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Chapter 14
Elena's POV
I panted heavily as I stumbled through the buildings, trying to find safety. The profusely bleeding head wound was clouding my vision. My lungs burned at the lack of oxygen. I looked over my shoulder, tightening my grip cold piece of steel. I hurried my pace as I saw a figure coming around the corner, limping with vigor after me. My heart race as I broke into the opening, ending up at the docks.
I ran towards the end, looking into the dark waters, stopping my escape. I heard a loud thud behind, causing me twirl around, gun pointed at my kidnapper. He had leering smile, pale as a ghost. As he inched closer, I cocked the .45 revolver. Tears escaped as my hands shook with fear. "Stop! Don't make me shoot you!" I warned, swallowing thickly. His cold eyes stared me down as he pulled out a knife.
I felt hope when I heard police sirens from a distance, but I didn't let it waver my focus. His laugh sent chills down my spine as the knife switched hands. "There is only one out for me and you going to be my sweet revenge." The man lunged forward, but my reflex was quicker. The revolver fired off several shots into the man, but it was too late. The force of his body tackled into my frail body, taking me over the dock.
My body jolt from the icy shock, needles to my skin. The dark depths pulled me under, my lungs giving out. Under normal circumstances, I could have held my breath longer, maybe could have swam up. My eyes fluttered, seeing the bubbles leaving my mouth. My head tilt back, seeing the sunlight disappearing in unison with my last breaths.
A week before…
I tried to ignore the incessant poke at my cheek, but a variation of my name was being called, "Layna! Wake up!" The poking continued, until my eyes fluttered opened, staring into big blue eyes. Aiden's smile grew when he got my attention. "Bweakfast time!" Aiden announced.
"Oh really? Where's the breakfast?" I croaked, teasing the little boy. He gave me a cute shoulder shrug, lips puckered.
"Well, I'm going to eat you!" I fake gnawed, amused at his widen eyes. He yelped, laughing as he ran from me as I fake lunged, screaming, "MAMA!" I laughed as I rolled from the bed sleepily. I went to the bathroom to wash up.
I walked to the kitchen, seeing the little family gathered, though Nikolas was missing. A collective of good mornings was rallied. "Elena, did you sleep well?" Elizabeth asked, setting down a plate of pancakes onto the table in front of Spencer.
I smiled as poured a cup of coffee. "Elizabeth, you've asked me that the past three days and answer will be the same, I'm fine. I have no complaints." I offered, pouring vanilla cream and adding a little bit of nutmeg in my hot drink.
"I know… it is just been I've been at work and when I get home, you are sleeping and I don't want to bother you. With that said, I have the day off. The boys are going to a sleepover and Aiden and Eliza are being taken by Laura for a couple of days. We will have the day to ourselves. But I have to pick up few things from work later on." Elizabeth hinted as she wiped syrup from Aiden's face.
"I'm down for it. It is time for me to explore Port Charles." I sipped at my coffee. I walked over, laying my hand on top of Jake's head. "So, how are art classes going? Did you work on the technique I taught you?" I inquired as he tilted his head back, his baby blues meeting my baby browns.
"Yes, Ms. Eunice was very impressed. Will you be there at the art display this weekend? My painting is being feature!" He said, excitedly.
"I wouldn't miss it! I want front row, so I might have to wrestle a few people." I joked, getting a few snickers out of the boys.
"You almost cried when you saw a spider in your bathroom." Cameron teased, mocking my horror face I made when I saw the spider. The boys laughed, Aiden just making a mess eating his pancakes.
Elizabeth came to my rescue. "That spider was HUGE! It looked hungry." Elizabeth and I shuddered at the hairy creature. We couldn't believe that Spencer picked it up and let it free outside. Spencer was a shy one, blushing whenever the attention on him, especially after I called him my little hero. I do know he is very smart, working out of an Algebra practice book.
Cameron was the athletic one. He loved soccer and basketball! He was the most sociable one of the three, yet protective one. He eyed me the whole time when I first met them, but warmed up to me quickly. He was also a bookworm, like me.
Jake was the mixed of the older two with a passion for art. He was taking interest in sculptures, already making pair of mugs of Elizabeth and Nikolas. He also made one for Jason, which I learned was his father when Jason swung by to spend a day with him. He was little timid for a while, but that was until he saw Jason's motorcycle, shyness thrown out the window.
Elizabeth nearly had a heart attack as she watched Jason drove Jake around the block on the motorcycle. It was cute. Jake got off and ran to Elizabeth, going on a happy rant. I was even surprised when Jason offered an helmet to me. A smile spread across my face as I took the helmet.
"Boys, hurry and get cleaned up! Smith will be waiting in the car for you to take you to school." Elizabeth washed the last dish, drying her hands. The boys finished up breakfast, before leaving the table. They all ran up stairs to grabbed their bags. "Elena, can you see them out? I need clean up Aiden before he get syrup anywhere else." Elizabeth's nose cringed as she picked up Aiden, sucking at his sticky fingers.
I walked to the front door, opening up the door. I walked down the driveway, seeing Smith, an older gentleman, leaning against the car. I waved as he gave me a small smile. Cameron, Spencer, and Jake filed out the door, heading towards the cars. "Look at these heartbreakers!" I teased as the boys scowls at me. I leaned over to fix Spencer's bow tie.
"Girls have cooties!" Cameron claimed, cringing. All the boys nodded their heads in agreeance. Without notice, I pulled Cameron into a side hug, making smooching noises, Cameron laughing trying to get away.
I let go, making sure he was steady. "Alright, get in the car rascals!" I said, watching Spencer get in first. Cameron stuck his tongue at me, before darting in the car. I ruffled Jake's hair, before he got in the car. I leaned against the car door. "Put your seatbelts on!" I ordered, watching them clip in their belts. "Okay, you guys be good and have fun at your sleepover! Love you!" I froze as the words slipped out my mouth. I didn't mean…
"Love you too!" They said collectively just before I closed the door. I waved at them as the car drove away, still feeling unsure about what happened.
Fast Forward
Elizabeth and I walked into Kelly's for lunch after we spent the morning. I don't know how it happen, but went from mani/pedi to getting our hair cut. We were both sporting shoulder length styles, mines more layered in the back.
"I can't believe we did that!" I shook my head, fiddling with my hair.
"That was unexpected, but it looks good on you! It really brings out your face." Elizabeth complimented. "How about you take a seat and I will go order us some food?" Elizabeth directed as I took a seat towards the wall. I fiddled with my oxygen tank, slipping on my cannula.
I looked up to see Elizabeth, storming towards the door. "Elena, sit tight for a moment. I ordered the food." Elizabeth slipped out the door as I saw her walk right. I caught glimpse of blonde hair.
Elizabeth's POV
I stormed after Carly, knowing I should have let it go, but she has been finding every little opportunity to make a snide remark and I had enough. "HEY!" I slowed after the thorn in my side of lately. "You have something to say Carly, then say it. You were never one to not speak your mind." I confronted, ready to get this over with. I already knew what this about, I was fool to think she wasn't going to find out.
Carly whirled around. "Oh, you don't want to know what I have to say about you. I'm damn near close to reading your rights!" Carly huffed, staring me down.
"Carly, cut the bullshit! I'm tired of playing these high school kiddy games with you and Sam." I countered. I wasn't the same Elizabeth that Carly was use to and she was going to find out the hard way.
"You are one lying, manipulative bitch! You have really set the bar real high for the rest of us. It really makes me question Jason's sanity when he keeps forgiving you for your bullshit. Not only did you keep one, but TWO kids away from Jason! How can you sleep at night knowing what you did?" Carly nearly shouted.
I tugged at her, pulling her to the side. She snatched away from. "How about you keep your voice down?! Second, what happens between Jason and I is none of your business, because last time I checked you weren't there for the baby making process!" I snapped, looking around again to make sure no one around.
"Do you even care that he is getting attached? When she dies, do you care that this will kill him? No, because you are going to make it about you somehow. Poor Elizabeth!" Carly snarled, getting in my face. She struck a cord with me when said 'when she dies'. I didn't want to think about it.
"You know what I find absolutely crazy is that you can stand in all your righteousness and judge me when you have done the same, Hell even worse to Jason. You have three different fathers to your children. You cheated on Jason with his best friend! You gave Jason the responsibility to care for Michael, but took him away the moment you wanted to play house with Sonny. You have lied and manipulated every man in your life. If we really look deeply into your past, I'm sure you have done worst to Jason, but it is okay, because you are his best friend, you love him. I've did my dirt, not going to lie, but compared to you and Sam, well I'm sure as hell last on that list. So, you can take that self-righteous bullshit and shove where the Sun doesn't shine. I don't care how you feel, but if Elena finds out Jason and I are her parents because of your loud mouth, Neither Sonny or Jason is going to stop me from kicking your ass. Keep your nose out of our business!" I glared at Carly who matched my look.
She smirked, doing a quick shake of the head. "You are going to get what's coming to you, Elizabeth. Your lies are going to catch up to you and when they do. I'm going to have front row seats." Carly sneered, before walking off.
I watched her walked off, my mood a little dampened. I walked back to the diner to see Elena at the table, yet she looked uneased. "Are you okay, Elena?" I asked, sitting down at the table, putting a smile on my face.
"Yeah, it was just this guy. He had stopped outside, looked in the diner. It wouldn't have been anything, but he was staring at me. He smiled, before tossing his cigarette on the ground and left. It is nothing." Elena shook her head as if she was crazy, but I've been through too much not to be cautious.
"What did he look like?" I questioned, turning my attention to her.
"He was average height, slick back blonde hair, blue eyes. He had sharp features." Elena described, not knowing she describing the man I dreaded running into. I took a deep breath, smiling to reassure her.
"If you see him again, tell me and we will make an report. Let us eat before we go to the hospital." I patted her hand, before picking through my food.
Fast Forward
I finished my duties at the hospital. I walked to find Elena, who was talking to Patrick when I rounded the corner. Patrick looked at his watch, saying a few words I didn't hear, before walking away. I walked over to Elena, who had file in her hand.
"What's that?" I asked as I steered her to the elevators.
"Dr. Drake finished his consultation with the Oncologist. He has complied information about Chemotherapy and treatment course. Dr. Drake wants me to stop by in a week, next Thursday, so I could schedule my first session." Elena mumbled. We stepped into the parking structure, walking around the corner, only to stop.
Elena gasped first, taking in sight faster than I did. My car was destroyed. My windows were busted in, tires slashed. The headlights were bashed. A strong smell of urine wafted up to my nose.
"Oh my God! Who would do something like this?" Elena whispered, moving closer to me. I looked around, before dragging Elena back to the elevators.