In this story, Olivia and Sonny are together, they wanted to try again. (It's not that I don't like Claudia, I just don't really like Sonny, no offense.) Claudia is not dead, however, she moved back to Italy, after Sonny and her divorced (Could she reappear and wreck havoc again?) Sonny never found out that Claudia was responsible for Michael's shooting. Johnny still has feeling for Lulu, but Lulu is with Dominic. (Just so you know, I am not a JoLu hater; they were actually my favorite until Dominic came along.) Okay, so now that you have all the relationship status, enjoy. LOL.

And I just wanted to say I watched the episode of GH (12/22/09) and Sam and Jason tell each other they love each other! So sweet! JaSam forever! ;]

Hope you all have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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Lucky couldn't believe that of all the days, Johnny and Dominic would pick today to get in some stupid fight at Jake's.

They were both being held and Lulu had to stay for questioning. She was sitting, all pissed off in a corner, waiting to give her statement.

He went over to her.

"Seriously Lucky, were the police getting bored and had to arrest them for the stupidest thing ever?"

"Oh Lulu, calm down. I want to get out of here as much as you do."

He told her about the news he received on Sam.

"Lucky, that's great!" she leaned forward and gave him a hug.

He laughed. "I know. I just hope she wakes up soon."

She smiled at him.

Lucky got up and sauntered over to where Police Commissioner Mac, was looking over what happened.

"So Coleman called the cops because they were fighting?" Lucky asked.

"Apparently, things got pretty bad. Since Lulu was there, she could give a pretty good statement."

"No offense Mac, but considering whose locked up in there, I don't think Lulu will be giving out too true of a statement."

He sighed. "I guess you're right. You know it really sucks that your sister gets involved with mob men."

Lucky laughed at his reference. "Mob men, right. Anyway, I think you should just let them go."

"Nah, Jason is coming to bail them out. I'll keep them until then." Mac patted Lucky's shoulder roughly, before walking away.

Lucky went back to Lulu. "Jason's coming to bail them out."

Lulu sighed in relief. "Thanks Lucky."

"I didn't really do anything but your welcome." He chuckled. "I'm going to go talk to Dominic. See you."

"Bye. Hope Sam gets better."

"Thanks."

He walked over to the room where Dominic was being held. He shut the door firmly.

"You would think that being an undercover cop and all, you would be more careful then to end up in jail over a stupid bar brawl."

Dominic shrugged. "Hey, what can I say? I really like your sister."

"Okaaay. That is getting a little personal. Skip the details please."

Dominic raised his eyebrows. "I am getting out of here right?"

Lucky laughed. "Yeah, don't sweat it. Jason's coming to bail you out."

"Guess that's one good thing about pretending to be in the mob."

"Alright, just be more careful. You don't want anyone figuring out you're really Dante Falconari."

"Yeah, yeah."

Lucky rolled his eyes and walked out of the room.

When he got out, Jason was there waiting for him.

"I want to bail out Johnny and Dominic."

"Sure thing." Lucky smirked.

While Lucky was getting the paperwork in order, Lulu came over to talk to Jason.

"Hey Jason." Lulu smiled up at him.

"Oh hey." He said. "I haven't seen you in a while."

"Yeah, well, Kate always has me and Maxie on our toes."

He nodded.

"You seem distracted. Everything alright?"

"Oh, yeah, I just have…somewhere else to be." He answered vaguely.

Lulu raised her perfectly waxed eyebrows.

"Alright then, catch you later." She turned as Dominic and Johnny came through the door. He smile turned into a frown.

"Oh don't you look happy to see me, babe." Dominic came over and put an arm around Lulu's waist.

"Mmm, always happy to see you." She answered back sarcastically, but she didn't push his arm away.

Johnny stood there saying nothing, rubbing his wrists where the cuffs were.

"Hey man, thanks for bailing us out." Johnny said.

"I only came because Sonny couldn't." Jason said, coldly. "Next time you two, don't get into stupid fights. Get out of here."

"You don't have to tell me twice." Dominic said, ushering Lulu out the door.

Johnny followed them out.

**********

Since Dominic and Lulu were escorted to the police station, they didn't have a ride home. So they walked hand in hand, through the snow.

"I thought it was very nice of you, fighting for my honor and all that." Lulu said, smirking.

"Yeah, I was jealous." He said seriously.

Lulu stopped walking and turned to him. He looked at her in surprise.

"No sarcastic comment?" her eyebrows knit together in confusion.

He took his thumb and smoothed out the lines on her face. She melted under his touch, a smile spread across her face.

"You still think he likes you?" he asked, drawing her closer.

"Well, I believe it's pretty obvious he still likes me after that fight today…" she trailed off as she looked up at his face. "You really are jealous aren't you?" she laughed.

"Oh, that's funny to you?" he asked, smiling.

"Actually, I do." She laughed again.

"Oh, I'll show you funny." He said, and started tickling her.

She started jerking around in an effort to get away from him, laughing. "Come on, you know I hate being tickled!" she squealed.

"Maybe that's exactly why I'm doing it." He laughed night along with her.

She tripped over the curb, covered in snow. She fell on her back in the snow, dragging Dominic with her. It made her laugh harder.

Dominic looked at her, the sky growing dark, even though it was only 4 or 5 o'clock. She looked like an angel, with her puffy white coat, wavy blonde hair, and unique hazel colored eyes. He didn't want to look away.

She turned to him, tears streaming down her face with laughter. She stopped when she looked into his deep brown eyes.

Before she could stop herself, she reached out her hand and stroked his cheek. He caught her hand as she was pulling away, and held it against his face, savoring the feeling. He wished she would just admit her feelings towards him. It would make things so much easier, so much better.

She leaned forward and kissed his eager lips.

"Knew you couldn't resist me." He said, and winked.

"There's the Dominic I know." She said and playfully hit him. She sat up.

He sat up with her, catching the arm she hit him with. He pulled her to him again.

They kissed over and over as a ticked off Johnny watched, with dark eyes and a dark heart.

**********

Alexis, Molly, and Diane arrived at the hospital in good spirits. Alexis was proud of herself for being civil with Jason. They were all happy that Sam was improving.

They hurried to the front desk. There was no sign of the nice intern that took care of Sam. Instead, Epiphany was in her place.

Alexis' happy mood suddenly dropped a little. She stopped smiling as she approached. All she could think about was the night of Sam's accident, and the horrifying feeling of not knowing whether or not Sam was living or not, the horrible things she said to Epiphany weighed over her, making her feel guilty on top of everything.

Diane noticed the tension and started doing the talking.

"Epiphany, nice to see you." Diane said, laying the cheerfulness on a little too thick.

"Diane." She said curtly, nodding in their direction.

Diane cleared her throat. "Ah, well, yes. Anyway, we were wondering if we could get in to see Sam in her new room. We aren't sure where it is. Could you point us in the right direction?"

Epiphany riffled through papers and pulled out the one she was looking for.

"Sam is now residing in Room 39 on this floor. Down that hall and to the right. Follow the room numbers on the doors and you should find it no problem. Odd numbered rooms are on the left. Try not to let more than three in the room at a time, so you don't overwhelm her. Oh, and don't forget to sign in." she pushed another sheet in front of them.

"You got all that?" she asked, looking up at them.

Diane nodded. "I think so." She smiled. "Thanks Epiphany."

"Humph." She mumbled and then walked away to attend to someone else.

Alexis took the pen lying beside the paper and scrawled her name on the slot provided. She looked up at the clock to see what time it was and filled it in. "We need to sign out, too. Don't let me forget."

Diane leaned in and whispered to Alexis. "What happened between you and Epiphany? You could have cut the tension between you two with an ax."

Alexis couldn't help but chuckle at Diane. "That's a story for another time." She looked down at Molly. "You going to sign in?"

"Well duh Mom." She replied, but smiled teasingly. She filled in her name in the slot under her Mom's.

"Diane?" Alexis looked at Diane expectantly.

"Well, I, uh, I don't think I'll be going in, but uh, you guys have fun." Diane stammered before turning away.

Alexis grabbed her arm. "You aren't going to come in?"

Diane sighed. "I think you guys should spend some quality time together, you know as a family. You don't need me there."

"Diane, you are as much a part of our family as anyone." Molly piped up from beside her mother.

"Aw, thanks sweetie. But this is something I have to do." What Molly said brought tears to her eyes. She blinked them back.

"How will you get home, since we drove you?" Alexis pointed out.

"Oh, well I can just call Max. Somehow I don't think he will mind." Diane said and winked in Alexis' direction.

"Ohhh, I get it. You and Max are going to-"

Alexis clapped a hand over Molly's mouth before she could finish. "Yeah, I think that's enough." Alexis said, but she couldn't help but laugh.

Molly removed her mother's hand and giggled. "Sorry, Mom."

"Alright, let's just go." Alexis said. She turned to Diane. "Thanks Diane, for everything." She gave her a hug.

"Don't mention it. Just call me if you need me." She said, hugging her back. Then she turned with a small wave and pattered away with her heels.

Alexis and Molly stood there smiling as Diane walked away.

"Alright, ready to go see your sister?" Alexis asked Molly.

She nodded.

"Let's go." She said and they made their way down the hall.

The hallway was bustling with activity. Nurses and interns were hurrying every which way, tending to patients needs.

Alexis could hear the steady beeping of many monitors.

They followed the numbers on the doors just like Epiphany said.

It wasn't long before Molly called out, "Here it is."

The door to Sam's room was open. Light filtered in from the hallway. They walked in, hand in hand, afraid of what they might see.

Sam was lying in the bed, as usual. But she did look less pale. Alexis took that as a good sign.

They pulled up two chairs beside the bed.

"Remember, Molly, she can hear you. Isn't that right Sam?" Alexis wasn't sure what reaction she would get.

Yeah, Mom I can hear you.

She wasn't sure if they would understand the hand code thing, but she decided to try. She opened and closed both of her hands.

"Mom, mom, did you see that?! She moved her hands, both of them!" Molly cried with excitement.

Sam chuckled inwardly.

"Shh, Molly." Alexis said, but Sam could hear the joy in her voice.

Just so you know, Mom, I forgive you for not coming to see me until now.

"Just so you guys know, when she opens and closes her hands once, it means yes. Twice means no." a voice came from behind them.

Claire!

"Oh, I didn't mean to scare you guys." Claire said apologetically, and Sam pictured Alexis and Molly whipped around.

"Well thanks for telling us." Alexis said.

Don't be rude mom. She is really nice.

"Oh, you must be Claire. My other sister, Kristina, told me about you. She said you were really nice. And I just wanted you to know, I appreciate everything you are doing for my sister."

Sam pictured Molly getting out of her chair and shaking Claire's hand.

"Yup that's me. And oh, no problem. It's my pleasure." Claire said, seeming surprised.

That's my girl Molly, acting like your 21 rather than 12.

Sam heard Molly take her seat.

Claire cleared her throat and said, "I'll let you guys have your visit."

Sam heard her footsteps retreating.

"Kristina was right, Claire is really nice. I'm glad she's the one taking care of Sam." Molly said.

I'm glad she is, too. So is there any special reason why you guys came here to see me? And Mom you want to explain why you haven't come more often?

Alexis exhaled. "I don't really know what to say….." her voice trailed off.

Sam felt someone grab her hand. By the way it felt, small and smooth, she guessed it was Molly's.

"Sam, did you know that Mom almost had to go to the hospital? She wouldn't get out of bed or anything. Depression, I think. And Kristina had left me alone, so I didn't know what to do. Then Jason called and he got Diane to come over and now everything is fine."

"Molly, I'm sure she doesn't want to hear about all that nonsense."

On the contrary. Please, continue.

"Anyway, you can't say Mom doesn't care about you, because that would be a lie."

I know she cares about me; it's just that sometimes, she has a funny way of showing it.

"Sam knows I care about her, right?"

Sam opened and closed her hand once.

Sam could picture Alexis smiling. "See?"

There were a few moments of silence, but it wasn't awkward. They enjoyed being in each other's company. Molly didn't once let go of Sam's hand.

"So, Sam. Do you remember me coming in after your surgery? Like right after?"

Sam opened and closed her hands twice.

Sorry Mom, I don't. I wish I did though.

"Oh." Alexis said, and Sam could hear the disappointment in her voice. "Well I said some pretty meaningful things. I guess you will just have to wake up and I can tell you again."

Sure Mom, I'll get right on that.

"We are all so glad that you are getting better. We miss you so much." Sam could hear the sorrow in her voice this time.

Guess you never realize what you have until it's gone…or partially gone in this case.

"We were the first ones on the sign in sheet." Molly piped up. "It surprised me actually. I would have thought Lucky would have rushed over here. Or Jason for that matter." She paused. "I don't know if you can tell, but Jason still has feelings for you. It's kind of obvious."

Sam couldn't stop her heart from beating wildly. You think so?

"Let's not get into all that until she gets better, alright Molly?"

Molly let out an exasperated sigh. "Fine."

Sam chuckled.

They talked for what seemed like hours. Sam wasn't sure. All she knew was that she enjoyed herself. It was the most fun she had had since entering this stupid coma. It made her want to wake up all the more. She realized she had to fight, for her family, for her friends, for everyone who needed her.

She thought back to when she was with Danny and Lila. God had said that it wasn't her time. She knew she would come out of this coma, soon. But she had to keep fighting. If she didn't, she would be stuck here until she just couldn't take it anymore.

"We have been here quite a while Sam, I think we are going to get going. We don't want to hog you." She laughed, such a rare sound with her. Sam loved hearing it.

"We promise we will come see you, a lot." Molly said. Sam could practically hear the smile in her voice.

Alexis leaned in close to Sam's ear. "Keep fighting." She whispered, then she grabbed Molly's hand and walked out the door, leaving it open.

Don't worry mom, I will. I will.

**********

Olivia walked through the door of Sonny's house. She looked absolutely stunning in a simple deep blue long-sleeved dress. It accentuated her curves nicely. She wore a long necklace and blue pumps that matched her dress perfectly. As a change, she wore her dark Italian hair in waves down her back. Simply gorgeous.

She hoped Sonny would think so.

He still hadn't told her where they were going on this date. She was nervous, but excited.

There was no sign of Sonny yet. She decided to take a load of her feet; she had been standing all day at work at the Metro Court today.

She went over to the couch and slipped off her pumps, resting her feet on the soft carpet. She leaned into the leather cushions.

She still wasn't sure if she was making the right decision in letting Sonny back into her life. It was already bad that her son (also his son, though he doesn't know) was an undercover cop trying to bring Sonny down. But Sonny had recently divorced Claudia and Olivia just couldn't resist him anymore. Still, she was being cautious.

She had missed him over the years; she just couldn't keep lying to herself. So they had agreed to give it another shot.

She had neglected to tell Dominic, eh, Dante, that she was attempting to reconnect with Sonny. She knew he would protest and complain; say that it was too dangerous, blah, blah, blah. She just wasn't ready for a big speech. She just wanted to be happy again. And if that took being with Sonny, then Dante would have to accept that.

She sighed, eyes closing as she leaned her head back. She was going to enjoy this night. All she had to do was relax.

She took multiple deep breaths, mentally calming down. She couldn't believe that after all these years; Sonny still had the same affect on her. She smiled; she couldn't wait for this date.

She flinched slightly when she felt hands moving her hair and caressing her back, then she leaned into the touch. Goosebumps rose on her skin. She hadn't yet opened her eyes, but she could tell who the hands belonged to. She hadn't even heard him approach.

She moaned softly when he kissed behind her ear.

"I thought we agreed to try again, this is moving a little fast." She said opening her eyes to the man who practically held the key to her heart.

Sonny was dressed in his normal attire; black dress pants and shirt, but he still looked just as handsome. His dark eyes held untold secrets, but when they looked over her body, she could see something else in there, something she couldn't quite put her finger on.

Sonny chuckled as he walked in front of the couch to face her.

His breath caught in his throat when he saw how beautiful she looked tonight. She really outdid herself, though she always looked beautiful to him.

He went over and sat beside her on the couch. He sat closer than needed, but of course, Olivia didn't pull away; she couldn't, even if she wanted to.

He grabbed her hand and kissed it.

"You don't know how beautiful you look tonight."

"What, this old thing?" she chuckled. "I thought you might like it." She leaned forward and closed the distance between their lips.

It felt so god kissing him again. She wondered if they would have stopped if it weren't for the interruption.

Olivia jumped when she heard the door slam behind her.

She turned and saw who it was. She gasped as she quickly disentangled herself from Sonny.

Olivia avoided Sonny's questioning gaze as Dominic looked at the two of them in shock.

"Uh, Dominic, as you can see, we are kind of busy." Sonny said, gesturing between himself and Olivia.

"Yes, I can definitely see that." Dominic replied, hoping he kept the disgust out of his voice. He knew his mother would notice regardless. He refused to meet her eyes.

He cleared his throat. "I just thought I would stop by-"

"This can't wait until later?" Sonny interrupted him, standing up. "I don't even know why the guards let you in here. I gave them specific instructions- no business tonight."

"Sorry, Boss. I'll come back later." He nodded at Olivia. "Ms. Falconari." Then he left, slamming the door behind him.

**********

Dominic stood outside the door he had just slammed, trying to control his ragged breathing.

He tried to process what he had just seen; his mother with her tongue down Sonny Corinthos' throat.

This couldn't be happening.

He told himself he would have a talk with his ma, as he walked outside the front door to Sonny's house, shoes crunching in the snow. He would make her see reason.

Until then, he would have to get some serious dirt on Sonny. The sooner he brought him down, the better it would be.

For everyone, including his ma.

Even if she didn't see it yet.

**********

Revving his bike, Jason made his way to the hospital. He hoped Lucky was still on his shift at the PCPD. He didn't want to run into him at the hospital. It would be tough trying to explain his way out of that situation.

He hoped Elizabeth wasn't working tonight either. He still felt guilty for avoiding her. He just…needed to get his priorities straight first. Then he would go and apologize.

What he really needed was to see Sam.

And that was exactly where he was heading.

He could see his breath as he rode, reminding him how cold it really was. Reminding him how cold it must have been when Sam fell into the water.

He shook his head and focused on the road. He didn't need to get into a crash.

The snow also reminded him of last year, when he and Elizabeth were in the middle of their relationship. She had invited him over her house for Christmas, and how could he refuse?

He went over there and her house was all decked out in Christmas decorations, with a big Christmas tree to boot.

It all looked nice, but it was suffocating. He liked how the evening ended, after the kids went to bed. They held each other as they watched the snow fall softly outside the window, the fireplace crackling behind them.

Even that was suffocating though he enjoyed the alone time with Elizabeth.

Sam truly understood him. The Christmases that they spent together were simple, but they were always the best.

He had to stop comparing the two girls. Of course they were both different. He needed to…he had no idea.

He stopped thinking however, when he finally pulled up to the hospital.

He pulled into a parking spot, farthest away from the door. When he cut the engine, the world around him fell silent. It brought the eerie feeling back to him.

He stuffed his keys into the pocket next to the gun. He stuffed his hands numb hands in his pockets and headed to the door.

It swung open when he reached it and he relished in the warmth in the hospital. It was loud and noisy as it usually was, but he appreciated the warmth.

As he made his way to the front desk, his eyes caught the "Employee Only" door. He remembered his trip up there.

When he reached the front desk, he was relieved to see Elizabeth was off duty.

He was dismayed to see that Epiphany took her place.

"What do you want?" she practically snarled when she saw his standing there.

"I need Sam's room number." He said simply, with no emotion.

"Room 39. Sign here." She snapped, then walked away.

He looked down at the sign in sheet. He was the third person to visit today.

Great, he thought, Lucky is going to take one look at this and see my name on it.

He signed anyway.

He could feel Epiphany glaring at his back as he made his way to Room 39.

The door was ajar when he approached. He pushed it open with the toe of his black boot.

He saw Sam lying on the bed, looking lost in the loose fitting hospital gown. He thought she looked thinner from the last time he saw her, though not so much it looked bad. She didn't look as pale as she did the night they brought her into the hospital, which Jason took as a good sign.

He approached the bed warily. Coming here seemed like such a good idea at first, but now….he wasn't so sure. He wasn't sure if he could take it. Seeing her like this was just…wrong.

He didn't leave however, but instead pulled up a chair and plopped into it with a sigh.

"Hey, Sam." He said, rather awkwardly. He took her fragile hand in his.

She squeezed it. He looked down at her hand in surprise.

"Oh, I forgot, you can hear me." He smiled down at her. "Just means you're coming back to us right?"

For you, I'd do anything.

Jason could feel himself breaking down, no matter how he tried to stop it. His hand, gripping Sam's began to tremble, his shoulders sagged. He leaned forward on the bed and brought Sam's hand to his face, resting them slightly on his lips.

Jason, what's wrong? Sam was shocked; Jason never showed this much emotion. Well, occasionally around her, but still…it worried her. It killed her inside, too, because she would give anything to help him right now. Anything.

It wasn't until the tears started falling on Sam's hand that he realized he was crying. He hadn't cried this much in a long time, but now he had cried twice in less than two weeks. God, he hated himself right now.

While Jason was having this realization, Sam's heart was breaking inside. It was all she could do to keep her tears from falling. She knew it would make it worse for Jason. She still wasn't sure exactly what was troubling him. She knew it couldn't just be from her being in this coma….could it?

Jason, please don't cry…I wish I could just hold you right now and tell you everything will be okay, like you did with me all those times. If only you knew how much I loved you then…how much I love you n-…sorry.

Jason brushed the tears away furiously. But he didn't let go of Sam's hand. She squeezed it again, reassuringly.

"I'm sorry." He sighed. "I'm probably just making things worse for you. I shouldn't even be here really. I just…"

Of course you should be here. You're my best friend, I care so much about you.

He laced his fingers through hers.

"There's something I want to say…" he trailed off.

Well go on, say it.

"I'm sorry, I'm just such a mess." He took a deep breath.

"Sam, I think I love you."

Sam was pretty sure her heart stopped.

"I…I don't just think, I love you. I know that's not what you want to hear right now…but I needed to get that off my chest. It sure as hell complicates things. But I won't worry about anything until you wake up."

I love you, too.

Good thing he couldn't feel her weakness at the moment. She thought she might pass out from pure bliss.

She squeezed his hand three short times, hoping he understood.

She would never know if he did because he stood up suddenly. He dropped her hand, and brushed a stray piece of hair out of her face.

He leaned in and whispered in her ear. "You have to wake up." He kissed her cheek and then he was gone.

He was gone, leaving her with a swelling heart, and a confused mind.

Did she love him? She was pretty sure she did. She decided to take his action and not worry about it until she woke up.

But that didn't mean she couldn't dream of this moment numerous times.

She smiled to herself and tried drifting off to sleep, Jason's face clouding her mind.