Three days Later- PCPD

Cruz had gotten the files on Angela Monroe yesterday. He'd looked them over, they appeared to be legit, but something was nagging at him. He remembered the case, Angela or Sam as he now knew her, had been terrified of her husband and his partners. She'd been young, scared and naive. That didn't sound like a woman who knew how to steal money from people. She was a far different woman back then. If he had met her as she is now he would have no problem believing the file. Something was not right about this .As Cruz sat there pondering what was bothering him then said, " I just don't believe this." He called over to his partner, "Hey Lucky?"

Lucky moved from his desk over to where Cruz was seated," What is it?" he asked.

"You know anyone good with forgeries or computers?" he asked.

Lucky made a face, "You're not going to like it. But my sisters' friend um...Spinelle knows all about computers, hacking and file changing stuff. Why?" he responded.

Cruz looked down at the files. He had no choice; he didn't want to involve his superiors unless he was sure, he had to get Spinelli info. "Well can you get this file to him? I like to know before I start something how accrete this really is. I don't trust the guy that I got it from. And I don't want another disaster like last time. A woman almost got sent to prison for a murder that was actually self-defense." He said.

"What happened?"

"I overheard the cop talking to someone on the phone about planting evidence. I called her lawyer and told them they might want to check the evidence. The guy was my friend so I didn't tell anyone where my hunch came from and they couldn't prove that he planted evidence but I told him if I found out he ever did it again I would turn him in." there was a discussed sound to Cruz's voice, Lucky felt the need to reassure him that Spinally was a good guy and good at what he did.

"Don't worry if the evidence against this person is false, Spinelli will be able to tell you. I'll get this to him right away. Lulu should know where I can find him this time of day" .Lucky took the files and placed them in a vanilla envelope. He walked to the door and left the station. In the car Lucky opened the envelope; his curiosity was aroused as to who in Port Charles they were looking at. He took a look at one of the photos...It was Sam! But this person was listed as one Angela Monroe. Sam and several other names were just alias's.

Lucky knew she was once a con woman but he couldn't picture her stealing money unless someone physically gave it to her, not knowing they were being conned. Even though Lucky would love nothing more than to destroy Jason's life like his was, he couldn't let an innocent person go to jail for something they didn't do. If Cruz suspected the files were false he had to do the same. Lucky pulled out his phone and dialed his sister's number, "Hey Lulu. It's Lucky. Do you know where I can find Spinelli?"

"Normally Sonny's coffee shop but he called me earlier and said he was working on something important for Sam and Jason. Why do you want to know?"

Lucky sighed, "That's police business, Lulu. Don't worry he's not in trouble I just need his help on something, now did he tell you what it was Jason needed?"

"Lucky, the only thing he told me was it was top secret and had to do with Sam".

"Well I need him to check out a file for me."

"I could probably get it to him or you can check with and, I can't believe I'm going to say this Sonny." Lulu sighed, reluctantly.

Lucky laughed, "Actually you seem to be the lesser evil."

"Very funny. I'll get it to him. Bring it by Kelly's in ten minutes."

"Not a problem. Just make sure he gets it and not sonny. Hand it to Spinelli directly ok?"

"Sure thing, see you in a few. Bye Lucky" Lulu said and disconnected the call.

Lucky was now waiting for Lulu at Kelly's Dinner. Mike had given him a cup of coffee while he was waiting. A few minutes later in walked Lulu. He gave her the envelope for Spinelli. "Remember give it only to Spinelli, ok?"

"Sure. But what should I do if Sonny won't tell me or doesn't know where he is?"

"Tell him this concerns Sam and I' sure that he'll bring Spinelli to you, if he really doesn't want anyone to know where Spinelli is." Lucky old her.

"Is this the same thing he's working on now?" she asked, pointing to the file folder.

Lucky shrugged, "I don't know but most likely it is." Just then Spinelli walked into Kelly's. Lucky and Lulu were so deep in conversation that they almost missed him.

Lulu pointed over to the counter area, "There he is. I'll give it to him now. See you later Lucky."

"Yeah. Tell dad I'll be home for dinner kind of late. Got a new case we're working on."

"Anything interesting?" she asked.

"Just something I want you to stay away from. Don't go to the docks alone for a while ok?"

Lulu gave him a confused look as if to say why on earth she would go there, "The Docks? Why what's going on? Mob stuff?" she asked.

"Maybe, I guess it's possible but I think it's something else. Just stay away from the docks."

"Alright, fine no docks. See ya, big brother." Lulu said and walked away.

Lucky watched as Lulu walked over to Spinelli and handed him the envelope. Spinelli was looking at her funny. Their conversation seemed to deepen, then Spinelli's face lit up like he got something unexpected for Christmas, he turned, walked out the door and left Kelly's.

Lucky's thoughts then drifted to the new case he and Cruz landed. It was a weird one. Two former employees of Lorenzo Alcazar were shot and killed two nights ago, funny thing was the gun used in the execution style shooting was registered to Lorenzo. It almost looked like a revenge killing. But with the exception of Skye's child, the entire Alcazar family was dead. At least that's what Cruz believed, he was sure that Jason killed him even though he was able to get off the charges with Liz's help. (Note: in this story Jason stilled killed Lorenzo and there was a court case but the only change is that Sam was already gone so she didn't testify)

Safe-house-Port Charles

Sam was rocking little Emma when Spinelli came running in. He looked all excited about something, it was either that or he'd had an espresso, which after last week she had forbidden. It just made him bounce off the wall and with Emma's wild sleeping pattern, Sam needed all the sleep she could get.

Rushed over to Sam, a happy expression on his face, "Mother of the medical marvel, you will not believe our luck! The broken husband of the silent mother had the fair one give me the original files! This is a great day for the Jackal; I will now have an easier time proving these evil crimes false. And soon you and the mini princess will return to the impenetrable fortress high in the clouds."

Sam rolled her eyes, "Spinelli you really need a translator. Let me get this straight Lucky had his sister Lulu give you the original files and soon Emma and I could be going home? She asked.

Spinelli gave her an exasperated look ad said "That's what I said.

"So what's so great about having the original file?"

"The copies are cyber based and easily manipulated but the originals I can see if they've been tampered with. I can check the file for spots that may have been changed or sometimes they mark the pictures with codes corresponding with the file." He replied.

"Call the national guard, Spinelli used English for a change." Sam said jokingly.

"I've been trying...The godfather gets really cranky when I talk dungeon and dragons. I'll see you later. But now I'm going cyber fishing." He cringed as he pictured the annoyed look on sonny's face the time they spoke.

Sam shook her head at Spinelli, she had to admit that sometimes she liked the dungeon and dragons speech but at other times it was like trying to walk a maze where the bushes hadn't been trimmed. She hoped that Spinelli was right. She wanted to go home and just sit and be held by Jason.

Sonny's Office

Max opened the door to Sonny's office and announced "Detective Cruz and Detective Spencer to see you boss."

"Show them in. I've got a few minutes before I need to be at the meeting." He looked expectedly at the door, waiting for the two cops to enter. Cruz and Lucky walked into the room, Cruz was eyeing Sonny with a calculating look. This was going to be another interrogation, sonny could feel it.

"Mr. Corinthos, we have a few questions for you regarding a shooting a few nights ago." Said Cruz.

Sonny put down the paper he was reading and asked"What shooting?"

"On the docks, two of Lorenzo Alcazars former men were shot. It looked like an execution. We were wondering, since you and Alcazar are such good friends, if you could account for your whereabouts and that of your men." answered Lucky mockingly.

""I was at home with my sons. Jason was with me. As for my men maybe you should ask them yourself. I can't be held accountable for the location of all of them. They do have to go home at some time. Max!" sonny called out to his man in the hall.

Max entered the office and asked "Yeah boss?"

"Where were you and your brother two nights ago?" he asked.

"At our moms for dinner, boss." Max assured him, hands raised.

"Thanks max. As you can see Max, his brother, Jason and I all have alibis. Feel free to get a warrant to question the rest of my men. If you have any further questions, call my lawyer. Here's her number boy." Sonny handed Lucky a small card.

Lucky moved towards the door, "Thanks for your time.' He looked at Cruz and motioned for him to follow.

"Yes thanks" Cruz added, before he followed Lucky out, though clearly neither one wanted to. Sonny knew that they would be back with a warrant, but he also knew that he hadn't ordered a hit on anyone. So why were former employees of Alcazar dead? "Max, Get me Jason."

2 hours later- Sonny's office

Jason walks in, looks expectantly at Sonny. "You wanted to see me?"

"Yeah. I just had a friendly meeting with the PCPD, there was a shooting. Cruz said it was an execution, some of Alcazars' men. I thought you took care of him." Sonny told him.

"I did. Dumped him in the east river, if they ever find a body it will look like a drowning. Who would kill his men? His organization ended with him." Jon informed Sonny.

"I don't know. But whoever it was may be targeting us all, keep an eye out. How's the Sam situation?" sonny walked around his desk and handed a glass to Jason

"Spinelli called, from what I could gather he was given a present by Lucky Spencer. The original files on Sam. He said that he should be able to prove her innocence using them." He replied, and then took a sip from his drink.

"Good. I really don't want to have to deal with that and this situation at the same time. See what you can find out about the shooting. I don't want our men to be targets" he told him.

Jason nodded and stocked away without saying a word.