It was a cold day in Salem the frost came early in October as everyone was preparing for Halloween.
Caroline was in the pub decorating and putting up decorations. The pub was busy and there was a lot of hustling and bustling. Caroline was still missing Sami's presence and the children. EJ was still mourning the loss of Sami and very rarely made an appearance in the pub. It had been six months since Sami's death and nothing was the same. Caroline looked around the room and missed her grand daughter.
Roman came in with a gush of wind. Hi Ma how are you doing? Caroline forced a smile. There was a sadness in Roman's face too. He also missed his daughter. You need any help Ma? Roman asked.
Caroline shook her head and continued to put up the decorations. Roman then said you're missing her aren't you? Roman said sadly Caroline nodded Sami loved Halloween it was one of her favorite holidays. I can't believe she's gone. Roman shook his head me either ma. He kissed her on the forehead me either. I can only imagine the kids are missing her something awful. Caroline nodded Have you seen EJ?
Roman shook his head I barely see him now. He's been keeping himself busy with cases. I did go by and see the children. They are getting bigger and missing their mother. Roman bows his head and Caroline puts her hands on his shoulder and says. Children should never go before their parents. Roman began to tear and hugged his mother. No they shouldn't Ma he responded.
At the Mansion EJ was drinking already and it was only 9:30 am. The children left for school and he stumbled on picture in one of his law books of Samantha and the children. He rubber her face with his fingers on the picture as a tear fell from his eyes. He was finding it hard to go on without her. In front of the kids he was strong but when alone surrounded by the loudness of an empty house was deafening and he needed to drown it out. All he could was see Samantha's face and her smile. He kissed the picture wishing he could wake up from the nightmare he was living right now. He would give anything
To bring her back. For months he refused to believe she was dead especially since no body was found at the accident site. A part of him said if there was no body there was chance she was alive but months passed and she never returned home. Despite his insistence to hold onto hope. Her family gave in and told him she wasn't coming back. At that point he cut ties with them. If they didn't have hope he didn't want them around him or his children. Then a few weeks ago a purse showed up with all of Samantha's belongings and EJ's hope was crushed. He had hoped she was somewhere maybe trying to find her way back to him but it wasn't true. He put his head in his hands and began to sob. He finally had everything he wanted Samantha had finally became his wife and they had another child Brendan who was now almost a year old she had been since he was six months . He looked so much like her with his deep ocean blue eyes and his sandy blonde hair. She got pregnant right after the wedding. Ej drifted to the day she told him. He had come home after a long day working on a case and she came home early from CW for the occasion. Johnny, Sydney and Ali were at Caroline's for the night. All Ej knew was that he got a text from his wife stating to come home as soon as he could. She needed to talk to him about something important. She wouldn't say anything else. So Ej tried his best to figure it out. Things had been pretty quiet since the wedding. They had finally settled in to being a regular married couple. Ej was happier than he ever was before. He married the woman he loved and looked forward to a future with her what more could he ask for? Little did he know Samantha had the answer? Ej could hear music as he walk towards the front door. He had hoped for some quiet time with his wife. He didn't feel like entertaining anyone tonight. He opened the door and the house was candlelit and there were daffodils everywhere. Ej smiled they were alone. She planned a romantic evening. Ej sighed in relief he picked one of the flowers and smelled it and called out softly Samantha. She came out of dark in a dull yellow lace gown that clinged to her body just the way EJ liked. EJ's smile was ear to ear. Well Mrs. DiMera what have you been up to today? As he walked closer to her she stepped back. Well Mr. DiMera I conquered the world of cosmetics and came home today to make sure you had a dinner you would never forget. She smiled with a glowing smile. EJ grabbed her and pulled her in his arms and gave her a deep kiss. As he dipped her and pulled her closer to him. He slowly pulled out the kiss. Well Mrs. DiMera I completely approve and what your wearing is driving me made as he kissed her neck.
Sami squirmed out of his arms no, not yet. I have a few things in store for you first. Ej grumbled bah and pouted I don't want to wait as he tried to grab her she slipped away and guided him into the living room. It looked beautiful it was filled with candles and flowers and music. EJ felt so special.
Ej blushed you did this all for me? He kissed her again. She returned his kiss and pulled away. Yes I did now please have a seat Mr. DiMera because the night is only beginning. EJ smiled and was curious what his wife had planned. She pulled out his chair as he sat he was the center of attention tonight. Sami would make sure of it. She lifted up the food trays to reveal baby carrot, baby back ribs and baby red potatoes. Ej smiled in amusement this is a very unique dinner Samantha. Sami smiled Yes I thought we should try something different tonight. Ej looked puzzled as he tried his meal in front of him.
It was remarkably delicious. They talked about their day and EJ still didn't get the clues so Sami was trying to work it in the conversation. Ej knew there was something she wanted to say. As they finished their meal she had the servants clear the table and the dishes as the settled on the couch. Ej held Sami and said Dinner was great different but great. Sami looked in his eyes did you really enjoy it? EJ smiled yes I did I may have to pay for in the gym tomorrow but you made me feel special tonight. Thank you Samantha and his kissed her lips gently. Sami got lost in his kiss and pulled away she looked disappointed he didn't figure it out. Ej then said okay Samantha I feel like you were trying to say something all night long what is it. Sweetheart you know you can tell me anything right? Sami nodded and hesitated okay I have been keeping something from you for a while now but it was for your own good. Ej became alarmed does it has anything to do with our families? Ej was worried now. Sami shook her head no nothing to do with our family. Ej was even more curious then it has to be the children then. Sami hesitated it may have to do with the children. Ej became even more concerned Samantha is something wrong with the children? Sami shook her head. Samantha you're scaring me now he pulled her closer. Tell me what's wrong? Sami pulled away there's nothing wrong EJ as matter of fact everything is finally right. I was scared to tell you until I knew for sure that I could Ej were trying to figure it out. Ej said Samantha out with it sweetheart. Ej demanded Sami pulled out of his embrace and said I have a present for you
Please don't be angry with me for keeping this secret. She held his face in her hands as she got up from the couch I love you and wanted to protect you. Now Ej was nervous now as his eyes followed her to the desk and she pulled out an envelope that had a card in it. Ej was really worried now and she leaned over and kissed him. The kiss was long and EJ was afraid to let her go. Sami pulled away and she said this is for you. After today I wont do anything without you again. Ej was afraid to open the envelope
There was a card with another envelope he opened the card and it said from this day forward we will be stronger than ever and I want you to know I don't want to share this with anyone else because you're my husband, my friend, my lover and my partner forever love always Your Samantha. EJ felt a tear fall from his eyes and Sami wiped them away with her kisses. Ej took and deep breathe and opened the other envelope and gasped. He looked at Sami is this what I think it is. Sami smiled from ear to ear. Yesss EJ
That's the first picture of your son. Sami held his face in her hands I'm sorry you weren't there but I wanted to make sure the baby was okay first. Ej grabbed her and embraced her so hard. Sami could barely breathe. Ej I cant breathe. Ej laughed and let go I'm sorry did I hurt you? Sami shook her head no EJ you didn't. Ej started covering her with kisses this was the best present you could have given me.
Ej kept staring at the picture we are going to have a son. Sami nodded yes we are. EJ pulled her close as he put his hand on her belly and looked in her eyes I love you Samantha. I love you too EJ. Ej leaned in and kissed her stomach and said and I love you already my son. He looked up in her eyes and pulled her face to his and continued to kiss her. They continued to make love on the couch then the floor in front of the fire. Ej was gentle as he held his wife and was overjoyed with happiness. They made love for hours and got lost in each other. Yes now EJ had everything he thought that night. EJ came back to reality and now the love of his life was gone. He slumped down to the floor put his head in his knees and sobbed for the woman he loved. EJ now felt like he had nothing without her. How could he live without his Samantha. Ej cries echoed throughout the house as the servants continued their work and felt sorry for the master who grieved for his lost love.
