Sequel to Going For It

Chapter 25

Elizabeth stood in front of the mirror looking at her side profile. It seemed like just overnight her belly now had a bump. The past few weeks had been hectic and now Jason was out of town. He had left two days ago but was due back tonight. Since she had found out about the will things had moved so fast. She had met with both Jax and Nicholas, both had given her great advice and guidance.

So far she had met with a lawyer and had the mission statement and other various legal items completed. Once the non profit was officially created she began planning a fundraiser. After toying with multiple ideas Jax talked her into to a black tie formal. He offered up the Metrocourt to host the affair and included all food and beverages as part of his donation. Elizabeth could not pass that up even though it did involve having to deal with Carly.

Plans were being made and ideas were flowing but Elizabeth had no idea how to pull it all together. Sure she wanted to help single parents with housing, finances, education and healthcare but she had no idea how to find these parents. She didn't exactly want to take out an add in the newspaper. She had to depend on word of mouth. Spinelli was creating a website and from what she had seen so far it was coming along quite well. He kept talking about html code, flash something and hyperlinks, all of which were beyond her comprehension. He was including a form that would be a kind of application of sort. She did not want the process to be so formal but Jax and Nicholas told her that it had to be somewhat formal or else she was opening herself up for audits and cons. One of the last things she definitely needed was an office. She was dreading this, she hated offices, desks and the monotonous paperwork that was always associated with them. The other thing that she still needed was help. Running this on her own was not something she was prepared to do. She needed someone honest and organized… someone that has a heart like Audrey had… and that needs a job. Suddenly a light bulb went off and she got excited as she dialed her phone.

"Hey, it's Elizabeth."

"Hi, how is everything going? Did you need me to baby-sit because I haven't see the boys in a while and I would love to."

"No Georgie, actually I was wondering if you wanted a job… a full time job working with me." Elizabeth said.

"Uh… doing what?" Georgie asked apprehensively.

Elizabeth spent the next few minutes explaining to Georgie about the organization, how it came about and the goals. "What I need is someone that can help… I cannot be at the office all the time and need some dependable. I know you are in school and you can work around your schedule. I'm not exactly a hundred percent positive of exactly what I need you to do but for now I just need help with everything." Elizabeth joked. "I'm not the most organized person and with the baby on the way and Cameron and Jake and just everything…"

Georgie was laughing. "Elizabeth, I would love to help out."

"Really? Because I will pay you good. Well not great, it is a non profit but I remember how much I made when I worked at Kelly's and I will pay you more then that… how about… ummm"

Elizabeth was silent for a minute and Georgie spoke. "How about we talk about the money later. I am really happy to help you and your cause."

"Georgie you are great. I know you will be such a great fit. Thank you so much."

"I'm glad to help you. I do need to talk to Mike though. I don't want to leave him hanging, maybe Lulu will pick up some extra shifts. I will give you a call later today and let you know when I can start."

"That sounds perfect. Thanks again and I will talk to you later."

Elizabeth hung up the phone with a smile on her face. Georgie was perfect for the job… now she just needed an office.

"I can't believe you offered up our hotel for a charity event without talking to me about it first." Carly shot.

Jax wiped his hand over his face. "Carly, we have charity events here all the time."

"Yes but you always talk to me about it first… and we always give them a reduced rate, not free." She whined.

Jax shook his head, "It is a complete tax write off. You are just angry because it is Elizabeth's charity."

"Of course I am. Miss goody two shoes is now going for sainthood with her new little charity she is starting."

"Carly, we are doing this because it is a good cause. If I remember correctly you were once a single mother that needed help." Jax said crossing his arms over his chest. "Or have you forgotten what it was like to be a single mother struggling with a job and child?"

"Of course I have not forgotten and I would be happy to make a donation to the charity but this… it's too much Jax."

"No it's not and we are doing it. I already told Elizabeth that we would be happy to host her fundraising ball. This 'issue' that you have with Elizabeth needs to stop. She is a good person, and might I remind you she has saved the life of your best friend multiple times. She also did something for me before and even though I was paying her… I know that she was happy to do it just to help out. The reason everyone thinks Elizabeth is a nice person is because she really is."

Carly looked around the room then back at Jax, "Ok, I'm here meeting my husband not the Elizabeth Webber fan club."

"Morgan." Jax corrected. "Elizabeth Morgan."

"Whatever."

"Well, we are meeting with Elizabeth tomorrow to go over the menu and plans. I would appreciate it if you would be nice to her."

Carly made a face as though she had just sucked on a lemon.

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Jason walked into the office and found Sonny and Skye mauling each other on his desk. Annoyed that they did not even have the decency to lock the door Jason cleared his throat to announce his presence. Skye slid off the desk wiping her index finger along her bottom lip. Sonny walked over to the small table and grabbed himself a bottle of water. "Jason, I didn't expect you back to later."

"So I see." Jason replied with his arms crossed over his chest. Skye hurried past Jason and out of the office. She did not seem embarrassed, actually slightly proud. Once she was gone Jason again spoke. "I thought you had this under control."

"I do."

"That's not what it looks like Sonny." Jason spat.

"Look, I know she is playing me. I just don't know exactly what it is that she wants out of the deal. We are making a lot of money with Alcazar's piers. Don't worry about Skye, I won't let her cross us."

"It doesn't look like you are exactly focused."

Sonny smiled, "I'm just having a little fun… you should try it sometime."

"This isn't funny. She is probably working with someone, Rick maybe our friends in Miami. Has she been watched?"

Sonny nodded, "And there is nothing and has been nothing to report. She has been a girl scout since we started our little business arrangement." He shook his head. "Whatever she is up to… I think she is working alone, she has her own plans. She thinks she is seducing me and she thinks Kate left town because of her but Kate left on her own. She couldn't handle my life."

Jason shook his head but stayed silent, waiting for Sonny to continue.

"Have you been home yet? Why don't you go home and see your family." Sonny suggested.

Jason shook his head, "I had a few things to take care of here first so I stopped on my way home from the airport. Don't change the subject Sonny. I don't like this."

"You don't have to like everything we do. Skye is being handled and that is it, this conversation is over."

Jason turned to the door and spoke before walking out. "I don't trust her and to be honest, when a woman is involved you lose focus Sonny. Watch out." Jason said and walked out the door.