Chapter 8
Emma paced back and forth in the library at Jason's. "It's not fair! My parents don't deserve this."
Emma and Stephanie had just reunited with their brothers and were finally settling down when their Uncle Jason and Aunt Sam had broken the news about their mom. To say they were devastated would be an understatement.
That had been over 3 hours ago. According to their dad, their mom had gotten through the surgery with flying colors and she was expected to make a full recovery. In fact, she should be released by the middle of the next week. Until then, the kids were to stay at Jason's and they would be allowed to skype with their mom after she woke up. Patrick promised that he would do his best to be there for the kids and still take care of Robin.
Cam walked over and put his arms around her. "I know but your mom is going to be okay. Your dad said she made it out of surgery just fine and she is resting comfortably. Dante is leading the investigation on her shooting and your grandparents and Uncle Mac are checking out the tapes from your dorm. We are going to find out who did this and put them away."
Emma looked up at him. "We know who did this – Nikolas! He tried to take us away from my dad and he shot my mom. I don't understand how he could do this to her. She is the kindest and gentlest person I know."
Cam held her and smiled. He had known Robin his entire life and he agreed with his girlfriend's assessment of her mom. "I know and that is probably why he is doing this. If she were a raging bitch like that Carly person we heard Jason used to hang out with, he wouldn't want her. He seems like the kind of man to decide if he can't have her, no one will. I'm not saying it's fair or right, but we are talking about an insane man."
He kissed her. "But that is not all that is going on in that head of yours is it?"
"I want to be there with her, I want to see that she is okay." Tears filled Emma's eyes as she thought about her mom lying in a hospital bed. "I want to hold her hand and let her know how much I love her."
"Me too." Stephanie walked into the room. Cam stepped aside and so the two girls could hug. "I know I am 13 but right now all I want my mommy."
The two girls held on to each other crying, the night's events having taken its toll. Cam stepped outside to give them some privacy and saw John in the hallway.
"How are they doing?" John had separated out from everyone after they had arrived at the mansion. Milo had filled him in on the events from the night but he had stayed away – he felt like he was intruding.
"How do you think? Their mother's been shot and they were almost kidnapped tonight." Cam didn't mean to be so short with John but his patience was about used up.
John shook his head. "Look, I didn't ask to be pulled into this, remember? I was actually looking for Jason Quartermaine – I want to go back to my dorm room and sleep this night off. If you could tell me where I can find him, I will be out of here."
Cam felt horrible – he may not like the guy but John did help them out tonight. "I think he is in the study. Sam and Jason just got the boys to their rooms and were going to start arranging for additional security for the kids."
"Good, it looks like they'll need it." John pointed down the hall. "Down there?"
Cam nodded his head. John started to walk down the hall and Cam stopped him. "Thank you again for your help tonight."
John waved him off. "It was nothing."
John left Cam behind and knocked on the door to the study. "Come in."
John walked in and looked at Jason and Sam. He smiled at them. "Hi." John shut the door behind him and walked towards the couple. "We need to talk."
Nikolas sat in the car as it made its way to his new home. Sadly, the paperwork had been messed up and instead of being transferred to a new facility he had been 'accidentally' given a full release. "Did you get them?"
His companion smiled at him. "Unfortunately no, but the other part of the plan went off without a hitch. It shouldn't be too long until everything is in place."
"Good. Is the house ready for her?"
"As promised. Do you have what I need ready?"
"Yes and once I have what I want, you will get it." The car pulled up to its destination and Nikolas stared at him. "I trust you understand what is at stake? If you do not follow through on your end…"
"I am well aware of what will happen to me. Don't worry, I will get you what you want."
"Just so long as we are on the same page. Good night." Nikolas slammed the door and walked into his new home.
