as he stared at Elizabeth and not giving Johnny a glance.

“Ahhhhhhh…Jason you of all people know I love speed!” Elizabeth said laughing. “First to the car drives!” And the guys stood back amazed as she took off running.”

“Oh hell no!” Johnny yelled running out behind her.


Chapter 28


“There is so much to Elizabeth…. I’ve missed a lot over the months we weren’t together…things she does I know nothing about.” Jason said sadly.

“Well…just don’t @#%$ it up this time and she will accept you back in her life again…just her letting you be around her is a lot…she could be treating you like the dick you were. But the one thing that I learn from the first week I started guarding her…she’s a major bitch when she wants to be and defend a person with everything in her. But she also has a heart of gold and will make brownies and hot chocolate for you and care for you even when you’re sick. That is why we all love her and defend her with our lives.” Francis replied smiling as he and Jason watched Elizabeth trying to grab the keys from Johnny and wished he was in Johnny’s place at that moment making Elizabeth laugh and smile.

“Elizabeth….no….stop it…no..you are not driving!” Johnny yelled.

“God, you are such a girl…you’re afraid! Elizabeth yelled as she grabbed for the keys in Johnny’s hand.

“I am not a girl…so I screamed a little the last time you drove…so what!” Johnny yelled holding the keys from Elizabeth’s reach.

“A little? More like a LOT you screamed like a 5 year old girl!” Elizabeth yelled laughing.

“I did not…you just scared me, okay?” Johnny yelled back.

Just then Elizabeth’s cell phone rang and interrupted her laughing with Johnny.

“Elizabeth” she said as she answered her phone. “I’m fine…yeah….okay…I saw him this morning…um I can’t talk right now…Jason is walking towards me right now….I’m going to lunch with the guys….wait why don’t I meet you at my studio right now and I’ll fill you in…okay see you then.” Elizabeth quickly hung up her phone before Francis, Jason and Max walked up.

“Oh…don’t tell me was that Ric again?” Francis said frowning.

“Yeah, it was…….how did you know?” Elizabeth laughed.

“He just wanted to know if I was okay, that’s all…he’s sweet and he cares about me.”

Jason tensed and clenched and unclenched his fist at hearing the man’s name and Elizabeth saying the Ric cares for her. All he wanted to do was yell that Ric can’t be trusted and she shouldn’t be anywhere around the guy.

“So, are we ready for lunch?” Max asked.

“You know what guys, I need to go see Ric and make sure he’s okay…he sounded a little upset…I’ll meet you at the No Name in about 30 minutes.” Elizabeth said looking down at her watch then shot a quick look at Francis.
Jason tensed again and caught the look between Francis and Elizabeth and wondered what it was about.

“Fine, Elizabeth…check on your boyfriend and we’ll see you at the No Name.” Francis said as he opened the car door.

“Maybe I should go with you…for company and wait until you finish your talk with Ric” Jason said thru clenched teeth.

“Why….it’s just Ric..he’s not dangerous Jason...... thanks for the offer but no…I better get going…oh by the way order my food for me, a double cheeseburger with bacon, lettuce, tomato and wedge fries and a pickle on the side, okay?” Elizabeth yelled as she hopped on her bike and started the engine.

“See you guys later and that includes you Johnny!” Elizabeth yelled laughing as she drove away.

“He just wanted to know if I was okay, that’s all…he’s sweet and he cares about me.” Elizabeth said smiling.

Jason tensed and clenched and unclenched his fist at hearing the man’s name and Elizabeth saying the Ric cares for her. All he wanted to do was yell that Ric can’t be trusted and she shouldn’t be anywhere around the guy.

“So, are we ready for lunch?” Max asked.

“You know what guys, I need to go see Ric and make sure he’s okay…he sounded a little upset…I’ll meet you at the No Name in about 30 minutes.” Elizabeth said looking down at her watch then shot a quick look at Francis.
Jason tensed again and caught the look between Francis and Elizabeth and wondered what it was about.

“Fine, Elizabeth…check on your boyfriend and we’ll see you at the No Name.” Francis said as he opened the car door.

“Maybe I should go with you…for company and wait until you finish your talk with Ric” Jason said thru clenched teeth.

“Why….it’s just Ric..he’s not dangerous Jason….thanks for the offer but no…I better get going…oh by the way order my food for me, a double cheeseburger with bacon, lettuce, tomato and wedge fries and a pickle on the side, okay?” Elizabeth yelled as she hopped on her bike and started the engine. “See you guys later and that includes you Johnny!” Elizabeth yelled laughing as she drove away.

Chapter 26

“I got your girl…Elizabeth!” Johnny yelled laughing behind her as she drove off laughing. “Okay everyone in the car…I’m starving.”

“What the hell just happened here, Ric calls with a problem and she’s off?” Jason said with disgust.

“Well, she is his girlfriend…when Sonny’s whore ass sister called you left remember and that was that long ago that you were with her so if I were you I would shut the @#%$ up until you prove yourself to Elizabeth.” Francis said smirking. Jason didn’t reply and dropped his head. “Besides she cares about the guy and he cares about her from what I have seen…so?” Francis knew he was rubbing in the guilt that Jason felt but he wanted to get his point across.


No Name Restaurant

“Where is she…what is taking so long?” Jason wondered to himself while glancing at his watch.
“Ric is upset…I have to go. Nothing is wrong with that jerk…I bet he telling her crap to try to get her to skip lunch…that fuc…” Jason glanced down at his watch again.

Francis watched Jason looking down at his watch every few minutes and tried his best to hide the smile that kept creeping on his face. “You got it bad my friend, real bad.” Francis thought.

“It’s been 30 minutes already…Elizabeth is 10 minutes late..I should call her cell to make sure she’s okay.” Jason thought then realized he didn’t have Elizabeth’s new cell number. “I wonder if these guys have her number?” Jason thought pouting.

“I’m starving…how much longer are we going to wait for Elizabeth?” Max asked while biting into a bread stick.

“Can’t we just order?” he whined.

“We are waiting for Elizabeth and no we aren’t ordering until she gets here…so shut the @#%$ up will you before I shove that breadstick up your fat ass.” Johnny said. Just as Max was about to response Johnny’s cell rang.

“O’Brien” he answered. “Elizabeth” he said into the phone. Jason’s ears perked up.

“Yeah…..we kinda guess….it’s okay….no we haven’t ordered…we are waiting for you….okay.....
all right then….10 minutes?…..okay….Johnny said as he hung up the phone then picked up a menu.

“Well?”…..what happened….is Elizabeth coming….is she okay? Jason demanded.

“She’s fine…it’s just the usual that’s all and yeah she’s coming.” Johnny replied simply. “What are you guys having for lunch?”

“Usual? What’s the usual…did Ric upset her?” Jason asked with concern his brows knitted together.

“Ric’s an ass…he whines a lot to her…it’s weird…it’s like she is the guy in the relationship and he’s the woman.” Max said simply studying the menu in front of him.

“Elizabeth shouldn’t have to deal with that guy…he can’t be trusted. He is not what she needs in her life…she needs a man that can be there for her and protect her and listen to her…and love her.” Jason said the last words quietly.

“Your right ….if I was lucky enough to get with Elizabeth I would never let her out of my sight I would protect her with everything in me and would never push her away. I would love her and make sure she knew how I felt about her every day and NIGHT.” Max said not thinking who he was saying all of this to. Jason glared at him as Max continued talking. “Ric is one lucky man to have Elizabeth…that woman can handle anything…she’s beautiful, school smart and street wise and don’t forget that body.” Good lord…I would lay down my life for that body of hers…..those little tee shirts she wears make you want to…..” Just then Francis kicked him under the table.


Chapter 27


“Ouch…what the @#%$ did you kick me for…that @#%$ hurt!” Max yelled while rubbing his leg.

Francis nodded his head towards Jason as he glared at Max and just then Max realized WHO was sitting with them and listening to him drool over Elizabeth. Max slowly turned and Jason was red with anger.

“Um…do you want to shoot me with my gun or will you use yours?” Max said swallowing hard.

“First I am going to kick your ass then shoot you with your own gun.” Jason said glaring at Max. “Max…get ready because you are about to kiss the floor.” Jason growled getting up.

“Jealous much?” Johnny muttered.

“Shut up Johnny.” Jason continued glaring hard at Max.

“Jason, you can’t blame the man…Elizabeth is fine…he’s just saying what we all know is true we just have enough class not to say it….unlike him.” Francis said.

“That’s right…….…HEY…what do you mean I don’t have class you dumbass son of a bitch!” Max yelled.

“That personality and body of hers would bring any normal man to his knees.” Johnny added.

“I see I’m going to have to kick ALL of your asses.” Jason said coldly.

“We are just stating the obvious…we all know it but surprisely Elizabeth doesn’t see how gorgeous she really is.” Johnny replied while looking up….”Speak of the devil now.” He grinned.

All of them watched as Elizabeth approached the entrance of the restaurant and remove her helmet. “Jesus” Jason muttered. He watched Elizabeth in what appeared like slow tormenting motion slowly shake out her long curly hair as she removed her helmet. Jason swallowed hard. He watched her talk with Ernie and put her hand on Ernie’s arm as he and Elizabeth laughed. “Oh my god, Ernie is flirting with Elizabeth….that son of a …” Jason thought as he clenched his fist. Ernie helped Elizabeth remove her leather jacket and slip it over his arms. The black tee shirt she was wearing molded to Elizabeth’s very full breasts and her jeans she was wearing were like skin.

“God.” Jason groaned. As Elizabeth started to walk towards the table a song popped into Jason’s head that was playing at the warehouse and it reminded him of her.


There's something about you, tears me inside out whenever you're around
There's something about you, speeding thru my veins until we hit the ground
And there's something about this rush

“Good lord…that woman is beautiful.” Jason thought as he watched Elizabeth walk towards the table.

Take it away, it made me feel so good
I get a feeling, you get a feeling, we got a feeling
like we could die and guess what mother
we just cant get enough, we just cant get enough

Lover
we just gotta get it up, we just gotta get it up
There's something about you, that tears me inside out whenever you're around
And there's something about you

That makes me fly
You're a heart attack, just the kind I like
and there's something about your kiss
haunting and strange that makes me feel so good

“The way that woman walks should be illegal” Jason thought. Then groaned when Elizabeth ran her fingers thru her long curly hair. Jason swallowed hard.


Chapter 28


I get a feeling, you get a feeling we got a feeling…… there's something about you, I just can’t get enough….just can’t get enough…. You’re a heart attack just the kind I like……

“Hey guys….sorry I’m late.” Elizabeth said as the men around her stood up as she sat down next to Jason.
As she sat down she noticed Jason’s face was flushed. “Jason are you okay?” she asked with concern.

“I……I’m fine.” Jason stuttered.

Looking around the table and not seeing food Elizabeth frowned. “Did you guys order yet?”

”Um…no we haven’t ordered yet.” Jason said as he shifted uncomfortably in his seat.

“Johnny…damn it…I told you to go ahead an order.” Elizabeth glared at Johnny.

“That wouldn’t have been right…besides we wanted to wait for you….is crybaby ok?” Johnny said with a smirk.

“If you are referring to Ric…he’s better now…smart ass!” Elizabeth said laughing.

“What was RIC’s problem?” Jason said with his face twisted.

“Oh nothing…I suppose Sonny is over working him that’s all….he’s got too much….poor baby.” Elizabeth said as she picked up her menu.

“He blamed Sonny?….he’s overworked…he’s been running behind Sonny for months trying to get him to trust him and now he’s complaining!” Jason yelled slightly.

Elizabeth said nothing and shot a look at Francis before opening her mouth. “Jason, Ric is a very good lawyer and he IS not complaining about Sonny giving him work…he’s just a little overwhelmed…that’s all…enough end of story.” Elizabeth said in a calm voice.

“Elizabeth you don’t know Ric.” Jason admitted.

“You don’t know the Ric I know…so ENOUGH.” Elizabeth said as she shot another look towards Francis.

Jason was taken back by her tone. “She’s been hanging around the guards too long she sounded just like them.” Jason thought. “I’m sorry…let’s just order.” He said.

“Fine,….Ernie…we are ready to order!” Elizabeth said smiling towards the host.

30 minutes later

“I still want to know where all the food goes Elizabeth you eat so much but are so in shape.” Max said smiling.

Jason glared at Max and rubbed his hands together and showed Max a fist. Max shallowed.


Chapter 29


“I don’t know Max…I just burn it off I guess.” Elizabeth said laughing. “Excuse guys I’ll be right back.” The men stood up as Elizabeth got up from the table and walked off.

Jason watched as Elizabeth walked towards the back of the restaurant then disappeared into the back before turning around to his dinner companions.

“So, let’s order Elizabeth her favorite dessert.” Francis said looking the menu over. The other men just nodded and studied the dessert menu. Jason started frowning and hated to admit he didn’t know Elizabeth’s favorite dessert but these guys did.

Francis looked up and noticed Jason’s face and was about to say something when he saw Elizabeth coming back to the table.

“I’m back.” Elizabeth said smiling before taking her seat. Noticing the dessert menu in her friend’s hands she smiled broadly. “Dessert?” Elizabeth said rubbing her small hands together. “Bring it on! Ernie” Elizabeth sang out. “We would like to order dessert.”

The men and Elizabeth watched as Ernie approached the table. “The usual for you Ms. Webber?”

“Yes Ernie thanks.” Elizabeth smiled. “What are you getting today Francis?” Elizabeth watched her friend look more closely at the menu and scratch his chin but doesn’t reply.

Jason rolled his eyes. “Francis, it’s dessert not brain surgery….geez.” But any annoyance Jason was feeling was gone when he felt Elizabeth’s small hand touch his arm. It was like she had burned him.

“Jason don’t be mean….Francis always does this….you see Jason picking dessert to eat is an art to Francis. He just doesn’t pick up the first thing he sees…he ponders over his choice.” Francis looks up and nods then studies the menu again.

“Oh my god.” Jason suppressed a smile.

“Ernie…I will have the New York cheesecake with FRESH strawberries and a dash of wipe cream on the side topped off with nutmeg and a dash of cinnamon.” Francis said proudly putting down his menu.

“Very good choice Francis.” They all state. And Jason sits there with shock on his face wondering what the hell happened to Sonny’s guards. Oh, I know what happened…Elizabeth happened. Jason smiled.

10 minutes later

As they finish their dessert. Jason watched Elizabeth down two cups of coffee and finish off her vanilla pudding.

“Oh my god, she even eats her pudding in a sexy way.” Jason thought pinching the bridge of his nose. He watched as she lifted her spoon and dipped the tip of her pink tongue into the pudding and then slowly lick it off. Jason swallowed hard and dropped his spoon. The noise broke him out of his stare and he shook his head.

“Oh, you dropped your spoon…let me call Ernie for another.” Elizabeth said turning to call over the host.

“That’s okay…I didn’t need it.” Jason said clearing his throat and shifting uncomfortable in his chair.

“Okay.” she replied smiling.

“So, Elizabeth poker tonight?” Johnny asked as he slipped his coffee. Jason’s head popped up.

“Poker…you play poker?” Jason asked.


Chapter 30


“Yeah. By the way what time Johnny? You still owe me $50.00 bucks from last week.” Elizabeth said laughing.

“I plan on paying you geez…temper temper.” Johnny laughed.

“She wiped up your ass last week.” Max said laughing.

“Me? What about you….you almost lost your fuckin’ drawers to her!” Johnny laughed at Max.

“Shut up…before I kick your ass…besides I only lost $100.00 bucks.” Max replied with a smug look.

“If I remember correctly Maxie…add an extra $100.00 to that you… lying ass.” Francis smirked.

Before Max could reply Elizabeth interrupted.
“Come on guys…we are all friends here don’t beat up on Max he at least gave me my money….unlike one dead beat little girl sitting at this table.” Elizabeth replied laughing.

“I’m not a little girl…your driving just scared me okay?” Johnny said defending himself. Johnny watched as Jason started laughing.

“Wait…what are you laughing at…have you ever been in a car with THAT woman driving?” Johnny asked.

“No…I haven’t had the pleasure yet…but..” Jason replied smiling.

“But nothing. She’s SCARY now…let’s just drop it …okay?” Johnny demanded.

“So, what time is the game tonight?” Elizabeth asked covering her smile with her hand changing the subject.

“It’s 8pm.” Johnny replied while sipping his coffee.

“It my turn to bring the beer.” Elizabeth said simply.

“Elizabeth, no I have beer…just bring yourself.” Johnny said smiling. Jason shifted uncomfortably catching Johnny’s eye and Johnny hid his smile. “Um… Jason you wanna join our game tonight?” Johnny asked trying his best not to bust out laughing at Sonny’s enforcer.

“Yeah, I’ll come.” Jason replied calmly as he turned his head smiling at Elizabeth. Elizabeth returned the smile and was about to say something when her cell phone started ringing. Everyone at the table knew it was Elizabeth’s due to the tune the phone played. “Bittersweet Symphony” from one of Elizabeth’s favorite movies. “Cruel Intentions”

“Excuse me guys.” Elizabeth said pulling out her cell and stepping away from the table.

“Wonder if that is RIC again?” Jason said with annoyance in his voice. Francis looked over and rolled his eyes.

“You better quit it with the Ric stuff….if you piss her off that will be it and you will have to start all over again so shut up.” Francis warned.

“You and I both know that Ric can’t be trusted and he’s going to hurt Elizabeth and I won’t let that happen!” Jason said coldly.

“We won’t let that happen….WE…not just you. Jason you need to understand that you broke Elizabeth’s trust man….you lied to her about Sonny and then when she walked you just let her. She then turns around and finds out you are sleeping with a whore. She doesn’t trust you man….do you get that?” Francis said quietly trying to keep his anger in check. “Are you that fuckin’ stupid?”

[JRK Archiver]

Chapter 31


“I made a mistake…I know that. I know that I need to get Elizabeth to trust me again.” Jason said sadly.

“Well…then take it slow okay…we all are watching Ric. But you can’t push her to just kick Ric to the curb and take you back….it doesn’t work that way." Johnny said.

“Follow her lead then….” Max added. Then looked up and smiled when Elizabeth walked back over to the table.

“Problem?” he asked with concern on his face.

“No…that was Zander. Vince finished the work with the pipes and Zander just called to say everything was okay.” Elizabeth finished off her coffee.

“That’s great….we are really sorry about the pipes sweetheart.” Francis said smiling while ignoring Jason’s clenched jaw.

“It’s okay really…the work is done now….next part is the painting of the gallery which I plan to do myself.

“I would like to help.” Jason said quickly. Elizabeth turned and smiled. “Morgan paints….get out!” She laughed.

“I can paint…I painted my repair shop when I owned it….I can paint and plaster.” Jason smiled.
Let me help you, Elizabeth.

“That’s okay Jason…I can do it myself besides you are busy with Sonny I would hate to get in the way of your business…..cause I know how important it is to you.” Elizabeth said simply.

That comment punched Jason in the stomach HARD. And he dropped his smile. “Business is not as important when it comes to you Elizabeth….I wanna help…please?” Jason said hoping she would accept his help.

“But wouldn’t your girlfriend be upset with you helping me….she and I are not FRIENDS Jason and we will never be.” Elizabeth said honestly. “And if I accept your help she be with you…if so I don’t want it.”

Jason was hoping to tell Elizabeth when they were alone that he wasn’t seeing that MISTAKE anymore but alone time with Elizabeth but these days it wasn’t something that happened a lot. “I’m not with Sonny’s sister anymore….I broke up with her.” Jason stated proudly.

“You did?” Elizabeth said trying to hide her smile so she bit her lip.

“Yeah…broke up on Valentine’s day.” Jason said happily.

“I’m sorry….I know how much you LOVED her.” Elizabeth said simply. Jason was shocked. How did Elizabeth know he said those words even though he didn’t mean them. Elizabeth saw the look on Jason’s face and added. “She told me every chance she got that you loved her.” Elizabeth said hiding her anger.

“I…thought I did…but I didn’t…I..” Jason started stuttering. Johnny interrupted quickly.

“So, I have $200.00 dollars that is burning a hole in my pocket.” Johnny said smiling.

“Me too” Max said. “What time is the game again?”

“8pm….@#%$ are you deaf?”

“@#%$ you Johnny it will be a pleasure ripping that $200.00 outta your hands. Max replied. Just then Elizabeth spoke up.

“Hey jackass who said the $200.00 is yours…….it’s gonna be mine…….Gap here I come!” Elizabeth said laughing. Noticing how quiet Jason had become Elizabeth poked him in the side. “You better come prepared to lose some money tonight!” Elizabeth said smiling.

Jason started laughing. “Yeah I think I can handle it.” He said smiling.


Chapter 32


Outside the No Name as they walked to the town car and Elizabeth’s motorcycle.

“Do you need a ride to Johnny’s tonight?” Jason asked Elizabeth shyly as they approached her bike.

“No I already have a ride Johnny always sends the town car to pick me up with Max and Francis.” Elizabeth said as she removed her leather gloves from her jacket.

Jason face dropped slightly. “Oh…ok…” he said sadly.

“How are you getting there?” Elizabeth asked.

“I was gonna to drive my bike.”

“No you are not…Jason I know you and driving after drinking is something you are not doing.” Elizabeth said simply.

“Elizabeth…I can handle…” Jason smiled and when to continue but Elizabeth interrupted him.

“I said NO…you are going in the town car with me, Francis and Max…end of argument.” Elizabeth said.

“Would it do any good?” Jason said smiling widely.

“Nope” Elizabeth answered putting on her helmet smiling.

“So, I should meet you at your studio?” Jason was hoping to god she would said yes. He missed going to her studio it was so comfortable and so Elizabeth.

“Yup…be there at 7:30pm….. I’ll see ya then.” Elizabeth smiled as she started her bike. “Later guys!” she yelled as Jason watched her drive off.

“Later!” they yelled after her.


Elizabeth’s studio

Jason arrived at 7:25pm. He was nervous and his stomach was doing flips. Calm down Morgan. He stood before Elizabeth’s door shaking. Jason reached up and ran his hands over his face trying to compose himself before seeing Elizabeth. He looked around in the hallway and noticed that a lot had changed. The first thing he noticed was that he would have had to push a buzzer to get in the front door. But the couple in front of him held the door open for him.

Jason looked around and saw elevator was now installed in the building. The hallway now was painted and had a nice carpet and lights were bolted to all the walls. When he approached the door he had installed for Elizabeth he noticed that a peephole was added to the door. Jason made a face. When he had the door installed there wasn’t a peephole. Someone could shoot through the hole and hurt Elizabeth. The door was meant to be a solid door. He made a note to ask Elizabeth about it.

Jason swallowed hard and started knocking. He waited for a second and started getting even more nervous.

“Elizabeth?” Jason said as lowered his ear to the door to listen. “Elizabeth…are you okay…. Elizabeth!” Jason yelled louder and started pounding on the door. Just as he was about to reach for his lock picks the door behind him opened up.

“Jason are you okay?” Elizabeth said with concern.


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Jason turned around surprised. “What are you doing there…did you move?” Jason asked as relief flooded him seeing that she was okay.

“No…this is my art studio….is it 7:30 already? I was painting and apparently lost track of time. I was finishing up a painting for Johnny…since you’re here can you help me lift it?”

“Sure!” Jason said quickly. He entered her art studio and it was incredible. Elizabeth had a lot of her paintings framed and covered most of the walls. The place was nice very neat and comfortable. Elizabeth had installed track lighting on the ceiling and had a very nice size refrigerator in one corner next to the sink.

And a shelf in the other corner that was bolted to the wall that held her brushes and various paints and a huge stereo that was playing the what sounded like to Jason as jazz. On the other side was a black futon. Elizabeth had the lighting very soft and Jason thought to himself that it was nicer than that cold penthouse of his.

“Jason?” Elizabeth said interrupting his thoughts

“Oh sorry.”

“I just needed help lifting it off the picture to the floor.”

“No…I’ll do.” Jason said grabbing the painting and lifting it to put in on the floor.

“That was heavy Elizabeth how did you get it up on the…” Jason started to say.

“My neighbor Ryan helped me.” Elizabeth said simply. “Thanks I wanted to bring it to Johnny’s tonight.” Elizabeth walked over to her sink and washed her hands.

“Ryan…who’s Ryan?” Jason asked. Jealousy flooded him.

“Ryan is my new neighbor he just moved in last week from Pine Valley.” Elizabeth said as she removed her painting smock she was wearing.

“Oh.” Jason’s jaw ticked. As Elizabeth turned out the lights she heard her name.

“Elizabeth!” Max yelled.

“Why do you have to yell…we know exactly where she is stupid…all you have to do is knock.” Francis said rolling his eyes.

“Kiss my Italian ass Frannie……ELIZABETH!” Max yelled again.

“I’m here.” Elizabeth said laughing with Jason right behind her carrying Johnny’s picture.

“All I have to do is grab my jacket and the B & B” Elizabeth said smiling as she entered her other studio with Max, Francis and Jason walking in behind her. Jason was in shock. It didn’t look the same as it did when he stayed with her and when he used to visit her. It was truly Elizabeth but not overly feminine where a man would feel out of place. Jason noticed she got rid of the couch she used to have and replaced it with a small version. “What do they call those things….oh a loveseat.” Jason thought to himself and his mouth dropped open slightly at the sight of Elizabeth’s huge bed. Wow that is a huge bed. Jason began to frown.

"I wonder if Ric and Elizabeth ….." Jason shook his head trying to drive the thought from his mind. If I have anything to say about it Ric will never touch that bed again……that piece of… Jason thoughts were interrupted by Elizabeth’s voice.

“Ready guys…..I got the B & B!” Elizabeth said heading out the door first.

At that Jason made a face. “B & B?” he asked with confusion.

Francis and Max both laughed. And Jason glared at them.

“B & B is BEER and BROWNIES…what else?”
Max said laughing as he walked out the door behind Elizabeth.

Jason shook his head and pinched the bridge of his nose.

“Don’t worry…we will teach you LL.” Francis said slapping Jason on the back.

“LL?” Jason repeated lifting up the painting.

“Yeah…LL is Liz lingo,” Francis said laughing as he followed Jason out the door.


Chapter 34


Johnny’s apt.

The group arrived at Johnny’s exactly on time and Marco parked the towncar under the building in the garage. As they got out Jason walked to the back of the car and lifted the painting out of the trunk.

“So what time do you want me to pick you guys up?” Marco asked.

“Not until I’ve cleaned out Francis’ wallet…..so make it 30mins.” Max said laughing.

“That’s what you think jackass….Marco we’ll call ya.” Francis replied rolling his eyes at Max.

“Ok…don’t kill each other…see ya.” Marco shook his head laughing.

“Well….well…look at you guys. I don’t think I have ever seen you wearing anything besides your suits and your favorite dark blue jeans…you guys got fancy on me…your jeans tonight are faded.” Elizabeth grinned.

“Remember when we went to the Gap last weekend….Denise told me that I had the bod for the loose fit low riders so I went back and got them.” Max smiled widely.

“They sold you the loose fit low riders cause you’re a fat ass…” Francis replied.

“They did not…Denise said I looked hot.” Max replied proudly. “I think she wanted my number….I’m going back this Saturday cause Denise said I would look great in a fitted tee.”

“Max….lard butt look at Jason…he has the body for a fitted tee not you, okay?” Francis rolled his eyes. Jason shifted uncomfortably. And Elizabeth smiled.

“Damn, this elevator is slow.” Jason quickly said interrupting Max before he could reply. All the while Elizabeth was humming.

“What song are you humming?” Max asked laughing and he watched Elizabeth. Instead of replying Elizabeth sang the words and dancing around.

Don't be so quick to walk away
Dance with me
I wanna rock your body
Please stay
Dance with me
You don't have to admit you wanna play
Dance with me
Just let me rock you
Till the break of day
Dance with me


“Its part of Justin Timberlake’s song “Rock your body” she said as she did the dance moves from the video.

“You know the words to the song?” Francis said shaking his head. “I knew going with you to Tower Records was going to come back an haunt me.” Elizabeth flipped off Francis and continued. Then she walked over to Jason as she sang. And circled him as she continued. Jason watched Elizabeth’s body move around him and her red lips were making him die as she swayed her hips.

“She is going to be the death of me.” Jason thought as he swallowed hard.

Talk to me boy
No disrespect, I don't mean no harm
Talk to me boy
I can't wait to have you in my arms
Talk to me boy
Hurry up cause you're taking too long
Talk to me boy
Better have you naked by the end of this song

Max and Francis held back their laughter. Jason Morgan….Sonny’s right hand man and enforcer was BLUSHING.


Chapter 35


“NAKED?” Jason screamed in his head. Was that the lyrics of the song…god help me.” Jason shook his head and blew out a breath.

The elevator dinged and opened up saving Jason. Max let out a giggle and Jason shot him a look and he looked up in the air and started whistling.

The group arrived at Johnny’s door and knocked.
“Who is it?” Johnny asked.

“You know who it is…….open the door you jack ass before I shoot my way in.” Francis yelled.

“Tsk, tsk…you can’t just open your door to everyone.” Johnny said simply as he opened the door for his friends

“Shut the @#%$ up pansy boy.” Max smirked as he walked into the apartment.

“Max be nice!” Elizabeth said slapping him on the back. “I brought you the painting you wanted Johnny.”

“Oh…thanks Elizabeth…it’s beautiful…how much do I owe you?” Johnny said taking the painting from Jason and holding it up to the light.

“It’s a gift…don’t trip.” Elizabeth removed her jacket.

“But Elizabeth….I know you spend a lot of time working on this….I have to..” Johnny said but Elizabeth interrupted him.

“If you try to pay me I will get Jason to shoot you right now….so forget it…it’s my gift to you.” Elizabeth smiled.

“I’m actually not carrying my gun but I can kick his ass if you want.” Jason whispered.

Elizabeth bursted out laughing and touched Jason’s cheek with her small hand.

“And people say you don’t have a sense of humor….see they don’t know you like I do.”

Jason felt her soft hand touch his cheek and set him on fire. Jason smiled “No one does but you.” He replied softly. Elizabeth removed her hand and broke the feeling their eyes were sharing when Max yelled.


Chapter 36


“Excuse me…..um…..I remember something about being promised food……where is the food?” Max demanded.

“Max can you fat ass ever get full? @#%$ you just ate two hours ago…..SEE….that is why your ass is wearing loose fitting jeans!” Francis said.

“Excuse me….I have to watch my weight……oh Max I gained 2 pounds….shut the hell up.” Max mocked Francis’ voice. “I’m hungry”

“Bitch…….the food is in the kitchen ……does this look like the kitchen? Johnny argued.

“Guys….enough let’s just play poker okay?” Jason said shaking his head.

“Who put HIM in charge.” Max muttered.

“What did you say?” Jason glared Max.

“I said…..who put YOU in charge….you are not the boss tonight.” Max challenged. Jason stepped in front of Max.

“I’m going to give you the first hit after that I am kicking your ass.” Jason said. “So, go for it…I’ve been wanting to bust your fat ass for a while.”

Just as Max was about to say something Elizabeth got between the two men. “Guys….good lord….you guys are tall…. um, Jason…come on…..don’t okay?”

“Jason” Elizabeth said softly as she slipped her hand in Jason’s and his hard enforcer glare melted. So Jason let Elizabeth drag him from Max and over to the table that was all set up for their game.

“Jason…be nice.” Elizabeth warned.

“He started it.” Jason said pouting.

Elizabeth laughed and shook her head. When Jason was just too cute it was so hard to be angry with him. She just wanted to kiss him.

“So, Johnny I brought B & B!” Elizabeth said smiling. “Great...wait I told you not to bring anything.” Johnny scolded.

“Shut up Johnny there is no way you would gotten me out tonight if it wasn’t for the B & B.” Francis said taking a seat next to Jason.

“Excuse lady….are we here for cooking lessons or to play cards?” Max said. The group started laughing as they watched Johnny fuss over dinner.

“The only reason I don’t shoot your fat ass Max is because blood is hard to remove from carpet.” Johnny said smirking.

“It’s not that hard……..besides never kill without carrying plastic with you.” Elizabeth said simply.

“What!……who told you that?!” Jason mouth dropped to the floor.


Chapter 37


Francis started whistling and looking up at Johhny’s art work on the walls. “Hey Johhhhhnyyy,
are ya ready to play?”

Jason glared at Francis. I'm going to beat the crap out of him.

Elizabeth saw Jason glaring at Francis and decided to speak up. She reached out and touched Jason’s arm with her small hand.

“Jason, I watch the Sopranos.”

“The what?” Jason asked in confusion.

“The Sopranos…it’s a show on HBO. It’s about the…(Elizabeth looks around the living room then looks back at Jason and winks) Mob in New Jersey.” Elizabeth said in a whispered playful voice.

“I watch the show every Sunday night…last week Francis and I both watched it…right Francis?” Francis nodded but didn’t say anything.

“And that is how you learned about the plastic?” Jason asked a little annoyed that they would show that type of violence on TV. It bothered him that Elizabeth knew about it in the first place. That type of stuff she should never see or hear about.

“No, I learned about the plastic in other ways.”

“Dinner should be ready in thirty minutes.” Johnny said walking into the living room from the kitchen wiping his hands. “So, who is dealing?” he said taking his seat next to Elizabeth and Jason.

“I’ll deal.” Elizabeth said turning her baseball cap around on her head so the bill.

“Okay tonight boys your shirt is a straight….your underwear is a full house!”

“What?” Jason replied in shock.

“Jason…I’m kidding…..no strip poker this week I got too cold last time.” Elizabeth said with a straight face.

“Wait…..what?” Jason said glaring at the men around him.

Elizabeth started laughing while the men around the table planned their funerals. “I’m kidding Jason…really.”

“You realize that you are a brat, right?” Jason pinched the bridge of his nose before reaching for his beer.

“I kinda of remember someone telling me that a long time ago.” Elizabeth said laughing as she poked Jason’s side.

“Stop that.” Jason said laughing.

“Oh…I forgot you are ticklish.” Elizabeth said poking him more.

“Elizabeth….stop…….it ……you …..” Jason said laughing grabbing her small hands in his. The two forgetting that they weren’t alone.

“You are so bad do you know that?” Jason whispered trying to regain control while still holding her hands.

Elizabeth laughed and then realized they were being stared at. “Um….sorry” she said quietly.
Jason looked over and the men were all smiling. He then cleared his throat and reached for his beer.

"That's okay...don't mind us." Johnny smirked.


Chapter 38


“Okay….let’s play” Elizabeth blushed.

Jason watched Elizabeth small hand started shuffling the cards. “When did you learn to play poker, Elizabeth?” He was in shock.

“I learned a long time ago before coming to Port Charles.” Elizabeth said simply.

“Really…back in Jersey?” Jason questioned.

“Yeah, when I ran away from the fifth home my parents placed me in…I hooked up with a group of teens in Jersey. That’s how we survived with card games.” Elizabeth said as she finished dealing.

“What do you mean?” Johnny asked as he looked at his hand.

“It’s how we ate….you know…set up card games with high rollers then I would come in and clean them out at the end of the night.” Elizabeth smiled she reaching for her beer.

Jason looked at Elizabeth with his brows knitted together. “Elizabeth……that kind of thing is dangerous you could have been hurt.” He said pinching his nose in frustration and tried to hide his anger he felt towards Elizabeth’s parents.

“Well…it was a chance I had to take….a girl had to eat. Anyway enough about my past….it doesn’t matter.”

Jason was about to say something more but decided it was probably best to drop the subject. FOR NOW. But Jason wanted very badly to have a TALK with Elizabeth’s parents when he finally met them. He vowed that they would never hurt Elizabeth ever again.

“So….when are we painting your gallery?” Jason smiled.

“Oh…..um probably next Friday…you really want to help?” Elizabeth asked with slight shock. He’s serious.

“Yes, I do…um what time are we going to start?” Jason sipped his beer.

“Let’s see how about 2pm…cause I have my boxing lesson at 12.” Elizabeth replied.

“Did I just see you looking at my cards?” Max asked with annoyance towards Francis.

“I wasn’t looking at your cards I was trying to see if there were more pretzels in the bowl in front of you ass hole.” Francis said rolling his eyes.

“If I see you looking at my cards again I will shove the rest of those pretzels down your throat.” Max said smirking.

“Hey, let’s just play okay?” Johnny said as he shifted in his chair as he dropped a $20.00 chip on the table.

“Elizabeth…sweetheart do you need extra help painting next week…cause I’m off on Friday.” Francis ignored Jason’s glare.

“Me too…Marco is covering my shift.” Max said happily.

“Can you even paint…….Mr. I was a plumber’s helper.” Francis laughed.

“Fuck you Frannie…..I said that my uncle was a plumber and I used to hang with him……geez….I know you’re ugly but are you stupid too?” Max replied smirking.


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“Guys…Guys…let’s have some fuckin’ class don’t you see a lady sittin’ here?” Johnny piped in.

Elizabeth laughed. “Lady? holy crap there’s a lady here…..where?

The guys started laughing and Jason sat there shaking his head in amusement. Johnny got up and walked over to his stereo and popped in a cd when a certain cd Johnny had caught Elizabeth’s eye.

“Johnny is that Justin Timberlake’s cd?” Elizabeth asked smiling at her friend.

“What…..I don’t have…are you kidding?” Johnny replied snorted nervously as he looked around.

Elizabeth got up and walked over before Johnny was able to hide the cd. “Here it is….I thought I saw Justin’s cute face.”

“You think that GUY is cute?” Jason frowned.

“Yeah, he’s fine.” Elizabeth smiled. Jason rolled his eyes and pouted.

“YOU own Justin’s cd?” Max said as he bursted out laughing along with Francis. “Do you know his dance moves too pansy boy?”

Johnny turned red. “I wouldn’t talk……I saw that Backstreet Boys and PINK cd in your car……@#%$!”

“That wasn’t mine….they belong to um....Elizabeth
didn’t you leave your cds in my car?” Max said quickly.

“I don’t think so Max.” Elizabeth replied laughing.

“I’m learning a lot about you tonight Max……Backstreet Boys……huh? Jason said joining in on the laughter and trying to forget Elizabeth’s thing for that Justin singer.

“How did this turn on me…..Johnny is the one with Justin’s cd!” Max defended himself.

“Cause you made fun of Johnny first moron.” Francis said laughing.

“I wouldn’t say anything Mr. Soap operawatcher.”
Max yelled.

“I don’t watch soaps!” Francis yelled.

“Oh really…….Mr. Liason lover!!” Max yelled. Francis’ mouth dropped open.

“What….what is your screen name?…. oh yeah, it’s Liason4ever?….isn’t that it? Max said laughing.

“SHUT UP….Jason loves Elizabeth and she loves HIM.” Francis yelled out before covering his mouth.

“Jason and Elizabeth?” Jason asked confused.

“Yeah…the two characters on the soap have both your names.” Francis replied. “They have been friends for years and they’re in denial…..they love each other so much…..it’s beautiful.” Francis said looking away.

Jason looks at Elizabeth. “Are they together now?” Jason asked Francis.

“No…cause Jason is being as an ass and is hooked up with a whore and don’t even get me started on Elizabeth.” Francis said rolling his eyes.

Elizabeth started laughing and shaking her head. Clearing her throat. “Jason do you want another beer…I’m about to get another one for myself.”

“Thanks…yeah…I’m come with you.” Jason replied as he got up from the table to follow Elizabeth into the kitchen.

“YOU BIG MOUTH SON OF A BITCH! I SHOULD BEAT THE CRAP OUT OF YOU RIGHT NOW!” Francis yelled trying to grab Max but being held back at Johnny.

“FRANNIE, OH FRANNIE ARE YOU PISSED?” Max yelled while making faces at Francis. “Whoa….are you trying to hit me…….huh?” He continued yelling as he bobbed and weaved like a boxer.

“STOP that you ass hole….because I will let Francis go.” Johnny yelled holding a struggling Francis.

“Johnny…..give me your gun that is all I need…..please..so I can shoot this FAT @#%$!” Francis said coldly.

While all the yelling Jason and Elizabeth calmly walked back into the living room from the kitchen while sipping their beers.

“EXCUSE ME!” Elizabeth said in a raised voice. The men turned immediately to look at her. Jason stood next to her sipping his beer looking at Elizabeth.

“Guys…why are you trying to kill each other........ because we know what type of music you like? And Francis the soap thing is no big secret. Remember two months ago when I hurt my back….you spent all your time with me taking care of me…feeding me….remember?” Elizabeth said calmly.

Jason’s mouth dropped open slightly. “Elizabeth was hurt? How did she hurt her back?” Jason frowned and looked at Elizabeth’s back and wondered what happened. And Francis took care of her NOT me! Jason ran his free hand through his hair.

Francis shook his head. “I made you my famous Francis lasagna.” His anger faded as he remembered.

“I remembered through all the pain medication I was on that I saw you watching soaps….it’s no big thing….it doesn’t make you less of a man.” Elizabeth walked over and kissed her friend’s cheek.

“It doesn’t?” Max snickered. Elizabeth turned quickly and waves one finger at Max.

“Max…no it doesn’t….just cause Francis likes soaps. It’s like me saying that you are less of one because you listen to the Backstreet Boys and Pink….okay?” Elizabeth replied smirking. Max nodded as Elizabeth kissed his cheek.

“What the hell is with all this KISSING!” Jason screamed in his head as he clenched and unclenched his fist.

“And you Mr. Johnny…I personally love Justin’s cd so I think your taste is great.” Elizabeth said as she walked over to Johnny.

“That isn’t my cd …..I don’t know how it got here…….me…..I like my music hard….I only listen to DMC. Now that is music….gansta rap…mobsters listen to that.” Johnny replied proudly puffing out his chest.

“DMC….huh?……guess what @#%$ the guy’s name is DMX…DMC…what a droofus.” Max replied laughing just as Johnny grabbed for him Francis caught him.

“MAX! stop it…be nice.” Elizabeth scolded. Max dropped his head.

“Johnny…..it’s okay really….so what if you like the music just like I said to Francis it doesn’t make you less of a man…okay?” Elizabeth said touching her friend’s hand and placing a kiss on his cheek.

“So, can we continue the game so I can take all of your money?” Elizabeth smiled. The men smiled and walked back over to the table and sat down. Jason on the other hand was surprised. Elizabeth was able to handle three…no make that four which included him…the.most dangerous men on the Eastern seaboard with kind words and with her mere present. Jason shook his head in amazement. Just then Elizabeth turned around.

“Are you playing Jason?” Elizabeth asked simply as she smiled.

“Yeah…I’m playing.” Jason said smiling as he walked over and took the seat next to Elizabeth.
The men remained quiet after Elizabeth’s talk for about 5 minutes and they were back to insulting each other.


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“Wait I dropped a $20.00 dollar chip on the table….I swear Max if you fat ass took it I will shove the rest of those chips up your ass.” Johnny threatened.

“You dropped the chip about 30 minutes ago you dick….and we lost that game to Elizabeth.” Max replied dropping down another chip on the table.

“Oh so now I’m a penis for trying to make sure you don’t steal……maybe I should shoot you…the blood won’t be that hard to remove from my carpet.” Johnny said smirked with a dangerous glint in his eyes.

Jason drops a $20.00 chip on the table and then looks in the bowl that had the pretzels in it. “Johnny do you have anymore pretzels?”

“Good lord…..Max you ate ALL those pretzels……hey jackass did you realize that other people may want to eat some too……geez.” Francis rolled his eyes.

“I was hungry….it’s been TWO whole hours since we ate…hell I feel myself losing weight right now.” Max touched his stomach.

“There’s more in the kitchen Jason…I can get it for ya.” Johnny replied rolling his eyes at Max as he got up from his chair. “Watch my chips, Elizabeth…..this fat bastard steals.” Johnny pointed at Max.

Elizabeth laughed and shook her head. “So, what is for dinner tonight Johnny, cause without your cooking I would be starving like Max over there.” Elizabeth said slightly laughing over her shoulder to Johnny as he returned with the pretzels.

“I actually made Francis’s famous lasagna….he told me how much you loved it when you were sick.” Johnny said grinning as he sat down.

“What happened to your back Elizabeth….are you okay now…do you want my chair it might be more comfortable…or a pillow or something?” Jason rambled looking upset that she was hurt and he knew nothing about it.

“It’s okay Jason…I’m better now.” Elizabeth smiled as she touched Jason’s forearm. Jason’s breath caught. As he released the breath he asked another question.

“What happened with your back?” Jason asked with his brows knitted together.

“I was just cleaning and lifted a chair. All of a sudden I heard a rip…the pain was not intense at first then it hit. I lost the use of my legs and I fell.” Elizabeth said simply as she made a face as she remembered the pain.

“What?” Jason asked with shock on his face.

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“Yeah…but thank God for Francis.” Elizabeth reached over and squeezed her friend’s hand. Francis smiled back then noticed Jason’s face.

“She called me…I wasn’t there….Elizabeth called me and told me that she was unable to walk. I think I broke about 7 different traffic laws that night.” Francis said slightly laughing.

“Where was……RIC? Why didn’t he help you?” Jason asked with anger in his voice.

“He was working on something for Sonny and had his phone turned off.” Elizabeth replied while reaching for a pretzel. “It was no big deal….Francis
took care of me….I can always depend on him.” Elizabeth smiled sweetly.
.
Francis looked up from smiling at Elizabeth and saw smoke coming from Jason’s neck. “Oh @#%$.” Francis thought. My casket color should be silver…just like my favorite bullets…cause he’s going to kill me. He swallowed hard and shifted uncomfortably in his seat. Jason’s eyes narrowed into slits as he stared and his jaw ticked. A slight smile appeared on Francis’ face.

“Hey, um Johnny is there more beer in the refrigerator?” Francis watched Jason staring at him.

“Yeah, help yourself…I raise you 10.” Johnny said not looking up from his cards as he dropped a $10.00 chip on the table.

“Great…..I’ll be right back.” Francis replied getting up quickly almost running into the kitchen.

“Excuse me.” Jason said in a whispered voice to Elizabeth as he got up from his chair and stalked into the kitchen behind Francis.

Francis was standing over the sink throwing cold water on his face when he felt Jason enter the room. He actually felt the temperature in the room drop about 20 degrees. Francis swallowed hard and decided to face Jason and try not to get blood on Johnny’s shiny and newly installed kitchen floor. As Francis turned around Jason was standing by the refrigerator stone faced with his arms crossed staring at him.

“Well?” Jason said coldly.

“Well…what?” Francis replied taking in a breath.

“Don’t play with me….you know what I mean.” Jason held his enforcer glare in place.

“I…don’t..” Francis began and Jason interrupted him quickly.

“What the @#%$ is going on between you and Elizabeth……is there something I should know?” Jason demanded.

“I like Elizabeth….I mean no there isn’t anything going on….we are just FRIENDS.” Francis said calmly. “Elizabeth is like my little sister…if she is sick I’m there….if she is hurt I’m there…if she just wants to talk I’m there.”

Jason’s eyes narrowed into slits. “If Elizabeth is sick I will be…..if she is hurt I will be there…..and if she wants to talk…I will be there……..NOT you.” Jason said with ice in his voice.

Francis’s anger flared. “Oh really……then where have you been for the last 6 months….cowboy? You sure as hell wasn’t there when she had the flu and I had to make her eat soup and take her to the doctor……where were you when she hurt her back and I took her to the emergency room with her screaming in pain and watched as the nurse injected two shots of morphine into her back……where were you when I would go by her studio morning, afternoon and night to make sure she ate and took her medication for her back……where
were you when she finally found a location for her gallery…..where were you when she was so proud after buying her bike……HUH?


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WHERE THE @#%$ WERE YOU….I WAS THERE FOR HER…NOT YOU….I WAS! So don’t think that since you are back now that you are going to push MY friendship with Elizabeth aside because I won’t let you and neither will she.” Francis said feeling his anger and blood pressure lowering.

Jason held his glare and wanted to punch a wall cause he realized the man was right and that just pissed him off. “I MADE a mistake.” Jason replied coldly. “I don’t know @#%$ about Elizabeth now….but you know EVERYTHING. Jason said rolling his eyes.

“Of course you don’t you haven’t been around her….Jason, man I thought we already talk about this? You are here with HER…she is being nice to you. Jason, this is not all your fault you BOTH @#%$ up. You two are the most complicated asses in this world…..you two don’t communicate….
you two talk to other people about how the other is feeling…..just like you are doing now!” Francis said in frustration rubbing his face.

“You told me not to push it with Elizabeth….now you are telling me I should?” Jason asked confused.

“NO…that is not what I am saying….you two need to take it slow. Just like you are doing now no PRESSURE cause believe me Jason….I’ve talked to Elizabeth and she doesn’t TRUST anything about you now.”

Francis said hating to hurt his friend’s feelings but it needed to be said.

Jason lowered his head. “So, you are telling me she thinks everything I say is a lie and everything Ric says is the TRUTH?”

“Not necessarily a lie….ok for example you offered to help her paint her gallery…..did you see her face? That was the look she gets when she feels that someone is just BLOWING smoke up her ass…..that you just said it to say it.” Francis said as he ran his hands through his hair.

“I wouldn’t have said it if I didn’t mean it.” Jason countered.

“No….see that was the old Jason Elizabeth knew…..you aren’t him. You let her and the entire town…no we let her and the entire town believe Sonny was dead……you didn’t tell her that you were going to a strip club nightly to watch over Sonny’s sister…..then she finds out from AJ. And then the TOPPER? She finds out you have been @#%$ the slut …….does that remind you of anyone….maybe someone named LUCKY?

Elizabeth doesn’t know, hell she thinks you have been @#%$ that whore all along when she was in the penthouse worried about your safety where were you? You were with the slut. Do you see were you when wrong?”

“But the thing with Sonny was business and watching his sister was a guarding job.” Jason answered.

“No…it wasn’t man….Carly knew about it….if it was just business do you think Carly would have been involved? That beautiful young woman in that room was apart of it….she counted….hell she was the one who got shot at that the hospital. Alky crap was not business and you @#%$ well know it. It all revolved around Brenda. And you let Sonny @#%$ up your relationship with Elizabeth…he told the woman in HIS life the plan WHY not tell the woman in YOUR life the plan also?” Francis stated simply with anger in his voice.

“If Elizabeth mattered to you as much as you say she does you would have told her. And whore was just a “guarding “ job then why did you end up @#%$ that whore….huh…….if it was JUST a job…..that is bull @#%$ and you and I both know it.”

Jason dropped his head. “She walked out.” He said sadly.


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Francis shook his head. “You should be having his conversation with Elizabeth not me but I will say this. She walked out on you NOT because of the lie and not because of that slut because you made her feel like she didn’t COUNT…she was nothing….that she didn’t matter……just like her own so-called family man…..that is why she walked.” Francis said feeling his anger flare once again.

“If you try to push she will walk and you won’t get her back…think about what I said.” Francis said slapping Jason on the back as he walked out of the kitchen.

Jason took a deep breath and rubbed his eyes. He would take it slow and this time he would TRY. No not try, this time he will just DO.

Just then Elizabeth walked into the kitchen and saw Jason’s face. “Jason, are you okay?” she asked with concern.

“I am now.” Jason said slightly smiling.

“Good…cause you looked a little lost when I walked in here. Elizabeth said grabbing another beer out the refrigerator. Max! there’s only Bud left no more Coors!” She yelled.

“Bud is fine….thank you Elizabeth swweeetheart!” Max yelled back smiling with a goofy look on his face.

Johnny looked over at Max and shot a look at Francis. “Um…Max how many beers have you had?”

“Why? Max asked smiling

“Just wondering…how many beers?” Johnny asked.

“Well….mommy I have had 5 beers…is at-that okay with you mommmmmmy?” Max slurring his words.

“I think it time to eat….lard ass here is drunk as @#%$….I’ll get the plates.” Johnny said getting up from the table.

“Damn…..Francis you’re drunk….you need to learn outta no how to handle your alcohol.” Max smirked with blurry eyes..

Francis shook his head. “I’m not drunk Backstreet boy….he was talking about you. Francis said rolling his eyes.

“You know what Francis…you’re right I could be a Backstreet Boy….I know ALL of their songs.” Max says jumping up from his chair. “I DON’T KNOW WHAT HE DOES TO MAKE YOU CRY……I’LL THERE TO MAKE TO SMILE….I DON’T HAVVVVVVVVE A FANCY CAR.” Max then moves his hips suggestively. TO GET TO YOU I’LL WALK A THOOUUUUUUSAND MILES. I DON’T CAREEEEE IF HE BUYS YOU NICE THINGSSSSS DOES HIS GIFTS COME FROM THE HEARRTTTTT.

“HOLY @#%$……..HELP!!! Francis yells.

Elizabeth, Jason and Johnny run into the room with an amused looks on their faces. “Holy @#%$ is someone killing a cat in here?!” Johnny yelled.

“Get this idiot away from me!….he wasss…….he was…moving his hips towards me like Elvis Presley!” Francis said standing next to Elizabeth.

“What…I was just sinning….I mean singing…..that’s all.” Max said with confusion on his face.


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“THAT WAS SINGING? Jason, do me a favor go to the top drawer of my desk I have a gun there and shot me right here (Johnny said pointing to the middle of his forehead) right here…cause I refuse to hear that @#%$ again.” Johnny made a face.

“Um…Max I would leave the singing to Elizabeth okay…and let me tell you IF you ever EVER dance towards me again like that…..I will shoot you….got that?” Francis said frowning.

“Fine…you ass holes can’t appreciate perfect singing when you hear it I will NEVER share my latent ..talent with you again. Max was insulted.

“Thank you…I hope that’s a promise.” Jason said hiding his smile. Elizabeth stood next to Jason and let out a giggle.

“Um…Max Johnny said that dinner is ready….do you wanna….” Before Elizabeth could finish Max flew by her into the kitchen.

10 minutes later

“Oh my god….Johnny this is good!” Elizabeth said while eating her dinner.

“Thank you….Elizabeth…I’m glad you like it. I hope I didn’t put too much liquor in it.” Johnny said as he ate.

“Liquor….you put liquor in the pasta? WHAT the hell is wrong with you I said COOKING liqueur NOT liquor.” Francis rubbed his eyes in frustration.

“It’s the same ain’t it…liquor, liqueur what's the different?” Johnny replied still eating.

“I THINK IT’S FUCKIIIING GREAT!” Max piped in.

“Who are you Tony the Tiger?” Francis said rolling his eyes.

“Even with the alcohol I think it’s good Johnny don’t you think so Jason?” Elizabeth asked.

“It’s good.” Jason replied still eating.

“Stop the babbling Jason!” Max yelled laughing.

Jason’s eyes narrowed into slits and stared at the man across from him. Elizabeth knew that Max was about to get his ass kicked by Jason so she touched his arm and his eyes soften.

“Jason are you still planning on checking out my bike.” Elizabeth asked smiling.

“Yeah…definitely…um how about tomorrow?” Jason asked hoping she would say yes he wanted to spend time alone with Elizabeth.

“Tomorrow…um I’m not sure about the my time in the morning …I can call you if you want and let you know when I’m available…if you want.” Elizabeth asked biting her bottom lip.

Jason let out a breath and watched Elizabeth bit her lip. “Jesus….this woman’s lips.” Jason thought as he smiled.

“Jason?” Elizabeth asked breaking his stare.


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“What…um oh sure…or I could call you …..but I don’t have your cell number.” Jason said hoping she would give him the number.

“Oh…um sure…..it’s 345-6943.” Elizabeth said as she began to eat again.

“345-6943 got it.” And I will never forget it. Jason grinned. “Is your number at home the same number ?”

“Yup” Elizabeth answered simply. The group was quiet until a ringing cell phone interrupted the comfortable silence.

“Holy crap…I bet I know who that is…..how long has it been since he called last!” Johnny frowned.

“Shut up Johnny.” Elizabeth replied as she got up and reached into her bag and grabbed her cell phone.

“Where’s the brownies…..I need a brownie.” Max said looking around on the table. Francis reached over and placed the entire bowl in front of Max.

“Eat up fat ass.” Francis said as he continued to eat.

Jason’s fist clenched and unclenched. “Damn that bastard….he’s keeping tabs on her!” he screamed in his head he wanted so badly to punch something. And look right over at Max shoving brownies in his mouth and frowned even more.

“Hey….RYAN…how are you….(Elizabeth laughs and runs her hand through her curls) where are you?
GET OUT…(Elizabeth reaches down and plays unconsciously with her belly button ring)

“Ryan?” Jason lends over and whispers to Francis. “Who the @#%$ is this Ryan guy?” Jason demanded.

“Ryan is her new neighbor…he just moved in….. what?…..a week ago guys?” Francis asked looking around.

“Yeah about a week ago….seems like a real nice guy.” Johnny made a face while moving the bowl away from Max.

“Elizabeth mentioned that this RYAN guy is from Pine Valley….what do you know about him…..did you run a check?” Jason asked glancing over at Elizabeth. She was laughing and twisting a curl in her hand. Jason’s eyes narrowed. He wanted to punch RYAN in the face.

“Why run a check….he’s her neighbor Jason, it’s not like he’s her boyfriend or something.” Max replied trying to grab another brownie.

“BOYFRIEND?….why would you use that word huh, did Elizabeth say something?” Jason asked trying to hide his jealousy.

“No” Max said simply. Jason frowned. They all turned around and looked at Elizabeth on Johnny’s couch laughing.

“Ryan…I can’t…..where are you again?…Joe’s….
Ryan you mean “Jake’s.” Elizabeth giggled. “I can’t I’m playing poker with my friends….I don’t know how long we will be here….I need to clean out my friend’s pockets…..come where?……here?……you want to come here?…….Ryan I can’t invite you this is not my place…that would be rude….I’m at Johnny’s….you are….geez Ryan….hold on. Johnny….Ryan wants to talk to you.” Elizabeth says shaking her head as she hands her cell over to Johnny. Francis glances over at Jason and that familiar smoke was rising from his neck.

“Yeah…Ryan…what’s up?” Johnny replied into the cell. Glancing over at Jason Johnny hid his smile. At first he was about to tell Ryan that coming over was a bad idea. But thinking back to the way Jason treated Elizabeth over the past 6 months inviting Ryan over will definitely get under Jason’s skin more than Ric.


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“Ok…come on by….I live at 129 Haborlane, apt 304…..see ya.” Johnny hid his smile when he saw Jason’s eyes widen then darken. Johnny actually saw a vein the enforcer's neck throb. He swallowed hard as he hung up the phone and handed it back to Elizabeth. She made a face.

“What?….the guy has money…..let’s empty out his pockets too.” Johnny said removing the plates from the table.

“Oh…Ryan coming here? Now that is one GOOD looking guy!” Max said a matter of factly.

“Max are you trying to come out?” Francis asked smirking.

“NO…I’m not gay…BUT if I was I date him. That Ryan…he’s a good looking guy…I saw him at Elizabeth’s studio when he helped her lift Johnny’s painting. That guy has a nice body.” Max said.

“I suppose.” Elizabeth said piping in. Jason shot her a look and let out a breath he was holding.

“So, y-you like this RYAN guy? Jason asked taking a bite out of the brownies Elizabeth made.

“He’s nice.” Elizabeth replied reaching for a brownie. “He has a REALLY nice bike though.”

“He has a motorcycle?" Jason asked through clenched teeth.

“Yup…actually that's how I met him….he cut me off while I was driving on the Cliff Roads.” Elizabeth said picking at her brownie. “He wanted to apologize so he insisted that I drive his bike an that was that!”

“The cliff roads are dangerous…what the hell kind of idiot would cut you OFF…he could have hurt YOU!” Jason said in a raised voice. Just then Johnny’s bell rang.

Johnny gets up and quickly walks over and hits the button on his wall. “Who is it?” Johnny asked into the speaker.

“It’s me….Johnny, Ryan.” Ryan replied pushing the button in the lobby of Johnny’s building.

“Ok…come on up.” Johnny said into the speaker as he pushed the button to open the door in the lobby. As he turned around Jason was staring so hard Johnny could have swore if looks could kill he would be dead.

“Johnny…..kitchen….NOW!” Jason demanded with ice in his voice as he got up from his chair and stalking into the kitchen.

“Oh @#%$.” Johnny muttered as he followed Jason into the kitchen.

“What the @#%$ is wrong with you……why did you ask that RYAN guy over here?” Jason demanded.

Johnny backed up and looked down at his clean shiny floor. He was sure his blood would wipe up easily with any type of clean cloth.

“I invited Ryan cause the guy is nice….that’s all…I met him at Kelly’s one day….and he seems like an okay kind of guy.” Johnny explained quickly as he waited for Jason’s fist to hit his jaw. When the hit didn’t come he opened his eyes. Jason just stood there staring at him.

“Look Jason, I know that you want to TRY again with Elizabeth. And I’m all behind that I think you and Elizabeth would make a great couple. But you have to understand that she does have friends outside of you and our group.” Johnny explained.

“I know she has friends besides us.” Jason said letting out a breath he had been holding.

“But do you think this RYAN guy is wants to….you know…date her?” Jason asked in a whisper.

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“I don’t know…besides the only guy I see Elizabeth dating is Ric.” Johnny replied.

“That piece of @#%$…” Jason said rolling his eyes. Just then Jason and Johnny both heard a knock.

“I’LL GET IT!” Max slurred as he jumped up from his chair. Francis laughed and lending over to Elizabeth and whispered. "Max has a crush on Ryan……sssshhhhh” Elizabeth giggled as she covered her mouth.

“RYAN, my man…..what up!! Max yelled as he opened the door.

“Hey…..um….I’m sorry I forgot your name.” Ryan said apologetically.

Max looked disappointed. “It’s Max” he said firmly.

“Max…..hey….you’re the one I met at Elizabeth’s studio.” Ryan replied smiling as he remembered.

“That’s right….that was ME.” Max said smiling with a goofy grin.

“HEY…..lard ass let the man come in.” Francis yelled. Max smiled and moved so Ryan could enter the apartment.

“Hey…Elizabeth! Hey, Francis” Ryan replied smiling widely.

“Hi Ryan….I see ya made it.” Elizabeth said smiling as she sat next to Francis. Francis nodded and smiled.

“Yeah…Port Charles is a lot easier to get around than Pine Valley.” Ryan said as he removed his leather jacket.

Just then Jason and Johnny walked out of the kitchen. “Hey Ryan….you made it.” Johnny replied smiling.

“Hey Johnny…yup I made it and thanks for inviting me.” Ryan said as he walked over to shake Johnny’s hand. Ryan looked over at the man standing next to Johnny with his arms folded across his chest and the coldest stare he had ever seen. Ryan decided to extend his hand.

“Ryan Lavery and you are?” Ryan asked the man with the ice blue eyes. Jason looked down at Ryan’s extended hand. And the temperature in the room dropped about 30 degrees. Everyone waited for Jason’s reply or his fist to hit Ryan’s face.

“Jason Morgan.” Jason replied keeping his enforcer glare in place. Ryan dropped his hand and smiled.

“Nice to meet you, Jason.” Ryan said smiling. Jason nodded and walked around Ryan and took his seat by Elizabeth.

“So, what are we playing….regular poker or strip poker? Ryan asked smiling widely then winked at Elizabeth. Jason saw the wink and he clenched his fist.

“Ryan.” Elizabeth replied smiling and shaking her head.

Jason shot a look at Ryan and rolled his eyes. Hey Ryan…why don’t we play the game "Pass the @#%$ out poker”….we count how many punches your face can take before you pass the @#%$ out. Jason his narrowed eyes.

“We are NOT playing strip poker.” Jason stated coldly. If anyone played strip poker with Elizabeth it would be ME not you.

“OK….then….um…who’s dealing?” Ryan said smiling as he rubbed his hand together.


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“I’m dealing.” Max said piping in.

“You are not dealing jackass …..you’re drunk!” Francis said. “I’ll deal.”

Jason smiled looking into Elizabeth’s eyes. “Did you bring anymore of those incredible brownies?”

“I think there is more in the kitchen….Johnny hid some from Max.” Elizabeth giggled.

“I really loved eating your brownies when I stayed at your studio with you.” Jason whispered as he smiled.

“Well that was the only way to make you eat your soap…was to bribe you with brownies.” Elizabeth said smiling as she remembered.

“Soup.” Jason made a face.

“Brownies….I love brownies…that’s my weakness besides coffee.” Ryan said smiling brightly as he waited for Francis to deal the cards. Jason looked up and rolled his eyes.

“So, Ryan what do you do for a living?” Francis asked interrupting the uneasy quiet that seem to fall over the group.

“Right now…not much…I used to own a dot com in Pine Valley but that went bust so I’m thinking of starting up a new company.” Ryan smiled looking down at his cards. “I raise you $25.00” he said as he dropped his chip.

“I see your $25.00 and raise you $100.00.” Jason smirked.

“Wow…um that’s too rich for my blood…I’m out.” Ryan said smiling at Elizabeth.

Jason watched Ryan carefully. Yup, this doofus is interested in Elizabeth….my Elizabeth….well Lavery that ain’t gonna happen…you won’t get any where near her. Jason narrowed his eyes into slits.

“What was the name of your company, Ryan?” Elizabeth asked as she looked up from her cards.

“It was called “Incredible Dreams.” Ryan replied smiling. Jason looked up and rolled his eyes. Would this guy cry if I punched him in his face right now?

“What did you do?” Johnny asked. “Jason I match your $100.00.” Dropping a $100.00 chip on the table.

“I would have clients come to me and ask for their dreams to come true. Then I would make it happen.”

“So, if I came to you and said I want to rock out with say….I don’t know…..um the Backstreet Boys…you could make it happen?” Max asked sobering up a little.

“MAX….let it GO…you will never be a BACKSTREET BOY……why don’t you start a band called the LARDASS MEN…that you would be perfect for!” Francis said in a raised voice.

“SHUT THE @#%$ UP Frannie….I could too be a Backstreet Boy….did I tell you I met Howie at one of their concerts….I sang a little for him…….HE SAID CALL ME.” Max replied proudly.

“Of course he did…..he probably got scared…hell if I saw you I would say the same thing!” Francis replied.

“Guys….we have company…let’s chill okay….geez.” Johnny said letting out a breath.

“Why did you leave Pine Valley? Were you in trouble with the cops?” Jason asked with coldness.
JERK.


Chapter 50


“Nah, I needed a.change of scenery. I lost my wife…..so I left Pine Valley and decided to travel.” Ryan replied.

“Oh, Ryan I’m so sorry….I know how it feels to lose someone you love.” Elizabeth said sadly.

“Yeah…it’s hard…I really miss Gillian…she’ll always be in my heart.”.

“I know…about three years ago I lost my first love to a fire…I felt like my life was over. But after a while the pain starts to fade and you start to remember the good times and even the bad times without crying.” Elizabeth said as she remembered.

“Someone told me that you have to lose someone completely before you can figure what they really mean to you.” Elizabeth said sadly as she cut her eye to look at Jason as she let out a sigh.

Jason turned his head and looked at Elizabeth’s sad eyes as she remembered. But something in her eyes betrayed her. He didn’t think she was remembering what she had with Lucky. He got the feeling that the last comment was about him. Did she still want to “try?” All he wanted to do was lift her up in his arms and hold her, and never let go. He felt his eyes tearing as he looked at her and she returned his stare. Until Ryan interrupted their thoughts. Ryan noticed the look between the two and wondered what Jason meant to Elizabeth.

“That’s true Elizabeth…Gillian and me….we had our problems but we always found our way back to each other. We used to say that we were in each other’s blood.” Ryan said smiling.

Elizabeth smiled and nodded. Jason just stared at the man across from him.

So, Jason…for some reason your name sounds familiar.” Ryan said staring at the man across from him.

Jason continued to stare without acknowledging Ryan’s statement. The group shot looks at each other. Yes, Jason Morgan was a very familiar name. EVERYONE knew the name Jason Morgan.

“I GOT IT….are you Skye Chandler’s well or should I say Skye Quartermaine’s brother Jason Quartermaine? Ryan said proudly that he remembered.

The room was so quiet you could hear a piece of cloth drop. Everyone knew that Jason didn’t consider himself a Quartermaine since he woke up from his accident. And being called one was something Jason HATED. He normally would jump down someone’s throat if they said it. And today was no exception.

“Did you hear me say my name was QUARTERMAINE? NO, my name is MORGAN you would be smart to remember that.” Jason said with ice in his voice.

Ryan laughed slightly. “If I didn’t know any better I could have sworn you just threaten me twice already. I don’t like being threatened.”

“I DON’T THREATEN. I PROMISE!” Jason replied with a raised voice.

Before Ryan could reply Elizabeth interrupted. "Um
…Johnny so where are you planning on putting your picture?” She said in a cheerful voice as she touched Jason’s forearm. Elizabeth felt Jason relax slightly.

“You know…” Johnny said quickly trying to lighten the mood in the room. “I was thinking about hanging it over my bed.”

“That’s good but I think here in the living room would be better…..like over the fireplace over there.” Elizabeth said pointing as she walked over to the bare spot on the wall. Ryan got up to see the exact spot Elizabeth was talking about trying his best to ignore Jason. Elizabeth reached out and when to grab the frame of the picture and a splinter ripped through forefinger.

“OW!!” Elizabeth yelped as she held up her hand. Jason turned around as he saw Ryan touch Elizabeth’s shoulder was the first one up from the table. He shoved Ryan to the side.

“ELIZABETH ARE YOU OKAY?” Jason’s eyes widened with concern. Max and Francis surrounded Elizabeth and Johnny was standing next to Jason.

“Is it your back?”

“No. I got a spinter in my finger. UGH….it hurts!” Elizabeth replied as she made a face.

“Elizabeth, let me see it.” Jason said lovingly.

“Jason, no it hurts like hell.” Elizabeth said still shaking her hand like the air in the room would help with the pain.

“Come…honey…let me see it, okay?” Jason asked with concern and love in his voice.

Elizabeth bit her bottom lip and gave Jason her hand so he could examine the wound. The wound was bleeding and a piece of wood from the frame was embedded in her small finger. Jason noticed how tiny her hands were compared to his. Her hands were looked like doll hands. Perfect and small.

“Johnny do you have a first aid kit and a tweezer?” Jason asked not taking his eyes off Elizabeth.

“Yup, actually I have a first aid kit in every room in this apartment…I’ll go get it.” Johnny said running off to get the kit.

“Elizabeth…are you okay…if I had noticed that you tried to pick up the picture I would have stopped you.” Ryan said with concern.

Jason snorted.

“Ryan…it’s not your fault…I shouldn’t have tried to pick it up.” Elizabeth said looking down at her bleeding finger. “OW”

“JOHNNY hurry up!” Jason held Elizabeth’s hand in his as Johnny came running back into the living room with the first aid kit and tweezer.

“Come on honey…let’s sit down on the couch, okay?” Jason asked as he lead Elizabeth over to the couch.

“Okay…I’m going to clean the tweezer first …then the wound .…..then remove the splinter with the tweezer…..okay? “I’ll be as gentle as I can but the piece is pretty deep into you finger….okay? Jason said softly as he reached out and placed an unruly lock of hair gently behind Elizabeth’s ear.

Elizabeth nodded and bit her bottom lip. She watched as Jason carefully placed her hand on his lap and started to clean the tweezer that Johnny had brought them.

“Now I’m going to clean the wound…ready?” Jason asked smiling slightly. Elizabeth watched Jason as he tendered to her wound. It reminded her of the time when she was shot and Jason examine the wound and wrap it. She smiled slightly and nodded.

Jason began to clean the area on her finger that was bleeding. “Okay, now I going to remove the splinter like I said it’s pretty deep so I’ll try to be as gentle as possible.” Jason said with loving concern. Elizabeth nodded and continued to bite her lip. As Jason began to remove the splinter Elizabeth made a face.

“OW….Jason….oh god…Jason…it hurts…don’t” Elizabeth said in a slightly raised voice.

“It’s okay I almost got it Elizabeth…..brace your other hand on my knee….it’s almost out.” Jason said hating that he was hurting her but it needed to be removed before she got an infection and Jason would be damn if that would happen.

Elizabeth did as she was told and braced her other hand on Jason’s knee and felt a bolt of electricity flow through her and by the look on Jason’s face he felt it. Just then Jason pulled the splinter out of Elizabeth’s forefinger and let out a breath he didn’t know he was holding.

“Got it” Jason said smiling holding up the splinter. “You okay?”

“I’m better now….thank you.” Elizabeth replied smiling as she leaned over and kissed Jason on the cheek. Jason blushed. And all the men in the room let out a breath and smiled except Ryan.

“I’m going to finish cleaning it then I’ll wrap it.” Jason said proudly. He started thinking that was the second time Elizabeth had kissed him. He smiled widely. He was happy that he was able to take care of Elizabeth. That was something he really missed when he wasn’t with her. Jason finished cleaning Elizabeth’s finger and then wrap it with gauze then and surgical tape.