A/N: This is my take on what would happen if Gabi had been using her best friend (Will) as the father of her unborn child, but the truth was revealed through the blood test that Sami demanded. Now that Will knows that he isn't going to be a dad, and after seeing Sonny with Brian and assuming he's moved on, what would happen if he left Salem, thinking there's no reason to stay?

And since I love Chandler and I'm sad that he's gone, I also gave him a subplot in the story...in my hometown!

Will's POV

As I stumbled into my dorm room, I couldn't stop the tears from falling. I found out earlier in the day that I wasn't going to be a dad, and I kept reliving the moment over and over in my mind. I was devastated. I'd been fooled and used.

I knew I needed to thank my mum for pushing Gabi into having the test, even though Gabi had fought her, saying it was unnecessary because the baby was mine. The test proved that she had been with someone else besides me and that they were the father.

As I looked around my room, I couldn't help but think that I would be better off anywhere but here, as my heart was being ripped out by the visions in my head. I realized that I have nothing to keep me here, so I packed a small bag with just a few clothes and walked out the door, heading for my car. I drove to the airport and bought a one way ticket with the money I'd saved from my days working for EJ.

Two weeks later Samantha walked into Common Grounds thinking she would find the happy couple, but instead Sonny was walking out the door with someone who wasn't Will.

"Hello, Sonny, can I have a moment of your time please?"

"Babe,, I will wait outside for you, ok?" Brian said, walking to the door.

"How can I help you, Mrs. Brady?"

"Sonny, did you give Will a chance to explain everything when he came to see you the other night with the news? I'm completely confused at how you can be with another guy so easily. I really thought you loved my son a lot. This whole time I didn't call or text Will, thinking that you would be making up for lost time, but I guess I was wrong. Have a lovely date, Sonny,"

Sonny's POV

Samantha turned and walked out of the room. I really didn't know what she was talking about, so I put it aside and went on the date with Brian.

As we walked through HTC, I saw Gabi and her brother coming the other way in a heated discussion. I wasn't really a big fan of her's to begin with, but I tried for Will's sake.

"Sonny, I'll bet you're happy to get me out of the way now. Wait, are you two-timing Will?"

Suddenly Gabi realized by the confused look on his face that Sonny didn't know.

"Wow, he didn't come straight back to you with the amazing news about my lie? I am so shocked! Oh well, I guess I had better tell you since it won't be long until everyone in Salem knows. You know how people gossip.

"You see, Sonny, I lied about Will being the father of my baby. If it hadn't been for his mother being so pushy about me having that DNA test, I would have gotten away with it. But no, the truth came out, and the second that Will found out that I had lied to him he screamed at me for hurting him and using a child to trap him and to destroy what he'd found with you. Then he walked out the door saying that he was coming for you, but by the look on your face he didn't show up."

Gabi being the person that she is deep down couldn't help it and looked at the guy who was with Sonny. She could tell by the look in his eyes that he was a lot like her. "You saw him, didn't you?"

Sonny stepped back and turned to face Brian, not sure how he felt about hearing this.

"Yes, I did see him. It was the night we kissed and left together. He was hidden so you couldn't see him, but he saw us leave together. Sonny, you are better off without that loser. He was just going to pull you down, Why don't you accept that I am better for you in so many ways? Even your own mother doesn't want him with you."

I didn't have anything to say and I just seemed to shut down. I walked away from the two of them in a daze and made it home somehow. I found some mail at the bottom of my door which had collected over the last few days while I'd been sleeping in my office at the coffee shop. As I sorted through the mail, I found an envelope with my name and address on it. I slowly turned it over and didn't see a return address, but I didn't need one. My heart knew who it was from. I carefully opened it up, trying not to tear it. As soon as I read the first line, my legs gave way and I fell to the floor.

Will's POV

Sonny

I know that you don't care anymore, but I need you to know why. That day so long ago when you kissed me and I pushed you away was when all of this started. You see, Sonny, I did come looking for you to tell you how I felt about you after having a talk with Grandma Marlena, but instead I saw that I was too late since you were with himhaving a good time. I walked away hurt and confused.

I was told by someone later that night that I was selfish, and when I was at my lowest, I ran into Gabi, and you know what happened after that. She was upset too, and even though it felt so wrong, I did it anyway because I didn't think I had a chance with you anymore and I just needed to feel something.

Sonny, I'm not blaming you for my stupid mistake. I can't, because if I'd been a real man I would have stepped up and told Brian to back off. I would staked my claim and fought for you, but I didn't because I'm so used to being alone and I didn't think there was any chance you'd want me.

I wanted to tell you about the baby the night I found out when I came back to your apartment, but I was scared of losing you, and quite honestly, I was still trying to wrap my own head around the news.

As the days went on, we were so happy, and I couldn't make myself do it. I knew I would probably have to watch you walk away from me if I told you.

And then everyone found out Gabi was pregnant, and they assumed it was Nick's, so Gabi and Nick suggested we keep it that way because it would be best for the baby and for all of us. Gabi was in love and happy with Nick, and I had you, so I went along with it, thinking everything would work out for the best.

I really had planned to tell you, but then we had that talk on the couch and you told me you felt sorry for Gabi and Nick because they were tied down with a baby. I knew then that I could never tell you. You had plans of traveling and living out your adventures, and I knew you'd never give those dreams up for a baby. So I put on a happy face and pretended everything was good until I just couldn't do it anymore. And, as you know, it blew up in a big way.

I am very sorry that I betrayed our love by keeping something like this from you for so long.

When I found out that I wasn't really the father, and had been used and fooled by a person I thought was my dearest friend, I was hurt. But the more I thought about it, I became angry that she had caused me to lose you because of a lie. I came looking for you at Common Grounds to tell you the news in person, and so that we could hopefully talk it out, but instead I found out that you had moved on, and that I had lost you for good.

I don't hate you for wanting to move on, as it's my fault that you are hurting. I will always love you, no matter how much time has passed. Please be happy. That's all I want for you, even if it's not with me.

Please tell your parents that I am very sorry for hurting you, and for pulling you into my family drama. I know that I am messed up in my head, but I did love you, so please don't ever doubt that. It was a nice dream while it lasted, but now it's time for me to wake up and move on.

I'm not in Salem anymore. I didn't want to cause you anymore pain, so I left so you wouldn't have to see me. And honestly, I left for myself, because I can't handle seeing you with him, even if I caused it.

Goodbye

Will

Sonny's POV

As I sat there, watching the letter fall through my fingers and onto the floor, I couldn't believe what I had done. Yes, I was hurt because he'd lied to me for so long, even while I held him and comforted him after nightmares and asked him what was wrong.

And then the day he was going to tell me, I had to open my big, stupid mouth and pretty much tell him I didn't want kids for a long time, so I ruined any chance of being told.

How could I have been so heartless to Will after the wedding? After everything we've been through from the start? How could I have not given him the chance to tell me everything? Instead, I caused him to leave so that it would be easier for me to move on and be happy. And that's stupid too because I can't be happy without my soulmate in my arms.

There was only one thing for me to do. I had to get up off the floor and go and find him and bring him home. I didn't know where he had gone, so I knew I'd have to go the one person who he might have told.

Will's POV

Everywhere I looked, I saw happy couples being in love. It had been two weeks since I walked away from him. I wasn't sleeping much, because I would see them every time I closed my eyes, so I tried to stay awake. I had bought a ticket to Australia, and was staying in a town called Hobart, Tasmania. I picked an area that would be the last place anyone would look if they even cared where I was.

I walked out of the Hobart Airport and got a taxi. I asked for the cheapest motes, and was driven to a small town called Sorell. It looked very nice and friendly, but I really didn't care.

Chandler's POV

I stepped out of the airport with the rest of the cast and crew on location with me and got into the shuttle the network had hired to take us to the hotel. As I waited in line to check in, I noticed a young woman looking at me. It was obvious that she recognized me from the show. I panicked slightly, hoping she wouldn't approach and cause a scene. Finally it was my turn at the registration desk.

"Hello, I'm guessing you need a room. Our rooms are very cheap for this area. We do cater for room service should you want privacy for your stay. What name should I register the room in for you and for how many nights will you be staying with us?"

I knew she was aware of who I was, and I was thankful that she allowed me the privacy I needed. I leaned in closer and whispered that she could use my real name. Seeing her name tag, I called her by her name as well.

"I'm not really sure how long I'll be staying, so can I just book a room for a week to begin with, Please? And yes, I would like to get room service tonight, Shelley."

"Yes, of course. Would you like to look at the menu now? I can go ahead and order for you and have it brought up later. Let me just grab the book and I'll be right with you. Just take a seat right over there.

"Nikki, can you take over here for me? I need to book this gentleman's room and make sure he's taken care of."

In twenty minutes Shelley was showing me my room, where I would be hidden away from the public. She had already made my room service order and would have my dinner delivered later.

"So, this is your room. We'll bring clean towels each morning, and if you want to get out and do some sightseeing, the brown building in the park is the best place to book tours. Should you want to travel to Hobart, the bus stop is across the road from our front door. 9Am is the best time to catch it. If you need anything else, just pick up the phone and dial 1. That will get you to the front desk."

"Shelley, before you go can I ask you something? How far is our show here in Australia?"

"Well, honestly it's a year behind on TV, but I watch it via YouTube so I see the current shows. And just so you know, I am a massive fan of you and Freddie and I promise I will keep your being here a secret. I do have a favor to ask of you though. If I bring my Wilson book to work tomorrow could you please sign it for me, Chandler?"

"Yes, of course. It would be my pleasure to sign it for you."